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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => What's New => Topic started by: Brad Cancian on October 25, 2021, 06:20:16 PM

Title: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on October 25, 2021, 06:20:16 PM: Hi all,

I just wanted to quickly draw everyone's attention to the "New and Old Kits - Add Ons" board that the forum has running:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?board=10.0 (https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?board=10.0)

For those that may not be aware, the forum is very kindly supported by many companies who send us review items. These items often consist of brand new kits, tools, or accessories. It is here that the moderator team posts reviews of those kits and accessories that we get from our VERY generous sponsors. Recently we have had items provided from a range of manufacturers, including (in alphabetical order) Copper State Models, Eduard, ICM, Kovozávody Prostějov Models, Pheon, Roden, Special Hobby, and many more.

Some recent examples include reviews of the Eduard 1/72 Albatros D.V, the Kovozávody Prostějov 1/72 Sopwith Triplane, the Eduard 1/48 Sopwith Camel, the Roden 1/32 SPAD XIII (including a great think piece by Dave), some great Pheon decal sets, the Special Hobby 1/32 Fokker D.II, the CSM Nieuport, and many, many more! We're constantly adding reviews to the board, so check them out.

I would also like to draw member's attention to the "World of Scale Models" board:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?board=106.0 (https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?board=106.0)

Here we also review non-WW1 kits also kindly donated by our sponsors; for example, the board contains reviews of the particularly wonderful Special Hobby 1/72 Messerschmitt BF-109E-4, Special Hobby 1/48 Oxford, and the Special Hobby 1/32 Westland Whirlwind, amongst others.

The moderating team goes quite a long way to make sure we provide solid reviews of these items - please jump over and take a look at some of the really quite wonderful items we have kindly been provided by our sponsors!

I understand that many of you may check here in the "what's new" board more often than in the "New and Old Kits" or "World of Scale Modelling" boards - hence, we will continue to add to this thread as we post new items, just so you folks can stay up to speed with the latest reviews. So, subscribe to this thread and you'll get notified when we post something new.

As always, many thanks and Model On!

Cheers,

Brad (on behalf of the moderating team)
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on October 30, 2021, 05:49:07 PM: Hi all - we've just posted a review for the 1/72 KP Models Nieuport Triplane.

(https://i.imgur.com/jdzYGvB.jpg)

Come check out the review of this interesting Nieuport design - https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=12608.0

Cheers!

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on November 07, 2021, 05:59:51 PM: Hello everyone - a new review has been posted, this time for the lovely 1/72 Eduard Fokker D.VII (OAW) Weekend Edition.

(https://i.imgur.com/7j9KhSW.jpg)

Eduard have very generously provided a review sample, so please come and check out the review - https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=12623.0

Help support the manufacturers that support our forum.

Cheers!

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: loopyloop on November 07, 2021, 07:48:49 PM: Brad I have loads of little Fokkers more power to Eduard.
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: gbrivio on November 07, 2021, 09:02:46 PM: Thank you for the reviews and thanks to the companies for supporting with news and samples. Much appreciated.
Ciao
Giuseppe
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: WD on November 08, 2021, 04:21:22 AM: What Guiseppe said.

WD
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Syd Solo on November 08, 2021, 06:40:32 PM: Ditto what WD said.

Cheers

Syd
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: KiwiZac on November 09, 2021, 12:35:39 PM: I'm with them. ;D
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: jeroen_R90S on November 13, 2021, 09:41:56 PM: Yes, me too -I have the D.VII and it's a great kit. One problem though: it's hard to get motivated to finish my MAC-Roden kitbashed D.VIIs now!

Interesting Eduard went with a red tailplane on the Jasta 18 D.VII
I was under the impression the tailplanes, rudder and ailerons did not have rib tapes? Nothing some research and a bit of sanding can't fix if it's the case, on the other hand, Eduard usually does good reasearch so I could very well be in error as well :)
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on November 20, 2021, 09:39:40 PM: Hi everyone - another review has been posted; this time for the KP Models Sopwith Scooter, here:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=12666.0

(https://i.imgur.com/2s7Mqc2.jpg)

A cool little model of a cool little aeroplane, so worth a look :)

Cheers!

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: KiwiZac on November 21, 2021, 09:29:41 AM: I'd heard of the Swallow but the Scooter's a new one on me! I'm off to check it out!
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: jeroen_R90S on November 25, 2021, 08:08:19 PM: Hi Brad,

Hat off to an excellent review, outling a problem and offering fixes, too!
However, I do feel that KP really goofed here.
If I do get one (I'm happy that there are new 1/72 kits and will gladly support them!) it'll be the Swallow, even if it is not as colourful. :)

Jeroen
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on December 20, 2021, 06:39:06 PM: Hello all!

Another review is up! This time, the beautiful Special Hobby Bf-109E-1 "J/88 Legion Condor" boxing:

(https://i.imgur.com/q1XM6R5.jpg)

You can see it over in the world of scale modelling board; a link to the review is here:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=12746.0

Here's what's possible with this kit (not my build, and taken from the Special Hobby website, bit it's too nice a build not to re-post):

(https://i.imgur.com/R9ygFMm.jpg)

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Mike Norris on December 21, 2021, 03:19:36 AM: Quote from: jeroen_R90S on November 25, 2021, 08:08:19 PM
Hi Brad,

Hat off to an excellent review, outlining a problem and offering fixes, too!
However, I do feel that KP really goofed here.
If I do get one (I'm happy that there are new 1/72 kits and will gladly support them!) it'll be the Swallow, even if it is not as colourfull. :)

Jeroen

Not 1:72nd scale, but a 1:32nd conversion of WNW Camel kit.

Mike

https://mikesww1aircraftmodels.com/swallow.html (https://mikesww1aircraftmodels.com/swallow.html)
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Dave W on January 06, 2022, 05:24:19 PM: Our latest kit review has been uploaded to the Forum.

