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

November 27, 2020 by Abby Robey Leave a Comment

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: Photo-Etch, Plastic Kit Building, Pliers, Scissors, Sprue Cutter

Choosing the Right Adhesive for Plastic Model Building

June 7, 2017 by Gerald Voigt 6 Comments

Glues, Cement and Solvents for Plastic Model Building.

Our last post on glues, cements, and solvents for plastic model building promised a part two – tips to help you know which adhesive is best for your particular project, as well as useful tools for precision placement of your adhesive.

First, let’s talk about the pros and cons of each adhesive …
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Filed Under: Scale Modeling Tagged With: Adhesives, Model Hobby Tools, Plastic Kit Building, Xuron Tools

Scale Modeling…When and Where?

April 22, 2015 by Gerald Voigt Leave a Comment

Gerald's RV workstation.

In my lifetime as a scale modeler I’ve used just about every conceivable type of work space: A shelf in a spare bedroom closet, TV dinner tray, desk, dedicated cabinet, as well as large spacious workshops.

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Filed Under: Scale Modeling Tagged With: Model Hobby Tools, Plastic Kit Building, Pliers, Sprue Cutter

iHobby Expo 2012 – Will Cleveland “Rock”?

August 20, 2012 by Abby Robey 3 Comments

iHobby Expo

When I first heard that the HMA (Hobby Manufacturer’s Association) was moving the annual iHobby Expo from Chicago (Rosemont), Illinois to Cleveland, Ohio, I was, to say the least underwhelmed.  That feeling, however, lasted about 5 minutes.  I had to put aside my “creature of habit” attitude and realize that a new venue is good for everyone — especially the consumers in the Cleveland area that will have the opportunity to experience this event and meet with major hobby product manufacturers (like Xuron Corp)!
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Filed Under: Model Railroading, Radio Control, Scale Modeling Tagged With: Hobby, Model Railroading, Plastic Kit Building, Radio Control, Trade Show, Xuron Tools

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