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Nice one!!!
Be aware though that this model is from 1975 and doesn't represent the quality Tamiya has today.
I bought the very same Panther as one of my first models when I got back into modelling again and it's very "basic" to be honest, and instructions thereafter.
It still makes a descent Panther considering the age - and price, but you have to be aware that this is an old kit and doesn't look anything like a modern Tamiya kit.
I wish I'd known this before buying it and starting assembly, hence why I'm telling you this now!
Still, a lot of plastic for the cheap price!
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Cheers for the warning buddy, did look at a few of the newer kits but obviously this one was quite a bit cheaper so opted for this as if I do mess it up (very likely being my first tank) then I won't be as gutted.Nice one!!!
Be aware though that this model is from 1975 and doesn't represent the quality Tamiya has today.
I bought the very same Panther as one of my first models when I got back into modelling again and it's very "basic" to be honest, and instructions thereafter.
It still makes a descent Panther considering the age - and price, but you have to be aware that this is an old kit and doesn't look anything like a modern Tamiya kit.
I wish I'd known this before buying it and starting assembly, hence why I'm telling you this now!
Still, a lot of plastic for the cheap price!
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That was also kind of my thoughts when I bought it, but it still surprised me when I opened it because it looked nothing like the Jagdpanther I'd just built and it disappointed me.
If I'd known then it would've been different.
Now you know anyway and it can still be made to look pretty good with weathering etc, but don't think modern Tamiya kits look like this because they don't!
Like I said before, if you want a really nice kit then buy the Tamiya Nashorn. Probably the best Tamiya kit I've seen so far!
Anyhow, good luck with the build! It's a quick one. Not too many details. The only thing really wonky are the wheel mounts/axles. Also the "rubber band" tracks can't be glued with solvent. It's some sort of old elastic material and you have to use CA glue or similar. Modern "rubber band" tracks can be glued with cement.
Oh, dear..........Poor Jack!
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I recently bought the Jagdpanther II - yet another "perhaps" tank. This one didn't even exists as a single line on a piece of paper, it's just assumed it "might" have happened if the war had continued.
However, when I started building the Jagdpanther II and came to track assembly I almost gave up... Each link consists of 4 parts, that are really complex to assemble - and in the end it's virtually impossible to make them "working" and not just static so I've just thrown in the towel and ordered what I hope are the correct aftermarket tracks?
Friulmodel ATL-21
The prototype Panther II used the same sprockets as the King Tiger and the Jagdtiger. This would make the Jagdpanther II using the very same. Due to side skirts/panels that are tight to the tracks only transport tracks would fit, hence my order of a set of ATL-21, transport tracks.
I can recommend buying Friulmodel from eBay at the moment because one seller is selling them for Dollar right now instead of Euro, and with Swedish money in the pocket they were 8 Euro cheaper by paying US Dollar I don't know the state of Sterling right now but you should have the same phenomena with regards to the current currency exchange rates.
I just remembered what a pain in the ... it was to hand drill out all the pin holes on the Friulmodel tracks... But they are very nice so it's worth the hassle!
If my assumption is wrong that ATL-21 will fit my Jagdpanther II then please let me know, so I can kick myself a bit and then wonder what kit to buy that fits the tracks I just bought
However, when I started building the Jagdpanther II and came to track assembly I almost gave up... Each link consists of 4 parts, that are really complex to assemble - and in the end it's virtually impossible to make them "working" and not just static so I've just thrown in the towel and ordered what I hope are the correct aftermarket tracks?
Friulmodel ATL-21
The prototype Panther II used the same sprockets as the King Tiger and the Jagdtiger. This would make the Jagdpanther II using the very same. Due to side skirts/panels that are tight to the tracks only transport tracks would fit, hence my order of a set of ATL-21, transport tracks.
I can recommend buying Friulmodel from eBay at the moment because one seller is selling them for Dollar right now instead of Euro, and with Swedish money in the pocket they were 8 Euro cheaper by paying US Dollar
I don't know the state of Sterling right now but you should have the same phenomena with regards to the current currency exchange rates.I just remembered what a pain in the ... it was to hand drill out all the pin holes on the Friulmodel tracks... But they are very nice so it's worth the hassle!
If my assumption is wrong that ATL-21 will fit my Jagdpanther II then please let me know, so I can kick myself a bit and then wonder what kit to buy that fits the tracks I just bought
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I received this model kit. I been searching to buy 767b or 787b model kit for quite a while. And this is newly released kit from hasegawa. My all time favorite LeMans car.
I received this model kit. I been searching to buy 767b or 787b model kit for quite a while. And this is newly released kit from hasegawa. My all time favorite LeMans car.
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Goodness arrived from John today....
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Haven't done much modelling for months, partly due to family comittments, the purchase of a motorhome (big distration!!) and realising that I'm bored (for the moment) with vehicles. So I bought a 1/48 P47, mainly for the challenge!! At this point, realised that a better airbrush would help me a lot! YOLO and all that!
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Haven't done much modelling for months, partly due to family comittments, the purchase of a motorhome (big distration!!) and realising that I'm bored (for the moment) with vehicles. So I bought a 1/48 P47, mainly for the challenge!! At this point, realised that a better airbrush would help me a lot! YOLO and all that!
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Got a Zoukei Mura 1/48 Ta 152. Great looking kit.
NOte this isn't my image- Im too lazy. But it looks to be a great kit. It's crammed with plastic
I also got their He 219 on the way.
NOte this isn't my image- Im too lazy. But it looks to be a great kit. It's crammed with plastic
I also got their He 219 on the way.
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Nice collection there Jack, I see some nice little diorama's on the cards.
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Thats just the one i treated myself to and must say its a fine piece of kit.
Hope you enjoy using yours.
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That's the plan mate have a few diorama ideas for these figures
I've been quietly waiting for these two to come along for sensible money, both have been going for daft prices, particularly the JCB. I know I've built both of them previously on here, but I have a cunning new plan.
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Incidentally , the Sub. is 1/350 and not, as might appear in the picture, 1/50 - now that would be some kit!
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Incidentally , the Sub. is 1/350 and not, as might appear in the picture, 1/50 - now that would be some kit!
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Well the first outings have been a real revelation! Will post a full review once I've finished this P47D! Suffice it to say, so far, I'm gobsmacked!!
View attachment 288528 Always promised myself these two.
I got them at a toy fair
I got them at a toy fair
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Like the look of the big queen mary.
I guess nothing stays around for ever but its one i wish i had picked up when it was issued first time around.
I guess nothing stays around for ever but its one i wish i had picked up when it was issued first time around.
Nice ride out today to Ellesmere model show. I picked up a few kits and even won the the Norton Manx 500 on the tombola not bad for £2. Great day out I'll be going again next year. View attachment 288556 View attachment 288553 View attachment 288554 View attachment 288555 F
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The Norton looks a beauty, John!
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