Continuing Kagero’s new series of books aimed at modelers is this volume focusing on the Dora version of the Bf-109. It is packaged in a self-sealing sleeve with a 8.5 x 11 booklet of 26 pages. Included is a small decal sheet.

The cover is heavy card stock and the pages are high quality gloss paper. The format is similar throughout the series. This one is slightly different, however. This volume sports single pages of high-quality images. These large images allow you to see the weathering and wear marks that modelers love.

There are five full color profiles, including the centerfold of a colorful Swiss Bf-109D-1 in red and white stripes. The decals for this machine are included in 1/72^nd and 1/48^th scale.

Also unique in this volume is the inclusion of full color 3D drawings which should prove useful for modelers. There are six pages of line drawings, including two pages that go from the Bf-109A to the 109D-1 (Late).

From the Preface,

The DPRK (Democratic People’s Republic of Korea). Shrouded in mysticism and secrecy, the nation represents an absolute unicum for the military analyst. No other country in the world manages to attract so much scrutiny to its controversial antics, yet divulge so little of material importance about its inner workings. This might be at the heart of why this country specifically has gripped our attention for so many years, and drawn us to write this series about its largely mysterious armed forces.

“WW2 Vehicles, Through the Lens 6” is a captivating installment in the "Through the Lens" series, authored by Jon Feenstra. This book delves into the world of World War II vehicles, showcasing an impressive collection of historical photographs and detailed descriptions that bring to life the engineering marvels of the era.

The book is structured in a way that balances visual appeal with informative content. Each chapter focuses on different classes of vehicles, including tanks, armored cars, and transport vehicles. The photographs are the standout feature, providing readers with a rare glimpse into the operational history and design of these machines.

This is a nice compact publication filled with scale drawings of the various versions of the Ta-152. Accompanying these drawings are six color profiles and one over/under color profile. A nice edition is a decal sheet for two different Ta-152s in 1/48 and 1/72.

This is a nice, inexpensive book detailing the specifications and differences between the model C and model H variants. The addition of decals in two of the major scales is a genuinely nice touch. I can recommend this to anyone with an interest in Focke-Wulf aircraft. I thank Kagero for the review item and IPMS/USA for the opportunity.

Introduction to Yahu

Founded in Poland in 2013, Yahu Model is well-known for their high-quality, pre-painted photo-etched instrument panels. They offer a range of other products as well, including seatbelts, cockpit detail sets, and various enhancements for aircraft and vehicles.

About the Photo-Etch Set

The YML3504 set replicates the Scammell Pioneer’s dashboard and includes the winch placard. With pre-colored details, it makes achieving a realistic look straightforward and easy.

Comparison to the Actual Dashboard

This set provides an excellent representation of the actual Scammell Pioneer dashboard, capturing the look and layout with remarkable accuracy. While the package placard indicates compatibility with both IBG and Thunder Models kits, research and reference checks reveal that the panel is undersized for the Thunder Models dashboard and does not provide a proper fit.