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My Top 5 Most Wanted Kits for 2025
We get showered with new kit releases - pretty much every week! We truly are living in the platinum age of scale modeling. But is it too much to ask for more?
Nope! No it's not!
So, these are my top 5 dream kits that I hope to see announced in 2025 and available for us soon after. As usual, these are more than reasonable asks!
But let me know what you think. What are your top 5?
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Build This Working Radial Engine (Channel Giveaway!)
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I think making the airplane engine is my favorite part of the build! So why not build a large-scale working aircraft engine?? A special thanks to Enginekitor for sponsoring this video! I can't believe how nice this Teching 5 Cylinder Radial Engine kit is. The detail is great and the fit is amazing. This was a true zen-like build. If you want to get one of these engines, head on over to: bit.ly/...
I finally built my new Model Studio!
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I gave up a great model room when we moved last year. What I have been using has been, well, not ideal. In this video, I show how I finally built my new model studio with way more lighting and storage than ever before! A special thanks to Flexispot for helping me upgrade my Video Production Studio! I can't get over how nice my new standing desk is. I love my new space. Check out www.flexispot.c...
The Best Air Museum Hobby Shop I've Ever Seen!
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A family vacation on the East Coast allowed me to visit the Atlantic Canada Aviation Museum in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We had a blast visiting the museum and admiring the massive collection of models in the gift shop. If you find yourself in the area, I highly recommend going. The museum's website acamuseum.ca/ The gift shop does online and in-person sales. You can find them on Facebook here: fac...
How to Paint 3D Printed Aircraft Engines
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3D Printing has never been better and I believe we are only seeing the start of great things to come. I picked up this 48th-scale gem of an R-2800 at a recent model show and I am floored by the detail. In this video, I will show you how you can paint these engines and enjoy all of the detail they have to offer. Supplies used: Tamiya LP-11 Gloss Aluminum Mr Color Aqueous H-56 Intermediate Blue T...
Painting a late war Corsair
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Everything was progressing well with the Okinawa Corsair build until I experimented with a new paint and a new paint-scratching technique. And boy did I fail! However, this failure allowed me to fix some issues with the model, try some other finishing techniques and save the build. Supplies used: Tamiya TS-17 Gloss Aluminum Mr. Color 365 Gloss Sea Blue Tamiya Panel Line Accent (Black) Mig Ammo ...
HeritageCon is Canada's Biggest Scale Model Show
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The first spring show is HeritageCon - the scale model show at the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum in Hamilton Ontario. The 2024 seemed bigger than ever with 750 models on the tables. In this video I will be featuring several of these fantastic airplane models. It was a great time and if you can make next year's show, you won't regret it! Want to read my stuff? Check out my blog! modelairplan...
Can a $3 paint panel be made into an attractive model base?
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A nice model base frames and provides context for your model. A great start can be had for as little as three dollars and some inexpensive supplies! This was a fun project and I took a risk with static grass to kick it up a notch. In a previous video, I used a LONGER RAY5 laser to make the information 'plate' on this base. Very easy to do. How I did it: ua-cam.com/video/kM07S9RIkFc/v-deo.html T...
My Top 5 Most Wanted Kits for 2024
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In this platinum age of scale models we are truly blessed. There seems to be amazing new releases weekly. Is it too much to ask for more? Of course not! So, these are my top 5 dream kits that I hope to see announced in 2024 and available for us soon after. As far as I am concerned, these are more than reasonable asks! But let me know what you think. What are your top 5? Subscribe to my blog: mo...
This laser engraver makes sharp model bases
