Peter, I am relieved! I was so worried it would ruin your model trying to fix it and ruin your enjoyment of building it, but you fixed it and did another "come clean" video instead. That in itself deserves credit. I recently had a tail wheel snap off a finished model and had to drill it and insert a metal rod, so i know how hard this can be on a finished kit. Working through issues with kits can be very frustrating and there are times I build out of the box for a nice easy build (I wish!), but mostly i torture myself with resin detail sets and superdetailed cockpits anyway so its self inflicted for me in many cases. Keep doing what you do. Your rants are constructive and help decide if the level of effort required is the same as our skill levels. We can avoid or at least be forwarned of pitfalls if we decide to take if on.
For reattaching gear legs I've come to start drilling out a hole in the leg and what's left in the well, and then CA'ing brass rod into the holes to add some additional support. Also got myself ZM's J2M3. Can say right now that while they look nice on video, actually handling one really shows how nice they can be.
Hi mate I worked at Landrover for 26 years and they have a system called error proofing. I wish model companies would do the same where it would be impossible to put the parts on wrong.
We've had something going around in the states for months. Starts as a cold, develops into bronchitis and then you're coughing for weeks and weeks. You'll feel better for a few days and then you relapse a bit. It's kind of like a roller coaster ride, although it isn't nearly as much fun. Take care of yourself Peter!
@@texmurphy5611 I think it's just the last couple of years that all these bizarre illnesses have been circulating. Some of us didn't fall for the propaganda and we have never been healthier.
I do love your videos Peter. My brother once had a car from new that he swopped after 3 years. When I asked him what was wrong with it he said nothing just fancied a change. His wife however said they got read of the car because it needed a new engine, after doing 6500 miles, and that the door handle had come off in her hands and that there were an increasing number of squeaks and that the tail gate had failed and needed to be held up. So I guess its just different perspective. I have built some stunning Eduard models, I have had some dogs too.
Thanks Jason & good story…I have high hopes my Fw190 1/48 from about 10 years ago might restore my faith in Eduard, as everyone speaks highly of it. They do need a bit more QC on the current products though.
I’ve been looking at that mosquito 1:32 from tamiya at my hobby store. It’s tempting. Got a couple other projects on the go. Guess I’ll wait for your updates and go from there. Hope you enjoy the kit
As a slight add-on: poor kits remain poor kits. Old molds, poor quality control, the reasons vary. The obnoxious part is being asked to PAY good money for it. In this day and age it's reasonable to expect quality for your money, not just: they're only modelers, they'll buy anything. Dane
Forgive me for waxing pedantic for a moment. My wife has occasionally asked after I have finished a kit: are you happy with it? My more than normal reaction: I wish I had done this or that - replied with: so why didn't you? I am honestly floored. Was I in a rush to finish? Bored with the kit? This will be close enough? I really have no honest answer. Like yourself I am willing to admit errors and have gone to extents to fix them. Unlike yourself, I don't answer to others - only me. So I do believe self-criticism comes first ( and admitting errors) It takes a big heart to admit publicly how you erred, however it it's part of the game...it's what we DO. Next time I shall improve just that little bit. Quite an adventure after 55 years of this, but it remains. Congratulations on feeling better and nice to see the integrity remains. Well done, thanks , Dane
You have advanced eduarditis Peter, it's a severe reaction to overcomplicated kits. Symptoms are frequent ranting, a belief that every model manufacturer is out to get you and polystyrene persecution complex
Dear Mike, Interestingly that sounds like a real, actual ailment. There really ought to be pills for it. At the very least an injection. I hope Mr O recovers quite soon... Regards, Z
Many many years ago, i built a 1:72 academy P-47 & managed to put the legs on backwards - it still sits in my cabinet purely as a reminder to check, check again and then glue😁
You can make the count 6-1. I have built 3 eduard kits. The 1/48 BF-110C was a total mess but I overcame the them. The F6F-5 Hellcat was awesome. No issues. I had the exact same issues with the Zero. I bought the dual combo version. Built the first one and threw the rest in the trash. I have a P-51D kit unbuilt and it is not on my list to build anytime soon.
Hi Peter. Great video as always! Glad you've recovered. I've heard so much about this Eduard Zero from both ends of the spectrum that I have decided to get it and see for myself. I actually enjoy dodgy kits, I get quite bored if I get to the painting stage too quickly. The owners of Eduard were on a podcast a few months back, they mentioned that only one of their designers is a model maker, he's the one who did the spitfire.
Thanks Sean. 👍🏻 Ref: Eduard, Why would they employ people to design something they are not invested in, it's bound to lead to compromise. Airfix are the same: Paramjits designs like the Gannet are the best ones because he is a keen modeller himself. I am not even convinced Eduard test- build.
I guess everyone's experience is different, but to say that anyone not expressing the same concerns is wrong or lying is just...wrong. I don't think being positive about the kit makes one a "fanboy" - my build was the first Eduard build I had finished and it was an absolute delight. That doesn't make you wrong in my book - it just makes you of a different thought on the kit.
Yes, pretty much as I said myself. But the 'Fanboy' tag applies to those who will never accept any critisism of the brand...we have those defending Airfix & others too...
Dear Mr O, I am pleased that you have returned to better condition and that you remain so. On the subject of mistakes, I am inclined towards the view that they should be left in one's videos- no reasonable person would expect perfection, (at least not all the time). Whilst I think about oleo legs on your Zero, I am reminded of an occasion when building a 1/48 Spitfire where I found the heightened possibility of getting them the wrong way around. I had to check several times. I can't imagine that no one else has got this sort of thing wrong before. They will do so in the future too. Those who are vociferous in their denunciation of your error may have their priorities wrong. BTW- I can only apologise for curating your ire as a result of building an Airfix TSR2. There may be no hope for me... Kind regards, Z
Well, it sounds like the Eduard kit is something I would call a 'challenge'. If I was handed one I'd probably build it for the experience or if were a commission, but I'm not really looking for trouble anymore. Can't be worse than their Fairey Battle. 😅
Vladimir Sulc is on the Hyperscale forum today in an Ask Eduard session, why don’t you ask him directly about pre builds, fit issues etc? Can you also using your ICM connections ask them to retool the 1/48 B26K Counter Invader and correct to short nose, underscale cockpit details and completely wrong wheels - I’ve spent twice the kit price on aftermarket!
As for Eduard, I've not looked at the zero, but have built several of the first generation Fw-190 & apart from the fiddly exhausts, i never had any fit or build issues with it (lady luck must have been smiling on me 😁😁)
Great video and discussion. Enjoyed chatting to you about operation Jericho by the Wrexham Wings table. My Operation Jericho build vid is up on my channel now. I remember the show at the Oakley Centre great venue but it was a bit crowded at times. While the sun might not shine out of Eduard boxes neither are they the gate way to Hades. For that you may want to open up an older A-Model kit. I have visited the under world many times. Enjoyed the vid.
Thanks! It was good to see you at Nantwich and my friend sent me the Operation Jericho service pics from your facebook,page. I do have one last Eduard in the stash that might have bring a more positive experience, the Fw-190 from about 10 years ago, but they need to sort out their current quality. Cheers! 👍🏻
I built that kit as somewhat of a newbie. You pointing out the tail fins made me cringe because I used pllasti putty to fill in the gap with so so results. I also used the eduard decals. I pealed off what I could, but sometimes it’s not necessary with them. Mr. Mark setter can burn the carrier film off. You are spot on. I’m happy I built it and the plastic is amazing, but it has issues.
