Cutting Edge Modelworks

1/48 .50 Ammo Flex Chutes

Product # CEC48011 for $3.99

Product Article by Steve Filak on Oct 4, 2005

 

 

 

Here's a quick look at an interesting resin product from Cutting Edge Modelworks.  This set contains a pair of .50 flex chutes in flexible resin, and are very nicely detailed.  If you've ever tried to scratchbuild these things, you realize that it's no easy task, and these are a welcome addition to the stash of aftermarket products.  No instructions are provided with the set, and they're really not needed.  Simply cut the chutes free from the molding blocks, and install them on your model.  Installation time should be minimal, as the flexible resin allows you to cut the part free and install it quickly with minimal clean-up.  Instead of sanding off any flash, you simply cut it off with a fresh #11 blade.  Personally, I think that the ability to pose these chutes in any position desired is a great option, and will allow you more flexibility when detailing your model.  A definite 'must-have' if you plan on installing a .50 MG in your next MH-60 PaveHawk or MH-53 PaveLow project.

 

I would like to thank Cutting Edge Modelworks for providing me with this review sample.

Steve

Photos and text © by Steve Filak, Sr.