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LONGER recently gave me a RAY5 5W laser engraver and cutting machine to try out. I'll be honest: I was completely new to laser engraving and cutting. But within a day I was confidently printing my very own model base for my Okinawa Corsair project. So, I've got to hand it to LONGER: If this newbie can make something decent, then anyone can do it, and do it quickly! To see and buy the RAY5, clic...
Is the Magic Factory Corsair better than Tamiya? Let's compare and find out!
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I've been asking for a new 48th scale Corsair for years. Don't get me wrong, the Tamiya kit is excellent, but it has a few build issues and could use a refresh. In this video I compare the mid 1990s Tamiya Corsair with the band new Magic Factory kit. Who is going to come out on top? Cockpit drawing courtesy of Dana Bell from his excellent book 'Rivet Counter Guide #1 Corsair Cockpits' available...
How contests will improve your models and your hobby enjoyment.
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Most modelers will never enter contests or go to shows. But they are missing out. The show is a great place to get tips, get ideas and maybe a cheap kit or two. Most importantly, these are places where like minded people congregate - so take advantage! You won't regret it. Hesitating on entering the contest? Yeah, I get it. But contest building will improve your skills and your models. Join me ...
Build a working jet engine model
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In this video, I am building the 'RT900' engine kit. This is a 3d printed kit for a 'cut-away' model. And the best part is that it is also a working model complete with an electric motor! As you will see, this model can be built in an evening (or two), making for an excellent desk or shelf model for the office or den. Special thanks to the video sponsor #stirlingkit If you want your own engine ...
The Best and Worst ways to move scale models
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Waiting to the last minute is never a good idea. But there I was. I needed to pack and move over 50 scale models in one night. I came up with a couple ideas. One was much better than the other.
Improve the Look and Accuracy of your Aircraft with Scratch Built Wingtip Lights
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This is a clear upgrade for your models. Let me show you an incredibly cheap and easy way to improve the look and accuracy of your airplane models by showing you how I scratch build wingtip light covers.
A short update on my hobby room and the future of Model Airplane Maker
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A short update on my hobby room and the future of Model Airplane Maker
Six easy upgrades for WW2 fighters
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Six easy upgrades for WW2 fighters
This kit beat me but I got some new weathering and painting skills.
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This kit beat me but I got some new weathering and painting skills.
My Top 5 most wanted kits (that we should soon see!)
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My Top 5 most wanted kits (that we should soon see!)
Revell's New 1/48 SR-71 Blackbird Full Build
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Revell's New 1/48 SR-71 Blackbird Full Build
Perfect Jet Cockpits - Using Paint Only
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Perfect Jet Cockpits - Using Paint Only
Realistic Black Finishes for Model Airplanes
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Realistic Black Finishes for Model Airplanes
Tour a fully automated model railroad!
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Tour a fully automated model railroad!
Big Talent at a Small-ish Show!
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Big Talent at a Small-ish Show!
3 easy steps to eliminate gaps and preserve detail
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3 easy steps to eliminate gaps and preserve detail
The Swap Meet: Cheap Kits, lost love, and the circle of life.
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The Swap Meet: Cheap Kits, lost love, and the circle of life.
Replicate real jet exhausts with basic paint mixes
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Replicate real jet exhausts with basic paint mixes
Flying warbirds and a tour of a living museum
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Flying warbirds and a tour of a living museum
A visit to HeritageCon 2022
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A visit to HeritageCon 2022
History and a Build: The Tamiya 1:48 P-38 Lightning
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History and a Build: The Tamiya 1:48 P-38 Lightning

