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Korean Air War:

Sabres, MiGs and Meteors, 1950-53 Napier. The aerial aspect of the Korean War was the rst large-scale combat between high-performance jet aircraft. It marked the transition between the piston-engined aircraft of WWII and the jet aircraft of modern times. Examining the Korean War chronologically, this title includes parts played by the North Korean, Chinese, and Soviet air forces, as well as the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, and U.S. Marines. 320 pages, photos throughout, 8"x 10", hardcover. #706968 $39.95

F-51D Mustang Kit

F-86F-30 Sabre Kit

The F-86 was the USAF rst swept-wing jet ghter, making its initial ight in October 1947, and played a major part in the Korean War. This 1/18 2-Foot wingspan! scale plastic kit replicates the F-86F-30 Sabre and features a clear canopy, a pilot gure, authentic USAF decals, engraved panel lines, realistic surface details, and easy-to-follow assembly guide. Assembly required, 190+ pieces, skill level 3, 24½" wingspan. #706925 $129.95190+ pieces, skill level 3, 24½" wingspan.

Sabre Models

These 1/110 scale, die cast models replicate a pair of Sabre aircraft, one own replicate a pair of Sabre aircraft, one own by John Glenn in the last year of the Korean War, and a Canadair Sabre own by Korean War, and a Canadair Sabre own by 1/110 SCALE the RCAF Golden Hawks aerobatic ying team. the RCAF Golden Hawks aerobatic ying team. They feature bright paint schemes and authentic They feature bright paint schemes and authentic markings, engraved panel lines, glazed markings, engraved panel lines, glazed canopy, realistic surface details, and include a nameplate display stand. 4" wingspan. $29.95 each A: F-86F Sabre “MiG Mad Marine” – Flown by Maj. John Glenn, Korea, 1953. #702124 B: RCAF Canadair Sabre – Flown by the RCAF Golden Hawks demo team, 1960s. #707042

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U.S. Army Fixed Wing Aircraft

With a focus on Korea and Vietnam, this 6-chapter program examines the xed wing aircraft of the U.S. Army. See the transition from the USAAF to its own separate branch Air Force (that took most of its modern warbirds with it) and the response by the Army for safe and reliable transports. Witness action footage of aircraft from the C-7 Caribou and OV-1 Mohawk to the U-1 Otter and U-6 Beaver. 1 hr. 27 min. #702145 $OV-1 Mohawk to the U-1 Otter and U-6 Beaver. 1 hr. 27 min 19.95 This 1/32 scale plastic kit recre1/32 Scale – ates the F-51D 14" Wingspan! Mustang and features markings for the U.S. and Korea. It also includes six wing machine guns, underbelly radiators, landing gear, moving ailerons, a detailed cockpit interior, pilot gures, and HVAR rockets. Assembly required. Skill level 5. 14" wingspan. #706073 $Assembly required. Skill level 5. 14" wingspan. 239.95

P-51 Mustang Facemask

Make a bold statement with this patriotic facemask! Made of 100% polyester, with adjustable straps. Machine washable, and these colors don’t run, either! #706813 $12.95

Over 20" wingspan!

#707050

$249.95

P/F-82G Twin Mustang Mustang Display Display Model Model

This 1/32 scale display model, replicating the Twin model, replicating the Twin Mustang, is handcrafted from Mustang, is handcrafted from mahogany and features a mahogany and features a polished black paint polished black paint scheme. It includes a scheme. It includes a wooden display base wooden display base with description. with description. 20½" wingspan. 20½" wingspan.

Images of War: Twin Mustang The North American F-82 at War Carey. Arriving too late to see service during WWII, the long-range North American F-82 – the last mass-produced propeller-driven U.S. ghter – was used during the Korean War and a host of other engagements. Lavishly illustrated, this volume traces the developmental, operational, and combat history of that unique American aircraft. 128 pages, 120 B&W photos and illustrations, 7½"x 9½", softcover. #36460 $24.95

1909-1958 “Pound of Wheaties” Penny Set

This one-pound set includes roughly 150 coins – each one a Lincoln "wheat cent" struck from 19091958. No two sets will be alike, though each includes the popular 1943 steel penny. Comes in a pouch. Circulated. 19mm diameter. #102332 $19.95

Great for Collectors of All ages!

1950 Chevrolet BelAir

This 1/24 scale, die cast model of Chevy’s twodoor Bel-Air hardtop from 1950, comes in a classic yellow paint scheme with coordinating whitewall tires 1/24 SCALE and gleaming chrome accents. It also features opening doors, trunk and hood (revealing an accurate engine), steerable wheels, and collectible window-box packaging. 8" long. #406191 $24.95

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