Testors F-5A Tiger Freedom Fighter - USAF 10th Fighter Command Squadron Bien Hoa Vietnam 1965 / First Prototype Edwards AFB 1959 - (ex Hawk), 1/48, 521
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
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From quality ex-Hawk molds. Very cleanly molded 'A' variant of the famous aircraft features opening canopy, pilot figure, two AIM-9 Sidewinders, two 750 lb bombs and two Bullpup Missiles. Decals and paint guide are for the two aircraft listed. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Revell Lockheed ASW P-3A Orion, 1/115, H163-200
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
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1973 issue. This kit was created by heavy modification of the Electra mold. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. If you are interested in the story of the mold modification, please see the article located on this website.
Monogram Hawker Hurricane - Mk IIA/Mk IIB/Mk IIC/Mk IID/Mk IV - Four Star Issue, 1/48, PA90-98
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: NM
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Fantastic 'near-mint' condition first issue of this classic kit in the 'Four Star' hardbox dated 1964. This kit is part of a very successful 1/48 scale line of World War II kits that Monogram issued in the 1960s. Has all parts and decals to build any of the five versions. Will also make two additional versions - Mark IIA and Mark IIB as per the introduction on the instructions. Features a wide variety of guns/bombs/rockets and cannon, retracting landing gear and rotating prop and wheels. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions.
Aurora Lockheed C-141A Starlifter, 1/108, 376-250
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Poor
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1969 Big "A" logo hardbox issue and the first release of this model that is still the biggest injection molded Starlifter model ever made. This model is the product of Aurora's serious attempts to complete with Monogram and Revell; as a result, it is very cleanly molded with recessed detail enclosed wheel wells, clear cockpit windows, very good engine intake and exhaust, optional position landing gear, MAC decals and more. Since this is the first issue, it includes the large version of the old style Aurora clear plastic triangle 'globe' stand. It has never been started. Inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Monogram P-38J Lightning Richard Bong - Day Fighter / Droop Snoot / Night Fighter - Major Richard Bong WWII US Ace of Aces, 1/48, 5479
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
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Still factory sealed. 1992 reissue of the high quality 1960s Four Star kit. Comes with marking for Richard Bongs aircraft 'Marge', Droop Snoot 'Bomba-Dear' and night fighter 'Night Lightning' and parts for all three versions.
Comet Piper Cub J-3 - 25.5 inch Wingspan Gas or Rubber Powered Wooden Aircraft (J3), 1623
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
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From the early to mid 1970s. Large scale issue for rubber or gas free flight, or easily converted to RC using today's tiny and light servos and receivers. Box art is by Locher, who did a great deal of the Monogram box artwork also. Kit features traditional wood/tissue construction with all die cut parts, 'Tube-O-Matic' fuselage construction and 'Rugged Super X Simplified Non-Warping Wing' construction, colorful insignia sheet for civil or US Army versions, detailed full size plans with building instructions, die-cut printwood, factory-cut stripwood with leading and trailing wing edges, fully formed and finished wooden main and tail wheels & thrust button, hardware, tissue and plastic propeller. Never started. The small parts are still in the factory sealed bag; the parts that were never sealed are inventoried complete. Comet was a famous manufacturer of stick and tissue flying and static models. In the 1930s Great Depression, they lead the low-priced kit revolution with the "Dime Scale" kits and famous advertisements in Model Airplane News magazine and others. Comet reached it's peak in the 1930s when they acquired the services of Carl Goldberg. Goldberg was a highly accomplished modeler with articles in Model Airplane News and famous designs that won him several National level competitions in the 1930s and beyond. (Carl Goldberg went on to found his own company and produced well designed and popular free-flight and RC aircraft). Comet survived the post World War economic slump and continued kit production until they were bought out by long-time competitor Guillow's in 1998.
Revell Chevrolet Impala SS, 1/25, 6399
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
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Very nice model with 66 parts, detailed engine and compartment, opening hood, detailed chassis, full interior, and more. Molded in the correct colors (gloss black, clear, red-tinted clear, chrome plate and with rubber tires) so no painting is needed. Decals are extensive and include instrument faces. Never started. All the parts that were factory sealed are still sealed; the parts that were not (clear and chrome) have been inventoried complete. With instructions and decals.
Life-Like Corythosaurus Dinosaur - Ex Pyro Prehistoric Monsters, 09280
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
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From the early to mid 1970s and from the original molds dated about 1968. This one originally one of the eight popular Pyro Dinosaur kits. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes instructions.
AMT-Hasegawa North American F-100 Super Sabre - Hi-Vis or Camo US Air Force, 1/72, A692-130
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
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Still factory sealed. Includes markings for both aircraft. This kit is from quality Hasegawa molds and was part of a short-lived AMT marketing strategy in the 1970s.
Monogram First Lunar Landing - Apollo 11 Astronauts On The Moon, 1/48, 5503
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair+
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This is the second issue (1979 - 10th Anniversary Commemorative Issue) of this classic kit. It is widely considered the highest quality model kit available of the Apollo 11 moon landing scene. Features LEM, moon base, solar wind detector, seismometer, flag, astronauts, laser reflector, stereo camera, TV Camera, amber-tinted clear windows, gold foil with cut lines printed on the back, full painting and foil application instructions and more. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. NOTE: decals are flat and 100% intact and not peeling, but they have a dark stain on the backing paper due to moisture damage.
