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Friday, August 21, 2026

News from GaelHobbies, IPMS, and across the scale-modeling hobby.

Product Highlight: METALLICDETAILS 1/48 Metallic Details Martin-Baker GRU-7A Ejection Seat #MDR48217
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Product Highlight: METALLICDETAILS 1/48 Metallic Details Martin-Baker GRU-7A Ejection Seat #MDR48217

METALLICDETAILS · 1/48 · Accessories The 1/48 Metallic Details Martin-Baker GRU-7A Ejection Seat (#MDR48217) is a highly detailed aftermarket upgrade designed for 1/48 scale jet aircraft models equipped with the Martin-Baker GRU-7A ejection seat. The set includes precision 3D-printed parts that allow modelers to build two complete seats, providing a far more accurate and finely detailed alternative to standard kit components. The parts reproduce the distinctive structure of the GRU-7A rocket-assisted ejection seat, including the seat frame, headrest assembly, and visible cockpit details commo

Product Highlight: LEGEND 1/16 US Military Storage Cases Type 4 #LF3D16020GaelHobbies

Product Highlight: LEGEND 1/16 US Military Storage Cases Type 4 #LF3D16020

LEGEND · 1/16 · Figures 4:50 PM Add realistic equipment storage to your large-scale military build with Legend Productions’ 1/16 U.S. Military Storage Cases Type 4 set. These detailed cases are ideal for vehicle cargo, supply areas, maintenance scenes, checkpoints, camps, and modern military dioramas. Product details: Scale: 1/16 Subject: U.S. military storage cases, Type 4 Manufacturer: Legend Productions Product number: LF3D16020 Supplied unpainted Suitable for vehicle stowage and diorama scenes Painting and finishing materials are sold separately.

Product Highlight: Testors Enamel 1/4oz-Flat Light Tan #1170GaelHobbies

Product Highlight: Testors Enamel 1/4oz-Flat Light Tan #1170

TESTORS · 1/1 · Paint Testors ¼ oz. enamel paints come in over 45 popular colors in the Iconic glass bottle. Flat Light Tan brings out great highlights in figures, armor and is great for the lighting details on aircraft, ships and space craft. The enamel provides a solid layer of protection for your parts. Testors enamel paints are great for plastic models. For household projects: Stone, Metal, Styrofoam Crafts: Wax, Glass, Paper, Fabric, Wood Excellent for either brush painting or air brushing if thinned Covers well, flows smoothly with no blushing or fading, and blends well with other co

Product Highlight: 1/25 Revell 1969 Chevy Nova SS 2n1 KitGaelHobbies

Product Highlight: 1/25 Revell 1969 Chevy Nova SS 2n1 Kit

REVELL · 1/25 · Auto 1/25 Revell 1969 Chevy Nova SS 2n1 Kit

Product Highlight: Eternal Sailor Chibi Moon (ver. A) "Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Cosmos the Movie" Bandai Spirits Q PosketGaelHobbies

Product Highlight: Eternal Sailor Chibi Moon (ver. A) "Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Cosmos the Movie" Bandai Spirits Q Posket

BANDAI · 1/1 · Figures GaelHobbies features this great collectible Eternal Sailor Chibi Moon (ver. A) "Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Cosmos the Movie" Bandai Spirits Q Posket. Q posket has a new addition from "Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Cosmos the Movie" introducing Eternal Sailor Chibi Moon (Ver. A)! Chibi Moon stands at approximately 5.1" tall in a cute pose She features big, expressive doll-like eyes that bring out her charm Be sure to collect and add to your display of Q posket!

Product Highlight: 1/32 SWS Ho229B Horten Flying Wing #24GaelHobbies

Product Highlight: 1/32 SWS Ho229B Horten Flying Wing #24

SWS · 1/32 · Aircraft SWS 1/32 Horten Ho 229B Flying Wing — Premium WWII-Era Jet Prototype Model Kit This spectacular 1:32-scale model kit captures one of WWII aviation’s boldest “what if” designs — the legendary wing-only jet fighter/bomber from late-war Germany. It’s ideal for serious modelers and aviation enthusiasts who want a centerpiece build with exceptional detail, engineering realism, and deep historical intrigue.  🛠️ What’s in the Box & Key Features Scale: 1:32 — large enough for fine detail and an impressive display presence (wingspan ~ 525 mm, length ~ 283 mm, height ~ 112 mm). 

