Revell 03986 Supermarine Spitfire Mk.IIa 1:32 Scale Unbuilt/Unpainted Plastic Model Kit

Revell is my go to brand for consistency of parts, all well formed on the sprus and decent instructions to follow. I don't think this kit would suite a beginner, but once you have a grip on the basics, it's a great model to progress on to. All parts went together with minimal filling and sanding needed. Model available in numerous outlets, yet this was excellent value on Amazon. Be prepared to spend the same again on paints though.

Not too complicated but enough detail to look pretty interesting. Nice proportions, looks good in 1/32. Good value for money.

As you will find out after a few moments of internet research, this Revell kit is inaccurate (metal skinned ailerons instead of fabric covered, no engine to build blah, blah, blah). Absolutely, If accuracy and super fine detailing is for you, then don’t buy this model. Go for one of the more expensive and far more accurate kits from the likes of Tamiya. Right, that out of the way, what you have here is a super easy to build uncomplicated model which is instantly recognisable as a Spit. I bought it for my 89 year old Dad, who had very little to keep himself occupied during lockdown and has badly arthritic hands. He’s absolutely loving making this model and is making a pretty decent job of it too. He’s even invested in a cheap airbrush & compressor combo to complete the paint job For someone like him with little or no experience, or for a youngster just getting into building models this type of easy build is perfect and the end result will please most of the non-purists. Every product I review is one I have purchased myself. I rely on unbiased reviews when making shopping choices so that’s exactly what you’ll get from me. If you do find my review useful, please click on the Helpful button. Thanks

Have just returned to model making after a gap of 30yrs or so and must say I am blown away by the quality and variety of the models on offer. They have certainly moved on from the old Airfix kits bought for a couple of bob from Woolworths. This model is no exception and the detail and accuracy of fit is outstanding as is the size (or lack of it) of some of the pieces! The only problem is that model making is a bit like fly fishing. When you at last have the time and the money to do it your eyesight and delicacy of fingers have declined in the opposite direction. I have found that the purchase of a good quality magnifying glass and several pairs of tweezers is money well spent! That said I have thoroughly enjoyed building this model and though I have made a few mistakes I am proud of the finished product. My wife on the other hand thinks I am mad! Oh well!!

Difficult to build but once it was done it looked awsome

This excellent kit can be had for a bargain price. Not the perfection (or the engine) of the legendary Tamika kit, but at approximately 1/5th of the price this turns into a very good detailed model. No real fit issues, very good decals. I would say this was an ideal model for 12 years plus - has a real presence but not a financial disaster if it’s messed up.

This model is a nice representation of an early Spitfire it has a few inaccuracies that are not obvious unless you are an expert..... that can all be rectified with aftermarket parts. All in all, good value for money

Poor moulding spent to much work filing parts to them to be acceptable Then having to use filler not a pleasure to build bit of a plane crash really.