Eduard Pfalz D-III Fighter - Werner Voss (DIII), 1/48, 8031
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$32
Includes well detailed injection molded plastic parts, many photoetched details, film instruments and decals with painting guide. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Hasegawa Kawanishi Type-97 Mavis Flying Boat, 1/72, JS-26
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$44
Very large and nicely detailed kit. Unusual box art issue that includes a beautiful full color painting guide. Features 149 pieces, flight deck and crew, moving control surfaces, beaching gear and more. With a large white stand for 'in flight' display. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Hasegawa Mitsubishi G4M2E Type 1 'Betty' Model 24 Tei with MXY7 Ohka Model 11, 1/72, JS069-400
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$55
Limited edition kit with missile. Well molded kit features Betty Bomber and Ohka with ground stand/parent aircraft mounting dolly. Has markings for 4 aircraft and three are Ohka launchers. The fourth is one of two unique Betty's that flew to meet the Allies for surrender in 1945. These aircraft are white with large green crosses. Never started. The Ohka and clear parts are still factory sealed. All other parts have been inventoried complete. With decals and instructions.
Hasegawa Cessna A-37A, 1/72, JS-036-200
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$24
Well molded kit with 52 parts featuring very fine raised panel lines, cockpit and gear well detail, two pilots, 100 Gallon drop tanks and Aero-6A and LAU-3A loadouts. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Heller Jaguar E (Two Seater), 1/50, L521
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$22
From the 1970s. Rare, large-scale two-seat Jaguar strike aircraft model with classic box art. Nicely molded for that time and features fine raised panel lines & recessed control surfaces, good cockpit detail, arresting gear and more. The model has not been started. The parts are either in the factory sealed bag or inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Pavesi Fiat G-91, 1/72
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$44
Very rare. Pavesi was an Italian confectionery company that in the 1960s managed a series of motorway service stations. They still exist today and are famous for the "Pavesini" Biscuits. In the 1960s Pavesi had an awards program. You could accumulate points for buying certain products, then choose a prize. There were various gadgets, micro-ship models and eventually one series of four scale models. The firm of Plurex, located in Cornaredo (near Milan) was sub-contracted to make these. Plurex was an injection molder but had no experience in plastic modeling. The four Plurex aircraft were based on Airfix models but with certain changes, possibly to avoid copyright issues. They were supposed to be 1/72 scale, but different collectors have reported them as being significantly different, such as 1/82. However, it turns out that they really are 1/72 (see the notes at the end of this description). This exact issue was made as an advertisement and promotion for the Pavesi Service Stations, but there was a run of all four aircraft marketed in a transparent plastic bag with a header, exactly like the bagged Revell Air Cadet series and similar to the early Airfix kits. These issues only had the name of the subjects and not the service station and were marketed in various service stations in the Lombardy Region. Thank you to Italian model collector and historian Giampiero Grammatico for the information above! Here are the details of the actual kit pictured. The Italian text on the short box sides says (in English): "The sale of this item is strictly prohibited as part of the special offer. Complete the series of planes a unique offer for 4 perfect scale models." The other three models are A-4D Skyhawk, Mirage IIIC and Mig-21. Features very fine raised panel lines, recessed control surface lines, complete landing gear, two wing drop tanks, a clear canopy and complete decals for the box art aircraft. The model has never been started and is 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions (on the back of the box). There is a small piece of paper inside that is in Italian which translates to: "Dear friend, for you an exceptional Pavensi offer; a beautiful Fiat Jet to assemble. Nothing should be missing ... but if you do not find a few pieces in the bag, write to this address: Ditta Plurex Via Monsignore Moneta N. 23, 20010 Cornaradeo". Today (19-7-21) I received an update from collector and historian Giampiero Grammatico - "I compared the Fiat G.91 Pavesi with the Airfix and with the 1/72 scale drawings by Richard Caruana published on the Fiat G.91R, PAN, Y monograph published in 1991. it seems clear to me that the Pavesi model turns out to be absolutely in 1/72 scale. I also compared the other three subjects with the Airfix equivalents without opening the envelopes and the results, albeit with slight differences, are dimensionally identical. At this point I would say there is no longer any doubt that the scale used by Pavesi is 1/72." Again, many thanks to Mr. Giampiero for all his help on this manufacturer.
La Belle F & CC Boxcar HOn3 Narrow Gauge - HO Scale Wood Kit, HO, HOn3-33
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$32
During the golden era of realistic train models, La Belle Woodworking Company created perhaps the very finest scale kits of early American passenger equipment. The kit features die cut hardwood parts (no balsa), carved floor and roof, underside details and truss rods, metal details, building instructions, full decals and full size plans. I have built these models and they look identical to the real prototypes. The kit has not been started and is complete with all parts, sealed smaller details and plans + instructions. Please read the article on this website about older HO train kits and the modeling revolution they caused in the late 1930s/1940s.
Merlin Models deHavilland Vampire T.11 Two Seater, 1/72, 17
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$38
Limited run kit with metal detail parts and decals. Nicely molded with recessed panel lines. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Pegasus Albatros D-III (Oef) 53 / 153 / 253 Series, 1/72, 1027
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$16
Limited run kit with cleanly molded, nicely detailed injection molded parts, many metal detail parts and decals. Never started. Factory sealed bag or 100% inventoried with all parts, decals and instructions present.
