Grumman F4F-3 Wildcat (oz16265)
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Grumman F4F-3 Wildcat. Free flight scale model WWII faighter, for rubber power. Wingspan 12 in.
Quote: "Supplementary Instructions. Important. Read this sheet before starting construction.
Due to the present war emergency many materials used by model builders have become unavailable. Of special importance has been the 'freezing' of balsa by the War Production Board of the United States. Fortunately the Guiloow research staff anticipated this trend months ago and is now ready to offer new, and in many cases better materials and ways of building models.
One of the most successful experiments conducted has been the use of cardboard and softwood in place of balsa. The softwood strips are stronger and more flexible than balsa and by cutting them in smaller sizes the weight factor has been eliminated. Cardboard formers, ribs and tips are very satisfactory when reenforced as illustrated on this sheet. A new cardboard propeller has also been designed that is more efficient and decorative than the usual balsa type. It requires much less time and skill to prepare for flying..."
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Quote: "Steve, I have another kit to welcome you back from the holiday. This one is the Guillow's Grumman F4F-3 Wildcat with a 12in WS (Kit 10F10). I think they made a 24in version also since plans have a note stating to use 1/24 square stock for 12 in model and I have seen information for a 24 in on the internet. The plan set I am sending is the 12in WS, but it wouldn't take much to print it 2x to build a 24in WS version.
Attached are the front and back of the plans along with the printed wood which is actually printed cardboard. I have also attached some pictures of the kit contents and box for the web page. Thanks. Roger"
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Printwood.
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