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Gloster Meteor F.4 detail Sets Eduard 1:32 The HK Models Gloster Meteor kit is a bit of a mixed bag, lovely mouldings, but not that much detail as mentioned in the review HERE. There are already some nice resin sets produced for the kit, and now Eduard have released three sets of relief etched brass which should go a long way to helping build a great looking and detailed model. Interior Set (32804) Contained on two sheets of relief etched brass, both of similar size, one is unpainted whereas the other one is not only pre-painted but self adhesive as well. The unpainted sheet contains items such as the a complete replacement seat, with additional side plate detail, a new map pouch with strap, a cable run for the starboard side, new and replacement fittings for the cockpit rear bulkhead and additional fittings not included in the kit. There is also an internal windscreen surround complete with cockpit ledge facings. The pre-painted sheet provides the modeller with a variety of coloured knobs and levers, new auxiliary instrument panels, plus replacement dials for the side panels. The main instrument panel are also pre-painted complete with the instrument faces on the backplate. A little dab of aqua clear will give them the appearance of glass fronts. Although not painted, the useful addition of the pilots rudder pedals, complete with separate straps are also included on this sheet. The most obvious are in the kit that is in dire need of detailing is the prominent gun sight. This receives quite a lot of new parts, including front control panel, sight glass holders, projector holes and the all important clear acetate glass. Interior Zoom Set (33139) This zoom set contains only the above pre-painted sheet and allows the modeller to build a well detailed cockpit without the hassle of getting bogged down with detail that might otherwise be deemed superfluous. External Set (32358) This single sheet set concentrates mostly on the flaps, with completely new flap bays and flaps, with all the associated ribbing and supports included. This will require a bit of surgery to remove the kits flaps bays, plus a lot of patience in building the parts up rib by rib, but it will be well worth it. There is also quite a bit of new detail for the main undercarriage bays, including new ribs, spars and internal panels. The rest of the sheet provides new panels for the lower wings and the large central fuel tank, plus replacement canopy rails and gun port muzzles. Seatbelts (32816) This small fret of brass comes pre-painted for the most part, but with unpainted clasps, buckles etc. Whilst fiddly to make, it will give the cockpit a real boost as there aren’t even moulded belts on the kit seat, so if you buy only one set this should be it. Conclusion Having recently reviewed the HK Models Meteor I would say these sets are a must have, unless of course you’re going the full resin path. Excellently produced as usual you can’t really go wrong with them as long as you take your time and a little bit of care in the folding and fitting, particularly on the flaps and their bays. Highly recommended Review sample courtesy of