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The Most Important Materials for Scale Modelling

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This will let you start scale modelling since these items are not included in scale models, except for a few that are branded as starter kits, but they don't include all of the materials listed below. Just remember your first model will never be your...
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General

The products you will use during the all round process of building your model

 
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This is what glues everything together. I recommend getting the green Tamiya tube.
Plastic Cement
 
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You will use these to apply your decals. I have also included cross-lock tweezers, but those are not mandatory.
Tweezers
 
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Comes in handy when you need to paint specific parts of your model
Tamiya Masking Tape
 
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These are for cutting off the parts of your model. Never do this by hand because it could damage the parts.
Excel Spruce Cutter 4-1/2 inch, Black
 
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This is for sanding down the bits that stay with your models' pieces after cutting them off your spruce board. A nail file will also work.
Model Sandpaper
 
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These will be used for many things, but primarily for cutting out your decals.
Hobby Knife
 
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This will be used for filling in little gaps and holes in your scale model
Model Putty
 
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This is not to stain or cut your desk
Cutting Mats

Painting

What you will need to paint you scale model

 
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This is quite self-explanatory…
Best Paint Brushes for Modelling
 
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There are many types of paints, so make sure to do some research on this
Tamiya Model Paints
 
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A different type of paint
Tamiya Spray Paint
 
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I personally do not have one, this is not at all mandatory, and maybe you should wait until you are sure you like the hobby as you can 100% complete a scale model without using an airbrush and it will still turn out completely fine.
Airbrush Kit For Models

Decals

Some items that are needed for applying decals are also in the general section. Your model will come with its own decal sheet.
 
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These are for applying decals. Make sure to buy both of them.
How to apply decals with Microset and Microsol
 
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Spray this before starting to apply the decals.
Tamiya Clear Color Spray