[WWI] 1/72 WWI Vacuform kit inquiry

[RVM]

Hi guys,

 

As you already know, I am a newbie here, and model kits in general. I started into the hobby painting flats (which I still love), and I always had a keen interest in WWI aircraft. I figure I am not getting younger, so I jumped in about a month ago, and started buying a few specialized tools, and recently, several kits.

 

I jumped too quickly into the kits, and ended up buying 1/32 scale. which I quickly learned I did not care for, after looking at a 1/72 kit <lol>. So, I sold or traded those few 1/32 items, and now have about 20, 1/72 kits and some detail sets.

 

I do not have a major investment in them; I believe I have paid on average $6.00 per kit, and I have examples from Eduard, Toko, Flashback, Roden, and Pegasus.

 

Here is my problem though. these kits are fine, and I am generally happy with them, but my favorite part is building. and I am very interested in vacuform kits, because these seem to me to be the best of both worlds with lots of building involved. Now, I have never built a vacuform kit, though I have seen a few, and liked what I saw. I even bought a few this weekend online (averaged less than $9.00 each). The ones I purchased come with decals, cast metal parts, and PE detail frets.

 

So, I want to ask you guys. since I know nothing about them, really, what are the best vac kits to be looking for in 1/72? I certainly do not mind a long, involved project (I can spend 100 hours painting a flat). I am looking for high quality and value above all else.

 

I know many of you have experience with kits like this, and I would appreciate your input and advice.

 

Thanks. 



Robert

IPMS GWICC #45732
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