April 26, 2008

We are saddened to report the passing of Laurie Wright, a pioneer in the field of military vehicle research, and Mick Bell, another military research stalwart and modeller.  Paul Handel has written a brief tribute to Laurie and Mick.

With Anzac Day 2008 upon us, and with two excellent new Staghound kits in 1/35 scale, Paul Handel's timing is perfect for his new Anzac Steel article on the Staghound Armoured Car in Australian Service.

Dr Hilton de Mello e Oliveira presents his diorama of Italeri's 1/35 scale Quad tractor, captured and converted to an anti-aircraft vehicle for the Afrika Corps. Six images are included.

Andrew Argent brings us two images of his 1/35 scale diorama, "They'll Be Back".

Kuniyuki Takeuchi has sent five images of his Chilean 1/35 scale M-60 Sherman based on Tamiya's M4 plus parts from Academy's M-51.

Cookie Sewell reviews three recent releases:

• Dragon's 1/35 scale Sherman Mk. III Mid-Production Sicily

• “Weapons of War” Series; The 2-Pounder Anti-Tank Gun in Canadian Service by Doug Knight

• Two 1/35 scale vinyl mantelets and a 20 Pdr gun barrel replacement for AFV Club's Centurion kits

...and don't forget to check out the great work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too

April 19, 2008

Jay Laverty presents an article and seven images of his big 1/16 scale Calibre Models KV-2 754 (r).

Gustavo A. Gonza brings us six images of his 1/35 scale Dragon Panzer IV Ausf. E in the Gallery.

On Testor's ScaleWorkshop, I have posted three images of my Tamiya 1/35 scale Hetzer kit.

Cookie Sewell reviews Italeri's 1/35 scale Sd.Kfz. 140 “Gepard” Flakpanzer 38(t). The review includes nine images of the kit parts, decals and box top.

Al Bowie examines the recent book from Squadron, "Tank Warfare on Iwo Jima" by David E. Harper. Images of the cover and two sample pages are included.

...and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target" Forum.

April 12, 2008

Steve Zaloga presents MiniArt's 1/35 scale SU-76M in a new article with five images.

Patrice Wandrol brings us five photos of his 1/35 scale diorama, "Breakthrough at El Alamein".

Len Philpot has sent 14 images of his 1/35 scale diorama "M4 Sherman Po River" based on Verlinden's sunken Sherman hull.

Luke Pitt reviews three recent releases from Voyager Model - photo-etched detail sets for M4A1 Sherman and Tamiya's Sd.Kfz. 222, plus a cast brass .50 cal ammo box set.

Cookie Sewell examines several new releases:

• Dragon's Armor Pro series 1/72 scale Sd.Kfz. 251/2 Ausf. D mit Wurfrahmen 40

• AFV Club 1/35 scale Kit No. 35124; IDF Shot Kal 1973

...and don't forget to check out the great work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too

April 5, 2008

Ray Blythe presents a new Construction Feature on his AlBy 1/35 scale Marder I "Lorraine Schlepper". 26 imagea are included.

Luke Pitt reviews Gaso.Line's new 1/48 scale Panzerschreck Team; Kubelwagen Tank Cold Starter set and Fuel Barrels. Images of the resin parts are included in Luke's review.

Tonight I examine Schatton Modellbau's 1/48 scale 21 cm Nebel Werfer 42, including images of the resin, brass and copper parts.

Andrew Judson reviews Italeri's 1/35 scale DUKW "British Royal Army" release, including images of the plastic parts, the decals and box top.

Cookie Sewell reviews Dragon's 1/35 scale 10.5 cm Sturmhaubitze 42 Ausf. G with Zimmerit, including an image of the box top.

Cookie also examines the new book from Service Publications, "The M38A1 1/4 Ton Truck in Canadian Service", including an image of the front cover.

Taesung Harmms from Alpine Miniarures has announced three new figures:

• 35063 - Kurt Meyer
• 35064 - SS Grenadier LAH Kharkov
• 35065 - SS Officers LAH Kharkov Set #2 (2 figures)

For more info and pics, please visit Alpine Miniatures's website.

...and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target" Forum.

March 16, 2008

Huang He has sent five images of his 1/35 scale Tamiya Kubelwagen Type 82 for the Gallery.

Krasimir Stefanov presents five images of his 1/72 scale Revell ATF Dingo armoured car.

Bob Leonard brings us two images of his 1/35 scale Leopard AS1 converted from Italeri's 1A4 kit.

Today I review Masters Productions' 1/48 scale M4A2 Conversion for Tamiya's Sherman kits. Images of the resin parts are included.

Andrew Judson examines Voyager's three big detail sets for AFV Club's 1/35 scale M1126 Stryker. Images of the photo-etched and mutli-media parts are included.

Cookie Sewell reviews cyber-hobby.com's 1/35 scale T-34 Factory No. 112 Early Production 3-in-1 kit, including an image of the box art.

On HyperScale, John Wilkes reviews and builds MasterCasters' 1/32 scale modern RAF Pilot. John has included two images of his built and painted figure with the review.

Chris Mrosko has let us know that New World Miniatures' website is now fully operational and taking orders.

...and don't forget to check out the great work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too

March 2, 2008

Steve Zaloga's presents a new article on building AFV Club's brand new 1/35th Scale M5A1 Light Tank. Six images are included.

Gabor Fodor & Attila Baranyai brings us five images of their 1/35 scale M915A1 Line Haul Tractor & M872 Trailer from Minimanfactory.

Johson Liang has sent four images of Dragon's 1/35 scale T-34 Model 1940 in an interesting three-colour scheme.

Accurate Armour has sent information about several new releases:

• Hillman 'Tilly' complete kit (K172)
• CHURCHILL 'TOAD' Heavy Flail Tank Conversion (For Tamiya Churchill 7) (C066)
• CONWAY 120mm Tank Destroyer Conversion (For AFV Club Centurion) (C042)

Accurate Armour has also updated their new projects page with the following forthcoming releases:

• CHIEFTAIN ARRV Mk-7 Conversion (For Tamiya Chieftain) (C068)
• FV432 Mk-3 BULLDOG APC complete kit (K172)

...and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target" Forum.

February 23, 2008

Dr Hilton de Mello e Oliveira returns with a 1/35 scale diorama of Tamiya's Horch 1A fitted with a 20mm AA gun in a desert setting.

Andrew Judson reviews, builds and paints Trumpeter's new 1/16 scale Russian Tanker figure. FIve images are included.

Steven Kubik examines an alternative product to Super Glue called Gator Glue.

Cookie Sewell reviews two new kits:

• Peolini Designs 1/48 scale Dodge WC-54 Ambulance Type 2

• Miniart 1/35 scale SU-76M Soviet SP Gun with Crew

...and don't forget to check out the great work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too

February 16, 2008

Dr Hilton de Mello e Oliveira returns with a 1/35 scale diorama of Tamiya's Sd.Kfz.223 in a desert setting.

Miki Shimizu presents eight images of his 1/35 scale Italeri Demag D7 Pak 38 in the Gallery.

Brian Alfano brings us five images of his 1/35 scale M30 Cargo Carrier conversion from Academy's M12k kit.

Luke Pitt reviews Voyager Models' 1/35 scale cast and photo-etched brass .50 cal Machine Gun Update, including two images of the parts.

Saul Garcia reviews and assembles Alpine Miniatures' 1/35 scale German Officer #1, a resin figure which includes two optional heads. Six images accompany Saul's text.

Cookie Sewelll examines two recent books in the "Weapons of War" series, including images of the front covers:

• The Staghound in Canadian Service

• The Bobcat APC in Canadian Service

...and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target" Forum.

February 9, 2008

Chris Wauchop presents a new article on his 1/35 scale Tasca Sherman Vc Firefly. Ten images are included.

Ricks Sung has seven images of his 1/35 scale RPM Renault FT-17 in the Gallery.

Dr Hilton de Mello e Oliveira brings us a short article on his 1/48 scale Tamiya Steyr 1500A/01 in a desert diorama setting.

