New: Tools & Techniques

Scribing Panel Lines with RB Productions Tools

For crisp panel lines, use RB Productions' scribing tools. First, lightly score the panel lines with the pencil tip, then deepen them with the scri...

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New: Materials & Supplies

Choosing the Right Cement for ABS vs Polystyrene

Tamiya Extra Thin Cement bonds polystyrene perfectly by melting the plastic together, but it struggles with ABS parts found in many modern kits...

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New: Troubleshooting & Pro Tips

Removing Old Paint from Plastic Kits

To strip old paint from plastic kits, use a chemical paint stripper like Citadel's 'Dettol' or Mr. Hobby's 'Mr. Thin'. Apply a thin layer with a brus...

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New: Assembly & Construction

Assembling Trumpeter/Airfix Multi-Part Gun Barrels

Begin by dry-fitting gun barrel sections to ensure a good fit. Use a fine needle file to remove any excess material or flash from the mati...

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New: Painting & Weathering

Airbrushing Vallejo Model Air — Thinning Ratio and Pressure

Vallejo Model Air is thin enough for airbrushing without dilution. However, adding Vallejo Airbrush Thinner at a 1:2 ratio improves...

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New: Tools & Techniques

Scribing Panel Lines with RB Productions Tools

For precise panel scribing, use RB Productions tools. First, lightly score the panel lines with a pencil to avoid deep scratches. Then, use the RB...

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New: Materials & Supplies

Selecting the Right Paint Type

For scale models, acrylic paints from brands like Vallejo (Model Air, Model Color) and Tamiya offer the best balance between ease of use, adhesion, and finish. A...

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New: Troubleshooting & Pro Tips

Removing Old Paint from Kits

To remove old paint from plastic kit parts without damaging details, use 'Mr. Hobby Super Cleaner'. Apply it liberally to the part, let it soak for 10 minute...

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New: Assembly & Construction

Assembling Trumpeter Multi-Part Gun Barrels

For Trumpeter's detailed gun barrels (e.g., Trumpeter's 1/35 Soviet /85), dry-fit parts first. Use a toothpick dipped in Tamiya Extra Thin Cement...

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New: Painting & Weathering

Airbrushing Vallejo Model Air — Pressure Matters

Vallejo Model Air paints are thin and meant for airbrushing straight from the bottle. For best results, airbrush at 1.5-2.0 bar pressure using...

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New: Tools & Techniques

Panel Line Scribing with RB Productions

For deep, consistent panel lines, use RB Productions' scribing tools. Start with a medium grit sanding stick to lightly score the panel lines on your ICM...

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New: Materials & Supplies

Choosing the Right Cement for ABS vs Polystyrene

Tamiya Extra Thin Cement bonds polystyrene perfectly by melting the plastic together, but it struggles with ABS parts found in many modern kits...

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New: Troubleshooting & Pro Tips

Removing Old Paint from Model Kits

To remove old paint without damaging the kit, use Citadel's 'Dettol' method. Mix equal parts Dettol (antiseptic) and warm water in a plastic tub. Immer...

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New: Assembly & Construction

Assembling Trumpeter Multi-Part Gun Barrels

For Trumpeter's multi-part gun barrels (e.g., in their 1/35 tanks), use a pin vise to drill 1mm holes in the barrel ends and receiver. Glue parts...

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New: Painting & Weathering

Airbrushing Vallejo Model Air — Thin Consistently

Vallejo Model Air is thinner than Model Color and requires consistency testing. Mix 1 part Model Air with 1 part Vallejo Airbrush Thinner, ad...

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New: Tools & Techniques

Scribing Panel Lines with RB Productions Tools

For crisp panel lines, use RB Productions scribing tools. Their 0.5mm and 0.3mm scribing needles are perfect for scale models. Hold the tool at a 4...

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New: Materials & Supplies

Selecting the Right Paint for Your Project

Choose between Vallejo Acrylic, Vallejo Model Air, or Tamiya Acrylics for their ease of use, vibrant colors, and fast drying times. For enamel or lac...

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New: Troubleshooting & Pro Tips

Fixing Silvered Decals After They Have Dried

Silvered decals happen when air is trapped under the decal. To fix after drying: apply Mr. Mark Softer generously over the decal, wait 10 min...

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New: Assembly & Construction

Assembling Trumpeter Multi-Part Gun Barrels

For Trumpeter's multi-part gun barrels, start by painting the individual parts. Align them dry, then use super glue (CA) for a strong bond. Apply...

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New: Painting & Weathering

Airbrushing Vallejo Model Air — Thinning Ratio and Pressure

Vallejo Model Air is designed for airbrushing, but thinning improves atomization. Mix at a 2:1 ratio with Vallejo Airbrush Thinner...

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