Although not as glamorous as vehicles such as the Panther and Tiger, the Panzer IV formed an extremely important part of the German armoured forces during World War II. This title provides detailed 1/72-scale build articles on a Panzer IV Ausf. H in winter camouflage, a Jagdpanzer IV, a late-version Sturmpanzer IV, a final version Sturmgeschütz IV, and a Flakpanzer IV Wirbelwind. Conversions, interior detailing, kit-bashing, adding aftermarket figures and parts, finishing and weathering, plus special scale techniques are all covered in detail. A gallery section also features Panzer IV Ausf. H, Panzer IV L/70 (V), and Panzer IV L/70 (A) variants.
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"I’ve got to say, honestly, I was quite amazed at the total content of this manual. From beginning to end, the model subjects, tips, techniques, and hidden surprises really blew me away! Definitely recommended for all levels of hobbyist, in all scales, I feel that every modeler can get some good from this writing…carefully written, with dynamite photos and text, Modelling the Panzer IV in 1/72 Scale deserves a spot on your library shelves!" -Mark Smith, Armorama (July 2005)
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Alex Clark was born in southern England in 1972, but has spent most of his life living in the North East. He spent his early years building model aircraft, before switching to 1/72-scale amour in his early twenties. After completing a degree and PhD in chemistry, he moved to Newcastle where he now works as a computer programmer for a scientific software company. He is married to Jeaninne and has two young sons.
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Modelling the Panzer IV in 1/72 Scale,
This review is from: Modelling the Panzer IV in 1/72 scale (Osprey Modelling) (Paperback)
This is one of the best modelling books I have ever purchased. If features clearly written descriptions of excellent modelling techniques appropriate to the small scale of the subject. The models included are superbly built, well displayed, and beautifully photographed. I will definitely purchase other books by this author, and would like to see more Osprey Modelling armor titles devoted exclusively to 1/72 scale.
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Outstanding in every way!,
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This review is from: Modelling the Panzer IV in 1/72 scale (Osprey Modelling) (Paperback)
What an amazing resource. This book basically contains walkthroughs as the author builds two Panzer IVs, a Jagdpanzer IV, a Sturmpanzer IV, a Sturmgeschutz IV, and a Flakpanzer IV (with some more info on two other Panzer IV variants as well!), each taking the difficulty level higher. Information about Revell kits, aftermarket details (resin, metal, and photo-etched), scratchbuilding, interiors, and even diorama creation are all covered, as well as various types of paint schemes. There are even a couple pages with photos of a preserved Flakpanzer taken with a modelers eye. Almost 80 pages packed of well-written information in a small font provide insight without getting bogged down in basics. And the author is certainly up to the task of creating models that inspire and awe. The only complaint is that the images are mostly very tiny - 1/72 scale modelers certainly expect to strain their eyes, but this is a little much.
If you are interested in building 1/72 models of WWII German armored vehicles, I cannot recommend this book enough.
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Amazing,
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This review is from: Modelling the Panzer IV in 1/72 scale (Osprey Modelling) (Paperback)
This is the first book I came accross that is dedicated to 1/72 scale armour models. It presents a good coverage on the common variants of the famous German tank (Panzer IV). The models presented in the book were constructed with painstaken blinding details (these models are only about 2 inches long!). The book explains many techniques, such as casting and painting, to produce the details in the the models. I recommand this book to any serious modeller who is interested in the small scales.
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Most of the tools I use can be found on any modeller's workbench and include craft knives, wet and dry paper, files, various glues and so on. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
zimmerit tools, acrylic floor varnish, zimmerit sets, tool clasps, light overspray, pin washes, tank riders, crew hatches, engine deck, upper hull, lower hull, glacis plate, ball mount, camouflage colours, pigment powders, fighting compartment, base colour, exhaust muffler, matt white, smaller details, matt black, plastic strip Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Revell Panzer, Bob Grimster, Radome Tan, Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Revell's Panzer, Wyndawnictwo Militaria, Archer Dry Transfer, Burnt Umber, Matt Rust, Matt Brown Yellow, Saumur Armour Museum, Hasegawa Corp, Hasegawa Panzer, Humbrol Brick Red, Johnson Klear, Osprey Publishing, Bolts Vol, Camo Black, Extratech Panzer, Hasegawa's Panzer, Light Green, Research Collection New!
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Most of the tools I use can be found on any modeller's workbench and include craft knives, wet and dry paper, files, various glues and so on. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
zimmerit tools, acrylic floor varnish, zimmerit sets, tool clasps, light overspray, pin washes, tank riders, crew hatches, engine deck, upper hull, lower hull, glacis plate, ball mount, camouflage colours, pigment powders, fighting compartment, base colour, exhaust muffler, matt white, smaller details, matt black, plastic strip Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Revell Panzer, Bob Grimster, Radome Tan, Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Revell's Panzer, Wyndawnictwo Militaria, Archer Dry Transfer, Burnt Umber, Matt Rust, Matt Brown Yellow, Saumur Armour Museum, Hasegawa Corp, Hasegawa Panzer, Humbrol Brick Red, Johnson Klear, Osprey Publishing, Bolts Vol, Camo Black, Extratech Panzer, Hasegawa's Panzer, Light Green, Research Collection New!
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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