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @zenajones8275
    @zenajones8275 18 годин тому

    Hmhcisitinumbs🎉

  • @aGoGoDaddyO
    @aGoGoDaddyO 7 днів тому

    Junk. Pitted and marred pieces. Scratches. Poor quality and not beautiful when finished. More embarrassing when people point out the quality issues. Tossed it in the trash.

    • @ModelAirplaneMaker
      @ModelAirplaneMaker 6 днів тому

      @@aGoGoDaddyO that is too bad. My build was the complete opposite

  • @lorenzodipalazzo3983
    @lorenzodipalazzo3983 7 днів тому

    Grumann Panther F9F-5 Korea War 1/32 scale

  • @uberduberdave
    @uberduberdave 14 днів тому

    An injection molded Martin P4M-2Q Mercator, please...

  • @bebopkirby
    @bebopkirby 14 днів тому

    The problem will become for the many that in trying to duplicate a highly skilled, advanced process like this, chances are more than likely that one is going to make what was an OK model into something less than OK.

  • @Mrbiggecheese
    @Mrbiggecheese 15 днів тому

    You know what else is massive

  • @Wild-Dad
    @Wild-Dad 17 днів тому

    I've got the B52/X-15 combo kit - I was actually given to me this past Christmas. I intend on building the X-15 first at least because I do not have the room for the Buff. Saying all that, who doesn't love the Buff so it will be built, just not this year.

  • @edwardlong189
    @edwardlong189 17 днів тому

    1/35 H-19 Chickasaw is my wish.

  • @louwvandermerwe178
    @louwvandermerwe178 18 днів тому

    Also love my Mirages!

  • @DamonDawson-j5j
    @DamonDawson-j5j 18 днів тому

    1/32nd A-10. 1/48th B 36 at a decent price not for$1,000

  • @geoffrobertson3701
    @geoffrobertson3701 18 днів тому

    I had a 1/72 Revell A-12 when I was in high school, so early 1970's vintage. Can't comment on how accurate it was, it was a long time ago.

  • @natedrawsthings
    @natedrawsthings 18 днів тому

    I'm still waiting for a new tool 1/32 Hawker Typhoon from... Anyone. The Airfix 1/24 is just too much. I always thought it was quite the popular plane. Yet its been thoroughly ignored in this scale. Also an officially licensed TIE Bomber. In any scale. There has never been one. All garage kits. Bandai needs to get on this. Also desperately hoping for someone to acquire the Wingnut Wings molds because needing to pay $1000 for a Gotha G. IV is ridiculous. They're also the only company to produce a 1/32 Fe2b.

  • @shawnkelley9035
    @shawnkelley9035 18 днів тому

    Ok nice list, but how about in 1/72 a B-32 Dominator , Avro Lincoln , and a Martin Mercator, in 1/48 how about a Martin AM1 Mauler, P-40Q, P -72 , and just for fun a P-79. And for god sake no more P-51, Me109, Spitfires, or Zeros please

  • @chuckblackwood1250
    @chuckblackwood1250 18 днів тому

    My top 5 1. Tamiya P47m 2. Monogram Su25 Frogfiot, 3. Monogram Rf 101 voodoo, 4.Tamiya Do 335 two seater 5.a Mig17 don't know who makes one. All 1/48:scale that's my scale

  • @stephenashley8431
    @stephenashley8431 18 днів тому

    Thanks For the Tip !! Where did you get those skinny sanding Sticks ??

  • @anselford9565
    @anselford9565 19 днів тому

    My model kit wish list.. 1: Four 1:1000 scale U.S.S. Enterprise record 2: 1 1:1000 scale U.S.S. Defiant 3: 3 1:350 scale U.S.S. Enterprise refit 4: 3 1:350 scale U.S.S. Enterprise TOS 5: 3 1:350 scale K'Tinga Klingon battlecruiser

  • @Easy-Eight
    @Easy-Eight 19 днів тому

    I like the French: Ouragan & Mystere, no Super Mystere. Obviously in 1/48. Next, in 1/48 the F-86H. I sort of wish there was a 1/48 B-45.

  • @Tom-j2k8n
    @Tom-j2k8n 19 днів тому

    I would like more end of WWII paper projects

  • @ascalecanadiantv5752
    @ascalecanadiantv5752 19 днів тому

    I want my 1/72 Fleet Fort. I'm shocked no one has issued it, it would sell at least three copies!

  • @johnnyallred3753
    @johnnyallred3753 19 днів тому

    1/48 Scale I want to build B-47, B-57, and the ones you showed 😊😊

  • @kenkoller478
    @kenkoller478 19 днів тому

    With the new Revell SR-71 I think they could put out a A/YF-12 Variant, or some aftermarket company can do a conversion kit.

  • @kenkoller478
    @kenkoller478 19 днів тому

    Fun fact, the Blue Angels wanted A-7s coming out of the Phantom, but couldn't get the airframes. Imagine the SLUF in gloss blue.

  • @marvinbanka7592
    @marvinbanka7592 20 днів тому

    I'd love to see a 1/72 B-32 Dominator.. 1/48 Martin Mauler and more 1/32 Japanese aircraft.