Hope that you are feeling much better Peter. I have not built any aircraft kit from Eduard yet, but have done so in 1/35 scale withe their military vehicles. I also constructed Eduard’s rather nice 1/32 Schwimmwagen some twenty years ago with pleasant results. As for poor fitting parts it is not uncommon for Dragon models to have poor fitting parts, and the need to use slithers of sprue plastic to fill gaps, holes and voids. This is fairly common but not always a problem on the hulls of their 1/35 Sherman tank family. Does anyone else have such problems with Dragon kits? I have personally used Eduard etched metal in 1/35 and 1/48 scales for many years. I believe these etched metal accessory kits are some of the best in the business. You can use as many or as little of the parts you want to. It’s always your choice. They add an extra amount of realism and finish to models which cannot be obtained in plastic alone. Please will people give Peter some courtesy when commenting on his videos. Be nice and polite, even when using critique. People are always respected and liked more when you are polite and respectful. As for the rivet counters and armchair experts, there are numerous books and academic sources for keeping them occupied. Anyone who can do better can pass on their expertise, experience and wisdom by making videos on UA-cam themselves. Many thanks Peter for your informative and entertaining videos and comments.
Very galant of you Peter for holding your hands up, confessing your error and the way you dealt with the numpties. I hate to mention another err in this broadcast, cobra wings? I believe you meant Dora wings sir. 😅Is this a new competition like spot the ball? At least not as painful as the undercarriage drama.
Eduard kits always look fantastic but the building of them is pot luck and the new decals compared to the old ones are a big step backwards but they still look pretty kits in the box and the artwork is always attractive
I was watching one of your older episodes and didn't realise that you are a TSR-2 fan. I've got hold of an Airfix TSR2 via eBay which will be done when I restart my modelling. It will sport Australian camo and markings because the RAAF was intending to buy it, but they bought the F-111 instead. Big mistake by the RAAF as the TSR2 was clearly the superior aircraft in many respects. This was during the mid-1960s when Australia was attempting to build its own atomic weapons, but the bomb project was cancelled in 1971.
ooooh matchbox voodoo review looking forward to that I think I've got two in my stash .now do you think that would fit together better than the eduard zero😉 I think both of us know the answer to that
Just keep on being you Peter. As for the detractors let us remember this is a hobby and dare I use a three letter word FUN....... apologies for the profanity!
I built the eduard f4f when it was brand knew and pree ordered all the aftermarket parts gun bays, engine, and weal well, it fauth me every millimeter its as if eduard handed over the plans to brassin department and never test fitet the parts. Basically nothing aligned proparly it tock me a year and a half to complet absalutly deflated my love for the hobby😢
watched all 47 minutes ( excellent video ) - I have to admit , I built a few Hasegawa Zeros ( 1/48 ) and I - also DIDN'T spot the mistake of the undercarriage legs , you did well over-coming that . I remember that with my 2007 FW 190 Eduard - The locating holes for the main wheels are quite large. This is because the wheel fits to the axle at an angle. They had the instruction picture (page 10) to determine the exact angle of the wheel to the undercarriage leg. The fit and strength was excellent for the undercarriage . I think the Zero instructions were a little less clear , for you , in your defence . I once fitted the wrong under nose fuselage insert for the Fiat G.55 - ( one with nose guns ) . Mistakes are made in life , big PLUS point , you owned up to it ( and massively increased your integrity ) . I also realised your RANT about the Zero Propellor not being able to rotate ( kit part must be glued ) - is VALID . My 1/48 Fw 190A-8/R2 ProfiPack edition Eduard | No. 8175 ( Mould 2007 ) had to have the Propellor be glued firmly onto the nose . For my money , your other complaints , seem valid . On a different , cheery note , glad you have the DORA WINGS 1/72 kit . Looks nice ! I am waiting for the imminent release by Dora Wings of the 1/48 new tool WW2 French MS 406 anyway , as ever Lovely Video , I hope you are over the worst of your health issues . kind regards David
Getting back into the hobby afyer twenty years and got hooked on Eduard kits including the Tora Tora Tora Zero box. What have I gotten myself into LMAO
My WNW F2B is driving me mad, but all my fault! I didn't prime the fuselage, and painted it with a nice PC10 mix using Tamiya acrylics. You just have to look at it and it peels off! And the handling required for the rigging makes it worse... And then, I have snapped off two drills drilling through to rig the bottom wing. So these two wires will have to be "point" to "point". I was planning on drilling through the bottom wing to help with tensioning. By the way the wings have the best paint and decaling job that I have ever done, and these I did prime. Don't ask me about the white painting on my Anson in the "BoPP" RAAF markings.
Despite a few of my stuffups I am enjoying the challenge! A now rare kit that is teaching me patience and some new skills, with some help from the experts on the web. Unless I spend a motza I wont get a chance to build another. I did just buy Meng's (read WNW's) Fokker DR1 with the M v R bust. Nice kit, with a lot less rigging! Go with my Junkers J1 and Roland Walfisch. Copper State have some nice kits for the masochistically (read rigging) inclined as well.@@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab
I made a similar mistake on a kit recently, fortunately it's much less noticeable so I've opted to live with it rather than butcher 2 fragile pieces less than 3mm long trying to fix it. In my case purely a result of me dis-orienting myself while assembling two symmetrical sub-assemblies (horizontal stabilisers for a Do-17z). Totally my fault, can happen to anyone. On the other hand, these people arguing that fitting and tolerance issues with a kit are a "skill issue" on behalf of the modeller must love airfix "classics" kits and Revell's 50 year old re-treads, as they provide ample opportunity to demonstrate their skills by rectifying a lazy manufacturer's shortcomings...
I watched some other Zero builds and they did not come across the same issues out you had. As for Removing the comments well you have to sometime take the good with the bad. Hope you get past feeling poorly and nice to see you building the kits now!
You have plenty of skill. You corrected the mistake on the Zero so well that one wouldn't know that a mistake had been made! Not sure I could do that. Anyway, talking of mistakes, I nearly cocked up my new Tamiya A35 Comet Tank. I hadn't been paying due attention to the instructions and made a highly embarrassing mistake with the main driving wheels. It took me hours of time and some imaginative rework to bodge that one! Nobody has noticed.........yet! So let's keep that one between you and me! (and whomever ellse that danes to read this post!) It happens to everyone so ignore the silly detracters and keep up the excellent work! I love you're channel!
Guess in the end, one has to weigh the couple of hours spent fettling with the fit on the Eduard kit against the couple of weeks of tedium adding all the missing surface detail on the shake and bake Tamiya "wunderkit". Easy choice for me . . .
@@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab Fixed prop and no flaps is a non-issue to me. No kit is perfect, we just have to choose based on our likes and dislikes. A big dislike of mine is marathon sessions applying missing surface detail on modern kits made by manufacturers who *definitely* have the technical prowess to provide it.
