Introduction

Accurate Armour have a good range of additional model accessories and produce some unique items not covered by other manufacturers. This is a look at a handy set of British 4 Gal Flimsy Cans, Kit No 007.

Called Flimsy’s given their tendency to burst, these types of POW cans were very evident in the early war years.

The Set

The set contains 6 trees with 4 cans on each, a total of 24 cans. They come packed in a standard thick plastic bag with a cardboard cover depicting the contents and manufacturers details.

Cast in a dark grey resin, the cans are nicely detailed and expertly cast with no flaws or cause for concern. The handles come as part of the mould and you’ll need to cut out the film from these with an X-Acto knife, just take care not to cut the handles off and be careful not to damage the rims of the cans as these are very delicate!

Removal will be a simple process with a sharp razor saw and painting could take place before or after that event.

Conclusion

A very handy set of POW cans to add to your vehicles, use as replacements or add to a diorama scene. For modellers, the devil is in the detail, and this little set may provide that something extra that you are looking for.

With 24 cans you should have a lot to play with. I have included a shot of the oversized cans provided in the old Tamiya LRDG truck for comparison.

If there is a down side to the cans it is in having to clean out the film from the handles. This is not difficult but it is very easy to damage the rim of the can in the process.

Not a must have item but a very useable one. Normal precautions apply when working with resin.