2007 Die Cast Buys of the Week

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We will start our second year of featuring certain die cast items each week. We use the term "die cast" somewhat liberally, as we feature not only traditional die cast items, but also resin and mostly plastic items as well. The keys are that each featured item come pre-painted and requires either no or little assembly.

The first selections are about to posted...

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Early January is a great time to take advantages of sales, and die cast vendors certainly offer their fair share (although most of us certainly would not object if there were even more). All of our selections for this week fall into this this category.

Perry Aircraft Hobbies has four versions of the recently released 1:72 scale Corgi Catalina. Two of the three are offered for $49.95 and a diorama is available for $54.95. See them here:

http://www.perryaircraft.com/cgi-bin/DATABASE/PAHcgi.pl/default.htm?MODEL=Catalina&view_records=1&so=ascend&sb=2&MATCHFILE=Catalina#old36103

Not to be outdone, Bad Cat is offering a Witty 1:72 scale F-16 Falcon from Edwards Air Force Base (which I just drove by today) for just $19.00. See it on the taxiway here:

http://badcattoys.stores.yahoo.net/ffaetece1wiw.html

Bad Cat also leads our AFV offerings this week. They have a 21st Century 1:32 M7 Priest for $14.00. See it lobbing HE shells here:

http://www.badcataviation.com/m7prseprhoki.html

From the Flying Mule's sale, we feature


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Quantity in Basket: none
Status: ON SALE $39.99 Save 50%
Price: $19.99

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Corgi Military Vehicles CC51025
M4 Sherman Tank Diecast Model
US Army 341st Tank Btn, "Anvil", Normandy, France, D-Day June 6th 1944

1:50 Scale Length WidthM4 Sherman Tank 4.5" 2.25"
This model is weathered with simulated water running down the sides and features deep water wading exhausts.

You can see if it sinks or swims here:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/CG-CC51025 (http://www.flyingmule.com/products/CG-CC51025)

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The sales of January continue, providing good news to the holiday depleted wallets of collectors everywhere.

We'll start with a whole page of specials, including a good many on the almost never discounted King and Country line at the Spirit of '76. Be sure to check out the K & C specials, but our featured item is a short barreled grau Pz IV from WBritain. This piece, like all WBritain WW II offerings, is in the 1:35 scale. The discounted price is $45.00.

Here's the link to the sales page, with the featured item appearing second from the bottom:

http://www.spirit-of-76.com/onsale/index.htm

Our second featured AFV is a relatively new offering from Dragon in their neo-classic 1:72 scale. It is a captured T-34/85 in German dress for $13.75. Details & picture from Great Models are here:


http://www.kitlink.com/Products/images/Dmldragon/DRR60249.JPG Dragon Armor
DRR60249 1/72 DRR60249 German T-34/85 Mod., Poland, 1944
Category: Pre-Painted Armor Models 1/72

features a captured T-34/85 that appeared on the Eastern Front. historically accurate "hybrid" paint scheme with German national markings. detailed and weathered track links. true to 1/72 scale. includes dust-proof display case

The link is here:

http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=DRR60249 (http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=DRR60249)

Let's gain altitude for our pick of the air. Our first pick is the rarely done UK Bristol Beaufighter. The Mark X is from IXO in the 1:72 scale and is available from Bad Cat for $19.95. See it armed to teeth here:

http://www.badcataviation.com/brbemkxuk1ix.html (http://www.badcataviation.com/brbemkxuk1ix.html)


Diecast Direct has our final featured item. It is a 1:48 scale Armour Chinese MIG 15 for a low $34.99. As I post this, there are only three left. So if you are interested, hurry to this link:

http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_modules/add_item.asp?ProductCode=A-E070

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Our ground selections this week focus of the Tiger and King Tiger. All selections this week are from Dragon.

Dragon 1:72 scale AFVs are probably the finest in that size and certainly are the best value. That is doubly true when you can find one on sale. This week we have found a Porsche KT at Pete's for only $9.99.


DRR60042Dragon$15.95 $9.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/DRR60042.JPG CLOSEOUT Sd.Kfz.182 King Tiger (Porsche Turret) 3.sPzAbt 503 France 1944. Special Price: $9.99 Scale: 1/72 IN STOCKShipping: $9.00

The link is here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Dragon&ItemNo=DRR60042#item

Our second pick has appeared before, but not at this low price. It is an initial production 1:35 scale Dragon Tiger in winter camo being offered for only $49.95 by Bad Cat. See it here:

http://www.badcataviation.com/tiiiprs1drmo.html


Our first flying feature is a Dragon 1:72 scale F-15-E Strike Eagle on closeout from Diecast Direct. They only have one left at the closeout price of $18.88. If you are interested, you might want to speed click here:

http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_modules/add_item.asp?ProductCode=DW50147

Our final item is from Great Models and is a 1:72 scale Dragon early version of the P-47D with bird cage cockpit on sale for $14.95


http://www.kitlink.com/Products/images/Dmldragon/dr50116.JPG Dragon Wings
DRW50116
1/72 DRW50116 P-47D Thunderbolt Razorback 'The Turnip Termites'
Category: Pre-Painted Aircraft Models 1/72
47th Fighter Squadron, 15th FG. Features: Removable Weapons, Detailed Cockpits, Opening Canopies, Moving Wing Flaps, Pre-assembled and Display In Flight or In Landing Mode. Jan. '05. All Accessories (http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/search.cgi?terms=TAM60770&boolean=OR&category=Accessories_For_DRW50116)
Accessories In Stock (http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/search.cgi?terms=TAM60770&boolean=OR&instock=1&category=Accessories_For_DRW50116) Status: On Sale & In StockRetail Price: $24.95Your Price: $14.95

Link to it here:

http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=DRW50116

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This week both of our AFV picks are Allied vehicles from World War II.

The first is the Queen of the Desert, the Matilda Mk. II. Ours is in 1:32 scale from Forces of Valor and is offered for $22.95 by 3000 Toys.

http://www.3000toys.com/images/FORCES_OF_VALOR/81301.jpg

Here's the link:

http://www.3000toys.com/catalog/item_detail.aspx?itemfind=FORCES%20OF%20VALOR81301

Our second AFV selection takes us to the cold steppes of Russia. Hard to find in stock, The Flying Mule has it and for a price close to mass market version that can occasionally be seen at Target. Here is the Forces of Valor 1:72 scale SU-122:

http://www.flyingmule.com/img/prd/UM-85041_01_lrg.gif Code: UM-85041
Quantity in Basket: none
Status: New Item In Stock
Price: $9.99

Here's the link:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/UM-85041



Gaining altitude, we have three items featured this week.

The first two are World War II war birds from Carousel 1 and part of the January sale at The Flying Mule. Both of these 1:48 scale birds can be yours for $39.99 a piece.

See the Emil here:

http://www.flyingmule.com/img/prd/CA-7103_01_lrg.gif Code: CA-7103
Quantity in Basket: none
Status: ON SALE $69.99 Save 43%
Price: $39.99

Carousel 1 AirCraft 7103
Messerschmitt Bf 109E Diecast Model
Luftwaffe JG 3 Udet, Franz von Werra, Battle of Britain, 1940
Limited Edition

1:48 ScaleLengthWidthMesserschmitt Bf 109E7.5"8.25"

The link to this Bf 109 here:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/CA-7103 (http://www.flyingmule.com/products/CA-7103)


The RAF P-40 Warhawk appears below:

http://www.flyingmule.com/img/prd/CA-6103_01_lrg.gif Code: CA-6103Quantity in Basket: none Status: ON SALE $69.99 Save 43%Price: $39.99 Carousel 1 AirCraft 6103P-40 Warhawk Diecast ModelRAF No.250 Sqn, Clive Caldwell, Libya, August 1941, (Tomahawk IIB) Limited Edition 1:48 Scale Length WidthCurtiss P-40 Warhawk 8.25" 9.25"Here's the link:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/CA-6103


Our final item is from the modern skies. Offered by Diecast Direct for $22.22 is the Dragon 1:72 scale F-18F Hornet "Diamondbacks". They won't let me show the picture of the three they have left. So check it out ASAP if you are interested. You can do that here:

http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_modules/add_item.asp?ProductCode=DW50082

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The Colts have won the Super Bowl and our attention, or at least at little of it, returns to things die cast.

Our first AFV is an early production Tiger 1 from the Dragon 1:72 scale line. It is from 3000 Toys and is available for $13.95. Picture it here:

Tiger I (Early Production), 8/2. PzGrenDiv. "Das Reich", Russia 1943
This 1/72 static model features an Early Production Tiger I of the PzGrenDiv "Das Reich" in Russia in 1943.
Features:
- Authentic camouflage & markings
- Realistic rotating turret with gun
- Track links treated with special weathering effect
- Nicely designed plastic display case included


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The link is here:

http://www.3000toys.com/catalog/item_detail.aspx?itemfind=DRAGON60098

Our second AFV offering is from the same line and in the same scale and is also in the same AFV lineage. It is a winter camoed Sturmtiger from Diecast Direct for just a buck more at $14.95. Diecast Direct won't let me show you the picture of this mini-monster, but you can see it by clicking:

http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_modules/add_item.asp?ProductCode=DW60025


Our first areal offering is from my favorite maker of air plane die cast products, GMP. Some of you may recognize this company from their well know race car line. Their 1:35 planes are also excellent and at most sites will set you back about $150 a pop. You can certainly pick one up at a significantly lower price through an on-line auction. But among the best prices that I have found from an on-line store is our first aircraft pick this week. From Pro Star 2 Collectibles, Inc, we feature a "Cripes A Mighty 3rd" livery of the P-51D Mustang for $79.95. See it here:

09663B34 Cripes A Mighty 3rd P-51 Mustang WWII Fighter 1/35 GMP
$79.95 $79.95
Buyer to pay S&H $10.00 UPS in 48 States
This item is new in the box. Cripes A Mighty 3rd P-51 Mustang WWII Fighter 1/35 GMP. The replica features fully functional landing gear, flaps, rudder, a sliding canopy, and removable engine cowling. Each replica is serialized, with a limited run. Bonus 128 pg. book included with each purchase. 352nd Fighter Group by Thomas G Ivie. This book has tons of stories from the pilots that flew in the war and features many rare photos of the P-51s they piloted. 1 of 1,000. Wingspan 13 inches, Length 11 inches, and Height 5 inches.


http://www.prostar2collectibles.com/images/9000/09663.jpg

Link to it here:

http://prostar2collectibles.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/09663.html


Our final pick comes from Great Models and can be had for $14.95. It is:

Dragon Wings
DRW50161

1/72 DRW50161 Spitfire Mk. Vb 'Maj. Levine', 4th FS U.S.A.A.F., Tunisia 1943
Category: Pre-Painted Aircraft Models 1/72 4th FS U.S.A.A.F., Tunisia 1943. It features a large American Flag on the fuselage as well as a pierced skull emblem. Also visible are the 3 kill markings below the windscreen and Major Levines name.

http://www.kitlink.com/Products/images/Dmldragon/DRW50161.JPG














Link to it here:

http://www.greatmodels.com/index.cgi?item_num=DRW50161

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Minichamps makes some of the best die cast AFVs available today. Checking my sources, it appears that almost all the dealer have no or very limited stock of any such AFV that has been released. Finding any at all can be a challenge, but finding one at a decent price is an almost an impossible quest at this moment. However, I have uncovered two Minichamps classics from AWA at prices that you can almost afford--$79.20 a pop. My suspicions are that stock is very limited. So you should probably place your order ASAP!

Minichamps are in the 1:35 scale (give or take), and are very heavy die cast with great details and working suspensions. Our first selection is the camo version of the Tiger 1. This is a mid-production Tiger. See it here:

http://www.ewa1.com/md/mim10001.jpg


The link is here:

http://www.ewa1.com/cgi-bin/sshp/shop.cgi?ud=BgcKAQMBBQQHBxQVHBMTFQQKBg8BCAoEBgARFg AA&storeid=1&sortby=sortcode&searchtext=military&cols=1&&c=detail.htm&itemid=MIM10001

Our second AFV is another Minichamps classic, the Jagdpanther. Here it is:

http://www.ewa1.com/md/mim19024.jpg

The link to it can be found here:

http://www.ewa1.com/cgi-bin/sshp/shop.cgi?ud=BggLAQMBBQQHBxQVHBMTFQADDw4BCAoEBgARFg AA&storeid=1&sortby=sortcode&searchtext=military&cols=1&&c=detail.htm&itemid=MIM19024


OK let's go to the air. Closest to the ground is an item from the great Franklin Mint/Armour sale being held at the Monkey Depot. Available for just $34.95 it is a 1:48 Cobra helicopter. Here are more details and a picture:

Franklin Mint B11E297 https://www.monkeydepot.com/productimages/franklinmint/fm0132.jpg
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AH-1 G Cobra US Army Widow Maker Vietnam 1971 1/48 Franklin Mint Armour

The link to it at the Monkey is here:

https://www.monkeydepot.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=11043

Our final item is from the current era at Diecast Direct, who will not let me show it to you. It is a Dragon 1:72 F-15E Strike Eagle "Sneakly Carrot" is offered for closeout price of just $18.88.

See her here before someone else snaps it up:

http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_modules/add_item.asp?ProductCode=DW50222

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As was done last week, I have uncovered two Minichamps classics from EWA at prices that you can almost afford--$79.20 a pop. My suspicions are that stock is very limited. In fact one of these is said to be the "last one." So if you want one, you should probably place your order ASAP!

Minichamps are in the 1:35 scale (give or take), and are very heavy die cast with great details and working suspensions. Our first selection is the:

Military SD.KFZ.25 Half Track Russia
Winter 1/35 . . . . Ref.No. MIM11271 by MINICHAMPS MILITARY
Year: - n/a; Scale. 1/35, metal built, 412% qc% </B>
-SALE! 30% off List - was $99

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The link is here:

http://www.ewa1.com/cgi-bin/sshp/shop.cgi?ud=BQYMDgYGBQQHBxQVHBMTFQEBBAQIAQ0EBgARFg AA&storeid=1&sortby=sortcode&cols=1&categories=006&&c=detail.htm&itemid=MIM11271

Going forward in time, our second pick, which appears in west German livery is:

Military M48 tank A2GA2 Battle Tank
. . . . Ref.No. MIM41001 by MINICHAMPS MILITARY /LAST ONE
Year: - n/a; Scale. 1/35, metal built, 76% qc% </B>
-SALE! 30% off List - was $99

http://www.ewa1.com/th/md/mim41001.jpg (http://www.ewa1.com/cgi-bin/sshp/shop.cgi?ud=&c=picpopup.htm&t=pop.htm&large_image=/md/mim41001.jpg)

Here's the link:

http://www.ewa1.com/cgi-bin/sshp/shop.cgi?ud=AQIIDgYGBQQHBxQVHBMTFQEBBAQIAQ0EBgARFg AA&storeid=1&sortby=sortcode&cols=1&categories=006&&c=detail.htm&itemid=MIM41001


In the event that you prefer aircraft, our third selection is a 1:72 scale IXO Dauntless in early war US livery for a closeout price of $15.00 at Bad Cat. Living up to their name, Bad Cat will not less us show a picture, but you can see it here:

http://www.badcataviation.com/sbda1ixoix.html

Our final selection is from Big Boys War Toys, which is apparently going out of business and liquidating their inventory. Our pick is the:


F-16C 115th FW

"USAF Wisconsin ANG, 50th Anniversary"

1:72 SCALE
LENGTH: ABOUT 7 1/2"
WINGSPAN: ABOUT 5 1/2"

The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a compact, multi-role fighter aircraft. It is highly maneuverable and has proven itself in air-to-air combat and air-to-surface attack. It provides a relatively low-cost, high-performance weapon system for the United States and allied nations. This plane belongs to the 115th Tactical Fighter Wing of the Wisconsin Air National Guard, flying out of Truax Field, Madison, Wisconsin.




http://www.bigboyswartoys.com/Media/Product/DRW50007.jpg

With 20% off the listed price, you should be able to fly it home for bit more than $20.00.

The link is here

http://www.bigboyswartoys.com/cgi-bin/prod_page.pl?item=DRW50007

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Our AFV picks this week bear different brand names, but they are both De Agostini products. Both are in the unusual 1:43 scale and like the 1:72 Dragons come with their own individual display cases.

Our first pick is from CR GRACE COLLECTIBLES:

Schuco German Rocket Halftrack SDKFZ 215 Fuss 363872

Price: $15.99

http://gallery.bcentral.com/images/bump.gifSchuco German Rocket Halftrack

http://imagescommerce.bcentral.com/merchantfiles/4030300/3246387a.jpg


The link is here:

http://gallery.bcentral.com/GID4030300P5021809-SCHUCO/Schuco-German-Rocket-Halftrack-SDKFZ-215-Fuss-363872.aspx

Our second AFV selection is from DieCast Direct and is the Puma "Germany 1944". It is from the EDG line and can be snared for $14.95. They won't let me show it, but you can check it out here:

http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_modules/add_item.asp?ProductCode=EDG851721


Big Boys War Toys has been trying to liquidate its stock and go out of business (or so it would appear) for some time. Both of our airborne picks are from their remaining inventory and both feature a 20% discount from the stated price.

The first is available for about $64 (with the 20% discount) and is:

http://www.bigboyswartoys.com/Media/Product/CORAA34901.jpg
Messerschmitt Bf109G "Red 6"

Arnold Doring, 2./JG300, Germany, 1943

1:32 SCALE DIECAST METAL

WINGSPAN: ABOUT 12"

JG 300, the original "Wilde Sau" unit, used the Bf109 in answer to the Allied use of "Window," which temporarily blinded radar and hampered conventional night fighters. Under the "Wilde Sau" system, single-engine fighters of an entire staffel or gruppe were readied for attack by Allied fighters/bombers. The gruppes were dispatched in sections: The first section would take off within 15 minutes of expected enemy aircraft, with additional sections taking off at set periods hence.



