If the Tamiya 1/72 Zero was a really, really nice kit this Airfix new tool Zero is practically as fine but considerably cheaper. Especially when built with a closed canopy both kits look like they should. Of course Tamiya has the open cockpit option and details are little crisper and a bit more delicate, not to mention it's definitely easier to build, but all these features come with a price tag.
Out-of-the-box except replaced pitot tube and tail number decal - because I wanted a Pearl Harbor one the AI-111 was obviously the easiest to make with cut-and-paste - so this model represents the Akagi fighter piloted by F1c Shinpei Sano of the second wave attack.
Paint shades (same as my PH 'Val') and other decisions were made with the help of these websites:
Still, I'm afraid my model is just a best guess about many details...
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| Fuselage nose top panel is a good idea that works well. |
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| Basic painting done |
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| Airfix GR3 Harrier as a donor sheet for AI-111 |
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| After some touch-up |
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| Ready for decaling with Johnson Pledge floor wax (The Finnish version!) |
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