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uReview – HobbyKing HK450 Tail Boom w/ Custom Laser Text

The purpose of the uReview (micro review) is to provide a short, sharp review of some RC products bought online. Often I've found product pictures are ok but there's no telling really what you're getting till you hold it in your hands. So the first candidate for a uReview is a fairly simple one, the HobbyKing HK450 Tail Boom w/ Custom Laser Text.

The "HobbyKing HK450 Tail Boom w/ Custom Laser Text" is potentially an alternative replacement part for my MWC quad arms. I say potential because thankfully I haven't needed to replace any booms on the MWC Quad yet. The MWC Quad booms are 12mm aluminium so the HK ones should be suitable. The photos below show;

• Outside diameter 11.98mm.
• Inside diameter 10.93mm.
• 1.05mm thickness.
• Length: 345.5mm.
• A 'Cold Blue' colour with white text.
• The text is etched on both sides of the boom.
• A small notch about 8.43mm at one end. I guess to hold it while the etching is done.
• Weight about 12grams. 
• Two Scratches / Dents.

Pretty much got what I expected. Disappointed with the ugly scratches and dents but for five bucks I'll put up with it.