Regarding the Eduard fracas: Right or wrong, I agree with you that there is a huge difference between constructive feedback, and just being mean. Unlike you, I’ve been lucky to be on the receiving end for constructive feedback - so I agree that you are right to delete comments that are not in keeping with the atmosphere you wish to have on your channel - eating humble pie when warranted, and fostering an environment where people are civil to one another. That said, I think your reviews have been pretty spot on - you’ve even criticized Tamiya when warranted. Is there some bias towards some kit makers? Yes - we all do, but I don’t see it affecting the overall reviews - your praise of Meng’s recent improvements is proof. Hope you feel better soon, cheers!
I do love a good Peter Oxley rant -always informative and very entertaining at the same time! And as a big matchbox fan, really looking forward to the F-101 video in the near future.
Hi Peter,great video. I have the Zero Eduard kit 82212 in my stash ,is it the same one you did? If so thanks for the tipps ,so i know what might be coming my way later.
@@martinB68 Which Version of the Tempest V is it? There are several. First one chasing the V1 bomb is pretty poor, the more recent ones better I am told. I don’t know on the Mitchell though.
Its the one chasing the V1,i will chew through that one then.The B25 looks interesting though.Just finnished the Tamiya B109 G6 ,its my thumbnail,great kit.Thanks again.
As expected I have had some weird and or pedantic, strong opinion comments on my channel. I always stay professional, respectful and write responses or comments to other channels imagining that the person I am communicating with is in the same room with me. A trend I initially found to be odd that after thinking about it is not that odd, the not so nice comments are mostly from people without or have little content on their channels.
Don't waste energy on the trolls Peter... You have a very nice Zero which you have now corrected and that is what matters.. You can hold your head high. Reg Matt in Sweden...
- we are all fully entitled to have our opinions. Different viewpoints should be able to get along without acrimony. What is the point in someone being offended, to the point of insult, by another point of view, especially over something as non-life threatening as model kits? - some will correct a mistake, others might leave it as a poignant reminder and hopefully be able to look back with a wry smile, as Dick Emery's skinhead said 'I fink I got it wrong, Dad' - we all build kits with different levels of skill and expectation. Now, I mostly buy and build kits from the 1960/70s, most recently Frog, Airfix, LS, Revell, Heller and Hasegawa - what the shops had in stock back then. I prefer the old Airfix B-25 Mitchell to the new one. I like the old single page exploded diagram instructions which told you what every piece was! I like those old kits for what they were and their nostalgia value, when I spent ages looking in shop windows at all the kits I'd love to make. I understand others see this as sacrilege. Fine, that doesn't bother me. I was born in the 1950s and my parents were never thrilled about stuff that reminded them of a war they had lived through. - I have never built an Eduard kit (and your video has done nothing to persuade me I am missing something). In another 10 years, at most, I doubt I'll still have the faculties to build kits. Life is too short.
I fully agree with you. I hope I didn't come across as insisting others should do a correction as I did. I have no issue with people disagreeing with my views based on their own experiences, which I am happy to respect. However, when people decide to resort to ignorance, intollerance, insult and abuse, over something so trivial, they will get immediately cancelled on my channel.
Peter, I think you need to understand that you are a bond super villain and not an average modeler. You need to always focus on your patrons and not on the 10 percent that is idiotic. I think you need to build an airfix or gulp, a matchbox kit. Don't worry about the critics.
Not a Zero virgin", but a "zero Zero" before this build! It is a hobby - why do people get so rude and aggressive about it? Everyone has likes and dislikes, and polite disagreement/discussion is healthy. People getting nasty about it is just plain wrong as you say.
A quality brace of rants if I've ever seen one. Fair play to you for owning up to your error, and great work on fixing it. Love that flak tower model, may have to invest.
Peter, your presentations always seem to me extremely fair-maybe, to a fault, if that's even possible--because you go to lengths to explain the aspects of your opinions. Opinions based on fact are evidence. What annoys me with internet comments is the common problem of unfiltered, reactionary responses, usually laced with rude & insulting sarcasm, seemingly as if the world is actually populated with rude trolls who view their behavior as some sort of badge of honor, setting matters aright. This problem pervades UA-cam discussions, irrespective of topic, and I, for one, am glad there's a "delete" buton to deal with it.
Thanks Joseph...I think you have summed up the key psychological disease of the 21st Century perfectly...it is exactly why I do not engage in any other forms of social media. 👍🏻
Hi Peter, following your channel, came back to models a bit late, age 70 but find your tips first class' including those wonderful rants ref eduard decals, I didn't realise and wrote off a spitfire trying to apply them, hope they listen to you, tally ho, all the best, Barry.
@@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab Hi Peter, just watching you review JU 88 airfix 1964, along with frog one, and I was astonished to remember like yesterday the starboard wing way out of shape, I struggled with it for ages and kind of got it together but being just 10 yrs old it was on par with eduard decals in the frustration department. Really good to see it again though, what a blast from the past that was!! Thanks again for great content, all the best : Barry from Rhyl. 👌👍
Tony bit made me laugh mate and l needed that, thank god l have missed the lurgy so far🤞 A MISTAKE 😲 how can anyone say you can't build l wish l could build half as good and l bet there are a lot of others who would agree ( OMG I'm ranting) we all make mistakes, fixing that must have been a nightmare l know what l feel just trying to weather a kit 😱 with the Zero l think it also comes down to what people are willing to put up with if your an Eduard fan you might be willing to overlook any problems l like ICM but l did a P51 in 1/48 made in 2010 it was not good after a week it's now a paint mule at least my weathering might get better 👍 what's the spinner got to do with it that's down to the individual 😠. That Flak Tower is very interesting l know that in Hamburg there's one l think, those aircraft reviews look forward to them especially the Marchbox one trip down memory lane, ladder much more interesting and unusual as if leaving on the Amiens Raid great tribute 👍
It should be engineered so there is no way get it reversed? Im a amateur model builder and although I have a relatively good knowledge of military aircraft i would've noticed it until it was far too late as would probably 90% of the keyboard warriors. Take heart Peter if I had one quarter of your talent i would be happy. Stay healthy and god bless.
