The HISTORY of AIRFIX |The Rise, The Fall and Rebirth Behind This LEGENDARY Brand

Today, we journey through the history of Airfix, exploring its origins and the iconic model kit releases that cemented its place in modelling . This video explains how Airfix became a beloved brand for scale models and model building , especially the plastic model options and airfix model kits available. Learn how it impacted the world of *modelling*.
Do you know much about the story of Airfix? If not, grab yourself a drink, get comfy in your chair, as I'm about to take you on a rip-roaring ride through the history of Airfix. In this video, we will also explore these complexities and aim to clarify the relationship between scale models, model building, and the model kit.

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0:00 Airfix Complete History Introduction
0:30 Airfix Beginnings
3:58 Airfix First Model Kit
6:46 Airfix sells all over the UK. The Boom Years
10:27 Airfix Goes Bust
11:42 Airfix Under MPC
12:42 Airfix relationships with Heller and Humbrol
17:00 Airfix is Bought By Hornby Hobbies
21:45 Airfix history Final Thoughts


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