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[Leo Etgen]

Hi guys

It is my understanding that indeed several of the original Trimaster kits can be found under other brand names such as Dragon in particular. Unfortunately, the availability of the Dragon kits is sometimes a problem. The Revell kits are updated versions, at least as the Fw 190 D-11 is concerned, with new parts for that version. The Fw 190 D-9 and the Me 262 is now issued under Italeri. Hasegawa at one time issued the Fw 190 A-5 but I do not think that is available any longer. Unfortunately, I have read that sometimes the molds are not as crisp as the original and also that they are occasionally affected by warping. Also, I believe that the latest releases no longer include photo-etched parts but instead are all plastic. If you are going to build these kits then you are probably better off buying one of the re-issues such as Dragon as the original Trimaster kits are now usually for collectors. In my opinion although these molds are some 15 years old these are still the best, at least in regards as to the Fw 190. Just a question, does your friend have the original Trimaster Fw 190 A-8 and Fw 190 D-9 kits? I have been looking for one of these as well as the limited edition Dragon/Hasegawa Fw 190 A-4. I would be willing to pay $50 for one of these unopened!

Horrido!

Leo