Crafts & Hobbies - Models

The monograph devoted to the early versions of the Messerschmitt Bf 109, the most famous WW2 German fighter, discusses its origins and development with coverage of changes made in its first prototypes, A-D variants and their sub-variants. The combat use of the aircraft in...

This is the fifth title in the series and is intended to be a companion volume for Volume 3: Basic Military Vehicle Modelling and Volume 4: Advanced Military Vehicle Modelling. This title helps to complete the reader's knowledge of the skills and techniques required...

For the more experienced vehicle modeller this book takes the reader to a level of proficiency that some people only dream of. Step by step colour photographs and clear, precise language show scratchbuilding and superdetailing techniques which make gold award winners. Vehicles covered include...

Although many modelers can master the basic techniques of construction, it is with the painting and finishing of their kits that many begin to struggle. It is this skill that gives the model its distinctive look and feel and separates the good model form...

The Panzer I and II played a significant part in the blitzkrieg campaigns that brought Germany such extraordinary success in the early years of the Second World War, and this highly illustrated volume in the TankCraft series is the ideal introduction to them. The...

This vintage book is a collection of vintage articles on the design and construction of steam engines and beam engines. Highly detailed and full of useful tips, this volume will appeal to the serious model enthusiast with an interest in steam power, and would...

George Bradford's latest collection of scale drawings of armored fighting vehicles focuses on the years from World War I to the eve of World War II, a period of fast-paced AFV development around the world. The volume is filled with detailed diagrams of more...

Now in its sixth edition, this book is the definitive work on the small precision lathe, past and present. The bulk of de Carle's original text has been retained and covers basic construction, selection, care of and accessories for the lathe, as well as...

Trench Crawl models the reality of advancing through a prepared trench system.Players command a small force tasked with pushing forward through defensive works whose layout is unknown and only revealed as the advance continues. Trenches bend, break, and intersect unpredictably. Contacts occur at close...

The Messerschmitt Bf 109 E is shown. This book consists of 16 pages and features detailed scale plans in 1/72 scale. It includes 14 color profiles, providing a visual guide to various markings. Captions are presented in English, complemented by color profile captions, which...

The destroyer Spravedlivyy was constructed in the Severniy Sudostroitelniy Zavod imeni A.A. Zhdanova (Shipyard No. 190) in 1954-1956 as one of 27 Project 56 destroyers, also known as the Spokoinyy class (designated Kotlin by NATO). They were destroyers in the old fashion, created in...

Author: Lukasz Gladysiak,Mike Koenig,Jacek SzafranskiISBN-10: 8364596233ISBN-13: 9788364596230Publisher: KageroLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/19/2014Pages: 84Format: Paperback

""More Baskets And How To Make Them"" by Mary White is a comprehensive guidebook for basket weaving enthusiasts. The book features step-by-step instructions for creating a variety of baskets, including traditional styles and contemporary designs. The author provides detailed information on materials, tools, and...

This book compiles the 4-view color profiles, scale plans, and photo details of the single variant of the Avia S-199.Author: Dariusz KarnasISBN-10: 8366549224ISBN-13: 9788366549227Publisher: MMPLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/28/2021Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.25lbsSize: 11.50h x 8.00w x 0.20d

Make a magical statement on your bookshelf with the first officially licensed Harry Potter book nook, a DIY building kit featuring a scene of platform 93/4 at King's Cross Station and including a finely detailed Hogwarts Express train engine car with LED headlight. Window...

The first major campaign the Royal Hungarian Army fought against the Red Army in Ukraine from July until November of 1941.The Barbarossa campaign started on 22 June 1941, pitting the forces of the Soviet Union against those of the Third Reich and its allies....

By the turn of the events, at the very begging of the first Balkan war, entirely unexpectedly an example of R.E.P type F fell into the hands of the Serbian Army. This example was ordered by the Ottoman empire, and when the war started...

Ju 87 D (Dora) is another version of this popular dive bomber. Despite the weak armor and less sufficient performance, the Stukas were still produced due to the lack of a successor. However, the plane underwent some modifications that allowed it to be used...

The P-47D was the most produced version of the Thunderbolt fighter. From overall number of 15 683 P-47s built the 12 609 of them were the version D. The first trial P-47D left the factory in September 1942. The first serial version of the...

Master Modeller Liejon Schoot presents a visual guide to constructing a fully detailed replica of the complex interior of the famous Elefant Tank destroyer from scratch. He then goes on to modify the exterior to the same incredibly high standards as the 488 images...

116 pages featuring 3 different model builds and 40 pages of walkaround images from the scrapyard Armour. Modelling Scenes from a Russian Armour Scrapyard by David Parker, Mark Neville, and Andy TaylorAuthor: David Parker,Mark Neville,Andy TaylarISBN-10: 0993564607ISBN-13: 9780993564604Publisher: Afv ModellerLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/27/2017Pages: 116Format: PaperbackWeight:...

Experience firsthand the joys of building and flying your very own model airplane design. Put into practice the lessons from my previous book, RCadvisor's Model Airplane Design Made Easy. Follow along as we design, build, and fly a modern radio-controlled model airplane. Lofty Design...

A tremendous resource for toy collectors and dealers, this new book compiles the catalogs of the Hubley Manufacturing Company from 1946 to 1965. Each page is reproduced in full color, making it an invaluable reference for identifying and dating Hubley toys. Hubley was incorporated...

The Hubley Manufacturing Company was incorporated in 1894 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and produced wonderful toys throughout its history. Early Hubley production consisted of numerous cast iron toys including various horse drawn vehicles, guns, household appliances, and more. With the automotive age, cars, trucks, and...

