Czech Model Kits (CMK)
ActiveOverview
CMK, or Czech Master Kits, produces resin aftermarket accessories for plastic scale model kits, including detail sets, figures, and tools like razor saws. It operates in the niche scale modeling market, focusing on enhancements for aircraft, vehicle, and figure models in scales such as 1:72 and 1:48. The brand is noted for its contributions to the Czech modeling industry since the mid-1990s.245
History
Founded in 1990 in the Czech Republic.[known] CMK established itself as a producer of resin aftermarket parts for scale models during the mid-1990s.2 It became a brand under Special Hobby, continuing production of accessories and limited full kits.4
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| CMF Figures (resin pilot and character figures) | detailed WWII and modern figure enhancements | $10 - $25 |
| Resin Detail Sets (wheels, cockpits, engines) | aftermarket upgrades for aircraft and vehicles | $15 - $50 |
| Razor Saws (modeling cutting tools) | precision saws for plastic and resin kits | $5 - $15 |
| CMK Kits (limited full resin model kits) | standalone scale models in various subjects | $30 - $100 |
Manufacturing
Products are manufactured in the Czech Republic using resin casting processes.25 Production is in-house, specializing in small-batch aftermarket parts rather than mass-produced kits.
Notable Products
- CMF72112 German WWII Pilots at Rest - 1:72 scale resin figures of three German pilots in relaxed poses.
- CMK Razor Saws - Range of fine-toothed saws for precise cutting in model building.
- Aircraft Cockpit Sets - Resin interiors with photo-etch details for 1:48 and 1:72 fighters.
- Vehicle Wheel Sets - Weighted resin wheels for WWII tanks and modern vehicles.
Reputation
CMK is regarded by scale modelers as a reliable source for high-detail resin upgrades that improve kit accuracy.5 Enthusiasts praise the quality of figures and parts, though some note occasional issues with casting flaws in complex sets. It holds a solid position among aftermarket producers, especially for WWII subjects.23