This is a How To Use An Airbrush Book Second Edition from Kalmbach Books. New $15.49 (29% off). Author: Robert Downie. Features: Glossy softcover 96 page book with 240 full-color photographs This book includes 11 projects covering common problem areas and applications such as detailing a simple snap-together kit, mastering a factory-fresh automotive surface, drawing camouflage patterns, adding dirt and rust, adding complex color schemes, and more Step-by-step instructions Paint projects for every skill level Tips gallery by 15 master modelers.

This is a 72 page guide to 101 Model Railroading Track Plans from Kalmbach Books. New $11.29 (29% off). Features: * Glossy softcover 72 page book. * Includes techniques helpful for the beginner as well as the advanced rail modeler. * Includes incredibly detailed scale drawings for each layout. * Each plan is built around a railroad theme with an atmosphere of real, or sometimes imaginary countryside that can be used on. * any model railroad. The plans, which are arranged by size, are. * presented in simple steps to help you. * -Choose the best plan. * -Modify it if desired. * -Build the railroad of your dreams!

"DCC Projects & Applications" is a Model Railroader Book from Kalmbach Publishing Company. New $14.09 (29% off). Author: Mike Polsgrove. Features: * An excellent perfect bound, paperback reference beginners and and experts alike. * This book includes tips, techniques, and photographic instructions that lead you thru a series of DCC projects, including setting up a DCC layout, decoder installation, lighting and sound effects, layout wiring projects, advanced decoder programming, and ideas for advanced DCC projects. * A glossary and a list of important considerations for choosing a DCC system is also included. * Detailed and easy-to-follow! 30 illustrations, and 150 full-color photos.

The "Modeler's Guide to Realistic Painting & Finishing" is a Model Railroader Book from Kalmbach Publishing Company. New $11.99 (29% off). Features: * An excellent bound, paperback reference perfect for the beginning plastic modeler who wants to learn more advanced techniques. * The material in this book has previously appeared as articles in "FineScale Modeler" magazine. * A photo-driven guide with an introduction to airbrushing, as well as sections on brush painting, dry-brushing, applying washes, and pastel chalk weathering. * Also learn how to fill gaps and seams, prepare surfaces for painting, work with clear plastic parts, and use self-adhesive foil. * Detailed and easy-to-follow! 200 full

"The DCC Guide" is a Kalmbach Model Railroader Book by Don Fiehmann. New $14.09 (29% off). Features: Plain & simple explanations where the instruction manuals left off Inside this book, you will better understand DCC (Digital Command Control) by addressing: *DCC history and standards *The DCC system *Decoders *Programming decoders *Selecting a system *Layout wiring *Installing decoders *Lighting and sound *Operating with DCC *Glossary of of DCC terms.

Model Railroad Bridges and Trestles brings together more than 20 years of Model Railroader articles on bridges and trestles, providing a single reference for building sturdy and stunning model bridges. New $15.49 (29% off). (For both N Scale and Ho Scale). Features: * Number of Pages: 152. * From: Model Railroader. * Includes plans for the Gloucester Draw bridge.

This is a 144 page Track Planning for Realistic Operation Book from Kalmbach Books. New $14.39 (34% off). Features: * Glossy softcover 144 page book. * Includes techniques and information beneficial for both the beginner and advanced modeler. * Includes many pictures and detailed diagrams. * This book is full of helpful "how-to" information, such as. * -How to plan a track to yield realistic operation. * -How to design realistic mainlines, spurs, yards, and terminals. * -How you can use of curvature, grades, and clearances. * -How real railroads load and unload freight and assemble trains. * -And much more!

Basic Painting and Weathering" Is a Kalmbach Book by Jeff Wilson. New $15.92 (20% off). Features: * A step-by-step photographic guide to painting realistic model railroad equipment. * If you've never painted a model before, or if you just want to give a finished model a "well-weathered" look, then this book is for you! It will make it easy for you to create unique, realistically decorated models. * With this book, you will learn how to. * -Select the proper paint and painting equipment. * -Easily mix custom colors. * -Apply a good finish or remove a poor one. * -Work with decals and dry transfers. * -Use various mediums to weather locomotives and freight cars. * Close-up colored photos accompany

This is a 144 page How to Build Dioramas: Aircraft, Armor, Ship, and Figure Models Book 2nd Edition from Kalmbach Books. New $17.69 (29% off). Features: * Glossy softcover 144 page book. * While this book will serve as an introduction to diorama creation, it is full of ideas and information helpful for practically any. * modeler. * Includes a multitude of color photos. * This book is full of helpful "how-to" information, such as. * -Ideas and planning. * -Weathering techniques. * -Posing and painting figures. * -Details and accessories. * -Superdetailing, battle damage, and interiors. * -Structures for dioramas. * -Resin, plaster, and other aftermarket kits. * -Mirrors, forced perspective, and o

"DCC Projects & Applications Volume 2" is a Model Railroader Book from Kalmbach Publishing Company. New $14.09 (29% off). Author: Mike Polsgrove with David Popp. Features: * An excellent perfect bound, paperback reference for beginners an and experts alike. * This book includes wiring a layout for DCC, basic locomotiv decoder installation, programming decoders, working with soun decoders, realistic lighting and 5 steps for troubleshooting. * 88 pagesand 155 color photos.