The link to it is here:

http://www.bigboyswartoys.com/cgi-bin/prod_page.pl?item=CORAA34901


Our second pick for about $24 (discount included) is:

http://www.bigboyswartoys.com/Media/Product/CORAA33211.jpg
F-4J Phantom Michigan, 1980

1:72 SCALE DIECAST METAL

WINGSPAN: ABOUT 7"






It's link is here:

http://www.bigboyswartoys.com/cgi-bin/prod_page.pl?item=CORAA33211

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Our first pick this week is the largest land based fighting vehicle, historically speaking, that we have ever featured. From Great Models it is:

Can.Do Pocket Army
CDO20027

1/144 CDO20027 Super Heavy Self-Propelled Karl Mortar
Category: Pre-Painted Armor Models 1/144
This series includes: 54 cm Super Heavy Self-Propelled Mortar (two types of markings) & 60 cm Super Heavy Self-Propelled Mortar (two types of markings). each includes a sturdy display case & a detailed diorama. Price for ONE piece. Status: On Sale & In StockRetail Price: $9.95Your Price: $5.95

See it here:

http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=CDO20027


our second ground selection is also big. At 1:18 scale, the Ultimate Soldier XD M41 Walker Bulldog tank will a good bit of your display space! Including the 20% discount offered by Big boys War Toys, you can almost get in and drive it home yourself if you have about $38.40. Take a look:


http://www.bigboyswartoys.com/Media/Product/10125S2.jpg
Bulldog Tank (Winter-Weathered)

1:18 SCALE IS FOR USE WITH 4 INCH FIGURES

This is an authentic 1:18 scale replica of a Vietnam era M41 Walker Bulldog tank. This tank has been "winterized" and includes one figure. Packaged on a black display case in a window box. Recommended for ages 5 and up.

The M41 "Walker Bulldog" Tank was a light tank designed to be air-transportable and to provide mobile firepower in combat. The M41 was developed from the T37 series of light tank designs from World War II. Design began in 1949 with the intent of creating a replacement for the M24 Chaffee. The M41 is named for Gen. W.W. Walker who was killed in a jeep accident in Korea.


While the M41 was highly maneuverable, reasonably potent, simple to operate, and effective in combat, it also used fuel at an alarming rate and was extremely noisy. Its main gun was fully stabilized and very accurate for the time. Produced in the 1950´s by Cadillac´s Cleveland Tank Plant with first production models completed in 1951. By 1953 the M41 Bulldog had totally replaced the M24 Chaffee. The US did not use the M41 in combat in Vietnam but did provide a number of them to the South Vietnamese during 1965 as part of a massive re-equipment program. The M41 was highly effective against North Vietnamese T-54/55 tanks in the Vietnam war with its 76mm gun. However, in Vietnam the M41 suffered from being too light for most traditional battlefield support tasks and too heavy for most internal security tasks.













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Almost forgot the link:

http://www.bigboyswartoys.com/cgi-bin/prod_page.pl?item=10125S2

It's time to go to the air. Our first selection is again from Great Models. It is a Dragon Wings is a politically correct FW 190 A-3. While I like the Dragon line of airplanes, I don't like the fact that I have to add decals to the tail of the German planes to make them historically accurate. But if PC is OK with you or you don't mind slapping on a couple of decals that are not included, at $11.95, this plane might be for you.


http://www.kitlink.com/Products/images/Dmldragon/DR50085.JPG Dragon Wings
DRW50085 1/72 DRW50085 Fw-190A-3 'Black', Staffelkapitan 8./JG 26, Wevelghem, March 1942
Category: Pre-Painted Aircraft Models 1/72 Oberleutnant Karl Boris 8./JG 26 Wevelghem 1942

The link is here:

http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=DRW50085

Our final selection is from Spirit of "76. Offer on clearance for only $8.50, it is a Forces of Valor:

British Panavia Tornado GR.1 - An all weather, low-level, superior air-to-air and air-to-ground fighter, the Panavia Tornado is capable of supersonic flight and can be equipped with an extensive range of conventional ammunition. 1:72 Scale.

http://www.spirit-of-76.com/aircraftvehicles/aircraft/forcesofvalor/80011s.jpg (http://www.spirit-of-76.com/aircraftvehicles/aircraft/forcesofvalor/80011.jpg)

See it and some other good deals here:

http://www.spirit-of-76.com/onsale/index.htm

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Our armor selections this week are from two different nationalities and entirely different fronts of World War II.

The first is a 1:32 scale Figarti M-3 Stuart (Honey) light tank is UK lend lease desert camo. Treefrog has it on sale and is offering this piece for only $45.00. See it here:


http://www.treefrogtreasures.com/images/B3215a.jpg

[LEFT]The link is here:

http://www.treefrogtreasures.com/detail.aspx?ID=661


Our second armour selection wa featured last year and is worth a reprise this year while it is still available. It is the Corgi 1:50 scale Kurland 1944 Tiger. CR Grace still has it and will put it into your hands for only $18.99. See it here:

http://imagescommerce.bcentral.com/merchantfiles/4030300/HC60507_Tiger1Tank_German.jpeg

The link is here:

http://gallery.bcentral.com/GID4030300P4560785-CORGI-MILITARY/Corgi-German-Tiger-2-Kompanie-Abteilung-510-HC60507.aspx


Our first selection from the air is also a Corgi. From Spirit of 76, it is a AH-64D Apache Longbow- US Army, 1st Battalion in 1:64 scale for only $9.90. See her here:

http://www.spirit-of-76.com/aircraftvehicles/aircraft/corgi/US95132s.jpg (http://www.spirit-of-76.com/aircraftvehicles/aircraft/corgi/US95132.jpg)

The link is:

http://www.spirit-of-76.com/aircraftvehicles/aircraft/corgi/index.htm

Our final pick of the week is your choice of Eagles International P-51Bs. I rate these 1:48 scale birds second only to the GMP line and neck in neck with Carousel 1. Wings and Wheels have three different liveries on sale for $69.95

See them here:

http://www.dmddesign.com/users/wingsandwheel//images/eagles/10004a.jpg

http://www.dmddesign.com/users/wingsandwheel//images/eagles/10006dinghaob.jpg

http://www.dmddesign.com/users/wingsandwheel//images/eagles/10007108b.jpg

The link is here:

http://www.dmddesign.com/users/wingsandwheel//clearance.htm

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Our first ground selection will be those hunting AFVs. From W. Britain and the Treefrog Treasures sale page, we have a German winter PAK 40 with four crewmen in the 1:32 (54 mm) scale for $74.00. See this retired item here:

Home (http://www.treefrogtreasures.com/) > Sale Items (http://www.treefrogtreasures.com/SearchResult.aspx?CategoryID=1053) > W. Britain (http://www.treefrogtreasures.com/SearchResult.aspx?CategoryID=1072) > World War II (http://www.treefrogtreasures.com/SearchResult.aspx?CategoryID=1088) > German PAK 40 Cannon and Crew


http://www.treefrogtreasures.com/images/17599.JPG



German PAK 40 Cannon and Crew 17599 Wm. Britain $112.00 $74.00(Savings: $38.00) Retired

The link is here:

http://www.treefrogtreasures.com/detail.aspx?ID=331

Our second ground pounder selection is a Corgi 1:50 scale Sherman offered by G.R. Grace for $18.99. Check it out below:

http://imagescommerce.bcentral.com/merchantfiles/4030300/CC51016.jpeg

US ARMY SHERMAN TANK TEAM O'HARA 10TH ARMORED DIVISION. THE 10TH ARMORED DIVISION WAS KNOWN FOR THE DISTINCTIVE TACTICAL NUMBERS NUMBERS PAINTED ON THE SIDES OF THEIR TANKS. THIS WAS THE ONLY MAJOR TANK UNIT IN BASTOGNE DURING THE SIEGE AND WAS USED IN SUPPORT OF THE PERIMETER WITH TASK FORCE O'HARA. IT WAS KNOCKED OUT BY THE PANZER LEHR DIVISION. 1:50 SCALE DIECAST. CORGI PRODUCED PROMOTIONAL FOR THE HISTORY CHANNEL.

The link is:

http://gallery.bcentral.com/GID4030300P3706349-CORGI-MILITARY/CORGI-US-ARMY-SHERMAN-TANK-10TH-ARMORED-DIVISON-HC51018.aspx


Becoming airborne in the early part of World War II, we select a 1:72 scale Corgi Bf 109E-4 flown by Helmut Wick. He can be seen on your six:

http://www.monkeydepot.com/productimages/corgi/cr0023.jpg

You can pick up yours for $17.95 from the Monkey Depot at this link:

http://www.monkeydepot.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=9705

Our final pick is from the Spirit of 76's sale page. It is a Corgi 1:72 scale
Heinkel HE 111H-4 Eastern Front - The Luftwaffe's KG26s reached the height of their effectiveness attacking convoys with a tactic called the "golden comb." Wingspan 12.4" (1:72).

http://www.spirit-of-76.com/aircraftvehicles/aircraft/corgi/AA33706s.jpg (http://www.spirit-of-76.com/aircraftvehicles/aircraft/corgi/AA33706.jpg)

You can fly it home for only $38.50, or if you want another livery you can pay a little more for two other versions that are also on sale. The link to the sale page that shows all three and much more is:

http://www.spirit-of-76.com/aircraftvehicles/aircraft/corgi/index.htm

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Starting with an AFV from the modern era, we feature a 1:72 scale Dragon Bradley available from Pete's at only $9.99.


DRR60033Dragon$14.95 $9.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/DRR60033.JPG CLOSEOUT M2A2 ODS Bradley, I-4I Infantry, Ist Armored Division, Baghdad 2003 Special Price: $9.99 Scale: 1/72 IN STOCKShipping: $9.00

The link to this deal is here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Specials&ItemNo=DRR60033#item


Our second AFV selection takes us back in time, but up in scale and in price. From Micro Macro Mundo Inc. (http://www.rocousa.com/) we feature the 1:48 scale Tamiya Masterworks PZ III L in grau for $46.92.

http://www.rocousa.com/TAMIYA/TA26520.jpg (http://www.rocousa.com/DETAIL.ASP?PRODUCT_ID=TA26520)

The link is here:

http://www.rocousa.com/DETAIL.ASP?PRODUCT_ID=TA26520


OK it's time to gain air speed and altitude to reach our first pick from the skies. This week it's the newly issued Corgi 1:72 Hawker Typhoon IB - Beamont. It can be plucked from JoePilot for just $22.88.

http://joepilot.com/mmJOEPILOT/Images/AA36502.jpg

The link to its hanger is here:

http://joepilot.com/itemdesc.asp?ic=AA36502&eq=&Tp=


Our last pick for this week is a 1:72 scale Matchbox P-47D offered by DieCast Direct for just $9.99. Hurry if you are interested, as they only have two left. DieCast Direct won't let me show it to you, but you can see it for yourself here:

http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_modules/add_item.asp?ProductCode=MC4499

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There are no April Fools here. To be sure I am posting this a couple hours early to avoid the problem.

Both of our armor selections are from CR Grace. The first is offered for $18.99 and is a:


M4A3 Sherman Tank- Company 'C', 761st Tank Battalion, Task Force Rhine, US Army, Germany 1945
REF: HC51021
Scale: 1:50
Dimensions: 115mm

Based on an original Sherman serving with 761st Tank Battalion, Task Force Rhine, in the final thrust into the German heartland, the original of our 1:50 scale replica is remembered as the 60th Anniversary of VE Day approaches. Features include a rotating gun turret, elevating gun, working tracks and accurate badging.

http://imagescommerce.bcentral.com/merchantfiles/4030300/HC51021_ShermanTank.jpeg

Here's the link:


http://gallery.bcentral.com/GID4030300P4100900-CORGI-MILITARY/Corgi-M4A3-Sherman-Tank-Company-C-761st-HC51021.aspx


Our second pick is from a classic from Verem. In the 1/50 scale, it is:

Verem French AMX 30 B2

Price: $23.50

http://gallery.bcentral.com/images/bump.gifFrench AMX 30 B2 Battle Tankhttp://gallery.bcentral.com/images/bump.gif
http://imagescommerce.bcentral.com/merchantfiles/4030300/V9006.JPG


http://gallery.bcentral.com/images/bump.gifThe link is here:

http://gallery.bcentral.com/GID4030300P482386-VEREM-MILITARY/Verem-French-AMX-30-B2.aspx


OK, we head for the airfield for our next two selections. Our first in flight this week is a 1/72 scale Gaincorp F-15C Eagle on sale at the Flying Mule for $29.99. More here:

Gaincorp World Aircraft Collection 6010
F-15C Eagle Diecast Model
USAF 58th FS Gorillas

1:72 Scale Length WidthMcDonnell Douglas F-15C Eagle 10.75" 7.25"

The 58th Fighter Squadron is one of two combat flying squadrons in the 33d Fighter Wing Operations Group, 33d Fighter Wing.
The mission of the 58th Fighter Squadron is to prepare and maintain a 24 Primary Assigned Aircraft (PAA) combat-coded F-15C squadron for worldwide deployment and air combat operations. The squadron originally transitionned to the F-15 aircraft in 1979. The squadron plans and executes an annual flying hour program of 5,200 sorties to train and maintain the combat readiness of 32 pilots and 300 maintenance personnel for operational taskings in the world's most sophisticated air superiority aircraft. The squadron has more than 320 active-duty and civilian personnel and 27 F-15C/D aircraft assigned. The "Gorillas" maintain and manage $950 million in assets and has an annual budget of $11.5 million. Gaincorp have faithfully reproduced the lines of this aircraft, including opening canopy, moving rudders, and crew access ladder.
Gaincorp World Aircraft Collection (http://www.flyingmule.com/range/diecast-model/aircraft/gaincorp-world-aircraft-collection)

The Gaincorp "World Aircraft Collection" presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.

Gaincorp "World Aircraft Collection" diecast airplanes feature:
Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
Authentic markings and placard details.
Opening or removable canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors.
Selected moving control surfaces.
Permanently extended landing gear with rotating wheels.
Authentic fixed ordnance loads.
Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.The link vector is here:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/GC-6010


Our final selection for this first week in April is a now very difficult to find Corgi 1/32 scale Spitfire. Offered for $81.95 by Dave's Web Shop, which ships quickly and at a reasonable price for such a large and heavy item. Details and picture follow:

Corgi Supermarine Spitfire 1A X4590/PR-F-609 Sqn. RAF



Corgi Supermarine Spitfire 1A X4590/PR-F-609 Sqn. RAF http://www.daveswebshop.com/aa33901.jpg Here's the link:

http://www.daveswebshop.com/aa33901.shtml

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Pete is featuring a version of the outstanding Corgi 1/72 Catalina for just $59.99! See it here:


AA36101Corgi$89.99 $59.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/AA36101.JPG CLOSEOUT Catalina MkIIA - 209 Sq., Pembroke Dock, 1941, LIMITED TIME OFFER!! Special Price: $59.99 Scale: 1/72 LIMITED STOCKShipping: $9.00


The link is here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?ItemNo=pick#item

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As was the case last week, both of our armor selections are from CR Grace. This week both are 1:50 scale Corgi World War II tanks offered for $18.99 each. Our first selection is a British Cromwell Tank.

http://imagescommerce.bcentral.com/merchantfiles/4030300/Untitled%20Photo3.jpg

The link is:

http://gallery.bcentral.com/GID4030300P3407269-CORGI-MILITARY/Corgi-British-Cromwell-Tank-HC60602.aspx

Our second selection can be found on the other side of the line. It is a Panther PzKpfw V Ausf G (model # HC60211).

http://imagescommerce.bcentral.com/merchantfiles/4030300/CC60210.jpeg

Link to it here:

http://gallery.bcentral.com/GID4030300P4100898-CORGI-MILITARY/Corgi-Panther-PzKpfw-V-Ausf-G-HC60211.aspx


We'll stay in the World War II ETO for our aircraft selections. Each is a US fighter in the 1:72 scale.

Many believe that the Dragon P-51Ds are the best in this scale. We were able to find one that is available for only $15.00. It is a CLOSEOUT Limited Edition!! USAAF 8AF, 361st FG, 375th FS-Blue from Pete's.

http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/DRW50051S.JPG

Spot it here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Dragon&ItemNo=DRW50051S#item

Our final selection is a 1/72 P-38J. This one is from Corgi and is one of their finest renderings of a WW II fighter in this scale. It is Robin Olds' bird complete with invasion stripes price at $34.95. Diecast Direct won't let me show it to you, but you can check it out here:

http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_modules/add_item.asp?ProductCode=C36603




Edit: Joe Pilot has the same P-38J and for only $27.49. They will also let me show the information about the plane, if not its picture.

1:72 P-38J Lightning of Capt Robin Olds
List Price: $44.00

Our Price: $27.49

Brands: Corgi USA
Model US36603
Categories: P-38 Lightning
UPC Number: 807903366031


Description

This P-38 was one of the few in the 479th FG that retained its olive drab scheme right up until the unit transitioned to the P-51D in September, 1944.

NEW CASTING!

The red rudder was adopted in place of the 434th FS Ã*s geometric symbol around the time of D-Day. Robin Olds flew at least two P-38Js during his initial months of combat with the 479th FG, this aircraft almost certainly being the last of them.

Item Number: US36603

Here's the link at Joe's:

http://joepilot.com/itemdesc.asp?ic=US36603&eq=&Tp=

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http://www.corgi-usa.com/product_pix/aviation/US36603_P38J_Lightning_th.jpg

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We kick off this week's pick with a great deal on a new Dragon 1/72 scale release. For only only $8.95 Burbank's House of Hobbies offers:

http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-37481201299324_1942_579575633 (http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-37481201299324_1942_579540921)http://us.st1.yimg.com/store1.yimg.com/Img/trans_1x1.gifhttp://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-37481201299324_1945_6305867

1/72 Sd.Kfz.251/7 Ausf.C Pionierpanzerwagen, Kursk 1943

Main Features: - Specialize vehicle carrying two detail bridge sections atop the hull - Full interior details - Rotating twin machine guns - Metal chassis - Full markings of a pioneer unit - Intricately weathered and detailed - True to 1/72 scale - Fully assembled - Includes dust-proof display case - Highly collectible - Open window display packaging

Here's the link:

http://www.houseofhobbies.com/dr1sdaupiku1.html


Our second AFV selection is from CR Grace and is a 1:43 scale US mortar half track offered at $15.99. It is a Schuco US Halftrack Mortar 363797

Price: $15.99

http://gallery.bcentral.com/images/bump.gifSCHUCO US HALFTRACK MORTAR


http://imagescommerce.bcentral.com/merchantfiles/4030300/3246379a.jpg

Get to it by clicking here:

http://gallery.bcentral.com/GID4030300P5021792-SCHUCO/Schuco-US-Halftrack-Mortar-363797.aspx


Our first aircraft selection takes us to the WW II skies of North Africa. It is from Pete's, who is running a sale for the next few days. The different color Pete's emblems indicate the percent that you save. If you don't know the code of the coupon code necessary to get the sales price, send me an email. But our selection, while a good value, is not part of that sale. Instead we feature:


US32106Corgi$32.99 $16.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/US32106.JPG CLOSEOUT Messerschmitt Bf 109G-6 - Lt. Werner Schroer, 8./JG 27, Maniago, Ain El Gazala, Libya, 1941 Special Price: $16.99 Scale: 1/72 LIMITED STOCKShipping: $9.00

Note: It looks like an Emil to me.