I watched ALL your video and I HAVE TO SAY…. I build Armour kits and use an awful lot of Eduard PE sets for my Tiger 1’s and nearly… NEARLY every set I’ve got has different sprue’s in them even though they are all for initial Tigers 😳😳😳 I’ve had late sprue’s ohhhh I even got a set of seatbelts for an aircraft ( sorry can’t remember which one 😢😢😢 ) but I changed to Abber Models PE sets and what a difference TOTALY IN EVERY RESPECT 🤓🤓🤓 metal is nicer, bend points are easier to bend they have backing tape so when you cut the parts off they do NOT disappear into the oblivion 🤬🤬🤬 so I understand how you feel the only kit I have of Eduardo is there King Tiger late and I have to say I got it dirt cheap on eBay so wasn’t that bothered if it was rubbish but I’m happy to say it was a pleasure to build but I’ve just now lost total faith in them and not because of your misfortune but because of the mean people slagging you off 🥴🥴🥴 I don’t get/understand why people go to the extreme of just being RUDE there’s no need what so ever and good for you to delete them if they’ve nothing decent to say then say nothing 🙏🙏🙏 As to your Tamiya Mosquito problem I would strongly recommend getting a set of the 3D decals they are absolutely stunning I built up the Tamiya ones and they do look good but you have to be careful as if you look at them from the side you can see the plastic edge but that’s being Uber picky I have got the Eduard big sin guns set you get the exhaust and wheels and masks for the wheels but and this you’ll love the Tamiya wheel pins do not fit the Eduard hole is far to big 😁😁😁🤣🤣🤣 so I’m using the unique Tamiya wheels 😝😝😝 anyway… Eduard in my honest opinion are very hit or miss. You… trust is earnt and so is honour and I have the highest regard for you sir as you ALWAYS show your mistakes or cockups and you aren’t embarrassed to say sorry !!! Best of luck with your Mosquito and it’s perfect fit 😍😍😍 oh and the only reason I got the big sin set is because the Tamiya ammo shoots are empty… don’t have any shells/bullets in them. And the actual gun details are just that bit better you also get a lot of decals for both gun bays 😊😊😊 I’ve also got two Thompson SMG with the drum magazines I’m going to put in mine as a bit of a giggle I know they’ed never carry them in real life but I think if people see them then I know they’ve had a good look around not a brief gaze 🙄🙄🙄 again wishing you all the best with your build and hopefully you’ll post a few updates on her 🙏🙏🙏🤞🤞🤞😆😆😆👍👍👍👍👍👍
I thought your model looked fantastic Peter and I enjoyed your video and overall experience.I never noticed or looked for a fault in your finished kit, if I had my good manners would of kicked in and I wouldn't of pointed it out. Maybe its me but it never fails to surprise me just how excited and animated old men get over their plastic toys.😂😂 Just relax all 😂😂
Firstly congratulation on managing to to correct your Zero. It's commonly known that models of the Zero always had weak undercarriage fitting even with the original Airfix and frog 1/72 models of the late 50's. Personally I've know idea how you managed to correct it, but it's a testament to your skill that you were successful. So if anyone ever challengers your skill I'd say hold up your correction to the Zero's undercarriage as proof that you do have same proper model-making skill. Remember to err is human, and keep up the good work, rants and all.
We all enjoy the occasional shouting at the TV moments we get on this channel -Nigel.- Peter. Embrace the fudge & kerfuffle, it reminds us that we are all fallible!👍
@@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab I aim to please! I recently did the same thing on the Tamiya Pfeil kit. Nigel? Y'know I think I did. It must be your thick Bristol Accent and the huge stack of 1/32 Bomber kits on your shelf that confused me. I shall edit that immediately so any readers will be further confused. 😉
@@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab that guy who came up to you at the show and asked you if you are going to apologise to Eduard or go on a Tamiya rant is a pompus git .....what i would have said to him in response would have been "are you going to apologise for breathing valuable oxygen that someone more deserving of it needs"
Did the same thing with an Airfix 1/72 Dauntless. I have two left thumbs, so just left it as is. Still sitting in its display case it shares with a Wildcat, not a problem. We are all human after all, and your detractors seem to miss the point about your videos, which keep the manufacturers on notice that poor workmanship and presentation of instructions, decals, etc., is not acceptable when they are charging top dollar for crap product. Keep it up!
Peter, I must say that I really enjoy your channel and I always look forward to the next video. Sorry to hear that you're not feeling well again, get yourself a bottle of Leroux blackberry brandy and have yourself a couple of shots, it'll put you straight.
Just a couple of words regarding Eduard.........Echo chamber (them, not you). Gutted about Nantwich, living just down the road and not knowing about it.......Silly me.
Methinks you might have partaken in the good old experimental treatment that we were all told we had to have. My partner and I didn't fall for that con job and we have never been healthier. Meanwhile it seems almost every UA-camr that I subscribe to has been extremely sick over the last couple of years.
I never took your ranting about eduard seriously until I decided to build the 1/48 p39q kit whilst watching some of your rants, what a poor kit, fits like a third leg in a sock, great detail but shit fit
Yes. I just don't understand how the instructions in regards to the landing gear could be read/interpreted incorrectly. That's not a manufacturing issue, as the instructions are clear, with an enlarged view
Whaaaaaat!? You made a cock-up, booboo, balls-up....what has the world come to, has the world come to an end!? 🫢😉😆😂 Oh well, who gives a toss, even the sun has its spots, we all have done and still do mistakes building, great looking build nonetheless and I've got two in the stash, so now I'm worried? 😉😆😂 I do enjoy Eduard, but I'm no fan boy....they've got their ups and downs like everybody else, except Tamiya maybe! 😉😆😂 Keep 'em builds and videos (rants even) coming! 🍻
Regarding building Eduard kits: As the Late Queen Elizabeth would have put it: "Experiences may differ!"
Lifes too short to worry about the small stuff...Very nice build
Peter, I am relieved! I was so worried it would ruin your model trying to fix it and ruin your enjoyment of building it, but you fixed it and did another "come clean" video instead. That in itself deserves credit.
I recently had a tail wheel snap off a finished model and had to drill it and insert a metal rod, so i know how hard this can be on a finished kit.
Working through issues with kits can be very frustrating and there are times I build out of the box for a nice easy build (I wish!), but mostly i torture myself with resin detail sets and superdetailed cockpits anyway so its self inflicted for me in many cases.
Keep doing what you do. Your rants are constructive and help decide if the level of effort required is the same as our skill levels. We can avoid or at least be forwarned of pitfalls if we decide to take if on.
Cheers Robert. 👍🏻
I am 54 this month and I have only been told once”I thought you were dead”
For reattaching gear legs I've come to start drilling out a hole in the leg and what's left in the well, and then CA'ing brass rod into the holes to add some additional support.
Also got myself ZM's J2M3. Can say right now that while they look nice on video, actually handling one really shows how nice they can be.
Hi mate I worked at Landrover for 26 years and they have a system called error proofing. I wish model companies would do the same where it would be impossible to put the parts on wrong.
We've had something going around in the states for months. Starts as a cold, develops into bronchitis and then you're coughing for weeks and weeks. You'll feel better for a few days and then you relapse a bit. It's kind of like a roller coaster ride, although it isn't nearly as much fun. Take care of yourself Peter!
Airfix have started doing this...👍🏻
I think you’ve described every flu around the globe over the past decade! 😊
@@texmurphy5611 I think it's just the last couple of years that all these bizarre illnesses have been circulating. Some of us didn't fall for the propaganda and we have never been healthier.
I do love your videos Peter. My brother once had a car from new that he swopped after 3 years. When I asked him what was wrong with it he said nothing just fancied a change. His wife however said they got read of the car because it needed a new engine, after doing 6500 miles, and that the door handle had come off in her hands and that there were an increasing number of squeaks and that the tail gate had failed and needed to be held up. So I guess its just different perspective. I have built some stunning Eduard models, I have had some dogs too.
Thanks Jason & good story…I have high hopes my Fw190 1/48 from about 10 years ago might restore my faith in Eduard, as everyone speaks highly of it. They do need a bit more QC on the current products though.
