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24 Reddit comments about Tamiya Sharp Pointed Side Cutter:

u/Shenaniganz08 · 8 pointsr/Gunpla

BUY THE BEST SIDE CUTTERS YOU CAN AFFORD

Better results (less plastic strain), less need to use a hobby knife/cut yourself, and faster build time are all benefits of having good side cutters

I've repeated this about 20x but I'll say it again. The Tamiya 74035 sharp pointed side cutters are worth every penny. If you ever watch Gunpla pro modellers videos from Japan, these are the cutters everyone uses

http://www.amazon.com/Tamiya-74035-Sharp-Pointed-Cutter/dp/B000J47Z4G

u/ggorgg · 6 pointsr/modelmakers

Invest in some good side cutters and some sanding sticks. . Don’t stress if you make mistakes, just do your best to finish the model. You’ll learn a lot just by getting it finished as best you can. Then try another kit.

u/alecKarfonta · 5 pointsr/Gunpla

Shows a comparison, using the same piece, of the cheap Amazon Platos and the God Hand. I have the Tamiya's that are clearly inspired by the God Hand, wondering if its worth the upgrade.

My nippers:https://www.amazon.com/Tamiya-Sharp-Pointed-Side-Cutter/dp/B000J47Z4G


Anyone seen or used the one sided nippers?

u/BishopMiles · 3 pointsr/Gunpla

I got a question for you.
How much do you want to spend on cutters?

Some notable brands for cutters are (listed from price ascending) Xuron($10-$20), Tamiya($25-$30), Gundam Planet($35), and then Godhand($55-$??). (There might be others, but I have found these to be the most popular.)

Right now I have Gundam Planet nippers. They are the best nippers I have had so far, but I have only owned one other pair so dont take my word to heart. What ever you do don't go for a $5 pair not worth it at all. I did that and I spent more time fixing the mistakes those clippers did to my model.

Personal opinion get a pair of Tamiya Sharp Pointed Side Cutters or Gundam Planet Nippers. Here is a [comparison] (https://panzercraft.com/articles/2016-01-31-tamiya-side-cutters-vs-gundam-planet-nippers/) between the two. In all honesty though I have no been able to replicate that slow cut with my GP nippers. Another point is I have been able to get pretty close if you scratch the white part with your finger nail it almost looks like the slow cut photo.

P.S. Really though all of your clean up with the nubs is going to be with sand paper and a razor blade of some sort. I just ordered myself a OLFA Rubber Grip Utility Knife, but you can also get a OLFA Cushion Grip Knife if you want one of them.

u/crazypipo · 3 pointsr/Gunpla

Godhand nippers, IMO, is a luxury item. If you have cash to spend or really terrible at cleaning nub marks then having an extremely sharp nipper will help.


I have tried it and have to admit that it is great! Is it worth the money? No.


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However, using a cheap nipper is definitely the main reason why you get all the stress mark. If you want you kit to turn out great, having a set of decent equipment will help.


I currently use this Tamiya nipper. My old one was also Tamiya but cheaper. It worked great though.


The trick is avoiding stress mark, beside having a good pair of nippers, is to cut away from the piece, especially when the gate is large. Slowly shave off left over nub with an extremely sharp hobby knife.



You can (and should) also sand the pieces starting from 800 grits and progressively work your way up to 4000 grits.

u/MyOtherPenisIsADick · 3 pointsr/Gunpla

-EDIT- HUGE data dump here, sorry about that! I like Gundam stuff, what can I say?

In my experience, Tamiya makes good stuff in general.

I'm a big fan of markers for use in touch-up work and for panel lining.

The "Gundam" branded panel liner markers can make a huge difference on some kits, but honestly it depends on the surface detail on the kit. Basically, panel lining helps emphasize surface detail and make it stand out more when the model is viewed from a distance. IMO panel lined models are usually way nicer looking than straight OOB.

IMO this is a good starter pack, as the "Real Touch" markers are all double sided, giving you more options for application.

Sharpie and other brands have fine tipped metallic markers, and those can make a HUGE difference. I'm a big fan of covering any exposed frame parts with a metallic color, like gunmetal or silver, and then do highlights / color separation in gold.

