KIT: |
Eduard Etched Metal Cockpt set |
SET # |
FE 203 |
PRICE: |
$5.99 |
FOR: |
Hasegawa 1/48 Spitfire IX |
REVIEWER: |
Eduard is undoubtedly the king
of etched metal detail sets. This latest endeavour is one that immediately
caught my eye. It has something I've never seen in an etched metal fret; color.
All of the bits are in the appropriate color for the part. The seatbelt bits in
a fabric color, the seat back in leather, the instrument panels in black with
color details (see closeup) and the bulkhead bits in RAF interior green (or
something pretty close). It even includes the correct style of radiator grilles
for the under wing coolers. The instructions say the color is anodized and will
not easily come off. Even the instructions are in color, which is a first from
Eduard to my knowledge. In addition, there is a nice etched name plate for you
Spit display.
I must say that I was quite
impressed when I saw it and HAD to buy it to get a chance to examine it more
closely. It could be the next trend in aftermarket goodies and one that will be
welcome by some and scoffed by others. Only time will tell, but it is a great
idea.
Review set courtesy of me.
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