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Review USN F-4 Phantom II x VPAF MiG-17/19 Osprey Publishing

Posted by Marcelo On January - 30-2010

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Great book from Osprey, comparing two major aircraft to join the air war in Vietnam: MiG-17/19 Phanotom and F-4 II.

Richly illustrated with unpublished photos, color profiles, details of two aircraft and all of what any modeler or military aviation lover like best.

If your beach are modern fighters, this book should be yours!

Note 10

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Buy yours here: http://www.ospreypublishing.com/store/USN-F-4-Phantom-II-vs-VPAF-MiG-1719_9781846034756

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Review USN F-4 Phantom II x VPAF MiG-17/19 Osprey Publishing

My rating: 5.0 stars
*****

Review Israeli A-4 Skyhawk Units in Combat Osprey

Posted by Marcelo On January - 28-2010

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One of the most anticipated books of the Osprey has just been released. Filled with photos, maps and profiles of very high quality colored the book Israeli A-4 Skyhawk Units in Combat is a work that can not miss on the shelves of those who enjoy military history and aerial combat.

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Totally recommended!

Buy yours here: http://www.ospreypublishing.com/store/Israeli-A-4-Skyhawk-Units-in-Combat_9781846034305

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Book Review M1 Abrams vs. T-72 Ural Osprey Publishing

Posted by Marcelo On October - 13-2009

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I confess that I was surprised with this book. It was not what I hoped for - is better. The book of the Osprey "M1 Abrams vs. T-72 Ural - Operation Desert Storm" is a true parallel comparison between the two tanks.

Written by renowned Steven J. Zaloga, the book provides numerous photographs, drawings in cutting and color profiles of the two main battle tanks used by the main forces that participated in the 1991 conflict.

Full color, Zaloga's book shows not only external details of the vehicles but also shows internal details, rarely seen in other publications.

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Data on the work:

Title: M1 Abrams vs T-72 Ural - Operation Desert Storm

Author: Steven J. Zaloga

Pages: 80

Price: £ 12.99

Where to find: http://www.ospreypublishing.com/store/Centurion-vs-T-55_9781846033698

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Book Review M1 Abrams vs. T-72 Ural Osprey Publishing

My rating: 4.0 stars
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Book Review Mirage IIIEBR - Publisher ZLC

Posted by Marcelo On October - 1-2009

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Not long ago was so happy to receive and browse aviation. The research work carried out by Paulo Fernando Kasseb in his book "Mirage III EBR - DBR the Brazilian Air Force - FAB", published by FTA is an exquisite work.

With 122 pages, the book shows - and not merely that - all the conceptual and operational life of the Mirage IIIE / DBR in FAB. Filled with color photos and black and white, enriched with beautiful profiles Gilsomar Maroc, one of the most distinguished illustrators of aviation in the country, the work can not stay away from the shelf of any lover of modern military aviation in Brazil or worldwide.

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A printed note 10, work quality Kassebaparece early on, fantastic photos, text in Portuguese and English and lots of information for all types of tastes. If your interest is photography, has plenty. If you prefer technical data, also find several of them. If you search for information on painting, markings and type walkaround photos, the book does not let you down - it has all this and more.

I highlight the section devoted to armaments and the markings, with very useful data for modelers.

The hint is to buy this book. Highly recommended and a score of 10! Bring on more titles in the collection!

Data on the work:

Title: Mirage III EBR - DBR the Brazilian Air Force - FAB (FTA Communication and Marketing LTDA)

Author: Paulo Fernando Kasseb

Illustrations: Gilson Maroco

Pages: 122

Price: $ 72.00

Where to find and buy: http://www.hobbynews.com.br/mirage.htm

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Book Review Mirage IIIEBR - Publisher ZLC

My rating: 5.0 stars
*****

Review Modelling the F/A-18 Hornet Osprey Publishing

Posted by Marcelo On September - 13-2009

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For those who want to mount an F/A-18 Hornet ultra-detailed in any of its versions or any brand or scale, this encyclopedia is a great tip!

English published by Osprey Publishing, the book Modelling the F/A-18 Hornet, Geoff Coughlin, is a practical guide and shown photos of several cm step-by-step assembly of some models of the Hornet and Super Hornet.

Your photos are 100% and include color photos of models, tools and also the details of the actual aircraft. It's a mega-kit manual in book format.

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There you econtra tips for assembly, detailing, painting, markings and aging of hunting in versions A, C, D and F.

All parts of the model are covered by the publication: Cockpit canopy, landing gear, wings, weapons, radar, engine exhausts and many other details.

The highlight of the book is the section Special Modeling Ideas, which are addressed suggestions dioramas, bases and also techniques to replicate the characteristic abrasive and paint smeared Hornets' board.

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The book is really a great option for those who not only want to build a model of this aircraft as well as for aficionados F/A-18. Note 10!

