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Why Do Top Scale Model Builders Choose Xuron® 450 TweezerNose™ Pliers?

March 24, 2022 by Abby Robey 2 Comments

Xuron® 450 TweezerNose™ Modeling Pliers for Scale Model Builders.

Quality modeling pliers are a must-have tool for any scale model builder. There are a variety of different types and brands of modeling pliers on the market, but one that consistently ranks as a favorite among top scale model builders is the Xuron® 450 TweezerNose™ Pliers.

So, what makes these modeling pliers so special?

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Filed Under: Scale Modeling Tagged With: 450, 450BN, Model Hobby Tools, Pliers

7 Tips for New Scale Modelers

February 24, 2022 by Abby Robey 4 Comments

The Xuron Model 2175ET is a scale modeling tool that no serious modeler should overlook.

If you’re interested in plastic scale modeling, you probably already know that the hobby is a lot more than just assembling pieces of plastic. In fact, it can be downright challenging at times. But if you’re up for the challenge, and you’re willing to learn a few things along the way, then read on – because we’ve got some tips for newbies that will set you on your way.

This article will provide new modelers with some tips to get started in the hobby. It will also describe some of the common challenges that new modelers face and offer advice on how to overcome them. Finally, it will provide a few resources that can help beginners get started in scale modeling.

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Filed Under: Scale Modeling

Q & A with Tony Bonti – Building Metal Earth® 3D Models using Xuron® Tools

November 27, 2020 by Abby Robey 2 Comments

Metal Earth® makes very detailed 3D etched models that are assembled using a few tools and nothing else. One of our manufacturing staff, Tony Bonti, is an avid model builder (and a member of the Southern Maine Scale Modelers) and has recently been testing a few Xuron® tools while building these models.

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Filed Under: Scale Modeling Tagged With: 450, 485FN, 9180ET, Photo-Etch, Plastic Kit Building, Pliers, Scissors, Sprue Cutter

Can You Ever Have Too Many Scale Modeling Tools?

December 17, 2019 by Gerald Voigt 2 Comments

The Xuron® Tool Kit #3200 includes three essential tools for pro model builders.

Let’s face it, if you’re like most scale modelers you’re someone inclined to be a hoarder. Your stash of kits is likely to consist of more kits than you could ever build in your lifetime, maybe even two! This propensity to acquire more isn’t just limited to model kits. It also applies to scale modeling tools and everything related.

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Filed Under: Scale Modeling Tagged With: 2175ET, Sprue Cutter, TK3200

How To Add Details To A Model Railroad Or Diorama

March 28, 2018 by Tom Piccirillo 5 Comments

Xuron® Model 450BN Bent Nose Pliers hold and place detail pieces

Tom’s Corner

Tips, techniques and commentary from Master Model Railroader Tom Piccirillo

Some people say, “It’s all in the details.” This is certainly true for award-winning scale models. Models are submitted for judging at contests, and much of the “score” needed to win an award is derived by the clean installation and proper placement of details.
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Filed Under: Model Railroading, Scale Modeling Tagged With: Details, Diorama, Hand Tools, Model Hobby Tools, Model Railroading, Pliers, Xuron Tools

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