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April 2004 |
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 Superdetailed motor gun carriage Paul Fanning built his meticulously detailed M7 Priest for a World War II museum display. |
How to mask canopies By
Matthew Usher We show you how to paint razor-sharp canopy frameworks - and retain your sanity! |
Getting started in resin ships By
Phil Kirchmeier They're not only for expert modelers - and you don't have to be a millionaire to afford one. |
Dress up a Soviet T-60 tank By
Joe Morgan Need a break from Tigers and Shermans? Use aftermarket parts to turn Zvezda's basic 1/35 scale kit into a showpiece. |
Detail and decal a Fokker D.VII By
Tony Schnurr A returning modeler gets back into the swing by adding scratchbuilt detail to a Dragon kit to model a colorful war trophy. |
Show-stopping lunar rover Steve Bohl's big 1/6 scale scratchbuilt model called for unconventional modeling skills, including metalworking and sewing. |
2004 New Kit Report Find out about this year's releases! |
Kit Classics No. 60 - Hobby-Time's Bell XV-3 Convertiplane By
Matthew Usher This rare 1950s aircraft kit came from a small Wisconsin manufacturer. |
Departments Editor's Page A letter from FSM's Editor, Mark Thompson. Scale Talk Letters from modelers around the world. News The latest news to help you enjoy your hobby. New Products The latest products to help you enjoy your hobby. Reader Gallery Photos of models of all types, submitted by their builders. Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry Highlander Officer |
Nelson Piquet's Benetton Ford B191 |
Panzerkampfwagen III Ausf. L |
Pilot Officer, Royal Flying Corps - 1917 |
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. Index of Advertisers Coming Events The who, when, and where of modeling events. Classified Marketplace Hobby Shop Directory History You Can Model Short stories about subjects you can build. OnlineEXTRA San Antonio ModelFiesta 2004 photo gallery |
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