Novo English Electric BAC Canberra B(1) Mk.8 or B(1)Mk. 12 - RAF No. 88 Sq Wildenrath W. Germany 1960 or South African No. 12 Sq. Waterkloof 1969 - (ex-Frog), 1/72, 78090
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$24
From original Frog molds. Like most Frog kits, this model does not have out-of-scale rivet detail but has very fine panel lines only, which makes it easy to build up to a very realistic model. Includes parts and decals for either version. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Aurora SE-5 Scout, 1/48, 103-69
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$55
First issue from 1956 with Northern Lights logo. This logo only appeared for one year. In 1957 it was replaced with the famous oval 'Famous Fighters' Sunburst logo. The artwork is by Jim Cox. Molded in glossy olive green and black. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. This kit was one of a very famous line of 1/48 scale WWI aircraft kits introduced by Aurora at this time. Due to the popularity, subjects were still being released into the 1960s.
Aurora German Sea Raider Atlantis - The Rattlesnake Of The Ocean, 1/456, 710-249
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$795
First issue hardbox is dated 1959 and has the "Famous Fighters" in the oval 'Northern Lights' logo. This is the only kit made of the infamous German WWII converted merchant raider which was the subject of several books and a major movie called 'Under Ten Flags.' The long WWII voyage was legendary, and the ship is well represented in this full-hull model. Covers can be removed to reveal hidden guns, torpedo tubes and the Ar-196 float plane. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present. The box is graded 'excellent+' which is rare. It has very nice color and gloss, four solid corners, no repairs, fading, staining or tears, no tape or tape marks and no price tags or tag marks. Flaws include light general wear, edge wear (as shown at the top) and corner wear. NOTE: this kit must be shipped insured. From modeler Stephen Payne: I recommend that the builder or collector of this kit add the following books to their collection-The German Raider Atlantis by Captain Bernhard Rogge & Wolfgang Frank & Sea Raider Atlantis, Story of a German Surface Raider by Ulrich Mohr & A.V. Sellwood. The first book is by the ATLANTIS commander, Kapitan zur See Bernhard Rogge. He oversaw the transformation and outfitting in Bremen and captained the ship during her 602 day operational voyager which sank or captured 22 ships totaling 144,384 t (142,104 long tons). Rogge also was one of the few German officers of flag rank who was not arrested by the Allies after the war due to the way he had exercised his command of Atlantis. Captain J. Armstrong White, captain of the British CITY OF BAGHDAD, which Atlantis sank in July 1941, stated, "His treatment of prisoners left respect, instead of hatred."The second book is by the ATLANTIS First Officer, Ulrich Moher. Both books read much the same as the events related are the same, but it is interesting to see these events from the two perspectives. Captain White (see above) wrote the foreword to Atlantis, the Story of a German Surface Raider, written by U. Mohr & A. V. Sellwood.The German auxiliary cruiser Atlantis (HSK 2), known to the Kriegsmarine as Schiff 16 (SHIP 16) and to the Royal Navy as Raider-C, was a converted merchant vessel to German Hilfskreuzer (auxiliary cruiser) used for commerce raiding. Commerce raiders did not seek to engage warships, but rather attack enemy merchant shipping; the measures of success are tonnage destroyed (or captured) and time spent "at large" holding up enemy resources. Atlantis had the longest raiding career of any German commerce raider in either world war.
Pyro Ford 1932 Model B Roadster, 1/32, C287-50
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$38
Late 1960s 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. This model is well detailed and the box states that it can be converted to a 'road racing' or slot car. Has optional soft top up or a boot for the top down. The kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete including instructions.
Hasegawa P-51D Mustang Pacific Theater, 1/48, JT113
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$36
Dated 1995 and with 118 pieces. Very highly detailed and superbly molded with all very fine recessed panel lines. Features very highly detailed cockpit and landing gear wells, under-wing load-outs, two piece canopy and extensive decals. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Airfix Dornier Do-217 E.2, 1/72, 383
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$22
Very early T2 (Type 2) logo issue from the 1950s. Kit features movable elevators, rudders and ailerons, elevating gun and rotating turret, cockpit detail, four crew members and rotating wheels and props. NOTE: kit has minor assembly. Crew and cockpit have been very neatly assembled. There is no other assembly and no painting. Missing one mud guard. Otherwise inventoried with all other parts present including decals and instructions.
Hasegawa Mitsubishi G4M2E Type 1 Betty Model 24 Tei With MXY7 Ohka Model 11, 1/72, K2
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG++
$44
Still factory sealed but the seal has split at the center. Very well molded but older model kit features Betty Bomber and Ohka with ground stand/parent aircraft mounting dolly. Includes markings for 4 aircraft; three are Ohka launchers. The fourth is one of two unique Betty's that flew to meet the Allies for surrender in 1945. These aircraft are white with large green crosses.
Aurora Sopwith Camel, 1/48, 102-69
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$56
From about 1959. Rare and seldom seen true third issue, numbered 102-69. Aurora blotted out the rectangular Northern Lights logo with yellow and applied the 'new'(for 1957) 'Famous Fighters' sunburst oval logo and no '69' price circle and no Parents' Magazine seal. Aurora retained the colorful Jim Cox box art from the original 1956 issue. (Mr. Cox was Aurora's first box artist; please read his biograpny on this website) This model is part of a very successful WWI aircraft line in 1/48 scale that Aurora introduced in '56. The line sold so well that kits were added to it into the 1960s. Molded in the glossy olive drab green and black. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
AV USK Hawker Typhoon IB - Bagged, 1/72, AV1005
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$16
Limited edition injection-molded kit. Well detailed with all fine, recessed panel lines, good cockpit detail, clear vac canopy and full decals. Never started. All parts are either still in the factory sealed bag or it has been inventoried complete with all parts. Includes decals and instructions.
