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Looking for a Panzer IV kit..,

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  • Member since
    February 2004
  • From: Dillwyn, VA
Looking for a Panzer IV kit..,
Posted by In The Woods on Sunday, December 6, 2009 6:06 PM

...with a low(er) parts count than some of the Dragon kits.  I appreciate the fact that many modelers enjoy the detail that 1200+ parts (or 600-700 parts) offer, but I get bogged down in too much detail and never manage to finish the kit:  it's too much like work.

So I'm looking for recommendations for a Panzer IV kit which isn't quite so detailed.  I know, I know, it's dull as dishwater, but what am I to do? Big Smile [:D]

 

Thanks to all who reply.

 

With best regards,

 

Stephen. 

Or maybe there isn't such a beast after all...

 

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  • Member since
    December 2007
  • From: Bridgeview, Illinois
Posted by mg.mikael on Sunday, December 6, 2009 6:13 PM
Low part count, eh? I'd say look at Tamiya. Their Panzer IV kits may not be up to par with Dragon detail wise, but they still have a nice amount of detail(potential for scratching) and they don't have anywhere near the part count of some Dragons kits. Plus they can be had at relatively cheap prices if you look around.

"A good plan executed now is better than a perfect plan next week." - George S. Patton

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  • Member since
    March 2003
  • From: Rain USA, Vancouver WA
Posted by tigerman on Sunday, December 6, 2009 11:37 PM

The Tamiya Pz IV J is a great little kit. About 300 or so parts and no indie tracks. The one thing it lacks is side-schurzen. It still has nice details, but is a joy to put together.

I'm like you, I'm not a fan of overly  engineered kits. I like detail, but not over complicated builds.

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 Eric 

  • Member since
    August 2009
  • From: Cary, North Carolina
Posted by M1Carbine on Monday, December 7, 2009 2:01 AM

I agree with MG and Eric.  The tamiya kit #35209 is fairly cheap, I think I got mine last week for $22. It builds into a decent model and plenty of rom to add details if you wish.  OOB its a great kit.

 

Bob

 

  • Member since
    September 2009
  • From: Spring Branch, TX
Posted by satch_ip on Monday, December 7, 2009 6:56 AM
How about the Italeri Pz IV?  Iv'e got one of those.  I think they reissued them too.  Should be easy to find.
  • Member since
    December 2002
  • From: Reno, NV
Posted by espins1 on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 5:15 PM

The Italeri Pz.Kpfw. IV Ausf. F2/G is not bad.  I build one of those a couple years ago for the Italeri GB and really enjoyed the kit.

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  • Member since
    March 2003
  • From: Rain USA, Vancouver WA
Posted by tigerman on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 6:07 PM

M1Carbine

I agree with MG and Eric.  The tamiya kit #35209 is fairly cheap, I think I got mine last week for $22. It builds into a decent model and plenty of room to add details if you wish.  OOB its a great kit.

 

Bob

 

Geez dude, Christmas isn't for another 2 weeks. Can't say I blame you, a deals a deal.

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 Eric 

  • Member since
    August 2009
  • From: Cary, North Carolina
Posted by M1Carbine on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 6:13 PM

Eric...I just couldnt resist.............LOL

 

Bob

  • Member since
    March 2003
  • From: Rain USA, Vancouver WA
Posted by tigerman on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 6:24 PM

Did you pick it up at Hobbytown?

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 Eric 

  • Member since
    August 2009
  • From: Cary, North Carolina
Posted by M1Carbine on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 6:46 PM

Why yes I did         Big Smile

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    July 2006
  • From: San Francisco Bay Area
Posted by bufflehead on Thursday, December 10, 2009 12:24 AM

M1Carbine

I agree with MG and Eric.  The tamiya kit #35209 is fairly cheap, I think I got mine last week for $22. It builds into a decent model and plenty of rom to add details if you wish.  OOB its a great kit.

 

Bob

 

$22?!?!?!  Wow. that's a pretty good deal Bob!! 

Gotta agree with everyone, the Tamiya Pz IV kits are the way to go if you're looking for ease of building.

Ernest

Last Armor Build - 1/35 Dragon M-26A1, 1/35 Emhar Mk.IV Female

     

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