Airfix Discovery, 1/144, 905
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
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Type 3 logo issue. Very highly detailed. Includes billowing sails, pre-made rat lines and full rigging instructions. This kit has not been started. NOTE: missing one crew member. Otherwise inventoried complete with all other parts, flags and instructions.
Fujimi Northrop F-5A Tiger Freedom Fighter - USAF or RCAF, 1/48, 5A 5-300
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
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Early Fujimi Mokei Issue with the high gloss box top and decals for both aircraft. Nicely molded. Includes many loadout options such as drop tanks, Bullpup missiles, 1000 or 750lb iron bombs, wingtip tanks or AIM-9 wingtip Sidewinder missiles. The model as never been started. The parts are either still in the factory sealed bag or have been inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Frog Northrop P-61 Black Widow 'Double Trouble' - Orange Series, 1/72, F170
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
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Very nicely molded kit with fine raised panel detail - no rivets. 61 parts. Features separately molded ailerons, elevator and rudders as well as optional position landing gear, crew and crew stations and detailed motors. This kit has never been started. It is either still in the internally sealed factory bag or has been inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. Frog is considered the father of injection molded model kits. The Lines Brothers opened Frog in 1932, capitalizing on the fever caused by Lindberg's solo transatlantic flight. Almost overnight the western populations became 'Air-Minded', and anything aviation was in high demand. Frog created a quality line of stick and tissue rubber powered aircraft and gliders as well as innovative ready-to-fly rubber powered aircraft that required no assembly. The box even contained a built-in rubber motor winder and fuselage holder. Model airplane flight competitions were popular in Great Britain, and one category was 'Rise Off the Ground', or ROG. By changing this to 'Flies Right Off the Ground', the FROG name was born. In 1936 Frog created a line of injection molded plastic models, the first such kit line in the world (Hawk sold a line of injection molded aircraft models in 1934 but they were factory assembled and painted). Named 'Penguin' after the bird that does not fly, the kits were innovative beyond the means of production. At a time when models were simply built by wingspan, the Penguin line was a constant 1/72 scale. Furthermore, a large 1/72 Short S.30 Empire class flying boat contained a full interior and lights! A line of accessories such as AA guns, tractors, hanger, ambulance, sound locator, searchlights and lighting kits were quickly added to the line. WWII caused a pause in production. After the war the box color changed from silver to green, and Penguin kits were also marketed in the USA. Production ended in 1950. Frog quickly expanded and released the Red, Blue, Orange, Black, Green, Gold Token, Spin and Comet series as well as Trail Blazers and several others. It is noteworthy that while most manufacturers in the 1940s/50 were making toy-like models, Frog attempted to make very realistic models. For example, 'detailing' kits with excessively large rivets was once very popular. Frog ignored this trend and continued to mold aircraft with fine panel lines and no rivets. As a result, Frog kits can be built into very realistic replicas. Production ended in the late 1970s, but Frog molds are still in use around the world.
Frog Heinkel He-219 'UHU' Owl - Night fighter Camo or Natural Finish - Green Series, 1/72, F177
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
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Very finely molded kit with 94 parts and realistic detail. Builds up to a nice model. Features separately molded ailerons, elevators and rudders, crew of two and decals/painting instructions for two aircraft, G9+FB finished in night fighter paint and a natural finish variant. This kit has never been started. It is either still in the internally sealed factory bag or has been inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. Frog is considered the father of injection molded model kits. The Lines Brothers opened Frog in 1932, capitalizing on the fever caused by Lindberg's solo transatlantic flight. Almost overnight the western populations became 'Air-Minded', and anything aviation was in high demand. Frog created a quality line of stick and tissue rubber powered aircraft and gliders as well as innovative ready-to-fly rubber powered aircraft that required no assembly. The box even contained a built-in rubber motor winder and fuselage holder. Model airplane flight competitions were popular in Great Britain, and one category was 'Rise Off the Ground', or ROG. By changing this to 'Flies Right Off the Ground', the FROG name was born. In 1936 Frog created a line of injection molded plastic models, the first such kit line in the world (Hawk sold a line of injection molded aircraft models in 1934 but they were factory assembled and painted). Named 'Penguin' after the bird that does not fly, the kits were innovative beyond the means of production. At a time when models were simply built by wingspan, the Penguin line was a constant 1/72 scale. Furthermore, a large 1/72 Short S.30 Empire class flying boat contained a full interior and lights! A line of accessories such as AA guns, tractors, hanger, ambulance, sound locator, searchlights and lighting kits were quickly added to the line. WWII caused a pause in production. After the war the box color changed from silver to green, and Penguin kits were also marketed in the USA. Production ended in 1950. Frog quickly expanded and released the Red, Orange, Black, Green, Gold Token, Spin and Comet series as well as Trail Blazers and several others. It is noteworthy that while most manufacturers in the 1940s/50 were making toy-like models, Frog attempted to make very realistic models. For example, 'detailing' kits with excessively large rivets was once very popular. Frog ignored this trend and continued to mold aircraft with fine panel lines and no rivets. As a result, Frog kits can be built into very realistic replicas. Production ended in the late 1970s, but Frog molds are still in use around the world.
