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Dragon PzBefWg Panther Ausf. G, 1/35, 9046

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Sealed Exc

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Still factory sealed but the seal has split at the right side as shown. Very highly detailed with 397 pieces

Revell 1908 Buick 10 Rumble Highway Pioneers, 1/32, H40

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: VG+

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1952 early issue molded in bright red plastic. This is from the issues produced by Gowland & Gowland as it carries their 'balloon' logo on the side. These issues feature the same 5 car artwork on every box; the only way to identify the contents was an ink-stamped name on the box ends. This kit has never been started. All parts are still sealed in the factory bag. Includes instructions. These kits have a fascinating history. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream and never made the top 10 list of boys activities. Spurred on by the nation-wide aviation craze in the 1920s, many became modelers and built flying or static wooden models of airplanes, ships, trains, automotive and other subjects. Basic kits existed, but many of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s when the Gowland & Gowland/Revell Highway Pioneers became the sales sensation of the year. Demand was so great that the factories could not keep up and almost overnight 'model building' was mainstream. The phenomenon of the 'Highway Pioneers' kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles fit the bill: they could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real cars. The success of the Highway Pioneers lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the late 1950s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys...and many adult males too!

Comet Boeing 707 Jetliner 367-80 Dash 80, 1/300, PL16-29

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Good+

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Very rare. Civil version of the 707 prototype. In the 1950s Comet made a beautiful line of small scale aircraft and missile models with colorful boxes. When Comet went out of business, these molds saw action for years with Aurora. This is the one-piece flip up box of the '707 - Dash 80.' And it is a nice kit of the famous prototype, the world's first commercially-successful airliner. Well molded with fine recessed panel lines in 'In-Flight' configuration with stand and prototype decals. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.

AMT Star Trek USS Enterprise - Also Yorktown / Valiant / Hood / Farragut / Excalibur / Intrepid / Republic / Constitution / Lexington / Potemkin / Constellation / Exeter / Kongo, 1/635, S951

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: VG+++

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Early issue from about 1970. Molded in light blue and green-tint clear plastic and contains decals for all the starships from the series. The kit has never been started. Internal factory sealed bag or inventoried 100% complete including decals and instructions. Decals are excellent as 'as-new'. Please read the article located on this website about saving old decals before you use these or any older decals.

Cobra Company PB4Y-2 Privateer Super Detail Set For The Matchbox Kit, 1/72, CC72019

Resin Model Kit,   Box Condition: VG+

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This is the ultimate set for upgrading the venerable Matchbox Privateer. Features a vast number of high-definition resin cast parts, clear parts and extensive, illustrated instructions. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes instructions.

Aurora Bell AH-1G Huey Cobra - Assault Helicopter, 1/48, 501-100

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Sealed NM+

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Still factory sealed and in amazing investment-grade condition. This is the first issue hardbox dated 1967. After the sales slow down in the mid 1960s, Aurora realized that it must put out higher quality models to compete; this AH-1G is one of those highly improved kits. Features very fine raised surface detail, very good dual cockpits, crew of two, external ordnance, rotating main and tail rotors and more.

Tamiya Gneisenau Battle Cruiser, 1/700, WLB120

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Exc

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1/700 scale waterline model that is very highly detailed and finely molded. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.

Revell 1903 Model A Ford Highway Pioneers, 1/32, H36

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Fair

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1952 first issue in the 'Series One' yellow box. This issue has no part number on the box and strangely does not have 'Parents' Magazine Seal' on the box sides. Also, there is no Gowland & Gowland 'balloon' logo on the side. These issues feature the same 5 car artwork on every box; the only way to identify the contents was an ink-stamped name on the box ends. Molded in gloss yellow plastic. This kit has never been started. The wax bag for the small parts is present but split open; the kit kit has been inventoried complete with all pieces present and includes instructions. These kits have a fascinating history. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream and never made the top 10 list of boys activities. Spurred on by the nation-wide aviation craze in the 1920s, many became modelers and built flying or static wooden models of airplanes, ships, trains, automotive and other subjects. Basic kits existed, but many of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s when the Gowland & Gowland/Revell Highway Pioneers became the sales sensation of the year. Demand was so great that the factories could not keep up and almost overnight 'model building' was mainstream. The phenomenon of the 'Highway Pioneers' kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles fit the bill: they could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real cars. The success of the Highway Pioneers lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the late 1950s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys...and many adult males too!

