Paul K. Guillow, Inc.
VerifiedAmerican manufacturer of balsa wood model airplane kits and flying toys, handcrafting every product at their factory in Wakefield, Massachusetts since 1926. Company president Tom Barker puts it simply: "There's not too many toys out there that are actually made in the U.S."
Products by Paul K. Guillow, Inc.
3 products listed
$22-$26Guillow's North American P-51D Mustang Model Kit
Guillow's rubber-band-powered balsa wood scale model of the North American P-51D Mustang — the premier long-range fighter-escort of World War II. Die-cut balsa parts, tissue covering, and detailed plans build up to a flying 1/30-scale replica of the aircraft that escorted B-17 bombers deep into Germany. Crafted in Wakefield, MA. Recommended ages 14+.
$22-$26Guillow's Supermarine Spitfire Model Kit
Guillow's Kit 504 reproduces the iconic RAF Supermarine Spitfire in 1/30 scale with a 16½-inch wingspan. Die-cut balsa wood parts, full-color tissue covering, plastic components, and a 24-page building booklet guide you through assembling a rubber-band-powered flying model of Britain's most celebrated WWII fighter. Made in Wakefield, MA. Recommended ages 14+.
$12-$14Guillow's Balsa Wood Flying Machine Kit
Guillow's classic Model No. 75 — a 17-inch wingspan balsa wood motorplane that really flies. Wind the rubber-band motor, launch into the wind, and watch it soar up to 50 feet. Easy slot-and-tab construction with no glue required; includes plastic propeller, nose bearing, landing wheels, and two motor bands. Built in Wakefield, MA for generations of American kids.