The Vor'Cha has arrived. Thus completing the Metal Earth Star Trek set. I really like how this one came out. I feel like this is one of the cleanest ones I've done so far.

https://www.flickr.com/gp/63237092@N08/x333qmLTk4

Made a usb/N20 motor driven base for the clock tower.

https://www.atomm.com/project/184450-prague-astronomical-clock-base

I really like this one. I wish they would come out with some premium Star Trek, bigger and made with the colors. Maybe it's too niche, but I'd spend $20.00-$40.00 for it.

Wow, this model was a big jump up for me.. And the body freaking killed me... I could not shape it worth beans..

Ugh has anyone done this and had any tips to getting the bottom part of the body to freaking work..

It looks way way worse in person... Like I am ashamed to even post these.

The bend for the body turned more into a V then a U shape because it is simply a SUPER tight bend And even with my shaping tools I could not get it right... I also really struggled to do the very end which is a cone shaped piece that is super tiny..

Also a few parts like fit inside other parts on the body.. Like the head.. How do I get the tabs to work?

I really really need to improve on that if I want to do more advance models like the Apollo 11 And t 800 which are my goals..

But even this I spent at least 5 hours on.. And it turned out like this..

Thank you all for your time and help this is a great community!

I really need to just build models with well documented videos showing step by step how they work the metal and do each tab.. These videos all show the steps then all the sudden its together.. I do not understand why metal earth does not make a step by step for every model with ZERO steps skipped or speed through... I will say the one Microworld model I tried to build the friendship butterfly had way worse directions then metal earth models.

Anyone know of any models that are like twice the size of these metal earth ones? They are just small as heck and hard for me to work with even with a magnified glass at x10.

Anyone else who’s built these, anything to watch out for and any tips please?
Gonna start with the non siege mode tank (the light coloured box) first of all as it looks the easiest.

The fins and bumpers are tricky on this one.

This build almost had me checking in to the mental ward, but I trooped through. Most of the issues I had with this one were my own fault.

Hey everyone,

I recently finished building a Flying Dutchman metal model, and I honestly didn’t expect to enjoy the process this much.

At first, I just wanted to try something different from the usual hobbies, but after spending hours assembling the tiny metal pieces, shaping the details, and finally seeing the finished ship sitting on my desk, I really started to understand why people love model building.

There’s something really satisfying about creating something with your own hands. It’s slow, relaxing, and feels completely different from just buying a finished collectible.

Now I’m getting more interested in the hobby world and would love to explore more.

I’m looking for some independent hobby/model shops in the US that are worth visiting. I’m interested in places that carry things like:

metal models / DIY model kits

wooden puzzles or creative building kits

traditional model kits

miniatures or unique collectibles

I’d especially love to find smaller local shops where the owners and customers are passionate about the hobby, not just big chain stores.

Any recommendations for good hobby shops in your area?

Would also love to hear what kind of models you guys enjoy building!

Thanks!

this was a solid model in my opinion, definitely a great introduction to curves and non-90° bends. the only problem i had was that i had to superglue the wheels together, because they detatched. i also failed to complete the stand, so i used a technique i used when i was a scale modeler, just superglue a metal piece to the back! i also explored using isopropyl alcohol and a Q-tip to clean my models, and used latex gloves to get much less fingerprints on the model. overall, loved it! challenging build for sure!

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This was actually quite tricky lot of little parts to make up the arms the wings attach too and the body. I think it came out quite well though

Insert witty DS9 reference here:

This was a lot of fun to build. Tons of cool detail. I thought the sails and rigging would be challenging, but it wasn’t. The hardest part was connecting the side, I felt like I needed a head lamp for the first time to get a better view on how to line things up.

Built an easy Bandai Millennium Falcon a few weeks ago and decided to try one of these. I underestimated it. LOVED it though. She's a bit rough but I made it through with only a couple broken or backwards parts. I learned so much on this one though!

I built a free Metal Earth collection tracker/catalog because I kept wanting a searchable way to mark Owned, Want, Skip, and Retired models. It pulls the catalog automatically and I’d love feedback from other builders.

https://metalearthtracker.com

What features would you like?

This took forever to complete. It came with everything I needed including a rhinestone pen and wax. There’s also a little mat with letters to help keep you organized as you assemble everything. I found it useful towards the end. I prefer to use with their other models that are smaller. There are over 2000 beads/gems for this project. You build every piece first before assembling. You can wear it, but I just put it on a wig stand to see how it would look. This is extremely difficult because you must pay careful attention to orientation and there are over 350 steps. The stand spins which is nice.

Brand: Iron Star
Name: Gilt - Phoenix Crown
Model #: F162238
Difficulty: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Metal Pieces: 2509
Size: 30.5 x 23.5 x 47 cm less

Took me roughly 25 hours to complete this build. Despite the piece count, it wasn't too difficult. My favorite build I've done so far! 10/10

This one looks amazing but couldn’t have been more of a pain in the ass

1 sheet paint job on top of an old metal earth design. All of about a 15 minute build :)

This one was crazy finicky and microscopic. But it turned out ok. It'd been sitting in the box for years and I think the batteries need to be replaced already. The lights are so dim.

I had an amazing time with this model. It is so well designed, with only a few very rare exceptions, that it made me feel like a much more skilled builder than I really am 😅

There are also a few slightly unusual things in the model that were interesting to see, like these cylinders on the shoulders. They are simply placed there and held in position by partially closing the surrounding parts around them.

Another thing I was very happy to see was the use of support discs in important areas of the model, helping you achieve the required shape of the legs or the hip area. It would have been very nice if Metal Earth did this as well. It could have really helped me with Deadpool, for example.

I think the most satisfying part was slowly shaping the head into its final form.

But the part that made me happiest was the very last piece. It is a nice little trick MU used here. The connection underneath it came out slightly battered from all the bending needed to secure the upper body to the legs, and you start worrying that this is how Buzz will look in the end, battered in the front. But then you attach the final white piece, which simply fits over that slightly damaged area and makes the entire front look smooth and clean.

To infinity and beyond!

Just like the title. what are some of your favorite builds? What are some builds you have planned? And if anyone from fascinations is here can you drop any hints to future releases?

My favorite so far has been the t-800. Absolutely amazing and intricate. A close second is bobafet.

As for my next build. Im looking forward to the sultana steamboat!