"How to Build Realistic Model Railroad Scenery" 3rd Edition is a Model Railroader Book from the Kalmbach Publishing Company. New $17.69 (29% off). Author: Dave Frary. Features: * An excellent paperback reference guide for creating scenery so true-to-life it fools the eye! This updated edition reflects the new developments in modeling materials and techniques, as well as containing detailed full color how-to photographs. * LEARN HOW TO plan your scenery and - * build the forms and shells that support your layout * make scale rocks and rubble * create trees and foliage for all 4 seasons * use texture to add depth to your layout * model realistic bodies of water * build a foreground and add a backd

"Basic Trackwork for Model Railroaders", by Jeff Wilson, is a Model Railroad Product from Kalmbach Publishing Company. New $14.09 (29% off). Features: * This book offers a step-by-step photographic approach for installing sturdy trackwork, including fitting the roadbed, laying sectional or flexible track, and finishing the track with lineside details. * Installing turnouts, cleaning and maintaining trackwork, and other special techniques suitable for a layout of any size or scale are also covered in this book. * An essential reference that makes it easy for you to assemble the trackwork you need for smooth, dependable, and realistic model railroad operations. * Softcover with gloss coating. * Mo

This is the FineScale Modeler Book "Classic Combat Aircraft: Modeling WWII Warbirds" Vol.2 from Kalmbach Publishing Company Author: Jeff Wilson. New $13.39 (29% off). Features: * Perfect bound; paperback. * Learn how to build, modify, detail, paint and weather amazing warbird models of WWII. * More than 300 color photos and illustrations document the construction and detailing of 18 famous WWII combat aircraft. * Each were accurately modeled based on research into the prototype. * The projects in this book will show you how to: * Alter parts for better fit * Modify an aircraft to create another version * Detail cockpits * Paint invasion stripes * Weather and detail * Add accurate markings * Use

This is "Basic Scenery for Model Railroaders, The Complete Photo Guide" from Kalmbach Books. New $15.49 (29% off). Features: * Glossy softcover 96 page book. * Gives you simple solutions needed to build scenery for a layout of any size or scale. * Clear, concise instructions and over 200 step-by-step color photo- graphs and diagrams demonstrate quick and easy, yet effective. * techniques for adding realistic scenery elements to your model. * railroad. * You'll learn how to. * -Prepare and apply ground covering to various landscapes. * -Model various types of trees and woodlands. * -Create streams, ponds and swamps. * -Construct roadways. * -Build and install small but effective trackside details

This is the Model Railroader's How-To Guide N Scale Railroading Getting Started In The Hobby 2nd Edition by Kalmbach. New $14.09 (29% off). Features: * You'll find information on all aspects of the hobby, from building benchwork and laying track through scenery and detailing. * You'll follow the step-by-step construction of a small layout, the Androscoggin Central, from start to finish. * Included Topics are: Layout planning following real-life examples Maintaining and weathering locomotives and rolling stock Building benchwork Laying track and choosing a control system Building and detailing structures Crafting realistic scenery, including water and trees. * By Marty McGuirk. * 95 pages.

This is the Scale Modeler's How-To Guide Building And Detailing Model Aircraft (plastic models) book by Kalmbach. New $15.49 (29% off). Features: * The author, Pat Hawkey, demonstrates in clear, close-up photos how to modify inaccurate kits and how toapply extra detail such as aftermarket resin and photoetched metal parts. * Learn from a master craftsman about: Basic construction Parts clean up, basic tools and glues Alignment, corrections and modifications Adding rigging and aftermarket parts Scribing panel lines Detailing with paint Installing and even creating your own improved canopies Building resin and vacuum-formed kit conversions for specialized aircraft. * 95 pages.

The "Basic Structure Modeling for Model Railroaders" is a Model Railroader Book from Kalmbach Publishing Company. New $14.09 (29% off). Author: Jeff Wilson Perfect for All Railroad Modelers. Features: * An excellent paperback reference. * Packed with information showing you how to assemble plastic kits, get the most out of wood kits, paint and weather, scratchbuild buildings, give structures realistic roofs and details, and adding color and life to your layout with signs. * Offers techniques for realistic finishing, including painting, weathering, sign making, interior detailing, and more. * Photo-driven projects demonstrate the tools, materials, and techniques used when modeling plastic or wood

"Wiring Basics" is a Model Railroader Book from Kalmbach Publishing Company. New $5.69 (28% off). Features: * An excellent paperback reference designed to help beginners properly install wiring and maintain their trackwork. * An overview of how model trains works Detailed and easy-to-follow how-to advice. * Diagrams and full-color photos.

This is "Basic DCC Wiring For Your Model Railroad" Model Railroader Book from Kalmbach Publishing Company. New $11.29 (29% off). Author: Mike Polsgrove. Features: * An excellent perfect bound, paperback reference for modelers. * How-to guide covers the basics, with an overview of DCC, trac wiring, cab bus wiring, and converting an existing layout to DCC. * 100 color photos.

This is "The Model Railroader's Guide to Coal Railroading" Model Railroader Book from Kalmbach Publishing Company. New $14.09 (29% off). Author: Tony Koester. Features: * An excellent perfect bound, paperback reference for those modelers who want to add coal operations to their layout. * Thru the heavy use of photos and diagrams, this book offers an in-depth look at where coalfields are located and how coal is mined. * You'll also find information and tips about: * Underground and surface mines * Tipples, breakers, and loaders * Types of coal * Historic coal-hauling railroads * Railroad operations and equipment * Compnay towns Prototype photos, drawings and information to accurately replicate th