Aurora Sopwith Camel Playcraft Issue - Bagged - (DVII), 1/48
Plastic Model Kit
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Still factory sealed. Very rare, late 1950s/early 1960s Aurora Great Britain Playcraft bagged issue. The original header is in 'Excellent' condition with clear tape around the 'hanger hole' as shown.
Aurora De Haviland DH-10 Bomber - Parents Magazine Seal Issue, 1/48, 125-198
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
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Dated 1957 with classic Jo Kotula box art. This is the edition with the Parent's Magazine approval seal on the box. The box is in 'very good++' condition with like new color and gloss, four solid corners and no tape or price tags. Flaws include general shelf wear as shown, a very light stain by the word 'Assembly' and another light stain on one side (the top long panel, lower part). Molded in the correct glossy dark olive drab, black and clear plastic. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Aurora Halberstadt CLII Factory Test Shot - (CL-II / CL.II), 1/48, 136-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
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Very rare. Factory Test shots were done in colorless plastic to confirm that new molds were ready for production. They seldom left the factory; most were destroyed but some leaked out, usually through employees. This model came from a long time collector and archiver/historian who sold it in the late 1990s; I obtained it from him. The first issue box, dated 1959 with 98 cent price extension has 'Famous Fighters' around the early oval sunburst logo, Parents' Magazine seal and Jo Kotula boxart. Since two different molds were used for the Aurora WWI kits, the main aircraft parts are in clear plastic and the black parts are made from black plastic. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Aurora Fokker D-VIII - The Flying Razor, 1/48, 135-69
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
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First issue from 1959 with fantastic Jo Kotula artwork, FF logo and Parents' Magazine Seal on the lower right. Please note that this box exists in two versions; one with the PM seal at the extreme lower right and one with it an inch or so to the left. A nice kit of the dreaded 'Flying Razor' of WWI. The D-VIII had what it took to turn the tide in the air, but was introduced too late and in too few numbers to make a significant difference. Molded in a metallic high-gloss green and black plastics. Kit has never been started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Aurora Gotha Bomber G-V - Parents Magazine Seal Issue, 1/48, 126-198
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
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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.
Aurora Albatross CIII - (Albatros C-III), 1/48, 142-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Mint
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Still factory sealed and in amazing investment-grade 'Mint' condition. The seal is intact. 1963 first issue with 'Famous Fighters' on the four box side logos.
Aurora Breguet 14, 1/48, 141-100
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc+
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Still factory sealed but the seal has split on the left short side and part of it is missing at that location. Dated 1963 and a nicely molded kit for the time.
Jo-Han 1969 Super Stock SC Rambler - Engineered By AMC / Hurst, 1/25, GC2500
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
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Very rare original issue which features detailed engine and engine compartment, opening hood, detailed chassis with full exhaust and rear suspension, full interior, separately molded trunk lid and more. Never started. Inventoried and NOTE: missing (2) headrest cushions. Otherwise complete with all other parts, decals and photocopied instructions (the original instructions are missing). The decals are in 'excellent++' condition. The ignition coil is a different color plastic but from an earlier issue of the same kit. Chrome plating and clear parts are in 'near mint' condition.
Jo-Han Fire Rescue Ambulance - (Cadillac Ambulance Detroit Fire Department), 1/25, GC-500
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
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Rare model from the 1960s. NOTE: builder only, please read carefully. Large, long wheel base kit that was very well detailed for that time. Features detailed engine and engine compartment, opening hood, steerable wheels, full front interior, rear compartment, opening rear door, molded in underside detail with separately molded front suspension, Molded in white, clear, chrome and black rubber tires. The kit has never been started. Inventoried and NOTE: builds the station wagon but missing most ambulance parts including hand rails, all emergency accessories (spotlights, flashes, siren, o2 tanks, stretcher, etc.), accelerator pedal, rear view mirror, radiator, two license plates and chrome cross insert for the side. Otherwise includes all other parts and photocopied instructions. It is missing the original instructions and decals. NOTE: one flat side rear glass is broken in two; fits back together perfect.
Pavla Kyushu K-11W Shiragiku - Bomber Crew Trainer and Kamikaze - Chimtao Kokutai China / Tokushima Kokuta Japan / Surrender Markings (Green Crosses), 1/72, 72007
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
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Limited production kit and probably the only 1/72 model of this aircraft. The injection molded parts have fine recessed panel lines, and the includes a fret of photoetched details and film instrument panel. Includes paint guide and decals for the three aircraft listed. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. This advanced Japanese bomber trainer carried as large of a crew as possible to cut down on training time. As it was succesful in this roll and had a large payload, an ASW version was planned and one assembled, but the prototype crashed and the program was not completed. Near the end the K-11W also served as a Kamikaze bomber.
