Plastic Model Kits

Have you seen Top Gun: Maverick, yet? I bet you did. And if you didn’t, you should. F/A-18 Super Hornets are all the rage now thanks to the Hollywood blockbuster. …

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For many people, buying everything locally is the preferred way to shop. It can be more convenient and sometimes times cheaper. In the past, you could find hobby shops that …

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Traditionally, plastic model builders use solvent-based glue (cement) for assembly. These glues form strong bonds and are the most common type of glue used in this hobby. However, they come …

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Is it necessary to prime your plastic models before painting? That’s a question that pops up a lot in the model-building community. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Priming your model is …

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Build first or paint first? It’s a question that has haunted plastic model kit builders for generations. There are pros and cons to both approaches, and ultimately it comes down …

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Among those who know nothing about plastic scale model kits, there is often debate over whether or not they are toys. The truth is that the vast majority of model …

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I am not a bike guy but I have always been intrigued by the beautiful motorcycle scale models I kept seeing on Youtube and forums. I finally took the leap …

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The Grumman F-14 Tomcat is one of the most popular subjects aircraft modelers build. During the last decade, we have seen a stunning number of new kits by numerous manufacturers. …

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Can you name a ship more famous than the Titanic? Probably not, right? The RMS Titanic is easily the most famous passenger liner ever built. Unfortunately, it’s so famous because …

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If I were to choose the most iconic bomber of WWII, it would have to be the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress. The B-17 is a four-engined heavy bomber that was …

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