Product Highlight: 1/72 Legend Productions WWII U.S. Fuel Can Set (40ea) #LF7212GaelHobbies

Product Highlight: 1/72 Legend Productions WWII U.S. Fuel Can Set (40ea) #LF7212

LEGEND · 1/72 · Figures 1/72 Legend Productions WWII U.S. Fuel Can Set (40ea) #LF7212 Add authentic logistical equipment to your WWII models with the 1/72 Legend Productions U.S. Fuel Can Set (#LF7212). This detail accessory set represents the standard U.S. military fuel cans, commonly known as jerry cans, used extensively by Allied forces during World War II to transport gasoline for vehicles and equipment in the field. The set includes 40 finely cast resin fuel cans, accurately reproducing the characteristic design of American wartime fuel containers. Each can features crisp details such as

Product Highlight: SWS 1/144 IMS Batsh the Black KnightGaelHobbies

Product Highlight: SWS 1/144 IMS Batsh the Black Knight

SWS · 1/144 · Mecha This scale model kit includes a large skid and detailed weapon set to go along with your display. The opening of The Five Star Stories is colorfully decorated by the battle between the protagonist, MORTAR HEADD (MH) and the L.E.D. MIRAGE. Meister Rumiran Kurosubin, among many other masterpieces, is the creator of the MHs ENGAGE and the BERLIN of the Colus Empire. Created through the collaboration between Meister Rumiran Kurosubin and the great Meight Morado, the MH BATSCH was developed to be paired with the Fatima Est. Its outstanding capabilities in MH battles ensured tha

Product Highlight: 1/32 SWS Douglas AD-6 (A-1H) Skyraider No.23GaelHobbies

Product Highlight: 1/32 SWS Douglas AD-6 (A-1H) Skyraider No.23

SWS · 1/32 · Aircraft GaelHobbies features the latest Zoukei-Mura 1/32 kit, the 1/32 SWS Douglas AD-6 (A-1H) Skyraider No.23! This kit includes: Scale: 1/32 scale Product Type: Two-color molded (gray, clear) injection plastic kit Sculpted by: ZOUKEI-MURA Size: Height: approx. 116 mm, Width: approx. 477 mm, Length: approx. 368 mm Total Parts: 480 Includes: Decal, Masking Sheet Previously, the US Navy had distinguished between bombers (SB/Scout Bomber) and torpedo bombers (TB/Torpedo Bomber) and assigned separate aircraft to each of them. However, with the idea of having pilots carry out all mi

Product Highlight: 1/32 Legend Production WW2 US B-17 Tail Gunner #LF3224GaelHobbies

Product Highlight: 1/32 Legend Production WW2 US B-17 Tail Gunner #LF3224

LEGEND · 1/32 · Figures GaelHobbies features Legend Production incredibly detailed 1/32 Legend Production WW2 US B-17 Tail Gunner #LF3224. A meticulously crafted resin accessory set designed for scale model enthusiasts looking to enhance their builds with exceptional detail and realism. This set includes a finely detailed figure tailored to replicate authentic features, making it a perfect addition for historical and modern dioramas or vehicle models. Legend Production is renowned for producing high-quality resin figures, accessories, and detail-up kits for scale modeling enthusiasts. Establ

Product Highlight: Tamiya 10ml-1/3oz Acrylic Mini XF-25 Matte Light Sea Gray #81725GaelHobbies

Product Highlight: Tamiya 10ml-1/3oz Acrylic Mini XF-25 Matte Light Sea Gray #81725

TAMIYA · 1/1 · Paint Tamiya acrylic paints are made from water-soluble acrylic resins and are excellent for either brush painting or air-brushing. These paints can be used on styrene resins, Styrofoam, wood, plus all of the common model plastics. The paint covers well, flows smoothly, and can be blended easily. Prior to curing, paint can be washed away with plain water. When airbrushing make sure to use any of the following Tamiya thinners: 81020, 81030, 81040, 81520, 87077. X designated colors have a glossy finish while XF designated colors are flat finish. The paint can be thinned for air

Product Highlight: Vallejo 17ml Model Air U.K. Azure (71.108)GaelHobbies

Product Highlight: Vallejo 17ml Model Air U.K. Azure (71.108)

VALLEJO · Paint Matt acrylic colors, water-based and especially formulated for airbrushing. The Model Air color range contains the most complete selection of the military colors used in recent history, including the colors of WWI, WWII and up to the present. Each color is based on extensive research by our experts of the existing and previous military references so as to offer the modeler the highest possible historical accuracy. Model Air is used directly or diluted with Vallejo Airbrush Thinner or Flow Improver. It is recommended to first prime the surface, and then apply Model Air in sever

Product Highlight: Vallejo 18ml Model Color Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816)GaelHobbies