This one's the Eduard new Weekend Edition of its nice Pfalz D.IIIa kit

(https://i.postimg.cc/Y0kHkKYp/8414-3d-krabice-bpzd-z1.png)

The review's over on the New Kits review board and here's the link:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=12776.0

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: KiwiZac on January 07, 2022, 04:13:05 AM: Thanks Dave! Because of the quality builds I've seen here in recent weeks my mind is turning more toward 1/48 for several Great War subjects, and this looks like one that I'd rather like to head to my workbench! Thank you for such a great review of this fine-looking kit.
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Dave W on January 18, 2022, 12:45:49 PM: Hi folks

Our latest kit review is now uploaded to the Forum. This time it's the 1/72 Kovozávody Prostějov 1/72 scale Airco DH5 – Australian FC.

(https://i.postimg.cc/j2zVYFrf/Image-36.jpg)

Here's the link:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=12820.0

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: WD on January 19, 2022, 10:52:26 AM: Thanks Dave, great review. Certainly a unique a/c and deserving of being kitted like this. It appears that two of the decal options are presentation a/c, no? I've always found those very visually interesting.

WD
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: gbrivio on January 19, 2022, 04:48:17 PM: Thank you for the review and KP for the sample. Good to see usually neglected subjects brought to the maket.
Ciao
Giuseppe
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on January 21, 2022, 05:57:26 PM: Hi all,

A new review has been posted to the "World of Scale Modelling" board - the lovely Special Hobby Reggiane Re.2005, Italy's ultimate WW2 fighter!

(https://i.imgur.com/Y0cbxFR.jpg)

See the review, here:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=12825.0

Cheers!

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Dave W on January 22, 2022, 06:52:46 PM: Our latest Forum kit review has now been uploaded to the reviews board.

This is the much awaited Copper State Models 1/32 Caudron G.III.

Our review is at this link: https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=12828.0

(https://i.postimg.cc/0j2ndxpc/CSM32-006.jpg)

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on January 28, 2022, 06:35:39 PM: Hello fellow forum members! Today I have the pleasure of presenting the latest update to our review board, the wonderful 1/72 Eduard Fokker D.VII "Fokker Fokker!" Limited Edition boxing:

(https://i.imgur.com/kRYDnlt.jpg)

Our review is at this link: https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=12843.0

This is an exquisite kit, so go and check out the review.

Cheers!

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: WD on January 29, 2022, 09:37:06 AM: I absolutely love this boxing and can't wait to dive into them.

I do wonder about the "new" Eduard decals though, and how they'll behave.

WD
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on February 05, 2022, 03:27:44 PM: Hi all,

I am pleased to present to you all another update on our review board, the impressive 1/72 Eduard "Du Doch Nicht!!" Limited Edition boxing, focusing on the aircraft of Ernst Udet:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=12852.0

(https://i.imgur.com/RCqh1lL.jpg)

This review had so much packed into it that I had to split it over two posts - go check it out!

Cheers!

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: WD on February 05, 2022, 11:17:40 PM: Thank you for such an extensive review Brad. I was very excited to get this boxing, so much goodness inside.

WD
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Dave W on February 06, 2022, 01:03:45 PM: Zac Yates joins the Forum review team with his look at the MPM Production/ Special Hobby 1/72 Gloster Meteor PR Mk.10 “High-Altitude Photo-Recce Version”.

(https://i.postimg.cc/Ghhfj5jq/MPM-72560-0001-002.jpg)

Zac's review can be read on the World of Scale Models Board at this link:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=12857.0

The Meteor review is part of our expanded coverage of modelling subjects through the World of Scale Models board.

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on February 15, 2022, 08:41:16 AM: Hi everyone,

I am pleased to present our next review, the Special Hobby 1/48 Fokker D.V - https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=12869.0

(https://i.imgur.com/8EJUQUC.jpg)

Quite a nice model of a unique yet important type. Go check out the review! :)

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Bughunter on February 15, 2022, 05:22:16 PM: There is also a little kit review at the beginning of my build report, as requested by Des:
https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=11635

And that is the outcome of the project, don't miss the outdoor pictures on the second page:
https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=11762

I am happy to have this little Fokker in my cabinet!

Cheers,
Frank
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on February 15, 2022, 05:31:29 PM: Nice one Frank! ;D
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on February 27, 2022, 05:00:31 PM: Hello everyone,

Tonight I am pleased to present the Eduard Nieuport Ni-17 Dual Combo boxing in 1/72:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=12887.0

(https://i.imgur.com/1PkUKDC.jpg)

This kit was released in 2007 but remains the premiere 1/72 Nieuport kit on the market. Also included is a bit of a build article from yours truly, detailing how the kit goes together.

(https://i.imgur.com/oDAwDWL.jpg)

And an extra little bit of fun ;)

(https://i.imgur.com/EQr7O8p.jpg)

Go check it out! :)

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Dave W on March 01, 2022, 10:34:47 AM: Zac Yates has a new review for us in the World of Scale Models (off topic) board.

Zac has reviewed the 1/48 Special Hobby IMAM (Romeo) Ro-37bis

(https://i.postimg.cc/fL46SfV7/EB15-EFED-AF50-4273-B8-D8-C0-FF4-D1707-EB-sh48185-imam-romeo-ro-37bis.jpg)

Here's a link to the review for this colourful interwar biplane:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=12889.0

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: WD on March 02, 2022, 10:59:19 AM: Thanks for another great review Brad. I well remember having a talk with Vladimir Sulc at the IPMS Nationals in Atlanta, Georgia in 2005 and pleading with him to do a 1/72nd scale Nie.17. He admitted to me that not only the scale, but this a/c in particular, was one of his favorites. Sadly, it didn't generate the income that he and the developers had hoped.
I have two sitting on the shelf of doom waiting for me to come back to them. I modeled myself in to a corner with them (couldn't leave well enough alone). My only criticism for the kit is the shade of blue for the roundels and tail, it seems every resource I've consulted says it should be more of an ultramarine rather than that light "powder blue" color.

Just my two centimes.

WD
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on March 12, 2022, 04:44:23 PM: Hi all - our next review is here! This time, we present the Special Hobby 1/48 Pfalz D.XII "early version".

