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Cleveland Globe Swift - 30 Inch Wingspan Balsa Flying Aircraft, IT-96

Wood Model Kit,   Box Condition: Good

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The kit came from a long time collector of 1930s and 1940s models and is in exceptional condition. All Cleveland kits were exceptionally complete and this one is no exception. Features very high quality balsa printwood and strip wood, covering material, highest quality plans, cut nose block, finished thrust button, main & tail wheels, carved prop blank, clear for windshield and more. 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 operating single-owner model airplane supply business, called 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 'Aviations 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.

Revell A-26B Invader - (ex Monogram Pro Modeler), 1/48, 03921

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Sealed VG

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Still factory 'round tape' sealed. Hard-to-find ex-Pro Modeler kit of the solid or 'gun nose' Invader in large 1/48 scale. Features full interior with all stations represented, optional position landing gear and bomb bay doors with detailed bay and weapons and more.

Aurora-KB Ferrari 250 GTO/64 Model Race Car - (Aurora), 1/24, 1803-700

Metal and Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: VG++

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Deluxe, large-scale model racing car designed for slot car track. Inside it is in factory-new condition with all the the parts still sealed in the plastic bubbles on the factory presentation cardboard. Features unique Challenger Sidewinder High-Torque, High RPM Motor, Superlite adjustable aluminum chassis with spring action swing pick-up, precision machined aluminum wheels with Posi-Lock hubs, special formula rubber Firestone sure-grip tires, complete hardware pack, K&B wrench, track pickup assembly and contacts, detailed red plastic one piece body with clear windshield, chrome details (including wheel covers), driver's bust and more. Completely factory sealed inside and includes all paperwork for assembly, the motor and 'mint' condition decals. The box displays better than the 'very good++' rating but is graded as such because there is a price tag tear on the right short side and slight damage to the lower edge (for 3/4" x 2/16") of the lower long side.

Revell Redstone Booster with Mercury Capsule, 1/105, H1832-100

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: NM

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Rare kit in the original and only issue 1961 hardbox. The box is in investment-grade 'Near Mint' condition. It has factory-new color and gloss, four solid corners, no creases, stains or tears, no missing litho and no price tags or tape. The only flaws are very, very light wear as shown. This kit was hurried into production after Shepard's First US Manned Space flight on May 5, 1961. Revell took the original Redstone kit, modified the molds to match Shepard's craft, modified the decal sheet and created the 'Newsprint' box. Contains Redstone Booster, Mercury Capsule, Launch Pad, Testing Unit, Escape Rockets and 3 man crew. Inside, the kit has not been started and is factory new. All parts are all paperwork are still in the Revell factory sealed bag.

Realspace 1/144 Saturn V Apollo Upgrade Section, 1/144

Resin Model Kit,   Box Condition: NM

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High definition cast resin upgrade for correcting the Monogram and Airfix Saturn V kit. Contains Apollo spacecraft, small maneuvering nozzeles and shroud. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes instructions.

Rareplane Fokker G-1 Reaper Dutch 1930s Fighter - Bagged, 1/72

Vacuform Model Kit,   Box Condition: NM

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High quality vac kit with fine detail. Fantastic late 1930's Dutch Fighter. It was a good as anything the Luftwaffe had and saw success during the invasion of the low countries, but it had not entered mass production so few were available. The kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete including instructions.

Tamiya M48A3 Patton, 1/35, 35120

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Sealed Exc++

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Still factory sealed. From very high quality molds and includes two figures and many scale accessories.

Fujimi CH-46E / CH-46F Seaknight, 1/72, H-5

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Good

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This kit is from when Fujimi set the world standard for model kit quality. Features all very fine recessed panel lines, full cockpit detail, complete cargo section with seats, optional position boarding doors, optional position rear cargo ramps and more. Includes decals for US Marines HMM-262 / HMM-161 / HMM-268. The kit has never been started. Internal factory sealed bag including decals and instructions.

Hasegawa Grumman EA-6B Prowler CVW-5 - Gauntlets VAQ-136 May 1991 USS Midway / VAQ-136 Oct. 1992 USS Independence / Play Boys VMAQ-2 US Marines / Black Ravens VAQ-135 USS America /, 1/72, SP105

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: NM

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Special issue with unique and standard decals dated 1993. Nicely detailed and molded model featuring 83 pieces, all very fine recessed panel lines, detailed cockpit, optional position canopies and crew boarding stair, detailed gear wells, ECM pods and more. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.

ESCI TWO Hanomag Sk.Kfz. 251/1 / Pz.Kpfw.II Ausf F / TWO WESPE 105mm Self Propelled Howitzer, 1/72, 8002

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Good+

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SALE!! Includes all 5 kits in the three boxes shown with decals and instructions. NOTE: Sold AS-IS and not inventoried. This collector was very meticulous and of his kits that I did inventory, 95% are complete. But he cut the sprue (trees) with the part numbers still attached to each number, so the parts are loose. Because of that, I have not inventoried these kits. NOTE: he very neatly built minor to major sub assemblies to "excellent++ to professional" quality. Most are minor, but occasionally there is major assembly. Again, these kits are sold not inventoried and AS IS hence the very low price.

