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Article by Shawn Fisher |
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I have recently returned to the
modeling hobby after taking many years off. I have only done a few kits since
returning from my 15 year lay-off. I purchased the Academy kit shortly after its’
release. When I opened the box I was very surprised at the detail and sharpness
of the kit. The Cockpit has decent detail in the instrument panel and the
recessed lines were great. I decided to do the single seat version because I
liked the looks better.
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The kit went together with no problems and the only
filler I had to use was around the nose where it met the wing and even that was
very minimal. It was assembled straight from the box and the only thing that I
added was the swastika to the tail. The tractor was fun and easy to build and I
weathered it with a combination of pastels and dry brushing. All in all the kit
was a pleasure to build and a great value at under $9 retail. I will probably
build another one in the 2-seat configuration.