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For the Week of July 26, 2009
Our armor picks this week feature two U.S. AFV's. The first is from the Vietnam War and is a Corgi 1:43 scale Vietnam Legends M113 ACAV 8th Infantry US Army, Vietnam--from Troy's Toys for $24.99.
Check your draft notice and report here: http://www.troystoysinc.com/display_...tockid=US51105 Our second pick is from the Korean War and also a tank that saw action at the end of World War II. From Corgi and Zion for $34.95, it is a M4 Sherman Tiger Face Tank US Army (1:50 Scale) Corgi Model No. US51008  You can find it as the second item on this page: http://www.zionantiquemall.com/page112/ It's time to head to the airbase. Both of our selections are early war U.S. birds. Our first selection this week is from Skidmark's Corgi sale. It is a 1:72 scale B-17E FLYING FORTRESS, 1/72 SCALE, 19TH BG, MALANG, JAVA 1942 for $79.07.  She's looking for targets here: http://www.skidmarksdiecast.com/cata...products_id=96 The Flying Mule has jumped on board to close out the excellent 1:48 scale Carousel 1 war plane line. For just $39.99, you can grab the: Carousel 1 AirCraft 6102 Curtiss P-40B Warhawk Diecast Model USAAC 15th PG, 47th PS, "White 160", George Welch, Haleiwa Field, Pearl Harbor, HI, December 7th 1941 Limited Edition       Length: 8.25" Width: 9.25" Considering that the adventures of Lieutenants George Welch and Ken Taylor and have been featured in two major movies (Tora! Tora! Tora! and Pearl Harbor), it is not surprising that there is more legend than truth surrounding their heroism at Pearl Harbor. Welch left Purdue after two years to enlist in the Army Air Corps as a pilot candidate in 1939. In February, 1941, he was assigned to the 47th fighter Squadron, 15th Pursuit Group at Wheeler Field, Oahu, in the Hawaiian Islands. On the night before December 7, 1941, Welch and his friend and squadron mate, Lt. Ken Taylor, partied almost until dawn, then retired to Bachelor Officers' Quarters at Wheeler Field. Their P-40's had been deployed to Haleiwa Field, a grass strip on the north coast of Oahu, for gunnery training. They were awakened by the sound of exploding bombs and gunfire announcing the Japanese attack. Dressing quickly, they raced outside to Taylor's car, pausing long enough to warn Haleiwa Field to have their planes gassed, armed, and warmed up. It was 16 miles from Wheeler to Haleiwa, but Taylor drove it in 15 minutes despite being strafed by a Japanese dive bomber as they left Wheeler field. Haleiwa was so small the Japanese had overlooked it in their planning, so Welch and Taylor were able to become airborne without being attacked. In less than a minute they encountered a group of Japanese dive bombers, and Welch shot one down before his P-40 was hit by enemy fire. Welch paused to determine that his plane was not seriously damaged, and returned to the fight in time to see Taylor flame another dive bomber. Welch then knocked down another Japanese dive bomber and saw a second victim of Taylor's crash on the beach. Low on fuel and out of ammunition, they headed to Wheeler Field. They stayed in the cockpit while their planes were serviced, then began to take off just as the Japanese second wave attacked. Taylor was wounded in the arm but ignored it. Welch shot down the Zero that strafed Taylor, then splashed another dive bomber into the sea. They landed to re- fuel and re-arm a second time. By their third takeoff, all the Japanese attackers had departed. Welch was officially credited with four victories and Taylor two. Both were awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross. Welch shot down another twelve Japanese aircraft flying P-39's and P-38's later in the war. Top USAAF General Hap Arnold called on Welch to resign his commission and become a test pilot for North American Aviation. He flew the XF-86 Sabre and was sent to Korea to teach USAF pilots how to use their Sabres more effectively against Russian MiG-15's. Welch was testing an early production F-100A Super Sabre to its limits when the plane went out of control and killed him, on October 12,1954. Limited Edition of 1800 pieces worldwide. Carousel 1 AirCraft The Carousel 1 "AirCraft" range presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Carousel 1 "AirCraft" diecast airplanes feature:
Scramble to protect the fleet here: http://www.flyingmule.com/products/CA-6102
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08-03-2009, 02:34 AM
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For the Week of August 2, 2009
Given the continuing state of the economy, we'll dedicate this week's picks (well three out of four anyway) to all of you on a tight budget. There will be cash for clunkers here!
