Tern Aero Aeronca C-3 - Rubber Powered Flying Airplane Model, 112
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
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Very high quality rubber powered free-flight model with simplified stick and tissue assembly and a wingspan of about 15 to 17 inches. Kits contain colored tissue, plastic propellers and wheels (if required), printwood, strip wood, rubber and well made full size plans. The model has not been started. The parts are either in factory sealed bag(s) or inventoried 100% complete with all parts and instructions.
Planet Models Heinkel He-119 V4, 1/72, 034
Resin Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
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The famous (or infamous) He-119 had a long and interesting history. This is the V4, which had improved cooling and fuselage design. This lead to a speed record flight of 604 km/h. However, the aircraft crashed due to pilot error, and the project was canceled. Never started. Factory sealed bag or inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Planet Models Gotha P-60C Nightfighter (P.60c) (German WWII Project), 1/72, 013
Resin Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
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Limited issue high quality resin kit. Never started. Factory sealed bag or inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Monogram F-105D Thunderchief with Factory Camouflage Paint Bagged, 1/72, PA150-150
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: No Box
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Bagged kit - no box. Box is shown for reference only. Hard to find kit from 1966. Features factory painted camouflage, operating canopy, optional position landing gear, rolling wheels and drop tanks. Factory paint is in excellent condition. Never started. Factory sealed bag or inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Vac Wings Nakajima E8N1 / 2 'Dave', 1/72, VW238
Vacuform Model Kit, Box Condition: No Box
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High quality vacuform kit. Never started. Complete with all parts and instructions.
Hasegawa Northrop T-38A Talon (F-5B) USAF BAGGED, 1/72
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: No Box
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Bagged kit - no box. The box is shown for reference only. Still in the factory bag. Has decals for USAF TF-599, the aircraft on the box art. Never started. Factory sealed bag or inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Hasegawa Northrop F-5A Freedom Fighter with Weapons - BAGGED, 1/72
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: No Box
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Very nicely molded and detailed kit. The instructions and decals (USAF and Canadian Armed Forces) are from the T-38 kit also by Hasegawa. Never started. Factory sealed bag or inventoried 100% complete with all parts, T-38 decals and T-38 instructions.
Frog Morane Saulnier MS-406C1 - Blue Series, 1/72, 157P
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
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Very finely molded in medium gray. Features separately molded ailerons, elevators and rudder. This kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. Frog is considered the father of injection molded model kits. The Lines Brothers opened Frog in 1932, capitalizing on the fever caused by Lindberg's solo transatlantic flight. Almost overnight the western populations became 'Air-Minded', and anything aviation was in high demand. Frog created a quality line of stick and tissue rubber powered aircraft and gliders as well as innovative ready-to-fly rubber powered aircraft that required no assembly. The box even contained a built-in rubber motor winder and fuselage holder. Model airplane flight competitions were popular in Great Britain, and one category was 'Rise Off the Ground', or ROG. By changing this to 'Flies Right Off the Ground', the FROG name was born. In 1936 Frog created a line of injection molded plastic models, the first such kit line in the world (Hawk sold a line of injection molded aircraft models in 1934 but they were factory assembled and painted). Named 'Penguin' after the bird that does not fly, the kits were innovative beyond the means of production. At a time when models were simply built by wingspan, the Penguin line was a constant 1/72 scale. Furthermore, a large 1/72 Short S.30 Empire class flying boat contained a full interior and lights! A line of accessories such as AA guns, tractors, hanger, ambulance, sound locator, searchlights and lighting kits were quickly added to the line. WWII caused a pause in production. After the war the box color changed from silver to green, and Penguin kits were also marketed in the USA. Production ended in 1950. Frog quickly expanded and released the Red, Orange, Black, Green, Gold Token, Spin and Comet series as well as Trail Blazers and several others. It is noteworthy that while most manufacturers in the 1940s/50 were making toy-like models, Frog attempted to make very realistic models. For example, 'detailing' kits with excessively large rivets was once very popular. Frog ignored this trend and continued to mold aircraft with fine panel lines and no rivets. As a result, Frog kits can be built into very realistic replicas. Production ended in the late 1970s, but Frog molds are still in use around the world.