Glen Porter reviews three new wargaming sets from Italeri in 1/72 scale - a Jeep, a Pak 40 with crew and a Zis-3 76mm gun with crew. Images of the kit parts and boxes are included in the review.

Luke Pitt examines two recent burnt-out and steel wheel sets from Voyager for 1/35 scale T-34 models.

Cookie Sewell reviews Dragon's all-new 1/35 ScalePz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. F1(F) - Smart Kit, including an image of the box art.

...and don't forget to check out the great work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too

February 2, 2008

Stefan Szymanski presents 17 images of his 1/72 scale Hasegawa Morser Karl in the Gallery, including construction photos.

Sang Kyu Cho brings us five images of his 1/35 scale diorama entitled "Baghdad Story".

On Testor's ScaleWorkshop, I have also posted a few photos of my completed 1/48 scale Tamiya Jeep.

Glen Porter reviews Cromwell Models' 1/72 scale Australian Centurion Mk. V/1 with Vietnam Modifications, including seven images of the kit's resin parts.

Andrew Judson examines Trumpeter's 1/35 scale German sFH 18 15cm Field Howitzer.

Mike Starmer reviews the recent book from Capricorn Publications, "A30 Challenger Tank", including an image of the cover.

Taesung Harmms from Alpine Miniarures has announced three new figures:

• 5060 - 12 SS "HJ" Grenadier NCO: MSRP $16.50 USD
• 35061 - 12 SS "HJ" Grenadier: MSRP $16.50 USD
• 35062 - 12 SS "HJ" Grenadier Set (2 figs): MSRP $32.00 USD

For more info and pics, please visit Alpine Miniatures's website.

...and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target" Forum.

January 19, 2008

Uwe Henning's scratch built 1/15 scale Panther Ausf. A in the Gallery.

Huang He presents five images of his 1/35 scale Tamiya T-55A in the Gallery.

Luke Pitt reviews Voyager Models' 1/35 scale Hummel and Nashorn detail sets and brass ammunition.

Rob Baumgartner examines Panzer Tracts No 3-2 Panzerkampfwagen III Ausf. E, F, G und H created Thomas Jentz and Hilary Louis Doyle, including an image of the front cover.

Rob also reviews RMG Products' 1/35 scale tow cables and barbed wire, including images of all the products.

...and don't forget to check out the great work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too

January 13, 2008

Carlos Blanco is back in the Gallery with 12 images of Tamiya's 1/35 M20 Armored Utility Vehicle.

Gheorghe Florea presents six images of his 1/35 scale Zvezda ZIS-151 Soviet Truck in the Gallery.

T. Koorneef brings us six images of his Tamiya 1/35 scale Char B bis.

Al Bowie reviews seven recent photo-etched releases - Voyager Model Update Sets for Sherman III / M4A2, M4 Mortar Carrier and Sunflowers (PE 35139, 35135, 35166; PEA 101, 102; TE 025, 026). Images of the parts on models are included.

Cookie Sewell examines the latest releases from Dragon and cyber-hobby:

• cyber-hobby.com 1/35 scale StuG III Ausf. G auf Fgst. Pz. III Ausf. M w/deep-wading muffler

• Dragon 1/35 Scale 7.5 cm PaK 40 with Heer Gun Crew

• Dragon 1/35 Scale British 8th Army Infantry, El Alamein 1942

Over on HyperScale, Matt Swan's review of the Special Hobby 1/48 scale H-21 Shawnee "Flying Banana" may be of interest to Vietnam era diorama modellers.

...and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target" Forum.

January 5, 2008

Steve Zaloga presents Tamiya's brand new IS-2 Soviet Heavy Tank in a new article with six images.

Mark A. Natola brings us two images of his 1/35 scale Tamiya Sd.Kfz. 7 in the Gallery.

Ivan Loera has sent five images of his 1/35 scale M110 in South Korean service, converted from the Italeri kit.

Luke Pitt reviews Trumpeter's new 1/35 scale PT-76 Amphibious Tank Model 1951, including images of the kit's plastic and photo-etched parts, box art and decals.

Glen Porter examines Italeri's new 1/72 scale Autoblinda AS 41 armoured car, including images of the kit parts, marking guide, decals and box top.

Tonight I review Ultracast's new 1/35 scale Canadian / British Tank Crewmen Northern Europe / Italy 1942-45, plus a new British Jerry Can set. Images of all the sets are included.

...and don't forget to check out the great work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too

January 1, 2008

Ivan Loera presents five images of his 1/35 scale M47E1 in Spanish service, kitbashed from Italeri and Academy kits.

Steven Loxham brings us four images of his 1/35 scale Revell Scorpion CVRT.

Over on Testor's Scaleworkshop, I have posted a couple of photos of my completed 1/48 scale GMC Type F3 Airfield Fuel Truck, based on Tamiya's kit with Gaso.Line's conversion.

Luke Pitt reviews Trumpeter's 1/35 scale E-10 "paper project" German tank destroyer, including images of the kit parts and links to several models being built on Constructive Comments.

Al Bowie examines the new book from Dennis Oliver and Mike Starmer, The New Breed – North Africa Colour and Markings series. Images of the cover and several sample pages, including profiles, are included.

Cookie Sewell reviews several of Dragon's latest releases:

• Dragon 1/35 scale Pz.Kpfw. III Ausf. N Smart Kit

• Dragon 1/35 scale Flakpanzer 38(t) Sd.Kfz. 140 auf (Sf) Ausf. L "Gepard"

...and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target" Forum.

December 23, 2007

Roger Fabrocini kicks us off tonight with a Feature Article on his 1/72 scale Dragon T-34/85 Model 1944, including 16 images.

Gary Smith has sent five images of his 1/35 scale Sturmgeschutz III Ausf. F diorama for the Gallery.

Also in the Gallery, Bernard Cayol presents two images of his 1/32 scale Afrika Corps figure from Elysena.

Rob Baumgartner reviews Osprey Publishing's new book, Modelling the Panzer IV by Tom Cockle and Gary Edmundson. Images of the front cover and a sample photo are included.

Cookie Sewell examines three new releases from Dragon:

• Dragon 1/35 scale Jagdpanther Ausf. G Early Production - Smart Kit

• Dragon 1/72 scale 10.5 cm Sturmhaubitze 42 Ausf. G

• Dragon 1/72 scale M2A3 Bradley

...and don't forget to check out the great work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too

December 15, 2007

Steve Zaloga treats us to five images, a description and an assessment of the brand new 1/35 scale Academy M7 Priest 105mm Howitzer Motor Carriage.

Mark Cooper and Mark Bannerman build the new Sovereign 2000 1/35 scale Humber Mk.I Armoured Car. Four images are included.

Jay Laverty presents his 1/48 scale Tiger I Early Version, recently released by AFV Club. Four images are included.

Tonight I review Italeri's brand new 1/35 scale Staghound Mk.I Late Version  armoured car, including images of the kit plastic, photo-etch, turned metal barrel, decals and box top.

I also examine Gaso.Line's 1/48 scale crew figures for Tamiya's GMC truck. Images of the resin parts and cover photo, plus the assembled figures in place, are included.

Luke Pitt reviews the new book in the Panzer Tracts series -  Panzerkampfwagen II Ausf. G, H, L and M by Thomas Jentz and Hilary Doyle. An image of the front cover is included.

...and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target" Forum.

December 8, 2007

Mark Cooper and Mark Bannerman rework Italeri's 1/35 scale Crusader Mk.II. Four images are included.

Seisaku Shigenobu presents four images of his 1/35 scale Tamiya King Tiger.

Also in the Gallery are five images of Maza Takahashi's 1/35 scale Tristar Pz.Kpfw. 38(t) diorama.

Today I review and assemble Gaso.Line's 1/48 scale GMC Type 3 Airfield Fuel Truck conversion. Images of the resin parts plus construction photos are included in the review.

