Looking around, I’ve noticed that most of us have several kits waiting patiently in our closets. But I’m sure many of us also have that one special model we’re eager to start once the current project on the bench is finished.

For me, that next project will be the Aeropiccola Susanna II, scale 1:34.
Like many of our members, I hunted this out-of-production kit on eBay for months before finally securing this one for $150.00.

The kit was produced by Aeropiccola, a historic Italian model manufacturer based in Turin (Torino), Italy.
The company was especially known for its wooden ship kits, which were marketed worldwide during the mid-to-late 20th century. Although no longer active, Aeropiccola is still remembered fondly for its “Made in Italy” craftsmanship and the nostalgia associated with its kits.

Aeropiccola ceased regular operations in the early 1990s. Its founder, Domenico Conte, passed away in 1990, and the family continued the business only briefly before closing the company.

This one has been on my wish list for quite some time.
Show me yours.
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