Cool, authentic MiG-15 model
935778
This MiG-15 model is a truly authentic model of the famous MiG-15 that pitted itself against the F-86 Sabre in the Korean War.
1827686
Really authentic looking and fun to use - would absolutely buy it again.
1091001
I have built this model out of box using kit supplied decals; it went together well. The only negative is the .50 caliber machine gun does not have accurate hand grips. With a pin drill and sharp X-Acto knife I was able to fix that problem, at least to my satisfaction. I also like the fact that the lower hull is die cast metal which give the finished model a little extra weight allowing it to sit well on its tracks. This is a typical high quality Tamiya kit that goes together well, not overly 'engineered' but looks great with a decent paint job.
2344242
This kit also includes the clear bombardier's nose you can replace the B-25G/H's solid gun filled nose - which isn't mentioned in the description.  Perfect for modelling a plane from the film Catch-22.<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Minicraft-B-25H-USAAF-Model-Kit-1-144-Scale/dp/B00J7BJKZY/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Minicraft B-25H USAAF Model Kit (1/144 Scale)</a>
1141535
This plane is GORGEOUS. Details are impecable I mean there are dots representing the pitot tubes and static ports! I love it!
4392030
This 1/32 FOV diecast P-39 Airacobra is a pretty good model. It represents the P-39 "Saga Boy II" flown by Edwin Chickering, commander of the famous 357th Fighter Group, "The Yoxford Boys" that included aces Chuck Yeager and Bud Anderson.
The model is 11 inches long and a wingspan of 12-1/2 inches. It has includes two pilot figures (one sitting and the other standing), opening cockpit door, moveable flaps, opening panels for the mid-mounted engine, a detachable drop tank and a display stand.
The model has a few negatives. Like most FOV airplane models, there are quality control problems such as a few minor paint blemishes that are visible on the grey lower wings and fuselage, minor glue smears on the engine panels and three screw holes on the bottom. The propeller is loose and has a noticeable gap with the fuselage.
As a whole, this was a good value at Amazon.com for about $49 delivered before it was discontinued. One is now on ebay for over $92 plus $59.84 shipping from Australia. The existing diecast alternative is the very small Hobby Master 1/72 P-39 that sells for around $29.
Overall, this is a recommended model---especially since it is discontinued and if you can find it for a good price.
2607732
This was my first replica, and is still my favorite one!!

I bought it in January 2011, for $130. Price has gone down too much, so I recommend getting this replica even more now!

It shoots about 400fps, It's made of high quality ABS plastic, and has a metal gear. Switchable between single fire or fully automatic. Great for CQB, or medium range shooting roll.

Mine is all customized:

First, I painted it in a desert tan. Then, I upgraded to a precision barrel and changed the hop up, and replaced the wiring and engine to match Lipo batteries. I haven't seen that much improvement in fps, but thanks to precision barrel, the accuracy has increased significantly. I recommend buying the following attachments: a vertical hand-grip, the Leaper's Red Dot sight, and the Electric Battleaxe 1000 rds G36 magazine. This one automatically winds up the ammo, plus you can carry 1000 pellets in the one magazine; Highly recommended as well.

Great gun for beginners and advanced players. Very reliable and inexpensive! By far the best choice! YOU WON'T REGRET!
4149927
I had the pleasure of making this model.  Personally, I believe it's one of the best model aircraft I've ever made.

When one opens the box there are three sprues of parts and one clear sprue with the canopy, landing lights, and gun sight moled clear.  All the parts are crisp, there was no flash on my example, and no warping of parts.

The instructions are easy to follow and leave nothing to guess.  The builder is given a good hisory of the Buffalo in the instuction sheet.  The Buffalo was actually a fair fighter aircraft but was poorly used and flown by the Allies in WWII.  The Finnish used the Buffalo to good effect in WWII but that particular model isn't in this kit and the subject is better covered in&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Brewster-F2A-Buffalo-Aces-of-World-War-2-Aircraft-of-the-Aces/dp/1846034817/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Brewster F2A Buffalo Aces of World War 2 (Aircraft of the Aces)</a>.  Note, you may want to get that book just for the reference material on construction.

The instructions give step by step painting instructions.  Overall the interior of the Buffalo is zinc chromate.  The engine should follow the instruction and be painted like a dark gun metal.  Note, this kit does not have modern photo-etch and there is no wiring on the engine.  So, a better-than-average modeler will want to add those features.

The aircraft fell together like it was made like a watch.  The wings needed absolutely no filler and the same with all the major assemblies.  The propellor was absolute a jewel.  The undercarrage went together quite well and is beefy, just like a carrier fighter.  The cockpit went inside of the fuselage.  There were no fit problems.  Assembly was a pleasure.