The other immediate purchase you will want to make is a good side cutter tool (if you do not already have one). Using an Xacto / hobby knife works, and using wire cutters or other tools that aren't made for modeling work will get the job done, but will leave you with jacked up plastic anyplace you make cuts. This usually gives you crappy looking nub marks that can really make the model look cheap. You can fix that with sanding, but it's MUCH easier to clean up a nub if you barely make any marks to begin with. A "side-cutter" is the tool you want. They look a lot like other kinds of scissor-style cutter tools, but only one of the two sides is sharp. The idea with a side-cutter is the dull side reinforces the piece you're cutting through, holding it in place and giving you a smoother cut with less stretching. The plastic turning white is actually it being stretched as it's cut.
Once I heard about side-cutters I got myself some GodHand ones. Those are like $60 so not what I'd recommend a beginner buy unless you're made of money. I think these Tamiya side-cutters are OK? Others on this sub will probably have better suggestions on this topic ;)

I've become a fan of sanding sponges recently. I definitely would recommend checking your hobby shop's selection of sanding implements to see what they have in the way of sanding sticks, sponges, and other abrasives. IMO you'll want like 500 grit, 1000 grit, and 2000 grit versions of whatever you get, and you'll want to use each of those in ascending order. Higher number = finer sanding surface. The rough bits are smaller and closer together, so you will get a smoother surface. I do 500 to get rid of the big remnants of a nub, then up it to 1000 once it's pretty smooth, and then 2000 when I'm just about done and just want to get a good finish. I use the coarser stuff first because it's way faster at removing plastic. You could JUST use 2000, but it would take forever...

The fundamentals of getting the parts off the runners as nicely as possible, and then getting them as clean as you can before assembly are IMO the key to doing good models. I'd recommend getting solid at this stuff with a few kits you don't need to paint before you graduate to also doing painting, it's a whole other set of stuff to learn ;)

u/Manpig · 3 pointsr/Gunpla

I don't recommend godhands to a beginner, while they are the best cutters for plastic, they are also fragile and expensive. You should start with something cheaper, maybe like the Tamiya Sharps.

u/Andrew2016 · 2 pointsr/Gunpla

I have been waiting a while as well. I have been using these and would say if the ultimate nippers are the best, these come in at a close second. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000J47Z4G/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1414256218&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40

u/Sam1051v · 2 pointsr/Gunpla

Yeah. And I just check Amazon, of course they have one pair left for $30 the day after I ordered them from GP. Uggghh..http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000J47Z4G/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1458056910&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=gundam+planet

u/Kariko83 · 2 pointsr/3Dprinting

Ouch, I would recommend using nippers that are designed for modelling like [Tamiya's sharp pointed nippers] (https://www.amazon.com/Tamiya-Sharp-Pointed-Side-Cutter/dp/B000J47Z4G/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1525891853) or God hand nippers if you have the cash. Standard side cutters tend to pinch and tear instead of cutting and with the brittle nature of resin they can take chunks out like that. I also recommend cutting 1-2mm away from the model itself and then sanding down the left over nubs after full curing.

u/tuna1997 · 2 pointsr/Gunpla

There is a list of recommended tools in the wiki section. I used tamiya sharp pointed side cutter this one: https://www.amazon.com/Tamiya-Sharp-Pointed-Side-Cutter/dp/B000J47Z4G until i switched to Godhands last month.

If you really wanted to learn the ins and outs of modeling gunpla, or any model really, something like the tamiya nippers are great. They're good enough to get clean cuts, but you'd still need to sand and cut off that last bit of the nub with a hobby knife to get really good and clean results, which can take time and if you're not careful with sanding you could get soften edges. This is all part of learning modelling, it can be tedious but this is all part of the hobby.

Getting a pair of godhands, I don't have to sand or use my hobby knife as often as I used to. When I do have to sand it's usually just to smooth out a very tiny nub, probably because the nipper blade wasn't flat enough on the piece. The nippers just cut so smooth and well (at least for now while the blades are still sharp), it's basically cut the time I need to get my pieces out of the runners by half and I make less mistakes (no cutting too deep with the hobby knife, no over-sanding). But godhands when just starting out, you do miss out on learning and mastering certain techniques, if that's not something you think is important I'd say go with the godhands if you have the budget for it.

Hope this helps!

u/goodtry_ry · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

Happy bday!

I predict that you'll come out positive by $417

Here is an [item from my list] (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000J47Z4G/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=37P03X5GM5QWW&coliid=I1PV451LGGZM7P) that you can use your winnings to get!

u/FlameConvoy · 2 pointsr/Gunpla

Clippers,
i reccomend

http://www.amazon.com/Tamiya-74035-Sharp-Pointed-Cutter/dp/B000J47Z4G/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1404390673&sr=1-1&keywords=tamiya+cutter

Hobby Knife

Sandpaper with different levels of grit/Nail file also works.

Once you get your first MG you will never look back, they are amazing.
I would recommend the MG Red Astray, my favourite kit and its so unique looking.

u/unruly_soldier · 1 pointr/Gunpla

I just recently built my first kits as well, HGUC #40 Zaku II and HGUC #117 Gouf custom, and all I absolutely needed were nippers. Of course, I don't exactly go for perfection, at least not yet. But my nippers are some nice Tamiya ones that cut through the plastic like butter and let me get some really flush cuts from the start.

