1/700 Five Star Models WWII IJN Destroyer Asashio Class Upgrade Set for Hasegawa 710258

Five Star Models WWII IJN Destroyer Asashio Class Upgrade Set

Elevate your 1/700 scale ship model with the Five Star Models WWII IJN Destroyer Asashio Class (Early Type) Upgrade Set, designed specifically for Hasegawa kits. This comprehensive photo-etched detail set transforms your Imperial Japanese Navy destroyer model into a museum-quality display piece with historically accurate fine-scale details.

Product Specifications

• Product Name: WWII IJN Destroyer Asashio Class (Early Type) Upgrade Set
• Brand: Five Star Models
• Model Number: FS710258 / 710258
• Scale: 1:700
• Type: Photo-etched detail/upgrade set
• Compatibility: Designed for Hasegawa 1/700 scale Imperial Japanese Navy Asashio Class Destroyer plastic model kits
• Condition: New, unassembled, and unpainted parts
• Skill Level: Intermediate to advanced modeling skills recommended
• Age Recommendation: 14 years and up

Materials and Contents

This upgrade set features precision photo-etched (PE) brass sheets that provide intricate, fine-scale details impossible to achieve with standard injection molding. The set includes:

• Photo-etched railings and safety nets
• Detailed ladders and walkways
• Superstructure enhancement parts
• Deck fittings and equipment details
• Armament details and accessories

Key Features

• Enhanced Historical Accuracy: Adds significant fine detail and period-correct elements specific to the Early Type configuration of Asashio class destroyers
• Museum-Quality Results: Transform your model with professional-grade detailing that brings your WWII IJN destroyer to life
• Comprehensive Detailing: Includes parts for deck, superstructure, armament, and small components throughout the vessel
• Precision Engineering: Photo-etched brass parts offer crisp, scale-accurate details with minimal cleanup required

Assembly Notes

This is a detail upgrade set requiring the separate purchase of a Hasegawa 1/700 IJN Asashio Class Destroyer kit. Assembly requires modeling cement or super glue, basic modeling tools, and experience working with photo-etched parts. A photo-etch bending tool is highly recommended for best results.

Complementary Products

Enhance your build with these related items from MPM Hobbies:

• 1/700 Five Star Models Ship Accessories - Additional detail sets and upgrade parts
• Photo-Etch Tools - Specialized tools for working with PE parts
• Model Adhesives - Super glue and PE-specific adhesives
• 1/700 Scale Ships - Complete your IJN fleet

About Five Star Models

Five Star Models specializes in high-quality photo-etched detail sets and accessories for scale model ships. Known for their precision engineering and historical accuracy, Five Star Models products are trusted by serious modelers worldwide. Learn more about their complete product line at http://www.fstarmodel.com/.

Note: Plastic model kit sold separately. This is an aftermarket detail set only.