ShowcaseModels.com taking over Kukuding.com

It’s been over a year since our marketing team decided to have our domain name kukuding.com for our online store. Kukuding.com faces a lot of issues way back then. Eventhough, sales from it proved that it was indeed a good store. It has it’s ups and down.  To americans kukuding.com is hard to speak and to memorize which I agree of. So we have decided to changed it to a new and better domain name, www.showcasemodels.com .  Hopefully this new domain can prove to it self that it is a good and right moved that we changed it. So wish us goodluck.

Showcaseplanes.com A New Store of Model Planes

YOU’VE NEVER HAD MODEL AIRPLANES, MODEL SHIPS OR MODEL TANKS LIKE WHAT WE HAVE IN STORE FOR YOU!

Incredible Quality and Unbelievable Value from an Uncommon Model Company

In this world, highly valued hand-carved wood model airplanes, model ships and model tanks too often look alike. So if you’ve seen one model airplane, model ship or model tank, you’ve seen them all, right? WRONG. Mastercraft models are now here!

For the first time, the discriminating customer can have the pleasure of owning NEW model styles made by the same people who have been making excellent wood models for America for more than 30 years. There’s nothing like these models anywhere else! Mastercraft model airplanes, model ships, and model tanks will satisfy YOUR desire for something really different, really valuable and relevant – whether YOU are a serious collector, an active or retired U.S. serviceman, or someone who is proud to be an American. Not only that, our one-of-a-kind models will satisy YOUR ever-practical need for better value with incredible savings that no one else can offer! 

 

 

SHOCK and AWE!

Kukuding.com celebrates America’s birthday with a gift for you. We are giving you a great PRICE SLASH OFF offer on all models of America’s Freedom Fighters for the whole Independence month of July.

With a line of very affordable yet valuable collectibles only from Kukuding.com, everyone- whether YOU are a serious collector, an active or retired U.S. serviceman, or any proud American- can now have the chance to own and display with pride an exquisite model plane without paying over US $ 100.

So take a look inside our store, and browse our extensive collections of wood plane models, model ships and tank models – you’ll definitely find something you’d want to have for your very own collection or a gift to give to someone special. 

Let’s celebrate America’s Independence! Own a Freedom Fighter now!  To remind you always of America’s strengths.

The AIR SUPERIORITY SERIES F-4U1 Corsair vs. Mitsubishi Type ‘0′ Zero desktop model planes display!

F4U-1A Corsair and Mitsubishi A6M2 “Zero” Desktop Model Planes

The AIR SUPERIORITY SERIES F-4U1 Corsair vs. Mitsubishi Type ‘0′ Zero desktop model planes display! You get two handcarved, handpainted historic WW2 desktop model planes for the price of one regular model plane.

ALL NEW FROM MASTERCRAFT AND NOT AVAILABLE ANYWHERE ELSE: The AIR SUPERIORITY SERIES F-4U1 Corsair vs. Mitsubishi Type ‘0′ Zero desktop model planes display! You get two handcarved, handpainted historic WW2 desktop model planes for the price of one regular desktop model plane. This display measures approximately 13 inches at its widest.

Great for display anywhere! Get Big Bang for your Bucks, only here at Mastercraft!

This particular Air Superiority desktop model planes are from the limited-quantity FIRST production run of the AIR SUPERIORITY series F-4U1 Corsair vs. Mitsubishi Zero.

Other Air Superiority displays models available – collect them all!

Perfect as personal office decor or home display, or as a special gift.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

F4U-1A

The Chance Vought F4U Corsair was an American fighter aircraft that saw service in World War II and the Korean War (and in isolated local conflicts). Goodyear-built Corsairs were designated FG and Brewster-built aircraft F3A. The Corsair served in some air forces until the 1960s, following the longest production run of any piston-engined fighter in history (1940 – 1953).

