Master SM-350-015 British 2-pdr - 40mm/39 (1.575in) Mark VIII (POM-POM) barrels (20pcs) – Metal barrels for 1:350 scale ship models

Master SM-350-015 is a professional set of 20 metal barrels for British 2-pounder anti-aircraft guns (40mm/39 Mark VIII "POM-POM"), intended for 1:350 scale ship models. This product is dedicated to modelers building Allied warship replicas from World War II that were equipped with this type of anti-aircraft weapon. In reality, the 2-pdr "POM-POM" guns were widely used on British battleships, cruisers, aircraft carriers, and destroyers – their effectiveness was particularly valued during the Battle of the Atlantic and the Arctic convoys.

The 2-pounder Mark VIII automatic gun entered service with the Royal Navy in the second half of the 1930s and remained on Royal Navy and Allied ships throughout World War II. It was a primary anti-aircraft weapon on escort and capital ships until the mid-1940s, distinguished by its characteristic repetitive firing sound, which is where the nickname "POM-POM" comes from.

This set from Master is made from precisely turned brass, ensuring excellent detail reproduction and durability. The metal barrels significantly enhance the realism of the replica, eliminating the effect of excessively thick or rounded plastic barrels. Replacing the parts is very simple – just cut off the plastic counterpart, drill a hole, and glue in the barrel using cyanoacrylate glue. The set includes 20 pieces, allowing for a complete armament replacement even on larger ships.

• Scale: 1:350
• Material: turned brass (metal)
• Country of use: United Kingdom and Allies
• Era: World War II
• Intended for: warship models (cruisers, battleships, aircraft carriers)
• Category: Accessory set for plastic models (metal barrels)
• Number of pieces in set: 20
• Manufacturer: Master

We recommend the Master SM-350-015 both to advanced modelers seeking the highest quality details and to intermediate enthusiasts building collectible warship models from World War II. The replacement of barrels enhances the visual appeal of the model and improves its historical accuracy. We rate the installation difficulty at 2 on a scale of 1-5 — the replacement procedure is relatively easy, but requires care and precision.