Monogram Focke-Wulf FW-190 Test Shot - Bagged, 1/72, PA107
Plastic Model Kit
$36
This kit came from the collection of one of Monogram's finest and talented Chief Designers, the man who created the original B-52 kit, B-17, B-24J, P-36A, P-39 Airacobra, P-61 Black Widow, DH Mosquito, at least one if not all of the 1/8 scale Ford cars, A-1E Skyraider and numerous other famous kits. In his collection were boxes (usually Four-Star armor that had been damaged on the box-assembly machine) labeled 'TEST SHOTS' and some with his name on it. After designing the model, he was still responsible for the entire program, at least up to the point of mass production. Test Shots were made near the end of the design process for the Chief Designer of that kit to inspect; if something was wrong, he ordered changed. If not, he would clear the kit for production. Test Shots were usually made in whatever plastic was loaded into the silo at the time and in some cases reground plastic (from defects) was even used. This is one of those kits. Ever notice that all Monogram FW190s are always molded in green and black? Well, not in this case! This test shot is molded with many small parts in a startling white with a black swirl, black, clear and green. This is a pre-first issue. It has never been started. The model is inventoried with all parts and instruction present. The instructions may have come with the test shot for his approval or they may have been added later. I have included them because they were in the same 'TEST SHOT' box as the kit.
Aurora Boeing B-47 Stratojet, 1/180, 493-70
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$68
Dated 1961 but the price extension and logo tell us that this kit is likely from 1964 to 65. Features classic Jo Kotula box art. Molded in gloss silver and clear featuring full landing gear and the clear 'triangle globe' stand and arm. Never started and inventoried 100% complete with all parts decals and instructions. Please note that this box actually displays 'excellent++' but is graded only 'very good+' because there are two narrow pieces of masking tape on both short sides and some clear tape on both long sides. In both cases, the tape was being used to 'reseal' the kit at home.
Monogram 1939 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery - Dr. Feelgoods Miracle Elixir Custom, 1/24, 2240
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Good
$38
Still factory sealed but the seal has splits and other wear; a good example is the upper right hand corner as shown. 1978 issue that is a well molded and detailed kit in the Monogram tradition. Features slotted alloy wheels, radial tires, detailed 427 Chevy big block engine, detailed engine compartment, opening hood, full interior and delivery section, opening back door and more. Molded in green, clear, chrome and with rubber tires.
Fujimi Ferrari 348TS, 1/24, 12422
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG
$29
Still factory sealed.
Pyro Alfa Romeo T.T. Tourer, 1/32, C338-60
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$39
1967 Pyro issue from original molds. In the early to mid 1960s the Pyro company chose many of it's kit subjects based more on historical significance than popularity. Luckily for us, Pyro not only made these kits but did an excellent job for the time. The Pyro car models are based on the actual cars that Pyro engineers and designers had access to, such as this one-off custom Alfa. Features detailed chassis, complete motor and interior and a removable hood. Molded in red and clear plastic. This kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts and instructions.
Aoshima HMS Illustrious Aircraft Carrier, 1/700, WLA112
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair+
$25
1/700 scale water line model that is very finely molded and highly detailed. Includes air wing. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes instructions.
MAC Distribution UAZ 469 And SPG-9 NVA / UAZ 469 Parade Version / UAZ 469 / UAZ 469 North Alliance Afghanistan KPV 14.5mm Machine Gun, 1/72, 72075
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$34
SALE!! Includes all 4 kits. The first three are never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes all paperwork. On the UAZ 469 With 14.5mm Machine Gun, NOTE: this kit has very minor, 'professional' quality subassembly as follows: floor and basic exterior body parts assembled. There is no other assembly. Inventoried 100% complete and includes all paperwork.
Heller SA-316 Alouette III Gendarmerie - France, 1/72, 80286
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$22
This model features 59 pieces, very good full cockpit, detailed engine and rotor head and more. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Dragon Sd.Kfz.251/7 Ausf. D With 2.8cm AT Gun / Jagdpanzer With Zimmerit Early / Bergepanzer Tiger I, 1/72, 7317
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$20
SALE!! Includes all three model kits. They have not been started. Each one is either still in the factory sealed bags or has been inventoried complete. Includes decals and instructions.
