Model Airplanes for adults
Dumas Stinson Reliant SR-10 - 30 Inch Wingspan Flying Model Aircraft, 304
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Good
$38
This is a modern and well designed stick and tissue flying scale model designed for rubber power; however, many builders have converted these kits to electric free-flight and even R/C. This large scale kit features hand-selected laser cut balsa, contest rubber and plastic propeller, vacuformed details, color decals, full size plan, hardware, lightweight colored tissue and full step by step instructions. The kit has never beens started. Inside, it is exactly as it left the factory. The small parts are still in the factory sealed bags; all other parts have been inventoried complete. Includes decals, plans and all paperwork.
Comet A-26 Invader - 30 Inch Wingspan Flying Model, 3501
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: VG+
$58
Mid to late 1960s stick-and-tissue large-scale flying model. Can be built as static, free flight or converted to electric R/C with modern light-weight components. I fondly remember building this kit and it looked excellent. Features several sheets of printwood, three sizes of strip wood, scale wooden propellers and hubs, plastic flying props, balsa blocks are required, fully carved and finished main & nose wheels and thrust buttons, metal propeller/rubber shafts, dowels as required, clear window material, full size stabilizer and nacelle to fuselage fillet patterns, window cutting patterns, insignia sheet, full size plans, instructions and tissue. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and plans.
Comet Vultee Vengeance - 20 Inch Wingspan Flying Balsa Airplane - Coke Bottle Issue, R6-59
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair++
$39
1950s issue flying model with the box art showing a Coke next to the young builders snack plate and finished product. Kit features traditional wood/tissue construction with 3 big sheets of high quality printwood, factory-cut stripwood & spars, wood stock as required, fully formed wheels, covering tissue, fully formed metal propeller shaft/rubber hook, fully formed hardwood thrust button, rubber motor, factory-carved balsa wood propeller (needs final sanding) and detailed full size plans that include building instructions, canopy frames and templates for fairings, insignia, etc. The model has not been started. Inventoried complete. The box is complete and has great color, but it is graded 'fair++' because it has heavy wear and a short closed tear. 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.
Dumas Gee Bee Model E - 30 Inch Wingspan Flying Model Aircraft, 302
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$36
Still factory sealed. This is a modern and well designed stick and tissue flying scale model designed for rubber power; however, many builders have converted these kits to electric free-flight and even R/C. This large scale kit features hand-selected laser cut balsa, contest rubber and plastic propeller, vacuformed details, color decals, full size plan, hardware, lightweight colored tissue and full step by step instructions.
Dumas Gee Bee Z Racer - 24 Inch Wingspan Flying Model Aircraft, 406
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG++
$36
Still factory sealed. This is a modern and well designed stick and tissue flying scale model designed for rubber power; however, many builders have converted these kits to electric free-flight and even R/C. This large scale model features hand-selected laser cut balsa, contest rubber and plastic propeller, vacuformed details, color decals, full size plan, hardware, lightweight colored tissue and full step by step instructions.
Dumas Curtiss P-6E Hawk - 17.5 inch Wingspan For Rubber Power or Electric And R/C Conversion, 219
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Mint
$28
Still factory sealed. Excellent wooden kit designed for rubber power but can also be converted to electric and R/C with modern small components. Features hand-selected laser cut balsa, contest rubber and plastic prop, vacuformed details, color decals, full size plan, hardware, lightweight colored tissue and full step by step instructions.
Dumas P-26 Peashooter - 17.5 inch Wingspan For Rubber Power or Electric And R/C Conversion, 223
Wood Model Kit, Box Condition: NM
$28
Excellent wooden kit designed for rubber power but can also be converted to electric and R/C with todays small components. Features hand-selected laser cut balsa, contest rubber and plastic prop, vacuformed details, color decals, full size plan, hardware, lightweight colored tissue and full step by step instructions. The kit has never been started. The parts that were factory sealed are still in the sealed bags. The parts that were not factory sealed have been inventoried complete including decals and instructions.
