The Airfix Book Of Scale Modelling

The Airfix Book Of Scale Modelling

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TheAirfix Book of Scale Modellingis the essential guide to getting the most out of this fascinating and rewarding hobby, explaining how to build scale models to suit all levels of modelling skill.

With full colour photography throughout, the book covers the history of modelling and of the Airfix company, and shows how injection moulded kits are made.

It then describes and reviews the major modelling scales, as well as outlining the range of paints, tools and accessories that are available.

Chapters include guides to choosing a kit, tools for the job, painting, decals, conversions, figure-painting, dioramas and more.

Common problems and how to solve them are addressed, and there is also a series of step-by-step construction projects, including expert builds of the F86 Sabre jet, the Aston Martin DBR9, a Panzer IV tank, the Airfix yeoman figure (reissued for the London 2012 Olympics), a Trafalgar class submarine and a scenic diorama.

First published
2011
Publishers
Conway Maritime Press

Excellent book for both beginners and returners.

Just recently got back into scale models after 38+ years! This Airfix book does a fantastic job explaining a lot of the basics as well as providing some great history of scale modeling as well.

This book is a great addition to any plastic modellers library.I think its an essential tool for those just beginning the hobby,or someone who has been away and getting back into it.

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