Introduction

I chose to review Super Model International, No. 2, because of one feature in particular—the BMW R75 build. Having previously built Revell’s 1/9-scale BMW R75 with sidecar, seeing a BMW R75 featured in this issue piqued my interest.

Magazine Features

Super Model International No. 2 from Kagero Publications is printed in A4 portrait format, on glossy, heavy paper stock, with sharp, clear photos throughout. This issue focuses on armor, showcasing advanced techniques, detailed sequences, and excellent build photos, all in color. Four authors contribute four armor projects, providing the reader with a valuable resource for techniques and finishing.

Contents

This issue features four in-depth armor subjects.

Hobby Boss’ 1/700 Type 094 Jin Class SSBN is composed of 18 injection molded styrene parts, 1 photo-etch part and a small decal sheet. One painting example is offered in full color. Assembly is broken down into two steps. Step one brings the hull halves and conning tower parts together. Step adds the conning tower to the upper hull, adds the photo-etch screw and places the supports of the display stand. Overall a very simple model.

Two Bobs Aviation Graphics are well known for their attention to detail, color accuracy, instructions and graphics, and quality. This latest decal set is no exception. The F-15A Fightin’ 49ers decal set comes with two decal sheets in a protective Ziploc sleeve (6”x 10”) and one-page glossy color instructions (17”x11”) that folds into a four-page booklet.

Included on the instructions, and their webpage, is a brief history of the 49^th Fighter Wing:

“Originally designated as the 49th Pursuit Group in 1940, the unit was one of the first combat units to deploy from the US to the Southwest Pacific after the attack on Pearl Harbor. There were 43 pilots that flew with the 49th who became aces to include Major Richard I. Bong.