Trumpeter Models sends us an initial announcement of the planned February release of the French battleship, Jean Bart, 1950, in 1/700 scale plastic, 100% NEWLY TOOLED!

Do you like 1/700 resin kits? WSW’s latest releases offer something for everyone. Do you like modern Russian subs? Then take a look at the 1/700 Victor and Quebec class kits. Maybe World War II combatants is your preference. If so, you like the late war German S-boats and the British HMS Winchester. Maybe you’re a Civil War buff. Well, you’ll love the Monitor and Virginia.

Have you Old Mo' or the New Jersey on your bench? Be sure to check out these new turned brass barrel sets now in stock at Battlefleet Models!

Are you looking to model a post war USN fleet boat? Take a look at this. Iron Bottom Sound announces the release of their 1/144 scale Electric Boat step sail.. With this resin sail you can convert your Trumpeter Gato in to a post-war Fleet Snorkel boat. The retail price for this conversion sail is $39.50.

Working with their much publicized Takao, Aoshima Models announces the release of their 1/350 IJN Heavy Cruisers Atago and Maya. These sisters shared similar fates during the Battle of Leyte Gulf. While sailing through the Palawan Passage, the Atago and Maya were torpedoed by the US subs Darter and Dace, respectfully. The Atago, Kurita’s flagship, was sunk while the Maya was damaged to the point that she had to withdraw.

Veteran Model announces the release of their 1/350 Resin Ship Fittings. With Veteran’s new line, you can outfit your 1/350 Arliegh Burke class destroyer in style. Also included in this line is post war USN anti-air guns. Let’s take a closer look at what they offer.

This just in. Dragon Models announces the November release of the 1/700 HMS Sheffield Premium Edition. Honoring the 25th anniversary of the Falklands War, Dragon brings the modeler a very nice upgraded kit of the first ship lost in combat in 40 years, at that time. Retail cost has yet to be announced.

Go back in time to battle the German Wehrmacht in the Great Patriotic War with the Soviet Naval Troops (Marines). MiniArt Limited proudly announces the upcoming release of their 1/35 injection molded Soviet Naval Troops. This kit includes one officer and four sailors. Retail price ~ TBA.

Much has been made of the tragic end to the mighty HMS Hood. Hood’s final configuration is a popular subject with ship modelers. But the legend of this mighty battlecruiser goes far beyond the Denmark Strait. Pit-Road Models in partnership with Trumpeter, proudly introduces the release of their 1/700 1931 HMS Hood. This injection molded kit, which gives the modeler the choice of full hull or waterline, will retail for $36.98.

Known for their beautiful metal figures, Andrea Miniatures is proud to announce their new line of 1/72 World War II u-boat crews. These finely cast white metal figures offer the ship modeler a choice of depicting their u-boat’s crew either working on deck with the officers and NCOs or lining for inspection upon entering the harbor after a successful cruise. Each of these kits will sell for the retail price of $26.95.

Are you in need of modeling supplies and tools but the budget is tight? Hobby Lobby’s weekly sale may be of some help if you know where to look. Let’s look at the sales in three different departments and see if there is anything you may need. This sale runs for the week of September 10 through September 15.

This just in from Japan. Hasegawa Models is the first to announce dedicated photo etch sets for their 1/350 IJN Nagato. These sets are due out in November. Retail price is to be announced. Let’s take a closer look at what Hasegawa has to offer.

NEWS just in from our mate Harry Abbott, owner/chief resin pourer of Battlefleet Models, of the arrival of his new stock of turned brass barrels and ships masts!

Hasegawa Models latest release and announcement of the much anticipated and talked about 1/350 scale IJN Nagato is once again the focus of this NEWS update. This time we take a look at the fine lady all painted up!