  • @wombat_models
    @wombat_models 20 днів тому

    Agree with you re the A-7! I'd love to see someone do a new tool F11F-1 in 1/72nd.

  • @davidmay5612
    @davidmay5612 20 днів тому

    I’ve just finished reading David McCullough book, titled “ The Wright Brothers “, so how about a 1/48 or even better a 1/32 scale model of the 1908 version which I’ll term the “demo flyer “. That version of the flyer was taken to Europe and also to Washington D.C. to prove that controlled flight was indeed possible! The book btw was excellent.

  • @garyyoung4074
    @garyyoung4074 20 днів тому

    Nobody else wants a graceful, sleek 1/48 B-47? 😢 What about my C-119C with the PWA R4360's? Two ICONIC cold war warriors that would be SPECTACULAR in 1/48. The Mirage 4 is cool, but it's not in 48 either. Always the same old same old. Interior detail or vehicals in 1/72 are too twiddly to do without a jewlers eye piece, and the scale skin thickness is too thick.... More 1/48 for me please! (a Boeing 737-300 w/ full interior...wow!!!)

  • @GLnfz
    @GLnfz 20 днів тому

    An all new Fiat G.91 in 48… maybe Kinetic finally makes it 😃

  • @modelermark172
    @modelermark172 20 днів тому

    I just turned 65, and I remember building the old Aurora 1/48th scale "X-15 Rocket Powered Airplane" kit that I found in a small hobby shop in the late 1960's. If memory serves, it was based more on the prototype than actual flight hardware, but it was a fun kit to build. I hope someone from Atlantis is reading this, and if the tooling is still available . . . . Thanks for sharing this with us! 107th Like.

  • @willwoods6466
    @willwoods6466 20 днів тому

    I would love to see a new 1/72 CT-114 Tutor. 2024 was 100 years for the RCAF and it would be great to see paint schemes for the Snowbirds and also the basic trainer scheme.

  • @weirdlore
    @weirdlore 20 днів тому

    X-15 and Grumman F-11 Tiger -- both in 1/48

  • @daneshivers2921
    @daneshivers2921 20 днів тому

    Can't argue with your list ! ( I am currently cannibalizing my YF-12 Italeri to fit the Revell SR - 71) Dane

  • @jstorm7757
    @jstorm7757 20 днів тому

    1/72 or 1/48 CH/HH-3 Jolly Green!!

  • @5EyesIsntWatching
    @5EyesIsntWatching 20 днів тому

    With the A-7 you could do a RCAF what if along with a Tornado GR1.

  • @Pepsini_
    @Pepsini_ 20 днів тому

    amerika...

  • @seanfoster3052
    @seanfoster3052 20 днів тому

    Apparently Modelsvit are giving us a Mirage IV for 2025 but even better it's in 1/48 scale. HPH model are doing a B-47 and that as well is in 1/48 scale, that could be massive

  • @nedlooby7419
    @nedlooby7419 20 днів тому

    Convair b36 1/72 NOW

  • @davidknights3878
    @davidknights3878 21 день тому

    How could you forget the Privateer?

  • @gimp6019
    @gimp6019 21 день тому

    1/72 scale early P-38Lightning E or F model. Come on Tamiya, you did 1/48th.

  • @brucethemodelnoob
    @brucethemodelnoob 21 день тому

    A couple of new tool aircraft with PE and other juicy detail: 1/48 Kingsfisher 1/48 Arado 1/48 Pz IV… but the older short-barreled versions (Ausf D or E maybe) A good 1/35 Sexton II (good… so not the Dragon one) New 1/72 HE-111 by Eduard or ICM

  • @ianmacaulay6999
    @ianmacaulay6999 21 день тому

    What? No British WWII bombers????

    • @Panzermeister36
      @Panzermeister36 21 день тому

      They're too ugly

    • @Easy-Eight
      @Easy-Eight 19 днів тому

      What scale? The Lancaster is made in 1/48. Post mid 1943 the Brits almost exclusively made Lancasters or Halifaxs. US medium bombers took over in the RAF. That's why post WWII the RAF had the Canberra, they gave up on props

    • @natedrawsthings
      @natedrawsthings 18 днів тому

      Which ones do you have in mind?