Revell 1903 Model A Ford Highway Pioneers, 1/32, H36-79

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: VG+

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1960 issue hardbox with full artwork; Highway Pioneers prior to this year simply had generic artwork and an ink stamped name on the box ends was the only way to identify the contents. This kit has never been started. All parts are still sealed in the factory bag. Includes instructions. These kits have a fascinating history. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream and never made the top 10 list of boys activities. Spurred on by the nation-wide aviation craze in the 1920s, many became modelers and built flying or static wooden models of airplanes, ships, trains, automotive and other subjects. Basic kits existed, but many of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s when the Gowland & Gowland/Revell Highway Pioneers became the sales sensation of the year. Demand was so great that the factories could not keep up and almost overnight 'model building' was mainstream. The phenomenon of the 'Highway Pioneers' kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles fit the bill: they could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real cars. The success of the Highway Pioneers lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the late 1950s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys...and many adult males too!

Aurora The Barnstormers Customizing Kit DH-4 and JN-4 Jenny, 1/48, 200-198

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: VG+++

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Rare one-and-only issue from 1960 that contains both the DH-4 and Curtis JN-4 Jenny. Aurora really went out of the way to make this a special kit; however, it did not catch on and was retired after only one year. Features completely new box artwork, a DH-4 molded in gloss dark green and black, the JN-4 molded in gloss bright yellow and black, great custom decal sheets for both aircraft and special 'Barnstormer' instructions for each aircraft. The kit has never been started. Both models are still in the factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. Instructions are both in 'excellent+' condition and the decal sheets are both almost completely flat with typical age yellowing as the only flaw.

Aurora Fokker DR-1 Triplane - 'Newsprint' Issue, 1/48, 105-79

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

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1964 issue. Still factory sealed.

Aurora Fokker DR-1 Triplane, 1/48, 105-79

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Sealed NM+

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Still factory sealed and in amazing 'Near Mint++' condition. Rare forth issue of this kit and most likely from 1958/ 59. Please note the Sunburst Logo with the 'Famous Fighters' in the border and the lack of a Parents' Magazine logo. Aurora retained the original, classic Jim Cox artwork from the '56 issue but painted out the rectangular logo, replacing it with the new one. For some reason, this and the second issue turn up far less than the others. Aurora experimented with a number of different plastics for sealing, and this is one of the thicker ones.

Revell 1913 Mercedes-Benz Highway Pioneers, 1/32, H54-98

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: VG+

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1960 issue hardbox with full artwork; Highway Pioneers prior to this year simply had generic artwork and an ink stamped name on the box ends was the only way to identify the contents. This kit has never been started. All parts are still sealed in the factory bag. Includes instructions. The box would rate slightly higher than the 'very good+' rating but it has some age foxing on the side panels. These kits have a fascinating history. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream and never made the top 10 list of boys activities. Spurred on by the nation-wide aviation craze in the 1920s, many became modelers and built flying or static wooden models of airplanes, ships, trains, automotive and other subjects. Basic kits existed, but many of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s when the Gowland & Gowland/Revell Highway Pioneers became the sales sensation of the year. Demand was so great that the factories could not keep up and almost overnight 'model building' was mainstream. The phenomenon of the 'Highway Pioneers' kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles fit the bill: they could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real cars. The success of the Highway Pioneers lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the late 1950s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys...and many adult males too!

Revell Fokker D-VII - Warbird Issue, 1/72, H632-50

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Exc++

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1964 issue in the early two piece box with framable artwork. This model is part of Revell's very popular line of 1/72 scale single-engined WWI and WWII aircraft. The line started in the early 1960s and was expanded through that decade. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.

