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I'm building my very first model myself so I don't have much experience. I bought some different power tools but I think they are only needed for scratch build. For the kit I'm building the only tools needed so far has been a scalpel, a small file, sandpaper and different types of small clamps (some of which homemade). I've also used a rotary tool (Proxxon in my case) but it is not essential. It is indeed nice to have though.
I'm building my very first model myself so I don't have much experience. I bought some different power tools but I think they are only needed for scratch build. For the kit I'm building the only tools needed so far has been a scalpel, a small file, sandpaper and different types of small clamps (some of which homemade). I've also used a rotary tool (Proxxon in my case) but it is not essential. It is indeed nice to have though.
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If you live in Canada shipping is cheaper from UK than USA
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Hey Terry, welcome. I tend to get a lot of my common tools from Amazon. I also like Micro Mart. There is a forum thread having to do with tools. You might want to review that. Basically various exacto blades, tweezers, pliers, cutters, etc. There are some wood modelling kits that come with a set of common tools. Clamping is always an adventure. Staples binder clips, the smaller ones make great clamps. Clothes pegs as well. You will want various PVA (wood) glue and CA (instant) glue. Enjoy your 1st build. Make sure you do a build log so you can ask questions as you go along.
Welcome aboard SOS, Terry. Generally, building from kits doesn't require many tools. Usually, the kit manufacturer will provide the list of tools required for the assembly. Mostly you will need a hobby knife with a #11 blade and a set of replacement blades. You will need a few files: flat and round (at minimum), Various clamps, and sanding paper. You will need a vise pin and small drill bits... Once you start assembly, you will find out what do you need. Check this out...
Scale Model Tools Guide for beginners
If you’re a beginner and want to build your first scale model, there’s no denying that the right tools for the job make the process a whole lot easier. Because of the variety of models out there, it can sometimes be difficult to be sure exactly which tools you might need, and even if you have...
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Jimsky meant a pin vice, basically a small hand held tool for turning little drill bits by hand.
Exactly!!! Thanks, Chris.
A pin vise (or pin vice in the UK) is a miniature drill or twist drill that is a useful, fairly inexpensive specialized hand tool used a lot in miniature woodwork. ... This means it can also hold very thin, narrow drill bits.
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Lawrence
Hello Terry, Welcome aboard the Great Ship Of Scale Form, you will find very frendly people over here and they are always willing to help a ship mate.
Regards Lawrence
Regards Lawrence
This is so true. I can ship a small packet from Cornwall to central Canada for less than I would pay for postage to Vancouver! Most of my (used) books come from the UK for that reason. Terry, where roughly are you located?