Our first selection this week is a more modern version of David and Goliath. It's a Dragon 1:72 diorama of a German Elefant tank destroyer vs. a single Soviet anti-tank rifleman. Toy Train Heaven has it for $10.96.  Place your bets here: http://www.toytrainheaven.com/.sc/ms...ICE%20%2415.61 Our second armor selection is also in the 1:72 scale, but his time it is from Hobby Master. It is the Hobby Master 1/72 Ground Power Series, U.S. M26 Pershing Tank, B Co., 1st Tank Battalion, U.S. Marines, September 1950, Inchon, Korea, #HG3201. JT's has them for $9.99.  Pre-Assembled Diecast Model • Year of Release: 2007 • Scale: 1:72 Scale • Product Attributes: Authentic Detailing, Pre-Painted and Markings Pre-Applied, Fully Assembled, Diecast Model, True to Scale (1:72), Appliqued Turret Armor, It Has A Realistic Tracks & Wheels, and Most Importantly To Collectors, A Very Well Authentically Detailed Body, The Body Professionally Painted In Accurate Colors, and includes Weathering, Cables, Tools And Insignia and The Turret Can Turn and The Main Gun Can Elevate. • Type of Display Base: Diecast Model Mounted to a Black Display Base with Clear Acrylic Cover. d new, unopened, mint in box condition; PLEASE NOTE that all product aging and boxes will have some shelf ware and may have minor imperfections like creases, folds, indentions or small tears in the boxes. About the U.S. M26 Pershing Tank: The Heavy Tank M26 Pershing was an American heavy tank used during World War II and the Korean War. It was named after General John Pershing, who led the American Expeditionary Force in World War I.The M26 was a long time in development and only just reached combat status during World War II. A small number were brought across to Europe under the Zebra Technical Mission which included tanks, spares and military and civilian observers. They were assigned to General Omar Bradley's 12th Army Group and split between the 3rd and 9th Armored Division. They first saw combat in February 1945. The first Pershing loss was on 28 February to a Tiger I Tank, but it was recovered and put back into operation.Overall, the Pershing was considered roughly equal in performance to the German Panther Tank. In the first engagement with the M26 by the 3rd Armored Division, the M26 managed to catch two Tigers and one Panzer IV Tank by surprise from a flanking position. The M26 engaged the tanks from a range of about 1000 yards (1 km), and knocked them out. The M26 also saw service in the Korean War, although few armored units were sent because the initial response from battlefield commanders was "Korea isn't good tank country." The official US Army history states a number of M26s were pulled from pedestals at Fort Knox, where they had been World War II memorials. The Pershing and its derivative M46 were the only American tanks employed in Korea that were better armed than the North Korean T-34/85 (but not the only ones in the UN forces) and were credited with almost half of T-34s destroyed by the US Armored Corps. The M4A3E8, whose anti-tank performance was improved thanks to availability of the HVAP shells, is responsible for most of the remainder. About This Particular U.S.M.C. M26 Pershing Tank Depicted by this Diecast Armor Model: Marine Pershings were delivered in normal Army colors and share the standard olive drab finish. The M26’s were delivered in normal Army colors of standard olive drab carries Marine Tactical markings in yellow to indicate the company, platoon and individual vehicle. The TK<2> marking is the temporary division insignia with embarkation number painted on it preceded by TK, for 1st Tank Battalion. The U.S.M.C. painted over the Army registration number with the last digits – 118039 showing. White markings chalked on the front skirt probably are shipping markings. In Korea, Marine tanks did not regularly carry the US Army’s white star insignia, but they did at Inchon, Korea. The nine 1st Tank Battalion M26s landed at Green Beach as part of the first wave. The following day, 6 columns of T-34s were sent to repel the attack, but half were destroyed by aircraft and half by M26’s. Korea is just a short way in this direction: http://www.jtscollectibles.com/hobby...201-p-190.html Our aircraft picks this week are both Corgi 1:72 collector sets and both are at excellent prices. The first represents a World War II Pacific dog fight between a birdcage Corsair and a Zero. From Diecast Direct at $29.97, it is a F4U CORSAIR & MITSUBISHI A6M2.  Check in here to see if the good guy wins: http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_mod...uctCode=C99120 Our final selection features three Spits ( I, Vb & IX) flown by Ace Johnnie Johnson. From the Airplane Shop for $44.95.  Get this 3 year old limited edition set here: http://www.airplaneshop.com/productd...=CORGI&id=1522
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08-10-2009, 04:09 AM
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For the Week of August 9, 2009
They're back! In this case four items--one soldier set and three AFV's are back at excellent prices from Military Issue.
