IPMS Number
46287
Dave Koukol
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Star Trek U.S.S. Reliant NCC-1864 Aztec Decal SetPublished: November 18, 2021 BackgroundAs featured in the movie Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, Federation starship USS Reliant was the vessel commandeered by the despotic Khan Noonien Singh, a late 20th century superhuman product of genetic engineering. Khan first appeared in an episode of the original Star Trek TV series, “Space Seed,” where he and his crew were discovered in… more |
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Star Trek U.S.S. Reliant NCC-1864Published: January 21, 2015 BackgroundAs featured in the movie Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, Federation starship USS Reliant was the vessel commandeered by the despotic Khan Noonien Singh, a late 20th century superhuman product of genetic engineering. Khan first appeared in an episode of the original Star Trek TV series, “Space Seed,” where he and his crew were discovered in… more |
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Hyundai AzeraPublished: January 14, 2015 BackgroundManufactured in Korea and marketed as a “premium sport sedan,” Hyundai’s Azera shares the marketplace with Toyota’s Avalon, Ford’s Taurus, and Lexus’ LS 350. The KitEngineered to be built without paint or glue, Academy’s Azera seems targeted for the casual builder, beginning modeler, and the full-size Azera owner. Although targeted for less-experienced… more |
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U.S. M1 57mm Anti-Tank Gun on M2 Carriage (Late Version)Published: December 28, 2014 BackgroundAs the United States found itself drawn into World War II, it was clear to Army commanders from the outset that their standard 37mm anti-tank guns were obsolete in the face of German armor. Pressed for time to field a suitable replacement, the British 6 pounder was adapted to the needs of the US Army. Although considered too heavy by many elements of the US Army, and… more |
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Airbrush Cleaning MatPublished: December 26, 2014 Finally! Yes -- finally a product to relieve the angst of modelers worrying about losing or damaging delicate and precision parts during the dreaded airbrush cleaning process. It’s simple, it’s attractive, and it’s ingenious – it’s Iwata’s Raised Ridge Airbrush Cleaning Mat. Although, unfortunately, it does not clean your airbrush for you, it provides a soft, durable surface with a… more |
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LED MagnifierPublished: December 26, 2014 Ever wonder what kind of condition your airbrush needles or nozzles are really in? It’s tough to tell without some magnification help (more than your garden-variety optivisor) and some good lighting. As part of its expanding line of cleaning accessories, Iwata has introduced a 30/60X magnifier with LED lighting to provide a one-tool solution to satisfy that need. Although my sample’s… more |
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T-38A Talon 'Holloman AFB' (Premium Edition)Published: December 23, 2014 BackgroundThe world’s first and most-produced supersonic trainer, the Northrop T-38A Talon has trained over 5,000 military pilots since its introduction to service in 1961. Of the nearly 1,200 T-38A’s produced, the US Air Force continues to operate over 500 of the type as of 2014, of which most will be upgraded to T-38C configuration with new wings and improved avionics, including… more |
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Audi R8 Build & PlayPublished: December 17, 2014 BackgroundThe production Audi R8 was named after the manufacturer’s 5-time LeMans winner and was first marketed in 2006. Featuring a mid-mounted 4.2 liter V8 engine, generating 420 brake horsepower enabling a top speed of over 180 miles per hour, the R8 is truly a super sports car. The KitConsisting of 13 pieces in pre-painted metallic orange and flat black; clear… more |
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U-Boat Aces – Limited EditionPublished: October 30, 2014 BackgroundCharacterized as the longest naval battle in history by British Prime Minister Sir Winston Churchill, The Battle of the Atlantic was conducted from the outbreak of war in Europe in 1939 through the defeat of Nazi Germany in 1945. Crucial to the survival of Great Britain was the island nation’s ability to receive military and general material aid from North America via the… more |
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Half Moon Sailing ShipPublished: October 27, 2014 BackgroundThe Half Moon, captained by Englishman Henry Hudson under commission to the Dutch Republic, was charged with covertly finding a westerly passage to China in the early 1600s. In 1609, Half Moon sailed into what is now New York Harbor and later sailed and explored the mid-Atlantic region as far south as the Chesapeake Bay. The KitOriginally… more |