I haven't done any panel lining, and both of my kits look decent enough without it. I can definitely see where it would help the detail pop though.

u/Kalzic · 1 pointr/Gunpla

Hey everyone!

I'm as new as it gets. So, I made a shopping list after doing some research on everything that I think I need to start. I'll place the links to all the items in the lines below. Everything is on Amazon because... well why not?

Gundam

Glue

Marker

Tweezers

Knife

Cutters

Mat

More Markers!

*Krylon Matte Finish

Am I missing anything?



u/Mughi · 1 pointr/Gunpla

The cool thing about RGs and a lot of newer MGs is that the armor parts are specifically designed to hide the seams, so you don't have to worry so much about it. If you want an easier way to do your kits, invest a little money in a really good pair of side cutters, a good blade (I like to use 30 degree-angled blades, for better control). The old #11 X-Acto is too easy to slip and take off more plastic than you want (or part of your finger). Some fine-to-ultra-fine grit sandpaper is useful, too, but not necessary if your cutter and knife do a clean enough job, and you're careful about what you cut. I get my sandpaper at auto supply stores. You can get up to 2000-grit paper and it's a lot cheaper than buying specialty hobby sandpaper. Some fine point tweezers for decals and markings, a cutting pad, and maybe a panel liner or two, and you're good to go. An investment of less than the price of a good Master Grade should get you set up. If you invest a little in good tools, you'll find that the "work" part of the hobby goes a lot more smoothly.

Also: keep those old kits that you think you've messed up. Use them as paint hulks, practice cutting and panel lining on them, use them as victims in dioramas and battle displays; get inspiration from them! They're not mistakes, they're lessons. Oh, and remember that the pictures you see on the blogs and in the magazines are made by artists. Not everyone can draw, or play music, or write poetry, and not everyone can build $2000 garage kits and make them look like museum pieces. That's not the point. The point is that you enjoy it. If you aren't enjoying it, don't do it. But if you like it, practice, and you will get better and better, even if you don't become a Gunpla god(dess).

edit: splelgin

u/sylpher250 · 1 pointr/Gundam

What's your budget then? They usually range from $30 to $60.

MG Unicorn

MG Sengoku Astray

If he hasn't built anything before, getting him a pair of cutters to go along with the model will help tremendously

Tamiya cutter

u/TarmacFFS · 1 pointr/Gunpla
u/Vonnegut9 · 1 pointr/ActionFigures

If you do get the kits just make sure you have the proper tools. You don't need glue but I'll recommend it.

Here at the 3 items I'll pick up if you were to get this kit.

Tamiya Model Glue

Sharp pointed side cutters

Sanding sticks are nice to have as well.

u/zeWoah · 1 pointr/Gunpla

If I were to go back in time I would just not have bought it and bought a nicer version of each tool separately since I like to invest in the long run.

In my opinion, the xacto knife that comes with the kit isn't secure enough, ie it may wobble during precise cutting. I'd recommend just getting a hobby knife off Amazon or wherever.

The sidecutters do the job but they aren't great. If you don't cut close to the piece, it won't bruise the plastic, but I would still recommend in investing in a good sidecutter if you're really interested in modeling. I personally use the Tamiya Sidecutters. They're expensive but they cut through the runners like butter.

All in all, the Tamiya basic tool set isn't bad- it's a decent toolkit and you can still use it on any model and still achieve a great finish, but you'll just have to work a bit harder.

u/Naughtamoose · 1 pointr/Warhammer

Just to play devil's advocate, you could justify the cost of the new tools if they are very well designed. The tools you've recommended are definitely good tools and I think any hobbyist would be happy with them, but that doesn't mean there isn't a reason to pay more. As an example, the side cutters you've linked are good cutters. But Tamiya does make a set of really nice side cutters that gunpla builders really like and recommend if you have the money that costs about $30:
Tamiya 74035 Sharp Pointed Side Cutter

I'm not as familiar with the other tools so I don't have any links for them, but if they have to quality to back them up there is a reason for the cost.

That being said, unless you to take the modelling side of this hobby super seriously, there is no reason to spend that much on tools unless cost really isn't an issue. And to add to that I'm skeptical that these tools are going to be any better that offerings that are already out there. Xuron makes a set of side cutters with similar features except that it has a plastic handle (which since I own a pair can say it's a really good handle) which is cheaper:
Xuron 2175ET Professional Sprue Cutter

TLDR: GW tools may be worth if the quality is there and you can afford them, but I doubt that this will be true.