Bill O'Malley
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Weathering SticksPublished: May 16, 2024 Green Stuff World Weathering Sticks are disposable sponge paint brushes that can be used to create stipple effects on models, similar to using bits of a sponge dipped in paint. The weathering sticks are like a pencil and in a much easier to use form than bits of sponges. The sponge material is enclosed in a white plastic sleeve, and the sponge can be pulled out and cut off to provide a new… more |
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American Expeditionary Forces in Europe, 1918Published: February 4, 2024 This box contains a compilation of several kits ICM previously issued individually. Included are 3 World War I vehicles and 2 figure sets. Most of the kits have previously been individually reviewed by IPMS USA:
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Ford GT40 Mk.II ’66, Part 3, EnginePublished: February 2, 2024 This Part 3 of the review of Meng’s GT40 Mk.II ’66 focuses on the engine and engine compartment of the GT40. A comparison is also made to the Trumpeter version of the GT40. Ford GT40 Mk.II ‘66Developed by the Ford Motor Company and Carroll Shelby to end the dominance of Ferrari in the preeminent 24 Hours of LeMans race, the Ford GT40 Mk.II become an iconic American built… more |
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Military ProvisionsPublished: July 16, 2023 Hauler is a Czech Republic company that produces high quality resin & photo-etched sets for AFVs, airplanes, cars, railway vehicles, accessories for dioramas and resin kits. Their products are available online or in the US from UMM-USA or from Stevens International through your… more |
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The G.I. Collector's Guide: U.S. Army Service Forces Catalog, European Theater of Operations, Volume 1Published: April 25, 2023 Henri-Paul Enjames started collecting uniforms and equipment of the American soldier in Europe during the 19 43–1945 period. He was fascinated by the power of the United States Army and how it supplied soldiers with the most modern equipment and uniforms. His collection includes items in the best possible condition, many with readable markings providing information about manufacture dates and… more |
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Stove and Barrel BrazierPublished: December 22, 2022 Hauler is a Czech Republic company produces high quality photo-etched sets for AFVs, airplanes, cars, railway vehicles, resin accessories for dioramas and resin kits. Their provides are available online or in the US from UMM-USA or from Stevens International through your local hobby shop. This diorama accessory set includes an… more |
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Plasticator Thick & ThinPublished: December 22, 2022 AMMO by Mig describes their new acrylic Plasticator as formulated for sealing porous surfaces such as wood, plaster, or ceramic to provide a plastic-like finish. The Plasticator is applied directly from the bottle with a brush. AMMO’s website provides demonstrations of how Plasticator can be used over plaster, wood, and foam to allow finishing with enamels, oil paints and washes. The… more |
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Building a 1/35th Scale Caterpillar Sixty Tractor, The Marmo Method Modelbuilding Guide # 16Published: November 9, 2022 Marmo’s Model Building GuidesRichard Marmo publishes model building guides for specific kits that provide greater insight than is usually included in the kit’s basic instructions. Richard uses photographs plus thorough written descriptions of his actual build to aid the modeler step-by-step building the kit. Richard‘s writing style is very informative and often includes humorous… more |
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Ford GT40 Mk.II ’66, Part 2, ChassisPublished: September 12, 2022 This Part 2 of the review of Meng’s GT40 Mk.II ’66 focuses on the chassis & suspension assembly of the Meng kit. Part 1 of the GT40 review included ‘What’s-In-The-Box’ and a comparison of the Meng kit to the… more |
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Phoenix Scale Modelling, April 2022Published: August 19, 2022 Phoenix Scale Modelling, April 2022, is the third issue of a new modeling magazine printed in the UK. Phoenix also publishes Scale Aviation Modelling, which focuses on aircraft models, and several series of books on aircraft, including modelers guides. Scale Modeller is also available in a digital format. The magazines are currently available at 250 Barnes & Noble stores for $12.99 with… more |