Hasegawa A-7E Corsair II Colorful CAG Birds, 1/48, 09770
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
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Very highly detailed featuring 309 pieces, fine recessed panel lines, complete cockpit, optional position canopy, detailed gear wells and electronics bay with optional position hatch, detailed air inlet, optional position speed brake, folded or straight wing tips, optional position wing flaps and leading edge slats, weapons load and more. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Huma Model Focke Achgelis Fa223 Drache - (Fa-223), 1/72, 5000
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
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Very nicely molded and detail model of this WWII German Helicopter. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Along with the Fl-283, the Fa-223 can claim to be the world's first successful operating production helicopter. Professor Focke's 1937 helicopter was very successful; his follow on was the Fa 223. The type was accepted into production after extensive testing and deliveries were to made in 1944. The first bombing raid destroyed V4 through V10; production was moved and V12 through V17 left the production line. Further bombing attacks halted production. After the war France built an improved version called SE 3000.
Xotic-72 Imam RO-37 - WWII Italian Observation Airplane, 1/72, AU2016
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
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Limited edition injection molded kit. Very well detailed. Features a brass fret with many photoetched parts. Includes film instruments and a large decal sheet for three aircraft. Never started. Factory sealed bag with decals and instructions.
Sword TF-9J Cougar Vietnam And Blue Angels - H&MS-13 US Marines Vietnam 1967 / #142470 Blue Angels 1965, 1/72, SW72101
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
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The only 1/72 scale kit of this subject. High quality, limited production model features all fine recessed panel lines, resin ejection seats, excellent cockpit, opened or closed canopy, excellent intake and exhaust detail, complete gear wells and more. With a paint guide and extensive decals (with stencils) for both aircraft listed. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Airfix HMS Iron Duke Battleship - Type 4 Logo Issue, 1/600, 904210
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
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Still factory sealed and the 1984 issue from the original molds. It is full-hull and very nicely detailed like most all of the Airfix 1/600 scale ships.
MPC H.M.S. Repulse Battlecruiser - (ex Airfix), 1/600, 1-5253
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc+
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Still factory sealed. Dated 1984. Nicely detailed full hull kit from Airfix molds.
Jo-Han 1962 AMC Rambler American Convertible - Customizing Kit - Stock / Custom / Drag Or Track, 1/25, 5262-139
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair-
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Very rare original hardbox issue from late 1961/1962. Features parts for all three versions, detailed engine, opening hood, full interior and numerous custom and race parts and much more. Molded in very light tan, red-tinted clear, clear, chrome plate and with rubber whitewall tires, metal axles and metal body screws. The kit has never been started. The parts have been inventoried complete and includes 'excellent' condition instructions. NOTE: missing decals. The box is 'fair-' because of extensive bug damage to the lithograph; the box is not in collectible condition.
Lindberg Junkers JU-88, 1/64, 545-100
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
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Late 1950s/early 1960s hardbox issue with Gaedke artwork. Many operating features - detailed engines with removable cowls, retracting landing gear, movable control surfaces and full crew. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts decals and instructions. Lindberg is a company with a fascinating history The original 'Lindberg Line' stretches back to the 1930s when Paul Lindberg drew plans for famous modeling magazines and marketed his balsa wood 'stick and tissue' by urging dealers to carry the '...Complete Lindberg Line'. After the war, Lindberg and Olsen had a strong hand in early United States injection molded kit development. Please see the article located on this website about early USA plastic kit manufacturers.
Fujimi Ferrari Dino 246GT Late Type Enthusiast Issue, 1/24, 16
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: NM
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Superb kit featuring detailed engine that can also be displayed on a special stand, opening rear hood, excellent interior and instrument panel, movable front steering, detailed suspension, chassis and brakes, detailed front truck with spare, opening front bonnet, extensive decals for just about everything and more. Molded in gloss white, clear, medium gray, chrome plate, satin chrome plate and with rubber tires. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Tamiya IJN Taiho Aircraft Carrier, 1/700, 77050
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair
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This 1/700 scale waterline kit is very highly detailed and finely molded. Never started and the parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.