Mitsubishi A6M2 “Zero”

The Mitsubishi A6M Zero (“A” for fighter, 6th model, “M” for Mitsubishi) was a light-weight, carrier-based fighter aircraft Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service from 1940 to 1945. Its history mirrored the fortunes of Imperial Japan in World War II. At the time it was introduced, the Mitsubishi A6M was the best carrier-based fighter plane in the world and was greatly feared by Allied pilots.Tactics were developed by 1942 by Allied forces to engage the Zero on equal terms. By 1943, American and British manufacturers were producing fighters with greater firepower, armor, and speed and approaching the Zero’s maneuverability. By 1944, the Mitsubishi A6M was outdated but remained in production. In shifting priorities during the final years of the War in the Pacific, the Zero was utilized in kamikaze operations. employed by the

It is universally known as Zero from its Japanese Navy designation, Type 0 Carrier Fighter , taken from the last digit of the Imperial year 2600 (1940), when it entered service. In Japan it was unofficially referred to as both Rei-sen and Zero-sen. The official Allied code name was Zeke (Hamp for the A6M3 model 32 variant); while this was in keeping with standard practice of giving boys’ names to fighters, it is not definitely known if this was chosen for its similarity to “Zero.”

A combination of excellent maneuverability and very long range made it one of the finest fighters of its era. In early combat operations, the Zero gained a legendary reputation, outclassing its contemporaries. Later, design weaknesses and the increasing scarcity of more powerful aircraft engines meant that the Zero became less effective against newer fighters.

Mastercraft pays tribute to the longest-serving American bomber and their crews

B52H Stratofortress Wood Model Aircraft

Mastercraft pays tribute to the longest-serving American bomber and their crews. Presenting the ALWAYS FIRST SERIES B52 Stratofortress wood model aircraft!

Mastercraft pays tribute to the longest-serving American bomber and their crews. Presenting the ALWAYS FIRST SERIES B52 Stratofortress handcrafted wood model aircraft display! This compact display is a convenient space saver which you can proudly set up on your table, or hang on your wall. This wood model measures about 9.375 inches wide from wingtip to wingtip and is 8.375 inches long. It is completely handcarved from mahogany wood and fully handpainted as B52H 0050 “Dragon’s Inferno”. Serving as the bomber model’s backdrop is an American flag hand-cut and hand-assembled from graphic transfer material. The number of ‘firsts’ of the famous long-range bomber is written on the furniture-finish base. A clear-coated brass plate completes the display. A very meaningful and relevant presentation of America’s place in aviation history!

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress is a long-range jet strategic bomber flown by the United States Air Force (USAF) since 1954. It replaced the Convair B-36 and the Boeing B-47. Although built for the role of Cold War-era nuclear deterrent, its conventional capabilities now take priority. The aircraft has the longest range of any bomber and carries a heavy strategic or tactical weapons load. Its economy in operation and high subsonic performance compared to the rest of the USAF strategic bomber fleet has enabled it to continue to serve rather than be replaced by the Mach 3 XB-70 Valkyrie, B-1B Lancer and stealth B-2 Spirit. In January 2005, it was the second aircraft after the English Electric Canberra to mark 50 years of continuous use with its original primary customer.

The USAF Strategic Air Command had B-52 Stratofortresses in service from 1955 through 1991, when the aircraft were assigned to the Air Combat Command.

A-1E Skyraider – U.S. single-seat attack bomber of the 1950’s

A-1E Skyraider USAF Wood Model Plane

Now Available in a wood model plane, handcrafted by Mastercraft.The Douglas A-1 (formerly AD) Skyraider was a U.S. single-seat attack bomber of the 1950s, 1960s and early 1970s. A propeller-driven anachronism in the jet age.

The A-1 was originally designed to meet World War II requirements for a carrier-based, single-place, long-range, high performance dive-/torpedo bomber. The A-1E Skyraider is replicated in this detailed hand-carved mahogany display model plane and hand-painted with great concern for accuracy. This display model plane relives the the medium attack plane in many air wings in 1965 with the A-6A Intruder slated to replace it.

