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Phantom Airframe Data (Stencil Type)

Published: April 2, 2020
Company: AOA Decals

This decal sheet provides the extensive F-4 Phantom airframe data (including panel numbers/labels) for either an F-4B or F-4J. The airframe data provided is the painted (open stencil) type of markings commonly seen in the mid/late 1960's into the early 1970's on reworked USN/USMC F-4B and F-4J Phantoms (illustration shows the F-4J but the F-4B specific markings are provided).

Note that… more

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Tiger I German Army Heavy Tank Eastern Front, Summer 1943

Published: March 28, 2020
Book Author(s): Dennis Oliver
Company: Pen and Sword Books Ltd

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The Tiger I tank, probably the most famous German armoured vehicle of the Second World War, might have been a war-winning, break-through weapon if it had been produced in sufficient numbers and if it had been introduced earlier on the Eastern Front, before the balance of strength had tipped towards the Soviet Union. At the Battle of Kursk there were not… more

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A-26B-15 Invader

Published: January 10, 2022
Company: ICM

Brief History (from Wikipedia)

The Douglas A-26 Invader (designated B-26 between 1948 and 1965) is an American twin-engined light bomber and ground attack aircraft. Built by Douglas Aircaft Company during World War II, the Invader also saw service during several major Cold War conflicts. A limited number of highly modified United Sates Air Force aircraft served in Southeast Aisa… more

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F-4J Phantom - Base Kit Construction, Part 1

Published: February 26, 2020
Company: Zoukei-Mura

Brief History (Exerpts from Wikipedia)

The McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II is a two-seat, twin engine, all-weather, long-range supersconic jet fighter-bomber and interceptor originally developed for the United States Navy by McDonald Aircraft. It first entered service in 1960 with the Navy. Proving highly adaptable, it was also adopted by the United States Marine Corps and the… more

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F-4J Phantom New Ware Exhaust Masks, Part 4

Published: April 22, 2020
Company: Zoukei-Mura

The Kit

Refer to Part 1 for the base construction of this fine model kit.

Aftemarket Accessories Used

Several months ago I had the opportunity to review the New Ware exhaust mask set that I had originally planned to use on a Zoukei Mura F-4S Phantom sometime later. However with the opportunity to build and review the "J" version I decided now is the time to utilize… more

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AFV Stryker Dragoon

Published: February 10, 2020
Company: AFV Club

Brief History from Wikipedia

The IAV (Interim Armored Vehicle) Stryker is a family of eight-wheeled armored fighting vehicles derived from the Canadian LAV III. Stryker vehicles are produced by General Dynamics Land Systems Canada for the United Staes Army. It has 4-wheel drive (8×4) and can be switched to all-wheel drive (8×8). The vehicle is named for two unrelated U.S. soldiers… more

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F-4J Phantom Hypersonic Models Stabilator Upgrade, Part 3

Published: February 9, 2020
Company: Zoukei-Mura

Hypersonic Modele Stabilator upgrade $8.67

Hypersonic Models Web Site: https://www.hypersonicmodels.com/products/1-48-resin/

The Zoukei Mura Kit

Refer to Part 1 for the construction of this fine model kit.

There have been a number of positive reviews for the Zoukei Mura F-4 Phantom series of… more

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F-4J Phantom and New Ware F-4J/S Phantom EXPERT Canopy Masks, Part 5

Published: February 6, 2020
Company: Zoukei-Mura, New Ware

The Zoukei Mura Kit

Refer to Part 1 for the base construction of this fine model kit. New Ware masks are part NWAM0332 and cost $8.62

Aftemarket Accessories Used

Several months ago I had the opportunity to review the New Ware Expert Kabuki canopy mask set that I had originally planned to use on a Zoukei Mura F-4S Phantom sometime later. However with the opportunity… more

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F-4J Phantom with Hypersonic Models Canopy Upgrade, Part 2

Published: February 27, 2020
Company: Zoukei-Mura

Aftemarket Accessories Used

Several months ago I had the opportunity to review the following Hypersonic Models aftermarket accessory set that I had originally planned to use on a Zoukei Mura F-4S Phantom. However with the opportunity to build and review the "J" version I decided now is the time to utilize this set. Since the Zoukei Mura Phantom has had its share of reviews I will… more

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Messerschmitt Me 410 A-1

Published: January 27, 2020
Book Author(s): Artur Juszczak, Illustrators: Dariusz Karnas and Krzysztof Wolowski
Company: Mushroom Model Publications - MMP Books

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This book is a compilation of the 4-view colour profile, scale plans and photo details of the single variant of the Messerschmitt Me 410 A-1. Scale plans in 1/72 ( the Italeri kt is available) and 1/48 (Meng and Revell kits are available) scales plus drawings from wartime technical manuals. Also included are photos of the aircraft details in black and white and colour.… more