Spitfire Model

Kit features

1. Full instruction manual
2. Hardwood base and baize
3. Fully machined, solid brass stand with ball-joint locking mechanism
4. Brass struts
5. Accurate water-jet cut flat components
6. 18" Wingspan
7. Junior hacksaw
8. Needle file
9. Sandpaper

(To complete this model, superglue, brass polish and lacquer will need to be purchased separately and although not essential, the use of a table mounted soft jaw vice to hold the components during work is recommended.)

Simplified instructions

• Accurate water-jet cut components are removed from retaining sheets
• Locating tags are removed, then edges squared
• Flat components are sanded, polished then lacquered (if required)
• The self-jigging components are glued together
• The struts are shaped by hand, cut to length then glued to the assembly
• The hardwood base is sanded, stained and varnished to taste
• Assemble and admire

(The approximate construction time for this model is about 30 hours. However, this figure is dependent upon finish required and individual ability)