Adam O'Brien examines the new book from Mushroom Model Publications, ISAAF Vehicles Afghanistan 2007 - Kabul & Kandahar Area by Dick Taylor. Images of the cover and two sample pages are included.

Cookie Sewell has been busy reviewing the latest Dragon cyber-hobby releases:

• 1/72 scale Porsche King Tiger with Zimmerit

• 1/35 scale Porsche King Tiger with Zimmerit

• 1/72 scale M3A2 Bradley ODS w/ERA

• 1/35 scale Raketenwerfer auf Pz.Kpfw. IV

• 1/35 scale T-34/76 STZ Model 1942 2-in-1

...and don't forget to check out the great work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too

December 2, 2007

Andrew Judson presents eight images and a description of his 1/35 scale Dragon / cyberhobby Stu.Kan.auf Pz.Kpfw.38(t).

Peter Arpad returns, this time with four photos of his 1/35 scale Italeri DUKW with 105mm Howitzer in the Gallery.

Siim Suurkaev brings us seven images of his 1/35 scale Pak 40 75mm anti-tank gun, attractively cobbled together from Italeri, Tamiya and other parts.

Luke Pitt reviews Rest Models' 1/48 scale Pre WWII Soviet Officer and Civilian Woman figure set, including images of the resin parts and box top.

Luke also examines the recent book from Ian Allan Publishing, Red Ball Express - Supply Line from the D-Day Beaches, by Pat Ware including an image of the cover.

Glen Porter reviews Roden's 1/72 scale Pak 40 75mm gun, including images of the plastic parts, marking options and box.

...and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target" Forum.

November 24, 2007

Cheng Ping presents five images of his 1/35 scale diorama, "Abandoned - France 1940".

Herman Cheng brings us his 1/35 scale KV-8 conversion based on Tamiya's kit. Seven images are included.

Luke Pitt reviews Rest Models' beautiful new 1/48 scale Quad Maxim anti-aircraft gun with three crew figures, including images of the resin parts, photo-etched fret and the box top.

Glen Porter reviews Dragon's 1/72 scale Sturmgeschutz III Ausf. G, Early Production, including images of the kit parts, decals and box top.

Ian Roberston reports on their latest 1/32 scale pre-built Opel Truck and Maultier Half-Track from Twenty-first Century Toys. Ian has taken eight photos of these models with a scenic background.

Taesung Harms has sent images and information about Alpine Miniatures' brand new November releases in 1/35 scale.

J.B. Wholesalers has sent images and information about Trumpeter's next batch of military vehicle releases, including a 1/35 scale PT-76B and three small scale KV Soviet tanks.

IPMS Philippines Bert Anido has a report and images of the sprues from Trumpeter's 1/35 scale LAV-AT.

...and don't forget to check out the great work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too

November 18, 2007

Jay Laverty presents his 1/35 scale Bronco Humber Scout Car Mk.I finished in disruptive camouflage. Four images of this new model are included.

Peter Arpad brings us three images of his 1/35 scale Tamiya JGSD Light Armored Vehicle in a new diorama entitled "Samawara City. Iraq".

Detlef Fröhlich has sent five images of his 1/35 scale Italeri AS-42 Sahariana for the Gallery.

Al Bowie reviews Steve Zaloga's latest Osprey Modelling title, "Modelling the US Army M4 (76mm) Sherman Medium Tank". Eight images of sample pages are included.

Al also examines Italeri's 1/35 scale Pak 97/38 anti-tank gun with crew, including images of the kit parts.

Quarter Kit has sent Preview images of new 1/48 scale releases from Gaso.Line, including fuel truck and shelter truck conversions for Tamiya's Deuce and a Half, and various related figures.

Tonight I review Voyager's 1/35 scale photo-etched detail sets for Tamiya's 1/35 scale mid-production Hetzer and Dragon's 75mm Stu.Kab.Auf Pz.Kpfw.38(t). Images of the photo-etched and resin parts in place on the models are included.

...and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target" Forum.

November 9, 2007

I arrived in the UK yesterday and will be attending the IPMS UK Nationals, ScaleModelworld, at Telford this weekend. I will look forward to catching up with many of Missing-Lynx's visitors in the coming days. When I am not prowling the corridors I will be based on the ADH Publishing stand. Come and say hello!

November 3, 2007

Steve Zaloga opens proceedings with Tasca's brand new 1/35 scale M4A1 Mid Production Sherman. Four images of Steve's Sherman under construction and completed are included.

Jorge Paz presents five images of his 1/35 scale Tamiya Wespe in the Gallery.

Lars Richter brings us six images of his 1/35 scale Revell BTR-70.

Al Bowie reviews Trumpeter's new 1/35 scale LAV – R Light Armoured Vehicle Recovery (USMC), including 20 images of the parts, the decals and the box top. Al's review also includes an Errata supplied by the authors.

Al also examines the new Concord book, "British Armour in Sicily & Italy" by Dennis Oliver, with an image of the cover plus six sample pages.

Glen Porter reviews Italeri's 1/72 scale KV-1 Model 1941, including images of the all the kit parts and box top.

Cookie Sewell reviews Dragon's new 1/35 scale Heuschreke IVb "Grasshopper".

...and check out the great work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too - you'll always find plenty of inspiration there!

October 27, 2007

Anthony Sheedy presents five images of his 1/35 scale superdetailed Dragon King Tiger in the Gallery.

Detlef Fröhlich brings us four images of his 1/35 scale Tamiya Sturmgeschutz III Ausf. G.

Shih-Hua Lin has four images of his Academy 1/35 scale Stuart Honey in the Gallery.

Glen Porter reviews Italeri's 1/72 scale Sturmpanzer IV Brummbar, including images of the kit parts, box art and marking options.

Rob Baumgartner examines Osprey Publishing's new book, Modelling the Tiger Tank, including an image of the cover.

Jay Laverty reviews ArtOfwar's latest 1/48 scale Squad48 release, Russian Tank Crew Winter WWII, including images of the resin parts for all three figures

Over on HyperScale, Jay has also checked out an ultrasonic cleaner from Cammett, including images of the device in action.

...and don't forget to catch the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target" Forum.

October 20, 2007

C.T. Wong presents five images of his 1/35 scale M1A1 Abrams TUSK in the Gallery.

David Coyne has five photos of Italeri's 1/35 scale SWS with 3.7cm Flak

Glen Porter reviews Italeri's new 1/72 scale AS 42 Sahariana, including images of the kit parts, decals and box top.

Jay Laverty examines Accurate Armour's new 1/48 scale Scammel Pioneer 2V/2S Heavy Recovery Tractor. Jay has included images of all the kit's multimedia parts and the box top.

Taesung Harms has sent images and information about Alpine Miniatures' brand new October releases in 1/35 scale.

Cookie Sewell reviews Academy's brand new 1/35 scale M7 Priest, including an image of the box art and two reference photos.

...and check out the great work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too - you'll always find plenty of inspiration there!

October 14, 2007

Spencer Pollard presents four images of his new 1/35 scale Dragon Sturmgeschutz III Ausf. G in the Gallery.

Huang He has sent six images of his brand new 1/48 scale Tamiya Jeep.. er, or should I say Light Vehicle.

I have also reviewed Tamiya's 1/48 scale WWII US Army Infantry At Rest set, which includes the abovementioned "Light Vehicle". 11 images of the sprues for the Jeep, the accessories and the figures are included.

Stefan Szymanski brings us ten images of his MGM 1/72 scale Skoda Mörser M11 30,5cm & Daimler M17 "Radschlepper"

Luke Pitt reviews Gaso.Line's 1/48 scale Ka-Mi amphibious Japanese tank, including images of all the resin parts and the box top.

Cookie Sewell examines three of Dragon's newest releases:

• 1/35 scale Henschel King Tiger with Zimmerit

• 1/35 scale Panzer II Ausf. F

• 1/72 scale StuG III Ausf G

...and don't forget to check out the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx' "Time on Target" Forum.

