Master SM-700-059 Japanese 14cm/50 (5.5in) 3rd Year Type Gun Barrels with Blast Shields – 20 pcs. (1/700)

The Master SM-700-059 product is a set of 20 precision-turned barrels for Japanese 14cm/50 (5.5in) 3rd Year Type guns in 1/700 scale, intended for use in models of early battleships and cruisers of the Imperial Japanese Navy. The barrels are specifically designed for turrets equipped with the characteristic blast shields typical of many vessels from this fleet in the first half of the 20th century.

• Scale: 1/700
• Country of use: Japan
• Material: high-quality, precision-turned brass
• Category: model accessories, metal parts for ship models

The 14cm/50 3rd Year Type gun barrel (Third Year Type) was widely used as artillery armament by the Imperial Japanese Navy from 1914 until the end of World War II. It was introduced into service even before World War I and served both as primary and secondary armament on many battleships, cruisers, and battlecruisers. Examples of ships armed with these guns include the Fuso and Ise class battleships, as well as the Sendai and Nagara class light cruisers.

Master brand barrels are made of highly precise brass, ensuring excellent detail reproduction, including the bore, reinforcements, and characteristic blast shield. The metal material guarantees greater durability and unmatched detail accuracy compared to plastic or resin barrels. The set consists of 20 pieces, allowing you to replace entire artillery sets on many models or keep some spare for future projects. The product does not include glue or assembly instructions, assuming some modeling experience.

We recommend this product for both advanced modelers and intermediate scale ship modeling enthusiasts in 1/700 scale who expect the highest precision and diligence in recreating historical details. Replacing plastic barrels with metal ones significantly improves the final appearance of the finished model, enhancing the realism and authenticity of the replica.

• Historical period: World War I, interwar period, World War II
• Example applications: Fuso-class battleships, Ise-class battleships, Sendai-class cruisers, Nagara-class cruisers
• Assembly difficulty: 3/5 (not recommended for beginners, recommended for modelers with experience in photo-etched and metal accessories)

By choosing the Master SM-700-059 set, you are investing in details that make a difference in every model of famous Japanese warships.