Reviews of scale model detail sets.

Review Author
Doug Cole
Published on
June 15, 2023
Company
Scale Aircraft Conversions
Scale
1/48
MSRP
$18.95

The Item

If you want to enhance the detail of your 1:48 scale Eduard A6M2 Zero aircraft model kit to the next level, this excellent white metal cast detail set is just the thing for you. This 8-piece (2) complete gear set not only provides sturdy, fully detailed parts replacements but they are specifically designed to fit the attachment points of the Eduard models

Remove the parts from the casting stubs so as to avoid bending them. As with other SAC sets, there are minimal casting seams on the parts that will need to be removed. Simple scraping, filing, or sanding makes for easy clean-up.

After removal from the casting stubs, the parts can be carefully polished with a rotary tool brush, then primed and painted. Because of their malleable nature the parts can be gently bent for a proper profile and perfect fit

All-in-all this set will definitely enhance the appearance of your A6M2 Zero aircraft model.

Review Author
Doug Cole
Published on
June 15, 2023
Company
Scale Aircraft Conversions
Scale
1/48
MSRP
$15.95

The Item

If you want to bring out the detail of your 1:48 scale Modelsvit Yak-9D/T/TD aircraft model kit to the next level, this excellent white metal cast detail set is just the thing for you. This 5-piece complete gear set not only provides sturdy, fully detailed parts replacements, but they are specifically designed to fit the attachment points of the Modelsvit model.

Remove the parts from the casting stubs so as to avoid bending them. As with other SAC sets, there are minimal casting seams on the parts that will need to be removed. Simple scraping, filing, or sanding makes for easy clean-up. After removal from the casting stubs, the parts can be carefully polished with a rotary tool brush, then primed and painted. Because of their malleable nature the parts can be gently bent for a proper profile and perfect fit

All-in-all this set will definitely enhance the appearance of your Yak-9D/T/TD model.

Review Author
Doug Cole
Published on
June 15, 2023
Company
Scale Aircraft Conversions
Scale
1/48
MSRP
$16.95

The Item

If you want to bring out the detail of your 1:48 scale ICM U-2/Po-2 aircraft model kit to the next level, this excellent white metal cast detail set is just the thing for you. This 9-piece complete gear set with struts not only provides sturdy, fully detailed parts replacements but they are specifically designed to fit the attachment points of the ICM model.

Remove the parts from the casting stubs so as to avoid bending them. As with other SAC sets, there are minimal casting seams on the parts that will need to be removed. Simple scraping, filing, or sanding makes for easy clean-up. After removal from the casting stubs, the parts can be carefully polished with a rotary tool brush, then primed and painted. Because of their malleable nature the parts can be gently bent for a proper profile and perfect fit

All-in-all this set will definitely enhance the appearance of your Polikarpov U-2/Po-2 model.

Review Author
Doug Cole
Published on
June 15, 2023
Company
Scale Aircraft Conversions
Scale
1/48
MSRP
$21.95

The Item

If you want to bring out the detail of your 1:48 scale Tamiya (Launch Position) F-14A Tomcat aircraft model kit to the next level, this excellent white metal cast detail set is just the thing for you. This 18-piece complete gear set not only provides sturdy, fully detailed parts replacements, but they are specifically designed to fit the attachment points of the Tamiya model.

Remove the parts from the casting stubs so as to avoid bending them. As with other SAC sets, there are minimal casting seams on the parts that will need to be removed. Simple scraping, filing, or sanding makes for easy clean-up. After removal from the casting stubs, the parts can be carefully polished with a rotary tool brush, then primed and painted. Because of their malleable nature the parts can be gently bent for a proper profile and perfect fit

All-in-all this set will definitely enhance the appearance of your F-14A Tomcat model.

Review Author
Doug Cole
Published on
June 15, 2023
Company
Scale Aircraft Conversions
Scale
1/48
MSRP
$18.95

The Item

If you want to bring your 1:48 scale Tarangus SAAB B17A aircraft model kit to the next level, this excellent white metal cast detail set is just the thing for you. This 6-piece complete gear set with struts not only provides sturdy, fully detailed parts replacements, but they are specifically designed to fit the attachment points of the Tarangus model.

Remove the parts from the casting stubs so as to avoid bending them. As with other SAC sets, there are minimal casting seams on the parts that will need to be removed. Simple scraping, filing, or sanding makes for easy clean-up. After removal from the casting stubs, the parts can be carefully polished with a rotary tool brush, then primed and painted. Because of their malleable nature the parts can be gently bent for a proper profile and perfect fit

All-in-all this set will definitely enhance the appearance of your SAAB B17A model.

