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Richly illustrated with unpublished photos, profiles, colorful details of two aircraft and all of what any modeler or military aviation lover like best.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

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 actually a great option for those who not only want to build a model of this airplane 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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This Argentine publication of 32 pages, 6 of them in color (cover and interior) is a great example of that quality graphic design need not be extensive.

Almost a paperback book, this work of George F. Padín Núñez, one of the most renowned researchers in aviation in Argentina, is an example that should be part of any modern military aviation enthusiast, whether or not modeler.

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The book contains text and photos covering the entire life of the venerable A-4Q Skyhawk Argentine naval aviation.

Generously illustrated with rare photos and color profiles of the A-4Q, the highlight is the section reserved for the participation of "Q" in the Falklands conflict in 1982, and complete listing of aircraft, with what happened with each of them .

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Among the images are pictures of paintings and experimental examples in action.

The print quality is impressive, made on a strong paper with colored sections and finished in bright varnish, which gives a touch of professionalism to the job.

Highly recommended and certainly deserves a great 10.

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More about this and other works just visit the official website of the publisher: http://sfa.fuerzasaeronavales.com/

Review Series No. 11 Naval Air A-4 Skyhawk - Jorge Núñez Padín

My rating: 5.0 stars
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Review Dagger & Finger en Argentina

Posted by Marcelo On May - 30-2009

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This book's publisher Avialatina covers the entire history of this important aircraft of the Fuerza Aérea Argentina. Dagger & Finger en Argentina 1978 - 2004, written by six beasts competentíssimas of aeronautical research in Argentina, is a book that every modeler and aviation enthusiast modern military should have on your bookshelf.

With 105 pages, many color, the book shows the pricipais facts connected with the Dagger and the FAA Finger: The coming of Israel, the Falklands, the post-war, the upgrade to version Finger, the current version, everything is this book. Many of these pictures in the book are unique and are perfect for those looking for specific references to ride one of two aircraft in whatever scale is.

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The back cover features seven beautiful color profiles signed by Carlos Adrián Garcia and give one more charm to the book.

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The book is highly recommended and can be found at the official website of the publisher: http://www.avialatina.com.ar/

Review & Dagger Finger en Argentina

My rating: 5.0 stars
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Humvee at War Review - Zenith Press

Posted by Marcelo On May - 30-2009

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The series At War, published by Zenith Press, and has grown a dostítulos this series is dedicated to the Humvee, the vehicle tasking military U.S..

The book is printed on paper of high quality, with many color photos and black and white.

It's a good book if you are seeking information from text, such as the history of the vehicle or its variants, now, if your intention is to have a good illustrated reference for modeling, the book is weak. The photos in action - at war - are few. If porcurar fotros by the Internet will certainly find more useful material to build a model in wartime.

Another lack in this book, and common in works of other publishers, it has no color profiles. This type of illustration is greatly appreciated by modellers and readers of books of reference and certainly would make up the difference to note in this book.

The series has other titles, and so we have access to more issues, we will review here. The Humvee can say that the note is 6.5. More info here: http://www.zenithpress.com/Store/default.aspx

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Humvee at War Review - Zenith Press

My rating: 3.0 stars
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