I’ve been looking at that mosquito 1:32 from tamiya at my hobby store. It’s tempting. Got a couple other projects on the go. Guess I’ll wait for your updates and go from there. Hope you enjoy the kit
It's one of the greatest kits of all time! 😍
As a slight add-on: poor kits remain poor kits. Old molds, poor quality control, the reasons vary. The obnoxious part is being asked to PAY good money for it. In this day and age it's reasonable to expect quality for your money, not just: they're only modelers, they'll buy anything. Dane
I have never built an Eduard kit however I do own a few. I get nervous listening to your experience but oh well, I’ll find out eventually
Forgive me for waxing pedantic for a moment. My wife has occasionally asked after I have finished a kit: are you happy with it? My more than normal reaction: I wish I had done this or that - replied with: so why didn't you? I am honestly floored. Was I in a rush to finish? Bored with the kit? This will be close enough? I really have no honest answer. Like yourself I am willing to admit errors and have gone to extents to fix them. Unlike yourself, I don't answer to others - only me. So I do believe self-criticism comes first ( and admitting errors) It takes a big heart to admit publicly how you erred, however it it's part of the game...it's what we DO. Next time I shall improve just that little bit. Quite an adventure after 55 years of this, but it remains. Congratulations on feeling better and nice to see the integrity remains. Well done, thanks , Dane
Thanks Dane. ☺️
You have advanced eduarditis Peter, it's a severe reaction to overcomplicated kits. Symptoms are frequent ranting, a belief that every model manufacturer is out to get you and polystyrene persecution complex
Lol! 😂
Dear Mike,
Interestingly that sounds like a real, actual ailment. There really ought to be pills for it. At the very least an injection. I hope Mr O recovers quite soon...
Regards,
Z
Many many years ago, i built a 1:72 academy P-47 & managed to put the legs on backwards - it still sits in my cabinet purely as a reminder to check, check again and then glue😁
You can make the count 6-1. I have built 3 eduard kits. The 1/48 BF-110C was a total mess but I overcame the them. The F6F-5 Hellcat was awesome. No issues. I had the exact same issues with the Zero. I bought the dual combo version. Built the first one and threw the rest in the trash. I have a P-51D kit unbuilt and it is not on my list to build anytime soon.
Hi Peter. Great video as always! Glad you've recovered.
I've heard so much about this Eduard Zero from both ends of the spectrum that I have decided to get it and see for myself.
I actually enjoy dodgy kits, I get quite bored if I get to the painting stage too quickly.
The owners of Eduard were on a podcast a few months back, they mentioned that only one of their designers is a model maker, he's the one who did the spitfire.
Thanks Sean. 👍🏻 Ref: Eduard, Why would they employ people to design something they are not invested in, it's bound to lead to compromise. Airfix are the same: Paramjits designs like the Gannet are the best ones because he is a keen modeller himself. I am not even convinced Eduard test- build.
I guess everyone's experience is different, but to say that anyone not expressing the same concerns is wrong or lying is just...wrong. I don't think being positive about the kit makes one a "fanboy" - my build was the first Eduard build I had finished and it was an absolute delight. That doesn't make you wrong in my book - it just makes you of a different thought on the kit.
Yes, pretty much as I said myself. But the 'Fanboy' tag applies to those who will never accept any critisism of the brand...we have those defending Airfix & others too...
@@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab I've got to agree there - it seems to be an issue across a host of kit manufacturers. I appreciate your honest response.
I had the same problem with my spitfires one was great the other pain in the ass got the duel combo ones will see how they go
Dear Mr O,
I am pleased that you have returned to better condition and that you remain so. On the subject of mistakes, I am inclined towards the view that they should be left in one's videos- no reasonable person would expect perfection, (at least not all the time).
Whilst I think about oleo legs on your Zero, I am reminded of an occasion when building a 1/48 Spitfire where I found the heightened possibility of getting them the wrong way around. I had to check several times. I can't imagine that no one else has got this sort of thing wrong before. They will do so in the future too.
Those who are vociferous in their denunciation of your error may have their priorities wrong.
BTW- I can only apologise for curating your ire as a result of building an Airfix TSR2. There may be no hope for me...
Kind regards,
Z
Well, it sounds like the Eduard kit is something I would call a 'challenge'.
If I was handed one I'd probably build it for the experience or if were a commission, but I'm not really looking for trouble anymore.
Can't be worse than their Fairey Battle. 😅
Vladimir Sulc is on the Hyperscale forum today in an Ask Eduard session, why don’t you ask him directly about pre builds, fit issues etc?
Can you also using your ICM connections ask them to retool the 1/48 B26K Counter Invader and correct to short nose, underscale cockpit details and completely wrong wheels - I’ve spent twice the kit price on aftermarket!
As for Eduard, I've not looked at the zero, but have built several of the first generation Fw-190 & apart from the fiddly exhausts, i never had any fit or build issues with it (lady luck must have been smiling on me 😁😁)
I have one of those still to build so fingers crossed
Great video and discussion. Enjoyed chatting to you about operation Jericho by the Wrexham Wings table. My Operation Jericho build vid is up on my channel now. I remember the show at the Oakley Centre great venue but it was a bit crowded at times. While the sun might not shine out of Eduard boxes neither are they the gate way to Hades. For that you may want to open up an older A-Model kit. I have visited the under world many times. Enjoyed the vid.
Thanks! It was good to see you at Nantwich and my friend sent me the Operation Jericho service pics from your facebook,page. I do have one last Eduard in the stash that might have bring a more positive experience, the Fw-190 from about 10 years ago, but they need to sort out their current quality. Cheers! 👍🏻
I built that kit as somewhat of a newbie. You pointing out the tail fins made me cringe because I used pllasti putty to fill in the gap with so so results. I also used the eduard decals. I pealed off what I could, but sometimes it’s not necessary with them. Mr. Mark setter can burn the carrier film off. You are spot on. I’m happy I built it and the plastic is amazing, but it has issues.
We all make mistakes mate, don't change anything,we all love the tangents you go off on sometimes.!😂
Hope that you are feeling much better Peter. I have not built any aircraft kit from Eduard yet, but have done so in 1/35 scale withe their military vehicles. I also constructed Eduard’s rather nice 1/32 Schwimmwagen some twenty years ago with pleasant results. As for poor fitting parts it is not uncommon for Dragon models to have poor fitting parts, and the need to use slithers of sprue plastic to fill gaps, holes and voids. This is fairly common but not always a problem on the hulls of their 1/35 Sherman tank family. Does anyone else have such problems with Dragon kits?
I have personally used Eduard etched metal in 1/35 and 1/48 scales for many years. I believe these etched metal accessory kits are some of the best in the business. You can use as many or as little of the parts you want to. It’s always your choice. They add an extra amount of realism and finish to models which cannot be obtained in plastic alone.
Please will people give Peter some courtesy when commenting on his videos. Be nice and polite, even when using critique. People are always respected and liked more when you are polite and respectful. As for the rivet counters and armchair experts, there are numerous books and academic sources for keeping them occupied. Anyone who can do better can pass on their expertise, experience and wisdom by making videos on UA-cam themselves.
Many thanks Peter for your informative and entertaining videos and comments.
Thank you for such a generous & thoughtful comment. Best wishes to you. ☺️
Very galant of you Peter for holding your hands up, confessing your error and the way you dealt with the numpties. I hate to mention another err in this broadcast, cobra wings? I believe you meant Dora wings sir. 😅Is this a new competition like spot the ball? At least not as painful as the undercarriage drama.