Review is here - https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=12911.0

(https://i.imgur.com/IOLo87P.jpg)

This kit has been out for a little while now, but is definitely worth having a look at, or pulling out of the stash if you already have one. Go check it out!

Cheers!

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Dave W on March 20, 2022, 09:44:32 PM: Hi Folks

Our latest review is now uploaded, this one is the Eduard 1/48 scale Br.1 engined Sopwith Camel Profipack Edition.

(https://i.postimg.cc/Xv0ycw1F/82171-3d-krabice-bpzd-z1.png)

The inbox review is here: https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=12931.0

cheers

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on April 30, 2022, 04:06:55 PM: Hi everyone - I am pleased to present our latest review, the KP 1/72 Sopwith Dolphin, in both Special Markings and Polish Service boxings:

(https://i.imgur.com/AxuoBCZ.jpg)

Quite a nice little kit - go and check it out here - https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13041.0

Cheers!

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Rookie on April 30, 2022, 06:29:21 PM: Thanks for this detailed review Brad.

These nice KP kits are available in Europe for around €15.00.

Willem
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on May 07, 2022, 11:57:53 AM: Hello all!

I am pleased to present a review of one of those aircraft I have a little bit of a soft spot for, the 1/72 KP Roland D.II, D.IIa and Pfalz D.II kits:

(https://i.imgur.com/MNarDdt.jpg)

This is a bit more of an in-depth review - check it out here: https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13062.0

Cheers!

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: WD on May 07, 2022, 10:13:38 PM: Great review Brad! It seems that for a lot of the kit, KP really did pay attention. Too bad about the nose length, etc.

WD
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on May 08, 2022, 07:59:51 AM: Thanks WD!

On the plus side, the nose length is good for the D.IIa. A little bit of work here and there and you can get each variant. The Roland is a cool looking little aeroplane :)

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: WD on May 08, 2022, 09:01:06 AM: Quote from: Brad Cancian on May 08, 2022, 07:59:51 AM
Thanks WD!

On the plus side, the nose length is good for the D.IIa. A little bit of work here and there and you can get each variant. The Roland is a cool looking little aeroplane :)

Cheers,

BC

It is that! If any aeroplane deserved the nickname of "Camel" this one certainly did.

WD
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on May 08, 2022, 09:51:25 AM: Quote
It is that! If any aeroplane deserved the nickname of "Camel" this one certainly did.

WD

Haha, yep didn't think of that. Very true! ;D
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Dave W on May 12, 2022, 01:56:48 PM: Hi folks

We have another review uploaded on the Forum, this time it's a selection of 1/48 scale accessories for Eduard's stunning new Sopwith Camel kit.

(https://i.postimg.cc/brjz4TbH/264422185-5206726279342277-5520601610856972785-n.jpg)

The detailed review can be found here: https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13071.0

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Dave W on May 31, 2022, 01:19:31 PM: Hi folks

We have just uploaded a new review on the reviews board - the CMK Razor Saw Profi Set.

(https://i.postimg.cc/8cL3LZGN/razor-saw-profi-set.jpg)

The review can be found here:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13121.0

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Dave W on July 05, 2022, 08:45:27 PM: Hi everyone

Our latest kit review is now uploaded on the Forum's review pages.

This is for Eduard's wonderful new 1/48 Sopwith Camel Comic nightfighter.

(https://i.postimg.cc/q7WFZzgG/82175-3d-krabice-bpzd-z1.png)

The full review can be found here:
https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13192.0

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on July 13, 2022, 07:11:49 PM: Hi all,

Another kit in-box review has been uploaded to our review pages. This one is the excellent Special Hobby 1/72 Messerschmitt Bf-109E7 Trop, "Braving Sand and Snow":

(https://i.imgur.com/775fWbB.jpg)

The review of this excellent little kit is here -

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13207.0

Cheers!

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on July 26, 2022, 07:18:23 PM: Hello everyone - I am pleased to present our latest in-box review, the KP Salmson 2.A2 / Otsu 1 -

(https://i.imgur.com/0MjYPTg.jpg)

The review is here - https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13228.0

Go check out the review of this important aeroplane :)

Our thanks again to our sponsors for the review samples.

Cheers!

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: enathan on July 26, 2022, 09:09:41 PM: Thank you for the review Brad.
I just want to say I find it odd that there is no French Salmson among the four KP offerings.
Hopefully this will be amended with later reissues.
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on July 27, 2022, 07:03:11 AM: Thanks Enathan - it's a really great point; unusual indeed. I suspect you're right, at some point French markings should be released for this one; it is a French aircraft, after all :)

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on July 31, 2022, 11:56:16 AM: Hi all - I'm very pleased to present an inbox review of the new re-release of Eduard kit 8113, their well known and well loved Albatros D.V kit in 1/48:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13239.0

(https://i.imgur.com/9waWHK8.jpg)

This is a great kit, and I plan to follow the in box review up with a full build review shortly.

Many thanks to Eduard for the review sample.

Cheers!

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Dave W on August 02, 2022, 06:26:47 PM: Hi Everyone

Zac Yates has a new kit review for us on the World of Scale Models board.

Zac has reviewed the Special Hobby 1/72 Kittyhawk Mk.III (Long Fuselage P-40K)

(https://i.postimg.cc/4ybtywGw/49-B07-BD4-01-AA-4482-8775-D6-E021-A8-A819-sh72380-kittyhawk-mk-iii.jpg)

His review can be read here:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13246.0

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: the great waldo on August 05, 2022, 06:11:05 PM: I was just wondering what this kit has to do with WW1? Does`nt really bother me that it's here but I think Just a minute would call it deviation!

Cheers
Andrew
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Dave W on August 05, 2022, 06:24:27 PM: Andrew

The P40 review is posted on our World of Scale Models board - the place where members can discuss non-WW1 subjects. I'm sure you would appreciate that many of our members are not just WW1 only modellers.

The World of Scale Models board is the home for all those non WW1 topics and we also feature reviews of non WW1 kits there.

All of our reviews are also previewed in the ongoing New Kits and Accessories info thread on Whats New. However our review boards are in two places- the WW1 related items and the non WW1 kits on the World of Scale Models board.

