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Build Review of Ebbro's 1/48 scale HondaJet

Build Review of Ebbro's 1/48 scale HondaJet

Posted by MegaHobby.com on May 2nd 2018

Today we bring you another MegaHobby build and review! The subject of this build is Ebbro's newly-tooled HondaJet in 1/48 scale. Though a bit on the pricey side, this kit is filled with some great detail and is a unique subject not yet done by any other manufacturer. The HondaJet is the first aircraft developed by the Honda Aircraft Company. The plane is manufactured in North Carolina and is one of the newest small-sized business jets. It got FAA certification in 2015 and beg … read more

Build Review of ICM's 1/24 scale Model T Roadster

Posted by MegaHobby.com on May 2nd 2018

The Ford Model T was a cheaper variety of automobile at the time it was released in the early 20th century, making it an early vehicle that could be mass-produced and mass-owned by those across America. With over 15 million Model T's sold during its years of production, it is the most popular car of its time. This 1913 Model T Roadster model kit is manufactured by ICM Models out of Ukraine. One of their early forays into the model car game, it provides a great entry to intermediate … read more

​How to Get Your Kids Involved in a Hobby

Posted by MegaHobby.com on Apr 17th 2018

We've discussed in the past how hobbies can benefit you in your everyday life. Apart from having something fun to do during your free time, having a hobby will also reduce stress and improve your overall happiness. If you have kids, no matter what age they are, as a parent you should try pushing them to find interests and hobbies they will enjoy for years to come.This can be easier said than done sometimes, and trying to direct them towards a hobby without forcing them can be tricky if you … read more

​Benefits of Building Plastic Model Kits

Posted by MegaHobby.com on Mar 13th 2018

If you build scale models in your free time, chances are you already know the excellent benefits of assembling plastic scale models and how they can improve your cognitive function. For those that aren't familiar, here are the top five benefits of scale modeling. From emotional support to learning new and fascinating historical facts, there are some distinct benefits that come with this hobby.Exercise Your Artistic SkillsWith any project, the creative side of your brain gets much-needed e … read more

The History of Plastic Scale Modeling

Posted by MegaHobby.com on Feb 16th 2018

Scale modeling has been one of the most popular crafting hobbies for years but did you know how it all got started? There’s more history to your injection-molded plastic kits than you would have ever thought. In this post, we’ll discuss how scale modeling first started.Where it All BeganScale modeling has existed for millennia, to depict military installments, defense mechanisms and other large machines cost-effectively before construction began. Leonardo Da Vinci was famous for creating in … read more