US Marine, South Pacific WWII - AC Models Review

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AC Models ACM10B015
US Marine, South Pacific WWII
"Blood, Sweat & Tears"
1/12th scale resin
Sculpted & Painted by A. Cairns

AC Models sent me their recent release of a US Marine in the South Pacific campaign of WWII. In a smaller scale of 1/12th this bust comes with as much character, if not more than Andy's larger scale offerings.

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Arriving in AC Model's sturdy cardboard box the parts were sealed inside a small zip-lok bag ti insure against loss during shipping.

Above we see the parts removed from the bag with the right arm and gun taped to a small cardboard section to again insure against breakage. A real plus for a manufacturer to do this as most do not.

Above you see various views of the main torso section of the torso.

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Above you see the four sides of the helmet.

Above we see various views of the helmet fit to the head and with the helmet off to one side gives the attitude of the Marine that has gone through hell and is still alive.

Above you see the right arm and hand holding the rifle. The arm is drilled to accept a peg in the socket of the elbow.

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Above you see the arm dry-fitted into the socket at the right elbow.

Above is a small piece of foil supplied with the kit for use in cutting out the straps of the helmet.

Additional Box Art photographs

Conclusion:
With every kit I see AC Models always have "Character" in the pose and sculpting of each kit. Some clean-up required on the arm plus the back of the bust. Another excellent bust and I look forward to seeing Andy's future releases. I like his style. Highly recommended.

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