Review Author
Doug Cole
Published on
June 15, 2023
Company
Scale Aircraft Conversions
Scale
1/48
MSRP
$18.95

The Item

If you want to bring your 1:48 scale P-43A/B/C Aircraft model kit to the next level, this excellent white metal cast detail set is just the thing for you. This 6-piece complete gear set with struts not only provides sturdy, fully detailed parts replacements but they are specifically designed to fit the attachment points of the Dora Wings model.

Remove the parts from the casting stubs so as to avoid bending them. As with other SAC sets, there are minimal casting seams on the parts that will need to be removed. Simple scraping, filing, or sanding makes for easy clean-up. After removal from the casting stubs, the parts can be carefully polished with a rotary tool brush, then primed and painted. Because of their malleable nature the parts can be gently bent for a proper profile and perfect fit

All-in-all this set will definitely enhance the appearance of your Dora Wings P-43A/B/C model.

Review Author
Doug Cole
Published on
June 15, 2023
Company
Scale Aircraft Conversions
Scale
1/72
MSRP
$18.95

The Item

If you want to bring your 1:72 scale Great Wall Hobby model kit to the next level, this excellent white metal cast detail set is just the thing for you. This 9-piece complete gear set not only provides sturdy, fully detailed parts replacements but they are specifically designed to fit the attachment points of the Great Wall Hobby kit.

Remove the parts from the casting stubs so as to avoid bending them. As with other SAC sets, there are minimal casting seams on the parts that will need to be removed. Simple scraping, filing, or sanding makes for easy clean-up. After removal from the casting stubs, the parts can be carefully polished with a rotary tool brush, then primed and painted. Because of their malleable nature, the parts can be gently bent for a proper profile and perfect fit

All-in-all this set will definitely enhance the appearance of your Great Wall Hobby F-15E/I model.

Review Author
Doug Cole
Published on
June 15, 2023
Company
Hauler
Scale
1/72
MSRP
$14.65

The Item

If you want to bring your Revell M2A2 Bradley fighting vehicle kit to the next level, this excellent photoetch detail set is just the thing for you. These extensive PE sheet sets have most of the appliqués that can be added to the kit to provide a fully detailed rendering of the M2A2 Bradley.

PE parts generally require certain tools to bend/and manipulate the parts for a good fit. You’ll find those at online and local hobby shops. Adhesion can be done in a variety of ways including thin cements, paint, or even floor polish, depending on the part’s requirements. This set comes with instructions and the parts are correspondingly numbered on the fret tree.

All-in-all this set will definitely enhance the appearance of your Bradley Combat Vehicle.

Review Author
Doug Cole
Published on
June 15, 2023
Company
Brengun
Scale
1/72
MSRP
$13.20

The Item

If you want to bring your Fly Fiat Model G.50 aircraft kit to the next level, this excellent photoetch detail set is just the thing for you. This extensive PE sheet set has most of the appliqués that can be added to the kit to provide a fully detailed rendering of the Fiat G.50 aircraft.

PE parts generally require certain tools to bend/and manipulate the parts for a good fit. You’ll find those at online and local hobby shops. Adhesion can be done in a variety of ways including thin cements, paint, or even floor polish, depending on the part’s requirements. This set comes with instructions and the parts are correspondingly numbered on the fret tree.

All-in-all this set will definitely enhance the appearance of your Fiat Model G.50 bis fighter.

Review Author
Michael Novosad
Published on
May 11, 2023
Company
DEF Model
Scale
1/35
MSRP
$19.95

Base Model Background - From Wikipedia

The Oshkosh M-ATV is a Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle developed by the Oshkosh Corporation for the MRAP All Terrain Vehicle (M-ATV) program. Intended to replace M1114 HMMWVs (Humvee), it is designed to provide the same levels of protection as the larger and heavier previous MRAPs, but with improved mobility.

Base Model - Ryefield Models

Normally I prefer to build 1/48th scale aircraft, but will occasionally build 1/35th scale military vehicles. I saw an article on the M1240A1 M-ATV on line and was taken with the detail and the appearance of the vehicle itself. In searching for models I found that Panda and Rye Field Models both offered versions of the vehicle. I especially liked the Rye Field Models RFMRM5032 version as that offered the option for an open hood, revealing the nicely detailed engine compartment, as well as a full interior. I ended up ordering the kit on line.