Armament

    *      Guns: 4 × 20 mm (0.787 in) cannon
*      Other: Up to 8,000 lb (3,600 kg) of ordnance on 15 external hardpoints including bombs, torpedoes, mine dispensers, unguided rockets, or gun pods

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

The Skyraider had a remarkably long and successful career well into the space age, and inspired a straight-winged, slow flying jet powered successor which is still in frontline service today.

It carried various nicknames including: “Spad” (a bi-winged airplane flown in World War I), “Able Dog” (phonetic AD), the “Destroyer,” “Hobo” (radio call sign of the USAF 1st Air Commando/Special operations Squadron), “Firefly” (602nd ACS/SOS), “Zorro” (22nd SOS), “The Big Gun,” “Old Faithful,” “Old Miscellaneous,” “Fat Face” (AD-5/A-1E version, side-by-side seating), “Guppy” (AD-5W version), “Q-Bird” (AD-1Q/AD-5Q versions), “Flying Dumptruck” (A-1E), “Sandy” (Combat Search And Rescue helicopter escort) and “Crazy Water Buffalo” (South Vietnamese nickname).

F-15E Strike Eagle Wood Model Airplane, BIGGEST!

This Huge BIG WINGS series F-15E Strike Eagle wood model airplane is completely handcarved from mahogany wood and hand-painted to represent a Strike Eagle of the 335th Tactical Fighter Squadron..

HUGE Mahogany wood model airplane. BIGGER and more detailed than the regular model airplane available in the market today, for a lot less!

This huge BIG WINGS series F-15E Strike Eagle wood model airplane is completely handcarved from mahogany and hand-painted to represent a Strike Eagle of the 335th Tactical Fighter Squadron operating out of Seymour Johnson Air Base. Measuring more than 20 inches long with a 13-inch wingspan, this BIG F-15E wood model airplane is in every respect larger than a regular-sized F-15E. This BIG wood model airplane comes complete with a weapons load.

This particular big wood model airplane comes from the FIRST production run of the BIG WINGS series F-15E. It is marked accordingly.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

The F-15E Strike Eagle is a modern United States all-weather strike fighter, designed for long-range interdiction of enemy ground targets deep behind enemy lines. A derivative of the F-15 Eagle air superiority fighter, the Strike Eagle proved its worth in Desert Storm, carrying out deep strikes against high-value targets and providing close air support for Coalition troops. Visually, the Strike Eagle can be distinguished from the standard F-15 by the fighter’s dark ‘Gunship Gray’ Paint, versus the “Air superiority gray” color scheme of the F-15C/D. All F-15Es have two seats.

The 335th Fighter Squadron (nicknamed the “Chiefs”) is a squadron of the United States Air Force, currently part of the 4th Operations Group of the 4th Fighter Wing they are based out of Seymour Johnson Air Force Base in North Carolina.

The squadron is currently one of six operational squadrons to fly the F-15E Strike Eagle fighter, with an authorized strength of 24 aircraft and around 360 personnel. Its insignia is the head of an American Indian chief, dating back to the original emblem of 121 Squadron RAF.

Chung Hoon DDG-93 Wood Model Ship 1/700 Scale

NOW AVAILABLE FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER: A HANDCRAFTED MAHOGANY model ship of one of the US Navy’s newest Arleigh Burke-class destroyers in 1/700 scale model ship!

Sleek and deadly destroyers, the greyhounds of the sea, protect the American naval fleet from attacks by submarines. Now a handcrafted full-hull solid wood ship model of the USS Chung-Hoon, America’s newest Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, is available for the first time ever in precise 1/700 scale model ship. Over 8 inches long, this replica is carved by hand from mahogany wood and is heavily detailed with hand cast resin and metal pieces. It comes ready to display on an elegant, handmade, furniture-finish 10-inch display base using hand-turned brass pedestals. A brass name plate completes the display ship. Overall the quality of this modern destroyer model ship would command a $400 retail value, but it is now available at our extremely low factory price.

