Plastic Model Kits: model airplane kits, Revell, Monogram, Aurora

Renwal Nieuport 17 Aeroskin Capt. G.M. Guynemer's Aircraft, 1/72, 265-79

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc+++

$42

Still factory sealed. Contains pre-colored Aeroskin fabric created to resemble fabric covered aircraft. No painting needed since all designs are printed on the fabric. You build the inner structure of the aircraft then cover it, similar to the construction of the actual aircraft. Has markings for Guynemer's aircraft.

Heller Le Redoubtable SSBN Submarine, 1/400, 301

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++

$26

First issue with no 'L' on the part number and 'Yellow' style box. Full hull kit featuring very fine raised and recessed hull detail, movable elevator, rudder and diving planes, counter-rotating props, decals and display stand. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. Even includes the original glue capsule.

Aurora USS Skipjack Submarine Phota-Scope Issue, 1/228, 614-180

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good

$125

Rare. 1970 issue featuring the Phota-Scope. In place of the nuclear reactor, Aurora put a tube that has a magnifying lens at the top and a film transparency of a submarine interior at the bottom. So when you lift the hatch, you looked through the magnifier to see the inside of the sub. It was an interesting idea, and Aurora extended Phota-scope to some tank kits around the same time. The kit has never been started. Inventoried with all parts, magnifying lens and tube, phota-scope picture, decals and correct instructions present. The box looks much better than the 'good' rating but is graded as such because there is a closed tear in the box top at the sail of the sub.

LS D4Y2 Type 12 Suisei 'Judy', 1/72, 3

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair

$24

Very early LS kit, most likely from the early 1960s. Even at this early date, you can see why LS quality became legendary. Features well molded parts with all fine recessed panel lines, retractable landing gear, opening bomb bay and dropping bomb and crew of two. The model has not been started. The parts are still in the factory sealed bags. Includes decals and instructions. LS was one of the earliest Japanese manufacturers to produce high quality kits. Some of the LS molds are still in use by Hasegawa as testament to the their detail and accuracy.

LS D4Y2 Type 12 Aichi Suisei Judy, 1/72, 103-100

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG

$20

Nicely molded kit. Features retracting landing gear, opening bomb bay and dropping bomb and crew of two. This kit has not been started. The parts are still in the factory sealed bag. With decals and instructions.

LS Mitsubishi C5M1 Ki-15 Babs - Civil 'Kamikaze', 1/72, 3

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+

$22

Very finely molded with excellent detail. Features full interior, detailed motor and crew of two. Very colorful civil decals. The model has not been started. The parts are still in the factory sealed bag with decals and instructions.

LS A6M2-N Rufe - With Beaching Trolley - (A6M2N), 1/75, 4

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+

$18

Very early LS kit with first logo and old box art. Even on this early kit (#4), the LS attention to detail is evident with recessed panel lines and fine rivet detail. Includes opening canopy, and extending/retracting flaps and movable ailerons. Includes beaching dolly. Never started. Either inventoried 100% complete or the parts are still in the factory sealed bag. Includes decals and instructions.

LS Mitsubishi C5M1 Ki-15 II Babs Army Type 97II - Reconnaissance Airplane, 1/72, 5

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++

$18

Very high quality kit. Excellent mold quality with all fine recessed panel lines. Features correct clear side windows and canopy, highly detailed cockpit, crew and rotating wheels and propeller. The model as never been started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. LS was one of the earliest Japanese manufacturers to produce very high quality kits. Some of these molds are still in use by Hasegawa as testament to the LS detail and accuracy.

LS Nakajima Ki-43-II Hayabusa 'Oscar' - (Ki43II Ki-43), 1/75, 2

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc

$26

Rare old LS kit in a high gloss box with very collectible artwork. Very early LS kit. Even at this early date, you can see why LS became legendary for it's quality. Features retractable landing gear, recessed panel lines, opening canopy, movable ailerons and two drop tanks. The model has not been started. The parts are either in factory sealed bag(s) or inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. Some of the LS molds are still in use by Hasegawa as testament to the their detail and accuracy.

LS Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero, 1/75, 6

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++

$30

Rare old LS kit from the late 1950s, the golden age of Japanese box art. Classic imagery of Zeros in a pitched air battle with F4Fs. Kit features working tail hook, operating rudder, ailerons and wing flaps, retracting landing gear, opening canopy and optional bomb or drop tank load. Never started. Contents are still factory sealed, but the stand shown on the instructions is not present. I have never seen the stand in this issue, so it may be a mistake on the instructions.