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Showcase & Gallery / Random Product Gallery
« on: November 10, 2014, 12:38:07 pm »
Here are a few of our painted product samples for your review! Some can be used as side by side size comparison too...
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
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Work In Progress / Soviet Medium Tank T-34/85 - Project CLOSED!
« on: November 05, 2014, 10:12:28 pm »
With our multi-tasking crew on high gear, we have make changes to our T-34/76 and upgraded it into a T-34/85.
A comparison with the T-34/76 and the T-34/85:
An closeup look on the new T-34/85:
New features include:
- A new kit, not a reworked or patched up job!
- A brand new turret with 2 mantlet choices.
- A new road wheel set for the T-34/85, not found on the T-34/76.
- A new hull for the T-34/85.
- Also a 3 sprue kit with the same Rubicon quality!
On the drawing board... Enjoy!
A comparison with the T-34/76 and the T-34/85:
An closeup look on the new T-34/85:
New features include:
- A new kit, not a reworked or patched up job!
- A brand new turret with 2 mantlet choices.
- A new road wheel set for the T-34/85, not found on the T-34/76.
- A new hull for the T-34/85.
- Also a 3 sprue kit with the same Rubicon quality!
On the drawing board... Enjoy!
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General Discussions / To Some - Size does matter!
« on: October 30, 2014, 07:01:08 pm »
After announcement of our initial release, we got a few requests regarding if our kits are comparable in size with their own collection (in 1/56 (28mm) scale of course)! Instead of replying every each of you, we are posting each vehicle with a ruler beside it for your references!
Hope this will resolve any doubts about our measurement related issues!
Will add more vehicles as they become available!
Hope this will resolve any doubts about our measurement related issues!
Will add more vehicles as they become available!
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General Discussions / Don’t be afraid to fail, be afraid not to try... Beginning of a new beginning!
« on: October 25, 2014, 11:04:22 pm »
All are ready to ship... very soon indeed!
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Work In Progress / German Panzer III Road Wheel Revisited
« on: October 25, 2014, 12:53:37 pm »
A New Project has started... What is it?
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Official Assembly Instructions / Model Assembly Tips 101
« on: October 19, 2014, 03:13:34 pm »
Would like to share some model assembly tips with you all - even if you are a seasoned gamer!
TIPS 01: BASIC TOOLS - Most items in the picture are what we called "standard tools for modeling". However, you might noticed two odd items - Old Toothbrush & Nail Clipper. The toothbrush is used to brush off debris off the modeling pieces and sometimes to clean up primed parts before painting! A nail clipper is in fact a very good inexpensive modeling tool - with its curved cutting shape, you can trim wheels and other round objects with ease!
Some DOs and DON'Ts... (1) Use an old paintbrush when using liquid cement on detail parts - will glue better! (2) Never use your Plastic Clipper to cut paperclips or metal bits! (3) You should use your old toothbrush to clean your files occasionally for better performance! (4) To drill a big hole, always start with a smaller bit, then the intended size bit on the smaller drilled hole!
TIPS 02: CUTTING POINT - Never cut right at the connecting point where the part and the sprue met! To avoid damaging the part, ALWAYS cut the piece out with some sprue bits attached; then clean the spare bits off with a cutter, then smooth it out with a file and sandpaper!
TIPS 03: ODD FEATURES ON THE SPRUE - Once in a while, you might notice some odd-shape sprue features... they are there for a reason! Besides production functions, you can cut the part out by cutting right at the center position of these connectors to remove the piece! This is a much more effective and safe practice to remove parts from the sprue!
TIPS 04: READ THE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION - Always read the instruction BEFORE assembly! This is particular true for our multi-option / multi-variant kits! There are hidden markings (or indents) underneath the surface of some major parts - they are there for you to attach optional parts using your drill bits!
TIPS 05: ALWAYS TEST FIT BEFORE GLUING - Always TEST FITTED all the parts before gluing them together! Make this a common practice!
That's it for now... we will add some more tips as we go along!
Enjoy!
TIPS 01: BASIC TOOLS - Most items in the picture are what we called "standard tools for modeling". However, you might noticed two odd items - Old Toothbrush & Nail Clipper. The toothbrush is used to brush off debris off the modeling pieces and sometimes to clean up primed parts before painting! A nail clipper is in fact a very good inexpensive modeling tool - with its curved cutting shape, you can trim wheels and other round objects with ease!
Some DOs and DON'Ts... (1) Use an old paintbrush when using liquid cement on detail parts - will glue better! (2) Never use your Plastic Clipper to cut paperclips or metal bits! (3) You should use your old toothbrush to clean your files occasionally for better performance! (4) To drill a big hole, always start with a smaller bit, then the intended size bit on the smaller drilled hole!
