The description below is taken from the Airfix catalogue this kit was first seen in. There may also be extra information underneath the main description.

Airfix Catalogue description:

HMS Hood Waterline Kit.

Airfix Catalogue information:
Series: 2
Rarity of early version: Scarce.
First Issued: 1973
Catalogue Ref - 11th Edition (1974): 02701-2
Catalogue Ref - 12th Edition (1975): 02701-2
Catalogue Ref - 13th Edition (1976): 02230-5
Catalogue Ref - 14th Edition (1977): 02230-5
Catalogue Ref - 15th Edition (1978): 02230-5
Catalogue Ref - 16th Edition (1979): 02230-5
Catalogue Ref - 17th Edition (1980): 02230-5