Frog Supermarine S-6B Racing Seaplane - (S.6B), 1/72, F164
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$34
Finely molded model of the classic racer that paved the way for the Spitfire. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Frog is considered the father of injection molded model kits. The Lines Brothers opened Frog in 1932, capitalizing on the fever caused by Lindberg's solo transatlantic flight. Almost overnight the western populations became 'Air-Minded', and anything aviation was in high demand. Frog created a quality line of stick and tissue rubber powered aircraft and gliders as well as innovative ready-to-fly rubber powered aircraft that required no assembly. The box even contained a built-in rubber motor winder and fuselage holder. Model airplane flight competitions were popular in Great Britain, and one category was 'Rise Off the Ground', or ROG. By changing this to 'Flies Right Off the Ground', the FROG name was born. In 1936 Frog created a line of injection molded plastic models, the first such kit line in the world (Hawk sold a line of injection molded aircraft models in 1934 but they were factory assembled and painted). Named 'Penguin' after the bird that does not fly, the kits were innovative beyond the means of production. At a time when models were simply built by wingspan, the Penguin line was a constant 1/72 scale. Furthermore, a large 1/72 Short S.30 Empire class flying boat contained a full interior and lights! A line of accessories such as AA guns, tractors, hanger, ambulance, sound locator, searchlights and lighting kits were quickly added to the line. WWII caused a pause in production. After the war the box color changed from silver to green, and Penguin kits were also marketed in the USA. Production ended in 1950. Frog quickly expanded and released the Red, Orange, Black, Green, Gold Token, Spin and Comet series as well as Trail Blazers and several others. It is noteworthy that while most manufacturers in the 1940s/50 were making toy-like models, Frog attempted to make very realistic models. For example, 'detailing' kits with excessively large rivets was once very popular. Frog ignored this trend and continued to mold aircraft with fine panel lines and no rivets. As a result, Frog kits can be built into very realistic replicas. Production ended in the late 1970s, but Frog molds are still in use around the world.
Frog Curtiss P-40 Tomahawk - Flying Tigers or RAF - Bagged, 1/72, F197F
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed Exc
$18
1970s issue that is still factory sealed. This quality kit features fine raised panel lines, recessed control surfaces, pilot figure, optional position landing gear, bell tank and more. Includes a multi-view color paint guide and decals for Hank Geserlbracht from the 2nd Pursuit Sqn, AVG, Toungoo Burma 1942 and F/Lt. Clive 'Killer' Caldwell DFC and Bar of the 250 Sqn, 262 Wing, Desert Air Force.
Frog Vengeance Mk.II A-32 - RAAF Royal Australian Air Force 24 Sq/10 Group or RAF 84th Sq India 1944, 1/72, F199
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$26
Red Series issue features parts and decals to make either aircraft and an excellent full color, 3-view paint guide for both aircraft on the bottom of the box. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Frog Swordfish Mk.1 - 810(TSR) Sq HMS Ark Royal 1041 or No. 701 Catapult Flight HMS Hood 1938, 1/72, F258
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$22
Final issue with the late 1970s Frog logo. Features basic cockpit (floor, seats crew members & elevating machine gun), detailed engine, optional parts for land or float-based sea operations, torpedo load-out and more. Includes decals for both historic aircraft and a color painting guide as well. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Frog is considered the father of injection molded model kits. The Lines Brothers opened Frog in 1932, capitalizing on the fever caused by Lindberg's solo transatlantic flight. Almost overnight the western populations became 'Air-Minded', and anything aviation was in high demand. Frog created a quality line of stick and tissue rubber powered aircraft and gliders as well as innovative ready-to-fly rubber powered aircraft that required no assembly. The box even contained a built-in rubber motor winder and fuselage holder. Model airplane flight competitions were popular in Great Britain, and one category was 'Rise Off the Ground', or ROG. By changing this to 'Flies Right Off the Ground', the FROG name was born. In 1936 Frog created a line of injection molded plastic models, the first such kit line in the world (Hawk sold a line of injection molded aircraft models in 1934 but they were factory assembled and painted). Named 'Penguin' after the bird that does not fly, the kits were innovative beyond the means of production. At a time when models were simply built by wingspan, the Penguin line was a constant 1/72 scale. Furthermore, a large 1/72 Short S.30 Empire class flying boat contained a full interior and lights! A line of accessories such as AA guns, tractors, hanger, ambulance, sound locator, searchlights and lighting kits were quickly added to the line. WWII caused a pause in production. After the war the box color changed from silver to green, and Penguin kits were also marketed in the USA. Production ended in 1950. Frog quickly expanded and released the Red, Orange, Black, Green, Gold Token, Spin and Comet series as well as Trail Blazers and several others. It is noteworthy that while most manufacturers in the 1940s/50 were making toy-like models, Frog attempted to make very realistic models. For example, 'detailing' kits with excessively large rivets was once very popular. Frog ignored this trend and continued to mold aircraft with fine panel lines and no rivets. As a result, Frog kits can be built into very realistic replicas. Production ended in the late 1970s, but Frog molds are still in use around the world.
