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April 2010 |
FineScale Modeler magazine is the essential tool for modelers of all skill levels. Learn how to create models of aircraft, armor, ships, cars and more. Every issue provides clear, well-instructed articles that show how to assemble the latest model kits and how to master painting and finishing techniques.
Kit reviews, new kit and product announcements, tips from experts, and a gallery of readers' models make every issue packed with value. |
Features Airbrushing & Finishing: It's olive drab, but more than one color By
Mark Hembree Livening up a monochromatic scheme
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pg. 18 |
Soldering basics, step by step By
Rick Lawler A sensible skill for photoetched metal
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pg. 20 |
Saving a Super Sabre By
Leon Simpson Solving the problems of a vintage kit
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pg. 24 |
Showcase: Brett McDonald's snow plow This county truck scoops up trophies!
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pg. 30 |
Waffling and detailing a StuG By
Bill Plunk Resin Zimmerit and photoetched metal stoke up an old kit
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pg. 32 |
Online extra: Download an image of this StuG for your desktop |
Hal Marr's F-8E Crusader By
Paul Boyer Academy's 1/72 scale "MiG Master"
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pg. 46 |
Canadian Forces LAV III By
James Wechsler A straightforward conversion
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pg. 50 |
Online extra: Get desktop wallpaper of James' LAV III |
Kit classics By
Matthew Usher Revell's "whip-fly" F9F-8 Cougar
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pg. 74 |
Features Editor's Page A letter from FSM's Editor, Matthew Usher. Scale Talk Letters from modelers around the world. Spotlight Read the latest headlines in modeling news. New Products The latest products to help you enjoy your hobby. Reader Gallery Photos of models of all types, submitted by their builders. Questions & Answers Have a question? FSM is here to help. Reader Tips Tips for enjoying your hobby, from your fellow readers. 7 new Workbench Reviews! FSM's unmatched reviews of the latest kits, every one built by a modeler. Hobby Shop Directory Advertiser Index Classified Marketplace
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