Doug Cole
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AAV-7A1 Photo Etch SetPublished:
The ItemIf you want to bring your Amphibious Assault Vehicle-7A1model kit to the next level, this excellent photo etch detail set is just the thing for you. This extensive PE sheet has most of the appliqués that can be added to the kit to provide a fully detailed rendering of the AAV-7A1 vehicle. PE parts generally require certain tools to bend/and manipulate the parts for a good fit. You’ll find those at online and local hobby shops. Adhesion can be done in a variety of ways including thin cements, paint, or even floor polish, depending on the part’s requirements. This set comes with instructions and the parts are correspondingly numbered on the fret tree. All-in-all this set will definitely enhance the appearance of your AAV-7A1 truck. The Subject… more |
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SH-60B/F Seahawk Landing Gear SetPublished:
The ItemThis set was designed for the Kitty Hawk kit but because of the unavailability of that model, this set (with attachment point modifications) should work on 1:48 scale SH-60B kits made by other manufacturers. If you want to bring your 1:48 SH-60B/F Seahawk model kit to the next level, this excellent white metal cast detail set is just the thing for you. This 7-piece complete gear set not only provides sturdy, fully detailed landing gear replacements, but they are specifically designed to fit the attachment points of the Kitty Hawk model kit. Remove the parts from the casting stubs so as to avoid bending them. As with other SAC sets, there are minimal casting seams on the parts that will need to be removed. Simple scraping, filing, or sanding makes for… more |
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SAAB J32 Lansen Gear SetPublished:
The ItemIf you want to bring your 1:72 scale SAAB J32 Lansen model kit to the next level, this excellent white metal cast detail set is just the thing for you. This 5-piece complete gear set with struts not only provides sturdy, fully detailed parts replacements, but they are specifically designed to fit the attachment points of the Tarangus/Special Hobby, Heller models Remove the parts from the casting stubs so as to avoid bending them. As with other SAC sets, there are minimal casting seams on the parts that will need to be removed. Simple scraping, filing, or sanding makes for easy clean-up. After removal from the casting stubs, the parts can be carefully polished with a rotary tool brush, then primed and painted. Because of their malleable nature the parts can be… more |
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Nieuport XXIII Landing Gear Set & V-Main StrutsPublished:
The ItemIf you want to bring your 1:32 scale Nieuport XXIII model kit to the next level, this excellent white metal cast detail set is just the thing for you. This 9-piece complete gear set with struts not only provides sturdy, fully detailed parts replacements, but they are specifically designed to fit the attachment points of the Copper State Models kit. Remove the parts from the casting stubs so as to avoid bending them. As with other SAC sets, there are minimal casting seams on the parts that will need to be removed. Simple scraping, filing, or sanding makes for easy clean-up. After removal from the casting stubs, the parts can be carefully polished with a rotary tool brush, then primed and painted. Because of their malleable nature the parts can be gently bent… more |
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Nieuport XXI Landing Gear Set & V-Main StrutsPublished:
The ItemIf you want to bring your 1:32 scale Nieuport XXI model kit to the next level, this excellent white metal cast detail set is just the thing for you. This 9-piece complete gear set with struts not only provides sturdy, fully detailed parts replacements, but they are specifically designed to fit the attachment points of the Copper State Models kit. Remove the parts from the casting stubs so as to avoid bending them. As with other SAC sets, there are minimal casting seams on the parts that will need to be removed. Simple scraping, filing, or sanding makes for easy clean-up. After removal from the casting stubs, the parts can be carefully polished with a rotary tool brush, then primed and painted. Because of their malleable nature the parts can be gently bent for… more |
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Gnat T.1 XP505 ProbesPublished:
The ItemIf you want to bring your 1:48 scale Gnat T.1 XP505 variant model kit to the next level, this excellent white metal cast detail set is just the thing for you. This 3-piece complete probe set not only provides sturdy, fully detailed parts, but they are specifically designed to fit the ICM models kit. Remove the parts from the casting stubs so as to avoid bending them. As with other SAC sets, there are minimal casting seams on the parts that will need to be removed. Simple scraping, filing, or sanding makes for easy clean-up. After removal from the casting stubs, the parts can be carefully polished with a rotary tool brush, then primed and painted. Because of their malleable nature the parts can be gently bent for a proper profile and perfect fit. … more |
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Do 217J-1/2 Landing Gear SetPublished:
The ItemIf you want to bring your 1:48 scale Do 217J model kit to the next level, this excellent white metal cast detail set is just the thing for you. This 12-piece complete gear set with spats not only provides sturdy, fully detailed parts replacements, but they are specifically designed to fit the attachment points of the ICM Models kit. Remove the parts from the casting stubs so as to avoid bending them. As with other SAC sets, there are minimal casting seams on the parts that will need to be removed. Simple scraping, filing, or sanding makes for easy clean-up. After removal from the casting stubs, the parts can be carefully polished with a rotary tool brush, then primed and painted. Because of their malleable nature the parts can be gently bent for a proper… more |
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Studebaker US6 Cargo Photo Etch SetPublished:
The SubjectThe Studebaker US6 (G630) was a series of 2+1⁄2-ton 6×6 and 5-ton 6×4 trucks manufactured by the Studebaker Corporation and REO Motor Car Company during World War II. The basic cargo version was designed to transport a 2+1⁄2-short-ton (5,000 lb; 2,300 kg) cargo load over any type of terrain in any weather. Most of these were exported to the Soviet Union under Lend-Lease by the USA during World War II, since the competing GMC 6×6 CCKW design proved to be more suitable for Western Front conditions. (Source - Wikipedia) The ItemIf you want to bring your Studebaker US-6 Cargo Truck model kit to the next level, this excellent photoetch detail set is… more |
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Antonov AN-26 Decals with TeethPublished:
AN-26 History From WikipediaWhile the An-24T tactical transport had proved successful in supporting Soviet troops in austere locations, its ventral loading hatch restricted the handling of cargo. As a result, a version (An-26) with a retractable cargo ramp was designed that allowed the cargo deck to be sealed and pressurized in flight. The An-26 includes military equipment, such as tip-up paratroop canvas seats, an overhead traveling hoist, bulged observation windows and parachute static line attachment cables. It can be configured in 20-30 minutes from the troop transport or freight mission to the medical evacuation role with up to 24 stretchers fitted. The DecalsContinuing FOXBOT’S tradition of excellence from Ukraine, these decals are excellent… more |
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Tracks for Tiger (P), Ferdinand/Elefant, late (Late)Published:
About the Subject (from Wikipedia)“The Ferdinand was intended to supplant previous light panzerjägers, such as the Marder II and Marder III, in the offensive role. A similar gun was used in the lightly armored Hornisse (later known as Nashorn) tank destroyer, built at the same time. The Ferdinand/Elefant may have been the most successful mass produced tank destroyer employed during the war in kills per loss, reaching an average claimed ratio of approximately 10:1. During the Battle of Kursk, sPzJgrAbt 653 claimed to have knocked out 320 enemy tanks, for the loss of 13 Ferdinands. This impressive average ratio was due to its superior firepower and protection, which gave it an enormous advantage when used in head-on combat or a static defensive role (however note that… more |