Tim Hortman
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Macchi C.202 FolgorePublished: December 30, 2012 This book in the Orange Series from MMP describes the Italian WWII Macchi C.202 Folgore, or MC.202. This is the expanded second edition of this title, and contains some new information not in the first printing. The MC.202 is probably the most famous and recognizable Italian fighter of WWII. The aircraft was used in combat from its introduction in 1941 through the end of hostilities.… more |
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Macchi C.200 SaettaPublished: December 30, 2012 This book in the Orange Series from MMP describes the Italian WWII Macchi C.200 Saetta, or MC.200. The Saetta was a fighter aircraft built in Italy and flown by the Regia Aeronautica during WWII. The C.200 was well loved by its pilots for its excellent maneuverability, and the design was the basis for the later C.202 and C.205 fighters. This excellent book covers all aspects of the MC.… more |
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Decals for RCAF Sunderlands in Coastal CommandPublished: June 11, 2012 Aviaeology has re-released their Sunderland decals in 1/48 as “Updated and Expanded.” This package contains a single standard size decal sheet with markings for three aircraft and national markings for one. All three aircraft are Sunderland GR.III models and are as follows:
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JASDF 40th Anniversary UH-60J DecalsPublished: February 3, 2020 New to the modeling world is Hobby Collective. This excellent decal sheet covers the 1/72 JASDF UH-60J helicopter in 40th Anniversary markings. Included in the bag are one decal sheet and a double-sided direction page. The decal sheet itself is slightly larger than a standard sheet and includes markings for a single helicopter (UH-60J 28-4556) from the Japanese Air Self Defense… more |
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Decals for Canadian-Built MosquitoesPublished: February 10, 2020 This excellent decal sheet contains markings for five aircraft – all Canadian-built Mosquitoes! Included in the package are one standard size decal sheet and a double-sided full color directions page which includes some brief historical data and individual aircraft information. Aircraft included are:
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Nakajima Ki-44 Decals Part 2Published: February 4, 2012 Lifelike Decals has long been known for their high quality, limited edition decal releases. The decals come in the customary clear plastic zip bag, and inside you will find two full color, single sided pages with color callouts, decal placement guides, references, and a ton of historical information on each aircraft covered. Not to mention the decals themselves. This release contains one… more |
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Nakajima Ki-44 Decals Part 1Published: February 4, 2012 Lifelike Decals has long been known for their high quality, limited edition decal releases. The decals come in the customary clear plastic zip bag, and inside you will find two full color, single sided pages with color callouts, decal placement guides, references, and a ton of historical information on each aircraft covered. Not to mention the decals themselves. This release contains one… more |
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Aichi 99 Kanbaku "Val" Units 1937-1942Published: February 4, 2012 This long-awaited title is #63 in the Osprey Combat Aircraft series and is certainly one to add to your collection. This softbound book contains 96 pages which are packed with English text, photos, and color illustrations which tell the history of the Aichi Type 99 “Val” from the early stages of WWII through 1942. The Aichi Type 99 D3A Carrier Bomber was code named “Val” by the Allies… more |
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IJN Type 2 (Ka-Mi) Amphibious Tank - Combat VersionPublished: January 3, 2012 The Japanese were among many nations during WWII to try and develop an amphibious tank. The Ka-Mi was the results of their efforts. My Japanese armor references are somewhat lacking, but the internet tells me that there were 184 of these floating tanks build during the war. Dragon has issued this great little kit in their 1/35 ’39-’45 series. Kit #6678 of the Imperial Japanese Navy Type 2… more |
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Imperial Japanese Army Flying Schools 1912-1945Published: December 14, 2011 Imperial Japanese Army Flying Schools 1912-1945 is a recent edition to the Schiffer Military History book line. This large hardbound book contains 248 pages and is packed with information that the historian and model builder will find useful. The book starts with an introduction and special note to those reading the book. This is especially useful to those who may not… more |