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Aber 1/16-scale 8.8cm Tiger ammunition
by Lester Plaskitt
In 1/16 scale comes 8.8 cm Tiger 1 anti-tank ammo with the
rounds packing box included (set number 16 012). This is a fantastic not
so little set which includes 3 shell cases turned from brass which in
turn will mean no painting is required (perhaps a light buff up with a
soft cloth will suffice). To go with the shell cases there are 3 rounds
again expertly turned in aluminium, as the rounds are supplied separate
they can be pre painted before fitting to the shell casings (an operation
that requires no more than a push fit). A small etch fret is supplied
which provides both the stamped bases for the shell casings and also doubles
as a stencil for the markings which need to be added to the lid of the
ammo packing box. The packing box is supplied as separate pre cut lengths
of base wood that can be assembled quickly and accurately using the clear
step-by-step instructions, which also include a painting and marking guide.
The clasps and nails required for the packing case are also provided in
the shape of an etch fret and finally Aber have included a sheet of water
slide decals with the stencilling required for each round. This comprehensive
set will find its must use with Tamiya's 1/16-scale Tiger 1 but I feel
to would also be the perfect accessory to use with any number of the 1/16-scale
figures on the market at the moment and with the packing box being made
of wood there lies a huge potential for weathering and distressing of
the box. On the whole a well thought out and expertly produced accessory
pack.
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