Fairey Firefly Hispano 20mm Cannons with uncovered barrels
Master Model is an aftermarket supplier that offers modelers exceptional miniature turned metal parts to add detail to their models. These sets generally are available for builders in all popular scales. This set (AM-48-095) provides parts to assemble highly detailed 1:48 scale Hispano 20mm cannon with uncovered barrels for the Fairey Firefly.
The parts may be used to replace the injection molded ones in the Special Hobby kits without significant surgery. The kits have holes on the wings’ leading edge so it is likely the Master-Model barrels will literally drop in place. (Although the size of the holes may need to be increased to 1.5mm diameter to accept the small extension on the end of the fairings). Note that two types of fairings are provided in the set.
The set includes 20 parts necessary to assemble the barrels (brass turnings and miniature springs). Assembly is straightforward and the instructions packaged in the set show the sequence. Photos below show the parts, their assembly, how they fit into the wing, the instruction sheet and how the contents of the set compare to the kit’s injection molded uncovered barrel parts. The photos show the level of detail possible using the Master-Model set is obviously far superior to that when using the kit parts.
The Master-Model parts are assembled to one another with superglue (or soldered together) and then attached to the plastic wing with superglue. Tweezers and an Optivisor will be helpful when assemble everything. The small amount of work involved will result in a significant improvement to detail of a completed model.
This set is highly recommended to average model builders who have a pin vice, a pair of tweezers, some super glue and the desire to greatly enhance their 1:48 Special Hobby Fairey Firefly.
My thanks to Master Model for providing the review sample and IPMS/USA for the opportunity to review it.

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