This is not a mass-produced wood model ship. Each museum-quality ship replica is handcrafted by master modelers and will make a perfect gift or memento for the sailor, ship or military enthusiast. As such it is shipped to the customer in a heavy-duty carton box; the model ship itself is encased in a secure wood frame which will require some disassembly.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

USS Chung-Hoon (DDG-93) is an Arleigh Burke-class Aegis destroyer serving in the United States Navy as of 2006. Chung-Hoon was named in honor of Rear Admiral Gordon Pai’ea Chung-Hoon (1910-1979), recipient of the Navy Cross.

The contract to build her was awarded to Northrop Grumman Ship Systems on March 6, 1998, and her keel was laid down on January 14, 2002, at Ingalls Shipbuilding, Incorporated. She was launched on January 11, 2003, sponsored by Michelle Punana Chung-Hoon of Honolulu, Hawaii, Chung-Hoon’s niece, and commissioned on September 18, 2004.

She is part of the Pacific Fleet and homeported in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

On 13 October 2005, Chung-Hoon responded to a distress call from the Panamanian-based merchant vessel C-Laurel. One of her sailors, Sung-Won Kim of Korea, had lost a hand in an accident. Chung-Hoon transported Kim to Honolulu, where he underwent emergency treatment. Doctors were unable to reattach the hand, and Kim returned to Korea after the operation.

Assault Amphibian Vehicle Personnel 7A1 (AAVP7A1) Model Armored Vehicle

The AAVP7A1 is an armored assault amphibious full-tracked landing vehicle. NOW AVAILABLE, the originaly made AAVP7A1 Model Armored Vehicle. NOT A PLASTIC KIT!

FMC Corporation’s Amphibious Assault Vehicle (Personnel) is the US Marine Corps’ primary sea-launched tranfort. Unlike traditional landing craft, these armed and armored vehicles offer better protection for the 3-man crew and 25 Marines on board. AAVT7s employ the Enhanced Applique Armor Kit to further improved its defensibility in hostile territory.

Now made available for the market who loves to honor those men inside this armored tank. This is not a plastic kit, a ready to display model tank for your pleasure. Handcrafted by the modeler who are making models for over 30 years. A museum quality model tank vehicle that never been available on the market. Waste no more time to look for a AAVP7A1 armored assault amphibious vehicle. This is a great gift or a own one to display and be proud of what this armored vehicle had accomplished. Be proud, own one!

ORDNANCE SERIES A10A Thunderbolt II

This handy collectible model plane is a unique and fitting tribute to all the pilots and ground crew, ordies, and weapons specialists who served in Warthog attack squadrons.

All-new from Mastercraft: the ORDNANCE SERIES A10A Thunderbolt II weapons and airplane model display! This handy collectible is a unique and fitting tribute to all the pilots and ground crew, ordies, and weapons specialists who served in “Warthog” attack squadrons. The easy-to-display hand-carved and hand-painted nine-and-a-half-inch-wingspan mahogany wood airplane model of the A10A Thunderbolt II with weapons load is complemented by the large-scale airplane models of the GBU-10 Paveway II laser-guided bomb; GBU-8 TV-guided bomb; Mk. 20 Rockeye II cluster bomb; and Mk. 82 iron bomb on a 5×7-inch base.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

The Fairchild-Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II is a single-seat, twin-engine jet aircraft designed to provide close air support (CAS) of ground forces by attacking tanks, armored vehicles, and other ground targets. As a secondary mission, it provides airborne forward air control, guiding other attack aircraft against ground targets. It is the first US Air Force aircraft designed exclusively for close air support (CAS) of ground forces. The official nickname comes from the P-47 Thunderbolt of World War II, a plane that was particularly effective at the CAS mission. However, the A-10 is more commonly known as Warthog or simply Hog. In the USAF inventory, the same airframe is also designated OA-10 when used primarily in a forward air control role.