We'll start with the 1:35 scale Oryon Battle of Rostov troops--two each of Germans and Soviets for only $14.95. Replicating opposing forces in the 1943 Battle of Rostov, this set of four 1/35 scale, hand-painted, metal figures includes two German 5th SS Panzergrenadier Division "Wiking" infantrymen and two Russian 5th Guards Tank Army troops, each historically accurate right down to his authentic headgear, winter uniform, insignia and realistic weapon. Perfect as standalone display pieces or for adding to a diorama, these figures measure approximately 2" tall. They wait your order on the Eastern Front here: http://www.militaryissue.com/product...category=Units Now on to three 1:35 scale Tamiya Masterwork AFV's. The first is a Panzer IV Ausf.H for $78.95. Replicating the most common German tank of World War II, this professionally assembled and hand painted, 1/35 scale, plastic and metal model features textured surfaces, an opening commander's hatch, an aluminum 7.5cm KwK 40 gun barrel, an anti-aircraft machine gun, turret and side armor, detailed metal tracks, authentic 2nd Panzer Division markings, and more. Measures 7¾" long and arrives ready to display. The backbone of the German armor force awaits you here: http://www.militaryissue.com/product...category=Armor Standing along side is a $79.95 Sturmgeschutz III Ausf. G. Hand assembled and painted by expert modelers, this fully assembled 1/35 scale plastic and metal model of a World War II Sturmgeschütz III Ausf.G features an aluminum gun barrel with a muzzle brake, optional-position hatches, photo-etched engine grilles, a machine gun shield, removable side skirts, realistic metal tracks, plenty of tools and equipment, a camouflage scheme and authentic 237th Sturmgeschütz Brigade markings, and more. Measures approximately 7¾" long and arrives ready to display. The assault guns assemble here: http://www.militaryissue.com/product...category=Armor Moving forward several decades of so, we feature a T-55A Desert Version for $69.95. Replicating a Polish-built T-55A employed by Iraqi forces in the First Gulf War, this professionally assembled and hand painted, 1/35 scale, plastic and metal model features textured surfaces, an aluminum gun barrel, an opening commander's hatch, an anti-aircraft heavy machine gun and a loader's hatch, rear-mounted fuel tanks, realistic metal tracks, a desert paint scheme, and more. 7¼" long; arrives ready to display. The Desert Storm is brewing here: http://www.militaryissue.com/product...category=Armor We'll stay in the modern era for our two aircraft selections. The first is a 1:72 scale Hobby Master A-4E Skyhawk 116 Sqn "The Flying Wing," Israeli Air Force, Yom Kippur War from Aviation Supermart for $29.95.  A-4E Skyhawk 116 Sqn "The Flying Wing," Israeli Air Force, Yom Kippur War (1:72) by Hobby Master Airplanes Item Number: HA1407 The A4D-5 later renamed the A-4E was a major upgrade for the Skyhawk. It received a new engine, stronger airframe, 2 additional weapons pylons for a total of 5, new avionics. The former A-4s were designed more for a nuclear capability but at this time this need was becoming less important. The designers went to work to make the A-4E capable of delivering conventional munitions. The addition of the pylons now made the A-4E capable of carrying a more varied weapons and fuel load up to a maximum of 8,200 pounds. The 116 known as The Flying Wing Squadron first flew in 1956 using P-51Ds and Mystere IVA. In October 1956 during the Suez Crisis the Squadron received the unofficial nickname The Wire-cutters because they would fly their aircraft through Egyptian telegraph wires to disrupt communications. The 116 Squadron flew the A-4Es until upgrading to the N version in 1975. During the 1973 Yom Kippur War the A-4 suffered heavy losses making it necessary for the US to send 28 replacements. There were 499 A-4Es built and Israel acquired 94 of them. A-4E Skyhawk Specifications Engine: 1 x Pratt & Whitney J52-P-6A turbojet, 8500 lb. Thrust Performance: Max speed 673 mph at sea level with a clean aircraft 636 mph at sea level with a Mk. 28 nuclear weapon Cruising speed 498 mph Stall speed 139 mph Combat ceiling (clean aircraft) 40,500 feet Runway to 20,000 ft 4 minutes. Flight distances: 230 miles with a Mk. 28 weapon 680 miles with 2 X 300-gallon drop tanks Ferry range 2130 miles Dimensions: Wingspan 27 ft 6 in; Length 41 ft 4 in; Height 15 ft Wing area 260 sq ft Weights: 9,624 lb. Empty 18,300 lbs. Gross 22,950 lbs. Maximum Armament: 2 x 20 mm cannon with 200 rounds/gun Maximum weapons load 8,200 lbs. carried on 5 pylons - 2 pylons under each wing and 1 center-line pylon Her hanger is here: http://www.aviationsupermart.com/sto...War-1-72-.html Our final selection this week is a 1:72 scale Century Wings A-7E Corsair II, Va-25 Fist of The Fleet, Ne400, USS Ranger, 1975 from Diecast Direct for $44.77. They won't let me show this bird, but you can check it out here: http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_mod...tCode=CW589315
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08-17-2009, 04:08 PM
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For the Week of August 16, 2009
The heat wave continues in most of the U.S. Hopefully some of this week's pick will live up to that standard.
