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Explore the world of model building with this unassembled kit of the King of the Mississippi. The kit includes a boat made of wood and metal, and is designed for ages 17 and up. This vintage model is not painted and features intricate details that will make it a standout piece in your display. The kit is perfect for those who enjoy nautical themes and is a great way to test your model building skills. Made in Spain, this kit is a must-have for any collector or enthusiast.

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I have to clear some space on my shelves, so I need to part with some of my collection. THIS IS MY LAST ONE! Trumpeter made a name for themselves producing big scale tanks and aircraft carriers. Their USS Hornet release in 2002 took everyone by surprise and marked the beginning of a naval arms race with Tamiya, Hasegawa, Academy, Fujimi and others. This is the superb kit of the US Navy carrier USS Franklin CV-13 as she appeared in 1944. The Franklin is famous for being the most heavily damaged US aircraft carrier to survive the war. The large scale of this model allows for considerable detail. Here is some of the information that I have found online about this classic aircraft carrier kit. I provide only the first few lines below, simply for WTF comic value. CV-13 “Franklin” USS Essex-class aircraft carrier for the fifth search, “Franklin” in the Pacific War in World War II, fought, survived, leaving the immortal fame. October 14, 1943 “Franklin” in the Newport News shipyard construction started when “Franklin” aircraft carrier in service, the Pacific War has come to late, the Americans controlled the Pacific air, sea control, after several aircraft carrier battle, the Japanese fleet has lost offensive capacity, is under the moribund Japanese carrier-based aircraft had lost the advantage, they organized a “kamikaze team” to resist increasingly closer to the Japanese mainland US aircraft carrier battle group, which at the start of the US aircraft carrier not to eat less bitterness. There is a link to download the complete 20-page instruction set and full color painting guide for the very similar Essex kit. There are also links to aftermarket parts, galleries and references for the Essex Class carriers. Mike Ashey put together a 72-page tutorial entitled Building and Detailing the Trumpeter 1/350 Scale USS Franklin, CV-13. It is available as a PDF download from his site (mikeashey. Com) and goes step-by-step through his build with over 400 sequenced photos to show you exactly how to get it right. He used several aftermarket parts, but I think he was pretty pleased with the kit overall. He shows off his hard work with 16 photos covering all angles. He enjoyed his build and there are plenty of lessons and tips in the entries after the pictures. This kit is in a large well-decorated 32.5″ x 10″ x 3 box. As you can see from the pictures, the box is in fantastic shape and still sealed with tape strips, so I consider it. Factory sealed and absolutely gift-ready. This item contains a complete injection molded model with over 700 grey plastic parts and decals to make a detailed full-hull or waterline-hull replica of the USS Franklin (CV-13) as she appeared in 1944, complete with a 20 aircraft airwing. It requires cement and paint to complete as shown. Those familiar with my listings can tell that I really enjoy these products and the modeling hobby. I like to provide more than just the bare facts about the items, trying to lead you into discovering more about the subjects and optimizing your builds (if that is your goal). I started out picking up models that I was interested in, with the eye toward building them when I had time. Always a bargain-hunter, I accumulated many more than I can build, so I found myself in a Collector status (sounds nicer than a hoarder). Now I enjoy making these products available to my fellow modelers; both Builders and Collectors. For Collectors, my goal is to save you a few bucks over the competition for the same item in factory sealed and collectible (or resellable) condition.

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Explore the world of model building with this unassembled kit of the King of the Mississippi. The kit includes a boat made of wood and metal, and is designed for ages 17 and up. This vintage model is not painted and features intricate details that will make it a standout piece in your display. The kit is perfect for those who enjoy nautical themes and is a great way to test your model building skills. Made in Spain, this kit is a must-have for any collector or enthusiast.

