What happened to Revell?
Revell’s parent company, Hobbico, filed for bankruptcy protection in 2018. Quantum Capital Partners bought the Revell assets – a warehouse filled with model kits – and dissolved its U.S. operations.
Do Revell model kits come with glue?
see less Hello, there is some black thread that comes with it but as with most model kits, no glue and paint. As glue, simple superglue does work just fine but there is also specific plastic glue… ) avaliable from revell or airfix for example…
Do they still make plastic models?
Many smaller companies have also produced plastic models, both in the past and currently. Prior to the rise of plastic models, shaped wood models were offered to model builders. These wood model kits often required extensive work to create results easily obtained by the plastic models.
Is Revell German?
In the past just like today: Revell means Plastic Modelbuilding. In that year the German subsidiary, Revell Plastics GmbH, was founded in Bielefeld. Just one year later the company headquarters were moved to the neighbouring town, Bünde.
What do Revell levels mean?
The indication of the Skill Level (1-5) can be found on every Revell model kit. These levels categorise the model kits into different difficulty levels. They can serve as important guide for your purchase decision and help to avoid that a modeller buys a model kit which is “too easy“ or “too complex“.
Do Revell models need primer?
Before painting any model, wash it with dish soap and dry thoroughly. Be sure to prime your model before painting so any imperfections may be resolved before applying your finish coat.
How long does it take for Revell glue to dry?
Unless you are overdoing the glue to the point where it really isn’t setting at all, 10-15 minutes should be plenty if you’re in a hurry. At the very latest it should be dry half an hour later.
How long do plastic models last?
Even though plastic models might last like 50-60 years or more, there are some things that are a bit worrying and all this made me think about the future of my number one hobby; my miniatures.
Why are plastic model kits so expensive?
“Depending on the complexity of the kit, there may be 2 or 3 “test shots” made before the actual mass pressing of the plastic parts” “Unfortunately, the whole process is very cost intensive. That is why the average cost of a model kit is $30.00 or higher. The mold for a new release runs between $150,000 to $200,000.