    • @Easy-Eight
      @Easy-Eight 18 днів тому

      @ Airfix has the Beaufort and Hampden "frying pan" in 1/48. Add that to the Tamiya Lancaster in 1/48, and the Vickers Wellington by Trumpeter in 1/48 and the result you've got pretty much everything except the Short Sterling and the Halifax in 1/48. I'd say the British are as represented as the USAAF. We only had the Vanilla B-17 and B-24.

  • @jackcanada6082
    @jackcanada6082 21 день тому

    1/32 Curtiss F-11C and P-6E, lots of common parts between those two and some great interwar markings. Also, eclectic choice, FW-187 Falke, again 1/32, great looking heavy fighter, give us a choice of being able to do both the single and 2 seater in the same box.

  • @Panzermeister36
    @Panzermeister36 21 день тому

    Tamiya BT-5! Mike Baskette and I are waiting and waiting... Great video Chris! Except for the abuse towards my beloved A-7. These are all great subjects that even I, as a non-aircraft builder, understand and appreciate.

    • @ModelAirplaneMaker
      @ModelAirplaneMaker 21 день тому

      Beloved or not, that plane has a face only a mother could love. But I still want one.

    • @Panzermeister36
      @Panzermeister36 21 день тому

      ​@ModelAirplaneMaker negative, both it and the F-8 are beautiful 😜

  • @Bossnuggetmodels
    @Bossnuggetmodels 21 день тому

    Youve got your Reskit inhouse produced corsair getting released this year in 48th scale and possibly in 32nd, including all their 3d printed sets in the boxing. That’s something you could build for the channel!

  • @Evilwetness
    @Evilwetness 21 день тому

    1. A kit that was properly researched. So, that the finish model shape and surface match the real thing. 2. A kit that its parts are well thought out. Joints and part seams are in logical location and does not require a ton of attention to properly finish. The same goes for how parts are laid out on the sprue. 3. A kit that does not have access panel open. Just mold them shut and if one wants to open them, have them cut it open. 4. A kit with clear and well thought out instructions. I wish some of the newer kit manufactures would take some time and study the instructions from any Tamiya kit. 5. With the knowledge and understanding of 1-4, a new tooled 1/48 scale F-111 series, Eurofighter Typhoon, SAAB Gripen, SEPECAT Jaguar and throw in a Mirage 2000 series.

  • @bryanjacla1068
    @bryanjacla1068 21 день тому

    This is mine. Most of them are Japanese planes (either from the Imperial Japan days and JASDF days). All are 1:72 scale 1. 1/72 Kawasaki P-1 2. 1/72 Kawasaki C-2 3. 1/72 Nakajima Kikka 4. 1/72 F11F Tiger 5. 172 F7U Cutlass

  • @jcwoodman5285
    @jcwoodman5285 21 день тому

    Well, of the expected kits the Eduard P40e is my most wanted. Needed: 1/48 O2 Kingfisher.

  • @sseltrek1a2b
    @sseltrek1a2b 21 день тому

    good approximation...yeah- there are definitely some muted yellows and oranges on engines with high temps (the x-15 is a perfect example)...

  • @tihersarc9999
    @tihersarc9999 21 день тому

    Is there any way to make this with a brush? Thanks!

    • @ModelAirplaneMaker
      @ModelAirplaneMaker 20 днів тому

      You could try with a brush to mottle the surface and then blend it with a spray can. That might work.

  • @MikeGalloway-j5n
    @MikeGalloway-j5n 21 день тому

    New subscriber here. I really enjoy your channel. I wonder if they make the Merlin engine as well?

    • @ModelAirplaneMaker
      @ModelAirplaneMaker 20 днів тому

      They make a few jet engines and some car engines. Not sure about the Merlin.

  • @TheJerryludlow
    @TheJerryludlow 26 днів тому

    Superb!