October 6, 2007

Henry Liu has sent eight images of AFV Club's 1/35 scale M1126 Stryker for the Gallery.

Harvey Low presents four photos of his full size LS WWII Japanese Nambu Pistol model in the Gallery.

Marián Bartúnek brings us five images of his 1/35 scale Tamiya Sd.Kfz. 223 in the Gallery.

Luke Pitt reviews Trumpeter's brand new 1/35 scale Entwicklungsfahrzeug E-25. 22 images of the kit parts, decals and box top are included.

Al Bowie examines Italeri's 1/35 scale Bofors 40mm gun, with photos of the parts on the spue, and his own built and primed example. Some figure comparison photos are also included.

Adam O'Brien reviews Blue Steel 3 – M113 Carriers in South Lebanon, including images of the front cover and two sample pages.

Warship modellers may be interested to read Rodger Kelly's HyperScale review of a new book from Specialty Press, "US Naval Vessels - A Military Photo Logbook, Volume 1", including images of the cover and sample pages.

Check out the great work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too - you'll always find plenty of inspiration there!

September 30, 2007

Sylvain Couture presents Dragon's 1/35 scale "Smart Kit" Panther Ausf.G, late version, in the Gallery. Seven images are included.

Peter Johanssen brings us five images of his RPM 1/35 scale FT-17.

Grayprince has sent five images of his 1/35 scale Italeri Leopard 2A5 for the Gallery.

Al Bowie examines Blue Steel IV – Sherman Tanks & APCs in Southern Lebanon by Moustafa El-Assad. Al's review includes images of the cover and four sample pages.

Saul Garcia reviews Nuts and Bolts Volume 20, "Leichter Zugkraftwagen 3 ton and variants Hanomag / Borgward Sd.Kfz,. 11"

Cookie Sewell reviews the new Dragon / cyber-hobby 1/35 scale Aufklaerungspanzer 38(t) mit 7.5 cm Kw.K

...and don't forget to check out the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx' "Time on Target" Forum.

September 23, 2007

Tony Bell presents 31 images of armour and figure model photos from the recent CapCon 2007 show in Canada for the Gallery.

Peter Espada has sent a short Feature on building his 1/35 scale Italeri AS-42 "Sahariana" with three resin crew figures.

Stefan Szymanski brings us seven images of his 1/72 scale UM Ba ZhD railway armoured car in a diorama setting.

Al Bowie reviews the new Osprey book, Sherman Firefly vs. Tiger - Normandy 1944. Al's review includes images of the cover and four sample pages.

Cookie Sewell examines the new cyber-hobby.com 1/35 scale Pz.Beob.Wg. V Ausf. D, including an image of the box top.

Glen Porter reviews Italeri's 1/72 scale Jagdpanther, including images of the kit parts, box top and marking options.

Check out the great work of Missing-Lynx's visitors on the Constructive Comments Forum too - you'll always find plenty of inspiration there!

September 16, 2007

Steve Zaloga's latest creation is a 1/35 scale Lorraine 38L & 47mm Anti-Tank Gun conversion based on Ironside & Alby kits. Five images are included with Steve's text.

Lucio Merlo presents eight images of his Tamiya 1/35 scale M60A2 finished usig AFV Club workable tracks.

Robert Frazier brings us five images of his 1/35 scale Panther diorama entitled "Sealed with a Kiss".

Cookie Sewell reviews Hasegawa's 1/48 scale FOLLOW ME Jeep, Willys MB, including an image of the kit's box top.

Cookie also examines Dragon 's 1/35 scale Panzer I Ausf. A Modified Version - Smart Kit, including an image of the front cover.

...and don't forget to check out the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx' "Time on Target" Forum.

September 8, 2007

Cheehong Ahn presents seven images of his 1/48 scale Tamiya M4 and Bandai Jeep in a diorama setting.

Michael Novosad brings us an article on building his 1/35 scale Tauro Sturmpanzerwagen A7V.

Grayprince has five photos of his 1/35 scale Dragon SS1C "SCUD B" in the Gallery.

Tonight I review Gaso-Line's 1/48 scale IS-2 Soviet Heavy Tank. This is a full kit, and the review includes images of the kit's resin parts and box top.

Glen Porter examines Roden's 1/72 scale Sd.Kfz.234/4 Pakwagen, including images of all the kit parts, box art and marking guide.

Cookie Sewell reviews the new Miniart 1/35 scale T-80 Soviet Light Tank with Crew

Over on HyperScale, I have posted a list of forthcoming Trumpeter releases which included five images of the new 1/35 scale E-10 tank destroyer, finished as two different versions (both buildable from the same box).

...and don't forget to check out the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx' "Time on Target" Forum.

September 1, 2007

Steve Zaloga kicks off tonight's update with an article on the forthcoming 1/35 scale Staghound armoured car from Bronco. Five images accompany Steve's text.

We have Preview images of one figure from the forthcoming 1/48 scale US Paratroopers set from Fox Miniatures. Five images of this remarkable figure, sculpted by Tom Meier, are included.

Al Bowie examines a new book from Ian Allan Publishing, World War II Military Vehicles - Transports and Halftracks. Seven images, of the cover and sample pages, are included.

Jay Laverty reviews the new book from The Panther Project Volume 1: Drivetrain and Hull. Jay's review includes ten images of the cover and sample pages from the book.

I was lucky enough to visit the IPMS USA Nationals last week. Over on HyperScale, Tony Bell has posted more than 300 photos of models in competition at the Nats, including some terrific armour and figure entries:

• Tony Bell's Nats Photos Part One

• Tony Bell's Nats Photos Part Two

• Tony Bell's Nats Photos Part Three

• Tony Bell's Nats Photos Part Four

I also posted a number of "Postcards from the Nats" on HyperScale, with news of new and forthcoming releases. Amongst other things, you will see photos of Italeri's forthcoming 1/35 scale Staghound and Bofors, Academy's 1/72 scale Dragon Wagon (all built up) in Postcard #3; and news and pics of the big (1/6 scale!!) "Battle Ready Armor" kits plus sprues from some forthcoming Trumpeter releases in Postcard #4.

August 18, 2007

For those attending the IPMS USA Nationals this week, I have moved the time for the Missing-Lynx "Meet and Greet" to commence at 3:15pm at the Mission Models stand to permit our visitors to attend the 2:15 seminar hosted by Stan Spooner, Marcus Nicholls & Bob Oehler on writing articles for magazines.

Mike Bishop presents Tamiya's 1/35 scale Marder III Ausf. M in the Gallery. Nine images are included.

Jaewon Choi brings us five images of his 1/35 diorama entitled "Fire and Ice".

Tonight I review Italeri's new 1/35 scale S.L.C. "Maiale", which includes two figures and a 36 page reference book. Images of the plastic and photo-etched parts, booklet and box top are included.

Cookie Sewell examines Italeri's 1/35 Scale Chevrolet 15 CWT Truck - Limited Edition (6233), including images of all the kit's plastic parts, decals and box top.

Jay Laverty reviews two Voyager Model Update Sets for Dragon 38t Series Tanks (PE 35146, 35147), including the Aufklarungs Panzer version. Six images support Jay's text.

Chris Mrosko has announced a new figure model company, New World Miniatures, which will produce resin figure kits in 1/35 scale, 54 mm and 1/16 scales. Their debut offering will be an original 1/16 scale figure by John Rosengrant of a WWII Marine in the Pacific on the corner of an M4A2 Sherman. We will provide more details in the coming weeks.

...and don't forget to check out the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx' "Time on Target" Forum.

August 11, 2007

Detlef Fröhlich has sent five images of his 1/35 scale Tamiya Wespe for the Gallery.

Matt Yates presents his 1/35 scale diorama, "British 6th Airborne in Normandy"

Fujiwara Mitsutaka brings us an image of his three 1/35 scale WWI figures from Warriors, "Caporetto 1917".

