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December 2002 |
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 Stunning USS The Sullivans By
Christine Griffin Take a look at Steve Kohl's award-winning model of the destroyer named for five brothers who served together. |
BUFF history By
Paul Boyer Still going strong after a half century: We survey the B-52's history and development. |
Build a B-52H By
Paul Boyer Detail AMT's big 1/72 scale kit as the [i]Memphis Belle IV.[/i] |
Bomb-striping machine By
H. Scott Edwards Show your B-52's stripes with this neat trick for quick, realistic ordnance detail. |
B-52 kit roundup By
Paul Boyer Which BUFF should you build? Here's our
guide to kits in all the popular scales. |
Make realistic trees By
Lee Vande Visse Create more dynamic dioramas! It's easy with our step-by-step instructions. |
Getting started in scratchbuilding By
Tony Hammes Want your Sherman to stand out from the pack? Build an M8 ammunition trailer for it. |
Easy T-34 tank kitbash By
Peter Rasmussen Ready for your first step beyond "straight from the box?" Combine two kits to make an Egyptian T-34/100 tank destroyer. |
Revell's USS George Washington By
Tom Graham How a model kit became notorious during the Cold War. |
Departments Scale Talk Letters from modelers around the world. News & Products News stories and the latest products to help you enjoy your hobby. Editor's Page A letter from FSM's Editor, Mark Thompson. Reader Gallery Photos of models of all types, submitted by their builders. Revolutionary War submarine |
Evel Knievel and his Harley |
Soviet Naval Infantry soldier |
Reader Tips Tips for enjoying your hobby, from your fellow readers. Workbench Reviews FSM's unmatched reviews of the latest kits, every one built by a modeler. Questions & Answers Have a question? FSM is here to help. Coming Events The who, when, and where of modeling events. Index of Advertisers Classified Marketplace Hobby Shop Directory History You Can Model Short stories about subjects you can build. Apollo 17: End of an era By
Jim Haught |
Online Extra Extra Articles Using automotive paint on your models |
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