Check it out here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Corgi&ItemNo=US32106#item


Our final pick this week is a Trinkets to Treasures offering of the 1:72 scale Dragon Dragon Wings F-18 Super Hornet 'Diamondbacks' 50th Anniversary at $19.95. Here's some more information:

Dragon Wings F-18 Super Hornet 'Diamondbacks' 50th Anniversary
[50172]$33.95 $19.95http://www.trinketstotreasures.com/images/pixel_trans.gifhttp://www.trinketstotreasures.com/images/imagecache/83x80_50172.jpg
Click to enlarge (javascript:popupWindow('http://www.trinketstotreasures.com/popup_image.php?pID=828&osCsid=13f1df87fe31c10eddf4c38b6045870e')) http://www.trinketstotreasures.com/images/imagecache/100x49_50172a.jpg
Click to enlarge (javascript:popupWindow('http://www.trinketstotreasures.com/popup_image_extra.php?pID=828&osCsid=13f1df87fe31c10eddf4c38b6045870e&id=1')) Total Realism and Maximum Detail! Made by Dragon Wings, this is a 1:72 scale ready made die-cast model of the F/A-18F Super Hornet VFA-102 " Diamondbacks" 50th Anniversary Jet Fighter. The F-18 is regarded as the first of the "digital" warplanes. It offers excellent performance in both air-to-air and air-to-ground missions. It was designed to meet the requirement for a multi-role tactical fighter for air defense and ground attack. It is also capable of operating from a carrier deck or from a forward airstrip for the US Marine Corps (USMC). This highly detailed model is built with exacting specifications. It has recessed panel lines, detailed parts, and opening canopy. Includes drop fuel tanks. Weapons include missiles and bombs. Also includes landing gear for display in the up or down position. Display stand is also included. Wingspan measures approx. 7 1/2 inches long. Dragon Wings Warbirds Series number Dragon 50172.

The link to the flight line is here:

http://www.trinketstotreasures.com/product_info.php?products_id=828&osCsid=13f1df87fe31c10eddf4c38b6045870e

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For both of our AFV selections, we're off to the Eastern Front. The first is from Treefrog Treasures. It is a 1:35 scale W. Britain T-34/76 [it looks like a 1943 model] in winter camo for $46.00. Here's a picture and what the vendor tell us about it:

Russian T-34 Tank Edition 2 17497B Wm. Britain The T-34, the Red Army's standard medium battle tank in World War II, was the most influential armored fighting vehicle to emerge during that conflict. German Field Marshal Gerd von Rundstedt called it the "best tank in the world," an opinion echoed by many of his comrades. The T-34's surprising strengths caused the Wehrmacht to improve its tank designs, and those changes forced the Americans and the British to do likewise.
$81.00 $46.00(Savings: $35.00)

http://www.treefrogtreasures.com/images/17497b.jpg

Link to it here:

http://www.treefrogtreasures.com/detail.aspx?ID=554


Our second AFV selection is from the other side of that conflict. It is a 1:72 scale Dragon
DRR60053 Elefant, Sd.Kfz. 184, sPzJgAbt 653
Category: Pre-Painted Armor Models 1/72
Russia/Poland 1944, w/Zimmerit; prepainted includes weathered track links, detailed Zimmerit coating and display case. It is offered by Great Models for just $9.55.

http://images.kitlink.com/Products/images/Dmldragon/DRR60053.JPG


Here's the link:

http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=DRR60053

It's time to give the aircraft collectors their turn. Our first selection keeps us in World War II and apparently on the Easter Front. Offered by CR Grace for $24.99 it is a 1:72 scale Corgi German FW 190A 4, 6./Jg54, Yellow 2 AA34306.

http://imagescommerce.bcentral.com/merchantfiles/4030300/AA34306_FW190A4.jpeg

Air link here:

http://gallery.bcentral.com/GID4030300P5027856-CORGI-AVIATION-MILITARY/Corgi-German-FW-190A-4-6.-Jg54-Yellow-2-AA34306.aspx

We go modern with our final pick. From the Flying Mule for $29.99 it is:

Gaincorp World Aircraft Collection 6010
F-15C Eagle Diecast Model
USAF 58th FS Gorillas

1:72 Scale Length WidthMcDonnell Douglas F-15C Eagle 10.75" 7.25"

The 58th Fighter Squadron is one of two combat flying squadrons in the 33d Fighter Wing Operations Group, 33d Fighter Wing.
The mission of the 58th Fighter Squadron is to prepare and maintain a 24 Primary Assigned Aircraft (PAA) combat-coded F-15C squadron for worldwide deployment and air combat operations. The squadron originally transitioned to the F-15 aircraft in 1979. The squadron plans and executes an annual flying hour program of 5,200 sorties to train and maintain the combat readiness of 32 pilots and 300 maintenance personnel for operational taskings in the world's most sophisticated air superiority aircraft. The squadron has more than 320 active-duty and civilian personnel and 27 F-15C/D aircraft assigned. The "Gorillas" maintain and manage $950 million in assets and has an annual budget of $11.5 million. Gaincorp have faithfully reproduced the lines of this aircraft, including opening canopy, moving rudders, and crew access ladder.
Gaincorp World Aircraft Collection (http://www.flyingmule.com/range/diecast-model/aircraft/gaincorp-world-aircraft-collection)

The Gaincorp "World Aircraft Collection" presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.

Gaincorp "World Aircraft Collection" diecast airplanes feature:
Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
Authentic markings and placard details.
Opening or removable canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors.
Selected moving control surfaces.
Permanently extended landing gear with rotating wheels.
Authentic fixed ordnance loads.
Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.[See more Gaincorp World Aircraft Collection products (http://www.flyingmule.com/range/diecast-model/aircraft/gaincorp-world-aircraft-collection)]
McDonnell Douglas F-15C Eagle (http://www.flyingmule.com/powersearch/?Search=CAT_TYP_JET_FTR_F15)

Designed to meet a USAF requirement for a long-range tactical air superiority fighter, the F15 was first flown on July 27th, 1972.

http://www.flyingmule.com/img/prd/GC-6010_01_lrg.gif


Obtain radar lock here:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/GC-6010

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Our first AFV pick is a 1:50 scale Corgi Panther G (early by the looks of it) offered by O.B.'s Diecast Planes at $24.95.

Item: HC60211 PzKpfw V Panther Ausf.G-German Army,Panzer Division,Germany,1945SKU: HC60211
http://www.obsdiecastplanes.com/Qstore/Qskins/Q_skin31/Qimages/Q_skin31_blank.gifhttp://www.obsdiecastplanes.com/Qstore/uploads/211.jpgPrice: $24.95



You can check it out here:

http://www.obsdiecastplanes.com/Qstore/Qstore.cgi?CMD=011&PROD=1105814216



Bad Cat is having a 30% off retail sale for all of their 1:72 scale Dragon AFVs. You'll probably want to check out what is available here:

http://www.badcataviation.com/dr1scarve.html

We will feature one of the sale items. From the list, I have selected:

StuG IV (Early Production) StuG Brigade 907 1:72 Dragon 60068


http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/badcattoys_1943_3605549 (javascript:CaricaFoto('http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/badcattoys_1943_3465830','','http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/badcattoys_1948_15840884','607','446'))
This model is beautifully finished in a sand and green camouflage pattern along with national markings, and all the correct features of an early production model. Each and every detail is carefully rendered, right down to the correct sag on the track runs.Main Features:
- Accurate StuG IV mold with full details
- True-scale model
- Historically accurate sand and green camouflage with national markings
- Detailed and weathered track links
- Includes display case
About the StuG IV:
Sturmgeschütz is a German word for "assault gun", abbreviated StuG. They were widely as fire support to infantry, panzer and panzergrenadier units. The vehicle was essentially a tank chassis with a gun, usually a long-barreled 75mm, mounted on it. Due to it not having the gun mounted in a turret, it afforded the crew more space but limited the traverse of the gun, requiring the whole vehicle to turn to aim at a target most of the time. Throughout World War II, especially later in the war, Germany produced more assault guns than tanks, because they were cheaper and quicker to produce due to the lack of a need to put in a revolving turret and the complex machinery, and were almost as effective as tanks. They also provided a use for obsolete tank chassis, most assault guns being mounted on Panzer III and Panzer IV chassis, producing the StuG III and StuG IV, respectively.The StuG IV is a slightly modified Sturmgeschütz III superstructure mounted on a Panzer IV chassis. Around 1100 were built starting in 1943. The StuG IV was known as a very effective tank killers, especially on the Eastern Front.
DRR-60068http://us.st1.yimg.com/store1.yimg.com/Img/trans_1x1.gifList Price: $15.95http://us.st1.yimg.com/store1.yimg.com/Img/trans_1x1.gifOur Price: $11.17

Here's the link:

http://www.badcataviation.com/stiveprstbr9.html


We have found some great fly buys from Pete's this week. The first is his closeout on a great Corgi 1:32 scale German BF 109G-2 in winter camo for only $55.99. Here's the lowdown:


AA34906Corgi$89.99 $55.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/AA34906.JPG CLOSEOUT Messerschmitt Bf 109G-2 - Yellow 12, Oberleutnant Heinrich Ehrle, Staffelkapitan 6./JG5, Petsamo, Finland 1943 Special Price: $55.99 Scale: 1/32 LIMITED STOCKShipping: $9.00


If you're interested, I recommend hurrying to this airfield:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?ItemNo=pick#item

Our second pick is one livery of the 1:72 scale Corgi Catalina "Snafu Snatchers" for $64.95. Below is the picture. However be aware that despite what Corgi's official picture of this bird shows. It does not include a bow gun.


AA36102Corgi$89.99 $64.95 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/AA36102.JPG CLOSEOUT Consolidated PBY-5A(OA-10A) Catalina - 2nd Emergency Rescue Squadron, USAAF, New Guinea, South Pacific, 1944. Special Price: $64.95 Scale: 1/72 LIMITED STOCKShipping: $9.00

Rescue it here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Specials&ItemNo=AA36102#item

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This week we feature two good buys on AFVs from different eras.


We have featured this first item in the past. But the quality of this Tiger, combined with the price and fact that it is getting more difficult to find, prompts me to feature it again. Available from Monkey Depot at $37.95, it is Dragon Armor 1/35 Tiger #122 Initial Production (61003) DA0172 s.Pz.Abt.502

http://www.monkeydepot.com/productimages/dragondiecast/da0172.jpg

The link is:

http://www.monkeydepot.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=9360

Our second AFV is also from Dragon, but in the smaller 1:72 scale. Offered by Pete's for just $9.99, it is:


DRR60034Dragon$14.95 $9.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/DRR60034.JPG CLOSEOUT M2A2 ODS Bradley, A Coy. 3rd Squadron, 5th CAV, Bosnia 1996 Special Price: $9.99 Scale: 1/72 IN STOCKShipping: $9.00

See this modern little monster here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Specials&ItemNo=DRR60034#item


It's time to head to the airfield for our next two selections for this week. The oldest and largest (at least in real life) is a Corgi 1:144 scale Lancaster bomber offered by Spirit of '76 for $16.50. Here are some details and a picture:

http://www.spirit-of-76.com/aircraftvehicles/aircraft/corgi/AA30203s.jpg (http://www.spirit-of-76.com/aircraftvehicles/aircraft/corgi/AA30203.jpg)

Avro Lancaster I- "Admiral Prune" Wg. Cdmr. Gibson - This aircraft was often used by Wing Cdmr. Guy Gibson, the squadron CO with 106 Squadron. Because it often dropped sea mines, known as “gardening,� the squadron took a nautical stance. Wingspan 8.5" (1:144)

Look to the first item displayed & link to this 4 engine WW II heavy bomber here:

http://www.spirit-of-76.com/aircraftvehicles/aircraft/corgi/index.htm


Our final pick this week is again an offering from Pete, and is from the modern era of military aviation. It is a Dragon 1:72 scale F-15D Eagle available for only $19.99.

DRW50043Dragon$39.95 $19.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/DRW50043.JPG CLOSEOUT ""The Dirty Dozen"" F-15D™ Eagle 1:72nd. Scale, 12th FS, 18 TFW (Kadena AB, Japan), The 12th Fighter Squadron, affectionately known as the “Dirty Dozen,� traces their lineage and honors back to January 15th 1941. It was on this date they were first Special Price: $19.99 Scale: 1/72 IN STOCKShipping: $9.00

The link is:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Specials&ItemNo=DRW50043#item

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Thanks to the kindness of a hacker, our site was down almost two weeks until we were able to get back on-line just hours ago. As a result, our current picks will have to cover two weeks.

Starting on the ground, our first selection is an ever harder to get Minichamps AFV. Most specifically we feature from the Hobby Bunker:

German Jagdpanther, France 1944 (4th Version)

http://www.hobbybunker.com/images/products/350019024.jpg
Minichamps Item No.: 19024

Price: $99.95 $79.99 Type: Tank Period: World War II Scale: 1/35 Scale

German Jagdpanther, Schw. Heeres Panzer Jagd Abt 553, France 1944 (4th Version)

Here's the link:

http://www.hobbybunker.com/details.cfm?ID=9889


Our second selection is from the Soviet side of that same conflict, but much earlier in the war. Also from the Hobby Bunker, it is the more affordable:

Russian T-34/76 Mod. 1940, Camo. Paint scheme

http://www.hobbybunker.com/images/products/l_DRR60149.jpg

Dragon Models (DML) Item No.: 60149

Price: $15.95 $11.95 Type: Tank Period: World War II Scale: 1/72 Scale

Russian T-34/76 Mod. 1940 , 1st Moscow Motorized Rifle Div., July 1941 w/grassland diorama

Link to it here:

http://www.hobbybunker.com/details.cfm?ID=10274


It's time to offer our air fans something and our first something is actually a Corgi set of 1:72 scale UK World War II favorites from Pete's for $44.95.


AA99110Corgi$79.99 $44.95 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/AA99110.JPG DH Mosquito And Supermarine Spitfire Set of 2 Planes, 1/72 Scale, Mosquito Wing Span is 9"" & The Spitfire Wing Span Is 6"", **CLEARANCE** Very Limited Qty. Left!! Special Price: $44.95 Scale: 1/72 Size: "9 & 6"" Wing Span"LIMITED STOCKShipping: $9.00

Link to the two-fer here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Specials&ItemNo=AA99110#item

Our last double week selection is from the Flying Mule's sale page. In the 1:72 scale from Witty and for $24.99, it is:

Witty Sky Guardians WTW72007-01
F/A-18E Super Hornet Diecast Model
USN VFA-115 Eagles, USS Abraham Lincoln

1:72 Scale Length WidthMcDonnell Douglas F/A-18E Super Hornet 10" 7.5"

The combat-proven F/A-18E/F Super Hornet is the 21 st century's premier strike fighter with all the capability, flexibility and performance necessary to modernize the air/naval aviation forces of any country. Includes metal display stand.
Witty Sky Guardians (http://www.flyingmule.com/range/diecast-model/aircraft/witty-sky-guardians)

The Witty "Sky Guardians" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Witty have earned a reputation for producing high-quality models that can be displayed right out of the box.
Witty "Sky Guardians" diecast airplanes feature:
Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
Permanently extended landing gear with rotating wheels.
Selected moving control surfaces.
The picture is at the bottom of the page and the link is here:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/WT-WTW72007-01


http://www.flyingmule.com/img/prd/WT-WTW72007-01_01_lrg.gif

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Memorial Day is devoted to honor those who have served and who are serving in the military. It is also the time when some of the military die cast vendors run a sale. The most impressive one that I have seen this year is that of the Flying Mule. Be sure to check out all that they have to offer at some very good prices. We just can't feature them all here.

Once in a while one of our picks falls outside the realm of historical military equipment. Let's just say that I am looking ahead (or perhaps behind to 1966 and our family's first color TV) for the first selection, which is Kirk's Enterprise. Flying Mule offers it at the never before seen price of only $9.99. Beam it up from here:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/CG-CC96601

http://www.flyingmule.com/img/prd/CG-CC96601_01_lrg.gif


The Mule also offers a Klingon Bird of Prey at the same price.


Back on Earth and next up is couple of AFVs. For only $6.00 Great Models offers a 1/72 MRC35002 M113ACAV Tank USMC DaNang Vietnam.

http://images.kitlink.com/Products/images/Mrc/MRC35002.JPG


Turn on your lava lamp and link to it here:

http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=MRC35002

Our second AFV pick is from the Flying Mule's sale. It is a
Corgi Military Vehicles HC60409
M3 Half-Track Diecast Model
USMC

1:50 ScaleLengthWidthM3 Half-Track4.75"1.75"
This early-model M3 Half-Track with .30-caliber water-cooled machine gun was one of the first used by the Marines in the Pacific. The M3 did not lend itself well to jungle warfare or beach landings, so was not widely used.

http://www.flyingmule.com/img/prd/CG-HC60409_03_lrg.gif


Pull out your $9.99 and link here to spend it:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/CG-HC60409


It's time to take to the sky with the Flying Mule for our two picks of the air. The first is a Special Edition that Corgi makes for only the Flying Mule. It is available for $19.99:

Corgi Flying Mule Collection US33820
P-47D Thunderbolt Diecast Model
USAAF 4th FG, 336th FS, "Donnie Boy", Don Gentile, RAF Debden, England, 1944
Limited Edition

1:72 Scale Length WidthRepublic P-47D Thunderbolt 6" 6.75"

The Flying Mule presents another limited edition model, commissioned from Corgi Classics as a part of their Aviation Archive series. This model is limited to just 750 pieces worldwide!
Dominic Gentile began his fighter pilot career in the RAF, where he was a member of the No. 133 Eagle Squadron, an elite flying force consisting entirely of American born pilots. It was in the cockpit of a Supermarine Spitfire that Gentile made his first mark as a great pilot, earning the British Distinguished Flying Cross after shooting down two German aircraft within 10 minutes of each other.
The following month, Gentile and his fellow Eagle Squadron pilots were transitioned from RAF duty to the US Air Force 336th Fighter Squadron, Fourth Fighter Group, a unit that went on to become one of the most successful air combat units of WWII. The 336th continued to fly Spitfires (Gentile's USAAF Spitfire (http://www.flyingmule.com/products/CG-US31926) is also available as a Flying Mule edition) until the P-47 Thunderbolt came on the scene in 1943. Used to the lighter, more maneuverable Spitfire, Gentile was not pleased with his new plane, but he christened it "Donnie Boy" and went on to score 4.33 victories in its cockpit, two of which occurred during a famous low-altitude dogfight in which he out-maneuvered an Fw-190. During that battle, Gentile shot down two Fw-190s but ran out of ammunition and was forced to out-fly a pursuing Fw-190 until it, too exhausted its ammunition. The incident was a remarkable example of Gentile's skill in the cockpit-not many pilots could fly a tight-turning dogfight in a P-47 against a pursuing Fw-190 and come away the winner. While serving in the 336th, Gentile and fellow ace Duane Beeson began a friendly rivalry nicknamed "The Ace Race" (Beeson's P-47 (http://www.flyingmule.com/products/CG-US33819) is also available from Corgi). Both men were so dedicated to their goal of scoring the highest number of German kills that they exchanged leave time for the opportunity to fly. The record was ultimately captured by Gentile when he broke Rickenbacker's record of 26 kills on April 5, 1944, at the age of 23.