Cookie Sewell has been busy reviewing some of the latest releases:

• Italeri's 1/35 Autoblinda AB 40 Ferroviaria raiilway armoured car

• Italeri's 1/35 scale 40mm Bofors Anti Aircraft gun

• Italeri's 1/35 PAK 97/38 AT Gun with Crew

• Dragon's 1/72 Scale Armor Pro Kit No. 7288; Sherman Mk. III

• Dragon's 1/35 Scale Sd.Kfz. 234/3 Schwerer Panzerspaehwagen (7.5 cm)

The August Braille Scale competition is up and running. Take a look at the latest entries, or post your own small scale model pics there.

The IPMS USA Nationals in Orange County is less than two weeks away. I will be hosting a few seminars while I am there, and will be on the Mission Models stand from 2:00 - 4:00pm on Thursday, 23 August. I will also be part of a book signing by eight Osprey authors at Brookhurst Hobbies commencing 6:30pm on Wednesday, 22 August. Brookhurst Hobbies has prepared a Press Release with details of this event, which you may view by following this link.

August 4, 2007

Norman Lim concludes his short series on his 1/35 scale Merkava IV with Part Two, which focuses on painting and weathering.

Peter Fröhlich has sent five images of his 1/35 scale Sd.Kfz. 253 based on the old Tamiya Sd.Kfz.250 and the Plus Model conversion.

Maza Takahashi brings us seven images of his latest 1/35 scale diorama, "Hong Kong Ferret".

Al Bowie reviews Italeri's new 1/35 Medium 3 Ton Truck – Coal Engine (6457). Al has already built the kit, and his review includes images of the assembled model and the parts on the sprues.

Al also examines the new book from Ian Allan Publishing, Military LAND ROVER Development and in Service, including images of the cover and three sample pages.

Taesung Harms has sent images and information about Alpine Miniatures' latest releases in 1/35 scale.

Cookie Sewell reviews Dragon's 1/72 Scale AAVR7A1 Assault Amphibian Vehicle, Recovery

Also of interest, over on HyperScale we have Preview images and information about Cutting Edge Waveform's 1/35 scale US Marine Corps Sharpshooters (1814) figures, including three large images of the figures assembled and painted

July 29, 2007

Steve Zaloga treats us to a first look at his brand new 1/35 scale Tamiya Renault UE 2 Tractor and UK 2 Trailer in a new article with five photos of the model, both completed and under construction.

Norman Lim presents Part One of a short series on building his 1/35 scale Legends Mervava IV kit. This first installment focuses on Construction.

Frederic Mouchel has six images in the Gallery of his new 1/35 scale diorama entitled Tiger I, Eastern Front.

Tonight I review Voyager Model's 1/35 scale detail set for Italeri's Autoblinda AB 41 / 43 kits. Five images of the multimedia parts are included.

DC Shoemaker reviews Resicast's 1/35 scale Chrysler A57 Multibank Engine for the M4A4 / Sherman V, including five images.

Cookie Sewell reviews Dragon's 1/35 Scale Pz.Kpfw. 38(t) Ausf. G w/Interior - Smart Kit, including an image of the box art.

...and don't forget to check out the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx' "Time on Target" Forum.

July 22, 2007

Peter Arpad has sent ten images of his 1/35 scale diorama entitled "Ardennes 1945" for the Gallery.

Jay Laverty presents ten images of his 1/48 scale Hobby Boss T-34/85 in the Gallery.

Eugene Gromov brings us five images of his 1/35 scale Dragon Tiger I.

Tonight I review and assemble MR Models Sturmgeschutz III Field Modifications (set number 4834) on Tamiya's StuG IIIG. In the review I also describe the conversion to a very late StuG III Ausf.G. Six photos of the converted model plus the resin parts are included.

Jay also reviews Voyager's 1/35 scale detail set for DML's 1/35 scale Tiger (Porsche), including four images.

Frank Berger has provided information about Squad 48's newest figure release, a 1/48 scale Desert Rats Tank Crew. Four mages of the three-crew figure posed with Tamiya's Crusader tank by Paul Quek are included in this Preview.

Cookie Sewell examines cyber-hobby.com's (DML's) 1/35 scale kit of the Panzer IV Ausf.F1 "Vorpanzer", including an image of the box top.

Also, check out the latest projects of Missing-Lynx's visitors on Missing-Lynx's picture posting Forum, Constructive Comments

July 14, 2007

Sergiusz Peczek brings us ten images of his Dragon 1/35 scale T-34 Model 1941 in the Gallery.

Steve Fall has sent five images of his 1/35 scale Tiger I in a winter setting for the Gallery.

Eugene Gromov brings us five images of his 1/35 scale Dragon 8.8cm Flak 37 gun.

Tonight I review Voyager Model's 1/48 scale photo-etched detail sets for Tamiya's StuG III Ausf.G Early, and Porsche King Tiger. Images of the photo etched parts are included.

I also examine MR Models' 1/48 scale Stug III Ausf.G replacement return rollers, which supplies three styles of later steel rollers (in resin). Images of the parts are included.

Cookie Sewell reviews a number of new Dragon releases:

• Dragon's 1/35 scale Pz.Kpfw. III Ausf. J 2-in-1 Smart Kit

• Dragon's 1/72 Scale Armor Pro Series Kit No. 7312; Sherman Mk. V "Tulip"

July 8, 2007

Carlos Blanco has sent five images of his 1/35 scale ISU-152 for the Gallery.

Don Dingwall brings us an article on his 1/35 scale RPM FT 17 in Canadian service, circa 1945.

Carlos Alberto Ventura presents seven images of his 1/35 scale M998 Hummer with M102 105mm Howitzer in the Gallery.

I received Bronco's 1/35 scale Humber Scout Car Mk.I this week. In advance of a more detailed review, I have posted 16 photos of the kit's plastic, resin and photo-etched parts, as well as decals and the box top.

Tonight I examine MR Modellbau's 1/48 scale steel wheels for Tamiya's Panther G. Images of the resin parts are included.

Cookie Sewell reviews several new kits:

• Dragon's 1/35 Scale Tiger I Late Production 3-in-1 Kit (kit number 6253

• DML 1/72 scale Armor Pro Kit No. 7287; Challenger 2 w/Bar Armor

If you have not dropped by Missing-Lynx's picture posting Forum, Constructive Comments lately, it is well worth a look. Check out the latest projects of Missing-Lynx's visitors.

July 1, 2007

Carlos Blanco presents seven images of his 1/35 scale Dragon M1A1 Abrams AIM in the Gallery.

Norman Lim brings us 12 images of his 1/35 scale IDF M113 Nag Man 1.

Donghyun Jung has sent six images of his Winter Panzer Crew figures in 1/35 scale from Alpine Miniatures.

IPMS Philippines Bert Anido has Preview images of sprues from Trumpeter's forthcoming 1/35 scale Panzerjagerwagen.

Cookie Sewell has been busy with new reviews of the latest releases:

• Archer Fine Transfers' latest 1/35 scale releases, including markings for Panzer IV, Stug III, M4A1 & Dodge trucks.

• cyber-hobby.com's (Dragon's) 1/35 scale T-34 Mod 41 STZ

• Dragon's 1/35 scale Sd.Kfz. 251/17 Ausf. C Command Version

June 23, 2007

Don Hinton has a short article and 16 pictures of his 1/35 scale Attack Hobby Kits' 4.7cm PaK 36(t) Early Version.

Peter Simpson brings us five images of his 1/35 scale Churchill AVRE Mk.IV from Cromwell Models.

Carlos Blanco presents six images of his 1/48 scale Tamiya KV-2 in the Gallery.

Cookie Sewell reviews Italeri's new 1/35 scale AS 41/42 with 47/32 AT Gun. The review includes 12 images of all plastic, vinyl, photo-etched and metal parts, plus the box top.

Via Frank Berger, Paul Quek has sent photos of the new Squad48 1/48 scale Afrika Korps Panzer Crew.

Rob Baumgartner examines Gaso.Line's 1/48 scale British Mk IV Female Tank, including images of the resin parts and box art.

