1/32 scale Alpha Jet !!
Every now and then, there is a point in scale modelling that you notice a shift. I remember when François Verlinden made the first books on detailing kits and introduced the first resin updates. Another one was when the first photo-etched parts were presented. These allowed the modellers to add details much more refined than ever before. Today, we are in the middle of a revolution in scale modelling. More and more companies are developping 3D printed accessories, details, conversion sets, figures and even complete kits. There are some advantages on developping sets and kits with 3D technology, especially when it is combined with all-around scanning of details, people or even complete aircraft. The life-like details are truly incredible. If you have a look at the R2800 engine by Printscale or the figures by DEF Models, you see what I mean. And then there are the kits that won’t be tackled by the big injection moulded companies. Take the Alpha Jet in 1/32 for instance, created by LB Dynamics. Intended to be released at very small numbers for the true aficionados, but extremely impressive…