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I have to clear some space on my shelves, so I need to part with some of my collection. THIS IS MY LAST ONE! I remember being quizzed on the Sovremenny destroyers as part of Target Recognition drills on my submarine. They were just hitting the fleet in the early 1980s, when I served on a boomer. I was impressed with the bristling array of weapons compared to the sleek and clean look of our own cruisers. This groundbreaking kit set the standard for others to follow. The kit depicts one of several Sovremenny class Type 956E destroyers, including some from the Chinese People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN). If you are interested in taking this kit further, I may still have the White Ensign Models Supplementary Set (WEM #PE2006) listed. Here is what I have found online about this stunning, large-scale kit. The Trumpeter site (trumpeter-china. Com) shows seven low-resolution photos of a completed and finished model, but none of the kit’s contents. The kit specifications are listed and the following information about the Sovremenny class DD is provided. The Sovremenny Class destroyer is the front-line Russian destroyer. It has a maximum displacement of 8480 tons and is similar in size to the USA Navy’s Aegis equipped missile cruisers. The first-of-class Sovremenny was commissioned in 1985. A total of eighteen have been built for the Russian Navy, eleven of which are in service, six are no longer operational and one more (launched in 1994) is awaiting commission. Two further vessels ordered by China have been launched. The first and the second were delivered in 1999 and 2000. They have a link to download the complete 20-page instruction set of the original kit (TRP #03612). They show the box art and provide many links to references, aftermarket parts and a review to help you with your build. Produced a 26-minute Unboxing Video on YouTube that is entirely in Russian. You get a good look at the parts, but the comments are lost on me. I can’t tell for sure if he likes it or hates it. This kit is in a long box about 36″ x 10″ x 3.5. As you can see from the pictures, the. Package is pristine and. Is still sealed with the original shrink wrap, so it is. Factory sealed and absolutely gift-ready. This item contains one complete injection molded plastic model kit with over 800 plastic parts, four frets of photo etched metal parts for railings, ladders, radars, etc. Two metal propeller shafts and copper tubes, along with decals, a 20-page instruction booklet and a display stand. This massive item is offered with. Those familiar with my listings can tell that I really enjoy these products and the modeling hobby. I like to provide more than just the bare facts about the items, trying to lead you into discovering more about the subjects and optimizing your builds (if that is your goal). I started out picking up models that I was interested in, with the eye toward building them when I had time. Always a bargain-hunter, I accumulated many more than I can build, so I found myself in a Collector status (sounds nicer than a hoarder). Now I enjoy making these products available to my fellow modelers; both Builders and Collectors. For Collectors, my goal is to save you a few bucks over the competition for the same item in factory sealed and collectible (or resellable) condition. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Models & Kits\Boats & Ships”. The seller is “teddybear200002″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Non-Domestic Product: No
• Unit of Sale: Single Unit
• Assembly Status: Unassembled Kit
• Custom Bundle: No
• Scale: 1:200
• MPN: 03613
• Material: Metal, Plastic
• Set Includes: Ship
• Gender: Boys & Girls
• Modified Item: No
• Subject: Sovremenny Destroyer
• Vintage: No
• Brand: Trumpeter
• Type: Model Kit
• Customized: No
• Model: Type 956E Sovremenny Destroyer
• Theme: Militaria
• Recommended Age Range: 14 and Up
• Country/Region of Manufacture: China
• UPC: 9 580208 036137

