Eduard German WWII Clamps & Tie Downs and Straps (STEEL 36362 & 36369) 1:35

[Mike]

German WWII Clamps & Tie Downs and Straps (STEEL 36362 & 36369)

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One of the shortcuts that many AFV model manufacturers take is to simplify the tie-downs and clamps that fix the pioneer tools and barrel cleaning rods etc. to the hull of your model.  Often they're just blocks moulded to the tool, and that detracts somewhat from the realism that you can achieve with your model.  Similarly, everything that is carried on the outside of a vehicle has to be lashed to it in order to stop it from bouncing off when you pass over the first shell-hole.  This is the detail that is seldom depicted in a model, and unless you wanted to scratchbuild it all, it's hard to get hold of.  Well – you're in luck.  These new sets from Eduard will allow you to up the detail without needing to fork out for a complete set for your latest creation.

 

As usual with Eduard's Photo-Etch (PE) and Mask sets, they arrive in a flat resealable package, with a white backing card protecting the contents and the instructions that are sandwiched between.

 

 

German WWII Clamps (36362)

This brass set contains fifteen clamps for shafts of tools, with the cam-lock that tightens them against the tool to prevent them working loose.  The base is folded up and the cam is fitted to the rear, simulating the cam, while the last segment of the base goes to form the clamp that latches into the other end of the base.  Twelve Lockable towing eye tie-downs are also included, and a further eight cable tidies with butterfly closures a supplied to keep the rest of the towing cables in place.

 

 

 

Tie-Downs and Straps German STEEL (36369)

In case you don't already know, these are Photo-Etch (PE) steel, and because of their strength they can be etched from thinner material, which improves realism and flexibility in one sitting.  Coupled with the new painting method that adds perceived extra depth to the buckles and other furniture by shading, they are more realistic looking and will drape better than regular brass PE.  You get fourteen belts of different styles, seven in black, five in red, and two in tan for a bit of variation.  The buckles and clasps are all nickel plated, and you'll be pleased to hear that the belts have been printed on both sides, so if doesn't matter if you can see underneath.  There are no instructions, as they're designed for you to lash everything down, and there's no decree issued about what goes where when it comes to personal equipment storage on a tank of armoured vehicle.

 

 

 

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