Comet Aeronca Chief - 54 inch Wingspan for R/C for Free Flight, 3506
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
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1970s very large scale kit with 54 inch wingspan. For rubber or gas free flight or RC (radio control). Kit features traditional wood/tissue construction, detailed full size plans, building instructions, wheels, hardware, tissue and propeller. The model has not been started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts and instructions. Comet was a famous manufacturer of stick and tissue flying and static models. In the 1930s Great Depression, they lead the low-priced kit revolution with the "Dime Scale" kits and famous advertisements in Model Airplane News magazine and others. Comet reached it's peak in the 1930s when they acquired the services of Carl Goldberg. Goldberg was a highly accomplished modeler with articles in Model Airplane News and famous designs that won him several National level competitions in the 1930s and beyond. (Carl Goldberg went on to found his own company and produced well designed and popular free-flight and RC aircraft). Comet survived the post World War economic slump and continued kit production until they were bought out by long-time competitor Guillow's in 1998.
Revell Mercury and Gemini Capsules, 1/48, H1834-100
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
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First issue hardbox dated 1964. Classic manned space program kit. Large 1/48 scale capsules are well detailed inside and out and each comes with a stand. The kit has never been started. All parts and paperwork are still sealed in the internal factory clear bag. The box displays better than 'good+' but is graded such due to clear tape on one long side.
SMER Supermarine Walrus Mk.2, 1/50, 114
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
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Large scale model of the famous British WWII Floatplane. Walrus amphibians flew from Royal Navy Cruisers and Battleships as well as harbor bases. Never started and internally factory bag sealed. Includes decals and instructions.
KP Avia C-2 / Avia S-199 / Supermarine Spitfire Mk. LF IXE, 1/72
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
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SALE!! Includes all three kits. All have not been started and are either still sealed in the factory bag or inventoried complete with all parts. Includes decals and instructions
Delta 2 S-55 X Savoia Marchetti - (S.55X), 1/72, DL1004
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
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The first aircraft to fly across the Atlantic in formation! The S-55 was a unique aircraft with the passenger compartments in the floats and the cockpit in the wing; the two engines are mounted in tandem push/pull above the cockpit. The S-55 proved to be very reliable and airworthy, setting 14 world records for speed, altitude and distance with a payload. Three months before Lindbergh's solo Atlantic flight, and S-55 flew with stops from Italy to Rio and NY City. In 1933 Marshal Balbo led 25 S-55s to Chicago in about 48 hours. He then flew back without incident. This issue did not come with the color reference booklet. Never started. Factory sealed bag with decals and instructions.
MPM Messerschmitt Bf-109 V1 Prototype - Upgraded Issue, 1/72, 72128
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM
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Still factory sealed. Limited edition injection molded kit. The original Bf-109 prototype was a very different bird than the combat versions. Finally, here is a very nicely detailed and correct model of this incredible and historic aircraft.
Aurora F-86D Sabre Jet Brooklyn - Famous Fighters of All Nations, 1/48, 77-79
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+++
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First issue early 1950s U-Ma-Kit from Brooklyn factory. Kit is completely correct for the first issue. Molded in high-gloss gray, no rivet detail, no landing gear/missiles (the rivets and gear/missiles did not come till later issues) and correct instructions/decals. Also includes correct Brooklyn stand and original packing tissue paper. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present.
Lindberg Boeing Trainer PT-17 Kaydet - (ex-Varney / ex-O-Lin), 1/48, 508-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair
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Rare 1950s hardbox issue with colorful Ray Gaedke boxart. This kit has a long and interesting history. These molds were originally created by Varney in the 1940s - please see the article on this website about this. The Varney PT-17 was one of the first injection molded plastic aircraft kits produced in the USA. O-Lin, of which Paul Lindberg was one-half of, purchased the Varney molds and released the kit after slight mold modifications. When O-Lin became Lindberg, the kit was released once - this kit - with the minimally modified molds. After this release, the molds were modified more significantly. Molded in glossy yellow, black and clear. The model has not been started. It is complete with all parts, decals and instructions. The parts are the correct early issue. The box displays better than the 'fair' rating but is graded a such to due to heavy wear at the right side of the box top and missing litho along the entire right short side.
Revell Schnellboot Fast Attack Boat Gepard Class 143A, 1/144, 05005
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
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1998 Revell of Germany issue. Large scale model with excellent detail. Full hull kit features four screws, detailed deck and superstructure, OTO MELARA gun, two twin launcher for missiles, radome, detailed radar and aerial mast, 1 RAM launcher, lifeboat, structural details, mine sweep gear and decals for 7 different ships. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Airfix HMS Ajax Light Cruiser - Battle Of River Plate, 1/600, 903204
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
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1984 issue from the original 1960s molds. Older but nicely detailed full hull kit that is well molded with 91 parts. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes instructions.