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I have to clear some space on my shelves, so I need to part with some of my collection. THIS IS MY LAST ONE! I remember being quizzed on the Sovremenny destroyers as part of Target Recognition drills on my submarine. They were just hitting the fleet in the early 1980s, when I served on a boomer. I was impressed with the bristling array of weapons compared to the sleek and clean look of our own cruisers. This groundbreaking kit set the standard for others to follow. The kit depicts one of five Soviet or Russian Navy Sovremenny class destroyers. Here is what I have found online about this stunning, large-scale kit. The Trumpeter site (trumpeter-china. Com) shows ten high-resolution photos of the box art, decals, hull and sprues (including a clear sprue for the Ka-27 Helix helo) and photo etched frets. The kit specifications are listed and the following information about the Sovremenny class DD is provided. The Sovremenny Class destroyer is a former soviet designed comprehensive surface warship with a maximum displacement of 8480 tons, similar in size to the US Navy’s Aegis class missile cruiser. The first of its class Sovremenny was initially built in 1977 and then subsequently commissioned in 1980, with a total of eighteen warships built for the former Soviet Navy. Finally, the latest two are further modified vessels ordered by China and were delivered in 1999 and 2000. They have a link to download the complete 20-page instruction set. They show the box art and provide many links to references, aftermarket parts and a review to help you with your build. He goes through the kit and praises the impressive size and detail of the systems and lists many of the kit’s highlights. There are over a dozen photos of the sprues, frets and decals to show what you get. He starts his summary with: This is quite an impressive kit, which out of the box, will build into an equally impressive model. The scale of this model will allow some modelers to go absolutely mad with additional superdetailing. This kit is in a long box about 36″ x 10″ x 4. As you can see from the pictures, the. Package is pristine and the. Box is still sealed with the original shrink wrap, so it is. Factory sealed and absolutely gift-ready. This item contains one complete injection molded plastic model kit with over 800 plastic parts, four frets of photo etched metal parts for railings, ladders, radars, etc. Two metal propeller shafts and copper tubes, along with decals, a 20-page instruction booklet and a display stand. This massive item is offered with. Those familiar with my listings can tell that I really enjoy these products and the modeling hobby. I like to provide more than just the bare facts about the items, trying to lead you into discovering more about the subjects and optimizing your builds (if that is your goal). I started out picking up models that I was interested in, with the eye toward building them when I had time. Always a bargain-hunter, I accumulated many more than I can build, so I found myself in a Collector status (sounds nicer than a hoarder). Now I enjoy making these products available to my fellow modelers; both Builders and Collectors. For Collectors, my goal is to save you a few bucks over the competition for the same item in factory sealed and collectible (or resellable) condition. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Models & Kits\Boats & Ships”. The seller is “teddybear200002″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Non-Domestic Product: No
• Unit of Sale: Single Unit
• Assembly Status: Unassembled Kit
• Custom Bundle: No
• Scale: 1:200
• MPN: 03612
• Material: Metal, Plastic
• Set Includes: Ship
• Gender: Boys & Girls
• Modified Item: No
• Subject: Sovremenny Destroyer
• Vintage: No
• Brand: Trumpeter
• Type: Model Kit
• Customized: No
• Model: Type 956 Sovremenny Destroyer
• Theme: Militaria
• Recommended Age Range: 14 and Up
• Country/Region of Manufacture: China
• UPC: 9 580208 036120

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I need to clear some space on my shelves, so I need to part with some of my collection. Her bow contains seven tons of steel from the Twin Towers to honor those lost on 9/11. Gallery Models was credited with this release, but it is now known that this has always been a product of Trumpeter, under an agreement with MRC and Revell to sell it under their brands. Here is some of the info I found about this kit from around the web. The Model Rectifier Corporation (MRC) is the parent company that owns the Gallery Models brand. The page for this kit shows the box art and has the following description and list of features. To honor the victims of 9/11, the bow was formed using about 7 tons of steel salvaged from the World Trade Center. Even a length of real chain for the anchors! Gallery’s models are remarkable in that they need no extra expensive aftermarket details to finish a smashing model. It’s all there ready to go when you open the box- everything you could want. Position-able stern ramps opening into a superbly detailed Well deck to display the two amazing LCAC hovercraft. Multiple small Zodiac-type boats. Fully detailed aircraft hangar deck with position-able door. All the life rafts and other small deck details that make the model come alive. Kit includes two photo-etched frets of fine details like ladders, railings and vent grilles. LCAC Hovercraft (2), LCU Landing Craft, AAV-7 Amphibs (2). AH-1W Cobra gunships, MV-22 Osprey tilt-rotors (with extra parts for folded-blade display), CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters (with extra parts for folded-blade display), CH-53E Helicopters (with extra parts for folded-blade display), UH-1N Huey helicopters. There is a link to download the complete 24-page instruction set and full-color Painting Guide. There are also links to reviews, aftermarket parts and galleries to support your build. He shows all of the parts in nine photos, including the grey and clear plastic parts, the three PE frets and the two large decal sheets. He lists the highlights and abundant features of the kit and summarizes the review with: Like the LHDs before it, this LPD kit from Gallery Models is a really nice kit and if you’ve been intimidated by the complexity of the earlier LHD kits, this model will be an easier build and show you how well the model goes together so you can build the LHD to display alongside this beautiful model. He actually received a pre-production kit without instructions and with a rougher appearance than expected. There were a few problems with his copy, but he said: In the end, the hull is sound, and the kit’s is generally good- and it will look like USS New York LPD-21 when you’re done! After the brief history section, he breaks down the kit contents. You can easily page through over a dozen photos showing the plastic parts, clear aircraft sprues, three frets of photo etched metal parts, metal chain and two sheets of decals. He goes into detail explaining the construction steps and provides his opinions about the highs and lows of the kit. Given the unique history of the USS New York, with its usage of WTC steel, this will undoubtedly be a popular subject, and while the parts count is high, the actual assembly is well thought out. He goes through his build with photos and emphasizes the value of proper planning. His tips will give you a real leg-up on your successful build and you can see that he ends up with a breathtaking model in the end. About half of his time was spent on the aircraft, boats, vehicles and other gear. The review is in their forum and is broken into many sessions, each one covering a chunk of work. It is essentially a Build Log where he shows every step of the construction as he goes. He outlines his construction process and provides dozens of photos to document it. He gives out a lot of great advice throughout the sessions and rather than summarizing at the end, he noted at the start: ” This model will build into an excellent, full feature model with no additional after market parts necessary “. This kit is in a long, thin box about 29″ x 8″ x 4.5. As you can see from the pictures, the package is pristine and is still sealed with six tape strips, so it is. Factory sealed and absolutely gift-ready. This incredible kit contains over 700 plastic and photo-etched metal parts, including a large armada of landing craft, armored vehicles and aircraft. Those familiar with my listings can tell that I really enjoy these products and the modeling hobby. I like to provide more than just the bare facts about the items, trying to lead you into discovering more about the subjects and optimizing your builds (if that is your goal). I started out picking up models that I was interested in, with the eye toward building them when I had time. Always a bargain-hunter, I accumulated many more than I can build, so I found myself in a Collector status (sounds nicer than a hoarder). Now I enjoy making these products available to my fellow modelers; both Builders and Collectors. For Collectors, my goal is to save you a few bucks over the competition for the same item in factory sealed and collectible (or resellable) condition. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Models & Kits\Boats & Ships”. The seller is “teddybear200002″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Features: Kit
• Custom Bundle: No
• MPN: 64007
• Modified Item: No
• Assembly Status: Unassembled Kit
• Country/Region of Manufacture: China
• Bundle Listing: No
• Scale: 1:350
• Customized: No
• Composition: Plastic
• Brand: Gallery Models
• Gender: Boys & Girls
• Theme: Militaria
• Recommended Age Range: 14 and Up
• Type: Model Kit
• UPC: 0 19571 64007 2

