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April 2003 |
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 Time line Vietnam By
John Guilmartin A quick overview of the who, what, when, and where of the 30-year-long conflict. |
Modeling a Vietnam "Hun" By
Pat Hawkey With a little surgery and a lot of putty, you can convert Monogram's classic 1/48 scale F-100D into a two-seat F model. |
Navy SEALs on the Mekong River By
Joseph Neumeyer A Hollywood modeler's creative scratchbuilding techniques add realism to this breathtaking diorama. |
Build a Huey gunship By
Paul Boyer Add a new rotor and other resin details to make a showpiece from Italeri's 1/72 scale UH-1C. |
Kitbashing a Vietnam gun truck By
James Lyles This little-known weapon system protected American supply convoys. Here's how to model it. |
Home on the M113 By
David Huffman Authentic detailing turns the Tamiya kit into a 3-D snapshot of a grunt's daily life. |
Super Skyraider By
Wayne Mutza The remarkable story of Skyraider No. 738, possibly the most historically significant aircraft of the Vietnam war. |
2003 New Kit Report Find out about this year's exciting new kits. |
Departments Editor's Page A letter from FSM's Editor, Mark Thompson. Scale Talk Letters from modelers around the world. News & Products News stories and the latest products to help you enjoy your hobby. The Vietnam War for the modeler (1945-1975) - part 1 By
John Guilmartin |
The Vietnam War for the modeler (1945-1975) - part 2 |
The Vietnam War for the modeler (1945-1975) - part 3 |
The Vietnam War for the modeler (1945-1975) - part 4 |
The Vietnam War for the modeler (1945-1975) - part 5 |
Reader Gallery Photos of models of all types, submitted by their builders. 19th century English gunboat |
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. Dwight Johnson: Medal of Honor recipient |
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