Amp Soviet Midget Submarine Piranha, 1/144, 101
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$22
Limited issue, full hull model of this Soviet sub designed and built for special infiltration missions. Only two were built. The capabilities seem incredibly impressive, yet it is thought that the design was not a success. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
AMT 1959 El Camino Chevrolet 3 in 1 Customizing Kit - Stock / Custom / Racing, 1/25, 2759-150
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$95
Rare early issue from 1959 that can be built as factory stock, beautifully customized by the Alexander Brothers or as a race car. Very nicely molded and detailed. Stock version features 348 CID engine with 3x2 and correct large air cleaner, detailed engine compartment, opening hood, molded in chassis detail with separately molded rear and front suspension, drive shaft, shocks, sway bar, lower control arms and more, full interior and opening tail gate. Other versions include a blown Cadillac engine, racing exhaust headers, custom open wheels or chromed wheels with knock-offs, interior with center console, 'Cal Custom' T shifter and Sun Tach, bed tonneau cover with hydraulic lifts, recording console, lake pipes, custom tail lights, spotlights and full custom front end. Molded in light blue, clear, red-tint clear, chrome and with rubber tires. The kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present. NOTE: the kit has tire burns as noted: one engine half, a different engine half (on the tranny only), washer jar (very slight; jar is molded into the firewall), (1) oil pan, (1) custom lake pipe heat shield, custom bed cover and fan belt.
Heller Mirage 5BA Or Mirage IIIE Or Mirage IIIR - France / Belgium / Spain, 1/72, 80324
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$24
1980s Heller issue. This nicely molded and detailed kit features optional parts and decals for the three aircraft listed, very fine raised panel lines, good cockpit detail, drop tanks and more. Includes a full painting guide. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Monogram Mercury and Gemini Capsules - Young Astronauts Issue, 1/48, 5909
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$64
1987 issue from original Revell molds. This hard-to-find and well detailed 1/48 scale kit contains both Mercury and Gemini capsules with interiors. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. The poster is not present.
UPC M-40 155mm Self-Propelled Gun - (ex Adams), 1/40, 2151-250
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$55
Universal Powermaster's 2nd reissue of the 1957 Adams 'Action Model' that is amazingly well detailed for that time. Features rotating, elevating and recoiling gun, working track and hatches, hinged platform that opens and closes, working extension ramp, crew and much more. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bag and includes decals and instructions. This kit has a fascinating history. After Adams became disillusioned with plastic model kit production (perhaps partially due to interaction with Revell's founder), they sold most if not all of the molds to Athearn, the famous craftsman HO train kit manufacturer. Athearn reissued many of the kits under the SNAP name. This name sometimes caused confusion. Many people thought they were snap-together kits; they couldn't have been more wrong. Athearn did a simple modification to each mold; where it would say ADAMS (usually on a part or area that did not show), they machined that away and put the SNAP logo. At some point Athearn stopped production and eventually sold the molds. However, during this time in the 1960s, UPC decided to reissue many of these kits. Evidently Athearn did the molding or a job shop did, while UPC produced their own boxes, instructions and decals. UPC stood for Universal Powermaster Corporation which was based out of New York City, NY. UPC did not cut their own molds, but bought kits already molded from other manufacturers (many in Japan) and re-boxed the kits in the USA. Scott Eidson, the famous artist best known for his artwork with Revell, also did UPC box art in the 1960s. However, the famous Roy Grinnell did the 2nd issue UPC artwork for the ex-Adams AA Gun, M-40 (this kit) and perhaps others. All UPC production ended in the 1970s. NOTE: instructions are SNAP instructions. I have seen this before and evidently UPC used up Athearn's stock of instructions in their kits. Given the cost of printing back then, this would have been a wise move.