TIPS 02: CUTTING POINT - Never cut right at the connecting point where the part and the sprue met! To avoid damaging the part, ALWAYS cut the piece out with some sprue bits attached; then clean the spare bits off with a cutter, then smooth it out with a file and sandpaper!
TIPS 03: ODD FEATURES ON THE SPRUE - Once in a while, you might notice some odd-shape sprue features... they are there for a reason! Besides production functions, you can cut the part out by cutting right at the center position of these connectors to remove the piece! This is a much more effective and safe practice to remove parts from the sprue!
TIPS 04: READ THE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION - Always read the instruction BEFORE assembly! This is particular true for our multi-option / multi-variant kits! There are hidden markings (or indents) underneath the surface of some major parts - they are there for you to attach optional parts using your drill bits!
TIPS 05: ALWAYS TEST FIT BEFORE GLUING - Always TEST FITTED all the parts before gluing them together! Make this a common practice!
That's it for now... we will add some more tips as we go along!
Enjoy!
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Wish Lists / A word about our Wish List
« on: October 15, 2014, 08:27:36 pm »
A Word About Our Wish List
We appreciate your active participation in telling us what you want, and we actually do registered your requests on our ever-changing wish list. However, for each project, we do have a basic production schedule based on various factors:
1) Research Material - We do need a lot of research material, reference data, photos and blueprints, etc for each project. It is not possible to make every kit multi-variant or multi-option, but that's our goal. This is also one of the reasons why we posted our WIP projects on this forum - to collect feedback and be able to make possible changes to the design in case of error or overlook.
2) Market Demand - Even though the cost of molds for plastic had came down a bit, they are still very expensive. To make each kit cost effective is a major factor for us to produce that particular vehicle or not. Sometime we can reduce the part counts and minimize the number of sprues to make a project viable, but not always possible!
3) Range Consideration - We want to see our range to cover all countries participating the world war, it is just a matter of time for us to reach that goal! We are doing the more popular vehicles now because we need the revenue to support new projects. As time goes by, less popular vehicles will have their chances on our work desks.
We are not just talking about tanks! We also have plans to produce soft skins, artillery, and other military pieces. We will announce them as we progress... why spoiled the fun of surprises?
We appreciate your active participation in telling us what you want, and we actually do registered your requests on our ever-changing wish list. However, for each project, we do have a basic production schedule based on various factors:
1) Research Material - We do need a lot of research material, reference data, photos and blueprints, etc for each project. It is not possible to make every kit multi-variant or multi-option, but that's our goal. This is also one of the reasons why we posted our WIP projects on this forum - to collect feedback and be able to make possible changes to the design in case of error or overlook.
2) Market Demand - Even though the cost of molds for plastic had came down a bit, they are still very expensive. To make each kit cost effective is a major factor for us to produce that particular vehicle or not. Sometime we can reduce the part counts and minimize the number of sprues to make a project viable, but not always possible!
3) Range Consideration - We want to see our range to cover all countries participating the world war, it is just a matter of time for us to reach that goal! We are doing the more popular vehicles now because we need the revenue to support new projects. As time goes by, less popular vehicles will have their chances on our work desks.
We are not just talking about tanks! We also have plans to produce soft skins, artillery, and other military pieces. We will announce them as we progress... why spoiled the fun of surprises?
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General Discussions / About Our Distributors...
« on: October 13, 2014, 03:37:48 pm »
With the launch of our website, we had listed distributors for some regions and territories. Some are not listed because we are still in discussion, and in some cases, we don't even have contacts or interest. If you think you knew some companies who are reputable and trustworthy, you can recommend them to us; but they must have existing distribution and dealer channels to begin with! We are a strong supporter of BRICK & MORTAR stores worldwide!
Building a business partnership takes time, we will not rush to conclusion because we wanted someone to represent us! All help are welcome!
Building a business partnership takes time, we will not rush to conclusion because we wanted someone to represent us! All help are welcome!
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Work In Progress / SdKfz 251/1 Ausf D - Project CLOSED!
« on: October 13, 2014, 03:04:22 pm »
Reviving a Shelved Project – SdKfz 251/1 Ausf. D
The Hanomag was our first pilot project when Rubicon Models was created back in Nov 2013. As it turned out, somebody else was also doing a similar vehicle, so we decided to shelf the project in goodwill and worked on the Panzer IV as our first kit.
A year had passed, and with the launch of our first six plastic kits, we are seriously thinking to revive our pet project back to life! Some might question why?
