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Aurora Fokker D-VIII - Flying Razor, 1/48, 135-69

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good

$44

First issue from 1959 with fantastic Jo Kotula artwork, FF logo and Parents' Magazine Seal on the lower right. A nice kit of the dreaded 'Flying Razor' of WWI. Molded in a beautiful metallic high-gloss green and black plastics. There is no assembly but NOTE: there is some neat painting as follows: inside of cockpit cockpit parts; engine; pilot; horizontal and vertical stabilizers. There is no other painting. Inventoried 100% complete and includes decals and instructions. The Fokker D-VIII was a great performer but it came too late to change the tide of the air war. It started life as the Fokker E.V, one of the first warplanes to have the cantilever wing. This advancement was the result of a long-term Fokker project to perfect this technology. In addition to greatly reducing drag, a properly built cantilever wing is very light and strong. This wing was first used on prototype V17 and then on V28 which took part in the Second Fighter Competition (July 6-14, 1918) where the most experienced German front line pilots chose new fighters for late war service. V28 was chosen for it's excellent flying properties and 200 of the production aircraft, known as the Fokker E.V, were ordered. Over 289 aircraft were delivered. The E.V began front line service on August 5, 1918; Lt. Emil Rolff of Jasta 6 reported an aerial victory on August 17. However, the day before, an E.V suffered catastrophic wing failure. Two days later, the same failure cost Lt. Rolff his life. All E.Vs were immediately grounded. A detailed investigation showed that there were fatal defects in the wing assembly caused by slack manufacturing processes. Although it was not his fault, Fokker took this opportunity to re-design and strengthen the wing. Existing E.V aircraft received new wings and newly built aircraft were designated D.VIII. Modified aircraft made it back to the front in November, too late for service. However, the aircraft saw active service after that war with the Freikorps air units, the Polish Air Force against Russia, the Dutch Air Force and an unspecified number went to France and the USA.

Aurora Fokker D-7 - (D-VII), 1/48, 106

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good

$38

This is the 5th issue of this kit. It retains the original 1956 box art this kit is famous for. Molded in gloss dark green and black. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. Please note it is graded only 'good' due to the box top being drawn slightly concave.

Monogram B-25 Mitchell White Box Issue, 1/70, 6819

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+

$38

1973 Monogram-Mattel release of this classic 1950s Four Star kit. Ideal builder and ffeatures rotating wheels and propellers, side gun packs and cannon/machine gun nose, crew members, underwing rockets and boarding ladder. Molded in silver and clear. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.

Atlantis US Combat Task Force Set / Hornet Carrier / BB Washington / CA Canberra / CL Galveston / FF Dewey / DD The Sullivans / DE Powell / DD Barry / Attack Transport Navarro / Attack Cargo Rankin / LST Eddy County / SSBN Patrick Henry - (ex Renwal Task Force A A, 1/1200, R6300

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM

$38

Still factory sealed. This is a modern reissue of the originally rare Renwal Task Force "A" and "B" Ships. Includes all of the ships listed, which Renwal originally issued in two different sets labeled "Task Force A" and "Task Force B." Renwal did an excellent job on their ship models, so these are well detailed for such a small scale. Includes an excellent decal sheet which is a big improvement over the original issues. These are full hull (not waterline) models.

Atlantis Mercury Atlas Everything is GO - With Friendship 7 Capsule with Full Launch Base - (ex Revell), 1/110, H1833

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc++

$32

Still factory sealed. This recent reissue is from the original Revell molds of the single greatest model kit made for the Mercury Atlas program. Contains highly detailed Atlas/Mercury, launching pad, ramp, tractor transports, nitrogen tank and trailer.

Atlantis Boeing B-29 Superfortress - Dauntless Dotty Or FIFI - (ex Revell), 1/120, H208

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc

$26

Recent Atlantis reissue from the original 1950s 'Pre S' Revell molds. Perfect builder as it is molded in almost the exact same silver plastic as the original and even has the clear 1950s 'Globe' stand. Includes classic Revell 'Dauntless Dotty' decals or markings for the restored and flying FIFI. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.

Airfix Saab Viggen / Mig-21PF Fishbed D / Revell Rafale M / Trumpeter Su-34 Flanker / F-7MG, 1/144, 00103

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG to Exc

$24

SALE!! Includes all five kits. The viggen, Fishbed and Rafale are never started and parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. The two Trumpeter kits are never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.

Hasegawa F-4 Phantom II Egg Plane - Plus Phantom Boy Figure, NE15

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG

$22

This is one of the famous Hasegawa 'Egg Planes.' Features F-4 Phantom II 'Egg' version with pilot bust, clear canopy, air-to-air missiles, full landing gear and Phantom Boy figure. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.

Aurora Spad XIII, 1/48, 107-79

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc

$52

Second issue 'Famous Fighters' hardbox is dated 1957 with great Jo Kotula artwork. This is part of a popular and very successful series of 1/48 scale WWI aircraft that Aurora started in 1956 and added to well into the 1960s. Many of the line were in production right up until the demise of Aurora in the mid 1970s. Molded in correct olive drab and black plastic. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.

