SUPERMARINE SEAFIRE MK.15 : SPECIAL HOBBY : 1/48 SCALE MODEL : IN BOX REVIEW

By Bobby Waldron | 7 July 2026 | Comments Off on SUPERMARINE SEAFIRE MK.15 : SPECIAL HOBBY : 1/48 SCALE MODEL : IN BOX REVIEW

SUPERMARINE SEAFIRE MK.15 The Supermarine Seafire is a naval version of the Supermarine Spitfire fighter adapted for operation from aircraft carriers. It was analogous in concept to the Hawker Sea Hurricane, a navalised version of the Spitfire’s stablemate, the Hawker Hurricane. The name Seafire was derived from the contraction of the full name of Sea Spitfire.[2] A carrier-capable version of the Supermarine Spitfire had been proposed by the Admiralty in May…

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ENGLISH ELECTRIC LIGHTNING F.6 : AIRFIX : 1/48 SCALE MODEL : IN BOX REVIEW

By Bobby Waldron | 11 March 2026 | Comments Off on ENGLISH ELECTRIC LIGHTNING F.6 : AIRFIX : 1/48 SCALE MODEL : IN BOX REVIEW

ENGLISH ELECTRIC LIGHTNING F.6 Product Info This remarkable 1:48 scale model of the English Electric Lightning F.6 showcases one of the most pivotal British aircraft from the post-war period with exquisite detail. Comprising 153 components and featuring a wingspan of 220mm, this kit replicates the pinnacle version of this supersonic marvel, an aircraft that enhanced…

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BASIC DIORAMA TUTORIAL : RAPID VIDEO BUILD : 1/48 SCALE MODEL

By Bobby Waldron | 5 December 2025 | Comments Off on BASIC DIORAMA TUTORIAL : RAPID VIDEO BUILD : 1/48 SCALE MODEL

BASIC DIORAMA Creating a basic diorama is an engaging project that involves using layers of materials within a container to depict a scene. The process generally involves planning the scene, gathering materials, constructing the base and background, and finally adding detailed elements and figures.  Materials & Tools Basic materials often include items you can find…

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P-40E WARHAWK : EDUARD : 1/48 SCALE MODEL : IN BOX REVIEW

By Bobby Waldron | 24 November 2025 | Comments Off on P-40E WARHAWK : EDUARD : 1/48 SCALE MODEL : IN BOX REVIEW

P-40E WARHAWK The Limited edition kit of the US fighter aircraft P-40E Warhawk in 1/48 scale.The kit offers markings for 10 aircraft.  The box contains plastic sprues for two complete kits, from which it is possible to build aircraft flying in USAAF, RAAF and RNZAF in Pacific Theater of Operations. painting mask: yes plastic parts:…

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FINAL REVEAL : F4U-1/2 CORSAIR : TAMIYA : 1/48 SCALE MODEL

By Bobby Waldron | 26 September 2025 | Comments Off on FINAL REVEAL : F4U-1/2 CORSAIR : TAMIYA : 1/48 SCALE MODEL

F4U-1/2 CORSAIR The Vought F4U Corsair is an American fighter aircraft that saw service primarily in World War II and the Korean War. Designed and initially manufactured by Chance Vought, the Corsair was soon in great demand; additional production contracts were given to Goodyear, whose Corsairs were designated FG, and Brewster, designated F3A. The Corsair was designed and principally operated as a carrier-based aircraft, and entered service in…

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F4U-1/2 BIRD CAGE CORSAIR : RAPID VIDEO BUILD : TAMIYA : 1/48 SCALE MODEL : PART.2

By Bobby Waldron | 22 August 2025 | Comments Off on F4U-1/2 BIRD CAGE CORSAIR : RAPID VIDEO BUILD : TAMIYA : 1/48 SCALE MODEL : PART.2

F4U-1/2 BIRD CAGE CORSAIR The Vought F4U Corsair is an American fighter aircraft that saw service primarily in World War II and the Korean War. Designed and initially manufactured by Chance Vought, the Corsair was soon in great demand; additional production contracts were given to Goodyear, whose Corsairs were designated FG, and Brewster, designated F3A. The Corsair was designed and principally operated as a carrier-based aircraft, and entered…

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BOULTON PAUL DEFIANT MK.1 : AIRFIX : 1/48 SCALE : STEP BY STEP BUILD : EPISODE.3

By Bobby Waldron | 16 August 2025 | Comments Off on BOULTON PAUL DEFIANT MK.1 : AIRFIX : 1/48 SCALE : STEP BY STEP BUILD : EPISODE.3

BOULTON PAUL DEFIANT MK.1 The Boulton Paul Defiant is a British interceptor aircraft that served with the Royal Air Force (RAF) during World War II. The Defiant was designed and built by Boulton Paul Aircraft as a “turret fighter” to meet the RAF requirement for day and night fighters that could concentrate their firepower on enemy bombers which were not expected to have fighter…

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FAIREY BARRACUDA : TRUMPETER : 1/48 SCALE MODEL : IN BOX REVIEW

By Bobby Waldron | 15 August 2025 | Comments Off on FAIREY BARRACUDA : TRUMPETER : 1/48 SCALE MODEL : IN BOX REVIEW

FAIREY BARRACUDA The Fairey Barracuda was a British carrier-borne torpedo and dive bomber designed by Fairey Aviation. It was the first aircraft of this type operated by the Fleet Air Arm (FAA) of the Royal Navy to be fabricated entirely from metal. The Barracuda was developed as a replacement for the Fairey Albacore biplanes. Development was protracted due to the original powerplant intended for the type, the Rolls-Royce Exe, being cancelled.…

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F4U-1/2 BIRD CAGE CORSAIR : RAPID VIDEO BUILD : TAMIYA : 1/48 SCALE MODEL : PART.1

By Bobby Waldron | 1 August 2025 | Comments Off on F4U-1/2 BIRD CAGE CORSAIR : RAPID VIDEO BUILD : TAMIYA : 1/48 SCALE MODEL : PART.1

F4U-1/2 BIRD CAGE CORSAIR The Vought F4U Corsair is an American fighter aircraft that saw service primarily in World War II and the Korean War. Designed and initially manufactured by Chance Vought, the Corsair was soon in great demand; additional production contracts were given to Goodyear, whose Corsairs were designated FG, and Brewster, designated F3A. The Corsair was designed and principally operated as a carrier-based aircraft, and entered…

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BOULTON PAUL DEFIANT MK.1 : AIRFIX : 1/48 SCALE : STEP BY STEP BUILD : EPISODE.2

By Bobby Waldron | 26 July 2025 | Comments Off on BOULTON PAUL DEFIANT MK.1 : AIRFIX : 1/48 SCALE : STEP BY STEP BUILD : EPISODE.2

BOULTON PAUL DEFIANT MK.1 The Boulton Paul Defiant is a British interceptor aircraft that served with the Royal Air Force (RAF) during World War II. The Defiant was designed and built by Boulton Paul Aircraft as a “turret fighter” to meet the RAF requirement for day and night fighters that could concentrate their firepower on enemy bombers which were not expected to have fighter…

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