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Gene K on August 05, 2022, 11:56:11 PM: Quote from: Brad Cancian on July 31, 2022, 11:56:16 AM
... an inbox review of the new re-release of Eduard kit 8113, their well known and well loved Albatros D.V kit in 1/48:

Reviews don't get any better than that, Brad! Thanks.

As lovely as this old kit is, I think fifty US dollars is "somewhat" overpriced .. as most of Eduard's recent offerings.

Gene K
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: pepperman42 on August 06, 2022, 01:37:41 AM: Hey Gene, I sympathize. I try and shop locally but I am using the48ers.com more often. They are in Cyprus. While that exact Albatros is currently not in stock it sells for 17.46 Euros. Being on par with the US dollar right now means the only addition is shipping which is relatively inexpensive and arrives in a couple of weeks. No involvement with the operation other than as a satisfied customer.

Steve
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: the great waldo on August 06, 2022, 05:32:01 PM: Quote from: Dave W on August 05, 2022, 06:24:27 PM
Andrew

The P40 review is posted on our World of Scale Models board - the place where members can discuss non-WW1 subjects. I'm sure you would appreciate that many of our members are not just WW1 only modellers.

The World of Scale Models board is the home for all those non WW1 topics and we also feature reviews of non WW1 kits there.

All of our reviews are also previewed in the ongoing New Kits and Accessories info thread on Whats New. However our review boards are in two places- the WW1 related items and the non WW1 kits on the World of Scale Models board.

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
Hi Dave
Point taken. As I said I wasn't bothered about it,just curious, and I do have some ww2 fighter kits. I just need to find some time to start making them and all the others in the stash, I can't seem to figure out why now that i'm retired I don't seem to have any spare time !!!! Keep up the good work.
Cheers
Andrew
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Dave W on August 21, 2022, 12:02:43 PM: Hi folks

I have just uploaded Zac Yates' latest Forum review- this one is for the Special Hobby 1/48 scale Pfalz E.1

(https://i.postimg.cc/FHZw1mjd/8113-D730-74-B4-4-C66-8310-824-ADCC1386-E-sh48176-pfalz-e-i.jpg)

While not a new release it's a worthwhile addition to the WW1 lineup and Zac's review can be found here:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13287.0

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on August 27, 2022, 04:46:58 PM: Hello all,

I am pleased to present our next review kit, the Special Hobby 1/72 Lloyd C.V Serie 82 (WKF):

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13303.0

(https://i.imgur.com/KR2UhOu.jpg)

This is a neat little aircraft and Special Hobby provides quite a comprehensive package. Go check it out :)

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on September 18, 2022, 04:14:07 PM: Hello all - I am pleased to present our next review kit, the KP models 1/72 Breguet Bre-14A and Bre-14B kits:

(https://i.imgur.com/wX9St9j.jpg)

The review is here -

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13353.0

These are neat little kits, definitely worth a look.

Cheers!

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Rookie on September 18, 2022, 07:16:33 PM: Thanks for a great review of these kits Brad.
They are on the top of my wishlist :D

Willem
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: rhwinter on September 18, 2022, 08:49:45 PM: Great, indeed! 👏👏👏 I'd buy a bunch of those Breguets - if they only were in 1/32th scale… 😢
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Dave W on September 30, 2022, 06:49:38 PM: Hi folks

Our latest product review has just been uploaded to the Forum.

This time it's an outstanding new reference book - Modelling and Painting World War 1 Allied Figures
By Forum member Mike Butler.

This is a brilliant 'how to' book to guide us through the nuances of painting realistic WW1 Allied figures.

(https://i.postimg.cc/kGsCQ12R/290869038-396999132491788-7432760527563169795-n.jpg)

It's an absolute 'must have' reference book for figure painters and the link to my review on the Magazines and Books board is here:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13374.0

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Kit on September 30, 2022, 07:49:26 PM: :) Great, looks fantastic, have ordered.
Title: MikeTheKiwi Book Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: MikeNZ on September 30, 2022, 09:01:18 PM: I'm indebted to David for his comprehensive, balanced & well written review on my book.
It has been a labour of love over the past few years to put together with the help of so many people.
As another way of saying thank you to supporters I am offering the chance to get a bust from my personal collection.
Further detail I this flyer:
(https://www.planetfigure.com/attachments/a60dd6e8-0cb8-415e-9769-94233d395227-jpeg.452901/)
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Mike Norris on October 02, 2022, 05:58:21 AM: Hi all,
Received my hard back copy.
This is the bible for not only painting figures, but also building figures.
Worth every penny, even if you don't use figures,

Mike
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on October 02, 2022, 07:05:42 AM: I've been thinking for a while about branching into some figure painting; my early attempts in 1/48 have been pretty comical, so i've also just put in my order for Mike's book. This looks like an amazing resource.

Cheers,

Brad
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Mike Norris on October 02, 2022, 07:08:20 AM: Quote from: Brad Cancian on October 02, 2022, 07:05:42 AM
I've been thinking for a while about branching into some figure painting; my early attempts in 1/48 have been pretty comical, so i've also just put in my order for Mike's book. This looks like an amazing resource.

Cheers,

Brad

Hi Brad,
You won't regret it,

Mike
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on October 02, 2022, 05:25:57 PM: Hi all - I am pleased to present our next in-box review, the Special Hobby 1/72 CAC CA-19 Boomerang "Jungle Scouts".

(https://i.imgur.com/5mhoPSC.jpg)

Go check this one out over in the "World of Scale Modeling" forum, here -

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13376.0

Thanks to Special Hobby for providing the review sample. Help to support those that support our forum!

