I bought this model from a L.H.S. simply because I like high-wing, classic airplanes. The deep red Ultracote with black trim is  beautiful, and the size (51 inch w.s.) is perfect for a not-too-big, but still impressive airplane.

While assembling the model, I found out a few things that are not covered in the instructions, so if you're considering this airplane, take note of these pointers. 

1) When assembling the wings, note that there are metal inserts in the wings that the 4 one-inch long allen screws thread into for the strut attachment points. DO NOT try to screw wood screws into these holes, or you'll goober the threads.
2) DO NOT heat-shrink the Ultrcote on the wings until AFTER you've adjusted the wing strut adjusting ends. Each wing strut has threaded ends that are used to level or flatten the wings after they are attached to the fuselage. Do this by making the bottom of the wing root (where it meets the fuselage) level by propping up the tail of the plane. Then, check the "levelness" of the wing toward the wing tip. If it's not the same as the wing root, screw the tips of the struts in or out to make the wing flat. A warped wing will result in a poor flying, or possibly un-flyable airplane. After you're sure the wings are adjusted correctly, get out the covering iron and take care of those wrinkles.
3) When installing the windshield, don't bother with glue. I always use clear packing tape, cut to size, to install windshields. There's nothing worse than glue blobs on the windshield. And, with tape, you can remove it if you ever need to.
4) When installing the landing gear, use the included locking collars on the ends of the axles, and toss those silly wood half-circle thingies in the trash.
5) USE LOCK TITE WHEN YOU BOLT THE MOTOR TO THE FIREWALL!

Happy flying!