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Correction set for the Accurate Miniatures Yak-1
Kit No: AFC-01
Overall Rating: 95
48th Scalers will be pleased to find this
new resin set from Alpha-Flight USA . The Yak-1 correction set contains
6 parts cast in fine light grey resin, and four vacuformed canopy pieces. Instructions
and conversion details are provided.
The Accurate Miniatures Yak-1 kit
lends itself easily to this type of replacement set, as the fuselage decking
is molded separately from the lower fuselage halves (one presumes so as to facilitate
other Yak-1 versions). Thus, no significant fit nor construction difficulties
should be expected; extensive cutting and/or other major surgery can be avoided.
The resin pieces include a complete upper fuselage decking and cowl; replacement
stabilizers and elevators (molded separately); rudder; alternate gear cover
doors.
The new upper decking piece is quite fine,
and conforms very well to all modern Yak-1 drawing sets (both AJ Press and Polygon).
I was happily impressed by the accurate and well-executed surface detail, and
the very nice finish; indeed, I did not get the impression that this piece was
made of resin at all. The fit of this large piece seems quite staightforward
and without difficulty, and mates well to the kit fuselage. I also found the
fit of the moveable control surfaces to be very snug, and this was most satisfactory.
The canopy sections include one replacement
front windscreen, and two complete alternate early Yak-1 canopy sets. Both are
well formed, and again the accuracy to the original shape and planform are to
be commended. The replacement single-piece upper gear doors are a nice touch,
and feature very delicate detail.
The over-all production quality of this set
appears to be superior. I did have one broken stabilizer in my lot (presumably
manhandled by our Postal Service), but I think this anomalous, and out of character
to the finish of the other pieces.
Summary: Review copy courtesy of Alpha-Flight.
This correction set is a must for anyone building
the AM 1:48 Yak-1 kit as an early model. The resulting corrected planform is most
pleasing, and the detail is really quite good, as well. The vacuformed canopies
are also a plus, especially when leaving them open. I recommend the set for all
interested parties building this kit.