Master SM-700-017 USN 5in/25 (12.7 mm) barrels (14pcs) – set of metal gun barrels for US Navy ship models, scale 1:700

The offered product is a precisely made set of 14 naval artillery barrels, 5 inch/25 caliber (12.7 mm) by Master, intended for plastic model kits of US Navy ships in 1:700 scale. These turned brass, highly detailed accessories are dedicated to models of battleships and cruisers from the 1920s to the late 1940s, including such classes as: Nevada (BB-36), Pennsylvania (BB-38), New Mexico (BB-40), Tennessee (BB-43), Colorado (BB-45), Pensacola (CA-24), Northampton (CA-26), New Orleans (CA-32), Portland (CA-33), and Brooklyn (CL-40). These barrels were also used on American submarines in the 1940s.

Historical value of the product:

• Scale: 1:700
• Country of origin: United States of America
• Historical period: These ships served in the US Navy from the 1920s through the end of World War II, covering both the interwar period and the WWII era.
• Examples of use: The 5"/25 caliber guns were a basic secondary armament of many US Navy battleships and cruisers. They saw service in both the Pacific and Atlantic theaters, and were used, among others, during the Battle of Midway and the Battle of Guadalcanal.
• Production: The barrels are made using precision brass turning, which ensures exceptional detail and durability. The product includes 14 brass barrels to replace the original plastic parts of the model kit.
• Category: Model kit accessories, metal gun barrels for plastic ship models

Advantages and recommendation: Replacing plastic barrels with Master metal components radically improves the realism of the finished model. The details are visible even in the small scale of 1:700, and the precision craftsmanship accurately reflects the original weaponry. Assembly is easy – simply cut off the old barrel, drill a hole, and mount the metal barrel using CA glue. This product is especially recommended for experienced modelers seeking the highest quality and historical accuracy. Difficulty level: 2/5.

With Master SM-700-017 accessories, your US Navy model will attain museum quality, and the reproduction of details will impress every warship enthusiast!