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CALYPSO represents the fulfilment of a dream for her owner Jacques-Yves Cousteau, a French oceanographer whose numerous inventions and underwater techniques have been a significant factor in unravelling the secrets of the sea. The 42m, 360 ton vessel has two 600 HP diesel engines and a maximum speed of 12 knots. It is equipped with a variety of special equipment to enable the detailed observations, sample collecting, photography, and experiments which are carried out. This equipment includes a bulbous observation chamber in the bow, a unique, saucer shaped diving bell, a Galezzi diving chamber, an inflatable boat for trips to shallow waters, a helicopter, an numerous underwater devices. This 1:45 scale model has been developed in accordance with original plans and with the kind cooperation of the Cousteau Society. It is of ABS construction, is suitable for radio control and comes with all required fittings. The item “Billing Boats NR560 1/45 Scale Cousteau Calypso Research Ship Model Boat MISB” is in sale since Tuesday, November 28, 2017. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Models & Kits\Boats, Ships\Other Boat, Ship Models & Kits”. The seller is “baronofantiques” and is located in Melbourne, Florida. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Country/Region of Manufacture: Denmark
• Brand: Billing Boats

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ONLY 2 LEFT AVAILABLE. Also, note at this price I’m not accepting offers, it is not possible to turn off that feature from my end. From the 60’s Sci-fi movie. Forbidden Planet. YES, THIS IS THE LARGE ONE! INCLUDES ROBBY THE ROBOT TOO! And the Military figures shown on the back of the box. The mailing box I use is a brand new ULINE box. The extra-heavy duty one with double wall rated 275Lbs. (versus the standard 200LB boxes other sellers use). See my feedback for references on this item. (not the northern provinces). The item “FREE SHIPPING FORBIDDEN PLANET SPACE CRUISER C-57D MODEL MISB SCI-FI CLASSIC” is in sale since Wednesday, April 26, 2017. This item is in the category “Toys & Hobbies\Models & Kits\Science Fiction\Other Sci-Fi Models & Kits”. The seller is “wastewise2″ and is located in Mississauga. This item can be shipped to Canada, United States.

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