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Modeling and Crafts Tools: New Products to Make Assembling Models a Much More Enjoyable Hobby

Posted on May 31, 2024May 31, 2024 by Administrador DelBlog

At Artesanía Latina we strive every day to expand our catalog with new products that our modeler friends like. This is the case of our gamma of tools for modeling and crafts, essential tools to make building models a very fun hobby. If you want to make this hobby more enjoyable and so that you can work more precisely, discover the latest novelties from recent months. They are indispensable during the construction or creation process.

MODELING AND CRAFTS TOOLS: BASIC SET N2

The second basic tools set for modeling and crafts (27003-N) brings the tools to build your ship models, airplanes and trains, in addition to any type of crafts, with greater ease: includes cutter n1, straight fastening tweezers, sander dowel, flat and round brushes and flat file.

Modeling Cutter No. 1 is an essential modeling and crafting tool with as many uses as you can imagine. With the flat and round brushes, you can paint in detail and on the model in general. The straight fastening tweezers offers multiple uses related to the placement of small parts and threads. Thanks to the flat file, you will remove excess and/or burrs from wooden and plastic parts. And finally, with the sanding block with rounded and sharp shapes you will easily sand these shapes.

MODELING AND CRAFTS TOOLS: PACK MAGNETIC NAILER WITH NAILS

One of the recent novelties of our firm in terms of modeling and crafts tools is this magnificent pack with the magnetic nailer and nails for wooden modeling (27023-1), especially naval. It is a simple hand tool with which the nails are quickly and easily driven in during the hull construction process and when fixing the deck elements. Also, it includes 100 brass nails of 5 mm and 10 mm. The magnetic nailer is essential for the modeler.

With moderate pressure from the Artesanía Latina magnetic nailer, the nail can be placed straight and precisely.

Don’t know how to use the magnetic nailer? Here you can see it on video:

MODELING AND CRAFTS TOOLS: MICRO PIPE BENDER 2 MM

We present to you one of our modeling and crafts tools. The Micro Pipe Bender 2 mm (27323) outer diameter. Made of high quality photo-etched and brass, it lets you to build your models in the most appropriate way. The tube bender is ideal for comfortable and easy work with cylindrical parts of scale models and crafts. A magnificent example of its usefulness is that it allows you to replace the wires that hold the lanterns of naval models with the tube and run the cables, so you can put light on those lights.

If the modeler bends a tube directly, it is clamped and does not bend, thus blocking the interior and leaving a bend that prevents any object from passing through the interior of the tube. With this fantastic Micro Pipe Bender, you can bend them and give them a curved shape, so the interior is free, not hindered by the passage of any object that is introduced.

How this product is assembled and how it is used? We have recorded this step-by-step video thanks to the team of our modelers:

ERGONOMIC HOBBY KNIFE N5 WITH 6 BLADES

Cutter N5 with ergonomic handle and six blades -five different ones- (27047) for tasks related to cutting model parts or other small-sized objects. This new tool for modeling and crafts such as work with paper, cardboard, plastic and electricity.

It facilitates cutting with absolute precision and comfort. Made of high-quality metal and reinforced plastic for durability, the cutter includes a protective cap to prevent cuts when not in use.

Watch the unboxing of this product and some examples of its use on the video below:

SUPPORT FOR PAINTING SCALE MODEL FIGURES

The last one of the new modeling and crafts tools that we show you is fundamental if the modeler wants the finishes of the figurines to be optimal. With the wooden support for painting figures (27640) you can characterize with the appropriate colors, comfortably and without getting your hands dirty with paint, the figures of each scale model that you have built. Assembly required.

It is composed of 20 plywood discs with a diameter of 22 mm and 20 round birch wood rods with a diameter of 10 mm and 45 mm length. The support requires assembly, so we also recommend the use of cyanoacrylate (27621) or white glue (27602), depending on how quickly you want the adhesive to dry. If the modeler takes care of the support, it can be used on numerous occasions even if it gets stained with paint and glue.

Next, we show you on video how to easily paint the figures with this great and creative product:

Modeling Tools & Accessories

Small Sized Modelling Tools: Micro Riveting Tool, Micro Centering Ruler and Micro Easy Ratlines Templates 5 – 8 mm

Posted on February 16, 2023February 16, 2023 by Administrador DelBlog

On the previous post, we reminded you all the latest news in relation to modeling tools. On this occasion, we present the new small sized modelling tools created by Artesanía Latina, the so-called Micro Tools, which have recently arrived at our warehouses. This exclusive collection has a whole series of small-sized utensils with high quality standards to be able to work with the different materials of any wooden, plastic and metal model, and much more handicrafts. Above all, they are essential for naval modeling.

The new Micro Tools references are the following: Micro Riveting Tool 17×5 mm for Ship Model Hull (27320), Micro Centering Ruler (27326) and Micro Templates for Easy Ratlines 5 mm (27310) and 8 mm (27312), because the one with 6.5 mm (27311) was on sale before. So let’s get to know these small sized modelling tools in depth!