Eduard kits always look fantastic but the building of them is pot luck and the new decals compared to the old ones are a big step backwards but they still look pretty kits in the box and the artwork is always attractive
I was watching one of your older episodes and didn't realise that you are a TSR-2 fan. I've got hold of an Airfix TSR2 via eBay which will be done when I restart my modelling. It will sport Australian camo and markings because the RAAF was intending to buy it, but they bought the F-111 instead. Big mistake by the RAAF as the TSR2 was clearly the superior aircraft in many respects. This was during the mid-1960s when Australia was attempting to build its own atomic weapons, but the bomb project was cancelled in 1971.
ooooh matchbox voodoo review looking forward to that I think I've got two in my stash .now do you think that would fit together better than the eduard zero😉 I think both of us know the answer to that
Just keep on being you Peter. As for the detractors let us remember this is a hobby and dare I use a three letter word FUN....... apologies for the profanity!
I built the eduard f4f when it was brand knew and pree ordered all the aftermarket parts gun bays, engine, and weal well, it fauth me every millimeter its as if eduard handed over the plans to brassin department and never test fitet the parts. Basically nothing aligned proparly it tock me a year and a half to complet absalutly deflated my love for the hobby😢
Glad to hear it's not just me...👍🏻
Keep doing what you're doing Peter, it is most enjoyable. The Zero has come out superbly. Looking forward to seeing the Mosquito develop.. Chris
Many thanks!
Maybe a dry fix once supper glue kick it's usually differcult every one makes mistakes like the thunder bolt I put it back wards had to fix it
watched all 47 minutes ( excellent video ) - I have to admit , I built a few Hasegawa Zeros ( 1/48 ) and I - also DIDN'T spot the mistake of the undercarriage legs , you did well over-coming that .
I remember that with my 2007 FW 190 Eduard - The locating holes for the main wheels are quite large. This is because the wheel fits to the axle at an angle. They had the instruction picture (page 10) to determine the exact angle of the wheel to the undercarriage leg. The fit and strength was excellent for the undercarriage .
I think the Zero instructions were a little less clear , for you , in your defence .
I once fitted the wrong under nose fuselage insert for the Fiat G.55 - ( one with nose guns ) . Mistakes are made in life , big PLUS point , you owned up to it
( and massively increased your integrity ) . I also realised your RANT about the Zero Propellor not being able to rotate ( kit part must be glued ) - is VALID .
My 1/48 Fw 190A-8/R2 ProfiPack edition Eduard | No. 8175 ( Mould 2007 ) had to have the Propellor be glued firmly onto the nose .
For my money , your other complaints , seem valid . On a different , cheery note , glad you have the DORA WINGS 1/72 kit . Looks nice !
I am waiting for the imminent release by Dora Wings of the 1/48 new tool WW2 French MS 406
anyway , as ever Lovely Video , I hope you are over the worst of your health issues . kind regards David
Perhaps Eduard flopped on something but you corrected it. Perhaps Mitsubishi could use your skills 🙂👌
Peter - love your channel! Can you make the VooDoo from Matchbox (in background) in Canadian Markings?!! :)
Not my own kit, sadly; - it belongs to David .
Getting back into the hobby afyer twenty years and got hooked on Eduard kits including the Tora Tora Tora Zero box. What have I gotten myself into LMAO
😫😱😵 (Just make sure you have a glass of SAKE first!) 😜
My WNW F2B is driving me mad, but all my fault! I didn't prime the fuselage, and painted it with a nice PC10 mix using Tamiya acrylics. You just have to look at it and it peels off! And the handling required for the rigging makes it worse... And then, I have snapped off two drills drilling through to rig the bottom wing. So these two wires will have to be "point" to "point". I was planning on drilling through the bottom wing to help with tensioning. By the way the wings have the best paint and decaling job that I have ever done, and these I did prime. Don't ask me about the white painting on my Anson in the "BoPP" RAAF markings.
Ouch! You are putting me right off build a WnW now! 🫣
Despite a few of my stuffups I am enjoying the challenge! A now rare kit that is teaching me patience and some new skills, with some help from the experts on the web. Unless I spend a motza I wont get a chance to build another. I did just buy Meng's (read WNW's) Fokker DR1 with the M v R bust. Nice kit, with a lot less rigging! Go with my Junkers J1 and Roland Walfisch. Copper State have some nice kits for the masochistically (read rigging) inclined as well.@@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab
Not to mention the Airfix 0/400 and numerous blister pack and plastic bag biplanes that I got from a mate whose father used to make them.
I made a similar mistake on a kit recently, fortunately it's much less noticeable so I've opted to live with it rather than butcher 2 fragile pieces less than 3mm long trying to fix it. In my case purely a result of me dis-orienting myself while assembling two symmetrical sub-assemblies (horizontal stabilisers for a Do-17z). Totally my fault, can happen to anyone.
On the other hand, these people arguing that fitting and tolerance issues with a kit are a "skill issue" on behalf of the modeller must love airfix "classics" kits and Revell's 50 year old re-treads, as they provide ample opportunity to demonstrate their skills by rectifying a lazy manufacturer's shortcomings...
I watched some other Zero builds and they did not come across the same issues out you had. As for Removing the comments well you have to sometime take the good with the bad. Hope you get past feeling poorly and nice to see you building the kits now!
You have plenty of skill. You corrected the mistake on the Zero so well that one wouldn't know that a mistake had been made! Not sure I could do that. Anyway, talking of mistakes, I nearly cocked up my new Tamiya A35 Comet Tank. I hadn't been paying due attention to the instructions and made a highly embarrassing mistake with the main driving wheels. It took me hours of time and some imaginative rework to bodge that one! Nobody has noticed.........yet! So let's keep that one between you and me! (and whomever ellse that danes to read this post!) It happens to everyone so ignore the silly detracters and keep up the excellent work!
I love you're channel!
Guess in the end, one has to weigh the couple of hours spent fettling with the fit on the Eduard kit against the couple of weeks of tedium adding all the missing surface detail on the shake and bake Tamiya "wunderkit". Easy choice for me . . .
You forgot to mention the fixed prop, no flaps, & other poor design etc on the Eduard..."Beware false idols."
@@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab Fixed prop and no flaps is a non-issue to me. No kit is perfect, we just have to choose based on our likes and dislikes. A big dislike of mine is marathon sessions applying missing surface detail on modern kits made by manufacturers who *definitely* have the technical prowess to provide it.
in the Mosquito, i would have the four crewmen, expensive as it is, should not be in the box lol
Regarding the Eduard fracas: Right or wrong, I agree with you that there is a huge difference between constructive feedback, and just being mean. Unlike you, I’ve been lucky to be on the receiving end for constructive feedback - so I agree that you are right to delete comments that are not in keeping with the atmosphere you wish to have on your channel - eating humble pie when warranted, and fostering an environment where people are civil to one another.
That said, I think your reviews have been pretty spot on - you’ve even criticized Tamiya when warranted. Is there some bias towards some kit makers? Yes - we all do, but I don’t see it affecting the overall reviews - your praise of Meng’s recent improvements is proof. Hope you feel better soon, cheers!
I do love a good Peter Oxley rant -always informative and very entertaining at the same time! And as a big matchbox fan, really looking forward to the F-101 video in the near future.
Coming soon...👍🏻
Hi Peter,great video. I have the Zero Eduard kit 82212 in my stash ,is it the same one you did? If so thanks for the tipps ,so i know what might be coming my way later.
Yes, it is I think? TORA,TORA, TORA issue
Cheers Peter,i got Eduard Zero kit pre Xmas with a Tempest Mk V and a B25 Mitchell.Any Tipps on the last two?
@@martinB68 Which Version of the Tempest V is it? There are several. First one chasing the V1 bomb is pretty poor, the more recent ones better I am told. I don’t know on the Mitchell though.
