Revell-Monogram P-51D Big Beautiful Doll-Any Good?

Hey Paul,

In it's day (1970's) it was a good kit. It still has a good bit of detail (the cockpit is VERY well done), but it's rather long in the tooth. And the fit is rather poor in spots. The Hasegawa and Tamiya kits are much more detailed and also much better fitting. They are, however, more expensive.

The Revellogram kit is a decent value. If you're not a hardcore builder, then it should be no big deal. But if you really want an easier build and excellent detail, I'd go with the Hasegawa or Tamiya offerings. The Tamiya kit fits like a dream, but the Hasegawa kit is my personal choice for total builder-friendliness.

Fade to Black...

Hey Paul,

I just finished this kit. It is the second aircraft I have built. The fit was not that bad, but it has the raised panel lines. I had to fill some seams around the fuelsalage & the checker decal was a bit tough around the nose. Overall it is good kit for the money & I am pleased with outcome. Weathering and dullcote really helped the overall appearance.

Tom