Product Highlight: Vallejo 18ml Model Color Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816)

VALLEJO · 1/1 · Paint Vallejo has introduced a new formulation that will surprise you with its amazing brushability, excellent opacity and superb matt finish. You will notice that the colors dry quickly, forming a homogeneous and self-leveling layer that respects the smallest detail present in your model. In fact, we recommend applying them on a previously primed surface. Packaging: Model Color is presented in bottles of 18 ml/0.6 fl oz with eyedropper. This packaging prevents the paint from evaporating and drying in the container, so that It can be used in minimal quantities and preserved fo

Product Highlight: 1/35 Legend Production Sgt Rob (18 Bravo) in Iraq #LF0137GaelHobbies

Product Highlight: 1/35 Legend Production Sgt Rob (18 Bravo) in Iraq #LF0137

LEGEND · 1/35 · Figures GaelHobbies features Legend Production incredibly detailed 1/35 Legend Production Sgt Rob (18 Bravo) in Iraq #LF0137. A meticulously crafted resin accessory set designed for scale model enthusiasts looking to enhance their builds with exceptional detail and realism. This set includes finely detailed heads tailored to replicate authentic features, making it a perfect addition for historical and modern dioramas or vehicle models. Legend Production is renowned for producing high-quality resin figures, accessories, and detail-up kits for scale modeling enthusiasts. Establ

Product Highlight: Guillows Messerschmitt BF109 24 3/8"Wingspan Kit#GaelHobbies

Product Highlight: Guillows Messerschmitt BF109 24 3/8"Wingspan Kit#

GUILLOWS · 1/5 · Balsa Balsa Wood Construction Model: Designed to be built as a magnificent static display model or a flying rubber powered model. Laser cut balsa wood parts cement together to make the aircraft framework, then tissue is used for the outer covering. Kit Features: 24 3/8" (61.91cm) Wingspan Scale: 3/4" = 1' Detailed and easy to follow building plans and instruction sheet A complete set of Beautiful Decals Clean Laser Cut Balsa Parts Clay for Balancing the Model Reinforced Wire and Vinyl Landing Gear plus generous quantities of strip and balsa stock Scale WW2 Plastic Whee

Product Highlight: AMMO Brushes for Weathering Diorama Brush Set Pigment, Flat,Round #MIG-7611GaelHobbies

Product Highlight: AMMO Brushes for Weathering Diorama Brush Set Pigment, Flat,Round #MIG-7611

AMMO · 1/1 · Paint A comprehensive range of brushes for weathering all aspects of buildings and terrain. The ideal selection of brush shapes and sizes for accurately applying the base colours of your scenes, as well as pigments, washes, and the drybrush technique in dioramas and vignettes of any subject and scale. For care and maintenance, we recommend first cleaning with the appropriate thinner for the type of paint used. Once completed, use the special soap Long Live the Brushes A.MIG-8579 to preserve your brushes.  This set includes the following AMMO brush references: A.MIG-8702          

Product Highlight: Testors Enamel 1/4oz-Flat Sky Blue #1162GaelHobbies

Product Highlight: Testors Enamel 1/4oz-Flat Sky Blue #1162

TESTORS · 1/1 · Paint Testors' ¼ oz. enamel paints come in over 45 popular colors in the Iconic glass bottle. Flat Sky Blue is popular for diorama builders, auto, and armor. Testors enamel paints are great for plastic models. For household projects: Stone, Metal, Styrofoam Crafts: Wax, Glass, Paper, Fabric, Wood Excellent for either brush painting or air brushing if thinned Covers well, flows smoothly with no blushing or fading, and blends well with other colors Jar will not accept standard airbrush lid

Product Highlight: HENSONS Henson's Flying Machines Se5a 22 inch Peanut Laser-Cut [FREE-FLIGHT] Balsa KitGaelHobbies

Product Highlight: HENSONS Henson's Flying Machines Se5a 22 inch Peanut Laser-Cut [FREE-FLIGHT] Balsa Kit

HENSONS · Balsa 22 inch wingspan wingspan all balsa Se5a RFC model. This beautiful historical WW1 Aces tribute model enjoys full balsa easy construction and flies with rubber power. Modeled after the famous fighter plane of the RFC and WW1 the Se5a is a beautifully crafted model that is satisfying and rewarding to build. Can be converted to Capacitor power or Micro RC Create A Miniature Se5a Fighter Plane Model The Fun Way with this detailed Wooden Aircraft Model Kit! - 22 Inch Wingspan - All laser cut construction - Special Acid-free tissue covering in 2 colours- No dope needed! Henson’s Fl

