I'm looking to make a diorama with my grandfather ( he's the best at models and my not half bad ) but how is the detail and quality
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NO! the quality is not good . some of the detail are O.K. but to small to see will !
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This would probably be appropriate for someone around 12 years old or older. There are a lot of small parts on the "parts trees", but they are well organized and easy to take off. Because this is a larger model (than a 1/72 scale P-51) the parts are larger and perhaps easier to manipulate or secure. The plastic is already a grey/silver color so one does not have to paint it, but painting some of the parts (pilot, propeller, tires, etc.) would add to the overall aesthetic appearance. The main thing to remember is 1) paint all the parts that require painting before assembly, and try not to get any paint on the areas that will be glued, and 2) Follow the directions, step by step! Do NOT jump ahead or you will have problems. I hope this helps! Jon C.
1054904
Everything ok. Except it may not be as perfect as you seen in the picture...made/painted in China after all. The only grouse I have is the feather on the head armour, it does stay in shape at all. Overall, it is still a good figurine
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The paint job varies from one to the next since it includes a wash, which is random by nature. That said, the paint job on mine is great. Sculpting on bicepts and arms is excellent. Take a minute to look at more pics online, there are plenty of them out there. This really is an amazing figure, one of my favorites all-time.
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Before tackling this one I would recommend the Airfix 1:72 scale planes found at Barnes and Noble as they come with paint and glue already and are easier to put together and have alot less pieces. That way if he ends up not liking it you haven't spent much money. But if he wants to try this one it's not too hard to put together, just remember that you have to buy all the paint, brushes and glue (I recommend non toxic glue and acrylic paint) too. A hobby knife is also highly recommended to trim flash and remove parts from the trees. Hope this helps.
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It's far more complex than your normal HG style Gundam kits. It's about the same complexity as an MG kit. I wouldn't say it requires much experience, though. The only real problems you might run into are with tiny parts like the hands and skirts. I found that they were a little difficult to piece together, and fell apart without glue.But it's really a great kit, and turns out very lovely. The decals are a little tough to put on; I recommend tweezers.
737841
It's an action figure, not a model kit. It's a bit off of 1/144 and more detail than a hg for comparison.
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I have it, the figure looks really good, paint and sculpt. are done well. Only five points of articulation, but the very few 3PO's can do any better. Bottom line, he's a good figure if the price is rite for you, get it. Happy hunting, hope this helps.
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No to each question. The detailing is top notch though. Plus the paint job is high quality metallic and matte. I hope this answers your questions. Thank you.
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No, this wouldn't be the best choice, it has lots of tricky gluing, and is kind of tricky painting. My suggestion would be the Revell P47 Thunderbolt, much better for a beginner.
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It's not a very hard build. That is, not a lot of pieces. It's Revell so expect a few parts to need extra attention. Models are not for the impatient. Stick with Snaptite.
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That is true. The wings are very delicate. The left wing on mine is limp. I found a position for the wings that looks good and have not moved them since. That aside, if you are a big fan or serious Monsterarts collector it is worth it since it looks great. If you intend on "playing" with it, it will not hold up and you should find a cheaper stronger alternative
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Yes, it is a very good kit. Just a little heavy of the wings. Maybe you need a display stand is much more better.
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I'd recommend. It's a VERY good price and the details it captures are pretty good!These are some images I took with mine for a body paint work:https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10858387_698165666949521_1671025803695530835_n.jpg?oh=0d1c04a0ce0282fbac658687adcfce66&oe;=553ECE07&__gda__=1429180863_cf2efc720600a896eeaeec419bf1c898https://scontent-b-gru.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10801508_688715584561196_3304394751522117514_n.jpg?oh=671fbea0cfcd48f4918b4e6e7c21ed6a&oe;=550069CDHope my answer was helpful :) I'd recommend. It's a VERY good price and the details it captures are pretty good!These are some images I took with mine for a body paint work:https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10858387_698165666949521_1671025803695530835_n.jpg?oh=0d1c04a0ce0282fbac658687adcfce66&oe;=553ECE07&__gda__=1429180863_cf2efc720600a896eeaeec419bf1c898https://scontent-b-gru.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10801508_688715584561196_3304394751522117514_n.jpg?oh=671fbea0cfcd48f4918b4e6e7c21ed6a&oe;=550069CDHope my... » Read More I'd recommend. It's a VERY good price and the details it captures are pretty good!These are some images I took with mine for a body paint work:https://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10858387_698165666949521_1671025803695530835_n.jpg?oh=0d1c04a0ce0282fbac658687adcfce66&oe;=553ECE07&__gda__=1429180863_cf2efc720600a896eeaeec419bf1c898https://scontent-b-gru.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10801508_688715584561196_3304394751522117514_n.jpg?oh=671fbea0cfcd48f4918b4e6e7c21ed6a&oe;=550069CDHope my answer was helpful :) « Show Less
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First off I did a search on the internet and found that two instructions were backward. I scanned the instructions and then looked at them zoom up on the computer. I went back and rechecked. My problem is advancing the film. What I discovered is that some kits are near perfect others are near trash. They are modeled like model cars etc so quality control is lacking. I also built lomography's DYI. I could not get it to take pictures. I sent it to New York and they examined it and sent me a new kit. I am currently painting it with model spray paint and will be building it. Again enlarge the instructions and do it slow. Oh the plastic on the Fotodiox can warp due to heat and due to storage it may not be light tight. Black electrical tape around the edges will fix that. Good luck. PS: go real slow if you take it apart to re-assimilable it!
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I don't recommend that. Because the model is very beautiful and detailed, and you need to get the feel about how to organize the pieces, what to paint first, how to handle the crystal clear parts, when to paint and glue, and how to get the finishing an final assembly of the whole set. You can try first with a smaller model, with detailed painting, decals and clear parts, so you can acquire those skills and then go for the B52. Takes a lot of patience and well on my first model I glued the pieces before paint them and it was a huge mistake, just an example on my own experience. Good luck friend! I don't recommend that. Because the model is very beautiful and detailed, and you need to get the feel about how to organize the pieces, what to paint first, how to handle the crystal clear parts, when to paint and glue, and how to get the finishing an final assembly of the whole set. You can try first with a smaller model, with detailed painting, decals and clear parts, so you can acquire those skills and then go for the B52. Takes a lot of patience and well on my first model I glued the pieces before paint them and it was a huge mistake, just an example on my own experience. Good luck... » Read More I don't recommend that. Because the model is very beautiful and detailed, and you need to get the feel about how to organize the pieces, what to paint first, how to handle the crystal clear parts, when to paint and glue, and how to get the finishing an final assembly of the whole set. You can try first with a smaller model, with detailed painting, decals and clear parts, so you can acquire those skills and then go for the B52. Takes a lot of patience and well on my first model I glued the pieces before paint them and it was a huge mistake, just an example on my own experience. Good luck friend! « Show Less
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It all depends on ur patience and ur eye for detail. if u have a lot of patience and an exellent eye for detail then you would want to go for a larger model like a 1/350th scale TITANIC or something like that. since this model is very easy I would Highly reccommend it for a beginner.