The Giants have pulled the big upset in the Super Bowl and some of you are looking to spend some of your Vegas, Tahoe or Reno winnings on some new die cast. We're here to help you. However, we'll start with some AFV's priced for those of you who bet of the "sure thing" Pats.
From EDG and the Toy Headquarters, we feature a 1:43 scale Italian utility vehicle for $13.99. It is a
1:43, Sahariana Italy 1942, from EDG DieCast. Fully assembled and ready to display die-cast model. Italian utility vehicle in desert tan camouflage, includes plastic display case. Length about 4 inches.
Find it before the Allies do here:
http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart...44c77f722a6651
At only $9.00 our second AFV is even more affordable. From the modern era, Dragon and Great Models, it is a 1:72 scale
1/72 DRR60082 Leopard 2A4 4./PanzerLehrbatallion 93. Newly tooled turrent, diecast chassis, authentic NATO camouflage, weathered track links and display case.
Here's the link:
http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcar...m_num=DRR60082
Our first warbird selection is a big 1:48 Franklin Mint twin engine World War II vintage U.S. bomber. Brought to you by Classic Closeouts for $59.99 with free shipping, it is B26 Marauder Flak Bait.
The B-26B Marauder, also referred to as "Flak Bait" is an intricately crafted die-cast model airplane from the Armour Collection by the Franklin Mint. The B-26 Marauder was a result of the need for a new and improved medium size bomber that would fulfill the requirements of high speed, long range and a bomb load of 2,000 pounds. Length 14.125" Wingspan 17.75 inches/ 45.1cm Scale 1:48ITEM ID: 73912
Link to this rarely done bird here:
http://www.classiccloseouts.com/items.asp?shopper_id=RJ1G602Z04L2008C60139079827&i id=73912&att_id=85
The Flying Mule continues to offer some very good buys with their inventory reduction sale and we'll feature some of them this week. Again from the Franklin Mint/Armour line, we feature another 1:48 U.S. World War II bomber. But this time it's a single engine carrier based, Pacific War classic for $35.00.
Franklin Mint Armour Collection B11B933
SBD Dauntless Diecast Model
USN VB-3, Bottomly, Johnson, USS Yorktown CV-5, Battle of Midway
1:48 Scale Length Width Douglas SBD Dauntless 8.25" 10.5"
The Franklin Mint "Armour Collection" presents diecast detailed, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft. Armour Collection diecast airplanes from The Franklin Mint require no glueing or painting. Each model is an instant display piece or diorama centerpiece straight from the box. Made from diecast metal and plastic components, the die cast airplanes in the Franklin Mint's Armour Collection are 100% true to scale.
Franklin Mint "Armour Collection" 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.
- Detailed cockpit interiors.
- No pilot figures.
- Sturdy fixed metal landing gear for static display.
- Authentic fixed ordnance loads.
- Accurately detailed underside.
Designed as a carrier borne scout/dive-bomber, the SBD was first flown in 1938.
Lower your tailhook and land here:
http://www.flyingmule.com/products/FM-B11B933
Gemini Aces put out excellent 1:72 scale World War II fighters. We will feature two of these from opposite sides of the conflict on sale at the Mule for just $19.99 a piece. The first is a P-51B flow by a Polish fighter pilot under the RAF.
GeminiAces GARAF2002
P-51B Mustang Diecast Model
RAF No.133 (Polish) Wing, Stanislaw Skalski
Limited Edition
1:72 Scale Length Width North American P-51B Mustang 5.25" 6.25"
The RAF referred to its P-51’s as Mustang III’s and made an immediate modification. Combat visibility was considered too poor for European operations, out of the standard ‘hinged’ canopy, so RAF machines were fitted with a ‘bulged’ sliding canopy, known as the ‘Malcolm Hood’. The resultant variant was considered the best fighting machine of the P-51 series, although later models carried more armament. RAF Mustangs were used extensively against the V-1 Flying Bomb threat to Southern England, in the latter stages of the War. Designed to meet an urgent British requirement for fighters for the Royal Air Force, the P51 was first flown on October 26th, 1940.
The P-51 Mustang has to be one of the most beautiful aircraft ever produced. It was developed following a British request for a new fighter in 1940, made to the newly formed North American Aviation Company. Initial engine problems plagued the design, but the combination of the Mustang and a Rolls Royce Merlin Engine proved a revelation. The aircraft was transformed into the world’s most potent fighting machine, possessing speed, endurance and firepower. The USAAF now had the ability to escort its bombers deep into Germany and the Mustang ensured the Allies gained air superiority. It also accounted for more enemy aircraft ‘kills’ in Europe than any other type, as overwhelming numbers systematically destroyed the Luftwaffe’s ability to fight!
The Gemini Jets "GeminiAces" range presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.
Gemini Jets "GeminiAces" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction with minimal use of plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Detailed cockpit interiors.
- Selected movable control surfaces.
- Optional extended/retracted landing gear with rotating wheels.
- Metal presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Authentic ordnance loads complete with placards.
- Photo-etched, spinning metal propellers.
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
See this immediate forerunner of the P-51D here:
http://www.flyingmule.com/products/GJ-GARAF2002
Our last Super Bowl week selection is the beautiful and deadly Bf 109F. This one was flown by Hermann Graf on the Eastern Front in early 1942.
GeminiAces GALFT3005
Messerschmitt Bf 109F Diecast Model
Luftwaffe 9./JG 52, "Yellow 1", Hermann Graf, Kharkov, Russia, January 1942 Limited Edition
1:72 Scale Length WidthMesserschmitt Bf 109F 5" 5.5"
Hermann Graf was one of the most gifted fighter pilots of WWII – he was also one of the most controversial! As with most Luftwaffe pilots, Graf gained his first flying experiences on the hillsides of Germany, piloting various gliders. Following his formal training, he was eventually posted to Russia, in support of Operation Barbarossa. Here he would begin to display his abilities in aerial combat and quickly rose to prominence as he decimated his Russian opponents. During a three week period in early 1942, Graf shot down 48 enemy aircraft and in the following September, a further 64 aircraft fell to his guns. Graf ended the war with 212 aerial victories, having flown more than 830 sorties. He was one of the most decorated Luftwaffe pilots of the Second World War. When thinking of the Luftwaffe in WWII, it is the Messerschmitt Bf 109 that immediately springs to mind. This was the most widely used of all the German fighters and was produced in huge numbers, initially serving during the Spanish Civil War. The Bf 109F (Friedrich) was the most handsome variant of this famous fighter, whilst remaining a lethal fighting machine. It displayed much sleeker lines than the more angular “Emil” and enjoyed huge success in the deserts of North Africa and the Russian Steppe. Flown by many of the world’s highest scoring Air “Aces’, the Me 109F concentrated its awesome firepower through the nose of the aircraft. This feature allowed many novice pilots to gain aerial victories and valuable combat experience, early in their careers.
The Gemini Jets "GeminiAces" range presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.
Gemini Jets "GeminiAces" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction with minimal use of plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Detailed cockpit interiors.
- Selected movable control surfaces.
- Optional extended/retracted landing gear with rotating wheels.
- Metal presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Authentic ordnance loads complete with placards.
- Photo-etched, spinning metal propellers.
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
Turn east and point your mouse and $19.99 here:
http://www.flyingmule.com/products/GJ-GALFT3005