Cleveland 1934 Turners Wedell-Williams Racer - Free-Flight Rubber Powered Flying Aircraft, 1/24, D-48
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$75
Very rare 1930s issue that is even rarer in amazing 'excellent' condition box and 'tissue sealed' inside. This is a Cleveland 'D' or dwarf kit. The term 'Dwarf' is just a bit deceptive, as it is Cleveland's designation for 1/24 scale. Most Cleveland kits were designated 'SF' or Scale Flying - 1/16 scale. The Dwarf kits were needed to fill a market demand for smaller flying models. All Cleveland kits were exceptionally complete and Dwarfs were no exception, containing very high quality balsa printwood, stringers & spars, fully formed wheels, covering tissue, a wood propeller that is about 90% carved and just needs final sanding, gray rigging thread (if required), metal and balsa stock as required and more. With Cleveland's famous high-quality plans. Amazingly, this kit is still 'factory tissue sealed' inside. When the Cleveland workers packed each kit, they wrapped them in tissue that effectively made a seal which has not been disturbed. Whoever buys it will be the first one to see the contents since it was packed in the factory over 90 years ago. Cleveland Model and Supply Company played a pivotal role in the development of true scale models. In 1909 Bleriot's English Channel flight caused a surge in aviation and model aircraft around the globe. Several companies were ideally positioned to take advantage of the aviation craze. In the USA, Wading River Manufacturing Co. (1909), White Aeroplane (1911), Ideal Model Aeroplane (1911), Broadfield Model Aeroplanes (1919) were among these pioneers, offering everything from plans and parts to complete kits and ARF models. Lindbergh's 1927 crossing of the Atlantic Ocean caused an even bigger world-wide phenomenon called "The Aviation Craze" that extended up to the start of World War II. Many companies such as Megow, Guillow's and others started right around the time of Lindbergh's flight. Some of these models flew and flew well, but they all had one thing in common - were generally not accurate scale representations. In 1929, a youngster named Ed Packard had a very advanced dream- to produce incredibly accurate, true scale models that flew perfectly. This radical idea established the world's longest running single-owner (77 years) model airplane supply business - Cleveland Model and Supply Company. To this day, Cleveland models are treasured as the most accurate flying scale models produced. The fact that Mr. Packard started and successfully grew this business during The Great Depression is a testament to his ideals and business skill. I highly suggest the excellent book called 'Aviation's great Recruiter - Cleveland's Ed Packard' by H.L. (Herm) Schreiner. It is an excellent history of the man, his company and the times of the Golden Age of Model Aviation.
Heller Mirage 2000 N - With Glue / Four Paints / Brush - (Mirage 2000N), 1/72, 71241
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$19
This is one of Heller's "Complete Accessories" kits with "Nothing Else To Buy." The actual kit is very well detailed with 48 pieces, all fine recessed surface detail, good dual cockpits, realistic intakes, two air-to-air missiles, two drop tanks and a large air-to-surface missile on the centerline pylon. With decals and paint guide. NOTE: this kit has very minor and 'professional' quality subassembly as described: two inner intake fences to the two fuselage halves. There is no other assembly. Inventoried and NOTE: missing one seat. Otherwise complete with all other arts and includes decals and instructions.
Anigrand Curtiss XP-60C / XP-60E, 1/72, AA2064
Resin Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$42
Very highly detailed resin kit that is very finely molded. Includes full decals and paint guide. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Valom Sukhoi Su-6 AM-42, 1/72, KPV-72001
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$25
Still factory sealed. Detailed kit with recessed panel lines, a large fret of photoetched details, very good cockpit and more.
DML Messerschmitt Me-1101 Nachtjager - With Ruhrstahl X-4 Air-to-Air Missile - (Me1101), 1/72, 5014
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$25
Very highly detailed model that is superbly molded with all very fine recessed panel lines. Features detailed cockpit, complete turbojet engine, detailed gear wells, X-4 wire guided air-to-air missiles, radar and more. Never started and the parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
KVZ Mi-6 Hook Aeroflot, 1/75
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$48
Rare and very large close-to-1/72 Aeroflot 'Hook.' For KVZ, this is a very nicely molded and detailed kit with recessed and raised detail, full clear parts for the windows and a large and colorful decal sheet including the side striping. Could be made Russian Army but you must furnish your own red stars and numbers. Molded in ivory, white, black and clear plastic. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.