In fact I am particularly impressed with the quality here, but will reserve judgment until we come to apply them in the ‘Build Now’ review to follow.
Plus points…
- Subject choice and flexibility of variants
- Recessed panel line detail
- Accuracy and fit
- Quality of moulding & decals
Downside
- Soft wide panel lines
- No weapons options (can be purchased separately)
Conclusions….
Time to award some medals……..
- The attention to detail and accuracy, along with the flexibility of this kit to make a number of variants of this iconic aircraft must be worth a BRONZE.
- The quality of the moulding and decals receive a well deserved SILVER.
- As far as I can tell, this kit is the only 1/72 scale recessed panel line detail model kit of a Mirage III / V on the market today for any variant of the aircraft. Who can argue that this fact alone wins GOLD…!!!
Without a doubt this is a ‘personal best’ by HPM, I am really looking forward to building this kit and you can follow that in SMN, I do hope I can do it the justice it deserves. The future release of a 1/48 scale kit will in my view be a record breaker. I can’t wait for that release!
Well done HPM.
Very Highly recommended.
Here are HPM’s contact details:
Website: http://www.hpmhobbies.com/
Address: HPM Hobbies Pte Ltd, 28 Sin Ming Lane, #05-133 Midview City, Singapore 573972
Telephone: +65 6659 9319 (GMT +8)
Operating hours: Mon – Fri 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Email: info@hpmhobbies.com or use the online contact form
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Mick S