Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$36
Rare and from the early 1960s with Ray Gaedke boxart. These are small scale kits from ex-Busch molds. Well molded and detailed for that size and includes landing gear and color decals. The Me-109 is 1/132 scale and the Jungmeister is 1/122 scale. The kits have never been started. Inventoried and the Jungmeister is 100% complete but NOTE: the Bf-109 is missing the canopy. Otherwise complete and includes all other parts, decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$38
1977 issue of this unique, large scale kit of an unusual subject. Measures 17 inches long when assembled. This model is engineered for motorized for operation in the water and can easily be converted to R/C with modern, small components. Features one piece hull, detailed rocket launchers and deck fittings, life boats and davits, full, separately molded deck fittings, detailed superstructure, display stand, electric motor, hardware, decals, flag sheet and more. NOTE: this kit has minor, adult and very neat subassembly as noted: battery box; drive pulley halves. There is no other assembly. The kit has been inventoried and NOTE: missing (1) of (2) metal propeller shafts and (1) propeller. Otherwise complete with all other parts, decals and instructions present.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$26
This large scale model dated 1987 and is from the original 1950s molds. Features fine raised surface detail, counter-rotating propellers, pilot figure and boarding ladder. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. The Convair VTO was a Navy program for a high performance zero-length take off fighter. The aircraft flew well but transition from vertical/horizontal and back was tricky. This, combined with the performance of the new jets signaled the end of the program in 1955.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc++
$25
Still factory sealed and the 1988 issue from the original molds. The box art photograph is a built model of this kit, which is loaded with Lindberg action features including moving ailerons, elevator and rudder, four detailed turbojet engines, opening access panels in each wing, detailed main gear wells, rotating wheels, cockpit with pilot figures, scale truck with driver, scale jet fuel trailer, mechanic figure and more. Even includes the 1950s large, clear, round-based display stand. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. Decals are for the much-photographed XA930 which lead a very long and distinguished RAF career.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$22
1969 issue that is very well molded and vastly superior to it's contemporary, the Aurora SE-5. Features fine raised rib and panel lines and recessed control surfaces, pilot, detailed engine and removable cowling, wheel chocks, one ground crew member and a two-wheeled tail skid dolly for ground maneuvering. Molded in a beautiful gloss yellow & clear and includes decals for the box art aircraft. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$24
1988 issue from the original molds. The box art photograph is a built model of this kit, which is loaded with Lindberg action features including moving ailerons, elevator and rudder, four detailed turbojet engines, opening access panels in each wing, detailed main gear wells, rotating wheels, cockpit with pilot figures, scale truck with driver, scale jet fuel trailer, mechanic figure and more. Even includes the 1950s large, clear, round-based display stand. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. Decals are for the much-photographed XA930 which lead a very long and distinguished RAF career.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed NM++
$59
Still in the factory sealed. Rare in this condition and even more so with an investment-grade 'Near Mint++' box. These small scale jets are very rare and from Busch molds.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$58
1950s first issue in exceptional condition. This was a fine kit for that time which features very fine raised panel lines, recessed NACA inlets, vents and control surface outlines, retractable landing gear, opening canopy and missiles that actually launch from the central pod. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts/decals and instructions present. Please NOTE that the box displays 'mint' condition but is only rated 'excellent+' because there is residue from old tape (that has long since fallen off) at the center of both long side panels.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+++
$115
Very rare mid 1950s hardbox first issue with fantastic Ray Gaedke artwork. Even rarer in stunning 'Excellent+++' box condition. This is still the only 1/48 scale plastic model of the earliest 'V' Tail Bonanza. The kit features very fine raised and recessed surface detail, wing tip fuel fuel tanks, full landing gear and more. Includes a display stand, painting guide and decals for the box art aircraft (fuselage stripes are included). Molded in high-gloss silver plastic. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts decals and instructions present. The decals and instructions are both in 'excellent' condition.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$38
Early 1960s reissue from the original 1950s molds; Tom Morgan's work replaced the original Ray Gaedke box art. The Comet was the world's first operational airliner. The small scale model measures 7.5 inches long and features complete landing gear (which can be left off for an 'in flight' build), display stand and a long and complete decal sheet which includes fuselage side stripes w/windows, tail registration & 'Speedbird', BOAC text for the fuselage and wing fuel pods and upper/lower wing registration. Molded in white/ivory plastic. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. The scale given is my estimate based on measuring the fuselage of the aircraft; it is not prefectly accurate.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$34
