Monogram Model Kits
Monogram Curtiss P-40B Tiger Shark Test Shot - Bagged, 1/72, PA96
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 P-40s were molded in olive-drab plastic? Well, not in this case! This test shot is molded with most of the parts in a chocolate brown plastic, some in silver and the few remaining ones in green and clear plastic. This is a pre-first issue. It has never been started. The model is inventoried with all parts and instruction present. The Four Star issue instructions are mint and 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. As a note, the test shots of the Monogram Four Star Helldiver were molded in silver and clear - clear dive brakes and many other clear parts! Some test shots of the Hawker Hurricane were molded in gloss gray with a little bit of white added so the designer could see exactly how the plastic moved into and filled the cavities.
Monogram Jeep CJ-7 - 2 In 1, 1/24, 2966
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$24
1993 issue. Very nicely detailed model that can be built as a 'Suburban' CJ with or without the hardtop or as the Off-Road version. Jeep features detailed engine and compartment, opening hood, full suspension and exhaust underside detail, steering shaft, box and linkage, full interior, optional hardtop or off-road top cover and more. Includes plated, clear and blue parts with rubber tires. NOTE: this kit has minor, 'professional' quality subassembly as follows: engine long block built; transfer case 1/2s; front & rear differentials to frame. There is no other assembly. Inventoried and NOTE: missing the small 'boot' for the center console, winch halves and gas can havles. Otherwise complete with all other parts, decals and instructions present.
Monogram T-28A Trainer USAF - Four Star Issue, 1/48, PA28-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$69
Dated 1957. First issue hardbox dated 1957. Features canopy slides open to show detailed cockpit, retractable landing gear, rotating prop and wheels, instructor, student pilot & mechanic figures and more. Molded in the correct gloss silver and clear. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Monogram Japanese Infantry 1942 / Russian Guard Infantry 1944 / Luftwaffe Paratrooper Plus Plenty Of Exrra Merite Parts & Accesories, 1/32, 803
Metal Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$38
These kits 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. They were all found in one box with the contents hand-written on the short side of the box. Inside are the metal parts for the following kits in complete and never started condition: Japanese Infantry (with instructions and black display base) and Russian Guard (with instructions and black display base). There is also a German Paratrooper that includes all parts and the black base, but his arms have been very neatly epoxied to his body; nothing else has been done. Includes his gun but no instructions. Also included are two extra arms and 8 additional weapons. There are no base stickers or Monogram epoxy.
Monogram Curtiss P-36A Test Shot - Bagged, 1/72, PA145
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$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. This is one of those kits. Ever notice that all Monogram P-36A are always molded in silver? Well, not this time! This test shot is molded in brown and clear plastic and is a pre-first issue, probably 1966. It has never been started. The model is inventoried with all parts, decals and instruction present. The instructions and decal 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.
Monogram Mercury Capsule and Atlas Booster - Young Astronauts Issue, 1/110, 5910
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$65
1987 Young Astronauts Issue that includes the poster and YA application form. This is the single greatest model kit of the Mercury Atlas program and features a detailed Atlas/Mercury, complete launching pad, drive-on ramp, all accessories, tractor transports, nitrogen tank & trailer and more. Never started and the parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Monogram B-25 Mitchell Big Cannon Plane - Four Star Issue, 1/70, PA7-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: NM
$99
Dated 1955 and the 2nd issue of this classic model. The box is in amazing, investment-grade 'Near Mint' condition. The box has factory-new color and gloss, four solid corners, no tape or tags, no marks from tape or tags, no fading, stains or litho damage. The only flaws are very light wear. Kit features rotating wheels and propellers, side gun packs and cannon/machine gun nose, crew members, underwing rockets and boarding ladder. Molded in silver and clear plastic. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Decals are 'excellent+' and the instructions are 'very good+'. This is a later 2nd issue with silver plastic main gear tires (not rubber ones).
Monogram Curtiss Goshawk F11C-2 - White Tall Box Issue (F11C2), 1/72, 6796
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc+++
$32
Still factory sealed. 1973 'Tall' issue that measures 1.75" high. Very finely molded and detailed kit in the Monogram tradition. Includes markings for the 'High Hat' Squadron from CV-3 Saratoga in the 1930s.
Monogram Douglas DC-3 TWA, 1/90, PA9-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc++
$145
Still factory sealed but the seal has drawn the box top slightly concave. This is the second issue dated 1955; the first issue has same art but kit #P9-98. The box has as-new color and gloss. Features optional position cabin door, rotating propellers & wheels, pilot, copilot, hostess and passenger figures and colorful TWA decals.
Monogram Chevrolet S-10 Pickup Truck - Stock S-10 Or Cameo EL Versions, 1/25, 2434
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$65
Still factory sealed. Dated 1993. Features 125 pieces, full engine & engine compartment, opening hood & tail gate, excellent front and rear suspension, optional S-10 Cameo El parts and decals, fully detailed bucket seat interior and more. Molded in light blue, clear, red-tinted clear, chrome plate with rubber tires.
