Phillip Cavender
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M107/M110 Family of Self-propelled Artillery 1956-1991Published:
Arriving on the market in 2022 is another publication by AFV Modeller Publications titled “M107/M110 Family of Self-propelled Artillery, 1956-1991”. This soft bound book contains 124 pages with 250 images in black/ white and color format. Authored by a prolific military historian, David Doyle brings to marketplace a history of the M107 and M110 self-propelled artillery vehicles in clear and detail images many of which have not been published before. This well-known author has written over 150 books on military vehicles, military hardware, aircraft, and warships. Each image in the book contains a detailed caption describing what the reader is viewing. This would be especially useful for the modeler requiring reference material. The book is divided into three sections: … more |
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Images of War The Waffen-SS In Normandy 1944Published:
Pen & Sword Books are not new to the plastic modeling industry. The UK based publishing company has been around since 1990 while churning out titles covering subjects from military, aviation, maritime and including other areas of history. With over 228 books in the “Images of War Series”, Waffen-SS in Normandy 1944 is their latest addition published in February 2022. The author Ian Baxter has written other books in the series including, His previous books in this Series include Hitler’s Boy Soldiers, Nazi Concentration Camp Commandants and German Army on the Eastern Front – The Advance, German Army on the Eastern Front – The Retreat and Nazi Concentration Camp Commandants, The Crushing of Army Group (North) and the SS Waffen Division series including SS Leibstandarte… more |
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Opel Blitz, Camera On 24Published:
Opel Blitz, is number 24 in the “Camera On” series published by MMPBooks/Stratus. The author, Alan Ranger, has written over 20 books in the Camera On Series dealing with German and Japanese armor specializing in soft skin and armored vehicles. With Opel Blitz Camera On # 24 published in 2021, the author presents photographs of various light and mid-weight truck series built by the German Opel automobile manufacturer. This 11.7 x 8.3 inches A4 format paperback has 84 pages with every page loaded with period b/w photographs from the author’s personal collection acquired via private collections not the propaganda ones generally seen. These photographs include versions of the 1-ton of the Opel Blitz truck up to and including the 3.5-ton military versions. Most are previously unseen… more |
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Long Live the BrushesPublished:
IntroductionAnother item added to Ammo by Mig Jimenez’s line of products for the modeling community is their new item, the “Long Live the Brushes” described as a soap for the cleaning and care of your brushes. From the product web page, the items description states. “The product is capable of removing acrylic, enamel, lacquer paint residue. In just two steps you can extend the life of your brushes.
Also, available on Ammo by Mig Jimenez’s YouTube… more |
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Chevrolet G7107 WWII Army TruckPublished:
IntroductionThis is a new tooling from ICM introduced in 2021 of the iconic Chevrolet G506 truck cast from 100% new molds according to the ICM website. The following comes directly from their website: “Delivery of Chevrolet cars to Lend-Lease from the United States began in 1942. Until the end of the war, the number of these vehicles in the Soviet Army exceeded 47,000 units. Thanks to these trucks, the level of mechanization and mobility of combat formations has reached a new level. Chevrolet trucks were used both in combat units and in the rear. They were used to transport infantry, as artillery tractors, ambulances, mobile radios, to deliver ammunition, etc. Reliable enough and easy to operate, maneuverable and with good maneuverability, they rightfully… more |
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The 38M Toldi Light Tank PhotosniperPublished:
The following appears in the Introduction. “The 38M Toldi light tank entered into service in 1940. Before that time the Army had its WWI style armored trains, armored cars, and the tiny Italian FIAT Ansaldo tankettes. The 38M Toldi light tank and its Swedish origin the L-60 were the same class as the German Pz. II, the Polish 7TP, the Soviet T-40 and T-60 light tanks, designated for reconnaissance and liaison role. However, at the beginning of the war it was the only tracked armored vehicles of the Hungarians to fight the Red Army in 1941. The 38M Toldi light tank was also the first armored vehicle produced by the Hungarian War Industry during the war”. The 38M Toldi Light Tank Photosniper is the latest book published in the… more |
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Staff Cars in Germany WW2 Vol.2Published:
Staff Cars in Germany WW2 Vol. 2, is number 23 in the “Camera On” series published by MMPBooks/Stratus. The author, Alan Ranger, has written over 20 books in the Camera On Series dealing with German and Japanese armour specializing in soft skin and armoured vehicles. With Volume 1 Staff Cars in Germany WW2 # 9 published in 2019, the author presented photographs of passenger cars used by the German armed forces namely the line of Opel vehicles including the Admiral, Kadett, Kapitän and others. A lengthy article on the history of the Opel was presented in his first volume. This 11.7 x 8.3 inches A4 format paperback has 80 pages with 150 period b/w photographs from the author’s personal collection not the propaganda ones generally seen. The author, in vol. 2 concentrates… more |
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The Weathering Magazine Issue 32: ACCESSORIESPublished:
The company website states: “The latest issue of your favorite magazine concentrates on an important aspect of any build: accessories. The details and optional accessories that bring realism into your modelling projects, add narrative, or complete a diorama. These accessories present interesting painting and weathering opportunities. For example, few WWII German projects are complete without “German Jerry Cans”, stowage and sandbags are a popular subject with armour modeler’s, tank ammunition and ammo crates including the different metallic areas and textured woods. Mig Jimenez, explains the processes behind painting and weathering a large fabric gun mantlet: adding interest and texture to the material. Each technique and effect explained in this latest issue can be applied to a… more |
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Mud Effects Solution SetPublished:
IntroductionThe company website states: “This set includes the base colors and products essential for imitating the accumulation and weathering effects produced by mud”. “With this set, you will be able to replicate different types of effects including dry mud, wet mud, and mud splashes. These sets are the perfect solution for casual modelers and those experienced enthusiasts looking for the most realistic painting options in one convenient box. Each reference in the series contains the essential products you require to create the most common effects used in scale modelling. Among the versatile items included are Oilbrushers, Pigments, Washes, Filters, and the products necessary to obtain hyper realistic results on your models.… more |
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Model T 1913 Speedster with American Sport Car DriversPublished:
IntroductionAppearing on the market August 2020 is ICM’s rebox of their Model T 1913 Speedster introduced in 2018 with updated parts and the addition of a sprue containing two sports car drivers. Known for their detail, this Ukrainian based plastic model kit manufacturer has been producing highly detailed kits since 2003 with exports to several markets including North America. History of the Model T “Speedster”First introduced in 1908 at the Piquette Avenue plant in Detroit, Michigan and continuing until May 26, 1927. Ford produced over 15 million cars during this period. It had a 22 hp, four-cylinder engine, weighed in at 1200 pounds with a base price of $850. Touring, Runabout, and Town Car were the only versions of the Model T built in 1913. So, did… more |