June 15, 2007

Dan Mouritzsen presents a big new Reference Feature entitled "Feuergefährlich - Rauchen verboten! German Army Fuel Transport in the Second World War". Dan's article includes 40 photos, detailed descriptions of containers, their markings and transports, plus a list of typical signage. This will be a very useful reference for Wehrmacht modellers.

Luciano Rodriguez's latest model is Tamiya's 1/48 scale Kfz.70 Krupp Protze in a desert diorama setting with the airfield accessories set and a figure. Five images are included.

In the Gallery, Krystian Ciechowicz has five photos of his 1/35 scale Tamiya LRDG 30cwt Chevy Truck.

Cookie Sewell reviews Dragon's 1/72 Scale Sd.Kfz. 251/10 Ausf. C w/3.7 cm Pak including an image of the box top.

Andrew Judson takes a quick look at Italeri's re-released 1/35 scale House Corner, including an image of the box art.

June 9, 2007

Maza Takahashi returns with his latest diorama, "Bridge Crossing", featuring Trumpeter's big 1/35 scale BR 52 Locomotive. Eleven images are included.

Michael Walsh has sent six images and a description of his Royal Models 1/35 scale Demag Sd.Kfz. 10/4 quad 20mm Flak conversion, based on Italeri's kit.

Michael Tay has twelve images of his 1/48 scale Hobby Boss T-34/85 in the Gallery.

Jay Laverty holds a Panther Fest tonight with three new reviews, which all include ample images of these products' contents:

• A detailed research DVD for PC entitled The Panther Project

• Voyager Model's 1/35 scale Update Set for DML Panther F and Panther II (PE 35144)

• cyber-hobby.com's 1/35 Scale Panther F 2-in-1 Kit (Prototype and Production Type)

Adam O'Brien reviews Ian Allan Publishing's third book in the Russian Armour series, "Main Battle Tank T-80", including an image of the cover and a sample page.

Taesung Harms has sent images and information about Alpine Miniatures' latest releases in 1/35 scale.

June 2, 2007

I apologise for the time since our last Missing-Lynx update. My PC's hard disk went faulty last weekend, and most of the time between then and now has been spent getting the machine repaired then restoring all the files and programs. We are back to normal updates now.

Steve Zaloga's latest article is "Bombing Up a Firefly", featuring Tasca's 1/35 scale kit and Jakrei figures. Five images are included.

Giuseppe Randazzo's latest 1/35 scale diorama is entitled "Cold Ivory - Riedwihr Francia 1944". 14 images are included in this new Gallery.

Dominique Vanderschaeghe presents three photos of his 1/35 scale KV-2 Vignette.

Andrew Judson brings us six images of his crewed-up 1/35 scale Dragon Vietnam Light Seal Support Craft in the Gallery.

Cookie Sewell examines the new Italeri 1/72 scale Sd.Kfz. 231 6 Rad including images of the kit parts, marking options and box top.

Glen Porter reviews Dragon's 1/72 scale Sherman Firefly Mk.VC, including 17 images of the kit parts, box top and decals.

Andrew Judson reviews Italeri's 1/35 scale Village Fountain, including an image of the box art.

May 20, 2007

Maza Takahashi is back, this time with Dragon's 1/35 scale Flakpanzer I. Six images are included.

Guo Shuang presents six images of his Trumpeter 1/35 scale Stryker ICV in the Modern Gallery.

Phil Hyslop brings us five images oh his Dragon 1/35 scale Normandy Panther Ausf.A.

Cookie Sewell reviews a varied selection tonight:

• Preiser Military's 1/48 scale Pilots and Ground Crew, USAAF 1942-45

• The latest Archer Fine Transfers in 1/48 and 1/35 scales

• Dragon's 1/72 M4A3(105mm) HVSS Sherman

May 17, 2007

Cookie Sewell presents four new reviews tonight, each including images of the box art:

• Tristar 1/35 Scale Marder III Ausf. H

• Dragon's 1/35 Scale ‘Panther G with Steel Road Wheels - Smart Kit (6370)

• Dragon's 1/72 scale T-34/76 Model 1943

• Miniart 1/35 Scale Soviet 76.2mm Gun ZIS-3 with Crew

May 13, 2007

Luciano Rodriguez brings us five photos of his 1/48 scale Tamiya VW Type 82E Staff Car populated with a scratchbuilt camera and crew.

Carlos Alberto Ventura has five photos of his 1/35 scale AIFV, largely scratch built on the basis of ESCI's M113, in the Gallery.

Gelson J. Emerim has sent five images of his 1/35 scale diorama, "Östfront '44", featuring Tamiya's T-34/76

Glen Porter reviews Italeri's new-tool 1/72 scale Sd.Kfz. 231 6 Rad, including images of the kit parts, box top and decals.

Cookie Sewell presents four new reviews tonight, each including images of the box art:

• Armorscale 1/35 scale .30 caliber Browning 1919A US Machine Gun Barrel (B25-064)

• Dragon's 1/35 Scale M4 81mm Mortar Carrier - Smart Kit (6361)

• cyber-hobby.com 1/35 scale Kubelwagen Radio Car

• Dragon's 1/72 Scale Armor Pro M4A3E8 (76) HVSS

May 6, 2007

Guo Shuang brings us six images of his 1/35 scale AFV Club Sturmtiger.

Huang He's latest model in the Gallery is his 1/35 scale Gulf War M60A1 from Tamiya.

Jay Laverty reviews Voyager's multi-media super detail set for Dragon's 1/35 scale M2 Half Track, including ten images of the parts in the box and on the model.

Glen Porter examines Italeri's 1/72 scale Semovente 75/18 M40-M41, including images of the kit parts, box art, colour schemes and tracks.

Adam O'Brien reviews Mustafa El Assad's latest book, "Landing Zone Lebanon - UNIFIL 2006", including images of the cover and a sample page.

We also have Jose Aos' artwork of a South Lebanese Army ACAV Half-Track in the Gallery.

And don't forget to check out Missing-Lynx's newest Forum on 1/48 scale military models. Some nice work on display there, as well as news and information on this emerging scale for armour modellers.

April 29, 2007

Vladimir Demchenko brings us five truly remarkable images of his diorama, "Hey Slav, Take a Look!". Check out the remarkable modelling, painting, photography and Photoshop skills at work here.

Stephen Brezinski brings us a big new photo feature on Revell's 1/72 Tiger 1 Ausf. H with MIG resin engine & detail set, Eduard etched brass zimmerit & PART etched brass detail parts

Jay Laverty reviews MR Modellbau's M4A1 Sherman Early Production Upper Hull and Turret Direct Vision Conversion, including images of the resin parts.

Cookie Sewell examines Dragon's 1/72 Armor Pro Kit No. 7224; T-34/76 Model 1942 w/Cast Turret although, as Cookie points out in the review, it is not actually a cast turret!

April 26, 2007

Steve Zaloga backdates Tamiya's 1/48 scale Crusader to the Operation Battleaxe version in a new Feature with four images.

Frederic Mouchel

Jay Laverty reviews four new Voyager Model 1/35 scale Update Sets for Dragon's Panther A and G kits (PE 35084, PEA 075, PEA 070, PE35140)

On Anzac Steel, Paul Handel describes the Australian M1A1 Abrams Tank in a new article with 12 images, including photos of the transporter and the Hercules recovery vehicle

April 21, 2007

Michael Tay brings us an article and 13 images of his 1/35 scale Tamiya King Tiger built (almost) straight from the box.

Stefan Szymanski presents seven images of Mr Panzer's 1/72 scale 149A WWI Cannon in the Gallery.

Tonight I examine MR Modellbau's 1/48 scale Achilles conversion for Tamiya's M10 kit. Images of the conversion parts installed, and all of the resin components, are included.

Andrew Judson reviews two new 1/48 scale releases from Gaso.Line. Both reviews include images of the resin parts and box top:

• German 120mm Granatwerfer 42 Mortar

• 120mm Granatwerfer 42 Three-Man Mortar Crew

Cookie Sewell reviews Dragon's new 1/35 scale Dicker Max, including an image of the box art.

