Eduard 1/48 MiG-21SMT Weekend
By Matt Bittner
Introduction
To be truthful, Eduard's MiG-21s need no introductions. The Weekend release this time around is for the MiG-21SMT.
The Kit
I'll point to Gerry Nilles' First Look of the MiG-21MF Profipack. Where this kit (#84129) differs is mainly in the markings (for only one machine, MiG-21MT, Serial Number 96.40.15, Dolgoye Ledovo Russia) and no photoetch nor masks. In addition, the spine is different than the MF, in that it's larger. The way Eduard has designed the molds make for an easy way for them to make multiple marks out of the kit.Aside from the lack of photoetch and masks, you receive all the parts from a non-Weekend MiG-21 release. That means stores. And stores. Did I mention you receive stores? You'll have plenty to add to your spare parts bin after finishing this kit.
I asked for this kit because my son was interested in building it. Here's hoping he'll be able to do so, quickly.
Conclusion
Adding an Eduard 1/48 MiG-21 to your collection isn't difficult if you don't like photoetch. Just pick up one of their Weekend Edition kits – like this release of the SMT – and you're all set.
My son and I thank Eduard for sending this to review.