Books

The Airfix Magazine Guides were small A5-sized hardback books, in black/white. First produced in 1974 and were released two at a time, usually four a year. A total of 28 Airfix Magazine Guides are known, these are listed below with their authors name and the books blurb. They were published by Patrick Stephens Ltd. 1

By Arthur Ward Description: Airfix is synonymous with plastic model kits. The brand name has virtually become a noun, occupying a special place in that lexicon of trade names alongside Hoover, Sellotape, Perspex and Aqua-Lung.Throughout the war years Airfix survived on government contracts for a whole range of plastic items and by virtue of Kove’s

By Stu Fone Description: Whether you are just entering the hobby or re-acquainting yourself with it, this book provides simple step-by-step advice on how to get started on a build – regardless of whether it is a ship, tank, aircraft or spaceship – along with guidance on tools and equipment. The wealth of handy tips

A selection of recommened reference books for modellers, enthusiasts and historians, some include a review by Vintage Airfix. Aircraft/Aviation reference books – Aviation is one of the largest imprints. Many of the titles include stunning colour photographs and the colour profiles are now world renowned. They cover the first flights of early aviation pioneers right

In 2011 SAM Limited, under licence from SAM Publications, started to produce a series of books squarely aimed at building and converting Airfix kits. There are currently 7 books in the Classic Plastic Series. Airfix Build & Convert 1 – Military Models– By Tom ColeFirst Published 2011 The Airfix range of “military vehicles” began in

Contents: – Sixty Years of Airfix Models – By Jeremy Brook – The Vintage Years of Airfix Box Art – By Roy Cross – More Vintage Years of Airfix Box Art – By Roy Cross – The Other Airfix: 60 Years of Airfix Toys – By Arthur Ward – The Airfix Book of Scale Modelling