April 15, 2007

Brian Murdoch returns with five photos of Cromwell Models' 1/35 scale Rheinmetal PAK 44 128mm anti-tank gun in the Gallery.

Andrew Judson brings us seven images of his 1/35 scale winter-camouflaged Leningrad Tiger I from Dragon in the Gallery.

Frédéric Mouchel presents his 1/35 scale diorama, Panther G Normandy, based on Tamiya's kit.

Alpine Miniatures has sent images of three new 1/35 scale German figure releases. Photos and information has been posted to a Preview page.

Tonight I review MR Modellbau's 1/48 scale Update and Stowage set for Tamiya's M26 Pershing. An image of this set's resin and turned metal parts is included.

I also examine three Voyager Model Update Sets for DML's Panther D, including AA engine deck armour and a Kursk conversion. Images of all three sets are included.

Cookie Sewell reviews two recent releases tonight, both including images of the box art:

• Academy's 1/35 Scale M551 Sheridan "Gulf War", and

• Dragon's 1/35 Scale Sd.Kfz. 251/17 Ausf. C

April 6, 2007

Brian Murdoch has sent five images of his 1/35 scale Jagdpanzer IV / 70 (V), backdated from Dragon's kit, for the Gallery.

I have finished the 1/48 scale Gaso.Line KV-85 conversion of Tamiya's KV-1 kit that I reviewed in the last update, and posted a few photos to the Gallery. Good fun (and fast) build.

Huang Tao presents five images of his Tamiya 1/35 scale Char B1 bis tank in the Gallery.

Jay Laverty reviews Hobby Boss's 1/48 scale KV-2 (KV "Big Turret") kit, including images of the kit parts.

Tonight I examine Ultracast's 1/35 scale newest British Tank Crew, two Commanders and Head Set, including images of all these new releases.

Cookie Sewell examines two new releases tonight:

• Tasca's 1/35 Scale M4 Sherman late VVSS Suspension Set B, and

• Panzershop's 1/35 Scale Complete Kit of the enormous Self-Propelled Cannon-Howitzer 2S7 PION

April 1, 2007

Chris Wauchop presents his 1/35 scale Dragon T-34/76 Model 1941, finished in the style of Marcus Nicholls! 20 images are included.

Tonight I review and assemble Gaso.Line's 1/48 scale KV-85 conversion for Tamiya's KV-1 kit. 15 images, including plenty of construction shots (and a few building tips), are included.

Arpad Peter brings us four images of his 1/35 scale factory diorama, "Born to be Panther"

Lucio Merlo has sent six images of his 1/35 scale Tamiya Tiger I Ausf. E Mid Version for the Gallery.

Cookie Sewell reviews two new kits tonight:

• Dragon's 1/72 scale M4A1(76)W VVSS Sherman and

• Dragon's 1/35 scale Soviet SU-100 Tank Destroyer - Premium Edition

March 28, 2007

Steve Zaloga's latest article describes his 1/72 scale diorama, Bunker Buster 1944, with and M12 155mm and M30 comprehensively converted from ESCI kits. Six images are included.

Flavio and Bruno Mazzacurati present five photos of their superdetailed 1/35 scale Italeri Semovente M40-75/18 in the Gallery.

Glen Porter reviews two new small scale models, Italeri's 1/72 ISU-122 - Detailed and Fast Build Kits. Images of parts and box tops from both kits are included.

Jay Laverty examines CMK's two new 1/48 scale T-34 Model 1941 additional armour conversions

Frank Berger has Preview images and information on Battalion Bits' 1/48 scale Crusader Early Conversion.

March 24, 2007

Glen Porter presents a detailed article on painting his 1/72 scale Italeri Matilda in the elusive Caunter desert scheme. Glen's article includes 14 images.

Huang He brings us six images of Dragon's 1/35 scale Sturmgeschutz III Ausf.F with Ostketten in the Gallery.

Jay Laverty reviews MR Modellbau's 1/48 scale M3 suspension for early M4 Shermans. Jay's review includes images, and he has already knocked a suspension unit together for our benefit.

Sid Arnold has sent images and information on two new Armoured Brigade 1/35 scale M3 Grant conversions. These have been posted to a Preview page.

Adam O'Brien reviews the new book from Specialty Press in their "Secret Battles" series, Remagen Bridge. Adam includes an image of the cover and a sample page.

Cookie Sewell examines the latest batch of releases from Archer Fine Transfers in 1/35 and 1/48 scales, including images of the sheets.

We have been advised that sales of the 1/48 scale Universal Carrier tracks and running gear from Fighting 48th, reviewed on 16 March, have been withdrawn until further notice.

March 22, 2007

I am pleased to welcome Missing-Lynx's newest sponsor on board, Gaso.line, specialists in 1/48 scale armour kits and accessories. Gaso.line is also sponsoring Missing-Lynx's 1/48 scale Forum.

March 16, 2007

Tonight I examine a new set of replacement tracks and running gear for Tamiya's 1/48 scale Universal Carrier from Fighting 48th, including images of the resin parts and comparisons with their plastic kit counterparts.

Dominique Vanderschaeghe presents five images of his 1/35 scale ICM T-28 in the Gallery.

Paul Chatfield has sent eight images of his 1/35 scale Tamiya Kubelwagen in a vignette setting.

Stephen Shrimpton brings us three images of his 1/72 scale Dragon Panther Ausf. F.

Stephen also presents five images of his Revell 1/72 scale StuG 40 Ausf G.

Glen Porter reviews the newest book in Mushroom Model Publications' armour series, "Magyar Steel - Hungarian Armour in WW 2" by Csaba Becze.

Over on HyperScale, I have reviewed Ultracast's 1/32 scale WWII American Navy Pilot, including five images of a built and painted figure.

March 10, 2007

Jay Laverty presents a new Feature on building and detailing his 1/48 scale Tamiya Panther Ausf. G Late Version, including ten images.

Lucio Merlo brings us six images of his 1/35 scale Dragon Sturmgeschutz III Ausf.B in the Gallery.

Anton Trifonov has eight images of his 1/35 scale Dragon Tiger I in the Gallery.

Tonight I review WWII Productions' brand new 1/48 scale KV "click link" resin tracks, including four images of the partially assembled tracks.

Alex Dutt reviews the newest offering from Monroe Perdu, a multimedia Frecnh Farm Gate in 1/35 - 1/32 scale. Alex includes six images of the resin and die cut parts, instructions an box top.

Adam O'Brien reviews the new book from Specialty Press in their "Secret Battles" series, Pointe du Hoc. Adam includes an image of the cover and a sample page.

March 3, 2007

Robert Doepp is back in the Gallery, this time with his 1/48 scale Tamiya Tiger I Initial Production

Tonight I review and assemble Squad 48's new 1/48 scale British Tank Crew, WWII (Winter). Five images are included.

Carlos Alberto Ventura brings us five images of his 1/35 scale M1037 Humvee with Shelter in the Gallery.

Piotr Wańkowicz has five images of his 1/35 scale Diorama, Ukraina 1944

John Prigent examines the new book in Osprey Publishing's "Campaign" series, The Rhine Crossings 1945, by Ken Ford.

February 28, 2007

Chris Wauchop presents a Feature on Dragon's 1/35 scale Jagdpanzer IV L/70, including 15 images.

Robert Doepp presents six images of his 1/35 scale vignette featuring a sliced and diced Tiger I. An article on Robert's vignette appears in this month's Tamiya Model Magazine International.

Huang He returns with eight images of his 1/35 scale Skybow M38A1 Jeep in the Gallery.

Tonight I review and assemble Squad 48's new 1/48 scale British Tank Crew, WWII (Summer). Six images are included.

John Prigent examines the new book, Osprey Elite 151, World War II Jungle Warfare Tactics

February 24, 2007

Mark Bannerman presents his 1/35 scale Matilda Frog Flamethrower based on Tamiya's kit and MB's conversion.