Cheers,

BC
Title: MikeTheKiwi Book Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: MikeNZ on October 10, 2022, 11:03:37 AM: Quote from: Kit on September 30, 2022, 07:49:26 PM
:) Great, looks fantastic, have ordered.
Cheers Newbie - do share what you think of it please? Keen to learn if it is of value & thanks for your support.
MikeTheKiwi
Quote from: Mike 'Sandbagger' Norris on October 02, 2022, 05:58:21 AM
Hi all,
Received my hard back copy.
This is the bible for not only painting figures, but also building figures.
Worth every penny, even if you don't use figures,
Mike
Appreciate your support Mike & trust you’re able to put it to practical use quickly. Also neat to get your entry for my “Henry” bust.
Keep us posted on what you find most useful as you work through the book.
MikeTheKiwi
Quote from: Brad Cancian on October 02, 2022, 07:05:42 AM
I've been thinking for a while about branching into some figure painting; my early attempts in 1/48 have been pretty comical, so i've also just put in my order for Mike's book. This looks like an amazing resource.
Cheers, Brad
Trust you’ll find the book helps Brad.
I’m an experimental modeller & not trying to sell a particular product or approach. Instead help modellers understand what works for them & how to have a Plan > Do > Check > Adjust to developing their own approach.
Will be good to see what you think of it too.
MikeTheKiwi
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Dave W on October 10, 2022, 05:47:19 PM: Hi folks

I'm happy to introduce our latest WW1 aircraft kit review- the Eduard 1/48 scale Sopwith Camel (Bentley) Weekend Edition.

(https://i.postimg.cc/T1h9VYXG/8485-3d-krabice-bpzd-z1.png)

This is Eduard's Weekend Edition of their Br.1 Camel kit and our review of it and the Zoom PE aftermarket detail set can be found here:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13399.0

Our sincere thanks to Eduard for supporting our Forum with review items.

Check out Eduard's product range at: https://www.eduard.com/

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on October 14, 2022, 05:25:26 PM: Hello everyone!

We've been generously provided another KP Sopwith Triplane in 1/72 to review, this time the lovely RNAS boxing:

(https://i.imgur.com/4IBPjX9.jpg)

The review is here, appended to the end of our previous review:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=12578.0

Our sincerest thanks to KP for continuing to be such a strong supporter of our forum. Please support those that support us!

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: pepperman42 on October 16, 2022, 12:48:56 AM: Maybe derailing this thread a bit but I just want to comment on Mike Butler's book. Every now and then a book comes along that really changes the landscape. We all know Shep Paine's diorama book (and those gloss diorama building pamphlets in Monogram kits) took modeling to the next level. Verlinden and all the current Spanish companies built their empires based on his techniques. Bill Horan released a pretty good figure painting volume as well. I have to say Mr. Butler's book will stand on the shelf every bit these previous releases equal. Excellent (and a bit nostalgic) drawings, perfect photography, clear demonstrations and explanations make this an extremely valuable resource. The use of gouache paint, texturing various paints etc etc are all new to me but even seasoned vets will gain further knowledge from this book. It is fascinating to watch the figure progress from googley eyed zombie through to the finished, beautifully painted figure. The real beauty of this book is, through all the demonstrations, the underlying voice can be heard saying "You can do this." I love this book, as a reference and as a source of eye candy. Thank you Mike Butler. I ordered mine through Book Depository - UK to Canada in 8 days for $30.93C

Steve
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: MikeNZ on October 16, 2022, 02:00:32 PM: Quote from: pepperman42 on October 16, 2022, 12:48:56 AM
Maybe derailing this thread a bit but I just want to comment on Mike Butler's book. Every now and then a book comes along that really changes the landscape. We all know Shep Paine's diorama book (and those gloss diorama building pamphlets in Monogram kits) took modeling to the next level. Verlinden and all the current Spanish companies built their empires based on his techniques. Bill Horan released a pretty good figure painting volume as well. I have to say Mr. Butler's book will stand on the shelf every bit these previous releases equal. Excellent (and a bit nostalgic) drawings, perfect photography, clear demonstrations and explanations make this an extremely valuable resource. The use of gouache paint, texturing various paints etc etc are all new to me but even seasoned vets will gain further knowledge from this book. It is fascinating to watch the figure progress from googley eyed zombie through to the finished, beautifully painted figure. The real beauty of this book is, through all the demonstrations, the underlying voice can be heard saying "You can do this." I love this book, as a reference and as a source of eye candy. Thank you Mike Butler. I ordered mine through Book Depository - UK to Canada in 8 days for $30.93C

Steve
Wow!! Thank you Steve for taking the time to share your thoughts.
Especially pleasing to see you find value from my book & plan to put it to use.
Being compared to likes of Shep, Francois & Bill Is particularly kind.
I deliberately wanted a variety of aids like the sketches & photos to help different learning styles as was keen to make it as accessible to wide range of modellers. I’m proud to have had my son Ed contribute his art too. He is one of a number of people I collaborated with to produce this book which is really a team effort.
Please do consider sending me details to enter you in a draw for my bust “Henry”.
Gratefully yours,
MikeTheKiwi
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: WD on October 17, 2022, 09:27:01 AM: Thanks for a great review on the Sopwith Tripe Brad!

Now, if only I could figure out how to get that rigging thread through that middle wing without buggering the thing up. Lot's of room for error for me on that part. ;)

WD
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on November 06, 2022, 03:27:02 PM: Hi everyone - I am pleased to present our next review kit, the 1/72 KP Albatros C.III:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13455.0

(https://i.imgur.com/ofAts0r.jpg)

Quite a nice kit of a neat aircraft. Go check it out!

Thanks to KP for the review sample. Please support those that support our forum!

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: pepperman42 on November 06, 2022, 11:24:27 PM: Great review! Good to see KP investing in the WWI field.

Steve
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: WD on November 20, 2022, 08:44:02 AM: Nice! Thanks for the review. One can never have too many two-seater kits in 1/72nd. :) ;)

Warren
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on November 20, 2022, 02:57:01 PM: Hi everyone - I am pleased to present our latest review, the lovely Kovozávody Prostějov 1/72 Airco DH-9A / Polikarpov R-1.

(https://i.imgur.com/vTFr3bD.jpg)

See the review here - https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13480.0

This is a very lovely kit; check it out! :) Thanks to KP for the review sample.

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Rookie on November 20, 2022, 11:34:19 PM: Thanks for the review Brad, looks like a nice kit!