Frog Miles Master III Advanced Trainer - Blue Series, 1/72, 340P
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
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Finely molded in dark yellow. This kit has never been started. It is either still in the internally sealed factory bag or has been inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. Frog is considered the father of injection molded model kits. The Lines Brothers opened Frog in 1932, capitalizing on the fever caused by Lindberg's solo transatlantic flight. Almost overnight the western populations became 'Air-Minded', and anything aviation was in high demand. Frog created a quality line of stick and tissue rubber powered aircraft and gliders as well as innovative ready-to-fly rubber powered aircraft that required no assembly. The box even contained a built-in rubber motor winder and fuselage holder. Model airplane flight competitions were popular in Great Britain, and one category was 'Rise Off the Ground', or ROG. By changing this to 'Flies Right Off the Ground', the FROG name was born. In 1936 Frog created a line of injection molded plastic models, the first such kit line in the world (Hawk sold a line of injection molded aircraft models in 1934 but they were factory assembled and painted). Named 'Penguin' after the bird that does not fly, the kits were innovative beyond the means of production. At a time when models were simply built by wingspan, the Penguin line was a constant 1/72 scale. Furthermore, a large 1/72 Short S.30 Empire class flying boat contained a full interior and lights! A line of accessories such as AA guns, tractors, hanger, ambulance, sound locator, searchlights and lighting kits were quickly added to the line. WWII caused a pause in production. After the war the box color changed from silver to green, and Penguin kits were also marketed in the USA. Production ended in 1950. Frog quickly expanded and released the Red, Orange, Black, Green, Gold Token, Spin and Comet series as well as Trail Blazers and several others. It is noteworthy that while most manufacturers in the 1940s/50 were making toy-like models, Frog attempted to make very realistic models. For example, 'detailing' kits with excessively large rivets was once very popular. Frog ignored this trend and continued to mold aircraft with fine panel lines and no rivets. As a result, Frog kits can be built into very realistic replicas. Production ended in the late 1970s, but Frog molds are still in use around the world.
Italaerei Republic F-84 Thunderstreak, 1/72
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
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Contains 2 complete kits in one box. Tricolor and Olympic markings. Never started. Kit is either 100% inventoried with all parts/decals and instructions or is factory sealed/factory sealed internal bags.
Revell US Navy AD-6 (A-1) Skyraider, 1/40, H261-300
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
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Very cleanly molded. This is the older softbox issue dated 1965 and not a later reissue. This kit uses the molds of the classic 1959 'S' operating kit, so it makes and ideal builder. Model has many action features: Wings fold, dive brakes operate, canopy slides to show full cockpit, landing gear retracts and cowling comes off to show fully detailed engine. Never started. Factory sealed bag or inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Revell M-35 Military Truck 'S' Kit, 1/40, H537-125
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
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1958 first issue. Box has small price tag sized sticker tear on one short side. Never started. 100% inventoried complete with all parts/decals and instructions present.
Palmer Brass Plated 75 mm World War I Artillery Piece, 1/24, 33-100
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
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Very well detailed. Scaled from US Army photos. Includes operating front shield sight and wheels. One tree is brass plated. About 7 inches long assembled. Never started. Factory sealed bag or 100% inventoried with all parts decals and instructions present.
Frog Fairey Rotodyne, 1/72, 358P
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++++
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From the 1950s. Very early version in large 1/72 scale. Brilliant box art with like-new gloss and color. Finely molded with all recessed panel detail. The kit features a detailed cockpit, working rotors and operating boarding door. Even includes a factory glass bottle of paint. This kit has never been started. It is either still in the internally sealed factory bag or has been inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. Frog is considered the father of injection molded model kits. The Lines Brothers opened Frog in 1932, capitalizing on the fever caused by Lindberg's solo transatlantic flight. Almost overnight the western populations became 'Air-Minded', and anything aviation was in high demand. Frog created a quality line of stick and tissue rubber powered aircraft and gliders as well as innovative ready-to-fly rubber powered aircraft that required no assembly. The box even contained a built-in rubber motor winder and fuselage holder. Model airplane flight competitions were popular in Great Britain, and one category was 'Rise Off the Ground', or ROG. By changing this to 'Flies Right Off the Ground', the FROG name was born. In 1936 Frog created a line of injection molded plastic models, the first such kit line in the world (Hawk sold a line of injection molded aircraft models in 1934 but they were factory assembled and painted). Named 'Penguin' after the bird that does not fly, the kits were innovative beyond the means of production. At a time when models were simply built by wingspan, the Penguin line was a constant 1/72 scale. Furthermore, a large 1/72 Short S.30 Empire class flying boat contained a full interior and lights! A line of accessories such as AA guns, tractors, hanger, ambulance, sound locator, searchlights and lighting kits were quickly added to the line. WWII caused a pause in production. After the war the box color changed from silver to green, and Penguin kits were also marketed in the USA. Production ended in 1950. Frog quickly expanded and released the Red, Blue, Orange, Black, Green, Gold Token, Spin and Comet series as well as Trail Blazers and several others. It is noteworthy that while most manufacturers in the 1940s/50 were making toy-like models, Frog attempted to make very realistic models. For example, 'detailing' kits with excessively large rivets was once very popular. Frog ignored this trend and continued to mold aircraft with fine panel lines and no rivets. As a result, Frog kits can be built into very realistic replicas. Production ended in the late 1970s, but Frog molds are still in use around the world.
