Das Werk

NARSES2 · July 31, 2019, 06:16:01 AM

In a possible sign of a reaction to the super detailed model which you spend an age on fitting the interior out and then can't see a thing Das Werk are releasing some of their 1/35 Panther kits without the normal interior fittings.

Has the pendulum started to swing or did they simply not have enough interior sprues moulded ?

zenrat · August 01, 2019, 05:33:41 AM

Miniart (I think - correct me if i'm wrong) produce two versions of their more detailed armour - with and without interior. A good idea if you ask me.

But if you were not satisfied with the trials and tribulations of fitting out a 1/35 interior, I have a Hobby Boss T34 with full interior detail (including engine & transmission) in 1/48.

NARSES2 · August 02, 2019, 06:13:55 AM

I also think it's a good idea.

Interestingly the IBG Crusader AA tank I'm going to build has taken the minimalist approach to the running gear and track assembly which is one of the reasons I bought it.

zenrat · August 03, 2019, 05:22:08 AM

I don't like rubber band tracks but I can see that the novelty of working individual link tracks would very quickly wear off. Link and length seems to be a good compromise in 1/35 and 1/48.

NARSES2 · August 03, 2019, 07:00:04 AM

Quote from: zenrat on August 03, 2019, 05:22:08 AM
I don't like rubber band tracks but I can see that the novelty of working individual link tracks would very quickly wear off. Link and length seems to be a good compromise in 1/35 and 1/48.

The IBG Crusader has the tracks moulded complete with the inside of the running gear and you attach the individual outer running gear parts to that. Very simple and in 1/72 very practical especially as the Crusader has minimal track sag, if any.

Old Wombat · August 04, 2019, 02:32:56 AM

Quote from: zenrat on August 03, 2019, 05:22:08 AM
I don't like rubber band tracks but I can see that the novelty of working individual link tracks would very quickly wear off. Link and length seems to be a good compromise in 1/35 and 1/48.

Yes!

rickshaw · August 05, 2019, 06:50:04 PM

I actually prefer the rubber band style of track - if they are molded well, I look with horror at the amount of work required by individual track links or even link and length tracks. I am, I know, a lazy modeller.

NARSES2 · August 06, 2019, 06:17:43 AM

I don't think I ever found a practical solution to joining those old Airfix tracks. In the end I'd be nice to my mum for a few days and she'd sew them together for me

zenrat · August 07, 2019, 05:40:39 AM

I used to put the join over a return roller behind a skirt if possible, or under road wheel if not, and then flood it with tube glue. It made a sticky mess which adhered to the styrene part it was sat on/under. Never very satisfactory.

Mossie · January 22, 2025, 11:36:46 AM

Das Werk 1/35 Raketenjagdpanzer Jaguar I. New tool, not related to the Revell kit. Different options for the HOT launcher optics.

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kerick · January 22, 2025, 06:25:11 PM

Interesting! I wouldn't have to whiff this one. Here's a pic of the front.

Wardukw · January 22, 2025, 10:37:22 PM

Don't if any of you blokes have built a Das Werk kit yet bit if you decide to don't be scared or worried...im building the DW SMK-18-TYP 2 Salvenmaschinenk kit ...this is a eight barreled 20mm cannon..kit number DW35005 .
It builds up very well with clean fitment of parts and very nice details..gun barrels are pre-drilled unlike some high end brands can't even be bothered doing .
Well worth your money if you decide to spend it 😉