Any suggestions on where I can buy individual parts for Paasche airbrushes?

Lanmo Model brings us two models of the Autoblindo 46 plus an internal set (35th scale) in May. We have info on the vehicle, the kits, & the separate interior set in our preview...Read on... »

In 60-plus years of modeling I’ve never had a “modeling stand” except what I’ve hand made or jury-rigged, Rube Goldberg style. This is the first “store bought” rig that I’ve owned, and I’m glad I waited until now.

We spent ages googling for references with chicks & cocks to suit MiniArt's new 35th scale "chickens" release. But no foul play here; see our poultry offerings in our preview...Read on... »

Two model shows, two very different philosophies, one shared goal: make the scale modeling hobby feel bigger than your workbench. We’re in the thick of show season, and we’re shining a light on events that are actively evolving what a great model show can be for builders, vendors, and first-timers who just want to learn and meet people.

First up is SilverCon in Sacramento, California, hosted by IPMS SilverWings. We get the full run-down on the essentials modelers actually need, including doors-open and judging times, the “Heavy Metal” theme for best natural metal finish, and how their first-year online registration works. We also talk through the vendor hall, raffle timing, parking and nearby food, and why you should plan ahead: payment is cash only and there’s no ATM on site. SilverCon is also pushing for broader participation by welcoming genres that don’t always show up at IPMS contests, plus new options like resin-only, 3D printed, all-metal, and vacform categories.

Then we head to Utah for Rocky Mountain Expo near Salt Lake City, a model exposition built on open system judging. Instead of stacking models into categories, builders display their work together under their own name so conversation becomes the point, not an afterthought. We dig into their inclusion-first approach, their upgraded venue, vendor growth, food options, and a seminar lineup that ranges from technique demos to research skills. We also get into their judging values: no touching models, no default flaw hunts, and useful feedback, capped off with a fast awards ceremony that respects everyone’s time.

If you’re into model contests, IPMS events, open system judging, scale modeling seminars, or just want a better model show experience, you’ll walk away with ideas and a couple of destinations to put on your calendar. Subscribe, share this with a modeling friend, and leave us a review with the kind of show format you want more of.

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I'm trying to track down a Vac-Form 1/48 scale kit of a B-47. At one time, it was available through Sanger Engineering in the UK. Also, might be associated with a gentleman named Gerald Elliott. Last year, I was briefly in email communication with Mr. Elliott but have now lost contact, and Sanger is not responding to emails. If anyone has knowledge of this kit and/or Sanger Engineering, I would appreciate any information. Thank you! Larry

I have always liked Tester's Dullcoat, but sometimes it dries to a semi-matte rather than a dead flat finish. I recently read on-line another modeler say that he lets a bottle of Tester's Dullcoat sit until the "flattening agent" (you know what I mean, all that 'stuff' that gathers at the bottom of the bottle) settles to the bottom. Then he draws/pours off a quantity of the solvent. This increases the concentration of the flattening agent and depending on how much you draw off, the finish that can vary all the way up to dead flat. I decided to give this a try. I took a new bottle of Dullcoat which had settled completely and poured off about 1/3 to 1/2 of the carrier/solvent. I was a bit afraid that it might be spotty or have flecks of flattening agent in the finish so I tested it on a scrap piece of plastic with a flat paint on one side and a high gloss black on the other. i thinned the Dullcoat as normal for my airbrush and gave each finish a coat. The matte finish was still matte, no surprise. But the high gloss dried to a DEAD FLAT and there was no flaking or spotting on either finish. I then tried it on my current project that had gloss and matte surfaces plus decals and I got an even dead flat finish over all. 60 some odd years of modeling and I am still learning.

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TankCraft 46, Panther Medium Tank, German Army, Waffen-SS and Luftwaffe Units, Eastern Front, 1944 details the Panther tank, officially the Panzerkampfwagen V Panther (Pz. Kpfw. V, Sd. Kfz. (Sonderkraftfahrzeug) 171, during the largely defensive battles on the Eastern Front during 1944. As the author states in the Introduction,

“At the beginning of 1944, the German armies in the East had lost much of the territory that they had overrun in the spectacular advances of 1941 and 1942. In the north, Leningrad was still surrounded but was being resupplied, and the city was no longer under any serious threat. Most of modern-day Ukraine east of the Dnipro River was now in Soviet hands and in the south the Red Army had occupied the Perekop Isthmus, cutting off Generaloberst Erwin Janecke’s 17. Armee in Crimea.

MiniArt's military mover version of the Fordson tractor N Mod. 1941/42 in 35th scale is next. We look at the sprue layout, kit features & the real tractors in our preview...Read on... »

Helion is a UK-based company that produces books on many aspects of Military History from the Late Medieval period through to the present day. Helion was established in 1996 by University of Warwick graduate Duncan Rogers. Since then, they have published over 1,200 books, with 100 or more new titles coming out every year, for readers around the world. Casemate markets Helion books in the United States.