Its the one chasing the V1,i will chew through that one then.The B25 looks interesting though.Just finnished the Tamiya B109 G6 ,its my thumbnail,great kit.Thanks again.
As expected I have had some weird and or pedantic, strong opinion comments on my channel. I always stay professional, respectful and write responses or comments to other channels imagining that the person I am communicating with is in the same room with me. A trend I initially found to be odd that after thinking about it is not that odd, the not so nice comments are mostly from people without or have little content on their channels.
Cant wait to see your rewiev of the flak tower
I always love your videos it makes my day😉
Don't waste energy on the trolls Peter... You have a very nice Zero which you have now corrected and that is what matters.. You can hold your head high. Reg Matt in Sweden...
Cheers Matt! 🇸🇪👍🏻
- we are all fully entitled to have our opinions. Different viewpoints should be able to get along without acrimony. What is the point in someone being offended, to the point of insult, by another point of view, especially over something as non-life threatening as model kits?
- some will correct a mistake, others might leave it as a poignant reminder and hopefully be able to look back with a wry smile, as Dick Emery's skinhead said 'I fink I got it wrong, Dad'
- we all build kits with different levels of skill and expectation. Now, I mostly buy and build kits from the 1960/70s, most recently Frog, Airfix, LS, Revell, Heller and Hasegawa - what the shops had in stock back then. I prefer the old Airfix B-25 Mitchell to the new one. I like the old single page exploded diagram instructions which told you what every piece was! I like those old kits for what they were and their nostalgia value, when I spent ages looking in shop windows at all the kits I'd love to make. I understand others see this as sacrilege. Fine, that doesn't bother me. I was born in the 1950s and my parents were never thrilled about stuff that reminded them of a war they had lived through.
- I have never built an Eduard kit (and your video has done nothing to persuade me I am missing something). In another 10 years, at most, I doubt I'll still have the faculties to build kits. Life is too short.
I fully agree with you. I hope I didn't come across as insisting others should do a correction as I did. I have no issue with people disagreeing with my views based on their own experiences, which I am happy to respect. However, when people decide to resort to ignorance, intollerance, insult and abuse, over something so trivial, they will get immediately cancelled on my channel.
Peter, I think you need to understand that you are a bond super villain and not an average modeler. You need to always focus on your patrons and not on the 10 percent that is idiotic. I think you need to build an airfix or gulp, a matchbox kit. Don't worry about the critics.
Not a Zero virgin", but a "zero Zero" before this build! It is a hobby - why do people get so rude and aggressive about it? Everyone has likes and dislikes, and polite disagreement/discussion is healthy. People getting nasty about it is just plain wrong as you say.
A quality brace of rants if I've ever seen one. Fair play to you for owning up to your error, and great work on fixing it. Love that flak tower model, may have to invest.
Thank you kindly!
Another quality rant Peter, the Zero is still great, your shows are still fun, don't worry about the plonkers, keep up the good work.
Peter, your presentations always seem to me extremely fair-maybe, to a fault, if that's even possible--because you go to lengths to explain the aspects of your opinions. Opinions based on fact are evidence.
What annoys me with internet comments is the common problem of unfiltered, reactionary responses, usually laced with rude & insulting sarcasm, seemingly as if the world is actually populated with rude trolls who view their behavior as some sort of badge of honor, setting matters aright.
This problem pervades UA-cam discussions, irrespective of topic, and I, for one, am glad there's a "delete" buton to deal with it.
Thanks Joseph...I think you have summed up the key psychological disease of the 21st Century perfectly...it is exactly why I do not engage in any other forms of social media. 👍🏻
Did you not look at the instructions as they have how it goes. Love your videos and great job on the zero.
Yes I did but I plead the 5th. I was genuinely unwell will red swollen, weeping eyes at the time...😭
Nice build and like sjws defending modern bs there's always fanboys who will defend the undefencible no matter what.
Hi Peter, following your channel, came back to models a bit late, age 70 but find your tips first class' including those wonderful rants ref eduard decals, I didn't realise and wrote off a spitfire trying to apply them, hope they listen to you, tally ho, all the best, Barry.
Thanks Barry. For the time being, after-market decals is the only way with an Eduard kit. Don't be put off the hobby by this. 👍🏻
@@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab Hi Peter, just watching you review JU 88 airfix 1964, along with frog one, and I was astonished to remember like yesterday the starboard wing way out of shape, I struggled with it for ages and kind of got it together but being just 10 yrs old it was on par with eduard decals in the frustration department. Really good to see it again though, what a blast from the past that was!! Thanks again for great content, all the best : Barry from Rhyl. 👌👍
Tony bit made me laugh mate and l needed that, thank god l have missed the lurgy so far🤞 A MISTAKE 😲 how can anyone say you can't build l wish l could build half as good and l bet there are a lot of others who would agree ( OMG I'm ranting) we all make mistakes, fixing that must have been a nightmare l know what l feel just trying to weather a kit 😱 with the Zero l think it also comes down to what people are willing to put up with if your an Eduard fan you might be willing to overlook any problems l like ICM but l did a P51 in 1/48 made in 2010 it was not good after a week it's now a paint mule at least my weathering might get better 👍 what's the spinner got to do with it that's down to the individual 😠. That Flak Tower is very interesting l know that in Hamburg there's one l think, those aircraft reviews look forward to them especially the Marchbox one trip down memory lane, ladder much more interesting and unusual as if leaving on the Amiens Raid great tribute 👍
Quite strange that the only person that didn't have problems with the Zero was also selling them, make of that as you will.
True...though in fairness he seemed genuine to me and had no Zeros in stock. 😜
I just got my mosquito and I will be doing pilots in the cockpit.
Yes the right way around I've done this in other kits like this
It should be engineered so there is no way get it reversed? Im a amateur model builder and although I have a relatively good knowledge of military aircraft i would've noticed it until it was far too late as would probably 90% of the keyboard warriors. Take heart Peter if I had one quarter of your talent i would be happy.
Stay healthy and god bless.
Thank you, that is more than kind. 👍🏻 Don't be put off by the bad ones...(kits or people!) ☺️
All this talk of breaking legs Peter, I don’t think I would dare criticise any of your content 😉😂
In a quote from Sherlock Holmes ('The illustrious client'): "Don't do it, Mr Holmes...It's not a...HEALTHY thing..." 😉
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@@geoffharris9275 😆😂🤣
I watched ALL your video and I HAVE TO SAY…. I build Armour kits and use an awful lot of Eduard PE sets for my Tiger 1’s and nearly… NEARLY every set I’ve got has different sprue’s in them even though they are all for initial Tigers 😳😳😳 I’ve had late sprue’s ohhhh I even got a set of seatbelts for an aircraft ( sorry can’t remember which one 😢😢😢 ) but I changed to Abber Models PE sets and what a difference TOTALY IN EVERY RESPECT 🤓🤓🤓 metal is nicer, bend points are easier to bend they have backing tape so when you cut the parts off they do NOT disappear into the oblivion 🤬🤬🤬 so I understand how you feel the only kit I have of Eduardo is there King Tiger late and I have to say I got it dirt cheap on eBay so wasn’t that bothered if it was rubbish but I’m happy to say it was a pleasure to build but I’ve just now lost total faith in them and not because of your misfortune but because of the mean people slagging you off 🥴🥴🥴 I don’t get/understand why people go to the extreme of just being RUDE there’s no need what so ever and good for you to delete them if they’ve nothing decent to say then say nothing 🙏🙏🙏
As to your Tamiya Mosquito problem I would strongly recommend getting a set of the 3D decals they are absolutely stunning I built up the Tamiya ones and they do look good but you have to be careful as if you look at them from the side you can see the plastic edge but that’s being Uber picky I have got the Eduard big sin guns set you get the exhaust and wheels and masks for the wheels but and this you’ll love the Tamiya wheel pins do not fit the Eduard hole is far to big 😁😁😁🤣🤣🤣 so I’m using the unique Tamiya wheels 😝😝😝 anyway… Eduard in my honest opinion are very hit or miss. You… trust is earnt and so is honour and I have the highest regard for you sir as you ALWAYS show your mistakes or cockups and you aren’t embarrassed to say sorry !!!