http://www.flyingmule.com/img/prd/CG-US33820_01_lrg.gif

Here's the link:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/CG-US33820


Our last selection for this week is also an American WW 2 birds, but this one has twin engines and lays big eggs. Available for $59.99, it is:
Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series US35307
B-25 Mitchell Diecast Model
USMC VMB-433, "Lassie", Solomon Islands, 1944, w/5 Figures
Limited Edition

1:72 Scale Length WidthNorth American B-25 Mitchell 8.75" 11.25"
Formed in September 1943, VMB-433 was one of 16 Marine Corps units to be equipped with PBJ-1s in WWII — some 706 were delivered to the USMC by North American. Seven of these units would see action with the aircraft in the Southwest Pacific in the hot and bloody war fought against the Japanese in the Solomon Islands chain. VMB-433 commenced combat operations with MAG-61 on Green Island in July 1944, flying dreaded night bombing missions. The unit remained in action until February 1945, when it returned to the US and was deactivated. This particular aircraft was one of the very few PBJs to be adorned with nose art — an uncommon practice in the Marine Corps in WWII.

http://www.flyingmule.com/img/prd/CG-US35307_01_lrg.gif

Get on board here:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/CG-US35307

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This is all UK week. Our first pick is actually from the good old US, but is in UK livery. It is a Sherman M1A1 with a 76 mm gun. No, it's not a Firefly. On way you can tell is that it retains its hull MG. From Treefrog we feature a 1:35 W. Britain on sale for $46.00.



http://www.treefrogtreasures.com/images/17496B.jpg



WWII Us Sherman M1A1 Tank #2 17496B Wm. Britain The M4 Sherman tank was one of the most ubiquitous sights of World War II, and not only reigned as America’s main battle tank, but also that of British, Canadian, and Free French armored formations. Between 1942 and 1946, eleven plants turned out a staggering total of 49,324 Shermans, making it the most widely produced tank series of the war.
The M4A1 started coming off the assembly lines in February 1942. It featured a fully traversing turret with a short 75-millimeter main gun, a .30-caliber co-axial machine gun, and a .50-caliber machine gun on top for the tank commander. The hull also had a ball-mounted .30-caliber machine gun projecting from the bow.</B>
$59.00 $46.00(Savings: $13.00) Retired


The link is here:

http://www.treefrogtreasures.com/detail.aspx?ID=552

Next we we forward time, down in scale and price. Our second offer is from Great Models. Make is Dragon. The scale is 1:72. The price is a low $8.75. The AFV is a Challenger II Main Battle Tank.


http://images.kitlink.com/Products/images/Dmldragon/dr60035.JPG Dragon Armor
DRR60035
1/72 DRR60035 Challenger II Main Battle Tank
Category: Pre-Painted Armor Models 1/72
Pre-Finished w/ Display Case All Accessories (http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/search.cgi?terms=REV03110&boolean=OR&category=Accessories_For_DRR60035)
Accessories In Stock (http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/search.cgi?terms=REV03110&boolean=OR&instock=1&category=Accessories_For_DRR60035) Status: On Sale & In StockLast In Stock: 07/02/04 Retail Price: $17.50 Your Price: $8.75


Link to it here:

http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=DRR60035


Both of our aircraft selections this week can be found at Pete"s. We'll start with a 1:72 scale Corgi offering of the Stringbag, the plane that made the sinking of the Bismarck. For $27.99, you can have:


AA36302Corgi$39.99 $27.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/AA36302.JPG Fairey Swordfish MkI - W5856, No. 810 Sq., Royal Navy, Hms Ark Royal, 1939 Special Price: $27.99 Scale: 1/72 LIMITED STOCKShipping: $9.00

Link to this bird here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Specials&ItemNo=AA36302#item

From bi-plane to jet, our final pick for this week is also a 1:72 Corgi and is yours for taking for $24.99. Our second pick of the air is:


AA33609Corgi$50.00 $24.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/AA33609.JPG CLOSEOUT PANAVIA TORNADO GR.4 - NO. 12 SQUADRON RAF (SPECIAL 90TH ANNIVERSARY SCHEME), LOSSIEMOUTH, MORAY, SCOTLAND, 2005 Special Price: $24.99 Scale: 1/72 LIMITED STOCKShipping: $9.00

Point your browser here to check it out:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Specials&ItemNo=AA33609#item

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Both of our armor selections are from Diecast Direct. The good news is that both are available at excellent prices. The bad news in the the vendor will not let me show you the vehicles on this page. So you will have to follow the links listed below to see them.

Our first select is a 1:72 scale Dragon Porsche Jagdtiger offered for just $9.99. Check this closeout item here:

http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_modules/add_item.asp?ProductCode=DW60112

Pick #2 is a Corgi 1:50 Churchill III from 1943 Tunisia. It too is a closeout item and priced at $17.99. See it through the desert dust clouds here:

http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_modules/add_item.asp?ProductCode=C60105


On to aircraft that I can show you. The best deal in the air this week is from Great Models at $12.99:

Witty
WI7201003

1/72 WI7201003 F-16 Fighting Falcon Cripes A' Mighty USAF
Category: Pre-Painted Aircraft Models 1/72 Beautifully Die-Cast pre-painted, ready to display. Includes stand for flight

http://images.kitlink.com/Products/images/Witty/WI7201003.JPG

Link to it here:

http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=WI7201003

Our final selection of the week is a closeout at Pete's. It is:


AA35408Corgi$50.00 $29.95 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/AA35408.JPG CLOSEOUT SEPECAT JAGUAR GR.3 - NO.41 SQUADRON RAF COLTISHALL, 2005 Special Price: $29.95 http://www.petescollectibles.com/_webart/Couponx.jpg
Scale: 1/72 LIMITED STOCKShipping: $9.00


You can save even more, if you have the coupon code.

Here's the link:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Specials&ItemNo=AA35408#item

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Let's give our aircraft collectors first billing this week. Both of our selections are from the Wings & Wheels clearance and both are 1:32 Corgi aircraft that are rarely seen in such places.

From the Allied side and for $49.95, we feature the HAWKER HURRICANE MKIIC - LE-D NO. 242 SQ WING CMDR DOUGLAS BADER, COLTISHALL, 1940 SCALE 1:32 WINGS SPAN 15", AA35505.

http://www.wingsandwheel.com/images/corgi/new%202006/AA35505_Hawk_Hurr.jpg

The Germans counter with the MESSERSCHMITT BF-109G-6 - 2./JG, 1944 1:32 SCALE AA34905 at a low flying $39.95.

http://www.wingsandwheel.com/images/corgi/corgi%202nd%20half%202005/AA34905_ME109.jpg

You can find them and many more deals here:

http://www.wingsandwheel.com/clearance.htm

You might want to engage your emergency war power, as these birds are not likely to let you loiter on their 6 for long.

OK armor fans, it's your turn. We start we the new Dragon 1/35 Tiger I Early Production "Michael Wittmann", 13./Pz.Rgt.1, Operation "Zitadelle" July 1943, available for $59.99 at Burbank House of Hobbies.

http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-37481201299324_1950_2582956 (http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-37481201299324_1950_2544705)

Link to the turret here:

http://store.houseofhobbies.com/dr1tiieaprmw.html

Our final selection is especially for the budget minded at only $9.99. From the Flying Mule's sale page it is:

21st Century Toys 1:32 Ultimate Soldier 20320-S1 SdKfz 7 Half-Track Display Model German Army

1:32 Scale Length WidthSd.Kfz.7 Half-Track 8.25" 3"

http://www.flyingmule.com/img/prd/TC-20320-S1_01_lrg.gif


Hitch to it here:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/TC-20320-S1

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!

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This week we feature three great deals and a very good price on a discontinued piece of very high quality.

Let's start with a pick that is our lowest priced selections and offers a Tuesday Morning like value. It is a 1:50 scale Corgi Legends M4A3 Sherman Team O'Hara of the U.S. Army, available from Bad Cat for just $9.99.

http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/badcattoys_1956_35505817 (http://javascript<b></b>:CaricaFoto('http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/badcattoys_1956_35369340','','http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/badcattoys_1956_35503779','705','581'))


Check it out here:

http://www.badcataviation.com/m4shteohausa.html

Our second pick is a discontinued 1:35 scale Minichamps M48 tank A2GA2Battle Tank #101661, offed by EWA for $69.30.

http://www.minichamps.de/images/shoppic/media//de//thumbnail/350041001_T.jpg (http://www.minichamps.de/content_frames/main_produkt_detail.asp?cat1=0&cat2=809&cat3=811&cat4=815&art_ID=908)

Link to it here:

http://www.ewa1.com/store/product.php?productid=101661&cat=293&page=1

Our picks of the air this week are both Dragon 1:72 scale WW II birds offered by Great Models. For just $10.00, you can enhance your hanger with DRW50161 Spitfire Mk. Vb 'Maj. Levine', 4th FS U.S.A.A.F., Tunisia 1943.

http://images.kitlink.com/Products/images/Dmldragon/DRW50161.JPG

Turn your searchlights here:

http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=DRW50161

This plane is highly rated by Diecast Ace. See what he has to say about it here:

http://www.diecastace.com/review_dragon_50161.html

Our final pick is at home on a carrier deck during the first year of war in the Pacific. It is DRW50247 F4F-4 Wildcat, VF-3 USS Yorktown that can be yours if you will pony up $10.40.

http://images.kitlink.com/Products/images/Dmldragon/DRW50247.JPG


Put your tailhook on this line:

http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=DRW50247

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This week we offer an armor selection for the budget minded and those after one a selection from one the best lines.

For the budget minded, we turn to Bad Cat and the Admiral's 1:72 Panzer III H in winter camo for only $9.99.

Panzer III Ausf H 1:72 Admiral Toys 72002 VALCOUR BAY SALE!



http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/badcattoys_1953_12239078 (http://javascript<b></b>:CaricaFoto('http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/badcattoys_1953_12020877','','http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/badcattoys_1957_55366881','615','614'))
1:72 premium collectible from Admiral Toys. What a nice piece!! Virtually all diecast, this is a must for any collector.

Features:
- Authentic 1/72 Scale
- Very Limited Release
- Die Cast Metal
- Rotating Turret


Link to it here:

http://www.badcataviation.com/paiiiauh1adt.html


For those who are willing to part with a bit more from their wallets, we recommend another 1:35 Minichamps this week from EWA. For $79.20, you can pick up a Tiger with an interesting camo for fighting in France.

http://www.minichamps.de/images/shoppic/media//de//normalpic/350010001_N.jpg

Link to this big cat here:

http://www.ewa1.com/store/product.php?productid=101662&cat=293&page=2

For airplane fans, we have a modern and World War II selection.

The modern selection is a 1:72 Gaincorp SU-47, offered by Pete's for $29.95.



GC8018Misc.$44.95 $29.95 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/GC8018.JPG CLOSEOUT SUKHOI SU-47 (S-37) ""BERKUT EXPERIMENTAL FIGHTER"", BY GAINCORP. Special Price: $29.95 Scale: 1/72 LIMITED STOCKShipping: $9.00

Here's the link to this high flying special:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?ItemNo=pick#item

Our second pick is a Corgi 1:72 scale Avro Lancaster. This Sight and Sounds (Flak Attack) version is offered by Perry Aircraft for $89.95.

http://www.tricatus.co.uk/Images09/32611st.jpg

You can see it in greater detail at Tricatus' great Corgi site:

http://www.tricatus.co.uk/AA32611.htm

The link to buy is here, where you will find it as one of the offerings on the page:

http://www.perryaircraft.com/cgi-bin/DATABASE/PAHcgi.pl/default.htm?TYPE=&CLASS=&MAKE=&RATIO=&MAKERATIO=---&COUNTRY=---&TYPECLASS=---&MODEL=Avro+Lancaster&view_records=1&sb=3&so=ascend#

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I hope that everyone had a good 4th of July. Some of you in the U.S. may still be celebrating an extended Independence holiday weekend as this reaches you.

Our first pick in flight is the now very difficult to come by 1:32 scale Corgi Spitfire. In addition it is being offered by Pacific Products Gallery for the very reasonable price of $79.95 with free shipping. It is a SUPERMARINE SPITFIRE MK1A 609 SQN. DIE-CAST SCALE MODEL AIRCRAFT
Item #AA33901 - PRICE: $79.95

http://www.pacprod.com/planes/AA33901.jpg

Link to it here:

http://www.pacprod.com/cgi-bin/hazelnt.exe?client=62154848&action=DETAIL&item=AA33901

After you check it out in greater detail at Tricatus' web site here:

http://www.tricatus.co.uk/AA33901.htm

Our second plane is from the sale at Burbank's House of Hobbies. It is a 1:72 scale Hobby Master F-104 Starfighter from the Greek Air Force offered for just $15.00.

http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-37481201299324_1954_259236845 (http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-37481201299324_1954_259030083)

http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-37481201299324_1958_1738730

New from Hobby master in 1/72 diecast. Each plane is fully printed and painted, no stickers or decals used. Each plane comes with landing gear and display stand.

Link to it here:

http://store.houseofhobbies.com/homa1fgrpr.html

Our first armor selection is from Pete's who is running a sale on many items. Look for his logos next to your favorites. Depending on the color of the logo and you entering the coupon code, you will receive an additional 10% to 30% off the stated price. A purple logo (10% off) is attached to a 1:72 scale German AFV by Dragon:





DRR60226Dragon$17.95 $11.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/DRR60226.JPG Jagdpanzer IV L/48 (Early Production), Germany 1945 w/Armored side skirts. Special Price: $11.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/_webart/Couponv.jpg


Scale: 1/72 LIMITED STOCKShipping: $9.00

Have your $11.99 ready and hit this link:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Specials&ItemNo=DRR60226#item

It is increasingly difficult to find Minichamps 1:35 scale AFVs. But EWA, which specializes in die cast racing cars has a number of them still in stock. The week we feature a Russian T-34/76 offered at $79.20.

Ref.No. MIM20000 by MINICHAMPS MILITARY Year: - 1943; Scale. 1/35, metal built, Sale! 20% off List

http://www.minichamps.de/images/shoppic/media//de//normalpic/350020000_N.jpg

To order or check it out, turn your treads to this link:

http://www.ewa1.com/store/product.php?productid=101668&cat=293&page=2

http://www.ewa1.com/store/skin1/images/spacer.gif

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This week both of our AFV are German World War II offerings--sort of.

The first is a Dragon 1:72 scale Das Reich early Tiger from the Eastern Front and Pete's in exchange for your $9.99.


DRR60098Dragon$14.95 $9.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/DRR60098.JPG Tiger I - Sd.Kfz. 181 (Early Production), 8/2.PzGrenDiv ""Das Reich"", Russia 1943 Special Price: $9.99 Scale: 1/72 LIMITED STOCKShipping: $9.00

Your train ticket to Russia is here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Updates&ItemNo=DRR60098#item

Last week we featured a 1:35 scale Minichamps T-34/76 from EWA. This week we feature another, although this one has had the bad luck of being captured and is German service. You can buy it back from EWA for $79.20.

http://www.minichamps.de/images/shoppic/media//de//normalpic/350020002_N.jpg

Ref.No. MIM20002 by MINICHAMPS MILITARY Year: - 1943; Scale. 1/35, metal built, Sale! 20% off List Detailshttp://www.ewa1.com/store/skin1/images/spacer.gif Weight1.00 lbsPrice:$79.20 (€ 67.32)


Link to it here:

http://www.ewa1.com/store/product.php?productid=101669&cat=0&page=2

Time to get high--so to speak--where both of our selections are from the Allies side of World War II. Both are U.S.--sort of.

The first selection is a 1:72 Hobby Master Hellcat. But this livery, offered by Burbank's House of Hobbies for just $15.00, is from the UK Fleet Air Arm.

http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-37481201299324_1954_17194 (http://store.houseofhobbies.com/index.html)

http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-37481201299324_1958_1794841 (http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-37481201299324_1958_1741111)

http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-37481201299324_1958_1810265

1/72 diecast from Hobby Master


HA1102http://us.st1.yimg.com/store1.yimg.com/Img/trans_1x1.gifRegular price: $29.95http://us.st1.yimg.com/store1.yimg.com/Img/trans_1x1.gifOur price: $15.00
Flag it onto your carrier deck here:

http://store.houseofhobbies.com/homa1hemkiif.html

Our final selection is from GMP, which is the best of the best of those general market airplane die cast companies. From Northstar, we feature a 1:35 scale P-51D Missouri Armada offered for $54.99. They won't let me show you a picture, but you can see it here:

http://www.northstarmusclemodels.com/servlet/the-62/GMP-P-dsh-51-Missori-Armada/Detail

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Aloha from the Kona Coast of Hawaii! I should be in a bar swilling tropical drinks, but I figure that making my weekly recommendations may help keep me out of trouble.

Both of our armor picks this week are 1:72 scale Dragon offerings at Pete's. The first is German HE chucking monster. It's the Sturmtiger offered for just $7.99.


DRR60026Dragon$15.95 $7.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/DRR60026.JPG 1/72 Sturmtiger - 38cm R61 AUF Sturmtiger 1001st Sturmmorser Kompanie, Germany 1945. Special Price: $7.99 Scale: 1/72 IN STOCKShipping: $9.00

You can link to this German monster here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Specials&ItemNo=DRR60026#item

Our second pick is also from the German side in World War II. It is a Sd.Kfz. 251/1 Ausf. C, PzGrenDiv ""Grossdeutchland"", Kursk 1943 that can be yours for $12.99.


DRR60139Dragon$21.95 $12.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/DRR60139.JPG Sd.Kfz. 251/1 Ausf. C, PzGrenDiv ""Grossdeutchland"", Kursk 1943 Special Price: $12.99 Scale: 1/72 LIMITED STOCKShipping: $9.00

The link is:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Specials&ItemNo=DRR60139#item

On the high side of things, both of our picks are from the Flying Mule's Moving Sale. The first takes us to the winter on the eastern front. It is a 1:72 scale IXO Yak 3 that can land in your hanger for $16.99.


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Quantity in Basket: none
Status: ON SALE $24.99 Save 32%
Price: $16.99

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IXO Models Junior DDIJ011
Yak-3 Diecast Model
Soviet Air Force, Georgii Zakharov, Russia, 1944

1:72 ScaleLengthWidthYakovlev Yak-34.75"5"

IXO Models Junior (http://www.flyingmule.com/range/diecast-model/aircraft/ixo-models-junior)

The IXO Models "Junior" range presents affordable, ready made diecast models of military aircraft.
IXO "Junior" diecast airplanes feature:

Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
Optional extended/retracted landing gear.
Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight". Link to this Soviet warbird here:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/IX-DDIJ011 (http://www.flyingmule.com/products/IX-DDIJ011)

Our final selection is an 1:72 scale Corgi UK Typhoon offered at $20.99.

Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series AA36502
Hawker Typhoon MkI Diecast Model
RAF No.609 Sqn, Roland Beamont, RAF Manston, England, 1943
Limited Edition

1:72 Scale Length WidthHawker Typhoon MkI 5.25" 7"

First delivered to 609 West Riding Squadron June 1942, it was the personal aircraft of Squadron Leader Roland Beaumont whilst he was the commanding Officer at 609. R7752 was damaged by enemy anti aircraft fire off Vissingen and crash landed at RAF Manston on 1st June 1943. The pilot, Squadron Leader an Ingle DFC,AFC, the Commanding officer of 609 at the time, was uninjured. R7752 was struck off charge 25th August 1943. Born 10th August 1920, Roland Beamont joined No. 87 squadron in France during November 1939. Returning to England 20th May 1940 (having destroyed a DO17 and an ME109) he went on to destroy a further three enemy aircraft during the Battle of Britain. In June 1941, he was posted to No. 79 Squadron as Flight Commander. In December 1941 he went to Hawker Aircraft Ltd as a Service test pilot flying Hurricanes. On 29th June 1942, he was posted as Flight Commander to Hawker Typhoon equipped 609 Squadron at Duxford, and took command of the squadron in October. He returned to Hawker Aircraft during May 1943, to test fly the Tempest. In February 1944, he was tasked with forming the first Tempest Wing, No.150 at Castle Camps and later Newchurch. When leader of the five squadron Tempest Wing No. 122 flew over Germany on 12th October 1944, Roland Beamont was shot down by ground fire and became a POW. During his time with No.150 and No. 122 Wings he destroyed one Bf109, one FW190, one Ju188 on the ground, and thirty-two V1 flying bombs.
Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series (http://www.flyingmule.com/range/diecast-model/aircraft/corgi-aviation-archive/collector-series)

The Corgi "Aviation Archive" presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft. The vast Aviation Archive range has become the standard by which all other diecast airplane ranges are judged. Each Corgi model is based on a specific aircraft from an important historical or modern era of flight, and has been authentically detailed from original documents and archival library material. Famous airplanes and aviators from both military and commercial airline aviation are all honored.
Corgi "Aviation Archive" diecast airplanes feature:

Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
Optional extended/retracted landing gear with rotating wheels.
Poseable presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
Many limited editions with numbered certificate of authenticity.
Detailed pilot and crew member figures.
Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
Selected interchangeable features such as airbrakes, opened canopies and access panels.
Selected moving parts such as gun turrets, control surfaces and swing-wings.http://www.flyingmule.com/img/prd/CG-AA36502_01_lrg.gif


Link to this ground pounder here:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/CG-AA36502

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For those of you who did not preorder CMSF, you may have some extra money in your pocket to buy some die cast.

Our AFV offerings this week feature two of the best World War II tanks that were opposite sides in Europe late in the conflict.

The one that just made the "show" is the now difficult to find Cruiser Tank A34 Comet MkI from Corgi in 1:50 scale. This livery is from the
11th Armored Division, British Army, Germany, 1945. It comes to you from Beck's, which is a Texas small business that offers excellent customer service. It can be yours for $21.95. See it below:

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Link to this offering of an outstanding UK tank here:

https://www.bacdiecast.com/product_info.php?cPath=56&products_id=329

Our second featured tank is also a 1:50 scale Corgi CC60505 PzKpfw VI Tiger Ausf.E - I.Zug 2-Kompanie schwere Panzer (Fkl). It is available from On Mark for $26.95. Here's a not-so-great picture of it:

http://catalog.onmarkint.com/images/detailed_images/detailed_image_732.jpg

You can link to better picture from Mike's Tanks here--about 1/2 way down the page:

http://www.mikes-tanks.com/CorgiWWII.htm

To order, the link is:

http://catalog.onmarkint.com/cc60505-pzkpfw-vi-tiger-ausf-e-i-zug-2-kompanie-schwere-panzer-fkl-1-50-p31570.html

OK--it climbing time to reach our weekly picks of the air.

The first is a tri-plane from the War to End All War. Yes, it's a 1:48 scale


http://www.aikensairplanes.com/matchbox/MB6952.JPG
GERMAN FOKKER DR.1

From Matchbox by way of Aikens Airplanes, it can fly your way for just $14.95. Bring your own Blue Max and link to it here:

http://www.aikensairplanes.com/matchbox/mb6952.htm

Our final pick is also from the "bad guys" but in a different war, country and theater. From the Flying Mule's sale and offered for $13.99 it is a 1:72 Corgi Warbird:

Corgi Aviation Archive Warbirds Series WB99623
A6M2 Zero Diecast Model
IJN 11th Kokutai, Saburo Sakai

1:72 Scale Length WidthMitsubishi A6M2 Zero 5" 6"

Corgi Aviation Archive Warbirds Series (http://www.flyingmule.com/range/diecast-model/aircraft/corgi-aviation-archive/warbirds-series)

The Corgi "Warbirds" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.

Corgi "Warbirds" diecast airplanes feature:

Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
Pad printed markings that won't fade or peel like decals.
Permanently retracted landing gear.
Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
No pilot figures.Mitsubishi A6M2 Zero (http://www.flyingmule.com/powersearch/?Search=CAT_TYP_PRP_FTR_A6M)
Designed to meet the Imperial Japanese Navy's requirement for an A5M replacement, the A6M was first flown on April 1st, 1939. One of the most famous of all Japanese warplanes, the A6M was a superb carrier-based naval fighter, with 11,280 aircraft eventually being produced. Large numbers of early versions were used in Kamikaze attacks during the closing months of the war.

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This link is:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/CG-WB99623

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To open our first picks for August, we feature a 1:50 scale HC51012 CORGI M-4 Sherman "Blockbuster"US Commemorativefrom Becks' for $23.95.

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Link to this version of the US classic World War II tank here:

https://www.bacdiecast.com/product_info.php?products_id=776 (https://www.bacdiecast.com/product_info.php?products_id=776)

Our next AFV is a 1:30 scale New Model Army offering which is rarely available in larger than the 1:72 scale. It is a German Summer Sturmtiger & Crew (not pictured) available from Alsand's Toy Soldiers for $42.00.

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Link to this big band boy here:

http://alsandmdseco.com/catalog/i339.html

Both aircraft this week are from the Allied side in World War II. This first is from Eagles International's small, but outstanding line in the 1:48 scale. The first is P-51B Mustang 75th FS 23rd FG 1:48 Eagles Intl. EGT-10004.

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Bad Cat offers it for $69.99. Get on it's tail here:

http://www.badcataviation.com/pmu75fs23fg1.html (http://www.badcataviation.com/pmu75fs23fg1.html)

Burbank's House of Hobbies brings us our last selection. From the Corgi Warbirds line in 1:72 scale and for $9.99. In fact they have many planes in the Warbirds line on sale. Our pick is Spitfire Douglas Bader (Warbirds Series) CRGWB99617.

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The Flying Mule gives us a real photo in their offering of the same plane for $19.99.

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Check it out here:

http://store.houseofhobbies.com/co1spdobawse.html

and here:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/CG-WB99617 (http://www.flyingmule.com/products/CG-WB99617)

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This week we feature items from four different vendors. The first is from veteran vendor Aiken's Airplanes, but it's not a plane. Instead it is a 1:50 scale Corgi Tiger. But not just any Tiger. Offered at $24.95, this is not just any Tiger, but one commanded by German Tiger ace Michael Wittmann.

http://www.aikensairplanes.com/images/US60509_Tiger.jpg

Here's the link:

http://www.aikensairplanes.com/corgi/us60509.htm

With our next pick we move to the Korea and a Sherman Easy 8 with HVSS suspension. This U.S. tank put on a tiger face. Also from Corgi in the 1:50 scale can be yours from 3000 Toys for $29.95.

http://www.3000toys.com/images/CORGI/US51008.jpg

Link to it here:

http://www.3000toys.com/catalog/item_detail.aspx?itemfind=CORGIUS51008

Our first offering of the air this week is a politically correct FW 190 D-9. It is a Dragon 1:72 scale end of World War II bird that can fly to you from Great Models in exchange for your $14.95.

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Your link is here:

http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=DRW50079

Our last pick is from a newcomer to our weekly picks. Motormint Vintage Cars also carries military planes and our last pick is from their shelves. Priced at $17.88, it is a Corgi 1:144 scale C-47 Skytrain.

http://www.motormint.com/ProductImages/fullsize/C47AIR.jpg

Check it out here:

http://www.motormint.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1065

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Last week we started our picks with a 1:50 scale Corgi Tiger and we'll do it again this week. However this one in in winter camo, offered by Motormint and can be in your heavy tank company at even less--$19.98.

http://www.motormint.com/ProductImages/fullsize/US60508.jpg

Find it waiting in ambush for our next pick here:

http://www.motormint.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1154

You Eastern Front devotees have probably guessed our second pick, a RUSSIAN T-34 30TH GUARDS TANK BRIGADE also in winter camo from Corgi at the same 1:50 scale. This one is offered by Aikens at $24.99.

http://www.aikensairplanes.com/images/US51603_T34.jpg

you can pick it up before it falls prey to the Tiger here:

http://www.aikensairplanes.com/corgi/us51603.htm

Both of flying selections of the week are modern U.S. warbirds from Dragon in the 1:72 scale and both are offered by On Mark.

The first is a personal favorite honoring the ANG of the state in which I grew up. It is a F-16C/D Fighting Falcon. "Wisconsin ANG", 115 F.W., 50th Anniversary. You can pick it up for $23.39.

http://catalog.onmarkint.com/images/detailed_images/detailed_image_922.jpg

You can find it along with full rations of brats, cheese and beer here:

http://catalog.onmarkint.com/50007-f-16c-wisconsin-ang-1-72-p29859.html

Our final pick is a F/A-18E Super Hornet, VFA-14 "Tophatters", USS Nimitz (CVN-68), offered for $26.99.

http://catalog.onmarkint.com/images/detailed_images/detailed_image_989.jpg

If you're interested, put your tail hook here:

http://catalog.onmarkint.com/50194-f-a-18e-super-hornet-vfa-14-tophatters-1-72-p29963.html

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I just got back from Anaheim, CA and the Dragon Expo/International Plastic Modelers' Society 2007 joint gathering. There was no lack of opportunity to spend as much money as was in your pocket on diecast, models and all things pertaining to both or either. For those of you who did not attend and who still have a few bucks in your pocket, this weeks picks are for you.

We'll start with the Corgi Centaur Tank from the UK Royal Marines. Offered by Trinkets to Treasures for $15.99, this is a Corgi 1:50 piece. Cromwells and Centaurs were generally armed with 75mm guns but had close support variants armed with 95mm guns as well. The only Centaurs to see action as gun tanks were 95mm variants attached to the Royal Marine Armored Support Group. 80 such Centaurs were to have formed the first wave of the D-Day assault, though not all made it ashore.

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See if this one made it to the beech here:

http://www.trinketstotreasures.com/tanks-vehicles_military_tanks_corgi-centaur-tank-royal-marines.html

Our second pick is a Dragon 1/72 Sd.Kfz. 181 Tiger-I Mid Production, sPzAbt 509, 1944 offered by Pete's for $9.99.

http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/DRR60019.JPG

See it here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Updates&ItemNo=DRR60019#item

Moving the airfield, we feature two different Corgi P-40E's from Corgi in 1:72 and at almost exactly the same price.

The first is ANDREW HOWARD'S "WHITE 86" P-40E-1 WARHAWK brought to you by Aikens for $19.95.

http://www.aikensairplanes.com/images/AA35203_P40E_Warhawk.jpg

Click to see more here:

http://www.aikensairplanes.com/corgi/aa35203.htm

Se it in even more detail here:

http://www.tricatus.co.uk/AA35203.htm

Our final pick for August is from Pete's and can taxi your way for $19.99. It is P-40E Warhawk - Col. Robert L. Scott, White 7, 41-1456, 23rd FG, Burma, 1942.

http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/AA35208.JPG


See more details here:

http://www.tricatus.co.uk/aa35208.htm

If your are sufficiently impressed, start your order process here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Corgi&ItemNo=AA35208#item

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Labor Day weekend and September are here. Along with them arrive some good deals. Our armor selections this week are both from the Dragon 1:72 scale armor line.

Offered by Bad Cat for $13.00 (in fact 10% less if you use the coupon code appearing on the site) your first pick is:

M4A3 105mm 1:72 Dragon Diecast DRR-60282 LABOR DAY SALE

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This 1/72 scale model represents an M4A3 105mm of the 6th Armored Division fighting in Luxembourg in 1945. The 6th Armored Division “Super Sixth� was a spearhead of Patton’s all-conquering Third Army, and the division helped relieve Bastogne during the Battle of the Bulge. This superb model is painted in a highly attractive winter camouflage scheme, with a large yellow “15� tactical number visible on the hull sides. This paint scheme is ideal for enabling the M4A3 to lurk in concealment amongst the thick forests of the Ardennes as it supports GIs. The tank’s appeal is enhanced with the effective degree of weathering and dry-brushing effects. Details are accurate and in scale on this Sherman, making it an explosive force in any armor collection!

Main Features:
- Open window display packaging
- Highly popular and collectible item
- True to 1/72 scale
- Fully accurate mold
- Fully assembled
- Historically accurate markings and insignia
- Includes protective display case

Check it out and get the discount code here:

http://www.badcataviation.com/m410vv6thadl.html

Our second AFV pick is from Burbank's House of Hobbies and is offered for $12.95. It is:

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1/72 Hummel Early Production, Pz.Art.Rgt.19, 19.Pz.Div. Eastern Front 1944

Main Features: - Includes a detailed open-top fighting compartment - Includes display case - True to 1/72 scale - Fully accurate Hummel mold

Dragon 1/72 Hummel Early Production, Pz.Art.Rgt.19, 19.Pz.Div. Eastern Front 1944 DML60288

Preparing to deliver HE, you can find it here:

http://store.houseofhobbies.com/dr1hueaprpz1.html


It's time to head to the aerodrome for our picks of the air.

The first is another Bad Cat Labor Day special and you can use the coupon code on this one too. Offered at $50.00 (before the 10% coupon discount), our pick is from the Carousel 1 Bf 109E line in the 1:48 scale. As most of you know Carousel 1 makes some of the finest planes in this scale. In this case we feature:

Me-109E Lt Werner Schroer 1:48 Carousel One CAZ-7102 LABOR DAY SALE

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Werner Schroer was one of the few German aces to achieve more than 100 victories against the Westerm Allies, yet he is probably best known as the pilot of "Black 8" in a much-published German color publicity photo. Schroer joined Jagdgeschwader 27 in August 1940 and flew with them in the Battle of Britain. While in France, JG 27 acquired their famous "Leopard over Africa" emblem, which reflected a determination to re-take the former colonial territories Germany lost in the First World War. When Hitler decided to send General Rommel and the Afrika Corps join Italy’s North African campaign against British Egypt, JG 27 was the fighter unit selected to support them. They landed at the Ainel-Gazla airfield in Libya on 18 April 1941. The next day JG 27 shot down four British Hurricanes, one of which was Leutnant Schroer’s first kill. In the next few days Schroer added three more victories. In late April several JG 27 109s, including Schroer’s, were cleaned and photographed for home front consumption. White wall tires shown on several 109s were not a decoration, but an attempt to protect rubber tires from desert heat. On 30 August 1941. Schroer and his wingman attacked RAF Tomahawks over Tobruk, setting one on fire and claiming a victory. Unfortunately for the Axis powers, Schroer’s victim, Australian Clive Caldwell, although wounded and nursing a crippled aircraft, did not crash. Caldwell not only limped back to base, he shot down a 109 on the way, and ultimately was credited with 20 victories in the North African fighting. Schroer had scored 11 when he was appointed Staffelkapitane of 8./JG 27 in June 1942, then tallied another 11 victories in two weeks. Schroer’s 61 victories in North Africa with JG 27 made him the second leading ace of the Mediterranean Theater, after Hans Joachim Marseilles. After rising to command II./JG 27 in April 1943, Schroer was sent to lead III./JG 54 in March 1944. In July1944 he was taken out of a combat role to lead the Unit Commander’s School. Schroer was named Kommodore of JG 3 ‘Udet’ in February 1945. His final score of 114 included 102 RAF and USAAF opponents (including 26 American four-engine bombers) and 12 Russians in only 197 missions. Werner Schroer died in 1985.

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Take your North African shopping trip here:

http://www.badcataviation.com/meltwesc1cao.html

Our last selection for Labor Day weekend is from Beck's Aircraft. There is only one of these left, so you better act quickly if you are interested. From Hobby Master and available for $25.95, it is:

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TBM-1C Avenger
President George H.W. Bush Aircraft
Scale: 1:72
Did you ever want a model of a plane that was flown by a US President, and was shot down by the Japanese. Now is your chance to own one, as it is the last one in our stock.
REG: $31.95 - SALE: $25.95 - LAST ONE

Scramble to it here:

https://www.bacdiecast.com/product_info.php?cPath=87&products_id=691

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We'll start the picks for this week off with a classic. Offered by EWA for $20.00 is a classic 1:50 scale Salido DUKW 6 x 6 amphib truck. See it here:

http://www.ewa1.com/store/image.php?productid=100754

Get aboard for a trip by land or sea here:

http://www.ewa1.com/store/product.php?productid=100754&cat=0&page=1

Our second pick is a 1:32 scale FOV Stug III G. This is an Eastern Front version offered by The Toy HQ for $23.99.

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German Sturmgeschütz III Ausf. G - Eastern Front
SKN: 81306 | SCALE: 1:32

The StuG III Ausf. G was one of the most cost effective tanks to manufacture in the German Army. The relatively low cost led to high production numbers. There were over 7,500 produced during WW II. The Tank Destroyer design was much simpler and much quicker to produce than the rotating turret designed tanks.

