Cutting Edge 1/48 SR-71A/B, YF-12, A-12 Blackbird
Super Detailed Nozzles
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Easily one of the most impressive aircraft ever built, the SR-71 has
been the subject of quite a few kits over the years. However, only Testors
has tackled this subject in 1/48, and although the kit is quite good,
there are some areas that could stand some improvement. Cutting Edge has
started coming out with some new sets for this big kit, and this set is
the first one out of the chute.
The exhaust nozzles of the SR-71 family are some very interesting assemblies,
ones that really have to be seen to comprehend. Luckily, Cutting Edge
had one close by to work with, and the result really shows. Coming in
three pieces for each side, these are pretty much a direct replacement
for the kit parts, and the only real challenge will be with painting these
up. While the exterior is simple, the interior of the nozzle is a colorful
blend of blacks, browns, and grays. I recommend finding some good color
photos to work from for finishing these.
If you have a Testors 1/48 SR-71 hiding in the closet, it might be time
to pull it out and start working on it. Hopefully we will see more detail
sets from Cutting Edge, such as a cockpit or landing gear set. My thanks
to Meteor Productions for the
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