1/144 Kriegsmarine U-boat U-96 "Das U-boot" - Neverland Hobby
I've not heard of this manufacturer before, and it could be a reissue. As although Jadlam have it on "pre-order" there appears to be reviews of this kit dating back to 2023???
This is a "snap fit kit" which sounds like it might be a bit basic, but then most of the Gundam kits are also "snap fit" and they are note considered basic.
Its worth noting that there are no decals, rather they are stickers...
- Scale and Type: A 1/144 scale plastic model kit of the Type VII German U-boat from World War II.
- Features: It is a snap-fit kit, meaning no glue is required for assembly, and it features multi-color parts.
- Included Components: The kit includes torpedo launching effects.
- Dimensions: When assembled, the model measures approximately 468mm in length and 47mm in width
U-96 (wiki) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/German_submarine_U-96_(1940)
This is also the boat featured in "Das Boot" https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Das_Boot (the original 'uncut' six part mini-series version is recommended - esp in a darkened room)
Sources:
https://www.themodellingnews.com/2023/10/new-from-neverland-model-144th-scale.html
https://www.hyperscale.com/2024/reviews/maritime/neverland8001reviewbg_1.html - this has excellent photos of the parts and sprues.
https://www.amazon.co.jp/-/en/Neverland-Vice-U96-Laughing-Sticker-KRIEGSMARINE/dp/B0DCT7H1GF