This is the original late 1950s issue with fantastic Ray Gaedke box art and a fine kit for that time. In 1931, Post and Gatty flew the Vega 'Winnie Mae' around the world in 8 days, 15 hours and 8 minutes for a new world record. In 1933 Post tested a gyroscope automatic pilot and radio direction finder in another record flight lasting 7 days, 18 hours and 45 minutes. This aircraft is now in the Smithsonian Museum. the Lockheed Vega did see military service, with a few operated by the RAAF, Spanish Republic Air Force and USAAC. This model features moving control surfaces, cockpit detail, rotating propeller and wheels and more. Includes a clear display stand and very colorful and complete Winnie Mae decals. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$28
This large scale model dated 1987 and is from the original 1950s molds. Features fine raised surface detail, counter-rotating propellers, pilot figure and boarding ladder. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions. The Convair VTO was a Navy program for a high performance zero-length take off fighter. The aircraft flew well but transition from vertical/horizontal and back was tricky. This, combined with the performance of the new jets signaled the end of the program in 1955.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good-
$22
This 1982 issue includes Blue Angels decals and is part of Lindberg's 'Past and Present' Series. From the original late 1950s molds with all features that made the older kits special: movable ailerons, rudder & elevators, detailed engine with opening inspection panel, pilot with ejection seat, basic cockpit, and more. Includes a large & complete Blue Angels decal sheet with all strips and numbers for aircraft 1 through 6. Molded in blue and clear plastic. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$20
This is the 1987 issue from the original 1950s molds of this very early (probably prototype) Skyhawk. Features very fine raised panel lines, pilot and ejection seat, opening canopy, detailed jet engine, opening inspection panel, working rudder and ailerons, full landing gear, centerline drop tank, wing rockets and more. With a clear display stand and decals for VA-153. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc++
$65
Still factory sealed and rare in this condition. 1965 hardbox issue and the first motorized F-86 release with jet sound. Features electric motor, hardware, battery stand, full landing gear, two drop tanks, underwing missiles, pilot & ejection seat and more. 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.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good++
$50
Early 1960s Ray Gaedke artwork softbox issue. This is the only kit of the B-70 with retractable landing gear and also features moving rudders and elevons, optional position outer wing panels and the traditional clear Lindberg display stand. Never started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts decals and instructions. Please note that this kit has the twin vertical stabilizers like the real aircraft. Lindberg also sold a 'civil' XB-70 with the single tail configuration and TWA markings.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$42
This 1966 hardbox issue with Tom Morgan box art features raised & recessed surface detail where appropriate, motorized propeller action, pilot & student pilot figures, very good engine, rotating wheels and more. Molded in bright yellow and with clear windscreens. The kit has never been started. The motor parts are are still in the factory sealed bag and all other parts have been inventoried complete with decals and instructions. Please NOTE that the propeller has one broken blade; that blade is present and fits back perfectly for a straight-forward repair. The Stearman was the last standard biplane produced for the Army and Naval Air Forces. Production was over 10,000 planes, making if more prolific than any other US Biplane design. Kaydets help to train over 60,000 allied airmen in WWII.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
$36
This 2007 set includes both kits. The Merrimac measures just shy of 13 inches long and the Monitor measures 8.25 inches long. Never started. The two ships have been inventoried complete with all parts and instructions present but NOTE: the vacuform water 'battle display base' is missing. These are the two American Civil war ships that spelled the end of the wooden ship age. In March of 1862, the Merrimac put to sea to raise the Union Blockade off the James River. There she sank the Cumberland and Congress. The Monitor, the Union's only ironclad and the first turret ship, was rushed to the scene. The epic battle between the two iron-clad ships ended in a draw, with the Merrimac suffering a little more damage than the Monitor. The Merrimac was blown up to avoid capture; the Monitor sank in a gale in 1862.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$38
1950s issue with early classic box art by Ray Gaedke. Nice kit with detailed engine, removable cowling, full cockpit, two pilots, ground crewman and aircraft tail dolly. Includes the clear Lindberg 'teardrop' display stand. Molded in a beautiful gloss yellow and clear. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$24
From 1982. This is Lindberg's large-scale Cutlass from the original 1950s molds with Blue Angels decals. Molded in blue and clear plastic. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Please note that the box displays better than the grade given. It is graded lower because there is masking tape on the sides.
