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G'day Benchers!  Dave, Ian and Julian are joined by Robert to bring you the latest news of whats happening in the modelling world including the latest gossip from the “Falcon”.

And in a special interview we have Al Murray, author, comedian and the other half of the famous duo from the wildly successful podcast “We have ways of making you talk”.

So sit back and enjoy!

Don’t forget for our On The Bench listeners the Scale Modellers Supply is offering a 10% discount on all orders from their website…..tune in to find out about this fantastic offer!

Welcome to Episode 61 Sponsored by Goodman Models. Hosts Stuart Clark Geoff Heyland Terry Miesle *************************************** LATEST NEWS Moosaroo cup is underway! Stuart’s inbox review is at https://scalemodelpodcast.com/news/avro-cierva-c-30a-inbox-look-for-moosaroo-cup-ii/ World Model Expo moved to 2022 https://www.wme2020.com/11th-world-model-expo-postponed-to-2022/ Big container ship lost quite a few containers due to a storm.  Andy’s Hobby Headquarters talks about this and the […]

Our media friends over at RC Driver Online have just posted their overview of our NEW X-SA (Expert Semi-Assembled) Lunch Box. They take a deep dive into what this series is all about for new and old Tamiya RC fans alike. Take a look at the deep dive here. RC Driver Online

Here is a quick inbox review of my entry for the Moosaroo Cup this year. Miniart’s 1/35 Avro Cierva C.30A Civilian Service. Thanks to Lightspeed Global and IPMS Hamilton for supplying the kits this year.    

The McLaren Senna is one of the hottest hypercars to hit streets. Titled after the legendary F1 racer Ayrton Senna, this stunning ride boasts some amazing aero work to help harness the monstrous 789hp twin-turbocharged V8 engine.

We've teamed up with McLaren to bring you an amazing replica of this ride in 1/24 scale. It features a full engine and transmission, braking, interior, beautiful wheels and tires and a multi-piece body with tons of vents, scoops, wings and intakes!

We've provided the recommended tools and paints here as well as a load of detailed pictures down below.

24355 Tamiya McLaren Senna Model Kit

Recommended Tools:
87182 Tamiya Extra-Thin Cement (Quick Setting)
87038 Tamiya Extra-Thin Cement
74123 Tamiya Sharp Pointed Side Cutter
69930 Tamiya Modeler's Knife
74112 Tamiya Fine Pin Vise
42304 Tamiya Damper Piston Drill Bit Set
74003 Tamiya Angled Tweezers
74005 Tamiya Curved Scissors
74104 Tamiya Basic File Set - Smooth

Recommended Paints:
82101 Tamiya LP-1 Black
82105 Tamiya LP-5 Semi-Gloss Black
82108 Tamiya LP-8 Pure Yellow
82142 Tamiya LP-42 Mica Red
82163 Tamiya LP-63 Titanium Silver
81510 Tamiya X-10 Gunmetal
81514 Tamiya X-14 Sky Blue

Alrighty - let's take a closer look at what comes in the box!

G'day Benchers!  Dave, Ian and Julian bring you the latest news of whats happening in the modelling world including the latest gossip from the “Falcon”. Lots of questions and feed back in our very full mailbag this episode.

We hope everyone had a great and safe Thanksgiving Day! Today we have put a few select items on sale for Black Friday! All items qualify for FREE SHIPPING! Sale starts today. Ends on December 11th!

