Once more something from the distant past and in the form of the F-8 Crusader. While in a Microscale package, it can also be found with Superscale packaging. This oldie recommended the Heller F-8 kit as it did make an F-8J and was, until the arrival of the Academy kit, the most accurate F-8 in 1/72. Both options are in the light gull grey over white scheme

First up is a VF-24 plane from the USS Hancock. Though a CAG bird, it does not carry the multi-colors that one expects.

The other is an F-8C and will require some backdating of whatever kit you use. This one is in some pretty incredible markings from VF-84 and I have to confess that I've not seen a photo of these flame markings.

As with all Microscale sheets of the day, insignia will have to come from somewhere else though all the other data markings are included.

September 2006

Review copy courtesy of your editor and his wallet.