MODEL FEATURES:
- Enthusiast Series
- 1/32 Scale
- Die Cast Metal
- Tank Tracks roll along the working suspension
- Side Skirts are Removable
- Includes Commander to direct the Battle!
- Main Gun elevates to engage
- Driver Engages with the Machine Gun
- Side Skirts adjust
- Main Gun elevates
- Length 6 1/4 inches

See it on the hunt for T-34's here:

http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/product_info.php?manufacturers_id=15&products_id=1273&osCsid=bbe5a36cd5261810742871ade03f5ead

Our first aerial sighting is from Motormint. Looking at the listing, you probably will be unsure who makes this 1:48 scale P-51B that is available for $49.98. It is an Eagles International Patty Ann II. The price is very hard to beat, but be prepared to wait about 2 weeks for it to arrive.
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Model Features
• Movable Flaps
• Detachable Ordinance
• Some Assembly Required
• Detailed Cockpit with Pilot
• Turning Props and Rubber Tires
• Positionable Landing Gear and Cockpit
• P-51B Comes with it`s Own Display Stand
• Detailed Cockpit Includes All Gauges and Instruments
• Highest Quality Precision Die-Cast Replica from Eagle International
• Remove the Engine Cowling to Reveal 152hp Packard Merlin Engine
• Precision Diecast Replica
• 1:48 Scale Model
• 8 Inches Long

Order yours here:

http://www.motormint.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1086

Our last flying pick is from Beck's and is a 1:72 scale Corgi Blue Angels Phantom for $21.95.

https://www.bacdiecast.com/images/products/AA33203_lg.jpg (http://javascript<b></b>:;)

Join the air show here:

https://www.bacdiecast.com/product_info.php?cPath=87&products_id=783

We have a bonus pick this week. It is one of the great cars from my childhood days. From Motormint in 1:32 scale and available for only $12.98, it is a 1957 Studebaker Golden Hawk. 1957 was a great year for US cars. It was the first year of the fuel injected Corvette and the last year of the two seater T-Bird. The Golden Hawk is another classic, although not as well known as the Corvette, T-Bird and Chrysler 300 series.

http://www.motormint.com/ProductImages/fullsize07/57SDHK.jpg

The Highest Soaring Hawk
1957 Studebaker Golden Hawk

Too Little, Too Late
The 1950's proved too competitive for independent auto makers. The Big 3 (Ford, GM, and Chrysler) could afford to retool and redesign their lines almost yearly, which is what the newly affluent American middle class demanded. Independent makers like Studebaker, Packard, Kaiser and Hudson could not afford this and tried to compete with extreme styling. Studebaker produced some of the most interesting designs of this era like the bullet-nose 1951 and the 1957 Golden Hawk but sales kept declining. Available only as a 2-door hardtop, the Golden Hawk featured a wraparound front grille, severely slanted windshields and large fins. Under the hood, the 289 cubic inch V-8 was supercharged to 275 horsepower. 1957 was the best year for the Golden hawk but still only 4,356 were made.

Features
• Opening Hood
• Opening Doors
• 275 Horsepower Supercharged V-8 Made Golden Hawks Fly
• Precision Die-Cast Replica
• 1:32 Scale Model
• 6.25&quot; Long

Race to it here:

http://www.motormint.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1669&dc=hawk

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Our first pick this week is from New Model Army in the 1:30 scale. It comes to you from Alsand's for $38.00 and is a WWII German SdKfz 232 (8-Rad) in Summer Camo.

http://alsandmdseco.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/NMASS4SummerCamo.jpg (http://alsandmdseco.com/imagelib/sitebuilder/misc/show_image.html?linkedwidth=actual&linkpath=http://www.alsandmdseco.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/NMASS4SummerCamo.jpg&target=tlx_new&title=WWII German SdKfz 232 (8-Rad) Summer Camo)

See it performing recon duties here:

http://alsandmdseco.com/catalog/i334.html

Our second AFV pick is also from the German forces of World War II. From Corgi in 1:50 scale it is a Battle of The Bulge German Panther Tank. Motormint can deliver it to your panzer collection for $24.98.

http://www.motormint.com/ProductImages/fullsize/US60212.jpg

Features
• Moving Treads
• Rotating Turrets
• Full Operating Parts
• Wheel & Tread Assembly
• Official Logos and Insignia of U.S., and German Armies
• Original Camouflage Paint Cannons That Raise and Lower
• Precision Die-cast Replica
• 5.25 Inches Long

Place your order from the quartermaster here:

http://www.motormint.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1153

It's Reno Air Race week and a sad one with 3 fatal crashes in only 4 days. In honor of the lost pilots, our first pick is the earlier version of at least one of the racers in the Unlimited Class. It is a 1:32 scale P-51D from Corgi and Motormint. Included are three figures. It can be in your hanger for $59.98.

http://www.motormint.com/ProductImages/fullsize/US34407.jpg

#1 Ace of His Squadron
This P-51D is an exact replica of the one flown by Lt. Col. John “Moon� Elder, the most successful pilot of the 357th Fighter Squadron. Scoring 17 of his 21 victories in this plane, he was C.O. of this squadron the last 1 years of the war. This Corgi Limited Edition features poseable landing gear, movable flaps and propeller, plus figurines of Lt. Col. Elder and a fellow pilot watching a member of the ground crew proudly painting his latest victory on his scoreboard.

Features
• Replica Includes Three Hand-Painted Metal Figurines
• 12.50 Inches Long with 14.25 Inch Wingspan
• Comes with Sturdy Metal Display Stand
• Features Packard V-1650 Engine
• Precision Die-cast Replica

You can pick it up here:

http://www.motormint.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1143 (http://www.motormint.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1143)


Our final selection for the last week of summer is the much sought Corgi 1:72 scale "Black Cat" Catalina. Perry's still has it for $79.95. You can save $20.00 from that price if you're willing to select another livery of the same plane.

Perry won't let me show you the picture from his site, but Tim's site sight covering the Corgi airplane line can give you an eye full here:

http://www.tricatus.co.uk/aa36104.htm

Check out all of Perry's Catalinas bobbing on the surface about here:

http://www.perryaircraft.com/cgi-bin/DATABASE/PAHcgi.pl/default.htm?MODEL=Catalina&view_records=1&so=ascend&sb=2&MATCHFILE=Catalina#old36102

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Fall is officially here and for a change of pace, we'll begin with our aircraft picks.

Our first selection is the rarely modeled Soviet IL-2, the greatest ground attack plane of the Second World War. In the 1:72 scale from IXO by way of Bad Cat, it can be yours for $19.99.

Ilyushin II-2m3 Sturmovik 1:72 IXO Altaya 2007-31
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Model Features:

Cockpit and Fixed Canopy
Painted Panel Lines and Surface Details
Heavy Diecast Construction
Plastic Components
Equipped Armament
Authentic Paint Scheme
Interchangeable Landing Gear (Up or Down)
Rotating Propeller
Length: 6.5�
Wingspan: 7.75�

About the Ilyushin II-2:
The Ilyushin Il-2 Sturmovik was a ground attack aircraft in the Second World War, produced by the Soviet Union. In combination with its successor, the Ilyushin Il-10, a total of 36,163 were built, making it the single most produced military aircraft design in all of aviation history as well as the second most produced aircraft in history behind the Polikarpov Po-2. To Sturmovik pilots, the aircraft was simply the diminutive "Ilyusha". To the soldiers on the ground, it was the "Hunchback," the "Flying Tank" or, the greatest of compliments, the "Flying Infantryman."

Significance to the War:
The Il-2 aircraft played a crucial role on the Eastern Front, and in Soviet opinion it was the most decisive aircraft in the history of modern land warfare. Flying day and night, they could defeat the thick armour of the Panther and Tiger I tanks, and occasionally shot down Bf 109s when the German pilots got careless while attacking them.
Link to it here:

http://www.badcataviation.com/iliist1ixoal.html


Our second aircraft is one of those 109s and a very special 109F flown by Adolf Galland. From the Armour 1:48 scale, it comes to you from Go Hobbies for $45.00.

http://www.discounttrainsonline.com/graphics/TFM/LB189.jpg

Check out the German ace's plane here:

http://www.gohobbies.com/itemTFM-B189.html


Our first AFV is a US M4A3 Sherman Blockbuster from Corgi and Motormint, which has this 1:50 scale tank for you if you will part with $24.98.

http://www.motormint.com/ProductImages/fullsize/US51022.jpg

Battle of The Bulge
U.S. M4A3 Sherman Tank

The Most Famous Battle Of World War II
Gen. George Patton's lightning bolt offensive that smashed Nazi Germany's last stand at Bastogne and sealed the fate of Hitlers 3rd Reich. Now here in this specially struck, strictly limited commemorative edition are the tanks and armor of both armies that fought that “duel to the death� over 60 years ago!

U.S. M4A3 Sherman Blockbuster
Lightening fast and highly maneuverable...it defeated the heavier Panther by blowing off its treads...then zeroing in for the kill.

See the David in the fight here:

http://www.motormint.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1151

Our final selection is a Dragon 1:72 scale DRR60236 Sd.Kfz.251 Ausf.D Pz.Gren.Div. LAH, Kharkov 1943 in winter camo. Great Models has it for $14.90.

http://images.kitlink.com/Products/images/Dmldragon/DRR60236.JPG

See it and perhaps von Manstein here:

http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=DRR60236

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We start this week with a pick from the Vietnam War era. From On Mark for $21.00, it is a Corgi (US51105) M113 ACAV 8th Inf., in 1:50 scale.

http://catalog.onmarkint.com/images/detailed_images/detailed_image_858.jpg

Find yours a few clicks from Da Nang or Saigon, or here:

http://catalog.onmarkint.com/us51105-m113-acav-8th-inf-1-50-p32154.html


Our second selections a very good value in the unusual 1:43 scale. From German Aircooled for $15.15, it is a Kfz. 251 "Stuka zu Fuss/Stuka on Feet".

https://www.germanaircooled.com/cart/shop_image/product/324%206387.jpg

Check it out here:

http://www.germanaircooled.com/cart/index.php?page=shop/flypage&product_id=1050&category_id=bac918dc2066521447e1d1df65d4a04f

Going to the skies, we have two outstanding planes from two of the best die cast companies. The first is a GMP 001438B21 Texas Longhorn P-40E Fighter Warhawk 1/35 GMP for $59.95 from Pro Star 2.

Texas Longhorn P-40E Fighter Warhawk 1/35 GMP. Texas Longhorn, P-40E (RAF serial ET 600), was assigned to the 9th Fighter Squadron of the 49th Fighter Group. This aircraft is seen at Rogers Airfield, also known as 30-mile, west of Port Moresby in 1943. This aircraft was lost on 12 May 1943 in New Guinea in a non-combat loss US Army photo. After finishing a tour with the US 9th Fighter Squadron, Landers went on to fly in the ETO where he eventually commanded the 78th Fighter Group of the Eighth Air Force. Authentic features include sliding canopy, removable magnetized cowling, opening gun bay doors, poseable flaps, rudders, and ailerons, mechanized landing gear, armament accessories, and more! 1 of 1,000. Wingspan 13 inches, Length 11 inches, and Height 5 inches.



http://www.prostar2collectibles.com/images/01000/001438.jpg Get a bead on it here:


http://prostar2collectibles.com/shopsite_sc/store/html/001438.html

In a bit smaller 1:48 scale, our second pick-of-the-air is from Eagles International by way of Great Models for $57.30. It is a EGT10003 P-51C Mustang: INA the Macon Belle 15Th Air Force--Tuskegee Airmen Red Tail.

http://images.kitlink.com/Products/images/EGT/EGT10003.JPG

Get one to protect your bombers here:

http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=EGT10003

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As announced on another thread, the big news for die cast shoppers this week is Pete's Fall sale, which ends on Sunday. There are many great buys still available, but act quickly if you are interested. We will feature one tank and one plane from the sale, representing the many good values to be had.

Sporting a red 30% off logo is a Corgi 1:32 scale Hurricane IIc from Malta. With the discount this big bird can be yours for only $48.99.

AA35502Corgi$89.99 $69.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/AA35502.JPG Hawker Hurricane AOC Malta Air Vice Marshall K R Park. Special Price: $69.99

Scale: 1/32 LIMITED STOCKShipping: $9.00

See it in even greater detail at Tim's great Corgi site:

http://www.tricatus.co.uk/aa35502.htm

start your procurement process here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Specials&ItemNo=AA35502#item


Pete has many great deals on AFV's from Dragon and Hobby Master. To illustrate this, we have selected the rarely done IS-2 in 1:48 scale from Hobby Master. With the yellow 25% off logo, you can pick one up from Pete for $22.13.

HG1101Hobby Master$32.95 $29.50 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/HG1101.JPG Russian JS-2 (IS-2) #414, 7th Independent Guards Heavy Tank Brigade, Berlin, 1942. Special Price: $29.50 http://www.petescollectibles.com/_webart/Coupony.jpg


Scale: 1/48 LIMITED STOCKShipping: $9.00

Ignore the incorrect by three years date and get yours here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Specials&ItemNo=HG1101#item


Temped as we are, not all of picks this week will come from Pete's sale. Diecast Direct also has a great deal on an EDG Panard armored car in German livery. In the 1:43 scale, the price is only $9.95 and includes a display case. Diecast Direct won't let me show you their picture of this piece, so you'll have to link to it here:

http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_modules/add_item.asp?ProductCode=EDG852321

Our final item is the Italian version of the famous Texan trainer of U.S. World War II fame. From Bad Cat and Hobby Master in 1:72 scale, you can begin your training for $14.99.

Italian T-6G Texan 1:72 Hobby Master HM-1503 CLEARANCE!

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HM-1503

List Price: $25.95
Our Price: $14.99http://us.st1.yimg.com/store1.yimg.com/Img/trans_1x1.gif

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Model Features:
Detailed Cockpit
Metal Construction
Plastic components
Interchangable Canopy
Detachable Landing Gear
Display Stand Included
Authentic Paint Scheme

The T-6 Texan was a single-engine advanced trainer aircraft designed by North American Aviation, used to train fighter pilots of the United States Army Air Forces, United States Navy, Royal Air Force and other air forces of the British Commonwealth during World War II. The T-6 is known by a variety of designations depending on the model and operating air force. The USAAC called it the "AT-6", the US Navy, the "SNJ", and British Commonwealth air forces, the Harvard. It remains a popular warbird aircraft.

It's here:

http://www.badcataviation.com/tteaaaemina1.html

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For those who have any money left in their pocket after last week’s sale, we have four more ways it can fly out of your wallet this week. We’ll start our week selections with two tanks.

The first is from Go Hobbies and Forces of Valor in 1:32 scale. It is a UK Matilda II in very interesting desert camo. I will go hull down for you for $24.00.

http://www.discounttrainsonline.com/graphics/UNX/L81001.jpg

Link to it here:

http://www.gohobbies.com/itemUNX-81001.html


Our second pick is another UK tank from the next stop in the war after North Africa. In 1:50 scale from Corgi and 3000 Toys, is a UK Sherman--The Race to Messina and Beyond - M4 A3 Sherman Tank - British Army - Royal Scots Greys - Italy, 1943. It is priced at $24.95.

http://www.3000toys.com/images/CORGI/CC51004.jpg

Link this master of Messina here:

http://www.3000toys.com/catalog/item_detail.aspx?itemfind=CORGICC51004


Our first pick with altitude is from Beck's. While I am not usually a fan of Witty's prop planes, they make a nice Sea Fury--perhaps because it arrived at the beginning of the jet age. In the 1:72 scale and for $19.99, you can pick up a:

SEA FURY - RCN
SQN. 803 - Royal Canadian Navy
Scale: 1/72 L: 5.75" W: 6.25"

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Tail hook it here:

https://www.bacdiecast.com/product_info.php?cPath=87&products_id=781

Our final pick this week is from Pete's. He has a Korean war vintage four blade prop F4U-4A CORSAIR BUNO 96845 OF VMF-323, USS BAODING STRAIT, OFF KOREA, JULY 1950 from Corgi in the 1:72 scale for $17.99.

http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/US33013.JPG


Waive it on your carrier deck here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Corgi&ItemNo=US33013#item

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Both of this week's armor picks come from a single web page at Spirit of '76. Both are Corgi 1:50 Shermans--each of a different type and from a different war. The page containing both items is here:

http://www.spirit-of-76.com/aircraftvehicles/vehicles/corgi/index.htm

Our first pick is the very last item on that page, a Sherman flame tank from the USMC in Korea during 1953. It is from the Forgotten Heroes collection and will cost you just $22.00.

As this site does not include photos of either of our armor selections, the first one can be seen at the top of this page at Mike's site:

http://www.mikes-tanks.com/CorgiRecent.htm

Our second pick can be found listed two items down from the last of the two pictures that appear on the first referenced link above. It is a M4A3 from the Italy, The Race to Messina and Beyond collection. It is priced at $26.40. You can see in the third and forth rows of Mike's Italy, The Race to Messina and Beyond section here:

http://www.mikes-tanks.com/CorgiWWII.htm


We'll do a little better getting you pictures of our plane picks. From Wartoyz, we have:

U.S. F-15 Eagle - USAF Edwards Test Center

http://www.wartoyz.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/wt72005-f15-etc-450.jpg The F-15 Eagle is an all-weather, extremely maneuverable, tactical fighter designed to permit the Air Force to gain and maintain air supremacy over the battlefield. The Eagle's air superiority is achieved through a mixture of maneuverability, acceleration, range, weapons, and avionics.

The F-15's superior maneuverability and acceleration are achieved through high engine thrust-to-weight ratio and low wing loading. Low wing-loading (the ratio of aircraft weight to its winf area) is a vital factor in maneuverability. Combined with the Eagle's high thrust-to-weight ratio, this enables the F-15 to turn tightly without lsing airspeed.

This 1:72 scale die-cast F-15 Eagle is part of the Witty Wings' Sky Guardians series. It is approximately 11 inches long with a wingspan of 7 inches. This plane has the special Edwards Test Center paint scheme.

The model has extensive detailing, including features like metal landing gear, external drop tanks, workable rudders, and functional speedbrake. The detailed cockpit includes a pilot figure and features and opening canopy. The model also includes a display stand.

*ON SALE* - Normally priced at $33.99, today just:

Price: $27.99

Item Number: WT72005-003. In stock - available for immediate delivery!



Our final selection is from Burbank's House of Hobbies. It is a Dragon 1:72 scale available for $14.99 or in more detail is:

http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-37481201299324_1972_274338246 (http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-37481201299324_1972_274309279)

http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-37481201299324_1968_4597540

Accurate Spitfire Mk. VB mold - 1/72 authentic scale - High quality diecast metal fuselage and wings - Historically accurate - Detailed cockpit - Opening/Closed Canopy option - Engraved panel lines - Movable flight control surfaces - Rotating propeller - Ready to display - Display In Flight or In Landing Mode (stand included)


Dragon 1/72 British Spitfire Mk.Vc UP-A "JEN III" 79th Squadron ~ A58-262, 1944 DML50167http://us.st1.yimg.com/store1.yimg.com/Img/trans_1x1.gifRegular price: $29.95http://us.st1.yimg.com/store1.yimg.com/Img/trans_1x1.gifOur price: $14.99

Link to it here:

http://www.houseofhobbies.com/dragon172.html

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Halloween is just around the corner. So I've decided that our first pick should be big and scary.

