Brengun 1/72 Bf109G-5/6/8/14 Photo Etch
By Jacob Russell
This photo etch set from Brengun (item number BAL 72070) is for the new AZ Models Messerschmitt Bf109G kits. It consists of 45 pieces on a single nickel colored fret, plus an acetate sheet that includes the instrument panel faces, gun sight lenses, plus the "Galland Panzer" canopy armor glass.
This is a comprehensive set, and some of the items it includes are a new instrument panel, rudder pedals, aileron trim wheels, upper decking, brake lines, seat harness, and oleo scissors. Additional items include a new lower wing Morane antenna mast, lower wing radiators and a drop tank strap. Brengun's instruction sheet is legible, clearly illustrated and easy to follow.
AZ Models' new line of 1/72nd scale Bf109Gs have been warmly received. They have some accuracy issues which can easily be corrected, and their cockpits are superb. This new Brengun set adds some very useful detail to a good kit; just make sure to use your Optivisor (some of the pieces are TINY) and preferred p/e folding tools for the best results.
I recommend this set and I would like to thank Brengun for providing the review sample.