Lindberg Curtiss JN-4D Jenny, 1/48, 534-98

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+

$38

1950s issue with early classic box art by Ray Gaedke. This is a very fine model for that time and features a detailed engine, removable cowling, very good dual cockpits, two pilots, ground crewman, aircraft tail dolly, rigging drawing and more. Molded in a beautiful gloss yellow and clear. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. There is very light age foxing on the box top.

Lindberg Messerschmitt Me-262, 1/48, 538-98

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++

$36

1950s hardbox issue with dramatic Gaekdke artwork. Loaded with working features including jet engines with removable panels, retractable landing gear with working gear doors, working ailerons & rudder, detailed gun bay with opening covers, detailed main gear wells, pilot & mechanic figures, bomb load, hinged pilots canopy and more. Includes the famous Lindberg clear display stand as well. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Please NOTE that the kit display better than the 'very good++' rating but is graded as such because on the left short side there is a small price tag tear, about 1/2 the size of a standard price tag.

Revell Lockheed 1049 Super G Constellation - TWA - BAGGED, 1/128, H167

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: No Box

$25

NOTE: bagged kit; there is no box. The box is shown for reference only. 1974 issue from the original 'S' kit molds. Features optional position landing gear, rotating propeller and wheels and full color TWA markings. The kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete including 'excellent' condition decals and instructions.

RPM TWO Pz Spahwagen P204(f) With CDM Turret, 1/72, 72301

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Poor

$23

SALE!! Includes two kits in one box. Kit #1 is never started and the parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. Kit #2 is never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.

Heller Caudron C635 Simoun - Advanced French Light Aircraft from the 1930s, 1/72, 165

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-

$34

This highly advanced aircraft first appeared at the XIV Paris Airshow in 1934 . It was used successfully for many record attempts and was also pressed into service for WWII. This 1960s 'L' box style issue is well molded with recessed control surfaces, fine raised panel lines, very good cockpit and more. Includes markings and paint guide for two aircraft. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.

Tamiya Mazda 787B No.18 Le Mans 24 Hours 1991, 1/24, 24326

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: NM

$74

2012 issue that is highly detailed inside and out with a complete engine, full suspension, complete interior, tube frame, brake calipers and discs, removable rear deck and much more. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.

Cleveland North American B-45 Tornado - 26 Inch Wingspan Flying Wooden Model, SM-175

Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+

$72

Rare kit from 1953. The Simplex line was designed for those who desired flying models with true scale appearance but wanted to get into the air faster. They were not 'simple' as the name implies, but they were much easier than the highly realistic, true scale and complex 1/16 scale Cleveland offerings. This kit features shaped and cut out wood parts, many sheets of quality die-cut printwood, fully finished wheels, fully formed wire main and nose landing gear struts, clear plastic bombadier's nose and pilot's canopy still in 'mint' condition and perfectly clear (not yellowed), wood stock, factory cut stringers and spars as required, covering tissue and more. Includes a large sheet of full color decals (in amazing 'near mint' condition) and Cleveland's famous full size building plans. Never started. The small parts and hardware are still in the factory sealed wax bag; all other parts are inventoried complete with decals and plans/instructions.

Cleveland Westland Whirlwind Fighter - 36 Inch Wingspan Industrial Training Aircraft Kit, T-105

Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Good

$74

Rare first issue from 1944. Big scale model features high-quality printwood, factory-cut stringers & spars, balsa stock and blocks as required, fully formed wood main wheels & two thrust buttons, hardwood dowels for landing gear struts, wood and metal stock, four sheets of color insignia, clear canopy material, covering material and more. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts andC-D plans & instructions present. 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 supply 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.

Cleveland P-61 Black Widow - 36, T-155

Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: VG

$95

Rare three-foot wingspan flying model from 1943. The 'Industrial Training' models were Cleveland's response to a wartime need for simplified models that did not sacrifice realism. All of the Industrial Training models had a constant 3 foot wingspan and were essentially simplified 'SF' kits. The line was a big sales success during the war and was expanded from the original 6 kits to 11 total. This one features quality printwood sheets, factory-cut stringers and spars, two fully finished engine nacells, fully finished nose, main wheels & thrust buttons, hardwood dowels for gear struts, balsa blocks and other stock as required, clear material for nose, cockpit and rear blister, two sheets of color insignia and more. The model has not been started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts and includes Cleveland's world-famous full size plans with numerous building instruction notes. 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.

ICM TWO URAL-4320 Army Trucks And TWO ATZ-4-131 Fuel Bowsers, 1/72, 72611

Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Mint

$22

SALE!! Includes four kits total (two in each box). One URAL truck is never started and the parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. For URAL truck #2, NOTE: this kit has very minor, 'professional' quality subassembly as follows: one seat to floor. There is no other assembly. Inventoried 100% complete and includes decals and instructions. For the two ATZ-4-131 Fuel Trucks, both kits are never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.

Ace LAV-AT / LAV-25 / LAV-C / LAV-M / LAV-L, 1/72, 72405