OK, I am not a Phantom Phreak, but I am a Phantom Phan. I have only built about 20 F-4s in the last 10 years. I also drove about 80 miles from home to Springfield, IL, to watch a couple of F-4Ds take off.

The chapters are:

• In the Beginning
• To Battle
• CAS, McCutcheon and Control
• The Toughest Years
• Golden Hawk Eyes
• Appendices

Also included are 30 color side view profiles of USMC combat Phantom IIs.

I found this book to be a wealth of information about the Marines’ deployments to Vietnam from 1966 to 1973. The chapters cover a unit’s deployment and a history which hits the high points of operations.

Background

Some of the most exciting racing can be found with American Sprint Cars. The series may also be called “The World of Outlaws”. These cars feature a high power-to-weight ratio and huge wings. These small cars race around dirt tracks and thrill crowds around the country. Steve Kinser has been one of the biggest stars in this series with over 550 “A” feature wins and 20 championships during his career.

This kit features the 2011 series markings of Steve’s car which was sponsored by Bass Pro Shops. This car features an eye-catching scheme of black, white, and a florescent red. Steve’s car owner is Tony Stewart.

Three riders on horseback, swords drawn with the colors flying, charging into battle. All sculpted by A. Gagarin, and Master Box has added another fine set of figures to an already impressive list. Molded in a light tan color, the semi-soft plastic is flash-free and needs only minor clean up. The set features three mounted figures on the attack with full combat gear. Each horse and figure has around 15-20 parts that fit nicely and is well balanced.

Bottom line, I highly recommend this to any modeler or Civil War buff. My thanks to Dragon Models USA and Master Box for the kit, and IPMS for the opportunity to review another fine product.