Revell 1910 Model T Ford Highway Pioneers, 1/32, H32-79

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: VG++

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1960 issue hardbox with full artwork; Highway Pioneers prior to this year simply had generic artwork and an ink stamped name on the box ends was the only way to identify the contents. This kit has never been started. All parts are still sealed in the factory bag. Includes instructions. The box has light age foxing on the top and also on the sides. These kits have a fascinating history. Hobbies were nothing new to America in the 1930s/40s, but they were not mainstream and never made the top 10 list of boys activities. Spurred on by the nation-wide aviation craze in the 1920s, many became modelers and built flying or static wooden models of airplanes, ships, trains, automotive and other subjects. Basic kits existed, but many of these models were built from scratch, which demanded a high talent level developed from years of experience. That changed in the early 1950s when the Gowland & Gowland/Revell Highway Pioneers became the sales sensation of the year. Demand was so great that the factories could not keep up and almost overnight 'model building' was mainstream. The phenomenon of the 'Highway Pioneers' kits was a significant force in proving that model building as a hobby could have mass appeal, provided that the kits were easy enough to build and finish. These 1/32 scale vehicles fit the bill: they could be built in an hour after dinner and looked much like the real cars. The success of the Highway Pioneers lead to the production of other subjects in plastic and the effect was revolutionary. By the late 1950s, model building was the #1 past time of American boys...and many adult males too!

Fujimi Messerschmitt Me-109G-K - With Decals for Three, 1/48, P-1

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Sealed Exc

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Still factory sealed but the seal has splits. Very nicely molded kit with all fine recessed panel lines. Features detailed cockpit, numerous optional parts for different variants, bomb, drop tank, rocket or underwing cannon loadouts and more. Includes color painting guide, large and extensive decal sheet and more.

Fujimi Supermarine Spitfire Mk.V - 303 Polish Sq / ARF / JAK / FFD / Desert, 1/48, P-5

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Fair

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Nicely molded model that features all fine recessed panel lines, parts for three variants (A, B or C), cockpit detail and pilot figure and more. Includes a full color painting guide and avery large decal sheet for at least the four aircraft listed - perhaps more. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.

Monogram Thunderbirds F-100 - Super Sabre, 1/48, 5442

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Good

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Hard-to-find 1985 issue that includes a large, colorful decal sheet with complete Thunderbirds markings. Features full cockpit and wheel well detail, visible gun bay with optional hatch, realistic internal inlet, optional jet exhaust and refueling probe, optional position speed brakes and canopy, full underwing stores - missiles, drop tank - and boarding ladder with ground crew member. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. NOTE: a strip 1" deep and along the along the entire top of the decal sheet is stuck to the parts bag. It did not want to come off, so I did not remove it. Perhaps you will have better luck.

Revell Chance Vought Cutlass F7U-3 Famous Artist Series - with Sparrow Missiles - (F7U3), 1/59, H171-98

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: NM

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Rare 1960 Famous Artist Series hardbox with the artwork "Wings Over The Fleet" especially painted for Revell by artist Chuck Coppock. The box is in investment-grade 'Near Mint' condition with factory-new gloss and color, four solid, original corners, no tags or tag marks, no tears, no missing lithograph and no tape or tape marks. Flaws include very light and isolated wear. This model was the issue directly after the "S" issues and is from the 'S' molds with the AIM-7 Sparrow missiles and missile pylons added. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. This kit includes the Master Modelers Collectors Stamp for this kit and also the two larger full-color trading cards for the F7u-3 and USS Saratoga.

Dragon USS Belleau Wood CVL24 Escort Carrier, 1/700, 7058

Plastic Model Kit,   Box Condition: Exc

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Amazing kit with superb detail and over 190 pieces. Features parts for full hull or waterline versions, complete hanger deck, optional clear flight deck and hanger deck sides, Avengers and F6F Hellcats molded in clear, numerous PE parts and a display stand. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.