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The Art of Scale Modeling: Insights from a 50-Year Modeler

April 4, 2025 by Abby Robey Leave a Comment

Around the World with Xuron® Tools, featuring the Art of Scale Modeling with Scott Hollingshead.

For over half a century, Scott Hollingshead of Michigan, USA, has immersed himself in the intricate and rewarding world of scale modeling. His experience, chronicled in a recent entry form, offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a hobbyist who finds passion and tranquility in crafting replicas of aircraft, ships, cars, and more. From his first childhood kit to advanced techniques using airbrushes and photoetched parts, his story is one of dedication, growth, and innovation. Let’s explore the themes that define this remarkable hobby and reflect on the lessons we can all take from his craft.

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Filed Under: Scale Modeling Tagged With: 2175ET, 450, 575, 9180ET, Around the World with Xuron® tools, TK3200, TK3600

Get the Best Results with the Xuron® TK 3600 Professional Photo-Etch Tool Kit

May 22, 2024 by Gerald Voigt 10 Comments

Xuron® TK3600 Pro Photo Etch Tool Kit contains three tools.

Are you a scale modeler or model railroader looking for the perfect tool kit to help you get the best results when working with photo-etch parts? Then check out the Xuron® TK 3600 Professional Photo Etch Tool Kit. This kit is designed to simplify and streamline your process, giving you three specialty tools that are capable of trimming PE parts with unmatched precision: the 9180ET Professional Photo-Etch Scissors, the 450 TweezerNose™ Pliers, and the 575 Micro-Bending Pliers. 

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Filed Under: Model Railroading, Scale Modeling Tagged With: 450, 575, 9180ET, TK 3600

Bend & Form Wire, Photo-Etch, Light Gauge Sheet Stock with this Specialty Pliers Duo

June 4, 2023 by Gerald Voigt 1 Comment

Bend and Form Wire, Photo-Etch with Bending Forming Pliers Duo.

I’ll bet that when you think of Xuron® tools, a few well-known and well-used tools come to mind. Today, let’s expand your view of what’s available and hone in on some possibly lesser-known tools to bend wire, form wire, photo-etch, and various materials. These pliers and all Xuron® tools are available through local hobby shops.

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Filed Under: Model Railroading, Scale Modeling Tagged With: 485FN, 575, Hand Tools, Pliers

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