German 88mm Gun Flak 36/37

I first purchased this kit in 1973 for 10.00.It was my first Tamiya kit and got me hooked on Tamiya models.The detail is superb as well as the many moving features.I almost expected it to fire.The model is well made and assembly is easy(as is the case with the majority of Tamiya models.The kit contains parts for building either version of the gun and decals to match.I am not planning on building this model immediately.This review is based on past experiences with this kit.In short this is a must own kit for any collector.

This is a GREAT kit for the money. The weapon and it's wheel assemblies are really well done, even though they are an extremely old Tamiya product. All of the figure poses are fantastic, but expect some thickness in some details as seen in all of the older Tamiya kits. My favorite features are how the weapon piston assemblies move as the main gun elevates, the hinged gunner's port window, and that the cannon can be modelled in the 'recoiling' position if you want to make it firing in your diorama. You get a LOT in this box, you won't be disappointed at under $30.

This is a wonderful model. It is not for a beginner. I am 68 and this was my return to modeling after 40 years. I should have waited. I first cut off a glue peg, filled glue holes and broke small parts. I can almost breathe as I paint this weapon and I have most of my fingers left. It is complicated and has several parts that move after assembly. Read the instructions, inspect the sealed plastic sprues. There are two small brass nuts and two small screws. I managed to assemble without these, not a good idea. In ending, I recommend this product. It is challenging and rewarding. Even though my attempt is not good, I am happy. I learned and improved my skills and have assembled tools. Thank you Hobbylinc I definitely recommend this for an experienced modeler