ROR Review 20101211 – SnapTite® Star Wars® X-wing Fighter #85-1856
ROR Review 20101211 – SnapTite® Star Wars® X-wing Fighter #85-1856
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This is the one that started it all and is a favorite of youngsters of all ages. Almost everyone remembers when Luke Skywalker® made his final run to defeat the Death Star® in the original film. It was a classic scene and thus started the movie merchandising craze.
According Revell’s® official description this kit represents the T-65 X-wing fighter which was the most important Rebel Alliance fighter and one of the most powerful single-seat star fighters ever produced. The X-wing fighter owes its name to the double wings one above the other that form an X in combat in order to increase the firing range of the pilot.
For the modeler it’s an easy build and that’s the beauty of it. Children can build this kit. The great thing about this kit is that kids love it. It’s not always because of the movie. Most are too young to remember it but they all know the characters and quite often it’s the R2D2® figure that they relate to most. If you want to start a child in the model building hobby – this is the kit. It’s inexpensive, goes together easily and looks great when it’s finished. It looks great on display or can become a favorite toy for careful play. This is a SnapTite® kit with only 36 pieces and two figures to assemble in six main steps. It could be further detailed by the real Star Wars® enthusiast. With some added detail and finishing this could also make the base for a contest piece.