This just in. Cottage Industry Models proudly announces the release of their 1/24 C.S.S. H. L. Hunley submarine.. This fully updated, cutaway edition is nicely molded in resin and white metal. The retail cost for this kit is $239.95

News from Japan. Pit-Road Models proudly announces the release of their 1/700 IJN DD Hibiki w/Photo Etched Parts. This nicely detailed 1/700 model is of the IJN destroyer Hibiki as she appeared in 1945. Pit-Road gives the modeler a variety of choices when building this kit.Can be built as either a full-hull or waterline model, as well as a pre- or post-upgrade version. This release also includes a fret of photo-etched metal detail parts.

Britannia rules the waves in Osprey Publishing’s December release. In The Royal Navy 1793–1815, you will learn about the combat mission, organization, command, control, communication and intelligence gathering of the strong arm of the British Empire. As part of the “Battle Orders” series, the retail cost will be $23.95.

News from Germany. H-P Models is proud to announce their latest upcoming release, the French Navy aircraft carrier Foch. This 1/700 scale kit will represent the Foch in her 1981 configuration. Retail cost will be $245.00.

Are you a fan of JMSDF ships? If you are, then Pit-Road Models has a deal for you. Pit-Road takes an innovative approach to ship modeling in offering three different upgrades of the 1/700 JMSDF DDG-168 Tachikaze. No matter your skill level or price range, Pit-Road has a version for you.

Building Hasegawa's 1/350 scale Yukikaze? Well here's a new upgrade set from Eduard that will enhance both the accuracy and overall looks of your finished subject!

This just in from L'Arsenal Models. Fresh from the molds is the new modern 1/400 Agosta diesel submarine. This attack sub equipped the French Navy during the 70's - 90's.

News form Germany. BMK brings us news of two very nice turned brass aftermarket accessories for scale ship building. First up are two replacement mast for 1/700 Kombrig kits. The other release is a very nice set of 15” main gun barrels for WEM HMS Hood turrets.

Patrol the North Atlantic in search of the Kaiser’s Navy in these beautiful yet deadly French warships. Kombrig Models sends us new of two very interesting releases in their World War I era ship line, the 1/700 Danton class Voltaire and the six stack Armored Cruiser Jeanne d'Arc.

Paper, card stock models...interested?
I find this modeling media quite fascinating!

Here's a chance to maybe get into a very different side of ship modeling, with a free complete download, including all parts and diagrams, of the Lilla Veneda - a small coastal ferry from the Polish Baltic fleet in the 1960s!

Pit-Road Models sends us interesting news about their upcoming 1/700 releases. Launch a daring attack or patrol the South and Central Pacific with the USS Hornet CV-8, USS North Carolina (1944 fit) and the USS The Sullivans.

Hot on the heels of their previous four-stackers, Mirage Models announces the release of 6 new destroyer kits. From the Atlantic to the Pacific, the White Ensign to the Rising Sun, these new kits offer something for everyone.

Advance News in from Trumpeter Models, of a new 1/700 scale, WWII Cruiser, New Orleans CA-32, 1942. Expect this release to be available around January 2008.

Take a little closer look inside the box at Dragon Models Limited new "Premium Edition" kit, the HMS Illustrious.

Gator’s Paint Masks works to stay up to date with providing paint masks for the latest kit releases. Gator has done it again, this time with the 1/700 AK-23/AKA-6 Alchiba MS 12 Mod Paint Masks.

Are you a fan of large scale World War I ships? Are you looking to give your kit’s deck the appearance of real wood? Then you will be interested in what Vector Cut has to offer.

Are you wanting to build a particular Japanese navy ship but don’t have the markings for it? Pit-Road Models has released another “model project saver” in their 1/700 decal series, this time Japanese Navy Decal Set.

In to super-detailing World War II IJN ships? Looking to add range finders to your current builds? Hasegawa Models has just what you need. IJN Photo etch Rangefinders.

Are you a fan of IJN aircraft carriers? Are you wanting a way to reproduce the beautiful natural wood flight decks? Look no further. Fujimi Models now offers a 1/700 Flight deck decal set.