Frog Douglas B-66 Destroyer - (ex Comet), 1/130, 379P
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc+
$79
Rare model that was issued in 1956 and even harder to find with an 'Excellent+' condition box Frog most likely leased these molds or bought the kit parts directly from Comet. The model is finely molded with all recessed panel lines and clear canopy. Includes the correct clear, two-piece, 'teardrop' base Frog stand. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Instructions are in 'near mint' condition and the decals are 'excellent+.'
Frog Fairey Gannet Mk.1 or Mk.4 - Luftwaffe or Royal Navy Red Series, 1/72, F228
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$26
1960s 'Red Series' issue of this famous line. Frog is the father of all injection molded plastic kits, which were called "FROG Penguin" because they did not fly. Production was well established before WWII; after the war, Frog very successfully picked up where they left off. This model kit features fine raised panel lines, recessed control surface outlines, pilot and crew busts, front and rear canopies, counter-rotating, four-blade propellers and more. Includes a full color, multi-view painting guide on the back of the box and decals for both aircraft listed. Never started. The parts are still in the internal factory sealed bags and includes decals and instructions.
Frog Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, 1/72, 390P
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG++
$48
Rare 1950s issue. This fastback Thunderbolt features all recessed panel lines, full landing gear, drop tanks, separately molded sets of four 50 caliber wing machine guns, rotating propeller and more. Includes the clear two-piece Frog 'teardrop' display stand and even the green glue capsule. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Decals and instructions are both in amazing 'near mint' condition.
Frog HS Buccaneer S.Mk 2A / S.Mk 50 - RAF No. 12 Sq Honington 1970 or South African SAAF No. 24 Sq Waterkloof 1970, 1/72, F238
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$22
1970s final logo issue. This fine kit features fine raised panel lines and recessed control surface outlines, steering nose strut, four anti-ship missiles on wing pylons, optional position landing gear, operating rotating bomb bay, folding wings and working arresting hook. Includes a multi-view, full color paint guide and decals for both Air Forces. Never started and inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. The Buccaneer was the world's first purpose designed low level 'below the radar' bomber. Low level strike aircraft have a shorter airframe life limit due to the stresses of low level flying, so the Buccaneer was designed to be very strong and even had many sub-assemblies milled from solid metal.
Frog Javelin FAW.9 / 9R All Weather Fighter Plus Airwaves PE Detail Set - RAF No. 64 Sq or No. 5 Sq, 1/72, F408
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: VG
$32
Includes the excellent Airwaves #AC72135 Javelin FAW9/9R PE Detail set. Includes a brass fret with very close to 40 pieces and a highly detailed cockpit. The actual model is the 1970s final logo 'Orange Series' issue which features decals and parts for both versions, fine raised panel lines, recessed control surface outlines, very basic cockpit, pilot and co-pilot, under wing missiles & drop tanks, optional position landing gear and more. The model has not been started. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions present.
