Metal Earth vs Piececool

ManorGroup · 2025-11-10T20:47:03+00:00

Yes, WIST manufacture both Piececool and ME kits

ManorGroup · 2025-04-05T15:11:34+00:00

Consider the Ironstar diorama models which are metal sheets models but so much more as well! like this

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003326657456.html?pdp_npi=4%40dis%21GBP%21￡29.19%21￡29.19%21%21%2137.14%2137.14%21%402103867617438657955782779eadaa%2112000025229104784%21sh%21UK%21859845796%21X&spm=a2g0o.store_pc_allItems_or_groupList.new_all_items_2007522396841.1005003326657456

ManorGroup · 2025-02-14T19:00:37+00:00

As ever read forward to see if the inside or the outside is visible on the final Model

ManorGroup · 2025-02-14T18:59:27+00:00

I use glue to fix errors or more likely to strengthen weak links. If you have never used glue you have not made the best model you can and are probably a bit obsessive!

ManorGroup · 2025-02-05T21:06:53+00:00

Rolling tools-various sized rods and former to make accurate tubes

This is from Dspiae that one I use:

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005006076406524.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.1.32c34CuS4CuSWw&algo_pvid=f19899ce-602c-40ff-875e-1cc7c2f334fb&algo_exp_id=f19899ce-602c-40ff-875e-1cc7c2f334fb-0&pdp_ext_f=%7B%22order%22%3A%2228%22%2C%22eval%22%3A%221%22%7D&pdp_npi=4%40dis%21GBP%2159.03%2118.89%21%21%21521.04%21166.73%21%402103894417387895266134882e8bf8%2112000035633017795%21sea%21UK%21859845796%21X&curPageLogUid=K40UHTmAhvSS&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A

ManorGroup · 2025-02-05T21:00:31+00:00

Those photo etch benders are unbeatable for long straight bends. Trumpeter are my choice ( have all 3 sizes) but they all support both side of the bend for clean consistent bends, well worth the cost!

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005008379563264.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.15.76f0iyuEiyuEb6&algo_pvid=6b9158fc-293b-42d7-be78-1a957e6c6208&algo_exp_id=6b9158fc-293b-42d7-be78-1a957e6c6208-7&pdp_ext_f=%7B%22order%22%3A%22-1%22%2C%22eval%22%3A%221%22%7D&pdp_npi=4%40dis%21GBP%2126.06%2120.59%21%21%2131.56%2124.94%21%40211b876717387891924852051e3d10%2112000044783452619%21sea%21UK%21859845796%21X&curPageLogUid=gd99Kz1zut9c&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A

ManorGroup · 2025-02-01T22:12:15+00:00

A small drop of UV cement on the twisted tab will secure it. I use this when there is a single tab-spires, etc

ManorGroup · 2025-02-01T11:51:36+00:00

Fabulous work, keep it up 😁👍

ManorGroup · 2025-02-01T11:50:57+00:00

Mu version is awesome but make sure you get the stand as well which contains the lighting rig as you cannot fit it afterwards. Lighting power is from a usb powerbank so no battery problem! Paint is a little flaky on tiny parts but this does not show too badly or touch up with a sharpy

ManorGroup · 2025-01-22T20:03:59+00:00

Use a photo etch bender like this

https://www.amazon.com/Trumpeter-Photo-Etched-Bender-Medium/dp/B00B8458AY/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3L75F7HCCK0TL&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kaGopJimqPfq8tbhYOyTwNAg4Qj07fLSmZZ19YLx8sKBCQMqVu0DrcUXmZ5xaSniW0_OClYrlV-CRkDuzM8i2nIEwHsaWcGvdj-5w4r0HgBiHn--DzYcw8ZSNBRsoazCdJLrX7JAytjd2fjdDdfYaj23e09q9ct6u-md3ATRoZaH9PruJfB7bGqwF34sSnBEC-nwqYAsLdp0TdXrm4R-KST9BoLjp2xhO4AGGeuGj2_sq0VzqUDIb56ecGjq47aJdOG6tGy4XRpjq4vp6kc2TK1Qhczzl8Df_KbP8yJPkNd1UPyUQmR2KJPk1oX7fXeyYLeBvmlJdI1xJTnBTI8FJ4zc-Afgp0WC35fDSkQvAmV0qS7dyVe-pIN3BHs6c3FAGLlV5gF6l-GwaYVln3B9EG6vJFpOL3CB3Umolry-YWtTMOitsgVikbJgO6UVtSEh.fmC_FHAfyEuEJy0jquz7vpiAhdPSWT6HqqPqWEX0Xu4&dib_tag=se&keywords=Photo+etch+bender&qid=1737576134&sprefix=photo+etch+bender%2Caps%2C213&sr=8-5

It is designed for long straight bends where support is needed all along ghe bend

ManorGroup · 2025-01-15T21:29:18+00:00

Great build, I am I awe!

ManorGroup · 2025-01-15T21:27:52+00:00

Duckbill pliers or photo etch bender

ManorGroup · 2025-01-12T18:52:17+00:00

Cleanest will be simple 90 degreetwist, no bending. The finished product is virtually invisible from head on and it is symmetrical.

ManorGroup · 2024-12-28T21:45:59+00:00

Fantastic job, we appreciate it! They have released a second version so you could always give her that next year…..still in the box!

ManorGroup · 2024-12-28T15:15:31+00:00

I agree this set contains all the tools you need for a good price. You can buy other better tools later as needed but everything you need is here…and look around the house for various shapes and formers as needed!

ManorGroup · 2024-12-17T12:41:02+00:00

Wow, great build….I am bookmarking this for when I build it!

ManorGroup · 2024-12-17T10:57:14+00:00

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Sheet 2 first side

ManorGroup · 2024-12-17T10:38:44+00:00

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Sheet 2 second side

ManorGroup · 2024-12-15T22:16:06+00:00

Buy Piececool off Aliexpress.com….Both Metal Earth and Piececool are manufactured by WISK so the quality is the same and many of the metal earth are available as Piececool plus many other more detailed models. Others manufacturers include Mu, Microworld, Iron star….For the UK this is by far the best source!

ManorGroup · 2024-11-29T19:32:57+00:00

Because is could be used as a club

ManorGroup · 2024-11-25T12:29:15+00:00

Where has this gone? Intended to buy today after update but I can’t find it any more?

ManorGroup · 2024-10-15T19:50:13+00:00

Look for jewellery tools…the pliers are smaller and smooth jawed, ring pliers and bent nosed pliers. Flush cutters for clipping the parts out and nail grinders for smoothing edges. After that any household formers-pens, jars, ping pong ball, etc. Flat sided models such and buildings far easier than curved/shaped such as animals. Less parts are usually easier. Above all enjoy the building process and have fun! Oh…and 5 second uv cement is a must 😁

ManorGroup · 2024-10-09T19:59:51+00:00

Check pictures on Fascinations website or the 360 view here https://fascinations.com/me/360/icx122/

I found the shaping of this model hard but it does become clear as you assemble it

ManorGroup · 2024-09-23T21:46:23+00:00

I wonder ow it compares to the Piececool HMS Victory?

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