The Microdesign MD 035383 photo-etched detail set is a high-quality accessory dedicated to the 1/35 scale Vickers machine gun model, designed for use with the ICM kit. This product is aimed at modelers seeking greater realism and detail in representing historical weapons of the British Army.

Technical Data and Compatibility

• Scale: 1/35
• User country: United Kingdom (and other Commonwealth countries)
• Material: photo-etched brass sheet, thickness ensures durability and precision
• Compatibility: ICM kits with Vickers machine gun
• Category: photo-etched detail set for plastic models

Historical Description and Use

The Vickers Machine Gun is one of the most famous heavy machine guns of the 20th century, manufactured and used primarily by the United Kingdom and British Commonwealth nations. Its origins date back to 1912, and it was in service from World War I through the postwar period, including World War II. Its reliability, solid construction, and water cooling made it a fundamental infantry support weapon in hundreds of historic battles, including the trenches at the Somme, the African campaign, and on the Far East fronts.

Set Contents and Advantages

• Detailed components such as: handles, sights, barrel cooling jacket details, small mounts, and fittings
• High dimensional accuracy allows you to achieve a miniature effect faithful to the real original
• PE brass sheet is excellent for faithfully reproducing the finest details impossible to achieve with plastic
• The perfect way to raise the authenticity level of the model to collector or competition standards

Recommendations and Target Group

The Microdesign MD 035383 set is especially recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers who want to give their Vickers model unmatched accuracy. The assembly difficulty is rated at 4/5 – it requires experience in working with photo-etched details and the usage of precision tools, but the final effect is well worth the effort. With proper skill, it allows the model to distinctly stand out compared to standard out-of-the-box versions.

An excellent choice for building historical dioramas, World War I and II scenes, or collections of British vehicles and military weaponry.