Frog Spitfire 8/9 Fighter Bomber With PE & Resin Upgrades - 72 Sq 324 Wing Flt. Lt Emmanuel Galatzine 'Operation Dragoon' France 1944 or 447 Sq CO Sqn Ldr Bruce Watson Morotai Island South Pacific 1945, 1/72, F233
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Fair+
$19
Includes mint condition, factory-sealed Airwaves AC7217 PE Set (for detailing the cockpit and exterior of the aircraft), Squadron 9108 Chrystal Clear Canopy (two, mint condition) and True Details 72018 Spitfire Mk.I Through Mk.IX Wheel Set in resin. The actual kit is the final issue with the late 1970s Frog logo. Features parts and decals to build either version, very fine raised panel lines, pilot & seat, optional position landing gear, rotating propeller & wheels and more. Includes a full color painting guide for both aircraft listed.Frog is considered the father of injection molded model kits. The Lines Brothers opened Frog in 1932, capitalizing on the fever caused by Lindberg's solo transatlantic flight. Almost overnight the western populations became 'Air-Minded', and anything aviation was in high demand. Frog created a quality line of stick and tissue rubber powered aircraft and gliders as well as innovative ready-to-fly rubber powered aircraft that required no assembly. The box even contained a built-in rubber motor winder and fuselage holder. Model airplane flight competitions were popular in Great Britain, and one category was 'Rise Off the Ground', or ROG. By changing this to 'Flies Right Off the Ground', the FROG name was born. In 1936 Frog created a line of injection molded plastic models, the first such kit line in the world (Hawk sold a line of injection molded aircraft models in 1934 but they were factory assembled and painted). Named 'Penguin' after the bird that does not fly, the kits were innovative beyond the means of production. At a time when models were simply built by wingspan, the Penguin line was a constant 1/72 scale. Furthermore, a large 1/72 Short S.30 Empire class flying boat contained a full interior and lights! A line of accessories such as AA guns, tractors, hanger, ambulance, sound locator, searchlights and lighting kits were quickly added to the line. WWII caused a pause in production. After the war the box color changed from silver to green, and Penguin kits were also marketed in the USA. Production ended in 1950. Frog quickly expanded and released the Red, Blue, Orange, Black, Green, Gold Token, Spin and Comet series as well as Trail Blazers and several others. It is noteworthy that while most manufacturers in the 1940s/50 were making toy-like models, Frog attempted to make very realistic models. For example, 'detailing' kits with excessively large rivets was once very popular. Frog ignored this trend and continued to mold aircraft with fine panel lines and no rivets. As a result, Frog kits can be built into very realistic replicas. Production ended in the late 1970s, but Frog molds are still in use around the world.
Frog Westland Wallace - Red Series Issue, 1/72, F167
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Good+
$24
Red Series Issue from the 1960s and a very finely molded & detailed model for that time. I have seen this model built up and it is excellent. Never started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions.
Frog Martin 167 Maryland Reconnaissance Bomber French or South African, 1/72, F241
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Sealed VG+
$28
Still factory sealed and from the early 1970s. Like most Frog kits, this can be built to a very realistic model. Kit is very finely molded and contains no rivets - just fine panel lines. Features rotating turret, crew of three and some interior detail and optional position landing gear. Includes decals for Free French 'Nantes' GB II/20 North Africa and South African 24 Sq No 3 Wing North Africa.
Frog Bristol Beaufort Torpedo Bomber - Red Series, 1/72, F337
Plastic Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc++
$32
1960s issue that is very cleanly molded in gray. The original owner carefully kept the factory shrink wrap on the box top, making for an 'Excellent++' condition box. Features separately molded ailerons, rudder and elevators, crew, rotating top turret and very good engine and landing gear detail. Includes a clear display stand and a multi-view full color painting guide on the back of the box. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts and includes decals and instructions. Frog is considered the father of injection molded model kits. The Lines Brothers opened Frog in 1932, capitalizing on the fever caused by Lindberg's solo transatlantic flight. Almost overnight the western populations became 'Air-Minded', and anything aviation was in high demand. Frog created a quality line of stick and tissue rubber powered aircraft and gliders as well as innovative ready-to-fly rubber powered aircraft that required no assembly. The box even contained a built-in rubber motor winder and fuselage holder. Model airplane flight competitions were popular in Great Britain, and one category was 'Rise Off the Ground', or ROG. By changing this to 'Flies Right Off the Ground', the FROG name was born. In 1936 Frog created a line of injection molded plastic models, the first such kit line in the world (Hawk sold a line of injection molded aircraft models in 1934 but they were factory assembled and painted). Named 'Penguin' after the bird that does not fly, the kits were innovative beyond the means of production. At a time when models were simply built by wingspan, the Penguin line was a constant 1/72 scale. Furthermore, a large 1/72 Short S.30 Empire class flying boat contained a full interior and lights! A line of accessories such as AA guns, tractors, hanger, ambulance, sound locator, searchlights and lighting kits were quickly added to the line. WWII caused a pause in production. After the war the box color changed from silver to green, and Penguin kits were also marketed in the USA. Production ended in 1950. Frog quickly expanded and released the Red, Orange, Black, Green, Gold Token, Spin and Comet series as well as Trail Blazers and several others. It is noteworthy that while most manufacturers in the 1940s/50 were making toy-like models, Frog attempted to make very realistic models. For example, 'detailing' kits with excessively large rivets was once very popular. Frog ignored this trend and continued to mold aircraft with fine panel lines and no rivets. As a result, Frog kits can be built into very realistic replicas. Production ended in the late 1970s, but Frog molds are still in use around the world.