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Reviewed September 2016
by Timothy Choi
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| PHOTOETCH FRET |
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| The wide variety of anti-submarine warfare weapons used by the IJN
(despite their relative neglect of the mission overall) can be found in
Lionroar's R7029 photoetched set. It includes 8 long stern roll-off racks
(with canvas-topped option available for 4 of them), 8 short stern roll-off
racks, 8 short storage racks, 12 derrick-equipped long storage racks for
the Type 94 Y-guns (only 6 of the latter though), 4 trolleys (not sure
if for depth charges or torpedoes - they seem too long for individual charges),
and 72 end-caps for detailing up to 36 depth charges (to be made from plastic
rod [not included]). The only thing I would suggest including are the single
depth charge racks featured on the stern of many IJN destroyers, usually
arranged in sets of three. |
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| The set is etched in brass using relief etching for enhanced
detailing and easier bending.
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| INSTRUCTIONS |
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Double-sided instructions show you how to assemble each
part.
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| CONCLUSIONS |
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Essential for detailing your IJN surface combatants, set R7029 is available
at most hobby retailers. You can find out more at the Lion
Roar website. |