The modeler may paint the Buffalo in one of four paint schemes.  Two are British, one Dutch, and one US Navy.  The British models are B-339 but the USN and Dutch are different.  Follow the assembly instructions closely or you could end up with a Dutch B-339 in US Navy colors.

My only gripe was with the canopy.  It does need a tad bit of filler and this mistake isn't typical Tamiya quality.  Still, I will not take a star off for this, most canopys all are a bit of a drag.  Now, Tamiya put canopy masking tape in the box.  My advise is to make sure you pre-trace these sheets with a very sharp hobby knife.  But these maskings are invaluable.  The Buffalo has a bottom window and it's near impossible to properly mask with out the Tamiya guide.  Also, double check the mask has seated and give a shot of clear coat to the canopy mask.  That will prevent leakage from the paint under the mask.

When one gets the paints, follows the directions, and builds this model then the result will be a very good model of one of the most important aircraft of early WWII.  Note, this isn't the Battle of Midway Buffalo, that is the -3 model of the F2B.  Also, this kit could be modified to be a Finnish Buffalo but you'll have to go to aftermarket (Squadron.com) for decals.

This is a five star kit and modeling would be so much better is all model aircraft were made to Tamiya's standard.
598434
This is a beautiful rendition of the Bf109E Trop in 1/72. I built it alongside the&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Airfix-1-72-FW190/dp/B00DUBGI3Y/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Airfix 1:72 FW190</a>&nbsp;and they are very much birds of a feather, with superlative detailing, engraved panel lines and excellent fit. If anything, the 109 is better than the Focke Wulf, with much more fine detail. It has the added bonus of an exposed engine block which allows you to pose the kit with the "bonnet" up and giving the more advanced modeller the option to do a little super-detailing. It's also simple to build, although the paint job will cause some headaches unless you have an airbrush or are very competent with your hairy sticks.

Airfix continue to impress with their recent kits. Highly recommended.

Don't forget the paint,&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/glue/dp/B000KJPUL0/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">glue</a>,<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/filler/dp/B004RNY89U/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">filler</a>,<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/masking-tape/dp/B0000WRZZQ/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">masking tape</a>, and some decal setting solution (<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/MicroSol/dp/B0006O9K5Q/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">MicroSol</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/MicroSet/dp/B0006O9K4W/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">MicroSet</a>).
162265
I will start by saying that I LOVE Airfix models; always have, probably always will. I've had many good experiences working on Airfix kits, and this Hawker Hurricane was no exception. Construction of the model was straightforward and easily completed, and the end result is outstanding. The only real issue I encountered during construction was that the seam between the upper and lower halves of the wings turned out to be rather glaringly obvious, especially at the wingtips, so I needed to break out some filler putty to close up the gap and grind down the dried putty with very fine-grain sandpaper to conceal the seam. The wing parts join together in such a way that this seam will likely be a consistently occurring issue, so anyone looking to build one of these kits should have their filler putty at the ready. Fortunately, this is the only major problem I ran into while building this model, and this is such a relatively easily fixed problem that this should not in any way put anyone off from working on this kit. Airfix kits have always been fun builds, even in the old days, but ever since Hornby acquired the brand the quality of their kits has visibly improved, with only a slight increase in the price for most of these kits. Anyone looking for good-quality WWII aircraft models at a reasonable price will be well served with Airfix models, and if you're particularly a fan of WWII British fighters like the Hurricane or its comrade-in-arms, the Spitfire, you certainly won't be disappointed.
300640
for all collectors and model lovers, this is a very good quality miniature of the Airbus 340-300 operated by Aerolineas Argentinas. I thought it was bigger, but anyway, i'm really satisfied with it. the whole fuselage is made of metal, wheels and engines of plastics.
1647160
This is a really nice addition to my Air gun collection.  It has a great feel in hand and has good weight being mostly metal, and looks awesome.  This is not something you want to get caught waving around in public, or you will get shot by someone carrying the "real thing"!!!  Package is in a molded blister pack and contains 6 shells for BB's and 6 shells for .177 pellets.(total of 12 shells)  It does not have any ammo or Co2 cylinders.  As a collector of "replica" firearms that do NOT shoot real ammunition, this is one of my favorite "guns".  Being a smooth bore "snub nose", accuracy will not be great at a distance, but its a joy shoot, and satisfying to play with.  Recommend to anyone looking for a little backyard firepower.
2206105
Author Hans-Heri-Stapfer has written an excellent, detailed, concise history of the MiG-17. This book, published in 1992, follows the tried & true format of Squadron In Action series of the time. Black & White photos, line drawings and 2 pages of color plates take the reader from the development to the present of the subject.

