Eduard has released this set of photoetch to enhance the new Academy F-4B in the cockpit and canopy areas. The set contains one fret of brass that details the canopies, canopy sills and areas around the canopies. A second colored fret details the instrument panels and interior of the cockpit and is of the self-adhesive type.

The set has excellent instructions. To use the preprinted side panels you will have to sand the kit panels smooth. The same process is done for the rear instrument panel. The front instrument panel is all photoetch and does require some bends. The sidewalls in the kit are very nice, and the replacements are very nice also. This, to me, is a modeler’s choice as both options are great.

The highlight of these photoetch interiors are the instrument panels. They are multi-part affairs that give depth and create great looking instruments. These were flat coated and then small drops of clear were added for the glass.

The photoetch parts on the canopies and sills add a lot to the kit as the kit does not have any representation of these. They add depth. I painted them black and highlighted with a silver colored pencil. There is also a replacement HUD that is much finer in detail.

This is a great set for a great kit, and it enhances the cockpit and its surrounding area. Definitely recommended. My thanks to Eduard and IPMS/USA for the chance to review it.