Czech Model Gotha Go-145 - Bagged, 1/72
Resin Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$24
Hard-to-find limited production craftsman kit. Czech Model (Czech Masters) kit are known for accuracy and fine, scale detail. Parts are cast in high definition resin and feature very fine recessed panel line detail. Kit is never started and complete. Due to the small size of some parts, these kits are recommended for the experienced model builder. Kit does not come with instructions, but assembly is very straight-forward. Decals must be furnished by the builder.
Czech Model Finnish Myrsky II Bagged, 1/72
Resin Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$24
Hard-to-find limited production craftsman kit. Czech Model (Czech Masters) kit are known for accuracy and fine, scale detail. Parts are cast in high definition resin and feature very fine recessed panel line detail. Kit is never started and complete. Due to the small size of some parts, these kits are recommended for the experienced model builder. Kit does not come with instructions, but has full drawings. Decals must be furnished by the builder.
SMER Ansaldo SVA5 (SVA-5), 1/50, 106
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Mint
$20
Factory sealed. The SVA-5 was a highly successful Italian WWI design that saw service up to 1929. The aircraft was very fast for it's time and the Italians wisely used it for stratigic recon and bombing. the SVA-5 flew legendary missions over 500 miles in length, returning with valuable photos. After the war, the aircraft was flown by Argentina, Brazil, France, Lithuania, Latvia, Holland, Peru, Poland, the Soviet Union, Spain and the United States. One even flew from Rome to Tokyo.
Clear Creek Models DSP&P C&S 27 Foot Box Car HOn3 Narrow Gauge - HO Scale Craftsman Kit, 1/87, 413
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$25
Still factory sealed. Excellent, highly detailed model features beautifully injection molded plastic main parts & very fine details, metal stock and full instructions.
Revell Hawker Typhoon MK IB - Ace Roland Beamont, 1/32, H266
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG
$74
Still factory sealed but the seal has drawn the box top concave at the top edge. Features full cockpit detail and hinged entry/exit door, detailed Napier Sabre Engine with removable engine cowl, movable wheels and prop and decals for British Ace Roland Beamont.
ITC Martin MB-2 Bomber, 1/78, 3725-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$25
Original issue from the late 1950s/early 1960s with the finest mold quality. This is an excellent model for that time and is still popular today. Molded in dark green and clear. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. The famous first bomber to sink a battleship under any circumstances. Billy Mitchell arranged to have the ex-WWI German Battleship Ostfriesland used as target practice for 6 MB2s, and the ship sank in 25 minutes.
Precise Douglas Bendix Royal Canadian Air Force Sparrow II Missile For The CF-105 Arrow
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$550
Very rare and historical piece from the CF-105 program weapons subcontractor, Douglas-Bendix. The Sparrow II was to be the weapons system for the supersonic CF-105 Arrow interceptor; please note the "R.C.A.F." on the body and Roundel on the fin. However, major problems prevented the Sparrow II from ever seeing operational service and played a small roll in the demise of the Arrow. Other systems were more expensive or less effective. The AWG-9 was offered, but was too costly. The Falcon was offered (and originally planned), but was not adequate. Thus this beautiful and capable aircraft was without a weapons system, which contributed to the ultimate cancellation. This very rare display model was made by Precise as a promotional item for Douglas and Bendix (the two main contractors). The missile is 6.5 inches long as is the clear base. It comes in the original shipping box with a two-sided information card on the missile. Condition is near mint - it has only been taken out of the box twice. Base upright reads 'Douglas Bendix Sparrow II'. No touch ups/repairs or cracks. Insurance required on shipping.
Revell USS John Paul Jones DD932 (Forrest Sherman Class), 1/320, H309
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc+
$119
Still factory sealed but the seal has a split. Very nicely detailed kit dated 1971. Measures over 15 inches long when assembled and features rotating turrets, elevating guns, torpedo tubes, radar, decals and flag sheet.
Revell Bristol Beaufighter MK IF Night Fighter - Milslides Issue, 1/32, 0251
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Good++
$68
Still factory sealed. This is the special 1985 issue produced exclusively for Milslides of England. From the original 1974 molds and a well detailed kit of this British night fighter with airborne interception radar. The Beaufighter was flown by aces such like Flt./Lt. "Cat's Eyes" Cunningham. His final score stood at 20 victories and his aircraft is depicted in this model. Kit features detailed Bristol Hercules engines, removable cowling, two flight crew, optional position landing gear, full crew cockpits and radar antenna. The seal has drawn the box top concave as shown.
Mach 2 Leduc 022, 1/72, GP003
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$48
Nicely molded for Mach 2 and features fine recessed panel lines, little to no flash and clear injection molded canopy. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes instructions. Please note that this kit did not come with any decals since the prototype usually had no markings. The final development of Rene Leduc's 1950s experiments with RamJet Power. The first experimental were the un-powered 010; these were the first aircraft to fly on ramjet power alone. Several accidents later, the program still showed promise so larger aircraft were built: the 021 and 022. The 021s completed their tests, and the unique 022 then flew 141 times. It has a centrally mounted turbo jet so it could take off on it's own power; 021 and 010 were carried aloft by a mother ship (Se-161). The turbojet in the 022 would accelerate it to ramjet operation speed. Fuel was stored in the round fuselage, but the ramjet consumed fuel so quickly that you had 10 minutes at the most at full power. The program was canceled in 1958 and Rene Leduc did not build further aircraft.
Airfix Eurofighter EFA, 1/72, 04036
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$16
1990 issue with 60 pieces. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.