Product Highlight: Tamiya 10ml-1/3oz Acrylic Mini X-28 Park Green #81528GaelHobbies

Product Highlight: Tamiya 10ml-1/3oz Acrylic Mini X-28 Park Green #81528

TAMIYA · 1/1 · Paint Tamiya acrylic paints are made from water-soluble acrylic resins and are excellent for either brush painting or airbrushing. These paints can be used on styrene resins, Styrofoam, wood, plus all the common model plastics. The paint covers well, flows smoothly, and can be blended easily. Prior to curing, paint can be washed away with plain water. When airbrushing be certain to use any of the following Tamiya thinners: Items-81020, 81030, 81040, 81520, 87077. Tamiya bottle paint label meanings and quick tips: • X appointed colors have a glossy finish while XF designated

Product Highlight: Tamiya 10ml-1/3oz Acrylic Mini XF-65 Field Grey #81765GaelHobbies

Product Highlight: Tamiya 10ml-1/3oz Acrylic Mini XF-65 Field Grey #81765

TAMIYA · 1/1 · Paint Tamiya acrylic paints are made from water-soluble acrylic resins and are excellent for either brush painting or air-brushing. These paints can be used on styrene resins, Styrofoam, wood, plus all of the common model plastics. The paint covers well, flows smoothly, and can be blended easily. Prior to curing, paint can be washed away with plain water. When airbrushing make sure to use any of the following Tamiya thinners: 81020, 81030, 81040, 81520, 87077. X designated colors have a glossy finish while XF designated colors are flat finish. The paint can be thinned for air

Product Highlight: 1/100 Bandai RX-0 Unicorn Gundam (MG)GaelHobbies

Product Highlight: 1/100 Bandai RX-0 Unicorn Gundam (MG)

BANDAI · 1/100 · Gundam The latest Bluefin Bandai Gundam, the 1/100 RX-0 Unicorn Master Grade. Includes Shield and backpack. Detailed markings, and newly designed head to support the various configurations.

Product Highlight: 1/12 Bandai Karmen Rider GeizGaelHobbies

Product Highlight: 1/12 Bandai Karmen Rider Geiz

BANDAI · 1/12 · Figures Checkout Kamen Rider Geiz from the 20th title "Kamen Rider Zi-O". Bandai released this Figure-rise Standard kit with all of the detail required for a great build! The complex coloring of his suit has been recreated through the use of separate parts, and the kit features parts with extra finish processing and clear parts. The joints feature a wide range of motion so you can recreate many poses from the series. The weapon of choice for Karmen Rider Geiz, the Zikan Zax, comes in both Bow Mode as well as Axe Mode. Includes: Zikan Zax (Bow Mode, Axe Mode) Gripping hand (ri

Product Highlight: AMMO ATOM ACRYLIC COLOR 20mL Desert Sand (FS27043) #ATOM-20007GaelHobbies

Product Highlight: AMMO ATOM ACRYLIC COLOR 20mL Desert Sand (FS27043) #ATOM-20007

AMMO · 1/1 · Paint GaelHobbies features Ammo by Mig Jimenez ATOM Model Paints – High Performance for Brush & Airbrush The ATOM paint range is a breakthrough in hobby paints, combining the smooth flow of lacquers with the safety of a water-based, non-toxic, and odourless formula. Specially designed for scale modelling, these paints deliver maximum performance whether applied by brush or airbrush, ensuring strong coverage, rich colour intensity, and a perfectly smooth finish that won’t hide fine details. For best results, we recommend mixing with 30% ATOM Cleaner & Thinner (ATOM-20500) or Clean

Product Highlight: AMMO ATOM ACRYLIC COLOR 20mL Graugrün RLM74 (FS14077) #ATOM-20157GaelHobbies

Product Highlight: AMMO ATOM ACRYLIC COLOR 20mL Graugrün RLM74 (FS14077) #ATOM-20157

AMMO · 1/1 · Paint GaelHobbies features Ammo by Mig Jimenez ATOM Model Paints – High Performance for Brush & Airbrush The ATOM paint range is a breakthrough in hobby paints, combining the smooth flow of lacquers with the safety of a water-based, non-toxic, and odourless formula. Specially designed for scale modelling, these paints deliver maximum performance whether applied by brush or airbrush, ensuring strong coverage, rich colour intensity, and a perfectly smooth finish that won’t hide fine details. For best results, we recommend mixing with 30% ATOM Cleaner & Thinner (ATOM-20500) or Clean