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Grumman Lunar Module Contractor Model
Most of these that come on the market are damaged and missing the more delicate parts of the model. If you have one, or want to buy one and are missing parts, this company has reproduction parts available.
Now, can't find the original, this company also has IDENTICAL reproductions. They look fantastic and cover earlier models in addition to the classic model. Check them out. They look really really good. As for pricing, slightly less than what an original in poor condition would start at. The good news is that you would be getting a pristine model.
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I thought I'd share a picture of the wooden LEM most recognisable from the HBO series 'From the Earth to the Moon'. Available to buy from sfxmodels.com
The "Spider" episode is my favorite from the series and this model is shown early in the film. Great episode and VERY cool model. I thought about building this, but I probably would have never gotten it right! A real gem that you have these!
By the way, I got to spend some time with Tom Kelly. He has since passed away, but a true gentleman. I called him and asked if he would speak to my team about his time at Grumman and the building of the LEM. He was kind and gracious with his time. He had just published his book "Moon Lander" and the autographed copy he sent is one of my prized possessions! 