Do the decal sheets include decals for the instrument panel?

Willem
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Juan on November 21, 2022, 03:31:58 AM: Quote from: Rookie on November 20, 2022, 11:34:19 PM
Thanks for the review Brad, looks like a nice kit!

Do the decal sheets include decals for the instrument panel?

Willem

Looking at the pictures of the decal sheets, I would say no.
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: FAf on November 21, 2022, 07:05:16 AM: I checked mine and there's no decal for the instrument panel.
The kit looks great though.
/F
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on April 28, 2023, 05:35:37 PM: Hello everyone! Hard to believe it's been so long since our last review, but I am pleased to report that the reviews have recommenced with earnest!

Today I am pleased to present a review of a particularly interesting and important inter-war subject, the Potez 25TOE in 1/72 from Special Hobby:

(https://i.imgur.com/84SofZr.jpg)

The in-box review link is here:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13791.0

This is a lovely little subject worthy of attention for those that like the lesser known types in the smaller scales.

Please support those that support our forum!

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on May 07, 2023, 12:51:40 PM: Hello everyone! Today I present our next review, the wonderful Aero Ab-11 "Blue Bird" in 1/72 scale from Special Hobby:

(https://i.imgur.com/UdXSJ1Y.jpg)

Again, this is a wonderful release from Special Hobby, and is clearly a subject near and dear to their hearts. The in-box review can be seen here:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13805.0

Please support those that support our forum!

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on May 13, 2023, 04:27:17 PM: Hello everyone,

Continuing our journey of reviews, tonight I present the 1/72 Special Hobby Type 267 Vildebeest Mk.III, reviewed by our own Zac Yates (Kiwizac).

(https://i.imgur.com/jIWi3xP.jpg)

Check out the review of this esoteric subject here:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13824.0

Please support those that support our forum!

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on May 19, 2023, 10:23:49 AM: Hi all!

I am pleased today to present our latest review, the Kovozávody Prostějov 1/72 AGO C.IV. All three boxings of this limited edition kit are captured in the review.

(https://i.imgur.com/FmYE7rG.jpg)

The review is here:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13832.0

These are fine kits of quite a quaint yet lovely little subject. Check it out!

Many thanks to KP for the review samples.

Please support those that support our forum
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: WD on May 20, 2023, 02:58:11 AM: A great review Brad!

Warren
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Dave Brewer on May 21, 2023, 04:44:41 PM: Oh for a 1/48 or 1/32 Vildebeest!
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: KiwiZac on May 24, 2023, 02:00:18 PM: Quote from: Dave Brewer on May 21, 2023, 04:44:41 PM
Oh for a 1/48 or 1/32 Vildebeest!
I'd be lying if I said I didn't want a 1/48 one, but not a vac!!
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: enathan on May 24, 2023, 10:14:33 PM: Thanks for the review on th AGO C.IVs Brad, the three kits are now on their way to me and it's nice to know what's coming.
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on May 26, 2023, 05:58:29 PM: Quote from: enathan on May 24, 2023, 10:14:33 PM
Thanks for the review on th AGO C.IVs Brad, the three kits are now on their way to me and it's nice to know what's coming.

Many thanks Enathan - glad to know the review was helpful!

Cheers!

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on May 26, 2023, 06:00:23 PM: Hi everyone,

I am pleased to present our next review, the Special Hobby 1/72 CAC CA-9 Wirraway, reviewed by our own Zac Yates (Kiwizac)!

(https://i.imgur.com/8oR66pn.jpg)

The review is here:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13838.0

Many thanks again to Special Hobby for the review sample!

Please support those that support our forum!
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on June 02, 2023, 07:29:40 PM: Hi all,

Tonight I am pleased to present our next review, the Kovozávody Prostějov 1/72 LVG C.VI "In Polish Service"

(https://i.imgur.com/Nl3u976.jpg)

The review is here:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13848.0

This is an excellent looking little kit of this well know warhorse. Check out the review!

Many thanks to KP for the review sample!

Please support those that support our forum!
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: WD on June 03, 2023, 09:03:52 AM: Great review Brad! It looks like a great kit. KP has certainly been on fire in the last couple of years when it comes to German two-seaters.

Warren
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on June 10, 2023, 10:45:28 AM: Hi all,

Today I am please to present Zac Yates' (Kiwizac's) review of the Kotare 1/32 Spitfire Mk 1a (mid):

(https://i.imgur.com/qYArUc2.jpg)

The link to the review is here -

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13853.0

Many thanks to Kotare for the review sample!

Please support those that support our forum!
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on June 18, 2023, 09:05:31 AM: Hello all,

Today we continue our reviews of subjects that may be of wider interest to aviation modellers; I am pleased to present an in-box review of the Special Hobby 1/72 Northrop Delta 1D/1E kit:

(https://i.imgur.com/tAK1TgW.jpg)

The link to the build review is here -

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13861.0

Many thanks to Special Hobby for the review sample!

Please support those that support our forum!
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on June 25, 2023, 08:02:16 AM: Hello all,

Today we continue our reviews of subjects that may be of wider interest to aviation modellers; I am pleased to present an in-box review of the Special Hobby 1/72 DH.100 Vampire FB.6 ‘Pinocchio Nose’, reviewed by Zac Yates (KiwiZac).

(https://i.imgur.com/7en1EZd.jpg)

The link to the build review is here -

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13871.0

Many thanks to Zac for another great review, and to Special Hobby for the review sample!

Please support those that support our forum!
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on July 09, 2023, 05:37:22 PM: Hello everyone!

I am pleased to present an in-box review of the Special Hobby 1/72 Supermarine Sea Otter Mk.I/ASR Mk.II 'Foreign Service':

(https://i.imgur.com/DMzSiCh.jpg)

The link to the build review of this interesting little sea plane is here -

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13912.0

Many thanks to Special Hobby for the review sample!

Please support those that support our forum!
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on July 15, 2023, 12:28:02 PM: Greetings all!