This book presents a unique selection of the most rare and collectible toy cars made in Japan and Hong Kong in the 1950s and 1960s. Three particular groups of toys are covered: the magnificent large-scale tinplate cars made for the American market; the smaller...

The Panzerkampfwagen IV has often been referred to as the 'workhorse' of the German Army in World War II. This important weapon went through several upgrades and improvements and was the only German tank to have been produced continuously throughout the entire war. This...

The term Marder (meaning weasel) was the name given to this family of open-topped tank destroyers. Combining high mobility and heavy firepower, they saw significant combat action in several theatres, This book provides a detailed guide to modelling the Marder in 1/35 scale, and...

In the second half of World War II the German Army faced numerically superior armoured forces on the Eastern and Western Fronts. In order to counter this threat, tank destroyer production was increased. One of these tank destroyers was the Jagdpanzer 38 (t), or...

This unusual early work was written with a view to affording a new and interesting hobby for those pursuing the various branches of Arts and Crafts. Extensively illustrated with full page diagrams and 8 full page plates. Contents Include: Old Methods and Their Limits;...

Norwegian Model Princessina captured by Kenneth Gjesdal over a three year period. She is just as amazing to work with as she seems in the photos. This publication contains nude art, mostly black and white.Author: Kenneth GjesdalISBN-10: 138982893XISBN-13: 9781389828935Publisher: BlurbLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/21/2017Pages: 114Format: HardcoverWeight:...

This new photo album is number 20 in the MMPBooks/Stratus "Camera On" series and is the first to cover an anti-aircraft weapon alone and whilst there have been a few books covering medium German 37mm Flak weapons before the 37 mm Flak 18/36/37 has...

In late 1944 and 1945 the Panther tank played an important role in Germany's desperate efforts to stem the Allied advance on the Western Front. The Panther, perhaps the best armored vehicle produced by Germany during the Second World War, was a key element...

Turn your small workspace into a "garage factory" and learn how to design and build your own RC boats from scratch. This beginner-friendly guide unlocks the exciting world of hobbyist boating, showing you how to create durable and waterproof RC boats that perform beautifully...

Your World, Your Way. You already know how to follow the instructions. This book is for what comes after. Building LEGO Worlds gives you the toolkit to create environments that feel like real places: landscapes with depth and texture, streets that seem to go...

The Japanese cruiser Chikuma According to the provisions of the Treaty of London light cruisers could be armed with cannons with a maximum caliber of 155mm in quantities up to 15 pieces. Japanese engineers, admirals and Fukuda Fujimoto developed a draft of the ship...

This vintage book is a complete guide to building model historical boats, with information on tools and equipment, complete directions for assembly, practical tips and hints, and more. Profusely illustrated and highly accessible, this volume is ideal for those with little previous experience, and...

Turn your passion for RC drifting into a creative, skill-building workshop right inside your garage. This practical guide shows how anyone with curiosity and patience can start building customizable RC drift cars that look stunning, perform smoothly, and appeal to racing hobbyists around the...

This is the perfect add-on supplement not just for Helion's famous 'Paper Boys' book series but for other wargames periods and systems too. In this book you will find all the building you need for a 18th and 19th rural or city landscaped terrain....

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

The P-47 Thunderbolt, affectionately nicknamed the 'Jug', was one of the most famous fighter aircraft of World War II. Used as both a high-altitude escort fighter and a low-level fighter-bomber, it quickly gained a reputation for being tough and resilient. Many different air forces...

WWII saw the development of a huge range of armed and unarmed military vehicles - anti-aircraft gun platforms, ambulances, artillery tractors, fuel bowsers, jeeps, trucks and troop carriers - these are essential for use in many dioramas and vignettes.Author: Rodrigo Hernandez CabosISBN-10: 1841761397ISBN-13: 9781841761398Publisher:...

Presents over 160 photographs of captured and destroyed Soviet aircraft from World War II's Eastern Front.This new photo album is number 35 in the MMPBooks/Stratus "Camera On" series and vol. 2 features over 160 photographs of captured and destroyed Soviet aircraft from the Eastern...

The Sherman tank was the principal US and Allied tank of World War II with more Shermans manufactured than all German tanks combined. Not only were large numbers manufactured, but there was a very wide range of variants powered by different types of engines,...

The German Fallschirmj_ger were elite soldiers, a factor that continues to ensure their popular appeal today, particularly among modellers. There are many Fallschirmj_ger figures on the market, in plastic, metal and resin, and in all three of the most popular scales - 1/35, 1/32...

The F4U Corsair's combat career was longer than that of almost any other World War II fighter aircraft. Its success led to its service around the globe, and it was employed by the US Navy, British Fleet Air Arm and the Royal New Zealand...

Although not as glamorous as vehicles such as the Panther and Tiger, the Panzer IV formed an extremely important part of the German armoured forces during World War II. This title provides detailed 1/72-scale build articles on a Panzer IV Ausf. H in winter...

The 'Bison' and 'Grille' are today's commonly used names for the German self-propelled 15cm schwere Infanteriegeschütz 33 (sIG 33) vehicles of World War II. The sIG 33 was the most powerful support weapon for the German infantry at the beginning of the war and...

Tank destroyers were the US Army's response to blitzkrieg, and were based around the concept of mounting a large anti-tank gun on a light, fast moving vehicle. They served in the Mediterranean, Pacific, and North-West Europe theatres, and were also supplied to other Allied...

""How To Cut Drawings On Scratchboard"" by Merritt Dana Cutler is a comprehensive guidebook for artists who want to learn how to create intricate and detailed illustrations on scratchboard. The book covers everything from the basic tools and materials needed to get started, to...

Author: Bob BardISBN-10: 125821296XISBN-13: 9781258212964Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/15/2011Pages: 210Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.63lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.44d