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November 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.
This issue is currently out of stock and will not be reprinted.
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Features Ricardo Dacoba's spectacular aircraft A sample of this award-winning modeler's work. |
Working with photoetch: The basics By
Christopher Appoldt Follow our step-by-step demo to turn a good F-15E Strike Eagle kit into a great model. |
Superdetailing the USS Ticonderoga By
Albert Tureczek No need for expensive aftermarket parts - make your own with stretched sprue. |
Paint and weather a Grille By
Scott Conner Splinter camo patterns on German armor are a breeze with this easy masking technique. |
Intruder upgrades By
Manuel Guajardo Add folded wings and homemade photoetched detail to Revell's 1/48 scale A-6E. |
Light up a Klingon Bird of Prey By
Michael T. Jones LEDs, LightSheet, and fiber optics illuminate this vessel from the Star Trek movies. |
Simulate wood grain By
Lynn Kessler Brush-painting techniques help you add this realistic detail to armor model accessories. |
Upgrade a Vietnam War EB-66E By
Pat Hawkey Italeri's 1/72 scale Destroyer is OK, but here's how to make it a showpiece. |
Detailing a Kommandowagen By
Fraser Gray Scratchbuilt extras and a simple diorama display base enhance this German armored railcar. |
Build a rare Focke Wulf Fw 19a By
Armando Loni You can build this revolutionary 1920s canard design from Airmodel’s vacuum-formed kit. |
Salvaging Revell's X-17 rocket By
David Carlton A vintage kit from the early days of the space race gets refurbished and detailed. |
Weekend wonder By
Lawrence Hansen Build a T-34 tank this weekend! |
Build a Three Stooges diorama By
Louis Armour Basic painting techniques and a simple diorama base bring Moe, Larry, and Curly to life. |
Readers' Choice Awards By
Lawrence Hansen You voted for your favorite new kits of 2002 - and here are the results! |
Not just for men By
Elisa Neckar Profiles of three female IPMS modelers. |
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. Reader Gallery Photos of models of all types, submitted by their builders. Mercury astronaut Scott Carpenter |
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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. Index of Advertisers Questions & Answers Have a question? FSM is here to help. Coming Events The who, when, and where of modeling events. Classified Marketplace Hobby Shop Directory History You Can Model The enemy below: U-boats
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