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1/700 Flyhawk Photo Etch WWII USS Missouri Super Gold Edition for Tamiya 780001

1/700 Flyhawk Photo Etch WWII USS Missouri Super Gold Edition for Tamiya 780001

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Premium Photo-Etched Detail Set for Tamiya's USS Missouri

Transform your 1/700 Tamiya USS Missouri kit into a museum-quality masterpiece with this Super Gold Edition photo-etched detail set from Flyhawk Models. This comprehensive upgrade set delivers exceptional accuracy and detail for one of history's most iconic battleships.

What's Included

  • Precision photo-etched brass components designed specifically for Tamiya kit 780001
  • Super Gold Edition features enhanced detail elements beyond standard photo-etch sets
  • Railings, ladders, platforms, and deck fittings in accurate 1/700 scale
  • Radar arrays, antenna masts, and communication equipment
  • Gun director details and fire control systems
  • Deck edge netting and safety equipment
  • Detailed instructions for precise installation

Key Features

  • Museum-Grade Accuracy: Researched from original blueprints and reference photos of USS Missouri BB-63
  • Superior Material: High-quality brass photo-etch ensures crisp detail and easy workability
  • Perfect Fit: Engineered specifically for the Tamiya 1/700 Missouri kit
  • Enhanced Realism: Replace kit plastic parts with scale-thickness metal details
  • Professional Results: Elevate your model from good to exceptional

About USS Missouri BB-63

The USS Missouri, affectionately known as "Mighty Mo," served as the site of Japan's surrender in Tokyo Bay on September 2, 1945, ending World War II. This Iowa-class battleship continued service through the Korean War and was recommissioned in the 1980s, seeing action in Operation Desert Storm before being decommissioned in 1992. Today, she serves as a museum ship at Pearl Harbor.

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Enhance your build with these additional detail sets from our 1/700 Flyhawk Models Ship Accessories collection:

Modeling Tips

  • Use a sharp hobby knife and metal ruler for clean removal from fret
  • Photo-etch bending tools recommended for precise folds
  • Cyanoacrylate (CA) glue works best for metal-to-plastic bonding
  • Test-fit all parts before final assembly
  • Prime photo-etch parts before painting for better paint adhesion

Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced - Photo-etched parts require patience and precision for best results

For more information about Flyhawk Models and their complete range of detail sets, visit Scalemates' Flyhawk Models page.

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