FineScale Modeler -December 2011- The essential tool for model builders

FineScale Modeler -December 2011- The essential tool for model builders.

Learn to build realistic models of aircraft, armor, ships, and more. FineScale Modeler teaches you to build models of aircraft, armor, ships and more. Clear articles show you how to assemble, paint, and finish the latest model kits. Every issue includes unbiased reviews of kits that were built and tested for accuracy, product announcements, tips from the experts, and a gallery of readersandrsquo; models.

Decanting spray paint
By Aaron Skinner
Out of the can and into your airbrush.

Model ship building basics
By Aaron Skinner
The USS Independence makes home port.

Make the most of a build
By Bill Plunk
Wiley ways to give a panzer extra punch.

AMPS 2011 Show Gallery
Some highlights from the national convention of armor modelers.

Creature from the Black Lagoon
By John C. Backenstross
Making the creature look right at home.

Build three variants of a C-135
By Carl Knable
Three conversions, no waiting!

IN EVERY ISSUE:

• Editor's Page
• Scale Talk
• New Products
• Reader Gallery
• Reader Tips
• Questions and Answers
• Hobby Shop Directory
• Classified Marketplace
• Advertiser Index