Revell 1913 Mercedes Highway Pioneers, 1/32, H54-89
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
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1953 early issue molded in green plastic. This is from the issues produced with Gowland & Gowland as it carrier their 'balloon' logo on the side. The model has not been started. The parts are still sealed in the original 'krinkle' bag and the kit is complete with instructions. Before the 1950s 'model building' never made the top 10 list of boy's activities. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream. Shortly after the turn of the century, many dedicated modelers built flying or static airplanes, ship, train, automotive or other subjects. Basic kits existed, but the majority of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s. The phenomenon of the Revell/Gowland & Gowland 'Highway Pioneers' car kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real car. The Highway Pioneers series lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the early 1960s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys.
Revell 1915 Fiat Tourer - Highway Pioneers, 1/32, H55-89
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
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1953 early issue molded in red acetate plastic. This kit has never been started. It has been inventoried 100% complete with all parts and instructions. This is from the issues produced with Gowland & Gowland as it carrier their 'balloon' logo on the side. Before the 1950s 'model building' never made the top 10 list of boy's activities. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream. Shortly after the turn of the century, many dedicated modelers built flying or static airplanes, ship, train, automotive or other subjects. Basic kits existed, but the majority of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s. The phenomenon of the Revell/Gowland & Gowland 'Highway Pioneers' car kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real car. The Highway Pioneers series lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the early 1960s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys.
Nichimo IJN Atago Heavy Cruiser, 1/500, 3
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
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Early issue from the 1960s of this unique 1/500 scale kit with rare glossy box art from the 'Golden Age' of Japanese model kit illustrations. Can be built at motorized full hull or waterline version. Well detailed and molded. Features original glue, and all hardware for motorizing, metal gear box for multi-prop drive and even the electric motor is included. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Nichimo Maya Heavy Cruiser - Motorized, 1/500, 3
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
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Early issue from the 1960s of this unique 1/500 scale kit with rare glossy box art from the 'Golden Age' of Japanese model kit illustrations. Can be built at motorized full hull or waterline version. Well detailed and molded. Features original glue, and all hardware for motorizing, metal gear box for multi-prop drive and even the electric motor is included. Features well one piece lower hull (molded in red), one piece upper hull (molded in gray), detailed deck and superstructure, rotating main turrets and separately molded secondary battery and AA guns, catapults, two floatplanes, display stand and more. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes instructions.
Nichimo IJN Chokai Heavy Cruiser, 1/500, 3
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
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Early issue from the 1960s of this unique 1/500 scale kit with rare glossy box art from the 'Golden Age' of Japanese model kit illustrations. Can be built at motorized full hull or waterline version. Well detailed and molded. Features original glue, and all hardware for motorizing, metal gear box for multi-prop drive and even the electric motor is included. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Tru-Scale Blacksmith Car HO Scale Kit, 1/87, S829-198
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
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Early injection molded 1950s kit of a very unique subject. Highly detailed car features blacksmith figure, anvil, bellows, forge, hand-car, boom/hood, tool shelf, axe, shovel, hammer and coal bin. Never started. Missing one wheel to the hand car; easily found in a spares box. Inventoried complete with all other parts, decals and instructions. As it typical of most kits of this period, it does not come with trucks. Makes for a great stand-alone kit or a great subject for you line.