Today I am pleased to present an in-box review of the Special Hobby 1/72 P-40D Warhawk / Kittyhawk Mk.I "Four Guns" boxing:

(https://i.imgur.com/PqS2kSa.jpg)

The link to the review of this interesting and not often seen variant of the P-40 is here:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13923.0

Many thanks to Special Hobby for the review sample!

Please support those that support our forum!
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: KiwiZac on July 16, 2023, 07:30:24 AM: I'm a big P-40 fan (and the Special Hobby kits are terrific representations) but the P-40D has always been a bit of a blindspot in my knowledge, so I'm eager to read this.
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: WD on July 17, 2023, 10:23:19 AM: Quote from: KiwiZac on July 16, 2023, 07:30:24 AM
I'm a big P-40 fan (and the Special Hobby kits are terrific representations) but the P-40D has always been a bit of a blindspot in my knowledge, so I'm eager to read this.

Me too! I heard someone say the other day that it was our "Hurricane". :) Like you, the D is a big blind spot for me too. I've so far stock-piled three of the SH kits and hope to get more.

BTW, GREAT review Brad!

Warren
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on July 20, 2023, 07:12:29 PM: Hello everyone!

I am very pleased today to present our own Lance Carroll's eagerly awaited in-box review of the new Roden 1/32 1 1/2 Strutter 'Two Seat Fighter' boxing.

(https://i.imgur.com/dXorOxu.jpg)

The link to Lance's excellent review is here -

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13934.0

Our sincerest thanks to Roden for the review sample!

Please support those that support our forum!
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: pepperman42 on July 22, 2023, 02:20:57 AM: Great review. Combined with the builds going on and the Aviattic cowling/decals this is rising on my to buy list.

Steve
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: RAGIII on July 22, 2023, 03:54:09 AM: Quote from: pepperman42 on July 22, 2023, 02:20:57 AM
Great review. Combined with the builds going on and the Aviattic cowling/decals this is rising on my to buy list.

Steve

I agree about the review, Kens and Sandys' build are tempting Me to do another 8)
RAGIII
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on July 30, 2023, 08:26:22 AM: Greetings all,

I am pleased to present our latest in-box review, this one from Zac Yates (Kiwizac), the Special Hobby 1/48 Spitfire Mk.Vc "Overseas Jockeys".

(https://i.imgur.com/cZeWmDb.jpg)

The review is here -

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13949.0

Our sincerest thanks to Special Hobby for the review sample!

Please support those that support our forum!
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Dave W on August 07, 2023, 06:01:20 PM: Hi folks

I'm delighted to present our latest kit review, the Copper State Models 1/32 scale Bristol Scout type C.

(https://i.postimg.cc/brDyhYwB/Bristol-Scout-type-C.jpg)

This is a spectacular kit and my review can be read at this link:

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=13963.0

Our sincere thanks to Copper State Models for the review sample and their valued support of our Forum.

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Rookie on August 08, 2023, 12:01:42 AM: Good to have you back Dave!

Willem
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: pepperman42 on August 08, 2023, 09:04:34 AM: Great review. Glad you could get it out to us!

Steve
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on August 27, 2023, 08:42:21 AM: Hello all,

I am pleased today to present our latest in-box review, this time, the recently released LVG C.VI and 5 colour lozenge set from KP:

(https://i.imgur.com/5XbFwX9.jpg)

The review is here - https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14001.0

Go check it out :)

Many thanks to KP for the samples!

Please support those that support our forum!
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on September 10, 2023, 08:27:44 AM: Hello everyone,

Today I am pleased to present our latest in box review of the 1/72 Special Hobby A-20G Havoc!

(https://i.imgur.com/X3PyhGV.jpg)

The review of this interesting subject is here - https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14032.0

Our sincere thanks to Special Hobby for the review sample, and their strong and ongoing support of our forum.

Please support those that support our forum!

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on September 15, 2023, 07:30:35 AM: Hi all,

I am pleased to present our latest inbox review, the Special Hobby 1/48 Airspeed Oxford Mk.I “Gunner Trainer”.

(https://i.imgur.com/UtXxepU.jpg)

The review of this interesting and important training aircraft is here - https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14041.0

Our sincere thanks to Special Hobby for the review sample, and their strong and ongoing support of our forum.

Please support those that support our forum!

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on November 06, 2023, 05:47:15 PM: Hello everyone,

After a short hiatus, I am very pleased to present our latest in box review, this time the very new 1/72 Special Hobby F-84F Thunderstreak. This kit was only released last month, so that's a super-fresh kit for your viewing pleasure!

(https://i.imgur.com/c98Lzq4.jpg)

The review is here -

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14154.0

Our sincere thanks to Special Hobby for the review sample, and their strong and ongoing support of our forum.

Please support those that support our forum!

We've had a recent delivery of review kits come in, so expect another steady stream of kit over the coming weeks.

Thanks!

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on November 15, 2023, 06:24:13 PM: Hello esteemed forum members!

Today I am extremely pleased to welcome Eduard back into the review cycle - this time, I would like to present my in box review of the recently released Eduard 1/48 Sopwtih 2F.1 Camel, the naval version of Sopwith's ferocious little fighter!

(https://i.imgur.com/1mAWgak.jpg)

We also get to provide a sneaky little review of the Brassin Lewis Gun set designed for this kit!

(https://i.imgur.com/GoxUFPg.jpg)

The kit review is here - https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14171.0

This is a wonderful little kit, and I recommend you check out the review.

Our sincerest thanks to Eduard for the review sample.

Please support those that support our forum!

Cheers!

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on December 02, 2023, 04:14:47 PM: Greetings all!

I am pleased to present to you today our latest in-box review of the newly released Special Hobby 1/72 Aero A-12 inter-war biplane:

(https://i.imgur.com/fR9aFQ3.jpg)

The kit review of this neat little bomber (and record breaking racing aircraft) is here -

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14197.0

Many thanks to Special Hobby for their ongoing support to our forum!

Please support those that support our forum!

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on December 10, 2023, 08:30:07 AM: Hello everyone!

