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Store Updates - Hearns Hobbies and The Hobbyman by Hearns
As everyone is aware of now, due to COVID-19 (see our covid-19 update page) our trading at both stores has drastically changed. This is of course for the better health...
Read moreWelcome to Hearns Hobbies Warehouse - HHW
As of this week we gain access to our new warehouse; this will enable us to stock a much larger number of products and become more efficient with deliveries! We...
Read moreGODHAND Micro Power Pin Vise Review
An in-depth look at the GODHAND Micro Power Pin Vise There are as many drill bits as there are types of jobs that require drilling. Each of these jobs require...
Read moreAn analysis of "Hobbies and why working with your hands is good for your brain!"
For many years hobbies of all types have been around in modern society. From RC Cars, Miniature Locomotives/Trains, Plastic Model Kits, and more, there has always been a hobby to...
Read more4 Handy Hobbying Tips!
BJ gives some handy tips and tricks that you can apply on your next project! 1.) The humble hobby knife has been around since the 1930's and widely used in...
Read moreA Brief History Of Frank Hornby And The Hornby Brand
The world renowned, British model Railways brand Hornby was founded in 1901 by one Frank Hornby. This was about the same time that Frank had received his patent for his...
Read moreModel Tutorial - Getting Your model ready for painting!
With the increase in popularity of 3D printing, many people are puzzled with how to finish their prints to a professional standard. Here is a guide to a selection of...
Read moreEduard Spitfire Mk.IXc late version Profipack Edition 1/72nd scale
Eduard Spitfire Mk.IXc late version Profipack Edition 1/72nd scale Kit Injection moulded plastic – New tooling Parts 167 components plus 14 transparencies. Also included is a photo etch sheet plus...
Read moreRockin’ Rhino By Eduard #1143 1/48th scale
Kit Injection moulded plastic – (ex Academy McDonnell Douglas F-4J Phantom II) Parts 499 components, 16 transparencies, 2 photo-etch sheets (1 coloured), 23 resin, canopy mask and 2 Cartograph...
Read moreAirfix Junkers Ju87B-1 Stuka 1/72 Kit Review
Airfix Junkers Ju87B-1 Stuka 1/72 Kit Review Injection moulded plastic – New tooling -Parts 100 components including 10 transparencies -Mouldings These are very cleanly moulded with excellent fine recessed panel...
Read moreTamiya 1/32 Aircraft Series No.19 Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IXc
The Wait is Over! The legendary Spitfire was the representative British fighter of WWII and many served with various air forces well into the 1950s. Among these was the Mk.IX,...
Read moreHornby 2021 Range Announced
Hornby 2021 Range Announced New Hornby products that we are excited to see this year! Early this month Hornby was proud to announce their fantastic new range of products for...
Read moreUltra-Realistic Scenic Accents from Martin Welberg Scenic Studios
Martin Welberg is an esteemed Dutch furniture designer/maker, professional model railway builder, and producer of an incredible range of fine-scale scenery products for dioramas and model railways. Welberg's impressive line...
Read moreBook Review - "The Hornby Book Of Trains: The First One Hundred Years"
2020 marks the centenary year of Hornby, a truly iconic brand and one of the most popular and beloved model railway manufacturers in the world. To celebrate their 100th birthday...
Read moreBeginners guide to Magnetic Uncoupling
Hands-free operation can really add to the immersion and fun of operating your model railway. Magnetic uncoupling is a simple way to allow for a hands-free coupling experience on your...
Read moreHow fast can RC Cars go?
With fast RC Cars there is a lot of benefits to be had and is a dream of nearly every RC car enthusiast! But "what is the fastest RC Car...
Read moreA Quick Review Of the Yokomo BD10
The BD 10 is a revised model of the BD 9. Researchers at Yokomo analysed body flex and chassis motions while the car was in motion which showed to have...
Read moreTamiya - Subaru Brat Overview
We give you an overview of the Tamiya Subaru Brat - RC Kit. Extrapolating further on the video that was posted to our youtube channel!
Read moreACME – European Models Locomotive E.656.204
Model: The Acme 60263 electric locomotive class E656 is a very impressive model with exceptional running performance and extensive detail. The model is equipped with a powerful 5 pole motor with...
Read morePARROT DRONES IN STORE
Parrot Jumping Sumo is a responsive bot with a strong personality which rolls, rushes, zig-zags, circles, takes turns at 90°. In a flash, it leaps up to 80 cm in...
Read moreHELLER, ICM, MENG, KITTY HAWK
Huge range of new kits in store! Some examples here: ICM MENG HELLAR More photos on our Facebook page!
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