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08/09/2023

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Watch the new FSM Weekly

The five types of glues you NEED, new kits from Takom and X-Plus, and gatekeeping in the hobby

In this episode of FineScale Modeler Weekly, FineScale Modeler looks inside kits and books like the Trumpeter 1/32 scale TBD-1 Devastator, Casemate's "Rommel's Afrika Korps In Colour", and the X-Plus 1/35 scale Jurassic Park Tyrannosaurus Rex, discusses what types of glue you should have handy at the workbench, and wraps up the episode by answering YOUR questions and responding to a comment about gatekeeping!

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This week was a BIG episode, but up next is an even bigger show!

IPMS/USA National Convention 2023 model show gallery

Photos from the IPMS/USA National Convention 2023 model show and contest

FineScale Modeler was live at the IPMS/USA National Convention 2023 in San Marcos, Texas, on Aug. 3-5, 2023. Tim and Aaron updated the gallery frequently on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday where you can see the latest aircraft, car, ship, sci-fi, AFV, and figure models from the show!

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The IPMS show was amazing! Keep scrolling for more amazing modeling content!

New model kit reviews

Read our review of the Dora Wings 1/48 scale Vultee Vanguard Mk.I/J10 plastic model kit

Do not miss any of the exclusive Workbench Reviews, including this review of the Dora Wings 1/48 scale Vultee Vanguard Mk.I/J10. It’s a nice, niche kit with good detail that’s not for the beginner.

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And make sure you don’t miss these reviews while you’re there:

Takom 1/72 scale M1070 gun truck plastic model kit review

Kits are cool! Keep going to find more cool stuff!

Up your model car chassis-weathering game

The best techniques, washes, and more to make your model car chassis realistic

Modern scale model car kits come with detailed, multipart chassis that can be daunting for builders to paint and weather, but don’t let it deter you. First, start with the right base color.

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Don’t forget that every FSM Snapshot comes with a PDF version for you to download and use offline.

Up your modeling game with these tips and even more in our print issue!

September/October 2023 FSM available now!

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This issue brings amazing models with stories and how-to articles like:

Building Mini-Art's Lanz Bulldog as a well-used farm tractor
Harvey Low reveals tips and tricks to build the Gallery Models 1/200 scale Yamato
Use Bare-Metal Foil to finish a Monogram 1/48 scale B-58 Hustler

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