Current Issue

July/August 2026

Features

Page 12

Take the bus

Build a fantastic model from a simple kit

By Rafał Lebioda

Page 18

How to spot repair paint

Repair lacquer even after spraying the clear coat

By Mark Jones

Page 20

Most impressive

Upgrade a Revell EasyKit with a base, 3D-printed parts, and weathering

By Grant Dalzell

Page 26

Show galleries

Plastic Undercover and the Mad City Modelers Annual Show

By Jeff Bloomhuff, Kendra Bell & Tim Kidwell

Page 30

One Great Model

Let's call it "Sally"

By Steve Hustad & Tim Kidwell

Page 32

A cat without claws

Research uncovers possibilities for an unusual Tiger I

By Harald Fitz

Page 38

Small changes, big difference

Fundamental techniques improve a World War II bomber

By John C. Backenstross

Page 44

Tips for building a vintage aircraft kit

Don't scoff at decades-old kits. Have fun with them!

By Harvey Low