Revell North American P-51D Mustang 'Man O'War', 1/48, H31
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG++
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Still factory sealed but the seal has splits. 1978 issue. Features fine raised and recessed panel lines, detailed cockpit and gear wells, optional position canopy and drop tanks.
Italeri Messerschmitt Me-210 A1, 1/72, 077
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG+
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Still factory sealed. Finely molded and detailed kit from new tooling in 1998. Includes markings and color paint guide for 8.Zerstorergeschwader Sicily 1942.
DML Focke-Wulf FW-190 D-9 Masters Series - JG6 Major Gerhard Barkhorn / JV44 Hauptmann Waldemar Wubke - (FW190D9), 1/48, 5503
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG+
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From 1991. Very highly detailed kit. Finely molded with all fine recessed panel lines. Highly detailed cockpit, optional position canopy, detailed gear wells, drop tank or bomb load and more. Also includes two frets of photoetched parts and decals for both aircraft. The kit has never been started. Internal factory sealed bags including decals and instructions. NOTE: includes box top. Missing tray (bottom box).
Monogram Panzerkampfwagen Panzer IV H, 1/32, PM230-300
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
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1969 'Green Box' issue. The Panzer IV mounted one 75mm gun and two MG24 machine guns. The 'H' variant depicted here had extra armor plates hung loosely from the sides to pre-detonate hollow charge projectiles. The kit can be built with or without this additional armor. Turret rotates and gun elevates. Detailed moving flexible treads and bogeys have spring action. Cupola lid opens. Includes extra tread links, Jerry cans and helmets with two crew figures. The kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete including decals and instructions. Please note that the decals are present but heavily aged; you will need to provide your own decals if you wish to build the kit. Box is badly stained and not in collectible condition.
Tamiya Bell AH-1G Hueycobra - US Marines or US Army 33rd Flight / Army 235th Attack Heliopcter Flight / Army Unidentified Flight (Tail No. 615265), 1/100, PA1017-125
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
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Very nicely kit in Tamiya's famous 1/100 scale series. Features very good detail and decals & paint guide for the four helicopters listed. Never started. Factory sealed bag with decals and instructions present.
Bandai Panzerkampfwagen VI Tiger II King Tiger Sd.Kfz.182, 1/24, 8217-2500
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
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Very rare, large & legendary model and even rarer in never started and complete condition. Features fantastic detail inside and outside, a complete interior, with engine and all crew stations and equipment, full working independent bogie suspension, crew members, full color paint guide and decals for multiple tanks and more. The kit has never been started. Almost all of the parts are factory sealed. The few that were not sealed have been inventoried complete. With decals and instructions.
Monogram F-100 Fighter Bomber Camo 'Carol Ann', 1/48, 5424
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc++
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Still factory sealed. 1981 issue of the detailed Monogram model, which is still one of the finest 1/48 Huns available.. Features full cockpit and wheel well details, visible gun bay with optional hatch, realistic internal inlet, optional jet exhaust and refueling probe for camo or natural finish, optional position speed brakes and canopy, full underwing stores - bombs, missiles, drop tank - and boarding ladder with ground crew member.1
Revell USS Yorktown CV-5 Aircraft Carrier, 1/490, H383
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
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1969 issue. The Yorktown was one of three prewar sister carriers along with Enterprise (CV-6) and Hornet (CV-8). The Yorktown saw extensive action in the Coral Sea, the first sea battle in which opposing forces did not sight each other from warships. At Midway she fought alongside Enterprise and Hornet to help sink 4 Japanese carriers, but was lost after the battle after an epic struggle to save the ship. Very nicely molded model. Features internal hangar decks (fore and aft) that are visible through side hangar doors, 20 Douglas SBD Dauntless airwing (well molded with raised panel lines and propellers), full decals, 20" long full hull, movable cranes, separately molded AA guns and catwalks and optional position elevators. The box art shows the prewar high-vis finish, and decals are included for prewar markings for the ship and aircraft. For that time, this kit does a good job of representing the detailed differences between the Yorktown and Hornet & Enterprise. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Cleveland Kling's Folkerts Speed King Racer 'Jupiter Pride Of Lemont' - Wooden Flying Aircraft, 1/16, SF-71
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
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Dated 1937. Early issue in the cardboard box with 'Cleveland World Famous Models' printed in silver, which is in unusually good condition. This kit came from a discriminating collector who purchased this model new directly from Cleveland in September of 1955 and was received in October. The kit is still factory-packed with pages from the "Cleveland Plain Dealer" newspaper dated June 29, 1955. This is a "SF" (Scale, Flying) model in museum scale of 1/16. All Cleveland kits were exceptionally complete and this one is no exception. This kit is specifically designed as a scale model with retractable landing gear. However, if you do wish to fly it, additional instructions are provided on the necessary modifications. Features very high quality balsa printwood and strip wood, pre-drilled nose block, fully formed wheels, thrust button & spinner, completed prop blades, various sizes of metal stock, covering material and highest quality plans. The model has not been started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts and instructions. The 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 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.