Best of luck with your Mosquito and it’s perfect fit 😍😍😍 oh and the only reason I got the big sin set is because the Tamiya ammo shoots are empty… don’t have any shells/bullets in them. And the actual gun details are just that bit better you also get a lot of decals for both gun bays 😊😊😊 I’ve also got two Thompson SMG with the drum magazines I’m going to put in mine as a bit of a giggle I know they’ed never carry them in real life but I think if people see them then I know they’ve had a good look around not a brief gaze 🙄🙄🙄 again wishing you all the best with your build and hopefully you’ll post a few updates on her 🙏🙏🙏🤞🤞🤞😆😆😆👍👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks buddy, I appreciate your effort in sharing this info. 👍🏻😃
@@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab you are most welcome sir 😁😁😁👍👍👍
I thought your model looked fantastic Peter and I enjoyed your video and overall experience.I never noticed or looked for a fault in your finished kit, if I had my good manners would of kicked in and I wouldn't of pointed it out. Maybe its me but it never fails to surprise me just how excited and animated old men get over their plastic toys.😂😂 Just relax all 😂😂
Many thanks!
Gasp! Say it ain't so!
Firstly congratulation on managing to to correct your Zero. It's commonly known that models of the Zero always had weak undercarriage fitting even with the original Airfix and frog 1/72 models of the late 50's. Personally I've know idea how you managed to correct it, but it's a testament to your skill that you were successful. So if anyone ever challengers your skill I'd say hold up your correction to the Zero's undercarriage as proof that you do have same proper model-making skill. Remember to err is human, and keep up the good work, rants and all.
Thanks you are very kind...perhaps I am just bloody minded!? 😤🤬 (Lol!) 😂
We all enjoy the occasional shouting at the TV moments we get on this channel -Nigel.- Peter.
Embrace the fudge & kerfuffle, it reminds us that we are all fallible!👍
This was all YOUR fault! 😡 YOU are the one who made me realise all was not well! JUDAS! 😫 ...Just kidding! 😜 (Lol 🤣)
...it was you I was talking about, saying you were helpful & politely pointing out my error, that finally made me realise I screwed up! 😫
BTW; Did you call me Nigel? 😨😭
@@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab I aim to please! I recently did the same thing on the Tamiya Pfeil kit. Nigel? Y'know I think I did. It must be your thick Bristol Accent and the huge stack of 1/32 Bomber kits on your shelf that confused me. I shall edit that immediately so any readers will be further confused. 😉
@@memkiii Wow, you really hurt me there, bro! 😞
Dunno how anyone can put up with abuse and criticism of a kit you've built. Tell 'em to naff off, or words to that effect.
Thanks Dave! 😜👍🏻
Agreed.
@@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab that guy who came up to you at the show and asked you if you are going to apologise to Eduard or go on a Tamiya rant is a pompus git .....what i would have said to him in response would have been "are you going to apologise for breathing valuable oxygen that someone more deserving of it needs"
If your not building -loose the gloves else it looks really creepy.
Did the same thing with an Airfix 1/72 Dauntless. I have two left thumbs, so just left it as is. Still sitting in its display case it shares with a Wildcat, not a problem. We are all human after all, and your detractors seem to miss the point about your videos, which keep the manufacturers on notice that poor workmanship and presentation of instructions, decals, etc., is not acceptable when they are charging top dollar for crap product. Keep it up!
Thank you for your support. ☺️ Maybe one day soon, Airfix will re-tool
that TSR-2? 🤞🏻
Peter, I must say that I really enjoy your channel and I always look forward to the next video. Sorry to hear that you're not feeling well again, get yourself a bottle of Leroux blackberry brandy and have yourself a couple of shots, it'll put you straight.
Just a couple of words regarding Eduard.........Echo chamber (them, not you). Gutted about Nantwich, living just down the road and not knowing about it.......Silly me.
Thanks Dave. For your future diary, usually last Sunday in Feb. 👍🏻
Will do! Thanks.@@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab
Methinks you might have partaken in the good old experimental treatment that we were all told we had to have. My partner and I didn't fall for that con job and we have never been healthier. Meanwhile it seems almost every UA-camr that I subscribe to has been extremely sick over the last couple of years.
Could it be possible you are suffering from Eduard derangement syndrome?
Apart from the wheel travesty, you keep saying “ humble pie” when it should be “umble pie” 😎😉😉
Who is getting the rant treatment this time around,peter?
EDUARD Fanboys...
@@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab fantastic
Sorry Peter,had to bail on the live stream...was heading home from work...anyway watchong now on repeat
....and breathe.
I never took your ranting about eduard seriously until I decided to build the 1/48 p39q kit whilst watching some of your rants, what a poor kit, fits like a third leg in a sock, great detail but shit fit
Grim, yet seems all too typical a summary. 😕
Peter,tch,read twice,test fit,recheck,reread then GLUE 🤣🤣,
Easy to say when you don't have glowing red (Evil Tony Blair) eyes! 😈 😩 But your wider point is fair.
@@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab I remember the HI CALL ME DEMON EYED TONY poster.
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I'm like you Peter. No fan of Eduard kits.
I wasn't impressed by their Spitfire family and it's endless iterations.
So, you built it wrong, but it's the manufacturers fault? RTFM
Did you listen carefully to ALL the vid? #indenial!
@@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab Obviously not... 😐
He made a mistake, admitted it and corrected it. Watch the entire vid -- then GFYs. Sorry, Mrs. O...
Yes. I just don't understand how the instructions in regards to the landing gear could be read/interpreted incorrectly. That's not a manufacturing issue, as the instructions are clear, with an enlarged view
@@stevesmodelbuilds5473 wrong
Good that even the greatest men amongst us can admit to making a mistake, even one of making wheels the wrong way round! Good on ya!
Lol! 😜 Of course I didn’t mean me! 😇
Great stuff Peter....get well soon!
Whaaaaaat!? You made a cock-up, booboo, balls-up....what has the world come to, has the world come to an end!? 🫢😉😆😂
Oh well, who gives a toss, even the sun has its spots, we all have done and still do mistakes building, great looking build nonetheless and I've got two in the stash, so now I'm worried? 😉😆😂
I do enjoy Eduard, but I'm no fan boy....they've got their ups and downs like everybody else, except Tamiya maybe! 😉😆😂
Keep 'em builds and videos (rants even) coming! 🍻