Modelling Tools and Glue
It is important to have the right tool for the job, but not all tools are created equal. In this section, we have tested out a whole range of tools to find the ones that are good value for money and still give you amazing results
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TOOLS
Jucoci wooden model painting handle
Solid Hardwood
x4 easy switch magnetic caps
360 degree rotating cap
Detatchable metal hand rest
Comfortable to hold
Binocular Loupes 3.5 X 420 mm Optical Glass
Light weight (just 35g)
x3.5 magnification
Easy to adjust and customise to your eyes
Longer focal length
Focal length encourages a more comfortable painting position
Excellent peripheral vision
Cannot be work over perscription glasses
OttLite Space Saving LED Magnifier Desk Lamp
Excellent "daylight" LED desk lamp
x4 points of adjustment
Inbuilt x1.75 magnification lens
Unable to change magnification
The magnifier lense has a very short focal length
Thick light rim can limit peripheral view of wet pallete etc
Hands Free Headband Magnifying Glass
Twist lock to change blades
Comes with 5 different lenses
(x1.0, x1.5, x2.0, x2.5, x3.5)
Short focal length
Limited peripheral vision
Revell Contacta Liquid Glue with Professional Needle Applicator
Liquid Cement Adhesive for Plastic
Needle applicator for precision application
Needle applicator can get blocked with dried glue
But this is easily fixed if it happens
Tamiya Razor Saw
Easy fit twist lock on the handle
x2 blades to choose from
The pointy blade is great for hard to reach areas
The stright blade is great for straight neat cuts
Modelcraft PPV2237 Pin Vice Double Ended Swivel Top
Drill bits come seperately
x2 revisible vice held in the body
Rotating cap for comfort
Microbox drill bit 20 pce set (0.3-1.6mm)
Range of sizes that fit the Pin vice drill or rotary drill
Hobbies Precision Dual-Grit Flexi Sanders - 6 Piece Assorted Set
x3 different grit sizes
These sanders are "squidgy" so conform to the surface to help achieve a smooth result
Tamiya basic file set
Need to be careful
If you press too hard, these will carve away plastic or resin
x3 different shaped metal files
With just a light pressure, these will effectively file plastic and resin
Airbrush cleaning set with spray pot
Glass spray pot is heavy enough to safely act as a airbrush holder
x5 sizes of cleaning rods and brushes
You can easily damage fragile airbrush components with aggressive cleaning
Classic Hobby knife
Twist lock to change blades
Can be used with a range of blade shapes
GLUE
Tamiya Extra Thin Cement 40ml
Extra Thin Liquid Cement Adhesive for Plastic
Ideal for small parts
Handy applicator brush held within the bottle lid.