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STARTING TIPS
Parts can be more easily removed from the sheet using a pair of clippers. A pair of tweezers or needle nose pliers are highly recommended during assembly. (More infomation about tools below) |
Plan out and understand how the parts will come together. Folding any piece back and forth along a fold line more than 2 times will cause the piece to weaken and/or break. Be sure to use a gentle touch. |
Parts lock together using tabs and holes. Pay close attention to the and ▲ symbols: A represents a tab that should be folded 90°. A ▲ represents a tab that should be twisted 90°. |
WHAT DO THE SKILL LEVELS MEAN?
Choose a model that corresponds to the level you feel you are at.
Each package of Metal Earth and ICONX gives an indication as to how challenging a model is to build.
Each package of Metal Earth and ICONX gives an indication as to how challenging a model is to build.
EASY
Beginner
Features: Full play value, de-gated pieces. Build time: Up to 1 hour. |
MODERATE
Semi-Casual builder
Features: More pieces, larger scale. Build time: Up to 2 hours. |
CHALLENGING
Casual builder
Features: 100+ pieces. Build time: 3+ hours. |
EXPERT
Experienced hobbyist
Features: 120+ pieces. Build time: 5+ hours. |
RECOMMENDED TOOLS
NEEDLE NOSE PLIERSUsed to hold parts plus bend and twist tabs but can reach places in which the flat nose pliers do not fit. |
FLAT NOSE PLIERSUsed to hold parts securely and create tight connections by pulling and twisting tabs. |
CLIPPERGreat for cutting pieces from the metal sheet. Eliminates the need to remove each piece by bending back and forth. |
TWEEZERSIdeal for handling small pieces. Provide you excellent accuracy and handling pieces little bit easier. |
The Toolkit is available from our ACCESSORIES section.
VIDEO ASSEMBLY EXAMPLES
Wonder Woman Assembly |
Tiger Tank Assembly |
Halo Guardian Assembly |
Black Pearl Assembly |
We know you’re eager, but take a moment to read over your model kit’s instructions before you begin building.
Be sure to view your model on our 360 View Gallery.
360° VIEWAll models have a 360 degree view. Choose your model, then click and drag over the image to view in 360 degrees. Click Here for 360° View Gallery |
INSTRUCTION SHEETSEasily go to the gallery to find & download any instruction you need to your computer. Click Here for Instruction Sheets Gallery |