Skip to contentCollectors from all over the world are fascinated by diecast models. These small replicas have been faithfully reproduced down to the tiniest detail. The diecast model market is large; you’ll get everything, whether you want a single model or an entire collection. But are there reputable marketplaces for diecast models around?There is a market for diecast models both offline and online such as eBay, Quality Diecast Toys, Online Selling, Trade Shows, Conventions, Charity shops, and Pawnshops. Each of these marketplaces has its own pros and cons and choosing which one to use is...…Skip to contentCollectors from all over the world are fascinated by diecast models. These small replicas have been faithfully reproduced down to the tiniest detail. The diecast model market is large; you’ll get everything, whether you want a single model or an entire collection. But are there reputable marketplaces for diecast models around?There is a market for diecast models both offline and online such as eBay, Quality Diecast Toys, Online Selling, Trade Shows, Conventions, Charity shops, and Pawnshops. Each of these marketplaces has its own pros and cons and choosing which one to use is...WW…

Skip to contentMany modelers show their passion for scale models through painting. It is one of the hobbies that modelers love to engage in their free time. Today, you can build model cars after buying the modeling kit, and one of the things you can do is paint the models, whether it is a car, motorcycle, truck, or Gunpla model. However, a question that remains among many model car builders is whether they should paint the model before or after assembly.In general, it is good for beginners to paint after assembly because it is easier than painting small parts one by one. Furthermore, it is...…Skip to contentMany modelers show their passion for scale models through painting. It is one of the hobbies that modelers love to engage in their free time. Today, you can build model cars after buying the modeling kit, and one of the things you can do is paint the models, whether it is a car, motorcycle, truck, or Gunpla model. However, a question that remains among many model car builders is whether they should paint the model before or after assembly.In general, it is good for beginners to paint after assembly because it is easier than painting small parts one by one. Furthermore, it is...WW…

Skip to contentI remember those flashy Hot Wheels ads when I was younger. Since I am always watching some cartoons, I also see those ads on Hot Wheels and how cool they look. That’s why when I was young, I am always in awe when those ads pop up. Right now, I still have some diecast toys around and one of the questions I have is are these Hot Wheels I had are valuable. If that is the case, then how can I tell if it is valuable.To tell if a Hot Wheels is valuable, you need to check its manufacturing date. Hot Wheels that are made in the 1960s and 1970s are now extremely valuable and rare....…Skip to contentI remember those flashy Hot Wheels ads when I was younger. Since I am always watching some cartoons, I also see those ads on Hot Wheels and how cool they look. That’s why when I was young, I am always in awe when those ads pop up. Right now, I still have some diecast toys around and one of the questions I have is are these Hot Wheels I had are valuable. If that is the case, then how can I tell if it is valuable.To tell if a Hot Wheels is valuable, you need to check its manufacturing date. Hot Wheels that are made in the 1960s and 1970s are now extremely valuable and rare....WW…

Skip to contentSanding is an exciting experience for modelers as they try to smoothen the stress and nub marks. Furthermore, they are also used for smoothening top coats before rubbing and buffing. When I was a beginner in Gunpla modeling, I had a lot of fun sanding my models to smoothen their surfaces. However, I also experienced using the incorrect grit to smoothen my model and broke it instead. With all these experiences, I decided to write this post and help people use sandpaper for their models. So, what sandpaper should you use for Gunpla?As a general rule, you should use grit 600,...…Skip to contentSanding is an exciting experience for modelers as they try to smoothen the stress and nub marks. Furthermore, they are also used for smoothening top coats before rubbing and buffing. When I was a beginner in Gunpla modeling, I had a lot of fun sanding my models to smoothen their surfaces. However, I also experienced using the incorrect grit to smoothen my model and broke it instead. With all these experiences, I decided to write this post and help people use sandpaper for their models. So, what sandpaper should you use for Gunpla?As a general rule, you should use grit 600,...WW…

Skip to contentPainting can be daunting for beginner modelers as it includes many steps such as priming, base coat, top coat, and buffing. Thus, some tend to skip priming since it looks like it’s unnecessary. However, is priming optional, or do we really need to prime Gunpla models before painting?You should prime your models before painting because it provides a sticky surface for the paint. This prevents chipping that can happen in the future, prolonging your paint’s life. Furthermore, priming removes scratches on the body to make the surface smooth. For these reasons, priming is...…Skip to contentPainting can be daunting for beginner modelers as it includes many steps such as priming, base coat, top coat, and buffing. Thus, some tend to skip priming since it looks like it’s unnecessary. However, is priming optional, or do we really need to prime Gunpla models before painting?You should prime your models before painting because it provides a sticky surface for the paint. This prevents chipping that can happen in the future, prolonging your paint’s life. Furthermore, priming removes scratches on the body to make the surface smooth. For these reasons, priming is...WW…