We begin with two North African World War II foes. The smaller of the two is a 1:72 scale Admiral Panzer III L from Military Issue for $9.99. Replicating a Panzerkampfwagen III (Sd.Kfz.141) tank from the 1942 North Africa campaign, this 1/72 scale die cast model features a rotating turret and an elevating gun, separately applied plastic detail parts such as spare wheels and a tow cable, an authentic desert camouflage scheme with 15th Panzer Division markings, and more. Measures 3½" long and arrives ready to display in the included case. Alert the Italians and rally here: http://www.militaryissue.com/product...y=Non-Aviation On the Commonwealth side of the line is a Corgi 1:50 scale Corgi Churchill MKIII El Alamein for $19.95 from The Airplane Shop.  Monty says to assemble here: http://www.airplaneshop.com/productd...e=CORGI&id=776 Eagle International 1:48 scale birds, especially their P-51 B's & C's are becoming increasingly difficult to find. This week we feature the P-51B Maj DAVID TEX HILL at the reasonable price of $75.39 from Toy Train Heaven.  She's in the hanger here: http://www.toytrainheaven.com/.sc/ms...CE%20%24107.39 For those with a tighter budget, we feature the 1:72 Corgi Maj. Gerald Johnson's, 49th FG P-47D-5 Thunderbolt. Historic Aviation has it for just $14.95. Wearing the command stripes of Maj. Gerald Johnson, the CO of the 9th Fighter Squadron, 49th Fighter Group, based in Gusap, New Guinea, in 1944, this 1/72 scale die cast model features engraved panel lines, optional-position landing gear with real rubber tires, a rotating propeller, a figure of Johnson, authentic markings, a display stand and more. 6¾" wingspan. Last spotted at this jungle airstrip: http://www.historicaviation.com/prod...category=USAAF Fighters
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08-24-2009, 02:27 AM
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For the Week of August 23, 2009
It appears that we are in the die cast doldrums of late summer. Nevertheless we have found some deals this week that may catch your interest.
For you fans of armor, we feature two Dragon 1:72 scale German World War II AFV's for under $10. The first is our "big ticket" item, coming in at $9.98 from Diecast Direct. It is a German Super Heavy Tank E-100 .  1/72 German Super Heavy Tank E-100 1st E-100 diecast by Dragon Models Features: - Completely new-tooled - True-scale model of the E-100 - Historically accurate three-tone camouflage - Detailed and weathered track links - Includes display case About the E-100: The E-100 project was commissioned in order to standardize parts. It was to be built in classes of varying sizes to replace existing vehicles. Different types were designated a number indicating their weight in tons: E 10, E 25, E 50 (Panther replacement), E 75 (Tiger replacement) and E 100. Of these only the E-100 project was actually started. Construction of the E-100 prototype proceeded slowly at Henschel's test plant after Hitler's order to cease work on super-heavy tanks, and at the end of the war only the bare hull and suspension were completed. Check out a photo of the model and order here: http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_mod...ctCode=DW60138 The Monkey Depot has our second selection, a Dragon Armor Jagdpanzer IV L/70, Late Production (60232), for $9.95.      Scale: 1/72 Size (Aprox): 4.5 in long from tip of barrel Materials: Die cast metal with plastic parts Description: - 1st Jagdpanzer IV by Dragon - All newly tooled! - Accurate Jagdpanzer IV L/70 Late Production mold with full details - correct return rollers and the modified rear exhaust system for the late production model - True-scale model - Historically accurate and weathered 2-tone camouflage - Detailed and weathered track links - Includes display case - Ready to display! The Jagdpanzer, with its low profile and powerful 75mm gun, was an ideal German anti-tank weapon to be used against the Allies and Russians as they pressed in on the Fatherland. The Late Production model, because of the heavier gun, was nose heavy, and so the front wheels had steel rims rather than rubber, as the rubber wore out too rapidly. The Jagdpanzer IV was sometimes given the nickname of “Guderian€™s Chicken”, and muzzle brakes were quickly deleted because with the gun barrel being so close to the ground, great amounts of dust were kicked up upon firing. 