The Forces of Valor 1:16 Tiger second livery has just been released. But the first release is very difficult to find. The good news is that Model Hobbies (aka Micro Macro Mundo Inc. (http://www.rocousa.com/)) still has it and it can still be yours, on condition that you have $384.62 in your pocket and a bit more for shipping and handling.

Product ID: FOV85204
Category: Forces of Valor
FOV85204 1:16th German Tiger I No. 222 - Michael W
Description: 1:16th German Tiger I No. 222 - Michael Wittman [sic]

http://dev.forcesofvalor.com/images/product/primary_image/85204.jpg1:16th Scale German Tiger I No.222 driven by the Panzer Ace Michael Wittman at the famous battle of Villers-Bocage on June 13, 1944. Tiger I No. 222 is recreated in die cast metal and plastic. The tracks are metal and they roll. The turret is metal and it turns. Raise the metal barrel and take aim. Plastic accessories complete the detail. Included in the set is a 1:16th scale replica of Michael Wittman to command the battle.http://dev.forcesofvalor.com/images/product/product_image/85204a.jpghttp://www.forcesofvalor.com/images/clear.gifCompletely detailed
http://www.forcesofvalor.com/images/clear.gif http://www.forcesofvalor.com/images/clear.gif1:16th scale model of Michael Wittman
http://www.forcesofvalor.com/images/clear.gif http://www.forcesofvalor.com/images/clear.gifMetal tracks roll over the suspension
Link to it here:

http://www.rocousa.com/detail.asp?product_id=fov85204


To balance thing off our second AFV pick will only put you back $9.95. From Diecast Direct, who won't let me show you a picture, we feature an EDG 1:43 scale Lancia Lince "Italy 1944".

The link to see and possibly order this armored car is:

http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_modules/add_item.asp?ProductCode=EDG851621


Our first Pic-de-aire is a hard to find oldie but goodie at a very good price. From the Franklin Mint and Joe Pilot, we feature the 1:48 scale master of the desert fighters.


Me-109 N Africa 1942 - Hans J. Marseille http://joepilot.com/images/blank.gifhttp://joepilot.com/images/blank.gif


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List Price: $69.99
Our Price: $48.13
Brands: Franklin Mint (http://joepilot.com/items.asp?Bc=FranklinMint&iTpStatus=1&Tp=)Model: 98009Categories: Me-109 (http://joepilot.com/items.asp?Cc=Me%2D109&Tp=&iTpStatus=1)

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Out of Production
Franklin Mint Precision Models bring you a superbly designed and detailed model, engineered to exact scale and crafted to the highest standards! Each Franklin Mint model is hand-assembled and hand-painted to ensure quality and authentic detail. To create each exciting precision model replica, the designers and engineers make an exhaustive examination of the subject replica from every conceivable angle: photographing, sketching, historical data and in many cases studying the actual plans. Capture your piece of history now!
The Armour Collection ME 109 pictured on this page was piloted by Hptm. Hans J. Marseille, of 3./JG27, in North Africa, 1942.
Hans-Joachim Marseille (December 13, 1919 - September 30, 1942) was a Luftwaffe pilot, accepted to be one of the greatest aces of World War II. He was nicknamed the "star of Africa". Marseille scored all but seven of his 158 victories against the British Commonwealth's Desert Air Force over North Africa. All of his victories for the Axis Powers were scored in Bf 109s. Size: Wing span 8 inches. Item Number: 98009

Here's the link:

http://joepilot.com/itemdesc.asp?ic=98009&eq=&Tp=


Our final selection gets you two for one. From Pete's and Corgi in the 1:72 scale, we give you...




AA99110Corgi$79.99 $49.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/AA99110.JPG DH Mosquito And Supermarine Spitfire Set of 2 Planes, 1/72 Scale, Mosquito Wing Span is 9"" & The Spitfire Wing Span Is 6"", **CLEARANCE** Very Limited Qty. Left!! Special Price: $49.99


Scale: 1/72 Size: "9 & 6"" Wing Span"LIMITED STOCKShipping 1st: $9.00Additional Items: $1.00


Get it here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Specials&ItemNo=AA99110#item

[KG_Jag]

As we shift our clocks back an hour, I have an extra hour to make my picks for this week. But why delay? Both of our AFV picks are of World War II vintage. Each is Corgi 1:50 scale (US60005) and from On Mark for $25.20. This first is a SdKfz AA quad half track that you can pick up .

http://catalog.onmarkint.com/images/detailed_images/detailed_image_877.jpg

Link to it here:

http://catalog.onmarkint.com/us60005-sdkfz-7-quad-gun-1-50-p32196.html


Our second is CC60103 - Churchill NA75 British Army 'A' Squadron, 51 RTR, Gothic Line, Italy September 1944, Limited Edition.

http://catalog.onmarkint.com/images/detailed_images/detailed_image_717.jpg

Get to it by way of this link:

http://catalog.onmarkint.com/cc60103-churchill-na75-british-army-1-50-p31544.html

Our first flying selection is a Dragon 1:72 P-47 C-5 from Timewalker for $14.92 in your coin.

P-47c-5 334th FS "Missouri Kid" CLEARANCE!
DRW-50178
Clearance!
P-47C-5 334th FS, 4th FG Eagle Squadron "The Missouri Kid – Sho Me"

http://www.timewalkertoys.com/media/50178_180.jpg

Pilot: Flight Officer Ralph Hofer

This aircraft flew in the infamous Eagle Squadron. It features the fully detailed "Missouri Kid" emblem and was piloted by Ralph Hofer.


Main Features:
- 1/72 Authentic Scale
- High Quality Diecast Metal
- Historically Accurate
- Removable Weapons
- Detailed Cockpits
- Opening/Closed Canopy option
- Rotating propeller
- Pre-assembled
- Display In Flight or In Landing Mode
- Approximate dimensions: 6"L x 7.1"W x 2.4"H

About the P-47C:
The first flight of the heavy P-47 took place on 6 May 1941. A series of modifications ultimately led to the P-47C-5, which was the principal sub-variant of the P47-C family. This variant was among the first Thunderbolts to be sent overseas for combat, and the 4th FG (Fighter Group) in England received this fighter.

This famous FG was built around "Eagle Squadron", a group of experienced American pilots who were serving with the RAF, many of whom were none too pleased to be trading in their nifty Spitfires!

About Ralph Hofer:
* September 22, 1943, joins 4th Fighter Group
* October 8, 1943, gets air to air kill on first mission
* June 22, 1944, "A" Flight CO
* July 2, 1944, Killed in action in P-51B QP-X, 43-6746 while climbing to engage 20+ Me-109's near Budapest, Hungary. The wreckage of his Mustang and his body were later found at Mostar, Yugoslavia.
- had over 30 victories


Check it out here:

http://www.timewalkertoys.com/index.html?target=p_724.html&lang=en-us

Our final selection will have special appeal for the budget minded. It is from Corgi's Second Warbirds Series and is offered by Burbank's House of Hobbies for just $9.99. It is the 1:144 scale:

http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-37481201299324_1972_354279471

Link to it here:

http://store.houseofhobbies.com/cowa1b17mkii.html

It's difficult to find pictures of many items in the Warbirds line, but you can see it at The Flying Mule, which offers the same plane for $15.00 more, as you can see by this link:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/CG-WB99627

[KG_Jag]

Our Veteran's Day picks are dedicated to all those who have served or who are serving in U.S. military and those of our friends and allies.

It is appropriate to start with our Jimmy Doolittle raid B-25 in 1:72 scale from Corgi and offered by Perry's for just $49.95.

http://www.tricatus.co.uk/Images6/35302a.jpg

See Tim's great site for more pictures of this beautiful bird:

http://www.tricatus.co.uk/AA35302.htm

Link to check or buy it from Perry's about 3/4ths of the way down this page:

http://www.perryaircraft.com/cgi-bin/DATABASE/PAHcgi.pl/default.htm?TYPE=&CLASS=&MAKE=&RATIO=&MAKERATIO=---&COUNTRY=---&TYPECLASS=---&MODEL=B-25+Mitchell+Bomber&view_records=1&sb=3&so=ascend#


Our second selection is found at Go Hobby for $55.99. It's a Carousel 1 http://www.discounttrainsonline.com/graphics/CRO/L7123.jpg Carousel Indy Legends
Fokker Triplane
Ernst Udet, Somme 1918
1/48
Item Number CRO-7123

Link to this fantastic World War I fighting machine here:

http://www.gohobbies.com/itemCRO-7123.html


Turning now to our AFV picks, we begin with a little something from the Toy Headquarters for $29.99. From late in World War II, by Forces of Valor it is a 1:32 German Jagdpanther - Belgium.

[FOV80212_310]$41.99 $29.99http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/images/pixel_trans.gifhttp://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/product_thumb.php?img=images/FOV80212.jpg&w=102&h=75 (http://javascript<b></b>:popupWindow('http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/popup_image.php?pID=1277&osCsid=bbe5a36cd5261810742871ade03f5ead'))
Click to enlarge (http://javascript<b></b>:popupWindow('http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/popup_image.php?pID=1277&osCsid=bbe5a36cd5261810742871ade03f5ead')) German Jagdpanther - Belgium
SKN: 80212 | SCALE: 1:32

The German JagdPanther was arguably the best tank destroyer design of WWII. The Panther chassis was chosen and it was armed with a powerful 88mm Pak 43 L/71 gun. Although conceptualized and designed in 1942, by the time the tanks were manufactured and shipped to the troops in 1944, Germany was in full retreat across multiple fronts.

MODEL FEATURES:
- Enthusiast Series
- 1/32 Scale
- Die Cast
- Tank Tracks roll along the working suspension
- Main Gun elevates to engage!
- Includes Commander to direct the Battle!
- Real World Accessories in realistic detail!
- Length 11 inches
- Width 4 1/4 inches
- Height 4 inches
http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/images/pixel_trans.gifThis product was added to our catalog on Tuesday 13 September, 2005.



The link is:

http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/product_info.php?cPath=68_58_32&products_id=1277&osCsid=bbe5a36cd5261810742871ade03f5ead


Our final pick for Veteran's Day is from the same time frame and side in the war, but from a different company--Dragon-- and in a 1:72 smaller scale. Offered by Burbank's House of Hobbies for $14.95, we have:

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Features:

- Open window display packaging - Highly popular and collectible item - True to 1/72 scale - Fully accurate mold - Fully assembled - Historically accurate markings and insignia - Includes protective display case

At 70 tons, Germany’s Jagdtiger was certainly no lightweight! In fact it was the heaviest armored vehicle to go into production in WWII. A design to mount a 12.8cm antitank gun on the Tiger II chassis was ordered as far back as early 1943, and by April 1944 the first prototype was ready. The first pair of vehicles was fitted with a Porsche-designed suspension system, a system that proved unsatisfactory. Production was delayed until Henschel redesigned the suspension with a torsion bar system.

Dragon Armor has launched a 1/72 scale model of this Henschel Production Jagdtiger. The fully built-up replica represents tank destroyer “X8� of sPzJgAbt 512 fighting in Germany in 1945. Of special note is the realistically textured coating of zimmerit on the hull and superstructure of this Jagdtiger. This collector’s item has been face-lifted and a brand new crane added to the roof. This type of crane was used to lift up the superstructure roof in order to gain access to the fighting compartment for maintenance. The crane is beautifully reproduced to scale, as is the vehicle itself resplendent in its late-war ambush camouflage scheme.


Dragon 1/72 Jagdtiger Henschel Version w/Crane, s.Pz.Jg.Abt.512, Germany 1945 DML60266http://us.st1.yimg.com/store1.yimg.com/Img/trans_1x1.gifRegular price: $24.95http://us.st1.yimg.com/store1.yimg.com/Img/trans_1x1.gifOur price: $14.95

You can get it here:

http://www.houseofhobbies.com/dr1jahevewsg.html

[KG_Jag]

Happy Thanksgiving week for all of you in the States! Hopefully the picks this week will be devoid of turkeys.

We'll start with a newer offering. From Corgi and Historic Aviation in the 1:50 scale, it is a tank with three soldiers for $33.95. Our first feature is:

Models and Kits (http://www.historicaviation.com/historicaviation/index.po?product=model) > Flying (http://www.historicaviation.com/historicaviation/index.po?product=model&category=flying) > Non-Aviation (http://www.historicaviation.com/historicaviation/index.po?product=model&category=flying&subcategory=279)http://www.historicaviation.com/historicaviation/Image.po?pn=0091674&size=large
Cromwell Centaur Mk.IV Tank 1/50 Die Cast Model


D-Day, Normandy


This 1/50 scale die cast model of a Cromwell Centaur Mk.IV includes working features such as a movable turret and rubber tracks, separately applied detail parts, supplies strapped on the rear, a weathered finish, plus three camouflaged British paratroopers slogging through Normandy to help secure a firm foothold in German-occupied Europe. 6" long.
#0091674

Here's the link:

http://www.historicaviation.com/historicaviation/product_info.po?ID=11451&product=Models+and+Kits&category=flying&subcategory=Non-Aviation

Our second AFV selection is in the larger 1:32 scale from Forces of Valor and the Toy Headquarters, offered for $27.99. It is:

:32 U.K. M4A3 Sherman - Italy
[FOV28581407]$35.99 $27.99http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/images/pixel_trans.gifhttp://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/product_thumb.php?img=images/FOV81407.jpg&w=96&h=75
Click to enlarge (http://javascript<b></b>:popupWindow('http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/popup_image.php?pID=1275&osCsid=bbe5a36cd5261810742871ade03f5ead')) U.K. M4A3 Sherman - Italy
SKN: 81407 | SCALE: 1:32

The M4A3 Sherman was the most produced and most modified tank of WWII. The British Army modified the basic M4 chassis with multiple weapons configurations and equipment. The Royal Scots Greys was the British M4A3 tank for the final battles of Italy in 1943.

MODEL FEATURES:
- Enthusiast Series
- 1/32 Scale
- Die Cast Metal
- Includes Commander to direct the Battle!
- Real World Accessories in realistic detail!
- Tank Tracks roll along the working suspension
- Turret turns and the main gun elevates to engage!
http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/images/pixel_trans.gifThis product was added to our catalog on Tuesday 13 September, 2005.

Check it out here:

http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/product_info.php?cPath=68_58_32&products_id=1275&osCsid=bbe5a36cd5261810742871ade03f5ead

It's time to see if the holiday birds can fly. Our fist test will be in the form of a Corgi 1:72 Wellington, available from Historic Aviation for $59.95.

Vickers Wellington Mk.VIII 1/72 Die Cast Model


No. 172 Sq., Coastal Command, 1942


Featuring Air to Surface Vessel radar and a working Leigh light used to spotlight submarines recharging their batteries on the surface at night, this 1/72 scale, limited edition model also includes engraved panel lines; rotating propellers; optional position landing gear; and the markings of Coastal Command's No. 172 Squadron, which undertook the first nighttime attack of a surfaced submarine. 14¼" wingspan; includes a display stand.
#0091712

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Get aboard here:

http://www.historicaviation.com/historicaviation/product_info.po?ID=11489&product=Models+and+Kits&category=ww&subcategory=U.S.%20Naval%20Patrol%20Aircraft

Our final selection gets you two for one in 1:72 scale from Corgi and Go Hobbies. Still available from this vendor at just $32.00, you get a Corsair battling a Zeke.

http://www.discounttrainsonline.com/graphics/CRG/L99120.jpg
Corgi Diecast
F-4UI & A-6M2
Guadalcanal

Item Number CRG-99120
Military
Diecast Planes And Helicopters Retail $40.00
Our Price $32.00 That's 20% OFF
Available usually
ships out in 5 days

Join the furball here:

http://www.gohobbies.com/itemCRG-99120.html

Just because it's Thanksgiving week, we have a bonus pick. In the 1:32 scale from Corgi to go with you Spits and Hurricanes, we have from Historic Aviation for only $19.95:

http://www.historicaviation.com/historicaviation/Image.po?pn=0091590&size=large
Battle of Britain Scramble! Vignette



This collection of cast metal, hand painted, 1/32 scale figures depicts one of the countless scrambles that occurred during the Battle of Britain, when "The Few" - the brave pilots who defended British skies - raced to their aircraft to intercept incoming German fighters and bombers. So detailed, this set even includes a phonograph player and a game table with checkers! Makes a perfect companion to a 1/32 scale Spitfire or Hurricane (also available).
#0091590


Scramble to it on this link:

http://www.historicaviation.com/historicaviation/product_info.po?ID=10777&product=Models+and+Kits&category=ww&subcategory=Allied%20Fighter%20Combatants

[KG_Jag]

Now that the Thanksgiving weekend is in the books, I know that most of you are looking forward to returning for a full week of work or school. Hopefully each of you was more successful at avoiding the flu bug than was I. However, when the weather changes from 80's to the 30's in just a day or two, I'm usually toast--even without the rain that was thrown in.

Guess I'm well enough to make three armor picks this week. The first is the big boy of the group, and at it's price you'd to have been very good all year to find it in your Christmas stocking. From FOV and Badcat in the 1:16 scale and offered (at least for a few days) at $349.99, it is:


Tiger I Wittmann's Final 1:16 FOV 85504 THANKSGIVING SALE


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Tiger I

Manufacture:
Forces of Valor

Availability: In-Stock (http://www.badcataviation.com/info.html#stock) Item Number:
FOV-85504

List Price: $550.00
Our Price: $349.99http://us.st1.yimg.com/store1.yimg.com/Img/trans_1x1.gif

Link to it here:

http://www.badcataviation.com/tiiwifi1foof.html


Our second pick is from Corgi and Showcase Toys, coming to you in the 1:50 scale for the much more modest price of $23.95. It is a
Churchill Mk III Tank

2003 Corgi Limited Edition die-cast metal model

Churchill Mark III Tank - 'C' Squadron, Calgary Regiment, 1st Canadian Army Tank Brigade, Dieppe Raid, August 1942

1:50 scale. Length: 5.75" (14.6 cm)


http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/showcasetoys_1974_4964124

The link is:

http://www.showcasetoys.com/cochmktacano.html


Our third and final armor selection is from Pete's and is a Corgi tank in the same 1:50 scale. The price tag says $24.99, but the red Pete's logo tells you that this Panther can be in your basket for 30% less or for just $17.49, if you know the coupon code.




CC60208Corgi$35.95 $24.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/CC60208.JPG Panther Ausf. G – Kampfgruppe Peiper, 1st SS-Panzer Division, German Army, ONLY 2 LEFT!!! Special Price: $24.99





Scale: 1/50 LIMITED STOCKShipping 1st: $9.00Additional Items: $1.00

Check it out here:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Corgi&ItemNo=CC60208#item

We haven't forgotten you airplane collectors. Our first pick in this category is also from Corgi by way of Pete's and bears the same 30% off the posted price red logo. This 1:72 scale RAF Hawk, listed at $19.99, can join your air force for only $13.99.




