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Revell HRS-1 Marine Helicopter - Picture Plane Series, 1/48, H181-100
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$95
Rare S-55 in US Marine colors. The hardbox is dated 1960 and sports the beautiful Picture Plane artwork. Features detailed rotor hub, complete cockpit, crew of two, detailed engine, optional position engine cowl and more. Molded in correct dark blue and clear. The kit has never been started. All parts and paperwork are still factory sealed in the internal clear bag. Literally the entire contents of the box are all factory sealed.
Commander USS Mitscher DDG-35 Guided Missile Destroyer, 1/350, 4-168
Resin Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$185
Sells for $220 new. This is a well molded, highly detailed 1/350 scale full hull model kit that features high-definition cast resin hull and other larger details, many brass PE parts, decals and instructions. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed containers and includes decals and instructions.
Yankee Modelworks USS Shea SM-30 Minelayer - Sumner Class Destroyer Minelayer, 1/350, YKM-35109
Resin Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$110
Rare, out of production kit of this rare subject. The model is from the legendary Yankee Modelworks and is a true museum quality kit. Features high-definition resin pressure-cast full-hull with numerous, beautiful cast metal details, 2 frets of brass PE parts and extensive decals. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. USS Shea was laid down on 23 December 1943 by Bethlehem Steel Company yard at Staten Island, New York. She was originally going to be DD-750, an Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer. She was launched on May 20, 1944 and was sponsored by Mrs. John J. Shea. The ship was modified to be a destroyer minelayer, re-designated DM-30 in late 1944 and commissioned at the New York Navy Yard on September 30, 1944. She went on to have a very active career in World War 2.
Aurora The Mummy - Universal Pictures, 1/8, 427-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$140
Very rare 1963 original issue hardbox. The box has perfect color and gloss, four solid corners, no repairs, no staining, fading or missing litho. It does have even light shelf wear and edge wear as shown. Inside, the kit is molded in the correct light gray plastic. It has never been started and has been inventoried 100% complete with all parts & instructions present. The instructions are in 'near mint+' condition. The box displays as 'excellent' but I graded it 'very good++' because there is additional shelf wear on the two short side panels and one long side panel.
Tamiya DeHavilland Mosquito FB Mk.VI With AMS Resin 100 Gallon Slipper Tanks, 1/32, 60326
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+++
$195
Includes factory-sealed AMS Resin #AMS32120 1/32 Mosquito 100 Gallon Slipper Tanks (2). The actual kit is not only the finest Mossie model ever made but one of the finest model kits period. Includes the Export Version only clear engine cowling parts and the Reference Manual. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Aurora Prehistoric Scenes Cro-Magnon Woman, 1/13, 731-150
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc++
$120
Still factory sealed and the seal has a small split as shown at the left top side. This model form 1972 is part of the famous Aurora "Prehistoric Scenes" series which was wildly popular and included many different kits.
Aurora Dracula - Glows In The Dark, 1/8, 454
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$125
Hard-to-find 'Glow' Dracula Canada issue from the 1970s. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes instructions.
Aurora Hunchback Of Notre Dame - Glows In The Dark, 1/8, 481-150
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+++
$125
1969 hardbox release of the fard-to-find 'Glow' Hunchback from 1969. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes instructions.
Otaki German Army Armored Car Puma 3 Motorized - Sd.Kfz. 234/2 Mit 5cm KWK. L/60, 1/35, OT4-2-300
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$54
Most likely from the early 1970s. This 'Big Gun' L/60 equipped Puma is well detailed for that time and features a Mabuchi motor, pinion gears, all-metal gear box, complete metal running hardware and wiring, metal front steering gear, rubber tires, injection molded man parts, working drive wheel suspension, rotating turret, gun ports, headlights, spare tire holder and much more. Never started. The hardware parts are still in the factory sealed bag. All other parts have been inventoried complete and includes decals and instructions.