Monogram PBY-5A Catalina - Cool Cat, 1/104, PA8-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
$85
1955 issue with great box art. This was Monogram's 8th plastic aircraft kit and it exemplified the fine fit and finish that they soon became famous for. This is the 2nd release and has the black rubber tires is the second issue; the only difference from the first issue is the "PA" vs. "P" part number. Features rotating propellers, optional retracted or extended position floats, two torpedoes and four crew members. Molded in a very deep Navy Blue and clear with the black rubber tires. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. The box is in beautiful 'Excellent++' condition, the decals are 'near mint.' The instructions are intact but have a light stain across the top 1/3 and are only 'fair++.'
Monogram M48A2 Patton Tank - Green Box Issue, 1/32, 6863
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM++
$95
Still factory sealed and in amazing, investment-grade 'Near Mint+' condition. 1966 issue with 'South East Asia' boxart. This is a real 1966 issue and not the recent reissue. Features flexible treads, rotating turret and cupola, elevating main gun and machine gun, working wheels/sprockets, driver and crew of three.
Monogram Curtiss Goshawk F11C-2 - (F11C2) White 'Short' Box Issue, 1/72, 6796
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM
$32
Still factory sealed and with a 'Near Mint' condition box. This is the 1979 issue with the shorter 1.25" high box. It is a very finely molded kit with markings for the 'High Hat' Squadron from CV-3 Saratoga in the 1930s.
Monogram US Air Force Refueling Group B-47 And KC-135, 1/240, P409-49
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$295
Very rare, one and only issue dated 1960. When Monogram invested in the tooling for the 18 aircraft "Air Power" set, the sales did not meet expectations. In order to increase revenue from the molds, Monogram issued three separate kits- the "Refueling Group," "Bomber Group" and "Fighter Group" in the "Forty Niner" series with the Tu-16 Badger, F-101 and P-40. These kits utilized aircraft from the Air Power set with special blue-molded display stands, unique decals and instructions. The two aircraft are well molded with recessed panel line detail. Decals are in amazing 'near mint' condition and the instructions in 'near mint+' condition. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present. NOTE: this kit must be shipped double-boxed for protection.
Monogram Mercury Capsule and Atlas Booster - Young Astronauts Issue, 1/110, 5910
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$62
Young Astronauts Issue with poster. From highly detailed ex-Revell molds. The single greatest model kit for the Mercury Atlas program. Contains highly detailed Atlas/Mercury, launching pad, ramp, tractor transports, nitrogen tank and trailer. The kit has never been started. Half of the parts are still factory sealed. The other half is not sealed and has been inventoried complete. Includes decals and instructions.
Monogram Grumman F3F-3 Fighter - (F3F3) Blue Box Issue, 1/32, PA186-200
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$95
2nd issue of this kit with the 'Blue Box' dated 1967. Very highly detailed. The kit has many action features: When you pull the prop outward and rotate it CCW, the landing gear retracts. Pull it outward and rotate it CW, and the gear extends. Push the prop in, and it freewheels as normal. Kit features a movable control surfaces, highly detailed cockpit, full decals, sliding canopy and instructions for rigging. Never started. Inventoried and NOTE: missing one tiny, easy to make part: (1) #6. This is a very small round part with a hole in the middle. Otherwise complete with all other parts, decals and instructions present.
Monogram Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird - With GTD-21 Drone and Ground Cart, 1/72, 5810
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$32
1984 release. Very finely molded and detailed model that features detailed cockpits, optional position canopies, detailed wheel wells, GTD-21 Drone and ground handling cart. The kit has never been started. The small parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags. The fuselage parts were never sealed and are complete. Includes decals and instructions.
Monogram Viet Nam Swift Patrol Boat, 1/48, PB180-300
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$79
Dated 1967. This large 1/48 scale model is well detailed kit for that time and features a one-piece full hull, detailed deck fittings, clear cabin windows, elevating .50 caliber machine guns, working gun ring, 81mm mortar, display base and decals. Molded in gray with clear plastic. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried and NOTE: Missing one flat window #18 (easily replaced). Otherwise complete with all other parts and includes decals and instructions.
Monogram Viet Nam Swift Patrol Boat, 1/48, PB180-300
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$95
Dated 1967. This large 1/48 scale model is well detailed kit for that time and features a one-piece full hull, detailed deck fittings, clear cabin windows, elevating .50 caliber machine guns, working gun ring, 81mm mortar, display base and decals. Molded in gray with clear plastic. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Monogram Space Taxi - Willy Ley Space Models, 1/48, 0194
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$52
1996 reissue of the original 1959 kit using the same molds and box artwork. One of a very famous series of space kits that Monogram made with the designer Willy Ley. Big 1/48 scale kit has excellent detail and features four figures and special 'Globe' mounting base. Molded in white and clear. The kit has never been started. The parts that were factory sealed are still in the sealed bags; that parts that were never sealed have been inventoried complete. Includes decals and instructions.