Operation Herrick Airfix Land Rover Patrol

So I finally made a start on the bargains I picked up in the black Friday sales. I forgot how detailed a proper scale model kit actually is after assembling wargames minis for the last couple of years. I've decided to build the kit in 3 main sub assembly sections. The chassis, lower body, wheel arches and doors, then finally the roof and side panels. I plan to mask off the clear panels and then paint. Thoughts on the kit, overall an improvement on earlier airfix stuff. The plastic is much improved and easier to work with, still some pin ejector marks in odd places and some flash is noticeable too. A few parts needed trimming to fit their correct locations. Overall if you see the set 8 men, land rover plus paints and glue on offer its not a bad buy for some fun, I paid £10 in the sales is it worth the £25 rrp I'm not so sure...

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