Guo Shuang has sent six images of his Eastern Express 1/35 scale GAZ-66 Truck for the Gallery.

Craig Gravina has created a side profile of an American Willys MB Jeep.

Rick Minichiello brings us five images of his Dragon 1/35 scale Tiger I Initial Version in a rather muddy predicament.

Massimo Benedetti brings us five images of his Tamiya 1/35 scale Panzer II Ausf. F in the Gallery.

Michael Campbell wraps up our Gallery entries tonight with five images of his 1/35 scale Italeri "Stalin's Organ".

John Prigent reviews the new book, Osprey Fortress 60: The Forts of the Meuse in World War I

I have archived Missing-Lynx's "What's New" items earlier than 1 January this year. These entries may still be viewed via the drop-down menu in the What's New Archive at the bottom of the page.

February 17, 2007

Spencer Pollard is here with five photos of the remarkable Record Models 1/16 scale KV-1 Soviet tank in the Gallery.

Tim Sloan returns with his Dragon / cyber hobby 1/35 scale Panther Ausf.D Stadtgas. Five images are included.

Maza Takahashi presents five images of his 1/35 scale Panzer Spahwagen diorama based around the Gunze kit.

Glen Porter reviews the new book from Concord Publications, British Sherman Tanks" by Dennis Oliver. Images of the front and rear cover are included.

Cookie Sewell reviews two new releases including images of the box covers:

• Dragon's 1/35 scale M51 Isherman - Premium Edition (3539)

• cyber-hobby.com (Dragon Models Limited) 1/35 Scale Panther Ausf. F 2-in-1 Kit (Prototype and Production Type)

February 11, 2007

Paul Chatfield describes building, detailing and painting a burnt out Panzer IV Ausf.H from Tamiya's 1/35 scale kit in a new Feature Aritcle with 20 images.

Steven Zuleski presents six images of his 120mm Verlinden 82nd Airborne WWII Bust in the Gallery.

Ben Jakobsen has sent some photos of masters built for several accessories for kits including Hasegawa's 1/72 scale Tiger I and a ful kit of a barge.

Tonight I review MR Models' 1/48 scale Sand Wheels and Accessories for Tamiya's 1/48 scale Kubelwagen. Images of the resin parts are included.

Cookie Sewell reviews a number of new and forthcoming releases:

• Panzer I Ausf.A Early/Late Versions Convertible Kit Review by Cookie Sewell (Tristar 1/35)

• cyber-hobby.com 1/35 scale upgrade and conversion set for Marder III Ausf. H

• Academy 1/72 Scale WWII Ground Vehicle Set #6 - M3 Half Track & 1/4 ton Amphibian Vehicle

• a new book, "T-34 Mythical Weapon from Air Connection

February 4, 2007

Ray Blythe presents a short Feature on his Des Kits 1/35 scale Laffley AM 80 "Vincennes" Armoured Car. 15 images are included.

Ahn, Ik Jai is back with seven images of Trumpeter's 1/35 scale KV-1 "Ehkranami" in the Gallery.

Jay Laverty reviews the new 1/48 scale Squad 48 figure set - German Tank Crew (Summer), including images of the parts and one of Jay's completed and painted figure.

On the same subject, Frank Berger Previews the newest releases from Squad 48, Squad 48 - British Tank Crew (Summer and Winter). Four images of the box art and painted figures are included.

Cookie Sewell examines the newest batch of 1/35 scale releases from Archer Fine Transfers, including modern Bundeswehr markings, and decals for M2/M2A1/M3 half-tracks. Images of the decal sheets are included.

Cookie also reviews Dragon's 1/72 scale M4A3 (105mm) VVSS Sherman, including an image of the box top.

Cookie wraps up with two more reviews of cyber-hobby new releases:

• cyber-hobby.com 1/35 Scale Kubelwagen Ambulance with German Medical Team

• cyber-hobby.com (Dragon Models Limited) 1/35 Scale ‘39-‘45 Series Kit No. 6364; DAK Kubelwagen w/Officers

January 28, 2007

Ahn, Ik Jai presents his 1/35 scale Sd.kfz. 251 Ausf.D & 3cm Flak 38 combination using AFV Club and Dragon kits. Twelve images are included.

Jan Peters has two images of his 1/35 scale Miniart T-70M Soviet light tank in the Gallery.

Adam O'Brien examines the second in the "Blue Steel" series, Blue Steel 2 – M3 Half Tracks in South Lebanon by Moustafa El-Assad, including images of the cover and a sample page.

Jay Laverty offers a second opinion on Fighting 48th's 1/48 scale Sherman V / M4A4 Conversion. Jay's review includes seven images of the conversion parts and box art.

Cookie Sewell reviews Dragon's 1/35 scale Sd.Kfz. 138 Panzerjaeger 39 fuer 7.5 cm Pak 40/3 Ausf. H - that's a Marder III H to you and me! An image of the box art is included.

Andrew Judson has nine images of his 1/48 scale Tamiya Bren Gun Carrier on Testor's ScaleWorkshop.

January 25, 2007

Paul Handel has made an Australia Day contribution to the Anzac Steel website, "Shermans Down Under". Nine images are included in this brand new Reference Feature, which details the trials of the three M4 Shermans supplied to Australia.

Daniel Jarrett presents four images of his Tamiya 1/35 scale M1025 plus scratchbuilt ASK.

Bud Highleyman brings us his M16 Multiple Gun Motor Carriage in the Gallery.

Frank Berger Previews the remarkable forthcoming 1/48 scale Freya German early warning radar models from Hauler. These are substantial buildings with giant radar array installed above, and they will be full kits! Six images are included.

I also examine the recent Hauler 1/48 scale KV-1 / KV-2 Engine Set for Tamiya's kits, including images of the resin and photo-etched parts.

Adam O'Brien reviews the reference book, "Blue Steel – T-55 Tanks in South Lebanon" by Moustafa El-Assad. Adam's review includes an image of the front cover and a sample page.

Frank De Sisto is about to post his 300th review to Missing-Lynx's "Time on Target" forum. Check out the latest examinations of kits, books and accessories at "Time on Target".

January 20, 2007

Carlos Blanco presents his new 1/35 scale diorama, "Carentan-44", in the Gallery

Aleksandar Mladenovic brings us four photos of his Soviet Ba-20 armoured car in Finnish Service

Norman Lim concludes his series with TIRAN 5 Blazer Part Four - Dusting and Finishing Touches

Tonight I review Hauler's 1/48 scale M4 Sherman Crocodile flame thrower and trailer conversion, including images of the resin, photo-etch and box top.

Cookie Sewell examines Legend's 1/35 scale M39 Personnel Carrier Conversion for AFV Club's M18.

Cookie also reviews the latest book in the "Weapons of War" Series; Engineer Assault Boats in Canadian Service.

January 17, 2007

January 14, 2007

Dong Hwi Jang presents Dragon's 120mm Panzer Grenadier figure, painted in Humbrol enamels and oils.

Aaron Tabor has five images of his 1/72 scale Revell Panther Ausf.G in the Gallery.

Tonight I review Mig Productions' 1/35 scale PG 117 Soviet Fast Boat WWII (35-282). The review includes images of the resin parts and box top.

Cookie Sewell has been busy with new reviews:

• Dragon's 1/35 Scale T-34/85 with Bedspring Armor

• cyber-hobby.com 1/35 Accessory Sets for DML Kit No. 6320 StuG III Ausf. G Early Production - Smart Kit

• The Sexton SP Gun in Canadian Service including an image of the cover

January 7, 2007

January 4, 2007

Over on HyperScale, Luke Pitt examines Bronco's new Piper Cub L4H (O-59) in the military scale of 1/35. Luke's review includes close-up images of the kit parts.

...and don't forget to check out the latest book, accessory and kit reviews from Frank De Sisto on Missing-Lynx' "Time on Target" Forum.