Aurora 1920 Monroe Special Indianapolis 500 Winner - (ex Best), 1/30, 521-69
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$145
Very rare kit dated 1958. The superb box art was painted by Monaghan, who did all of the Aurora Indy 500 winners. This kit is from Best molds. Aurora purchased these molds just for the Indianapolis 500 Winners and then made only one issue. Molded in a beautiful gloss blue & with rubber tires, spoke wheels, crew of two and some interior detail. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Even the original factory tissue packing paper is present. Decals and instructions are both 'excellent++' condition. This famous car is directly tied to one of racings greatest names, Louis Chevrolet. Louis and his brother He and his brother Arthur came to American in about 1905 and immediately began racing; Louis alone won 10 National Championship races between 1909 and 1919. Louis and Arthur joined forces with William Crapo 'Billy' Durant to form the Chevrolet Car Company in 1911. However, few people got along with Durant and the Chevrolet brothers were no exception. By 1915 they had sold their stock and moved on to Indianapolis. They immediately went back into racing and built their own cars. However, they were not allowed to use the Chevrolet name. The unofficial Chevrolet team was the first to achieve consecutive Indianapolis 500 wins. The first is this kit, the 1920 Monroe Special driven by younger brother Gaston Chevrolet and in 1921 in a Frontenac Special driven by Tommy Milton.
Hawk Lockheed Constellation L-749 - One Piece 1948 Box Issue, 1/140, 702
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$175
Very rare and much more so in an 'Excellent+' condition box. This kit is from 1949, and even predates the Gowland & Gowland 'Highway Pioneers' that started the plastic model craze in the United States. This model is molded in the correct glossy medium gray with a unique early stand. The model was issued with instructions but did not come with decals. The instructions tell you that '...the plane is molded in the proper base color, and if you intend to paint your favorite air-line markings be sure to use good enamel (not lacquer). The kit has never been started. The contents are as they left the factory. They have been inventoried 100% complete with all parts and instructions present. Hawk was a producer of wooden kits (often with plastic & metal details) before and after WWII and was one of the handful of manufacturers to produce such kits (known as 'solids') in a consistent 1/48 scale. Hawk made aircraft, ship and train models in this fashion. The very first injection molded aircraft kits in the United States were made by Varney or Hawk in 1946, but they did not catch on quickly. Hawk was always an innovative and quality-driven company, and they took a gamble on injection molded kit well before they were popular. As early as 1946 they issued the 1/48 Curtiss R3C-1 with wheels. Like Varney's Fleet Sub and PT-17, they were shunned by hobby dealers. Hawk persisted with the 'Evolution of the Jet' gift set in 1948 and issued several kits - the Supermarine S6B, Gee-Bee, Howard Ike, Laird (all in acetate) and the F-84G and this Constellation (both in polystyrene). All were in the two-tone one-piece box like this Constellation model.
Meng Messerschmitt Me-163B Komet - (Me163B), 1/32, QS001
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: NM
$40
Very high quality kit from completely new molds and easily the finest Komet kit ever made. Never started and the [plastic parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags. Includes decals and instructions. NOTE: missing the rubber tail wheel tire (but includes the wheel hub.
Hasegawa Soya Antarctica Observation 3rd Corps With Hasegawa Detail Up PE Frets 72113 And 72111, 1/350, 40023
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$115
Includes the following Hasegawa factory sealed PE Sets: QG11 And QG13. These have a retail price of over $40 each ($80+ together). This famous ship has a fascinating history. Built in Japan 1936-38 on a Soviet contract, Soya's delivery was canceled due to tension between the Empire and the USSR. Purchased by the IJN in 1939, Soya survived multiple US and British attacks in WW II, with damage and crew losses. Postwar, the vessel helped to repatriate refugees from Japanese territory seized and occupied by the USSR. After that, Soya enjoyed a long career as an ice breaker and rescue ship. In 1959, news outlets around the world reported Soya's rescue of two huskie dogs after severe weather had forced an earlier expedition to leave them behind. She is now a museum ship, restored to her original, 'as launched' commercial freighter configuration. The long career of this ship exemplifies the recovery and resurgence of the spirit of modern Japan. This model is from all new molds and does justice to this historic vessel. The full-hull model features 323 pieces and includes all deck fittings, float plane, helicopter and more. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Fore Hobby Kriegsmarine Schnellboot S-38 1942, 1/72, 1001
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
$72
From all new molds. This is a fantastically detailed 1/72 full-hull Schnellboot with over 400 pieces. Feature propeller & rudder detailing, one-piece bridge molding, opened or closed hatches, torpedo tubes with opened or closed hatches at the front and back, option to show torpedoes exposed or half loaded, detailed bridge, clear windows and vents, realistic railings with plastic and metal parts, lathe-sharpened metal barrel, detailed PE parts and more. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
EagleCals Stuka Ju-87B - Luftwaffe 5/St.G.2 September 1941 The Snake / 'Yellow G' Unknown Unit (Possibly St.G 2) Winter 1941/42, 1/32, EC32143
Other Materials, Box Condition: Exc++
$22
This 1/32 sheet covers both of these Stukas. These decals are 'mint' condition and have always been stored in a climate controlled residence. Includes paint and markings guide. On this website are two articles that fully explain how to save or reproduce older decals; please read read these before using any older model kit or aftermarket decals. Because USPS handles envelopes roughly, I will only ship decals in a box; so to save on shipping, order decals with model kits so they ship together.