The Yugoslav Air Force in the Battles for Slovenia, Croatia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina 1991–1992, Volume 2 by Aleksandar Radić is an excellent addition to any aviation or modern military history collection, especially for those with an interest in the Balkan conflicts of the early 1990s. Radić does a strong job of combining operational history with detailed insight into the aircraft, units, and missions that defined this complex period. The narrative is clear and well-structured, giving enough political and military context without overwhelming the reader, while still maintaining a strong focus on aviation.

War in Ukraine, Volume 9: Soviet-Designed Artillery Systems, 2014–2024 by Wen Jian Chung is a highly focused and informative entry in the Europe @ War series, offering a detailed look at one of the most important elements of the ongoing conflict, Artillery Systems. Chung does an excellent job breaking down the development, deployment, and battlefield use of Soviet-designed systems still in operation today. The text strikes a solid balance between technical detail and operational context, making it accessible without losing depth. It’s particularly valuable for readers interested in how legacy systems have been adapted and employed in a modern, high-intensity conflict.

Your bench time is precious, so when something starts sabotaging it, like CA glue fumes wrecking your sinuses or a half-finished kit stalling for months, we want fixes that actually work. After two big shows in three weeks, we finally do some much-needed housekeeping and burn down a mountain of listener mail with the kind of practical advice you can put to work immediately.

We dig deep into cyanoacrylate sensitivity and respiratory irritation, including why RC builders have been dealing with it for years, and what modelers can do right now: odorless CA options, simple airflow changes that keep fumes out of your face, using smaller amounts of adhesive, and when it’s time to step up to a real VOC-rated respirator. We also compare alternatives for photo-etch and light-duty parts, from thick PVA-style hobby glues to specialized water-cleanup adhesives that can still give you solid grab and a strong bond.

Then we shift into build documentation and project tracking, because remembering your last paint mix, the exact spot you used a color, or the next step you planned shouldn’t require detective work. We talk notebooks, Rocketbook scanning workflows, apps that track time and paints, and why even simple notes can save a project, or help you repair one after an accident. From there, we share recorded segments from HeritageCon and AMPS, including a lively tracks discussion, favorite show finds, and the best part of any contest: meeting the modeler behind the work.

We also chat with Aaron Skinner about his move to Round2 and what it’s like developing kits from the production side, including research, tooling realities, and why some projects take so long to reach your workbench. If you enjoy model shows, armor modeling, aircraft builds, hobby tools, and the wider scale modeling community, there’s a lot here to chew on. Subscribe, share the show with a modeling friend, and leave us a rating so more builders can find the conversation.

Brushrage App - As mentioned during the episode!
Super'Phatic Glue - The adhesive from Deluxe Materials mentioned

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I just tried singing into the IPMS store several times, but it keeps saying my username or password is incorrect, which it isn't. I even went to my back up list to make sure I had my information correct. Just curious if anyone else is having trouble or if there is a issue going on with the store. Thanks Rocky

Mantis Miniatures gives us a new rally crew & repair gear for the new AK Trabi in 35th scale. See the CADs & info in our preview....Read on... »

What’s Crack-a-Lack’n Modelgeeks! Welcome to Episode 122 of The Modelgeeks Podcast!
 
 In this episode, the Modelgeeks give the usual run down on what is going on in their respective model worlds.  The Geeks run through the listener email. Frilldo completed the Privateer and it even made it out to the Model Classic in Fairfax Va. If you were curious about getting into 3-D printing then this episode is for you.  Listen as Frilldo and El Presidente’ give their journey as they started dabbling in 3-D printing. Frilldo and El Presidente’ tell the geeks the pros and cons of both resin and FDM printers 

The Geeks run through the listener email and discuss their favorite listener gallery submissions. We can’t thank our listeners and sponsors enough, thank you guys! Be sure to keep the emails and gallery pics coming ! Out from the Geeks, Later! You can still interact with us through social media, Facebook, Instagram, and email:  contact@modelgeekspodcast.com

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Hi ! Here another project I have done in the past , of course it,s scratchbuilt , if you like to view more pics, just follow this link: https://photos.app.goo.gl/D9qpLCVdg9Xxmqup8 If you like to view the other maritime project I have done in 1/48 scale , just follow this link: https://photos.app.goo.gl/cpC5Q6puZkJTQ2mHA Enjoy ! Jmarc

After previously reviewing a 1:700 Ship model from ICM (Kaiser’s Steel Fist) I have decided to return to something that better fits my skill set, and have chosen the ICM Do 217M-1, which I will do in a “Night Bomber” scheme.

This rather imposing triple kit package of the G7117, Studebaker US6-U3, and Studebaker US6-U5 trucks, comes in an average sized box with a nice artist rendering of the three trucks on the outside, with several pictures and a detailed description of what you get inside. Inside there are three stuffed plastic bags containing the individual, and the three instruction manuals that correspond to them. The sprues at first glance look well packaged with cushioning tape wrapped around the delicate parts, no etched fret, but a well rendered Decal Sheet for multiple marking options.

Episode 236 and the boys welcome Scott Taylor to the show celebrating ten years of the Scale modellers Supply.

We also have the usual mailbag and of course the exciting Patreon wheel of fortune!

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