Today I am pleased to present an 'international' review team of Zac Yates and myself for our review of the recently re-released 1/48 Fokker D.VII (OAW) variant:

(https://i.imgur.com/ZzZ4f7O.jpg)

Zac has kindly reviewed the kit, whereas I have added a short review based on my build of this kit from a few years back.

(https://i.imgur.com/dKIHEHO.jpg)

The review is here -

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14211.0

Many thanks to Eduard for the review sample and their ongoing support to our forum!

Please support those that support our forum!

Thanks all,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on December 18, 2023, 10:51:41 PM: Hi all,

I am pleased to present today an in-box review of the re-release of an Eduard favourite, kit 8162, the Fokker Dr.1 profipack edition!

(https://i.imgur.com/qY5xmfU.jpg)

As part of the review, I am also very pleased to present my build review of the kit, based on my experience building this kit back in 2022.

(https://i.imgur.com/jIHADYX.jpg)

The review is here - https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14228.0

Many thanks to Eduard for the review sample and their ongoing support to our forum!

Please support those that support our forum!

Thanks all,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on January 01, 2024, 11:14:48 AM: Hello everyone, and a happy new year to you all!

I am pleased to present today our first in-box review of 2024, the Special Hobby 1/72 Potez 25A2 "Jupiter Version":

(https://i.imgur.com/i4BF5uV.jpg)

The kit review of this interesting subject is here - https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14236.0

Many thanks to Special Hobby for their ongoing support to our forum (and for their ongoing support into 2024)!

Please support those that support our forum!

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on January 14, 2024, 08:13:13 AM: Greetings all!

Today I am very pleased to present a mammoth in-box review of a mammoth aircraft - the Special Hobby 1/72 Short Sunderland Mk.III "U-Boat Killers"!

(https://i.imgur.com/tJm7naN.jpg)

This is a BIG model with a huge parts count - hence I have included almost 40 photos of the various sprues, resin, and decals.

The review is here - https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14258.0

This kit will definitely be an impressive addition to the display cabinet - check it out! :)

Many thanks to Special Hobby for their ongoing support to our forum!

Please support those that support our forum!

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on January 23, 2024, 06:29:28 PM: Hi everyone!

I'm pleased today to present our next in-box review, the Special Hobby 1/48 Grunau Baby IIb glider!

(https://i.imgur.com/LP8eyJB.jpg)

This is quite an interesting little kit, and definitely something different from the normal. It promises to be a simple build with some nice shelf presence. Check out the review, here -

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14272.0

Many thanks to Special Hobby for their ongoing support to our forum!

Please support those that support our forum!

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on February 02, 2024, 04:25:18 PM: Hi all,

I am pleased to present our latest in-box review, the 1/72 Special Hobby KI-43-II "Japan's Allies":

(https://i.imgur.com/GTWMqm9.jpg)

The review of this nice little kit is here - https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14281.0

Many thanks to Special Hobby for their ongoing support to our forum!

Please support those that support our forum!

Cheers,

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Rookie on February 04, 2024, 05:02:03 AM: Hi Brad,
I know this is not the place, but could you please contact me?

Thanks,
Willem
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on February 04, 2024, 05:51:34 AM: Quote from: Rookie on February 04, 2024, 05:02:03 AM
Hi Brad,
I know this is not the place, but could you please contact me?

Thanks,
Willem

No problems, PM sent :)
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on February 11, 2024, 07:00:49 AM: Hi everyone!

Today I am pleased to present Lance Carroll's in-box review of the 1/32 Roden 1 1/2 Strutter "Comic Fighter" -

(https://i.imgur.com/SgkZPkM.jpg)

The review of this kit is here - https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14296.0

Check it out :)

Many thanks to Roden for their ongoing support to our forum!

Please support those that support our forum!
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on February 17, 2024, 02:27:40 PM: Hi all - today I present Zac Yates' review of the Special Hobby 1/48 AF-2 Guardian "Fire Bomber" -

(https://i.imgur.com/rM9cZb3.jpg)

The review of this interesting aircraft type is here -

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14302.0

Many thanks to Special Hobby for their ongoing support to our forum!

Please support those that support our forum!
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on February 24, 2024, 04:56:13 PM: Hi everyone!

Today I am pleased to present Zac Yates' in-box review of the Special Hobby 1/72 Seafire F/FR Mk. 46 ‘No. 1832 Squadron’:

(https://i.imgur.com/EuSORIc.jpg)

Zac's review of this interesting Spitfire variant is here -

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14312.0

Many thanks to Special Hobby for their ongoing support to our forum!

Please support those that support our forum!
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on March 01, 2024, 04:46:14 PM: Hello all,

Today I am pleased to present Zac Yates' in box review of the Special Hobby 1/72 Kittyhawk Mk.IV ‘Over the Mediterranean and the Pacific’:

(https://i.imgur.com/V8sOLe2.jpg)

Please see Zac's review of this addition to the Special Hobby line of Kitty Hawk kits here -

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14315.0

Many thanks to Special Hobby for their ongoing support to our forum!

Please support those that support our forum!
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on April 16, 2024, 07:41:35 PM: Hi all - super quick note to let you know that reviews will recommence here within the next week or so, now that I am back on deck.

I am currently reaching out to some of our sponsors to see if they have any news for us on future releases and review items, stay tuned! :)

Lastly, for those that have not seen it, I have made a broader announcement about where the future of the forum may be headed (it's tucked away in the announcements section so might not be obvious to everyone) post the passing of Dave Wilson. The post is here -

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14381.0

Note that I am very keen on your thoughts / ideas on how we can best present products and news to you all. Please jump in an leave me your thoughts on any aspect of the announcement over in that thread.

Thanks!

BC
Title: Re: New Kits and Accessories Reviewed!
Post by: Brad Cancian on April 20, 2024, 08:48:26 AM: Hi everyone - I am pleased to be able to recommence our kit reviews! Today, I present Zac Yates' in box review of the Special Hobby 1/48 J-3 "Cub Goes to War":

(https://i.imgur.com/ZraEViz.jpg)

Please see the review, here -

https://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=14391.0

Many thanks to Special Hobby for their ongoing support to our forum!

Please support those that support our forum!