Data on the work:

Title: Modelling the F/A-18 Hornet

Author: Geoff Coughlin

Pages: 80

Price: £ 13.99

Where to find and buy: http://www.ospreypublishing.com/store/Modelling-the-FA-18-Hornet_9781841768175

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Review Modelling the F/A-18 Hornet Osprey Publishing

My rating: 5.0 stars
*****

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Review Osprey M551 Sheridan

Posted by Marcelo On September - 8-2009

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Recently, the English publisher Osprey Publishing , which specializes in books related to military and historical subjects, he launched another series title New Vanguard. The number 153 in the series is created by renowned author Steven Zaloga and covers the history of armored M551 Sheridan.

Illustrated with color photos and black and white designs, and cutting profiles, the book is a guide for those wanting to know more about the armored airborne, with special focus on Sheridan.

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There are 50 pages of accurate and well ordered, with profiles of the leading colored paint schemes of armor.

The highlight for me is the information about the use of Sheridan in combat in both Vietnam and in more recent comflitos, as in Panama and the Gulf War of 1991.

However, if your interest is more technical, this information is also in this book.

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It's a totally recommended reading and that can not miss on the shelf of anyone interested in militaria, modeling or military history.

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Data on the work:

Title: M551 Sheridan - U.S. Airmobile Tanks 1941-2001

Author: Steven Zaloga

Illustrator: Tony Bryan

Pages: 50

Price: £ 9.99 to £ 7.99 and print the e-book version

Where to find and buy: http://www.ospreypublishing.com/store/M551-Sheridan-_9781846033919

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Review Osprey M551 Sheridan

My rating: 5.0 stars
*****

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Book Review Armored Brasileiros

Posted by Marcelo On September - 7-2009

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When I received the book, purchased directly from the author, impressed me greatly and positively. The quality - even on the cover - is really beyond the standards we are accustomed to find in books linked to this issue in Brazil.

The work of photographer gaucho Luciano Souza is a true book of the military art of photography. With images of all models of tanks currently in use in Brazil, the book shows pictures of vehicles in action famous, like M113, EE-9 Cascavel, EE-11 Urutu, Leopard among others.

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This is not, however, a work style "walkarounds" with photos of details and paint schemes. But that does not detract from the value of this wonderful work, that is - say by the way - fully supported by the Brazilian Army.

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Besides the photos of the vehicles the player can also find pictures of columns of armored vehicles and training camps.

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The work deserves a score of 10 and is fully recommended for anyone who enjoys and is interested in military affairs, model or want to have an example of photographic work well done.

The book costs $ 45.00 plus shipping (price in August 2009).

To purchase simply contact the author:

Luciano Souza - luciano.foto @ yahoo.com.br

(55) 8401 4000

(55) 8402 4000

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Review Decal Star 1 / 35 decal FCM

Posted by Marcelo On August - 15-2009

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Who rides militaria know how complicated it is to find the correct stars and well printed when we want to reform an old kit or a vesa mount not on the original sheet of decal kit.

Thinking about making the national FCM decal decal launched some time ago a decal sheet filled with white stars and yellow (U.S. ARMY Insignias, No. 3502), ideal for kits of American World War II, Korean War and Vietnam.

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The sheet is very well served with options of various sizes, isolated or surrounded with stars, some of them dashed circles, typical markings applied with stencilled.

What makes this set even more interesting is the presence of 0-9 numbers in white and yellow and the words U.S. ARMY USA and also in these two colors. These supplements are perfect to mount the miniature base any U.S. military until the 80 or so.

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Note 10 to the set and recommend that everyone have at home, even if not yet a project to use them.

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Review Decal Star 1 / 35 decal FCM

My rating: 5.0 stars
*****

Review UH-1N Twin Huey 1 / 35 MAW-Decals

Posted by Marcelo On July - 2-2009

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If you intend to mount a UH-1N Twin Huey in scale 1 / 35, is the recent model of the Dragon or the old Panda Models, this decal is present obirgatória!

Of course it is mandatory to mount a modern Twin Huey, currently in use by Marines. But this set of decals is perfect to combine with the sets for updating Cobra Productions and to build a beautiful Twin Huey of USMC.

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Very well printed, the set features three options for aircraft, all with pictures in low visibility gray. The highlights are the instruction sheets, nicely printed and colored.

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Highly recommended and worth every penny. Note 10!

Review UH-1N Twin Huey 1 / 35 Maw Decals

My rating: 5.0 stars
*****

Review Aeromaster F-84 decals 1 / 72

Posted by Marcelo On June - 27-2009

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These decals are great for anyone looking for the differentiated markings of Tamiya kits on the market or Heller.

Very well printed, the images below "speak" for themselves. Highly recommended! Note 10!

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Review Aeromaster F-84 decals 1 / 72

My rating: 5.0 stars
*****