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The F&G Supplies RAF SE5a WWI Bi-plane model is a complete vintage rubber-powered balsa wood aircraft kit that offers an authentic hands-on building experience. Featuring precision laser-cut parts, included glue, and high-quality covering tissue, this 1:12 scale model is designed for ages 14 and up. It combines historical accuracy with engaging craftsmanship, culminating in a model that truly flies, making it a perfect blend of education, nostalgia, and fun.
| ASIN | B01688HKQ4 |
| Additional Features | Lightweight, Portable |
| Age Range Description | Over 14 |
| Are Batteries Required | No |
| Batteries are Included | No |
| Battery Description | No batteries required |
| Best Sellers Rank | #94,406 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #100 in Airplane & Jet Model Building Kits |
| Brand Name | F&G Supplies |
| Color | Off White |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (197) |
| Educational Objective | Develop fine motor skills, understanding of engineering principles, and historical knowledge |
| Included Components | Detailed plan with instructions, laser-cut balsa parts, Japanese tissue, 20swg wire for undercarriage, propeller, 2.5 feet of flight rubber, nose button, 20swg propshaft, canopy, dowel motor peg, pair of plastic wheels, 10mm tail wheel, wood glue |
| Is Assembly Required | Yes |
| Item Dimensions | 45 x 45 x 12.5 centimeters |
| Item Weight | 0.25 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Vintage Model Co. |
| Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 12 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SE5a |
| Material Type | Balsa Wood Strong Tissue paper |
| Model Name | RAF SE5a |
| Model Number | SE5a |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Power Source | Rubber powered |
| Scale | 1:12 Scale |
| Set Name | Single Item |
| Size | 45 cm (L) x 45 cm (W) x 12.5 cm (H) |
| Subject Character | Wingspan |
| Theme | Craft Kit |
| Toy Vehicle Form | Airplane |
| UPC | 797839343445 743181812139 702785155547 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
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Super Qualität, alles dabei, Beschreibung leider nur auf englisch.
B**Z
I bought a model kit to restart a hobby I gave up over forty years ago, and this kit in particular, because it is similar to the last model I built and flew when I was fifteen or sixteen. Now I know that time can play tricks on an old memory, but there appear to be quite a few differences between now and then, some good, some not so good. The worst thing about this kit is the quality of the balsa, but I'm told that this modern spongy, insubstantial stuff is now industry standard, so I can't really down grade it for this reason! The best bits form a bit of a list, and left me very impressed, and eager to try another one soon. Firstly, the laser cutting of the component parts is spot-on, very precise, and very easy to remove from the blank, even the small parts. Next the plan, at my first glance, it looked a little overcrowded, as if the manufacturer was trying to save on paper! but when I started to lay some pieces out, I found it very accurate, and set out in such a way that one can see how each section fits relative to another, very clearly. I also liked the two-part plan, as this saves on the size of pin board needed, and means that one can build this model even if your work space is a bit limited. The print is nice and dark also, and shows up well under a sheet of ordinary grease-proof paper, so no need to buy the expensive drafting stuff. Each piece of balsa is clearly labelled on the plan, and so it is very easy to identify your parts as you begin to build, no ambiguous little diagrams or arrows that we've become accustomed to thanks to IKEA! A clear and detailed instruction book is also included, and it is well worth reading this through before you start, especially if you are new to the hobby. A plastic propeller is included, which is well molded, and will require only a little prep to be airworthy, and an ample supply of covering tissue is included, in two colours ( there is enough to allow for a mistake or two ) This is also of top quality, strong enough to work with when wet, and dries evenly after doping. Inside the strong, simple brown cardboard box you will also find a tube of PVA glue, there is more than enough to build the kit should you choose to use it, although personally, I much prefer to use a balsa cement rather than PVA, as I find it much easier to use, and produces far stronger joints, again in my opinion. To sum up, this is a lovely model kit, and with a little care will produce an accurate facsimile of the real thing, more importantly, its good fun to build and well worth the money, although I wouldn't recommend it for a beginner. Oh, and by the way, it really does fly!
C**N
Très mal expliqué pour le montage. Guide en anglais Mauvaise qualité Tout ira à la poubelle
R**R
The model was well packaged. The kit wood is excellent and comes with all the material to build the model including a bottle of glue! I will be building this one as soon as I finish another model project.
F**S
lo que me a gustado mas es la calidad dela reproduccion
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