How hard is it to build a Marutaka?
I am building a Marutaka FW190A for the 13th month now.
Like most being said here, there are lots of solid balsa blocks to carve - not really that hard, but it's like one block after another. Do align the pieces three (or more) steps ahead. If in doubt, don't glue and not carve - I used double sided tape to test fit.
There are two sheets of plans with some 3D drawings, and two A4 paper of typed instructions (yes, it looks like it came from a typewriter).
I modify it to take flaps and mechanical retracts. Should have another 4-5 more months to go. Since I started this kit, I have built six other kits, all Pilots. That's to keep the spirit up!
Chris