24343 Ferrari FXX K

24346 Ford GT

24347 LaFerrari Yellow Version

24349 Toyota Gazoo Racing TS050

42326 RC TA07 MS Chassis Kit

42364 RC TA07 MSX Chassis Kit

47374 RC Ferrari 312T3

47381 RC Super Astute 2018

47383 RC Isuzu mu Type X CC01 Black Metallic

47390 RC Avante 2011 Black Special

47430 RC Ford Mustang Cobra R 1995

47441 RC Mercedes-Benz G 500 CC-02 Painted Bright Gun Metal

47445 RC TA07RR Chassis Kit

58397 RC Toyota Hilux High Lift

58476 RC JAS Motorsport Honda Civic

58627 RC Mitsubishi Pajero Black Sp. CC01 Black Painted Body

58653 RC 1/18 King Yellow 6x6

58660 RC Dynahead 6x6

58662 RC Comical Grasshopper

58666 RC Comical Hornet

58672 RC Monster Beetle Trail

58673 RC Comical Frog

58675 RC Mercedes-Benz G 500 CC-02

58680 RC Toyota Gazoo Racing TS050

58682 RC 1991 Audi V8 Touring

58686 RC VQS (2020)

60326 North American F-51D Mustang Korean War

61108 Mitsubishi A6M3/3a (ZEKE)

61111 Avro Lancaster B Mk.III Sp.

61118 Grumman F-14D Tomcat

89773 F-117A Nighthawk & U.S. Modern 4x4 Utility Vehicle

For more items ON SALE, check out the "WHAT'S Trending" section on our home page!

Welcome to Episode 60 Sponsored by Goodman Models. Hosts Stuart Clark Anthony Goodman Special Guest Host:  Kerry Traynor of IPMS Canada Kerry started modelling as a young lad and like most modellers, set the hobby aside during secondary school and college. He got back to the hobby after college and has enjoyed it ever since. […]

G'day Benchers!  Dave, Ian and Julian are  back together in the studio!

We have the announcement of the winners for the Golden Sprue awards and try to look at model building Vs model collecting.  Our mailbag as well as whats new in the modelling world including the latest gossip from the “Falcon”.

Don’t forget for our On The Bench listeners the Scale Modellers Supply is offering a 10% discount on all orders from their website…..tune in to find out about this fantastic offer!

Welcome to Episode 59 Sponsored by Goodman Models. Hosts Stuart Clark Geoff Heyland Anthony Goodman Thanks to our latest Patreon Supporter: Chris McLain *************************************** LATEST NEWS Extra Special Super Gargantuan Giveaway – From Seans Custom Model Tools For our Patreon Supporters! Patreon Contest Winners: Trevor Jones Super Mini Microscopic Pocket-Sized Giveaway – Return 2 Kit Form […]

G'day Benchers!  Dave, Ian and Julian are  back with another jam-packed episode.

We have a very special interview with the founders of the new model company Beacon Models,  Will Jayne and Bryan Wall.  We also have our mailbag as well as whats new in the modelling world including the latest gossip from the “Falcon”.

Don’t forget for our On The Bench listeners the Scale Modellers Supply is offering a 10% discount on all orders from their website…..tune in to find out about this fantastic offer!

Hot on the tails of our latest Lotus Super 7 release, we've got another new release from the UK - the Lotus Europa Special! This is actually a re-issue (previously under part number 24212) but still features the "big valve" 126hp 4-cylinder engine, 5-speed transmission and beaufully-detailed body and interior.

The re-issue comes with a new rear wing, additional set of RS Watanabe wheels and a photo-etched parts set that includes some grill parts, brakes, floor pedal, seatbelt items as well as carb funnels.

24358 Tamiya Lotus Europa Special Model Kit

Recommended Tools:
87182 Tamiya Extra-Thin Cement (Quick Setting)
87038 Tamiya Extra-Thin Cement
74123 Tamiya Sharp Pointed Side Cutter
69930 Tamiya Modeler's Knife
74112 Tamiya Fine Pin Vise
42304 Tamiya Damper Piston Drill Bit Set
74003 Tamiya Angled Tweezers
74005 Tamiya Curved Scissors
74104 Tamiya Basic File Set - Smooth

