For my latest project (1/32 Hasegawa BF109 G6) I ordered some RB Productions fabric belts. If you haven't heard of these, I highly suggest you look them up. They are stunning. For a little over 3 euro (and very reasonable shipping) you get a set of PE buckles and a couple of laser cut coloured paper sheets. Assembly is tricky - because they are assembled like real belts - but the result is perfect. You end up with a set of real scale belts, not something standing in for belts. The only criticism I can think of is the lack of stitching detail.
They make two types of Luftwaffe belts as well as IJN and USAAF belts.
Here is a pic from the website:
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RB Productions seat belts - wow
Desmoquattro
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Posted: Monday, January 12, 2009 - 01:17 PM UTC
dieschwalbe
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Posted: Friday, January 16, 2009 - 10:54 AM UTC
I bought some of these (early war Luftwaffe) for my Ju 88. The quality is amazing. I'll get extra sets for my Bf 110. The etch work is beautiful.
Jim
Jim
Posted: Saturday, January 17, 2009 - 05:56 AM UTC
Yes these belts are the best, by a mile. I bought the USAF set, they are incredible
CaptainA
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Posted: Saturday, January 17, 2009 - 10:58 AM UTC
So, where can we find them?
Posted: Monday, January 19, 2009 - 06:14 AM UTC
Here ya go
RB Productions They can also be bought from MDC
RB Productions They can also be bought from MDC
AIRGUNNER
England - South East, United Kingdom
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Posted: Monday, January 19, 2009 - 07:04 AM UTC
How many sets come in a pack please? I really want some for my Ju88 and need to know how many to order.
Thanks
Steve
Thanks
Steve
Posted: Wednesday, January 21, 2009 - 07:30 AM UTC
One set per pack but I believe that there is a 20% (?) discount at the mo.
AIRGUNNER
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Posted: Thursday, January 22, 2009 - 04:36 AM UTC
Thanks Mal,
Three sets ordered now so nearly ready to go. Just a couple of others projects to clear up first then I can begin.
Three sets ordered now so nearly ready to go. Just a couple of others projects to clear up first then I can begin.
Posted: Friday, January 23, 2009 - 04:01 AM UTC
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Three sets ordered now so nearly ready to go.
Steve, do read the instructions and study the pictures carefully. They are very lifelike so look complicated but taking your time pays dividends. I used "Pritstick" applied with a tooth pick, works great.