Well, I got to thouroughly inventory the kit today, and found a few more parts to send to the damaged parts graveyard. what is really strange is the fact that much more delicate and finer parts were not damaged, while others were. Broken were both ladders, and 2 of the 4 torpedo props. Bad thing is that the broken off pieces of the props are MIA. Apparently slipped out through a slit in the bottom of the box. Looks like I'll wait till brass is available.
No other broken pieces than those above, and the hull, which to me is the biggie. Since mine and James' were both port sides it appears that there might be a packing issue.
Of the parts that were broken, I feel again that it is a packaging issue as the hull pieces and the parts bags are not very secure, so the slide around in the box latterally.
As much as I want a second kit, I am VERY leary of getting one unless I can have it opened up and and checked, and if OK, have the parts secured before shipment to prevent the same type of damage that mine suffered.
Otherwise, it is a beautiful mold and has some great detail. I can't wait for Lion Roar or someone else to come out with a full brass etched set, although expierence tells me it will take 6-12 months before we see a set for this kit. Also looking forward for some other aftermarket goodies.
On another note, what other guns can be utilized on this craft that are available maybe by Dragon or Tamiya?