Tag: Tiger I

  • T-Rex Studio Tiger I  Feifel filters (Type B) In Box Review

    T-Rex Studio Tiger I Feifel filters (Type B) In Box Review

    As part of my upcoming Tiger I build (more info soon) I picked up one of T-rex studio’s latest releases, 3d printed Feifel filters. Although often associated with the Africa Korps’ Tigers, early variants did occasionally have the later variant fitted on before being phased out in mid and late variants. Seeing as I’ll be building a Kursk Tiger, I picked up a set to try out on the build.

    I’ve been a massive fan of T-Rex Studios for a while now and find that their products are very well detailed and can add a lot to the model, their tracks in particular are excellent in my experience. This is the first aftermarket accessory I will have reviewed and won’t be tallying up scores as seen in my other kit reviews as there’s too much variability between different aftermarket products for a score to be relevant.

    Inside the box you don’t get a whole lot, just two large pieces inside of a plastic bag. There are no instructions or any other documentation of any kind, not that you’d need it as assembly should be minimal. To their credit, T-Rex does have detailed photographs on their website detailing how the final assembly should look attached to the model.

    Detail is excellent and there are no layer lines visible to the naked eye (sometimes common on 3d printed parts). Only upon taking high resolution images and zooming in do layer lines become apparent however they are not visible to the naked eye. It is apparent that these parts were printed with a very high resolution 3d printer.

    Overall I’m very happy with the quality of these prints, I’ve always had good experiences with T-Rex products and I’ll continue to consider them for my builds.

    Thanks for looking!

  • Tamiya Tiger I S33

    Tamiya Tiger I S33

    After starting in July, I have finally completed Tiger S33. After nearly a month of no work getting done in June (due to parts not arriving) The Tiger is complete. Aftermarket parts used included Fruilmodel metal tracks, RB models metal barrel and 2m Aerial, As well as Eduard Phototech. The model weighs a pretty significant amount due to all the metal!

    After priming in black I finished it in pretty standard brown and green camouflage, Tamiya Acrylics were used.

    For weathering I clear coated the model, did a dot filter, clear coated again, and used AK interactive’s Streaking grime product. It worked pretty great although I would caution anyone who wants to used it to make sure they work quickly and not allow it to dry on the model.

    I finished with testors dull coat

  • Tamiya Tiger I S33 (Part 5)

    Tamiya Tiger I S33 (Part 5)

    Last update until primer and paint goes on! just 1 or 2 things left to add/fix. I decided to post an update to show what the model looks like with all the aftermarket pieces added. one of my favorite details is the fire extinguisher it really enhances the detail of the model to another level.

    Many of the tools are not glued down, as I didn’t want them getting in the way of the weathering and I wanted to be able to paint them with greater precision. There are a few details I added that were not included in the kit or PE sets. One of which is the wires for the headlights, as well as the tow cables. I made them by taking three pieces of soldering wire, attach one end to a vice and the other to a dremel tool, I think it looks ok but I could have used smaller wire.

    Thats all for now! Paint is imminent, I have a big project coming that needs to be finished by the end of September (for a competition) so I hope to start working on it around August!

     

  • Tamiya Tiger I S33 (Part 4)

    Tamiya Tiger I S33 (Part 4)

    After getting Eduard’s PE set in the mail this past week the Tiger is finally progressing, Photo etched parts are bout 80% complete, I just need to add a few small details and handles for tools and such, should be ready to go for paint in a few days. in general I’m really happy with where the build is going, especially the damaged side skirts and fenders. Not pictured is a metal antenna from RB model, which will probably be applied last.

    I’m still plugging away on the Taisan Porsche, although right now i’m only focusing on the body. It’s got it’s first coat of paint and gloss coat although I still have to do 1-2 more coats of the gloss in preparation for the decals an polishing.

  • Tamiya Tiger I S33 (Part 3.5)

    Tamiya Tiger I S33 (Part 3.5)

    Decided to post a small update to the tiger. I’m currently waiting on some aftermarket parts from Australia so right now production has ground to a halt.

    I did get a metal barrel from RB model so at least some things are getting done.

    I’ll definitely post updates when I get the chance though.

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