February 2002

February 2002

FineScale Modeler magazine is the essential tool for modelers of all skill levels. Learn how to create models of aircraft, armor, ships, cars and more. Every issue provides clear, well-instructed articles that show how to assemble the latest model kits and how to master painting and finishing techniques.

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Marvelous WWII Luftwaffe bomber

Alfonso Martinez Berlana upgraded Dragon's 1/48 scale Ju 188, adding zebra-striped camouflage and elaborate interior details.

Build a special Sherman

BY Robert Collignon

If you could build your favorite Sherman tank, where would you start? In a two-part special feature, a prize-winning modeler shows you what he did to produce a spectacular M4A1 with 76mm gun.

Sorting out Shermans

BY Cookie Sewell

A Sherman is a Sherman, but not all Shermans are alike. Here's a concise guide to the variations of this workhorse tank.

A stunning 18th-century privateer

BY Carl Caiati

More than 2,000 hours and dozens of upgrades went into this wooden kit of the Rattlesnake, a Revolutionary War sailing ship.

Meet screeding

BY David Merriman

Borrow a technique from masonry and learn how to make your own custom parts - either straight or perfectly curved.

Sea Fury to Reno racer

BY Mike Kolasa

A real-life Korean War veteran fighter plane was the inspiration for this conversion of Hobbycraft's 1/48 scale Sea Fury.

Choose the right glues

BY Robert Collignon

Many types of modeling glues are available; discover the one that's best for the job at hand.

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Workbench Reviews

FSM's unmatched reviews of the latest kits, every one built by a modeler.

Academy Achilles

Hobbycraft Canada SPAD XIII

Tamiya Ferrari 360 Spider

Classic Airframes Reggiane Re.2001

Revell Germany Westland Sea King

Eastern Express BT-7

Roden Fokker D.VII

Italeri/Zvezda Sukhoi S-37 Berkut

History You Can Model

Short stories about subjects you can build.

The Sherman in winter

Editor's Page

A letter from FSM's Editor, Terry Thompson.

Scale Talk

Letters from modelers around the world.

News & Products

News stories and the latest products to help you enjoy your hobby.

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Reader Tips

Tips for enjoying your hobby, from your fellow readers.

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Features

Marvelous WWII Luftwaffe bomber

Sorting out Shermans

A stunning 18th-century privateer

Meet screeding

Sea Fury to Reno racer

Choose the right glues

Departments

Workbench Reviews

Academy Achilles

Hobbycraft Canada SPAD XIII

Tamiya Ferrari 360 Spider

Classic Airframes Reggiane Re.2001

Revell Germany Westland Sea King

Eastern Express BT-7

Roden Fokker D.VII

Italeri/Zvezda Sukhoi S-37 Berkut

History You Can Model

The Sherman in winter

Editor's Page

Scale Talk

News & Products

Show Gallery

Reader Tips

Questions & Answers

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