Our Hanomag design is quite different in many ways:
- It is an SdKfz 251/1 Ausf D.
- Will be a 2 sprue kit (hopefully).
- A third sprue for options or variants.
- More details on the kit.
- More options for customization.
- Designed to be multi-variant… all in plastic, no resin, no white metal!
Here are some of the possibilities:
Other possibilities included:
SdKfz 251/2 – 80mm Mortar Carrier
SdKfz 251/3 – Communication Carrier
SdKfz 251/4 – Infantry Tractor for towing guns
SdKfz 251/6 – Command version
SdKfz 251/7 – Another version of the Assault Engineering vehicle
SdKfz 251/9 – with 75mm L/24 gun
SdKfz 251/10 – with 37mm PaK 36 anti-tank gun
SdKfz 251/16 – Flammpanzerwagen
SdKfz 251/18 – Armoured Artillery Observation
SdKfz 251/22 – with 75mm Pak 40 anti-tank gun
SdKfz 251/23 – Reconnaissance
What do you think? Shall we proceed? Comments and why?
That’s it for now, will keep you posted as we progress!
The Hanomag was our first pilot project when Rubicon Models was created back in Nov 2013. As it turned out, somebody else was also doing a similar vehicle, so we decided to shelf the project in goodwill and worked on the Panzer IV as our first kit.
A year had passed, and with the launch of our first six plastic kits, we are seriously thinking to revive our pet project back to life! Some might question why?
Our Hanomag design is quite different in many ways:
- It is an SdKfz 251/1 Ausf D.
- Will be a 2 sprue kit (hopefully).
- A third sprue for options or variants.
- More details on the kit.
- More options for customization.
- Designed to be multi-variant… all in plastic, no resin, no white metal!
Here are some of the possibilities:
Other possibilities included:
SdKfz 251/2 – 80mm Mortar Carrier
SdKfz 251/3 – Communication Carrier
SdKfz 251/4 – Infantry Tractor for towing guns
SdKfz 251/6 – Command version
SdKfz 251/7 – Another version of the Assault Engineering vehicle
SdKfz 251/9 – with 75mm L/24 gun
SdKfz 251/10 – with 37mm PaK 36 anti-tank gun
SdKfz 251/16 – Flammpanzerwagen
SdKfz 251/18 – Armoured Artillery Observation
SdKfz 251/22 – with 75mm Pak 40 anti-tank gun
SdKfz 251/23 – Reconnaissance
What do you think? Shall we proceed? Comments and why?
That’s it for now, will keep you posted as we progress!
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Forum Announcement / About Our Website - Feedback PLEASE!
« on: October 13, 2014, 01:44:26 pm »
Now that our website is live, would appreciate if you can give us some feedback on the overall design.
Within the framework, we will continue to refine it and making it better!
Thanks!
Within the framework, we will continue to refine it and making it better!
Thanks!
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Official Assembly Instructions / 280015 Panther Ausf G - REVISED-
« on: October 11, 2014, 11:17:57 am »
Assembly Instruction for the Panther Ausf G (280015) with new additional sprue
Last Update: 200820
Last Update: 200820
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Official Assembly Instructions / 280014 Panther Ausf D/A
« on: October 11, 2014, 11:16:27 am »
Assembly Instruction for the Panther Ausf D/A
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General Discussions / Another Blog Review from BoltAction.net on our M4A3 Sherman
« on: October 10, 2014, 03:12:13 pm »
Another Blog Review... this time from BoltAction.net on our M4A3 Sherman!
http://www.boltaction.net/2014/10/rubicon-models-m4a3-sherman-review.html
Hope everyone will like it!
http://www.boltaction.net/2014/10/rubicon-models-m4a3-sherman-review.html
Hope everyone will like it!
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General Discussions / Panzer III Blog Review by WSS Magazine
« on: October 08, 2014, 11:13:54 am »
Our very first Blog Review:
by Guy Bowers, editor of Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy magazine
Here is the link: http://www.karwansaraypublishers.com/pw/wss/blog/first-look-rubicon-panzer-iii/
Enjoy!
by Guy Bowers, editor of Wargames, Soldiers & Strategy magazine
Here is the link: http://www.karwansaraypublishers.com/pw/wss/blog/first-look-rubicon-panzer-iii/
Enjoy!
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Official Assembly Instructions / 280013 T-34/76 Early & Mid War - REVISED
« on: October 03, 2014, 02:19:11 am »
Assembly Instruction for the T-34/76 Early & Mid War (280013) with retooled sprue
Last Update 200820
Last Update 200820