Monogram Huey Cobra Team - Bagged, 1/72, 6839
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair+
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1973 issue from the original 1968 molds. Includes two nicely molded Cobra kits and a special clear stand for both. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried and includes all plastic pieces, special stand and instructions. NOTE: missing decals.
Bachmann Birds of the World Woodpecker, 1/1, 9004-100
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
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Life-size kit of the Red-Headed Woodpecker. Unique kit contains paint in 6 colors, brush, clear eyes and 'tree branch' display stand. It has never been started. Inventoried and includes all plastic parts, glass bottle of glue (still good), paints, paint brush and instructions. NOTE: the order form part of the instruction sheet is cut out and missing.
Monogram Japanese Submarine I-19 with Glen Seaplane - (ex Aurora), 1/275, 3103
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
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From original Aurora molds. The I-19 is famous for firing history's most successful torpedo spread off Guadalcanal. On September 14, 1942, the I-19 was patrolling of the Solomons when the crew made visual contact with the American forces. After working into position, she fired a 6 torpedo spread. Three hit and sank the US Carrier CV-7 WASP, and the remaining three exploded against the BB North Carolina and the destroyer O'Brien. The destroyer sank and the North Carolina had to be repaired at Pearl till November 16, 1942. The I-19's Glen seaplane also flew night reconnaissance on February 23, 1942 over Pearl Harbor for the planned second attack by Emily flying boats on that base. She was depth-charged and sunk by DD-446 Radford on 11.25.43, off Makin Island. Large scale kit is almost 16 inches long when assembled. This is an excellent model for that time from Aurora's improved efforts of the late 1960s/early 1970s. Aurora knew that the older kits were outclassed and cut a new series of better molds including several ships, helos and subs. The result was higher mold quality and very good detail, such as this kit. Includes display stand, decals, periscope and cranes, Glen seaplane, conning tower and deck guns. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried and NOTE: missing one small part, #22. Easily made as it is simple cylinder with a flattened head. Otherwise complete with all other parts and includes decals and instructions.
Aoshima Aichi M6A1 Seiran, 1/72, 206-200
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
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1980s release from original mid 1960s molds. Neatly molded for the time frame. Features working ailerons, rotating propeller, crew of two and a display stand. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Monogram Mongoose - Tom McEwen's Plymouth Funny Car, 1/24, 6763
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
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Rare, original Monogram-Mattel first issue from 1970. This excellent model featurs full racing chassis, detailed engine and cockpit, tilt body and much more. Molded in the correct gloss red, dark blue, blue-tinted clear, chrome plate (near mint condition) and black. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes 'near mint' condition decals and instructions. The box would grade higher but please note that it has heavy edge wear along the top edge and a closed tear visible just above the 'oo' in Mongoose.
Franklin Mint Armour Collection F-86 Sabre Jet European Camo Finish, 1/48, B11B928
Metal Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
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Brand new, never removed from the box and complete. High quality die-cast model that is completely factory built and painted. Please note the canopy is present, but Franklin Mint shipped them off the model. You have to snap it on to install it. When I saw this kit had never been removed from the packaging, I did not open it. If any of the paperwork is important to you, let me know before you purchase and I will check for you. This is what Franklin Mint says about each of these models: "Each of our die-cast models are hand-assembled and hand painted to ensure quality and authentic detail. To create each exciting precision replica, our designers and engineers make exhaustive examinations of their subject from every conceivable angle; photographing, sketching and in many cases studying the actual plans. Months are spent sculpting a scale prototype that captures even the most intricate details. The result: A precision-engineered model of unsurpassed quality that you will be proud to own and display. Each is a masterpiece of the model maker's art, reflecting our passion for perfection, our total commitment to superb craftsmanship, and our abiding respect for quality and authenticity."
Revell 1900 Packard Highway Pioneers, 1/32, H33
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
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NOTE: builder kit only, please see below. Ex-Gowland and Gowland molds in the Highway Pioneers series from about 1954/55. Never started. Inventoried with all parts and instructions. NOTE: The box is old, but the kit inside is a recent reissue of the Highway Pioneers Packard by Dapol/Minicraft of the United Kingdom. Dapol did use the original molds and there is some flash.
Revell Kugisho P1Y1/2 Ginga Francis, 1/72, H103-1200
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
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1980 Revell Takara (Japan) issue. Contains parts and markings to make P1Y1, P1Y1a, P1Y2 and PI2-S. Features full interior detail, detailed engines, optional position landing gear, and open or closed bomb bay with different bomb or torpedo loads. The kit has never been started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Aurora Grumman S2F Hunter Killer Tracker, 1/54, 145-130
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: NM+
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1963 issue in investment-grade 'Near Mint+' condition. The box has only the lightest wear. This kit is from the larger of the two ex-Comet S2F molds and features retractable sonar dome and MAD boom, rotating propellers, clear search light and wing tip lights, underwing rocket load out and more. Molded in dark blue and clear. This kit has never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instruction sheet present.
Lindberg German Ju-87 Stuka Dive Bomber Motorized, 1/48, 306M-100
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
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Late 1950 motorized hardbox issue with Ray Gaedke artwork. Features pilot and gunner figures, one piece canopy, centerline large bomb and two wing-mounted smaller bombs, electric motor for the prop, display stand and battery holder with wires. Molded in gloss medium green and clear. Never started. The motor is still in the factory sealed bag; the model parts have been inventoried 100% complete including 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.