Airfix Great Western Ocean Liner, 1/180, 882-1800
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
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Large scale Japan issue. The Great Western was the first ship specifically built for the Atlantic Ferry Service and was designed by I.K. Brunel (who designed the Great Eastern). When launched in 1837, she carried 120 first class, 20 second class, and beds could be set up for an additional 100 if needed. The crew was 60 men. The first crossing of the Atlantic Ocean was in April of 1838 and took just over 15 days. After crossing the Atlantic 64 times, she ran for 10 years between Southampton and the West Indies before being broken up in 1857. The kit has never been started. NOTE: Missing one part, the rudder. This is a flat part that is well illustrated in the instructions- you can reproduce it fairly easily. I have included some thick plastic to help with that. Otherwise inventoried with all other parts, ratlines, sails, flag and instructions present.
Bandai Panzerkampfwagen V Panther G, 1/48, 8228
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc+
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Still factory sealed but the seal has splits. Rare kit that is part of the classic and highly detailed 1/48 Bandai Pin Point armor series. These kits are beautifully molded and feature full interior detail as well as flexible treads, many operating features and very detailed crew members that can be posed in almost any position.
Aurora Japanese Battleship Yamato, 1/600, 713-198
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
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First issue dated 1960 and with 'Famous Fighters' in the border of the logo. The box displays 'Near Mint' but is graded 'Excellent+' because there is a long, shallow crease on one long side panel and a small dent on the other long side panel. Very nice kit (at that time) of the world's largest battleship. Molded in gray. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes a big flag sheet (specific to this kit) and instructions.
Aoshima Aichi M6A1 Seiran, 1/72, 205
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
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Late 1950s/early 1960s rare early issue with a high-gloss box top and very collectible artwork. Very neatly molded for the time frame. Features working ailerons, rotating propeller, crew of two and a display stand. The kit has never been started. Internal factory sealed bag including decals and instructions.
Aeroclub Short 184 Floatplane, 1/72
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
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Very rare. Quality kit featuring excellent short-run injection molded main airframe and float parts, optional parts for different variants, numerous cast metal parts, airfoil strut material, full decals, a very large fold out showing three view drawings and markings and full instructions. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Italeri Grumman A-6E Intruder, 1/72, 041
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc+
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Still factory sealed.
Aurora SSN Seawolf - Atomic Powered Guided Missile Submarine, 1/242, 706-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: NM
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Hard-to-find 1962 hard box issue in investment-grade 'near mint' condition. Features bow and stern planes, dual props, sail with periscope/antenna cluster, missile tank, missile and launcher and display stand. Molded in black. Please note this is simply a re-box of the Aurora Nautilus kit with Seawolf decals and Aurora's 'dual purpose' instructions that are for both kits! This model has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Aurora SSN Skipjack Atomic Sub, 1/228, 711
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
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1972 'Big A' logo issue. Large scale kit of the teardrop hull high speed attack submarine. Features movable diving planes and rudder, retractable periscope and removable hatch that shows nuclear reactor compartment. Comes with display stand. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Modelcraft Noorduyn Norseman UC-64A - Floats/Skis/Wheels USAF, 1/48
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
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Large scale (1/48) Norseman. Well molded. Includes full interior and options for wheels, floats or skis. USAF decals. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Wilhelmshaven Ju-52 Lufthansa Cardstock Model - Bagged, 1/50, 1505
Cardstock Paper Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed
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Still factory sealed. Very large 1/50 scale, high quality cardstock kit. Features beautifully printed graphics - no painting required.
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Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed
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Guillows Nieuport 11 - 24 inch Wingspan for Free Flight or R/C Conversion, 203
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
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Purchased new on May 2, 1966 at Uncle Bob's Hobby Shop in Cleveland, Ohio. Large scale, well detailed kit. Can be flown rubber free flight, gas free flight, or converted to electric RC using modern small, light servos and receivers. Features quality die-cut balsa sheet parts, stripwood and sparts, die-cut plywood firewall for gas operation, light plastic cowl, pilot bust, machine guns, engine and more, scale plastic wheels, rubber motor, thrust button, plastic propeller, big sheet of full color decals, covering tissue and excellent full size plans with instructions. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete. Guillow's founder, Paul K. Guillow, was a WWI naval aviator. In 1926 he began producing wooden model airplane kits. His 'Shelf Models' were some of the earlier non-flying models in production. Guillow's grew during the model boom of the 1930s, and when the Depression hit the hardest, Guillow's responded with lower prices and became one of the low price leaders, frequently advertising in Model Airplane News and other leading publications. During the war, like most manufacturers, Guillow's was forced to alternative materials such as cardboard and pine. Guillow's survived the post WWII slump by creating many inexpensive profile flying rubber powered aircraft and gliders in the 1950s (along with North Pacific) which became famous - some are still available today. The stick and tissue lines have been updated with laser cut parts and are still in production as of 2009.