1/72 Jagdpanzer IV L/70, Late Production, Germany 1945 1st Jagdpanzer IV by Dragon! This model depicts a vehicle fighting in 1945 in the defense of Germany, with a very realistic two-tone camouflage paint scheme that is also authentically weathered. Also included are other appropriate late production features such as the correct return rollers and the modified rear exhaust system. Main Features: - 1st Jagdpanzer IV by Dragon - All newly tooled! - Accurate Jagdpanzer IV L/70 Late Production mold with full details - correct return rollers and the modified rear exhaust system for the late production model - True-scale model - Historically accurate and weathered 2-tone camouflage - Detailed and weathered track links - Includes display case - Ready to display! About the Jagdpanzer IV: The Jagdpanzer, with its low profile and powerful 75mm gun, was an ideal German anti-tank weapon to be used against the Allies and Russians as they pressed in on the Fatherland. The Late Production model, because of the heavier gun, was nose heavy, and so the front wheels had steel rims rather than rubber, as the rubber wore out too rapidly. The Jagdpanzer IV was sometimes given the nickname of “Guderian’s Chicken”, and muzzle brakes were quickly deleted because with the gun barrel being so close to the ground, great amounts of dust were kicked up upon firing. Grab one here: http://www.monkeydepot.com/Dragon_Ar...2_p/da0164.htm Both of our birds this week are from Corgi and flew during World War II. The first is a good deal on a 1:72 scale HE-111TH-4 German Air Force Eastern Front from The Toy Headquarters for $58.99.  The Luftwaffe's KG26s reached the height of their effectiveness attacking convoys with a tactic called the golden comb. This tactic involved HE111s carrying torpedoes and attacking in a low-altitude abreast formation at dusk when visibility was at it s poorest. - 1/72 Scale - Diecast Metal - Aviation Archives - Wingspan 12.4 inched Get it here before the Soviets do: http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart...76dbb937db2602 Our final selection this week is a hard to find Corgi 1:32 scale P-51D. From International Toy Soldier Gallery for $79.99, including free U. S. domestic shipping, it's the "Jumping' Jacques".  No longer in the Pacific, here hanger is here: http://www.toysoldiersgallery.com/ze...roducts_id=780
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08-31-2009, 02:22 AM
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For the Week of August 30, 2009
August is all but gone, so this week we'll post some back to school special selections.
The first is a continuation of our great budget buys in 1:72 armor. From Dragon and Great Models, we feature the $7.95 (DRR60105) Sd.Kfz. 182 Kingtiger Porsche Turret sPzAbt.503.  Ohrdruf Training Area, June 1944. Features include: zimmerit coating, newly tooled turret, upper hull and lower hull, realistically painted tracks, authentic weathering, anti-aircraft MG included and clear display case. This big cat lurks here: http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcar...m_num=DRR60105 Our second selection includes another big German cat, but this one is a Corgi Skirmish 1:50 winter cameoed Panther with accompanying soldiers for $29.98 from Motormint.  Model Features • 1:50 Scale • CORGI Limited Edition of 2510 • 3 Coldcast German Infantry Figures • Precision Die-cast Panther Tank with Moveable Treads and Rotating Turret Her snow park is here: http://www.motormint.com/index.asp?P...OD&ProdID=2330 We also have some great "school supplies" for you aircraft fans. The first is a big boy--1:18 Admiral Toys German Luftwaffe CL-13 from The Toy Headquarters for just $19.99.  German Luftwaffe CL-13 (F-86E) Aircraft Features 1/18 Scale plastic display model Movable Landing Gear Movable Landing Gear Doors Movable Flaps Movable Flight Controls Movable Leading Edge Slats Movable Gun Ammunition Doors Movable Canopy Removable Seat Belt for pilot Comes with one Pilot Action Figure Comes with two drop tanks that can be displayed on or off the aircraft Tampo Printed Markings!!!! Length 25 1/2 inches Wingspan 25 1/4 inches Hight 10 1/4 inches Limited Release Jet your way on this flight plan: http://www.jjshobby.com/Shoppingcart...fe8e4fb4ca34c6 Our final selections offer you a choice, which can include both if you prefer. They are 1:72 Dragon variations on the F-15 Eagle. On Mark has them priced at only $16.16 a piece. The first of the two is a (50145) F-15D Eagle--60th TFS, 33rd RFW "Fighting Crows" (Eglin AFB). </SPAN>  The second option is a (50106) F-15C Eagle 18th Wing (Kadena AFB, Okinawa 1993). The 18th Wing is Kadena host unit. It is the oldest wing on continuous active duty and is the only active wing whose fighters have never served in the continental United States. A variety of units form one of the world's largest and most complex airbases. The wing is responsible for approximately 20,000 Americans stationed at Kadena AB.  You can find both of them two rows from the bottom of this page on the right hand side here: http://onmarkint.netfirms.com/onmark...n_aircraft.php
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09-07-2009, 01:26 AM
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For the Week of September 6, 2009
I hope that everyone--at least those in the States--is enjoying his Labor Day weekend. Our labor this week has been made a bit easier by a few (albeit fewer than usual) Labor Day sales.
