The Tenyo Buzz Lightyear metal model is a lot of fun to build. I'm going to review the kit and walk through a full build report. You can see some more pictures and a video of the finished model as you scroll down. But first, in case you've been … [Read more...] about Review: Tenyo Buzz Lightyear Metallic Nano Puzzle (Build Report)
How to Read Chinese and Japanese Instructions for 3D Metal Models
In this post I'll provide you with a very easy way for you to read Chinese and Japanese instructions in 3D metal model kits sourced from other parts of the world. [I've also made a video tutorial of this post. If you'd like to watch it, just … [Read more...] about How to Read Chinese and Japanese Instructions for 3D Metal Models
Review: Metal Earth Cessna 182 Floatplane (Build Report)
When the Metal Earth Cessna 182 Floatplane kit was released and I saw it for the first time, I immediately knew that resistance was futile. It looks spectacular on the package art. And when I finally got around to building it, the finished model does … [Read more...] about Review: Metal Earth Cessna 182 Floatplane (Build Report)
Review: Metal Earth 1965 Ford Mustang (Build Report)
The Metal Earth 1965 Ford Mustang is a really fun kit that builds into a nice little model of this classic car. I worked on it over several short building sessions, but only because it's been a particularly busy season and I kept getting interrupted. … [Read more...] about Review: Metal Earth 1965 Ford Mustang (Build Report)
5 Mistakes Sucking the Joy Out of Your 3D Metal Model Hobby
Building 3D metal model kits has brought me a lot of joy and hours of good, healthy distraction. But I've learned that there are a few things that can derail the fun for me. Maybe you've been tempted by some of these things also? 1. Attempting to … [Read more...] about 5 Mistakes Sucking the Joy Out of Your 3D Metal Model Hobby
Build Report: Metal Earth Ark of the Covenant (Disney Parks)
The Metal Earth Ark of the Covenant is a nice build of a really interesting subject. It makes a beautiful “golden” metal model for display. Before we get into the build, however … a little history of the subject … The Ark of the Covenant The … [Read more...] about Build Report: Metal Earth Ark of the Covenant (Disney Parks)
5 Essentials for Your Metal Earth Tool Kit (and 7 More It’s Nice to Have)
Technically, I guess all you actually need to put together a simple metal model is a pair of tweezers. But the results you can achieve, and your enjoyment of the process, will be greatly enhanced by a few more basic tools. Over time I have bought and … [Read more...] about 5 Essentials for Your Metal Earth Tool Kit (and 7 More It’s Nice to Have)
Where Can You Buy Metal Earth Models? (And Other Brands Too)
I've shopped around and bought metal model kits from a number of different sources, and I've learned quite a lot along the way. The Metal Earth brand itself is produced by and distributed in North America by Fascinations Inc. They have a helpful … [Read more...] about Where Can You Buy Metal Earth Models? (And Other Brands Too)
Can You Paint Metal Earth Models? A Method That Actually Works
An all-metal finish has a charm of it’s own, and looks great on display. But after building a lot of Metal Earth models, I began thinking about branching out and trying something different with the medium. Experimentation is, after all, one of the … [Read more...] about Can You Paint Metal Earth Models? A Method That Actually Works
31 Cool Ideas for Building Your Own Metal Earth Collection
Everyone comes to the hobby of building metal models with different interests. For me, I had spent years building scale model aircraft, so the most natural thing was for me to begin there. My first Metal Earth model was a P-51 Mustang, and from there … [Read more...] about 31 Cool Ideas for Building Your Own Metal Earth Collection