Go to any model show and you are likely to see numerous models of aircraft that took part in the Battle of Britain, from both sides. This new book from Pen and Sword offers step-by-step instructions for creating models of Battle of Britain fighters, complete with photos, historical notes and construction and painting tips and tricks for the beginner or intermediate modeller.

This handheld tool is designed to get into tight spaces like wing roots, intakes, or other tight or hard-to-reach spaces. It has four resin-like tips which are to be superglued to the tip of the tool, and sandpaper is to be attached to the tip with double-sided tape, or by using a self-adhesive sandpaper. I must admit that at first this seemed like a pain to set up, but it is very quick and easy. I tested the tip change out by removing the attached tip and prying it off with a hobby knife, and it came off cleanly and in one piece. I then glued on another tip, the one with the triangular point. I attached a small piece of sandpaper with double-sided tape and then trimmed the sandpaper to match the tip with my hobby knife, and the sander was ready to use.

Super Model International, published by Kagero, is a series of modeling magazines that focus on three to five build articles per issue. The magazines feature large high-quality photos, limited advertising and focus on the building, painting and or weathering process.

Issue number three has three build articles:

• 1/48 Tamiya D.520
• 1/32 Pacific Coast Models Hurricane Mk.1
• 1/32 Hobby Boss Spitfire Mk.Vb

There are three authors in this issue and a brief bio of each is presented on the back cover of the magazine.