1:48 British WW II gyroscopic gunsight

British gyroscopic gunsight of the Second World War 1:48 (Quickboost)

A resin detail part, not an airplane kit. A finely cast resin gyroscopic gunsight for the cockpit of British combat aircraft of the late Second World War in 1:48 scale. It replaces the simplified plastic part and completes the cockpit with a faithful gunsight; it is a universal accessory, not a part for one single aircraft type.

The real subject and what the part is for

The gyroscopic gunsight was a more advanced type that used a flywheel to compute the lead needed when firing in a turn, which markedly improved accuracy. The British introduced it from the middle of the Second World War into both fighters and bombers. The gunsight is a conspicuous feature in an open cockpit; a crisp resin casting reads more convincingly than plastic and suits a range of British machines in this scale.

Usage tips

• Wash the parts in lukewarm soapy water to remove mold release residue
• Cut off the casting blocks and clean up the surfaces with respiratory protection
• Bond them with cyanoacrylate glue (super glue); plastic cement does not hold on resin
• The reflector glass can be suggested with a drop of clear varnish or a piece of clear film

Who the part is for

• For builders of British aircraft of the Second World War in 1:48 scale
• For modelers who detail an open cockpit
• For advanced modelers with resin experience

This is a resin detail part, not a model. The base kit, paints and glue are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.