Middle Easterners

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Middle Easterners

Middle Easterners, Human Series

by: Jim Starkweather [ STAFF_JIM ]

SUMMARY
Highs: Nicely sculpted details and unique subject matter. Lows: Faces on box artwork don't fully match actual figure facial expressions or shape. Verdict: Fills a nice niche and well crafted set of first-time figures from Meng Model.
	Percentage Rating 91%

Scale:		1:35
Mfg. ID:		HS-001
PUBLISHED:		Dec 20, 2012

NETWORK-WIDE AVERAGE RATINGS
THIS REVIEWER:		89.91%
MAKER/PUBLISHER:		89.83%

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About Jim Starkweather (staff_Jim)
FROM: NEW HAMPSHIRE, UNITED STATES

I started building models in 1971 when I was 6. My first model was a 1/32 P-40 Warhawk. Revell I believe. From there I moved onto the standard cars, Apollo spacecraft, and other kid orientated kits. I don't know what got me started on Armor. I must have seen a Monogram tank kit one day and said "Mom...

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dioman13

Hey Jim, thanks for the heads up. A real useful set for sure.

DEC 20, 2012 - 07:13 AM

parrot

I recieved 2 of the kits a couple of weeks ago and honestly wasn't expecting much from a Meng figure set.The way they have molded them is different from most companies.The parts,at least for the adults are interlocking and make a great fit with very little room for error.No shaving or filling between legs and torso for example.Exellent figures for the cost.Here's a couple of bad pics. Tom

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DEC 21, 2012 - 10:56 AM

18Bravo

Not bad, but if I ever need slightly built middle easterners with bloused boots and field jackets, I could convert old Tamiya figures. The female and kids are all right. For the adult male I'd like to see traditional garb, or at least old 70's style jeans.

DEC 22, 2012 - 04:34 PM

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