This kit is to say the least wonderful. That is not to say that it is all good. I think because of my skill level parts of this were hard for me to get together. So, DRY FIT, DRY FIT is my best suggestion. The surface detail is finely recessed and wonderful. it is fairly large so make some room. The decals went down wonderfully with a little Micro Sol and Set. I am very happy with the scheme of the model. After priming and painting with thin coats the detail was easy to show with a wash. I choose this kit because the other Kitty Hawk Sabre Dog is in a NMF. I'm not good with those yet. So to say that this is a great kit doesn't seem quite enough. You won't be sorry if you get this kit and give it the time needed to get it done well. It is worth the effort.