October 11, 2025

Want to see Erla's Werke? "1/48 Luftwaffe Modelling Workbook" by Oliver Peissl

We look at Oliver Peissl ("Erla's Werke" of FB) first book showcasing his modelling talents in 
"1/48 Luftwaffe Modelling Workbook" featuring WWII kites. We see the contents in our preview...


Want to see Erla's Werke? "1/48 Luftwaffe Modelling Workbook" by Oliver Peissl

1/48 Luftwaffe Modelling Workbook
Author: Oliver Peissl
Published by Dainippon Kaiga 
Size / Pages: A4/144 full color pages
Dual Languages: English & Japanese
Expected release: November 2025
Oliver Peissl, known as "Erla's Werke" of Facebook is a well-known and extremely talented modeler of aircraft. His works are showcased in this first publication called (you guessed it) "1/48 Luftwaffe Modelling Workbook." We have information on the new book and it's contents here.
This book showcases the aircraft of World War II Germany, the Luftwaffe, represented by the Messerschmitt Bf 109, Me 262, and Focke-Wulf Fw 190, continue to captivate aviation fans and modelers around the world with their refined forms and distinctive camouflage schemes.
This book covers not only fighters, but also bombers such as the Ju 87 and Ju 88, ground-attack aircraft (Hs 129), reconnaissance types (Fw 189), and even postwar Luftwaffe aircraft. All featured models are built in 1/48 scale by Oliver Peissl, whose distinctive style has earned him international acclaim.
Alongside introductions to major aircraft manufacturers such as Messerschmitt and Junkers, the book also offers in-depth modelling technique guides for each build.

For all aircraft modelers — from beginners to experts: 
• Step-by-step builds of 15 Luftwaffe aircraft 
• Detailed guides on tools, materials, and techniques 
• Construction, Painting, weathering, and finishing tutorials 
• Over 500 full-color in-progress photos 
Aircraft covered inside: Ju 87, Hs 129, Tornado, Bf 109, Fw 190, F-104, Me 262, Do 335 & Ju 88
The aircraft of World War II Germany, the Luftwaffe, represented by the Messerschmitt Bf 109, Me 262, and Focke-Wulf Fw 190, continue to captivate aviation fans and modelers around the world with their refined forms and distinctive camouflage schemes.
This book covers not only fighters, but also bombers such as the Ju 87 and Ju 88, ground-attack aircraft (Hs 129), reconnaissance types (Fw 189), and even postwar Luftwaffe aircraft. All featured models are built in 1/48 scale by Oliver Peissl, whose distinctive style has earned him international acclaim.

Alongside introductions to major aircraft manufacturers such as Messerschmitt and Junkers, the book also offers in-depth modelling technique guides for each build.
The book will be released in Japan on November 5, followed by online retailers in Europe and North America. Pre-orders will be available soon here and through other retailers such as 48ers.com.