Complementing the upcoming releases of Trumpeter’s 1/350 USS Massachusetts and Alabama, Tom’s Modelworks announces their latest photo etch set, 1/350 USS Massachusetts and Alabama.

Has this ever happened to you? You are finally getting that chance to build your favorite 1/700 aircraft carrier and you’re wanting to give it a full compliment of planes. You scrape together all the necessary types of aircraft only to realize that the decals have gone bad or, even worse, they’re missing! Don’t panic. Pit-Road Models has released the latest in their 1/700 decal series, WW2 Aircraft Decals Set.

Hasegawa Models latest unveiling and announcement of the much anticipated 1/350 scale, IJN Nagato, is the focus of this NEWS update, with a second batch of images!

Exclusive from Battlefleet Models. Harry Abbott (Harry_at_BFM) proudly announces BFM's next release - 1/700 AK-23 Alchiba, as fitted during the Guadalcanal Campaign. Due out in mid September, this kit will also include PE and brass rod, 9 paletted supplies and 5 LCVP's. Retail cost will be $70.00.

Square off with the Japanese battle line in Surigao Strait with H-P Models 1/700 USS Maryland. This resin kit has all the qualities we've come to expect from H-P Models. Cast in her 1944/45 fit, the Maryland will retail for $135.00 and is due out in September 2007.

Go back in time and defend the German Empire with the Kaiser’s Navy light cruisers. H-P Models announced the late release in their WWI-Kaiserliche Marine series. Finely cast in resin, the 1/700 SMS Dresden and the SMS Emden are scheduled to be release in late August. Retail cost - $60.00 each.

News from merry old England. John Snyder is pleased to announce the upcoming release of White Ensign Models 1/700 E & F Class Destroyer Photo Etch for Tamiya’s E class destroyer kit. Once again, Peter Hall has done a magnificent job in bringing us another nice photo etch set. Estimated release date for this set is early September.

H-P Models sends us news of three new 1/700 London Class Cruisers. These nicely molded resin kits include the HMS London, the HMS Sussex and the proud HMS Dorsetshire of sinking of the Bismarck fame. All three of these kits are scheduled sometime in the near future.

News to you? Pit-Road Models offers the scale modeler a very interesting selection of 1/700 White Metal Aircraft and Vehicles. These kits accessories will compliment all types of ships and lend themselves to a variety of diorama possibilities.

This just in. The CMK/Artmaster Maritime Line has hit the stores! Take the time to look at the wonderful offerings while you think of all the diorama possibilities.

Ahoy mates. H-P Models sends us news of four more interesting 1/700 AA Battery Ships. This time it's the 1944 Niobe and Undine, the 1943-44 Ariadne and the 1940-45 Arcona.

Need something different to mix things up on your bench?

This story is geared especially towards a side of modeling that doesn't get as much attention as it really should, and this company's products just might change your mind about paper card models!

JSC Models, Poland, is a company that specializes in the production of high quality paper card-stock models, in many scales, types, and variation of subject.

Looking to depict Kido Butai in it's early years? Aoshima Models announces the releases of their 1/700 Japanese Type 96 Carrier Aircraft kit.

News From Germany. H-P Models sends us news of their latest release, 1/700 Kriegsmarine Floating AA Batteries. These kits will be released starting at the end of August.

NEWS and sneek peek prototype images in from Taiwanese resin ship kit manufacturer Veteran Models!

The company's latest effort, "R.O.C. NAVY Keelung Class Destroyer" will be offered in 1/350 scale resin.

MSW Exclusive. Harry Abbott from Battlefleet Models sends us news of his latest release, 1/700 Capella Class AK Cargo Ship. Packed full of extras, this is another fine kit from Battlefleet Models.

In today's news from Japan, Seals Model announces that they have retooled their 1/700 Icebreaker Shirase. Seals Model proudly offers models of ships that make up their maritime history, including those of Antarctic exploration. Also in their 1/700 plastic line up is the Antarctic ship Soya.