Airfix Mitsubishi Zero A6M2 - IJN Navy, 1/72, 01028
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
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Fourth type logo. Never started. Factory sealed bag or inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Oriental Mokei Nakajima Type 97 Ki-27 Nate Motorized, 1/48
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
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Rare older Japanese kit from the late 1950s with high gloss box top. Beautiful and collectible box artwork. This kit includes all the hardware for motorizing but like most all kits of the period does not include the motor. The model features movable rudder, ailerons and elevators and is molded in a blue-green and ivory. The model as never been started. The parts are either still in the factory sealed bag or have been inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
UPC Kawasaki Ki-45 Nick (ex-Marusan), 1/101, 7033-39
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
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From Marusan molds. Very nicely molded small scale kit. The model as never been started. The parts are either still in the factory sealed bag or have been inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. UPC stood for Universal Powermaster Corporation which was based out of New York City, NY. UPC did not cut their own molds, but bought kits already molded from other manufacturers and re-boxed the kits in the USA. Scott Eidson, the famous artist best known for his artwork with Revell, also did UPC box art in the 1960s. All UPC production ended in the 1970s.
Revell Nieuport 28 - Great Britain Issue, 1/72, H653
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
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1960s Revell of Great Britain Issue. Never started. NOTE: missing one elevator brace, one inner wing strut and the decals. Includes all other parts and instructions.
Entex Lockheed L 500 / USAF C-5A Galaxy Worlds Largest Airliner, 1/144, 8213
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
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Rare and unusual kit of the short-lived civil version of the C-5A, or can be built as the US Air Force C-5A Galaxy. Contains decals for Pan Am version or the MAC C-5A. Large and well detailed kit. Molded by Otaki for Entex. Never started. Factory sealed bag or inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. NOTE: some areas of the Pan Am decals have small areas of damage on the blue stripes. All other decals are excellent.
Esoteric Supermarine Spitfire Mk.VIII/IX, 1/72, NAV-6
Multimedia Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+++
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Complete kit. Typical very high Esoteric quality. Kit features beautifully cast resin one-piece fuselage, one-piece wing, cockpit and other airframe details, dozens of photoetched parts, finely cast metal wheels, struts, propeller blades and much more, two vac canopies and a large decal sheet by Almark including all stencils and marking for several aircraft. This kit has never been started. It is either still in the internally sealed factory bag or has been inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
UPC English Electric BAC Lightning (ex-Marusan), 1/98, 7034-49
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
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From Marusan molds. Very nicely molded with very fine raised panel detail. Features clear canopy, complete landing gear and doors, drop tank and two SkyFlash air-to-air missiles. The model as never been started. The parts are either still in the factory sealed bag or have been inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. UPC stood for Universal Powermaster Corporation which was based out of New York City, NY. UPC did not cut their own molds, but bought kits already molded from other manufacturers and re-boxed the kits in the USA. Scott Eidson, the famous artist best known for his artwork with Revell, also did UPC box art in the 1960s. All UPC production ended in the 1970s.
UPC North American X-15 (ex-Marusan), 1/98, 7032-39
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
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From ex-Marusan molds. Nicely molded small scale kit with full landing gear and skid detail. The model as never been started. The parts are either still in the factory sealed bag or have been inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. UPC stood for Universal Powermaster Corporation which was based out of New York City, NY. UPC did not cut their own molds, but bought kits already molded from other manufacturers and re-boxed the kits in the USA. Scott Eidson, the famous artist best known for his artwork with Revell, also did UPC box art in the 1960s. All UPC production ended in the 1970s.