AA36002Corgi$34.99 $19.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/AA36002.JPG British Aerospace Hawk T.1A - No. 4 Flying Training School, RAF Valley, Anglesey, 1995 Special Price: $19.99





Scale: 1/72 LIMITED STOCKShipping 1st: $9.00Additional Items: $1.00

Here's your link:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Corgi&ItemNo=AA36002#item

Our final pick is a very good value for those of you who collect larger 1:48 scale multiple engine World War II planes. From Armor/Franklin Mint by way of Great Models for the tune of $69.95, it is:


http://images.kitlink.com/Products/images/Collection/B11E198.JPG Collection Armour
B11E198
1/48 B11E198 Heinkel He111 Aircraft Battle of Britain 1941
Category: Pre-Painted Aircraft Models 1/48
All Accessories (http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/search.cgi?terms=RMX5522&boolean=OR&category=Accessories_For_B11E198)
Accessories In Stock (http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/search.cgi?terms=RMX5522&boolean=OR&instock=1&category=Accessories_For_B11E198)
Designed for civilian use, this powerful plane was drafted to become the Luftwaffe's principal bomber in WWII. Last Received: 11/19/07 (What's this? (http://javascript<b></b>:stockmsg()))Retail Price: $104.95 Your Price: $69.95

Link:

http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=B11E198

[KG_Jag]

We'll start with a great price on a Dragon 1:72 scale tank. From Atlantic Toys for just $9.95, you can pick up a:

1/72 Sherman Firefly Vc German Army Western Front 1944 #60259
http://a248.e.akamai.net/f/248/5462/2h/atlantictoys.safeshopper.com/images/bd114u2w.jpg
Product Details Stock #: DR_60259_box Price: $ 14.95
Special: $9.95


Link to the captured UK tank is here:

http://atlantictoys.safeshopper.com/688/4123.htm?704

We'll go up in size and forward in time for our next armor selection. From the Toy Headquarters and FOV, we feature a 1:32 scale Bradley from the Desert Storm and priced at $28.99.

http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/images/FOV80002.jpg


1:32 U.S. M3A2 Bradley Desert Storm
[FOV80002_210] $38.99 $28.99http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/images/pixel_trans.gifhttp://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/product_thumb.php?img=images/FOV80002.jpg&w=111&h=75
Click to enlarge (http://javascript<b></b>:popupWindow('http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/popup_image.php?pID=39&osCsid=bbe5a36cd5261810742871ade03f5ead')) U.S. M2A2 Bradley Tank - Kuwait 1991
Enthusiast Series
1:32 scale die cast steel model from Forces of Valor.

This vehicle features true-to-life detail. Tank tracks that really roll along their independent suspension, hatches and access ports that reveal internal compartments. Turrets and gun barrels that maneuver just like they did in battle. Real life accessories to stow alongside and a display stand with name plate. The detail on this tank is amazing. These are some of the best die cast replicas out today. Comes with one action figure.

Link to it here:

http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/product_info.php?cPath=68_58_32&products_id=39&osCsid=bbe5a36cd5261810742871ade03f5ead

It's time to pay attention to those who collect flying machines. Our first pick in this category is a Corgi 1:72 scale F-86A Sabre. It is offered by Historic Aviation for just $17.95.

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F-86A Sabre 1/72 Die Cast Model



Featuring the markings of the 116th Fighter-Interceptor Squadron, which was the first to be based in Europe with F-86s, this limited edition 1/72 scale die cast model includes engraved panel lines, gun ports, external fuel tanks, optional position landing gear, a display stand, and more. 6¼" wingspan.
#0091510

Special Purchase...Save 60%!Regular price:$47.95 Sale Price: $17.95

Here's to vector to connect with this bird:

http://www.historicaviation.com/historicaviation/product_info.po?ID=10731&product=Models+and+Kits&category=military&subcategory=244

Our final selection for this week is a more modern jet from Witty and Pete's for $28.99. Flying the eastern skies of the Russia in 1:72 scale is a SU-27.





WTY72014-06Witty$42.00 $28.99 http://www.petescollectibles.com/images/WTY72014-06.JPG CLOSEOUT 1/72 SU-27 Russian Test Pilots. 4 AVAILABLE!! Special Price: $28.99



Scale: 1/72 LIMITED STOCKShipping 1st: $9.00 Additional Items: $1.00

Link to the last 4 planes is:

http://www.petescollectibles.com/display.asp?cat=Specials&ItemNo=WTY72014-06#item

[KG_Jag]

A little flu bug won't keep us from making our picks for this week.

Our first selection is from FOV in 1:32 scale by way of the Toy Headquarters, which wants $29.99 of your holiday coin. It is:

1:32 Iraqi T-72 Baghdad 2003
[FOV80015_210]$38.99 $29.99http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/images/pixel_trans.gifhttp://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/product_thumb.php?img=images/FOV80015.jpg&w=160&h=75
Click to enlarge (http://javascript<b></b>:popupWindow('http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/popup_image.php?pID=584&osCsid=bbe5a36cd5261810742871ade03f5ead')) Iraqi T-72-Operation Iraqi Freedom
Enthusiast Series
FOV80015 | SCALE: 1:32

The Iraqi T-72 is the latest Russian weapons technology in the Iraqi arsenal. Although fast, durable, and potent with its 125mm gun, the T-72 proved no match for the U.S. Apache Helicopters or M1A2 Battle Tanks.

Includes Commander to direct the Battle
- Real world accessories
- The turret turns and the short main gun moves
- The hatches open and the accessories can come off
- Tank track rolls along the working suspension
- Comes with display stand
- Length almost 12 inches
- Width about 4 1/4 inches
- Height about 3 1/2 inches
- Fantastic detail

Aim your anti-tanks missile here:

http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/product_info.php?cPath=68_58_32&products_id=584&osCsid=bbe5a36cd5261810742871ade03f5ead


Flying out of the Green Zone and back a couple decades or so in time, our second selection is a Corgi 1:43 scale M113 Armored Ambulance from the Unsung Heroes Collection. It is available from Motormint for $24.98. Be warned about this vendor, who takes a very long time, 10 days to 2 weeks in my experience, before getting to your on-line order. If you really want a particular piece, I suggest that you telephone or risk being disappointed as I was recently. With that said, here is the piece:

http://www.motormint.com/ProductImages/fullsize/M113AM.jpg

Corgi Classics M113 Armored Ambulance - 1:43 Scale M113AM CORGI Unsung Heroes Limited Edition of 1700
Limited Edition Closeout

The Most Widely Used Armored Vehicle of Its Time
M113 Armored Ambulance

Fast and Versatile
Th e M113 Armored Personnel Carrier was used in Vietnam for everything from cavalry assault to command vehicles to ambulances. Produced from 1960 to 1992, they featured welded aluminum armor (sufficient to stop light arm fire) and a Detroit Diesel 212 hp. V-6 engine. Fully amphibious, it had a top land speed of 38 mph. As an ambulance it was fitted with 4 stretchers.

http://www.motormint.com/images/products/support/corgi_logo.jpg

Features
• Movable Treads
• Top Land Speed of 38 mph
• Rotating .50 Caliber Machine Gun
• Detroit Diesel 212 hp. V-6 Engine
• Welded Aluminum Armor (Sufficient to Stop Light Arm Fire)
• Precision Diecast Replica
• 1:43 Scale Model
• 4 Inches Long

The link is here:

http://www.motormint.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1012 (http://www.motormint.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=1012)


Going up, our first first aircraft is a Carousel 1 in 1:48 scale from Great Models for just $46.85. Flying the German skies, it is:


http://images.kitlink.com/Products/images/Carousel1/CAZ7104.JPG Carousel 1
CAZ7104
1/48 CAZ7104 Messerschmitt Bf.109 V-14
Category: Pre-Painted Aircraft Models 1/48
All Accessories (http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/search.cgi?terms=HSG09108&boolean=OR&category=Accessories_For_CAZ7104)
Accessories In Stock (http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/search.cgi?terms=HSG09108&boolean=OR&instock=1&category=Accessories_For_CAZ7104)
Ernst Udet, 1937 racer-LTD to 600. Includes decorative display base with clear cover. Removable pilot figure, retractable or extended landing gear. Detailed cockpit. Status: On Sale & In Stock Retail Price: $69.95 Your Price: $46.85

See if you can catch it here:

http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=CAZ7104

Our final pick is also a German war bird from the same era. From the Corgi 1:72 line and On Mark for $45.60, you can pick up this 1941 North African twin engine bomber:

AA33708 HEINKEL HE-111H-6 S7+HA, STG3, DERNA, LIBYA, 1941. 1:72 Limited

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If your not fooled by the desert like coloring, you can find it here:

http://catalog.onmarkint.com/aa33708-he-111h-libya-1-72-p31181.html

[KG_Jag]

This is the week to buy 1:48 scale Franklin Mint/Armour aircraft. There are two closeouts sales--look like liquidations to me--that are being held. We will feature two aircraft from each. Both are featured on their own respective thread in this section. So if you want to see all the offerings, check out those threads.

The first of these is from ClassicCloseouts, where as I write, 27 planes are on the menu (28 are listed but the desert Bf-109F is listed twice at two different prices).

From this sale we feature is the DH98 Mosquito, Black Rufe for $39.99.

http://img.classiccloseouts.com/images_104/attributes_t/5C008185.gif (http://www.classiccloseouts.com/items.asp?shopper_id=T5H0S12315K2007AR2327581911&iid=73935&att_id=85)

See more of it here:

http://www.classiccloseouts.com/items.asp?shopper_id=ZZYMS12W15P2007HE2320346075&iid=73935&att_id=85

The second pick from this sale is a JU87 Stuka Dora Tank Killer from the Luftwaffe in winter camo. It will set you back just $32.99.

http://img.classiccloseouts.com/images_104/attributes_t/5C006785.gif (http://www.classiccloseouts.com/items.asp?shopper_id=T5H0S12315K2007AR2327581911&iid=73917&att_id=85)

You can see a bigger picture of it here:

http://www.classiccloseouts.com/items.asp?shopper_id=LOVAO12M15F2007QG2314338701&iid=73917&att_id=85


The second FM/Armour blowout is from Badcat and features over 40 different planes. From that sale we feature not only a P-38, one of FM's best molds, but we were going to feature Richard Bong "Marge". Unfortunately that one has sold out. So we will feature, for also $39.99:

P-38 Little Buckaroo 1:48 Franklin Mint B11E379 CLEARANCE


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The link is here:

http://www.badcataviation.com/plibu1frmifm.html

Our last FM pick is a JU-52 at $79.99.

Junker Ju-52 1:48 Franklin Mint B11B638 CLEARANCE


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Link:

http://www.badcataviation.com/juju1byfrmib.html


With four aircraft featured, we still have a couple of ground vehicles to include for the week.

The first is a modern era 1:32 scale FOV U.S. tank for $29.99 at the Toy Headquarters. It is:

1:32 U.S. M60A1 Patton Desert Storm
[FOV80009_210]$38.99 $29.99http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/images/pixel_trans.gifhttp://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/product_thumb.php?img=images/FOVUSPattonc.jpg&w=99&h=75
Click to enlarge (http://javascript<b></b>:popupWindow('http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/popup_image.php?pID=41&osCsid=bbe5a36cd5261810742871ade03f5ead')) U.S. Marine M60A1 Patton Tank with Reactive Armor - Kuwait 1991.
Enthusiast Series
1:32 scale die cast steel collectible from Forces of Valor.

This vehicle features true-to-life detail. Tank tracks that really roll along their independent suspension, hatches and access ports that reveal internal compartments. Turrets and gun barrels that maneuver just like they did in battle. Real life accessories to stow alongside and a display stand with name plate. The detail on this tank is amazing. These are some of the best die cast replicas out today. Comes with one action figure, gas cans, sand bags, and removable armor.


Get to it here:

http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart/product_info.php?cPath=68_58_32&products_id=41&osCsid=bbe5a36cd5261810742871ade03f5ead

Our last selection is for those who want both big and modern. From Great Models and Blue Box, it is a 1:18 scale M1A1 Abrams for $30.10.


http://images.kitlink.com/Products/images/Elite/blu21250.JPG Elite Force/Blue Box Toys/BBI
BLB21250
1/18 BLB21250 USA M1A1 Abrams MBT
Category: Pre-Painted Armor Models 1/18
Pre-painted and pre-built, almost 24"L, opening hatch, movable turret, commander figure, movable track system Status: On Sale & In StockRetail Price: $49.95 Your Price: $30.10
Get to this big, bad boy here and see if it will fit in someone's stocking:

http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcart/cgi/display.cgi?item_num=BLB21250

[KG_Jag]

Merry Christmas! This weeks picks come too late to be Christmas gifts, but maybe you got a few bucks in your stocking and are looking for some post Christmas die cast deals to "invest" those extra bucks.

Our two featured fighting vehicles are both from Franklin Mint in the 1:24 scale. The first is for those who have the most Christmas cash. From the Flying Mule and offered at $95.00 it is:

http://www.flyingmule.com/img/prd/FM-B11E207_01_lrg.gif

Franklin Mint Armour Collection B11E207
M1 Abrams Tank Diecast Model--NATO

1:24 Scale Length WidthM1 Abrams 16" 6"

Franklin Mint Armour Collection (http://www.flyingmule.com/range/diecast-model/armor/franklin-mint-armour-collection)

The Franklin Mint "Armour Collection" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military vehicles. Armour Collection diecast vehicles from The Franklin Mint require no glueing or painting. Each model is an instant display piece or diorama centerpiece straight from the box.

Franklin Mint "Armour Collection" diecast vehicles feature:

Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
Accurately detailed underside.To check it out, go to Iraq, or click this link:

http://www.flyingmule.com/products/FM-B11E207

Our next pick is from the first Gulf War. Diecast Direct has only one left of these Humvees at $54.00 (with free shipping). They never let me show you any product of theirs that is featured. So you'll have to see it here:

http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_modules/add_item.asp?ProductCode=FM-B648

Going upstairs, we will continue with Franklin Mint, as many of their products, especially a large slice of their aircraft are on closeout from various vendors. This week we will start by featuring another livery of the JU-52 and at an even better price than last week. This 1:48 bird can be flying your way before the end of the year from Trinkets to Treasures, provided you air mail your $70.00 to them first. It is:

http://www.trinketstotreasures.com/images/B11B657.jpg

Franklin Mint Armour Junkers Ju 52-3m Tante Norway Campaign


The Franklin Mint has earned legendary status by producing some of the most finely detailed and historically accurate die-cast aircraft models in the industry. This aircraft is no exception. This is a 1:48 scale model of the German Junkers Ju 52-3M Tante KGrzb V 106 Norway Campaign. The Junkers was first built in the 1930's yet remained in service for more than a quarter century. During the Second World War the Ju52 became the Luftwaffe's standard workhorse and was known affectionately as 'Tante Ju' (Auntie Ju). Flown mainly as a transport, it also fulfilled air-ambulance and, more unusually, mine-clearance roles. For the latter it was fitted with a large metal hoop which could be energized by a motor to explode magnetic sea-mines. This highly detailed die-cast model is built to scale. Approximate size is 15 1/2 inches in length and has a wingspan of approx. 22 inches. From the Franklin Mint Armour Collection number B11B657. The Franklin Mint Armour collection contains some of the finest detailed military and civilian scale model aircraft. They come completely assembled and ready to display! All Franklin Mint Armour diecast models are true to scale. Each model is precision-engineered and packed with authentic detail. Armour collection aircraft are decorated in authentic paint schemes - complete with military markings and historic artwork.

Aim your searchlight here:

http://www.trinketstotreasures.com/franklin-mint-armour-junkers-ju-52-3m-tante-norway-campaign.html

Our final pick this week is also a German World War II bird, but this one is a Corgi in the 1:72 scale. Offered by Burbank's House of Hobbies for $17.99, it is:

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Only 3760 made on this model. Comes with display stand.


[B]Corgi 1/72 JU87 Eastern Front Russia 1943 (Predators Series) CRGPR99407

Button up before it flies over and then click here:

http://www.houseofhobbies.com/co1jueafrru1.html

[KG_Jag]

With the new year upon us, this will be the last set of selections for 2007.

We'll start with a big item I never expected to feature this year. Searching the wilds of Montana, I have found an original issue 1:16 scale FOV King Tiger, priced at $599.99 with free shipping. It's from International Toy Soldier Gallery.

http://www.toysoldiersgallery.com/zencartstore/images/85001.jpg (http://javascript<b></b>:window.close())

See more of it here:

http://www.onsitediecast.com/special1.htm

What may be the last link left is here:

http://www.toysoldiersgallery.com/zencartstore/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=67_60&products_id=742

I know that all of you don't have a spare $600 this time of year, so our second offer is a much more affordable $29.99--Canadian dollars that is. From Modeller's Choice, we feature a 1:50 scale Corgi Tiger 1 tank with six German soldiers hanging around for a free ride>

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Click product photo to enlarge
Stock Number:CG60511Scale: 1/50 Price:$59.99 $29.99 each http://www.modellerschoice.com/images/saleicon4.jpg Availability:In StockExtra Info:German Infantry were well trained to operate in support of armoured formations as part of the proven 'Blitzkrieg' tactics.
Click here to become the seventh hitch hiker:

http://www.modellerschoice.com/DesktopDefault2.aspx?tabid=41&productid=6262


We have three aircraft picks this week. I'll start with one that I could not resist because of the name. Yes, it's the one and only "Hoo Flung Dung" P-51D in 1:72 scale from Witty and On Mark for $17.98.

http://catalog.onmarkint.com/images/detailed_images/72004-7.jpg

Be sure to duck before you hit this link:

http://catalog.onmarkint.com/72004-7-p-51d-mustang-hoo-flung-dung-1-72-p30831.html

Our second selection is a Hobby Master German MIG 21 in 1:72 scale. Diecast Direct has only 2 left at $14.97. So hit your afterburner if you want one. The pictures of this bird is from the Hobby Master Collector site.

http://www.hobbymastercollector.com/images/HA0104-1sm.jpg (http://www.hobbymastercollector.com/files/HA0104-1.jpg)

http://www.hobbymastercollector.com/sitebuilder/images/HA0104-7sm-150x81.jpg

Here's the link:

http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_modules/add_item.asp?ProductCode=HM-HA0104


Our final pick is a rare Revell die cast bird. In the 1:72 scale from Hobbylinc for $36.19, it is a F-14D Tomcat.

http://www.hobbylinc.com/gr/rvl/rvl08205.jpg

Enter Top Gun 1980 something here:

http://www.hobbylinc.com/htm/rvl/rvl08205.htm