Aurora Gotha Bomber G-V - Parents Magazine Seal Issue, 1/48, 126-198
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$85
First issue dated 1958 with 'Famous Fighters in the sunburst logo, Parents Magazine seal and the 1.98 price circle at the upper right. Jo Kotula, a famous commercial aircraft illustrator, painted the stunning artwork. Molded in a stunning gloss deep burgundy and black. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. This model is part of a very successful 1/48 scale WWI series that Aurora started in 1956. They sold so well that they introduced new kits almost annually well into the 1960s. Some sold well right up until the end of Aurora in the mid 1970s.
Hasegawa Focke-Wulf FW-190 A-8 - Lt. Rudi Linz Staffelkapitain 12/JG5 Early 1945 Norway / III/JG301 Late 1944 Stendal Germany, 1/72, AP3
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$22
Finely molded with all recessed panel lines, very good cockpit, two piece optional position canopy, detailed gear wells, centerline drop tank and detailed painting guide and decals for both aircraft. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Tamiya Sturmgeschutz IV Sdkfz163 - With Eduard Zimmerit PE And Aber Metal Gun, 1/35, 35087
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$52
Includes the following aftermarket sets in never used, complete condition: Eduard 35483 Zimmerit For SdKfz163 Stug IV (this is a very large PE set) and Aber Gun Barrel Set #35L-60n German StuK.40 L/48 7.5cm Barrel With Late Model Muzzle Brake for StuG IV early and III Ausf G late (includes many metal parts and PE parts as well.) The actual model is very well detailed and molded. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Hasegawa F-4F Phantom II - Luftwaffe JG72 Westfalen Special 2001, 1/72, 00820
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
$42
Very highly detailed kit from newer tooling. Features all very fine recessed panel lines, very well detailed cockpit and ejection seats, optional position canopies, detailed gear wells, decals for the colorful aircraft shown on the box top and more. The kit has never been started. Internal factory sealed bag including decals and instructions.
Easy Built Models Monocoupe 90A - 40 inch Wingspan R/C Flying Aircraft Model, FF-81
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$68
Very large scale kit that could be converted easily to RC. High quality modern stick and tissue style model featuring 9 sheets of balsa printwood, factory-cut stringers and spars, balsa nose blocks, hardwood and metal round stock as needed, factory-sealed pack of metal hardware, clear window material, rubber motor, covering tissue and large, detailed plans. The model has not been started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts present.
Special Hobby P-59 A/B Airacomet, 1/72, SH72058
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$32
Finely molded with all recessed panel lines, excellent cockpit, PE details, detailed gear wells, drop tanks, injection molded canopies and decals for P-59A "Smokey Stover" No. 44-22610 and P-59B "Reluctant Robot" No. 44-22633. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Guillows British SE-5 - Shelf Model Series - 7 Inch Wingspan, 25H-6
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$24
This is one of the "Shelf Model" series by Guillow's and works out to roughly 1/46 scale. These early 1950s models were a new concept designed compete with the 'solid' scale models of the time. Instead of the usual tedious carving and sanding, Guillow's advertised on the box side that "The Die-Cut Parts Go Together Like Magic!" Features all die-cut parts on five sheets of balsa, wood stock as required, metal propeller, metal wire for the landing gear and comprehensive text step-by-step instructions, full size drawing, exploded drawing, cut out insignia and rudder flash, instrument panel and many more details. The wingspan is 7 inches. This is an all balsa kit and no tissue is needed. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and all paperwork.
Modelkrak Miyako 1899 - Unprotected Japanese Cruiser, 1/700, MKs-J025
Resin Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$36
Finely cast resin waterline model that includes PE parts and illustrated directions. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes instructions.
Hasegawa Mig-27 Flogger D, 1/72, 1143
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$14
1980s issue features operational swing wings, detailed landing gear, gear wells & cockpit and a good selection of air-to-air or air-to-ground stores. Includes decals and paint guide for both aircraft shown in the box photo. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Victor Stanzel & Co Interceptor 50 Inch Wingspan Free Flight Airplane
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair++
$79
Very rare from around 1941. The Interceptor is a gas free-flight design for the Ohlsson 19 or 23 motor. The box is complete but worn as shown. It is the original box. although the paper label is gone (you can see where it was originally) Includes full size plans, materials list, printwood, balsa wood strips, spars and blocks, plywood, carved-to-shape wheels, metal rod, screws and covering material. The kit has never been started. It is inventoried 100% complete using the materials sheet. Plans and materials sheet have some bug damage (as shown in the photo) but are fully usable.
Continental Model Airplane Co Giant ROG (R.O.G.) - Balsa Wood Flying Airplane, X24
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$29
From the mid to late 1930s. New old stock from a closed down hobby shop. Because they are in 'new' condition, the end flaps and tabs are in great condition with no tears or rips. I was the first one to open them and did so very carefully to avoid all damage. Features 18 inch wingspan, quality pre-cut balsa wood stock, fully carved hardwood wheels, metal stock for tail skid and landing gear, partially carved prop blank (needs sanding), rubber band (very old and no longer usable), color insignia sheet, tissue paper and detailed, full size plans that include instructions. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes instructions.