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  • Dave Ward
    SMF Supporters
    • Apr 2018
    • 10549

    #1

    AMK 1/72 IAI Kfir C2/C7 ( AvantGarde ) - Inbox review.

    The maker of this model is AMK - Short for AvanteGarde Model Kits from Macau, China, but it's listed in several ways - Avante Garde Models being the most common. They only seem to have produced two 1/72 models, this & the L-29 Delfin ( which has been reboxed with goodies by Eduard )
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    Sprue shots - NOT the armament, see part two.......................
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    All parts are cleanly moulded, no flash, ingates are good & small.

    Decals
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    A big sheet - with markings for 5 versions - 2 x Israeli, One Colombian, one Ecuadorian and one US private company ( tactical training)
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    The instructions are on glossy A5 paper & fold out..................
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    They look pretty clear & straightforward.
    Part II will be added shortly...................
  • Dave Ward
    SMF Supporters
    • Apr 2018
    • 10549

    #2
    A few detail shots no flash at all
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    Multiple ejector rack
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    ( sway braces for bombs )

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    Python AAM, Mk.82 Bombs & 2 types of guided bomb.........
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    Single piece mouldings, with no joint lines!
    The model seems to be very detailed, a lot of parts for a 1/72 model ( same for the decal sheet ). Well presented, there appears to be no need for PE - apart from the lack of seat harnesses on either of the alternative ejector seats.
    This is not a common model, I've had it for a couple of years ( can't remember when or where from ), but it must be post 2017 (introduction ), I'm sure I didn't pay an exorbitant price for it, but now pre-owned prices are way above what I would pay now!
    Dave

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