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HAMMONDSPORT 1910 HAND GLIDER in 1/48

Sat, 06/06/2026 - 04:40
HI !! Here another project I have done in the past , of course this is an SCRATCH , sIf yopu like to view more pics of it, just follow this link : https://photos.app.goo.gl/SYdDSYh4YW4gaRqe8 Enjoy Jmarc

Pierce Tower

Fri, 06/05/2026 - 20:17
This 1/25 scale aerial platform is still in the process of being built but it is in the latter stages. Much scratch building involved. Here's a summary of how it has been done so far. There are a few more to come to show the build to date. In the next submittal I'll go over some of the build details and how they were done.

The Duke Completes One More Armor in May

Tue, 06/02/2026 - 05:01
I did manage to finish another armor model before June, and here it is: Aoshima 1/72 scale Japanese Type 89 tracked APC: Things might pick up again in June, we'll see. Meanwhile, thanks for looking in, comments are welcome.

The Duke Completes Three Aircraft in May

Tue, 06/02/2026 - 04:54
After all this time, I did manage to get a few aircraft done. The first one is the old Italeri An-2 Colt in 1/72 scale...naturally: This next one is an RS Models 1/72 scale DFS 230 German Glider of Ebon Emael fame: Finally this last one the Special Hobby 1/72 scale Israeli Vatour fighter bomber: That's all in aircraft for now, thank you for looking in, comments are welcome.

FINISHED! 1/48 Scratchbuilt T4M-1 torpedo bomber

Mon, 06/01/2026 - 02:36
This is my 1/48 scratchbuilt Martin T4M-1 Torpedo bomber. The wings and tail surfaces are plastic wrapped balsa or plastic cores and the fuselage was vacked from a carved balsa form. Even the engine and the prop were rebuilt. The only parts not scratchbuilt were items like the main tires, the torpedo, the Scarf ring, and the Lewis gun. The complete build procedure from day-1 can be found in the "Build" topic area if you wonder what was done or how it was done. It took 3-1/2mos from start to finish. Comments, critiques, and questions are welcome, as always! feels good to have this one done! Gil

MODERN PEDAL GENERATOR in 1/48

Sat, 05/30/2026 - 06:46
HI ! Here another project I have done in the past , if you like to view more pics of it, just follow this link: https://photos.app.goo.gl/brgJ86mnyB1Hx8V56 Enjoy ! Jmarc

Lindberg 1/96 Fulton's Clarmont

Sat, 05/23/2026 - 21:10
I needed a boat for my emplty mantle so I chose the Lindberg Fulton's Folly, the Claremont. It wasn't called that at first. It had the rather unromantic name of "North River Steamboat". Much later it was referred to in one report as the "North River Steamboat of Clermont" and that last moniker stuck for no real reason. There are no photos of the boat but from the various drawings it would seem that Lindberg's guess as to her appearance is as good as anyone else's. It was released in a motorized version, but after doing the non-motorized one's engine, I would think that getting the motorized one to operate smoothly would be quite a challenge. Most of my time was spent on cleaning up mold seams, sink holes, flash and other 'stuff' to try to ensure good easy assembly once paint was applied. The little figures were remarkably well molded for 1/96 scale and were kind of fun to paint. So, here it is as it will sit over my fireplace. It was at least something very different to put together.

LARRY LESH early GLIDERS in 1/48 !

Sat, 05/23/2026 - 10:59
HI ! Here another project I have done in the past , they are 1907 / 1910 LARRY LESH early gliders, if you like to view more pics I have done an GOOGLE page for them , just follow this link : https://photos.app.goo.gl/uj5t1hsKhWXRFAdn7 Enjoy ! Jmarc

The Duke Completes One Armor in May...so far

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 13:35
This is my most recent completed armor model, Meng's Israeli Merkava IV M with the Trophy System. I tried to have it done last month, but things got a bit hectic so I was able to finish this off recently: My apologies for the pics. My old camera broke, so I got a new one and I'm still trying to figure out how to use it best. Thank you all for looking in, comments are welcome.

The Duke's Shipyards Launch Two Ships in May

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 13:23
I was hoping for more, but these are the ones I was able to complete. Maybe the rest will be able to launch in June. First is the USS Albany, the original kit was the USS Chicago in 1/500 scale; I got aftermarket decals to make her the Albany: Yes, there are a few pieces missing; it is a Distressed Kit, so that is expected. I do hope to find and/or replace what's missing later, but for now this is done. Next up is Trumpeter's 1/700 scale HMS Queen Elizabeth, their newest fleet carrier, and now my newest fleet carrier: And that's all we have for now. Stay tuned for more ships about to come down the slipways. Thank you to all who stop in to comment, they are always welcome.

Takom spare parts Henschel Hs-129. B-2

Mon, 05/18/2026 - 10:40
Hello I am new to the group and was wondering if any member would be able to help me find some Takom spare parts. I am looking for a few sprues from the Takom # 48001 Henschel Hs129 B-2 kit. Specifically, sprues # F and G? If so what is the cost. I have the B-3 version of the kit but would like a few pieces from the other kit. I have repeatedly emailed the Takom email on their site with no response. I have also tried to look on eBay and at online model shops with no success. Any help or advice is appreciated. Thanks Hello I am new to the group and was wondering if any member would be able to help me find some Takom spare parts. I am looking for a few sprues from the Takom # 48001 Henschel Hs129 B-2 kit. Specifically, sprues # F and G? If so what is the cost. I have the B-3 version of the kit but would like a few pieces from the other kit. I have repeatedly emailed the Takom email on their site with no response. I have also tried to look on eBay and at online model shops with no success. Any help or advice is appreciated. Thanks Sent from my iPad I am looking for a few sprues from the Takom # 48001 Henschel Hs129 B-2 kit. Specifically, sprues # F and G? If so what is the cost. I have the B-3 version of the kit but would like a few pieces from the other kit. I have repeatedly emailed the Takom email on their site with no response. I have also tried to look on eBay and at online model shops with no success. Any help or advice is appreciated. Thanks Sent from my iPad Hello I am new to the group and was wondering if any member would be able to help me find some Takom spare parts. I am looking for a few sprues from the Takom # 48001 Henschel Hs129 B-2 kit. Specifically, sprues # F and G? If so what is the cost. I have the B-3 version of the kit but would like a few pieces from the other kit. I have repeatedly emailed the Takom email on their site with no response. I have also tried to look on eBay and at online model shops with no success. Any help or advice is appreciated. Thanks Sent from my iPad