Airfix North American Mustang P-51D - Type Two Logo Bagged, 1/72, 1405
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Good+
$36
Still factory sealed. This rare issue was is directly from the collection of the original owner, who purchased the model in the early 1960s. The Type 2 logo paper header is in 'Good+' condition. Molded in the correct silver plastic with a clear canopy and the early, two-piece clear Airfix 'teardrop-base' stand. Airfix's second logo for plastic models is known among collectors as the 'Type Two' or 'T2' logo and was used from the late 1950s into the early 1960s.
Hawk Convair Atlas Space Station - Manned Satellite With Interior, 1/98, 513-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$345
Very rare original issue from 1958. This model is one of the all-time classic 1950s space kits. Includes interior detail, figures, clear cover, two rocket reentry vehicles, clear and colored display stand that depicts mission profile and a large colorful decal sheet. The box has excellent color and gloss, four solid corners, no repairs, no tape or tape marks, no tags or tag marks, no missing litho and no tears or rips. It does have light age foxing along a 1" strip at the far left and even, light shelf wear as shown Molded in gloss silver and clear plastic. Inside, the kit is as it left the factory. It has never been started and has been inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present. The instructions are in 'excellent++' condition and the decals are 'excellent' with the only significant flaw being typical yellowing. This model was reissued later as #551 in 1966 as the 'Manned Orbiting Laboratory.' NOTE: This kit must be shipped insured.
Aeromaster Recon Birds DH Mosquitos P-38 Lightnings Spitfire - Mossies RAF Italy And USAAF Norfolk England 1955 / USAAF P-38s 7th PRG And 10th PRG / Spitfire Mk. I PR Type E RAF Heston July 1949, 1/48, 48-082
Other Materials, Box Condition: Sealed
$18
Still factory sealed. Includes extensive decals for all five listed aircraft. These decals are 'mint' condition and have always been stored in a climate controlled residence. Includes paint and markings guide. On this website are two articles that fully explain how to save or reproduce older decals; please read read these before using any older model kit or aftermarket decals. Because USPS handles envelopes roughly, I will only ship decals in a box; so to save on shipping, order decals with model kits so they ship together.
Monogram Wright Brothers Kitty Hawk - Blue Box Issue, 1/40, PA201-130
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG
$42
Still factory sealed. Second issue is dated 1967. This is possibly the best injection molded kit of the first aircraft to sustain powered, controlled flight. Features figures of Orville and Wilbur Wright, monorail launching track and carrier, dolly and historical accessories ("C" clamp, bench, can, spade and starting battery) that were all present at the first flight.
Monogram C-47 Skytrain with Paratroopers, 1/90, P11-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: NM
$145
Rare first issue from 1955 and with an investment-grade 'Near Mint' condition box. It has the correct P11-98 kit number and early logo. The model has beautiful mold quality and detail for that time and features rotating propellers and wheels, optional position main doors with boarding ladder, four paratroopers and a crew of two pilots. Molded in the correct high-gloss dark olive drab and clear plastic. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.