Continuing our quest to included affordable armor in these tough economic times. We feature another under $10 selection. This one is a Dragon 1:72 scale Jagdpanzer IV Western Front 1944 for $9.95 from Great Models.  Ignore the comment about landing gear when you click here: http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcar...m_num=MRC36124 Our next selection is for those of you with much deeper pockets and some significant display space to spare. From The Flying Mule's Labor Day sale, it is the 1:16 scale Unimax Forces of Valor 85007 M4 Sherman Tank Diecast Model US Army, Normandy, France, D-Day June 6th 1944. The asking price is $299.99, but with the Mule's coupon it can be had for $239.99 with shipping included.       Length: 14.25" Width: 6.75" The U.S. M4 Sherman was the most produced battle tank in WWII. Many variants were designed and manufactured to increase their effectiveness against German Panzer divisions. The M4A1 was quick, highly maneuverable, simple to maintain and was equipped with a 75MM gun. This large-scale model of the Sherman is bristling with features that make it highly collectible. The model itself is a real heavy-weight and includes details impossible to achieve in a smaller scale. The model also includes detailed figures of crew members. Arrives in an large, attractive package complete with history book and limited edition certificate. Unimax Forces of Valor The Unimax "Forces of Valor" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military vehicles. Unimax "Forces of Valor" diecast vehicles feature:
M4 Sherman Tank The pilot model of the M4 was completed in September 1941, and the Sherman became the most widely produced tank of the war. The M4 Sherman defeated heavier tanks with superior numbers, and by using outflanking tactics to strike thinner enemy flank armor. Shermans also achieved success with progressively upgunned models and by working with tank destroyers. The Sherman tank--named by the British--was fast, maneuverable, mechanically reliable, easy to manufacture, and effective in its infantry support role. It served with the US Army and Marines during World War II, and the US transferred large numbers to the United Kingdom and allied forces of many countries. Find her on the hunt here: http://www.flyingmule.com/products/UM-85007 Also on sale at the Mule--and also with free shipping--is our first aircraft selection, the 1:48 scale Marushin Diecast Kits S-001 Mitsubishi A6M5 Zero-Sen/Zeke Diecast Kit--IJNAS for $58.99.     Length: 7.5" Width: 9" The Mitsubishi A6M Zero was a lightweight fighter aircraft operated by the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service (IJNAS) from 1940 to 1945. The origin of its official designation was that "A" signified a fighter and "6" for the sixth model built by Mitsubishi ("M"). The A6M was usually referred to by the Allies as the "Zero"—a name that was frequently misapplied to other Japanese fighters, such as the Nakajima Ki-43—as well as other code names and nicknames, including "Zeke", "Hamp" and "Hap". Its history mirrored that of the Empire of Japan in World War II. When it was introduced, the Zero was the best carrier-based fighter in the world and it was greatly feared by Allied pilots. The IJNAS also frequently used the type as a land-based fighter. A combination of excellent maneuverability and very long range made it one of the finest fighters of its era. In early combat operations, the Zero gained a legendary reputation, outclassing its contemporaries. Later, design weaknesses and the increasing scarcity of more powerful aircraft engines meant that the Zero became less effective against newer fighters. By 1942, due to the evolution of new tactics and techniques, Allied pilots were able to engage the Zero on more equal terms. By 1943, American and British manufacturers were producing fighters with greater firepower, armor, and speed, and approaching the Zero's maneuverability. The Mitsubishi A6M was outdated by 1944, but remained in production. During the final years of the War in the Pacific, the Zero was utilized in kamikaze operations. The Marushin range presents detailed, pre-painted diecast aircraft kits of military aircraft in 1:48 scale. The models require some basic assembly using a screwdriver and some glue. Most of the components are designed to "press-fit" together, but the application of a small amount of superglue during assembly results in a much more robust finished model. Each model includes an illustrated step-by-step instruction sheet with Japanese text. Although no English translation is available, the illustrations are quite simple to follow. Marushin diecast airplane kits feature:
First flown in April, 1939, the A6M Zero-Sen was the Allies’ main opponent in the Pacific and the most famous symbol of Japanese air power during World War II. This carrier-based fighter, designed with a low-monoplane wing and armed with a formidable array of two 20mm cannons and two 7.7mm machine guns, proved capable of handling any of the Allies’ aircraft. It wasn’t until the Allies studied a captured Zero that they were able to identify and exploit weaknesses such as minimal pilot and fuel tank protection. Zeros became infamous for Kamikaze attacks, in which pilots would intentionally crash explosion-laden aircraft into Allied ships. Check your six here: http://www.flyingmule.com/products/MA-S-001 Our final selection this week is Corgi 1:72 scale British Aerospace Hawk T.1A for $24.00 from Squadron.  Description: British Aerospace Hawk T.1A Flying Training School Detailed ready-to display die-cast model with optional position landing gear and display stand. Finished in red-white-blue scheme, No.4 Flying Training School RAF, Anglesey, 1995. Your training starts here: http://www.squadron.com/ItemDetails.asp?item=CG36002
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09-14-2009, 03:46 AM
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For the Week of September 13, 2009
If you haven't seen any football this weekend, you have only yourself to blame--unless of course you don't live in the U.S. and don't have access to our TV channels. All of my teams--college and pro--won, so I'm in a pretty good mood. if you are not, hopefully this week's picks will help to move you in that direction.