UPC Republic F-105 Thunderchief (ex-Marusan), 1/105, 7036-49
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
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Small scale kit from ex-Marusan molds. Older but nicely molded kit including clear canopy and full landing gear as well as full color decals. The model as never been started. The parts are either still in the factory sealed bag or have been inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. UPC stood for Universal Powermaster Corporation which was based out of New York City, NY. UPC did not cut their own molds, but bought kits already molded from other manufacturers and re-boxed the kits in the USA. Scott Eidson, the famous artist best known for his artwork with Revell, also did UPC box art in the 1960s. All UPC production ended in the 1970s.
Pyro Mercedes Benz SSK Sportswagen, 1/32, C348-125
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair++
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1966 Pyro issue from original molds. In the early to mid 1960s the Pyro company chose many of it's kit subjects based more on historical significance than popularity. Luckily for us, Pyro not only made these kits but did an excellent job for the time. The Pyro car models are based on the actual cars that Pyro engineers and designers had access to. Features detailed chassis, complete motor and interior and a removable hood. Molded in red and clear with chrome plated parts and rubber tires. This kit has never been started. It is either still in the internally sealed factory bag or has been inventoried 100% complete with all parts and instructions.
Nichimo Focke Wulf FW-190A-5, 1/65
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+++
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Late 1950s/very early 1960s kit with very collectible box art on the high gloss box top. Well molded with fine detail. Features working ailerons and rudder, rotating wheels, retractable landing gear, rotating prop, clear ice blue display stand and color decals. The model as never been started. The parts are either still in the factory sealed bag or have been inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Revell Martin B-26 Marauder Flak Bait, 1/72, H111-100
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+++
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1966 first release hardbox. Features movable props, wheels, guns and turrets - two detailed engines with removable cowls, optional position landing gear and a crew of 3. Never started. Factory sealed bag or inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. NOTE: box would be mint except for old original Kmart price tag in upper right corner.
Marks Models Sunny - 40 inch Wingspan Beginners RC Biplane
Wood and Metal Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
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Specifically designed for the beginning RC builder and flyer. For three channels. Features a significant amount of prefabrication and well-thought out illustrated instructions (instead of the typical 'plans only' kits). This model came from the estate of a very active and particular early aircraft kit collector. It is like factory-new inside and has not been started. Complete with all parts, plans and decals (if originally included). NOTE: this kit was factory packed in a rugged and sturdy box. The model will be shipped with this box only (no external box) unless you request otherwise.
Airfix Fiat G-91 R/1 - Japan Issue, 1/72, X-102-200
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
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Airfix Japan issue with great box artwork. Never started. Factory sealed bag or inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Master Modelcraft Supply Co Vought-Sikorsky F4U-1 - Wood and Metal Solid Airplane Model - (F4U1), 1/32
Wood and Metal Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
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This is a deluxe solid wood large scale (1/32) kit from the late to mid 1940s. The fuselage is completely carved and needs finishing only. All other parts are cut to outline shape and a metal three blade propeller, clear canopy material, metal wire, national markings and turned wheels are also included, as well as two large glass bottles of dope. There is a separate instruction sheet and plans. The instructions are from the US Office of Education and give a detailed procedure for making scale solid wooden models. The large full size plan sheet is well drawn and includes templates. This kit has never been started. It is either still in the internally sealed factory bag or has been inventoried 100% complete with all parts, national markings and instructions.
MPC Ski-Doo Nordic 371 Snowmobile and Ski-Boose Passenger Trailer, 1/12, 408-300
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
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Rare. 1970s issue in big 1/12 scale. Very well detailed. Features rotating soft vinyl track, 2 piece soft vinyl Ski-Doo seat, clear windscreens, turning handle bar, push bar, spring suspension skis, soft vinyl handle bar grips, rear hand bar, turning front skis operated by handle bars, vinyl drive belt, detailed instrument panel, complete engine, removable front hatch, working rollers and drive, tow hitch and Ski-Boose. This kit has never been started. It is either still in the internally sealed factory bag or has been inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.