FineScale Modeler teaches you to build models of aircraft, armor, ships and more. Clear articles show you how to assemble, paint, and finish the latest model kits. Every issue includes unbiased reviews of kits that were built and tested for accuracy, product announcements, tips from the experts, and a gallery of readers’ models.
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Re-marking a Lend-Lease Airacobra • Painted out British insignia make a unique fighter
Dressing a Highlander • Paint intricate striped designs of tartan and socks
WEEKEND WARRIOR • Cleansing the palate with a quick, colorful Corsair
ARMOR on rails • Color modulation makes an unusual subject extraordinary
WAR-WEARY Y-WING • Effective weathering and detailing transform Bandai’s Rebel fighter
READER GALLERY
NO RULES • Rev your imagination modeling rat rods
Detailing and finishing WARSHIPS • PART 1: Working with photo-etched metal
Eduard Spitfire Mk.I Dual Combo • FSM experts build and evaluate new kits
Takom Yamato Turret No. 1
Tamiya T-34/85
Super brother builds a supersonic jet • From one avid Phantom fan to another