We continue to feature affordable AFV's again this week. From Hobby Master And JT's for just $9.99 we select the 1:72 scale Hobby Master Russian KV-1 Tank Leningrad 1941 (HG3003).  Type of Model: Pre-Assembled Diecast Model • Year of Release: 2007 • Scale: 1:72 Scale • Product Attributes: Authentic Detailing, Pre-Painted and Markings Pre-Applied, Fully Assembled, Diecast Model, True to Scale (1:72), Appliqued Turret Armor, It Has A Realistic Tracks & Wheels, and Most Importantly To Collectors, A Very Well Authentically Detailed Body, The Body Professionally Painted In Accurate Colors, and includes Weathering, Cables, Tools And Insignia and The Turret Can Turn and The Main Gun Can Elevate. • Type of Display Base: Diecast Model Mounted to a Black Display Base with Clear Acrylic Cover. Brand new, unopened, mint in box condition; PLEASE NOTE that all product packaging and boxes will have some shelf ware and may have minor imperfections like creases, folds, indentions or small tears in the boxes. About the Russian Kliment Voroshilov (KV Series) Tanks: The Kliment Voroshilov (KV) tanks were a series of Soviet heavy tanks, named after the Soviet defense commissar and politician Kliment Voroshilov. At the time of the German invasion of the Soviet Union in World War II, these were amongst the large number of Soviet tanks that were superior to German tanks. When the Soviets entered the Winter War, the SMK, KV and a third design, the T-100, were sent to be tested in combat conditions. The heavy armor of the KV proved highly resilient to Finnish anti-tank weapons, making it more effective than the other designs. It was quickly put into production, both as the original 76-mm-armed KV-1 Heavy Tank and the 152 mm howitzer-mounting assault gun, the KV-2 Heavy Artillery Tank. The 45-ton KV outweighed most other tanks of the era, being about twice as heavy as the heaviest contemporary German tanks. The KV's strengths included armor that was impenetrable by any tank-mounted weapon then in service except at pointblank range, good firepower, and good traction on soft ground. Along with these strengths, its flaws were quite serious. It was very slow and difficult to steer. The transmission was unreliable. The ergonomics were poor, with limited visibility and no turret basket. Its weight tended to strain smaller bridges. As improvements were introduced, no thought was put into upgrading the engine, making it slower with more armor added. Note: The Soviets did not recognize production models of KV-1 during the war, therefore designations like model 1939 (or M1939, Russian: Obr. 1939) were introduced later in military publications. These designations however are not strict and describe leading changes, while other changes might be adapted earlier or later in specific production batches. Designations like KV-1A were applied by the Germans during the war. KV-2 (334) – A heavy assault tank with the M-10 152 mm howitzer, the KV-2 was produced at the same time as the KV-1. Due to the size of its heavy turret and gun, the KV-2 was slower and had a much higher profile than the KV-1. The extra weight also increased the breakdown rate of the vehicle and production was soon halted. The original KV-2 was built on the chassis of the KV-1, while the improved KV-2B was built on that of the KV-1 M1940. The early war East Front monster was last seen here: http://www.jtscollectibles.com/hobby...003-p-126.html Our second AFV is from the sale page at The Flying Mule. It is a Unimax Forces of Valor 1:32 scale Porsche Sd.Kfz.184 Ferdinand Diecast Model German Army, Italy, 1944 for $35.99.       Unimax Forces of Valor 80052 Porsche Sd.Kfz.184 Ferdinand Diecast Model German Army, Italy, 1944 Length: 8" Width: 4.25" The Panzerjäger Tiger (P) Elefant (German "elephant"; model number Sd.Kfz. 184) was a Panzerjäger (tank hunter) of the German Wehrmacht in World War II. They were originally built under the name Ferdinand, after their designer, Ferdinand Porsche. Unimax Forces of Valor The Unimax "Forces of Valor" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military vehicles. Unimax "Forces of Valor" diecast vehicles feature:
It can be found hunting our first pick in this ambush position: http://www.flyingmule.com/products/UM-80052 Going to the air, we first feature the Corgi 1:72 scale GLOSTER SEA GLADIATOR Mk.I from Circle C Hobby for $23.52.  She's on patrol here: http://circlechobby.com/prodA/COR36202.HTM Our final selection this week takes us into the modern era with a 1:72 Witty SU-27 RUSSIAN TEST PILOTS. Toy Train Heaven's usual price is a low $14.79, but if you email or call them by Monday, you can get it for $12.74.  The test strip is here: http://www.toytrainheaven.com/.sc/ms...ICE%20%2421.07
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“A government big enough to give you everything you need is strong enough to take everything you have.” Thomas Jefferson--the first Democrat President
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09-22-2009, 01:19 AM
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For the Week of September 20, 2009
Travel and a bug have caused us to be just a bit late this week, but we hope that at least one of the selections this week will be worth the short wait.