Monogram T-28D Fighter Bomber - Four Star Issue - USAF or South Vietnamese Air Force 516th Fighter Squadron, 1/48, PA121-100

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Sealed NM

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Still factory sealed but the seal has split on the right side. Original hardbox issue dated 1965. Has many operating features. Canopy slides open, gear retracts, prop spins, and has instructor, student pilot and mechanic figures. Includes bombs, napalm tanks, machine gun pod and decals for the two aircraft listed.

Varney 40' Billboard Reefer Old Dutch Cleanser Car with Sprung Trucks - HO Craftsman Kit, 1/87, RW-1

Multimedia Model Kit,   Box Condition: Good

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Excellent kit featuring real sprung trucks and steel car sides and ends that are factory prepainted and lettered for Old Dutch Cleanser. The roof is also metal and factory painted. This issue has a plastic underbody that is factory mint - it has not warped. The kit has never been started. The small parts were factory sealed are still in the sealed envelope. The large parts were not factory sealed have been inventoried complete including instructions.

Airfix HMS Victory Lord Nelson's Flagship, 1/180, 09252

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Exc

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Very nicely molded and detailed with over 350 parts. Full hull model contains complete deck fittings, preformed scale ratlines, vacuform billowing sails, flag sheet, rigging instructions and more. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes flags and instructions. The Victory was started in 1759 and launched in 1765 for the Royal Navy. She gained fame as the flagship for Lord Nelson at the Battle of Trafalgar. The HMS Victory is the oldest naval ship still in commission, and is a museum ship in drydock at Portsmouth, United Kingdom.

O-Lin Beechcraft V35 Bonanza - (Later Lindberg), 1/48, 504

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Good

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Very rare and part of early United States Modeling History. O-Lin was founded in the 1930s by Paul Lindberg and a partner whose last name was Olsen. O-Lin initially specialized in flying wooden models. The first plastic kits appeared after WWII in the late 1940s and in the early 1950s the name was changed to Lindberg. This is still the only 1/48 scale model of the earliest Bonanza. Molded in gloss silver plastic and includes the correct teardrop shaped stand. The decals are in 'excellent' condition and include red stripes and registration. Instructions are also in 'excellent' condition. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Interestingly enough, there is a white and red flyer advertising that you can send in for a Lindberg Catalog! The address given at this point is 8050 N. Monticello Ave, Skokie, Illinois. The catalog is "Sixteen pages in beautiful colors of all models."

Hasegawa F-14D Tomcat CVW-14, 1/48, Pt12

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Sealed NM

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Still factory sealed. Very highly detailed model with 247 pieces. Contains injection molded parts with all fine recessed panel lines, photoetched and cast metal parts, real rubber tires and superb detail throughout.

Hasegawa Grumman F-14B Tomcat VF-102 Diamondbacks, 1/48, 09639

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Exc++

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Rare, limited issue dated 2005. Very highly detailed with 287 parts. Beautifully molded with all very fine recessed panel lines. Includes limited edition metal parts, rubber tires and photoetched details. The kit has never been started. Internal factory sealed including decals and instructions.

Minicraft Douglas DC-3 Eastern Airlines - Great Silver Fleet, 1/144, 14477

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Exc

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Dated 2001 and a fine, above average effort from Minicraft. Features extensive and very fine all-recessed panel lines and a colorful and extensive decal sheet for the box art aircraft. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.

Monogram Curtiss SB2C Helldiver - US Marines VMSB-224 'Baby II', 1/48, 6831

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: VG

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1983 issue of the classic 1961 'Four Star' kit. The molds were modified for this issue - the cockpit details have been improved. Has many action features: Folding wings, retractable landing gear, bomb bay opens and bomb drops (after swinging clear of the prop!), rear guns can be stowed or elevated, canopies open and close and the wheels and prop rotate. The group represented in this kit, VMSB-224, was the first US Marine group to fly the Helldiver in combat. The kit has never been started. The parts that were originally put in internal factory sealed bags are still factory sealed; the parts that never were sealed have been inventoried complete including decals and instructions.

Testors Porsche Carrera Targa Convertible, 1/24, 389

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Sealed NM

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Still factory sealed. Highly detailed kit with more than 160 parts. Features positionable front wheels, detailed engine and drive line, opening trunk, optional engine display stand, opening hood with detailed compartment, full interior and more. Molded in color, clear, chrome and with rubber tires.

Monogram Republic F-105G Wild Weasel, 1/48, 5806

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: VG++

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1982 issue. Well detailed kit of the two-seat Thud. Features full cockpit, optional position canopies, two Shrike Missiles, one ARM Anti-Radiation Missile and external tanks. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.