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2nd October 2021



THE BOY'S BOOK OF AIRFIX

by Arthur Ward






Founded in 1939 by Hungarian Nicholas Kove, Airfix holds a unique appeal for boys (and girls) of all ages and has been part of the fabric of childhood for generations. Packed with photos of the kits from the 1950s to the present,this Book is a nostalgic look at one of the greatest brands ever. In addition to the history behind the models it tells of the dramatic twists and turns of the Airfix saga. In 2006 it looked as if the great name might disappear forever when it languished in receivership, only for the company to be rescued by Hornby. If you were ever responsible for sending an Airfix Messerschmit to a fiery doom from your bedroom window, this book is for you!

Fine in d/w - 192pp, c200
colour & b/w illustrations

Ebury Press, 2009
ISBN 9780091928988

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Web No:
37355-01

£18.00




THE VULCAN STORY 1952-2002

by Tim Laming






An updated account of the famous "V" Bomber, the front line strike aircraft of the RAF from the 1950s until the 1980s. This is its story, with anecdotes and recollections from those who tested, flew and supported it, together with details of Vulcan operations. These include nuclear strike readiness, participation in the 'Red Flag' competitions in the U.S, and the incredible 'Black Buck' missions during the 1982 Falklands War. The book includes full technical data and operational details plus a facsimile of the official RAF Aircrew Manual.

Reprint of Cassell edition

Fine in d/w - Large format, 230pp,
120 photos, 45 drawings

Silverdale Books, 2002
ISBN 185605701

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Web No.
17537-01

£20.00




SOUTH EAST ASIA COMMAND

by  Peter G. Dancey



The author tells the story of the air war in South-east Asia from 1941 to 1945 with a summary of the main South East Asia Command RAF units in World War II, plus details of the build-up of RAF operations in SEAC.

New in card cover - A4 format,
34pp, numerous illustrations

Galago, 2004
ISBN 9780946995677

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Web No.
34089-01

£6.00
 



 

THE F-4 PHANTOM

by Martin W. Bowman






The Phantom was developed for the US Navy as a long-range all-weather fighter and first flew in May 1958. It became operational in 1961. The US Air Force then realised that the Navy had an aircraft that was far better than any tactical aircraft in their inventory and ordered 543 F-4C variants. There then followed a spate of orders from around the world. In Britain, it was ordered for the Navy and Air Force, but was modified to take the Rolls-Royce Spey turbofan. One of the Royal Navy's Phantoms stole the record for the fastest Atlantic crossing, a record that stood until taken by the remarkable Blackbird.

Images of War Series

New in card cover - 117pp, 120 b/w photos
Pen & Sword, 2019
ISBN 9781526705761

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Web No.
37987-01

£14.99
 

 


 

THE BOBCAT APC IN CANADIAN SERVICE

by Doug Knight






Another volume in Service Publications series on Canadian Weapons of War. The small, card covered volume describes development of the ill-fated Bobcat Armored Personnel Carrier of the 1960s. After many cost over-runs the project (which had originated in 1954) was terminated in November, 1963 and US M113 APCs were ordered in its place.

New in card cover - 24pp,
21 b/w photos, 4-view plan

Service Publications, 2007
ISBN 9781894581479

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Web No.
35056-01

£8.00

 



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 The Editor's Choice:


THE END OF THE RUSSIAN IMPERIAL ARMY: VOLUME II

by Alan K. Wildman


Web No.
18344-01

£60.00


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