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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

Gate Cutters: Essential for Injection Molders

April 5, 2016 by Abby Robey Leave a Comment

The Xuron® Model 2175A cuts a variety of injection molded parts

Gate cutters are essential hand tools for injection molders to trim molded parts free from the gate.

While there are many types of gate cutters available, Xuron Corporation’s Model 2175A Plastic Cutter is a cost-effective, high-quality option for injection molders.

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Filed Under: Industrial Products, Micro-Shear® Flush Cutters Tagged With: 2175A, Cutters, De-Gating, Gate Cutters, Hand Tools, Injection Molding, Micro-Shear® Flush Cutter, Sprue Cutter, 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: 2175ET, 450, Model Hobby Tools, Plastic Kit Building, Pliers, Sprue Cutter

Come See Us At The East Coast All Scale Train Show

September 14, 2014 by Abby Robey Leave a Comment

Xuron® Model Railroader's Tool Kit.

Xuron Corp. is coming to the East Coast All Scale Train Show in York, Pennsylvania!

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Filed Under: Model Railroading Tagged With: Cutters, Hand Tools, Micro-Shear® Flush Cutter, Model Railroading, Pliers, Sprue Cutter, Track Cutter, Trade Show, Xuron Tools

A Day With The Southern Maine Scale Modelers

May 16, 2014 by Abby Robey Leave a Comment

In early April I had the pleasure of attending (as a non-selling vendor) the Southern Maine Scale Modeler’s Annual Model Contest, Downeastcon. This event attracted scale model builders from Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts and beyond.

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Filed Under: Scale Modeling Tagged With: Cutters, Hand Tools, Hobby, IPMS, Micro-Shear® Flush Cutter, Model Club, Model Hobby Tools, Model Railroading, Pliers, Radio Control, Sprue Cutter, Track Cutter, Xuron Tools

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