Recommended Paints:
85008 Tamiya TS-8 Italian Red
85014 Tamiya TS-14 Black
85026 Tamiya TS-26 Pure White
85029 Tamiya TS-29 Semi-Gloss Black
81509 Tamiya X-9 Brown
81510 Tamiya X-10 Gunmetal
81511 Tamiya X-11 Chrome Silver
81512 Tamiya X-12 Gold Leaf
81513 Tamiya X-13 Metallic Blue
81518 Tamiya X-18 Semi-Gloss Black
81526 Tamiya X-26 Clear Orange
81527 Tamiya X-27 Clear Red
81531 Tamiya X-31 Titan Gold
81701 Tamiya XF-1 Flat Black
81702 Tamiya XF-2 Flat White
81716 Tamiya XF-16 Flat Aluminum
81754 Tamiya XF-54Dark Sea Gray
81756 Tamiya XF-56 Metallic Gray
81757 Tamiya XF-57 Buff
81785 Tamiya XF-85 Rubber Black
81792miya XF-92ellow Brown

Alrighty - let's take a closer look at what comes in the box!

Welcome to Episode 58. Sponsored by Goodman Models. Hosts Anthony Goodman Terry Miesle Thanks to all of our Patreon Supporters. SMP could not be produced without your support! ************************************** LATEST NEWS 24-Hour Build Returns, see Facebook page for details: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2490663337730074/ Missing parts, Forgotten Shipments? Terry and Anthony discuss the pit-falls of shipping delays, poor communication […]

Celebrate the Halloween season with a handful of spook-tacular savings on these amazing Tamiya rides!

These savings won't last long, so be sure to jump on them before the disappear into the mists...

Tamiya 47305 Toyota Land Cruiser 40 Pickup - GF-01 Chassis
MSRP: $289.00
Halloween Sale Price: $149.00
https://www.tamiyausa.com/shop/110-trucks/rc-toyota-land-cruiser-40-pup/

Tamiya 58397 Hilux High Lift
MSRP: $778.00
Halloween Sale Price: $399.00
https://www.tamiyausa.com/shop/110-trucks/rc-toyota-hilux-high-lift/

Tamiya 58524 Stadium Thunder
MSRP: $269.00
Halloween Sale Price: $139.00
https://www.tamiyausa.com/shop/110-trucks/rc-stadium-thunder/

Tamiya 58564 Toyota Land Cruiser 40 - CC-01 Chassis
MSRP: $454.00
Halloween Sale Price: $199.00
https://www.tamiyausa.com/shop/110-trucks/rc-toyota-land-cruiser-40-3/

Tamiya 58603 Volkswagen Amarok - WT-01 Chassis
MSRP: $252.00
Halloween Sale Price: $149.00
https://www.tamiyausa.com/shop/110-trucks/rc-volkswagen-amarok-2/

G'day Benchers!  Dave, Ian and Julian are  back with another (still in lockdown) episode.

Will Pattison joins us again with part 2 of talking about tools and this time we focus on eye loops, power tools and other electronic items to make your modelling life easy.  We also have our mailbag as well as whats new in the modelling world.

Don’t forget for our On The Bench listeners the Scale Modellers Supply is offering a 10% discount on all orders from their website…..tune in to find out about this fantastic offer!

Welcome to Episode 57 Sponsored by Goodman Models. Hosts Stuart Clark Anthony Goodman Terry Miesle Geoff Heyland  Thanks to our latest Patreon Supporter: Steve Shaffer *************************************** LATEST NEWS SMP’s Super Model Contest 2020 Gallery From the Judge: Winners and notable entries in two categories. I split them into two categories and split the prizes for […]

Terry talks about masking checkerboards, something that many modellers find intimidating to do.  

G'day Benchers!  Dave, Ian and Julian are  back with another (still in lockdown) episode.

This episode we will have a discussion about getting a bare metal finish on your model.  We also have our mailbag as well as whats new in the modelling world.

Don’t forget for our On The Bench listeners the Scale Modellers Supply is offering a 10% discount on all orders from their website…..tune in to find out about this fantastic offer!