The MiG-17 looks like it's predecessor the MiG-17 of Korean War fame, but was superior. Over 8,000 were built, used by 40 different countries, the plane was rugged, tough, reliable, easy to use and maintain. Stapfer reviews the combat successes of the MiG-17 as a fighter and fighter bomber. Arab-Israeli Wars, service in North Vietnam (2 pages is a lot in these books) and other places as well. USAF pilots quickly came to respect the agility and fire power of the MiG-17.

I have always found the In Action series to be an excellent resource in building models. They are detailed enough to see the different variants, affordable and have the history an aviation buff likes. Nowadays, the In Action Series and newer Walk Around series have more color. See also
MiG-17 Fresco - Walk Around No. 46 also by Stapfer. For a more expansive (and expensive book), check out Yefim Gordon's Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-17: The Soviet Union's Jet Fighter of the Fifties (Aerofax)

This book is perfect for those who want the information, history and ability to build a model.
4640442
Whoowee!  Hefty price for a medium sized 1/72 scale aircraft kit.  But, this one is really nice, looking at it in the box.  Nice clean molding, no visible flash.  There are optional parts not shown in the instructions.  Three nose variants, a dorsal turret or clear cover plate, two engine exhaust styles.  A nice full interior, not just a basic cockpit.  Paint scheme and decals for four different planes.  This is a really nice kit of an almost forgotten historical aircraft that is far underappreciated.  A superb addition to my WWII collection.
3626792
FlyZone has created an incredibly detailed replica of the DCH-2 Beaver. The Beaver arrived within 2 days of ordering it and was packaged well and undamaged. The TX-R model was fairly easy to build after having read BOTH the included instructions and the helpful build tips on rcforums.com. The screws for the landing gear are not hardened, and as I read online and experienced for myself they break exceptionally easy. Before you start the build, go buy a dozen #4 x 5/8" screws at your local hardware for two bucks and save yourself the hassle of the metric junk ones that are included for the wheeled landing gear or floats. Other than that one issue this plane is a beautiful flier and looks great in the air and on the ground. I did add my own Spektrum AR-610 receiver and Venom Fly 2200mAh 11.1v 30C battery. Overall satisfaction 100%!
1598213
This is a quality collectible that I was glad to add to my collection. It is nicely detailed and authentic looking. The graphics are crisp and clear. The car is very realistic.  It was well packed and arrived faster than expected.  There were no surprises, it is exactly as described. I would buy it again.
3107799
Tamiya is making a move to "own" the 1/35 scale Panzer III market, much the way Dragon has taken over that of the 1/35 Panzer IV.  Tamiya's Panzer III L (MM35215) shares almost nothing in common with the old Tamiya kit from the mid-1970s other than the subject matter.  Gone is anything that even remotely echoes those old battery-powered-motor driven kits.  This is a brilliant model, designed from the beginning to be only a display piece and never a toy, well-engineered and executed, with superb detail at a quite reasonable cost.  To employ what has become a near-cliche in the modeling hobby, this kit practically falls together on its own.  Assembly is easy and straightforward, helped immeasurably by clear, well-written and well-organized instructions (a virtue to which not all of Tamiya's competitors can lay claim), along with an avoidance on the part of Tamiya of over-complicating the model with too many often needless parts.  Nowhere on this kit is there a sense that the engineers decided "Hey, we can make this subassembly out of 16 pieces rather than just the 5 it really needs!", a shortcoming too easily found in Dragon kits, and the level of detail, which is very high, is consistent throughout, unlike some offerings by Academy, where the detail can be hit-or-miss.  If built with a bit of patience and attention to detail, this kit will make an average modeler look good -- and a good modeler will salivate over the possibilities for fine detailing and minor modifications.

Mind you, this kit isn't perfect.  There is no interior detail in either the hull or turret, save for a rudimentary breech on the main gun, there are no clear plastic parts representing the vision blocks for the ports in the turret doors or the commander's cupola, and the kit has the usual Tamiya "rubber band"-style tracks, which, while nicely detailed, don't look as convincing as the separate-link-type tracks that Dragon includes with their kits.  Also, the commander figure included with the kit is a bit stiff-looking, while the Iron Cross First Class and the Panzer Warfare badge on his uniform are way over-molded.  For what it's worth, I suggest replacing the stock tracks with a set of aftermarket separate-link tracks, and using an aftermarket resin figure if you to have one with your tank.  Lastly, I wish there were more decal options offered than just the three included; I would have preferred to see markings for the 21st or 15th Panzer Divisions at El Alamein, for example.

None of these carps are sufficient to make me back away from my 5-star rating, however; the rest of the model is just that good.  Yes, in terms of extreme detail, some of Dragon's offerings are slightly better, but it does so at a nearly 50% higher price, and I could find nowhere on this kit where I felt disappointed or even just let down by the detail.  While this Panzer III L doesn't quite scale the rarified heights of Tamiya's Matilda II Mk III or Char B1, it comes pretty darn close.  For the price, the value received is unbeatable.