Airfix Lockheed P-38J Lightning Craftmaster Issue, 1/72, 1206-50
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
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Colorful Craftmaster artwork in excellent condition. Great color with four solid corners, no stains, tape or litho damage or tears. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Guillows Bristol Bullet - 18 inch Wingspan Rubber Powered Balsa Wood Kit, WW-7
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM
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Still factory sealed. One of a very popular line of World War 1 flying aircraft stick and tissue kits with 18 inch wingspan. Kit features scale plastic wheels, plastic propeller, light vacuform nose cowl, die cut balsa parts, colored tissue, rubber motor and full decals. Includes full size detailed plans. Guillow's founder, Paul K. Guillow, was a WWI naval aviator. In 1926 he began producing wooden model airplane kits. His 'Shelf Models' were some of the earlier non-flying models in production. Guillow's grew during the model boom of the 1930s, and when the Depression hit the hardest, Guillow's responded with lower prices and became one of the low price leaders, frequently advertising in Model Airplane News and other leading publications. During the war, like most manufacturers, Guillow's was forced to alternative materials such as cardboard and pine. Guillow's survived the post WWII slump by creating many inexpensive profile flying rubber powered aircraft and gliders in the 1950s (along with North Pacific) which became famous - some are still available today. The stick and tissue lines have been updated with laser cut parts and are still in production as of 2009.
Scientific Cutty Sark with Sails - 15 Inch Long, 174
Wood and Metal Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
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Very nicely done model. Measures 15 inches long when assembled. Includes completely carved hull, printed sheet parts, wooden stock, standing and running rigging material, colorful decal sheet, hardwood display stand, pedestals and metal name plate, metal detail castings (lifeboats, ladders, anchors, skylight, capstan, pump wheels, pump, wheel, bitts, windlass, etc) and chain, cloth sails, full sized plans, assembly and rigging instructions, a large sheet with five very nice photos of the completed model and more. The kit has never been started. The fittings are still in the sealed bags. The parts that were not factory sealed have been inventoried complete including decals and instructions.
Cleveland Hawker Hurricane and Supermarine Spitfire Flying Wood Models, 1/16, SF78 SF-73
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
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NOTE: builder kits only. Includes both models but they are incomplete. The come with the full size plans/instructions (excellent to near mint condition) all printwood, spars, stripwood and thick stock (thick enough for nose blocks, wing tips, etc). There are no other parts included. Never started.
Scientific Boeing F4B-4 1/2A U-Control Flying Aircraft
Wood and Metal Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
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Rare kit with 17.5 inch wingspan. In superb condition inside and out. Features a very large amount of prefabrication including a fully carved fuselage, completely formed upper and lower wings with airfoils, metal cowling and spun metal shroud, other factory carved parts, fully finished wheels, high quality die-cut balsa and plywood parts, die-cut plywood firewall, fully formed landing gear struts and other metal parts as well, sealed bag of small parts, very colorful and complete decals, a Scientific Catalog and full instructions. Never started and complete.
Quality Craft Models Sante Fe AT & SF Steel Sided Caboose - Brass HO Craftsman Kit, 1/87, 354
Wood and Metal Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
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Unusual kit that is primarily brass. Builds a very detailed prototype. Features two large sheets of photoetched brass which includes car sides, ends, roof, doors, cupola and more, cast white metal fittings, hardwood parts that are completely cut and milled to shape, detailed instructions and plans and very complete decals. The kit has never been started. The small fittings are still in the factory sealed bag. The parts that were not factory sealed have been inventoried complete including decals and instructions. Long after manufacturers turned to plastic ready-to-run rolling stock, Quality Craft continued to produce high quality models you could build. Headquartered in Northumberland, PA, they gave the craftsman an opportunity to build a state-of-art kit and show their skill.
United Scale Models Brass Sante Fe AT&SF Hudson 4-6-4 Locomotive and Tender - HO Scale, HO
Metal Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
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Beautiful United Scale Models of Japan all-brass locomotive and tender in exceptional 'near mint', factory fresh condition. Please note that it is in the wrong box; the train is a Hudson but the box says Berkshire. The factory paint and lettering on the locomotive is in mint condition. There are no missing or loose parts and no visible wear on the upper side. The underside is as clean as the top. It looks as if the engine was never run or only run for testing. The lettering on the tender is mint and the paint is 'near mint+++'. The only flaws are two very tiny paint chips on the aft hand rail. They could easily be touched up by hand. Both models are not even dusty because they were always stored in the plastic bags, then wrapped and placed inside the original boxes. This model must be shipped insured. Please note that 3463 still survives to this day and is one of two remaining AT&SF 4-6-4 Hudsons.
Bev-Bel 50' Railbox Angelina & Neches River Railroad - Wood and Metal HO Craftsman Kit, 1/87, 119
Wood and Metal Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
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Very high quality kit the builds a realistic prototype. Features completely cut, milled and scribed wood for all major box car parts, wood stock as needed (that will need to be cut to size only), metal ladders, car ends, brake parts, etc, full size plans, instructions and very complete decals. The kit has never been started. Some parts are still in the internal factory sealed bag and the rest have been inventoried 100% complete including decals and instructions.