Pfalz D.IIIA

This is an ok model. It has ok detail, ok instructions, and ok decals. It must come from a very old mold though as the fit is pretty bad, and there is a lot of flash that needs trimming. Being a WWI plane, it is understandable finicky in some respects (I think that attaching the upper wing on biplanes is a sort of rite of passage), but sometimes the model can be downright frustrating. Getting the lower wing on properly is a chore, placing the engine properly is guesswork, and even getting the fuselage halves to fit together and accept the engine assemble is a surprisingly difficult task. There is a rigging guide, but it's difficult to see where the wire bracing is actually supposed to go. At least the decals are of good quality, and when you finish you will be filled with a sense of pride for actually getting the thing together. I definitely wouldn't recommend this to the beginner. If you're a mediocre modeler like me, and you're up for a challenge, this can be a fun one, just don't expect a walk in the park.