First we start with another AFV for less than $10.00. From Great Models for $8.80, it's a 1:72 scale DRR60308 Sherman M4A4 Mk.V 'Tulip'.  Open window display, fully assembled, includes protective display case. Rockets and launcher rails on the turret sides. Painted in bronze green. Link to this creative us of the Sherman tank: http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcar...m_num=DRR60308 Next we have a very good deal on a Corgi Skirmish 1:50 scaleSdkfz7/1 & Anti-Aircraft Gun & 3 German Infantry Figures - German Army. Diecast Direct has it for $17.98, but there is only one left.  Grab the last one here: http://www.diecastdirect.com/asp_mod...uctCode=C60011 For our fans of the air, we feature a 1:72 Gemini Aces clipped wing Spit that Pete's will sell you for $19.99. GA1002 Gemini Jets $32.95 $19.99  RAF MK.IX SPITFIRE “BATTLE OF BRITAIN”, Limited To 2000 Units Worldwide. Note: Diorama Shown Is Not Included, For Display Purposes Only. She's on patrol for Jerry here: http://www.petescollectibles.com/dis...No=GA1002#item We go to Corgi and The Airplane Shop for our final selection this week. Offered at $16.95, it is:  Corgi Avenger FAA Squadron HMS Nabob 1/72 She's awaiting landing instructions from your carrier and is circling here: http://www.airplaneshop.com/productd...=CORGI&id=1747
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“A government big enough to give you everything you need is strong enough to take everything you have.” Thomas Jefferson--the first Democrat President
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09-28-2009, 01:55 AM
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For the Week of September 27, 2009
We'll start this week with our most affordable offering--and a good deal at that price. From Dragon and Great Models for $14.00, it's a 1:72 scale DRR60368 StuG III featuring Bodo Spranzs marking. This is a DX08 Exclusive--German StuG Ace Sturmgeschutz Abteilung 237 Eastern Front.
 Report for duty here: http://www.greatmodels.com/~smartcar...m_num=DRR60368 Our second pick is a 1:32 scale Forces of Valor U.S. M270 Multiple Launch Rocket System from Monkey Depot for $29.95.  See the rockets red glare here: http://www.monkeydepot.com/Forces_of...S_p/fv0066.htm Our first air pick is a 1:72 Corgi classic brought to you by notatoy for $29.95. It's an: Aviation Archive Series – Jet FIGHTER Power LIMITED EDITION of 8,500 pcs. AA32403 - HAWKER SIDDELEY AV-8A Harrier U.S. Marine Corps, VMA-231 ‘Aces’ Die Cast Scale - 1/72 RELEASED IN 2001 Superbly detailed 1:72 Scale model replica aircraft - each packaged with a display stand and featuring: rubber tires, interchangeable undercarriage, removable engine covers* and clear cockpit canopies with finely sculpted pilots. Attractive packaging, numbered COA, model comes with stand and two sets of landing gears. The Harrier has become famous as the world’s first vertical take-off and landing strike fighter, ever since the prototype flew in 1960. The United States placed an additional order for 12 Harriers. The plane proved so successful that the order was increased to 110, including eight two-seaters. The subject of this model was one of the first USMC Harriers delivered. Presented in the livery of the firs Marine Corps Harrier Squadron. *Doesn’t apply for all models. I can't show you picture, but you can check it out here: http://www.notatoy.com/product_info....oducts_id/1357 Our final selection is another Corgi, but in the 1:144 scale. From Showcase Toys for $29.95, it's a C-47 Dakota Diecast Model, RAF, D-Day - Corgi AA30003. Corgi Aviation Archive Diecast Model Douglas C-47 'Dakota' - RAF, World War II, D-Day 1:144 scale. Wingspan: 8" (20.3 cm). Includes display stand The C-47 was built by the Douglas Aircraft Company. It was a military adaptation of the DC-3. The C-47 was essentially a freight carrier with a reinforced metal floor, a large door for loading and reinforced landing gear. In the supply role, it carried up to 6000 lb (2700 Kg) of equipment. As a paratroop aircraft in WWII it was equipped with folding benches for 28 fully armed troops. The Corgi Aviation Archive features a wide selection of high quality, ready-made, diecast model airplanes. Each model is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, using specifications of the original aircraft. Corgi models are built with diecast metal and some plastic components. The models in the Corgi Aviation Archive series feature: realistic panel lines, a detailed cockpit with pilot figure, historically accurate markings and optional extended or retracted landing gear. Prepare to hit the silk here: http://www.showcasetoys.com/corgi-aa...47-dakota.html
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“A government big enough to give you everything you need is strong enough to take everything you have.” Thomas Jefferson--the first Democrat President
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