SMALL SIZED MODELLING TOOLS: MICRO RIVETING TOOL 17X5 MM

One of the small sized tools for modelling -in this case, naval- most useful and requested by our client friends. The new Micro Riveting Tool (27320) 17×5 mm for Ship Model Hull is the ideal tool to decorate the mentioned hull and… All kinds of models and crafts! What is the objective of this Micro Riveting Tool? The modeller uses it to mark on the 5 mm Adhesive Copper Tape (27595) -for sale separately- the heads of the nails with which the copper plates were nailed to the hull during the old days.

This is one of the new small sized modelling tools that you must have. It helps you provide realism to the copper hull finish of any naval model. This way of creating the hulls under its waterline began in the middle of the eighteenth century to prevent mollusks and other marine animals from attaching themselves to the hull, because they caused a serious problem: less speed navigation.

The Micro Riveting Tool needs to be assembled so our modelers have edited a video tutorial showing how to assemble the product and how to use it.

SMALL SIZED MODELLING TOOLS: MICRO CENTERING RULER

The Micro Centering Ruler (27326) is the measuring tool that was missing from our catalog… And that you need! It is perfect for working comfortably on model and handicraft parts as it allows to know what the exact center is of these with absolute precision. The modeler’s work is much more concrete during the assembly process. It is an excellent ruler as it is made of high-quality stainless steel.

A normal ruler has 0 at one end, the Centering Micro Rule places 0 on the center and the numbering grows towards both sides. Includes measurements in metric and imperial systems. The total length of the ruler is 7.87” (20 centimeters), 3.93” (10 centimeters) at each end.

How to know the center of a part? Place the centering ruler so that the measurement matches the edges, and the 0 on the rule marks the middle of the part. The tiny points allow you to mark measurements with total accuracy, being able to insert a pencil into these to point. As can be seen on the enlarged image below, it also has a protractor. Likewise, it should be noted that the Micro Centering Ruler has two holes to hang it, thus avoiding its possible loss and helping to organize the work table.

Learn more about the Micro Centering Ruler on the video below.

MICRO TOOLS FOR MODEL SHIPS: MICRO EASY RATLINES TEMPLATES 5 & 8 MM

The latest innovations -surely there will be more in the near future- of small sized modelling tools for are the Micro Templates for Easy Ratlines 5 mm (27310) and 8 mm (27312) by Artesanía Latina. Each set contains three templates made of wood with different widths so that the naval modeller can easily build the scales of the ship model. The best thing is that, in addition, it can reduce the amount of thread used!

Each set of 5 and 8mm Easy Ratlines Templates contains three templates to suit the width of the shrouds on the three masts. The templates are designed so that when the templates are being installed they are slightly spaced behind the shrouds so that the adhesive does not stick to them.

How to use these micro templates? Place them behind the shrouds and with the side ‘combs’ pass a zig-zag thread in front of the shrouds. Put everything correctly and apply glue at each joint of the shrouds and the thread that you have placed in front. Next, cut the excess threads, and you will be able to see how you have assembled the ratlines on a much faster and easier way than if you had made them knot by knot at each joint.

Here you can see how our modeler creates the ratlines on the video tutorial below, starting at minute 1:43.

KNOW BETTER ALL OUR SMALL SIZED MODELLING TOOLS

If you want to know more in-depth information about the rest of our small sized modelling tools, you can check out our two old blog posts. On the one hand, the one that speaks about Introduction to Micro Tools. On the other, the News before this article. In addition, you can view and purchase them on our website. Make your hobby more enjoyable thanks to the Micro Tools made by Artesanía Latina!

Modeling Tools & Accessories

Files and Sandpapers for Modeling and Crafts: Perfect Finishes without Burrs on Your Models and Creations

Posted on May 26, 2022August 3, 2023 by Administrador DelBlog

The files and sandpapers for modeling and crafts from Artesania Latina are essential for the modelers tasks. And the most important of all is our brand products… Are the best! Prepare wooden surfaces for later painting, remove slag and burrs, or give a better shape to any strong part made of wood or plastic. These modeling tools for filing and sanding allow perfect finishes for our ship model kits, aircraft model kits and heritage kits. We show below our catalog of files and sandpaper for modeling and crafts with all the different options that we offer to our client friends.

SET OF 5 FILES WITH ERGONOMIC HANDLE FOR MODELING AND HANDICRAFTS

The files are some basic modeling tools. For this reason, the ones made by Artesania Latina make it easier to roughen the wood, metal and plastic, the tasks that are usually carried out with these. If they already have an ergonomic and non-slip handle, the modeler can work with even greater comfort and precision. This is the case of our Set of 5 Files (27015-1) made of steel with flat pointed, flat beveled back, mouse tail, triangular and square shapes. Rough with these files any type of burr, for example, on the wood so that the part is completely smooth. Its variety of shapes allows you to have many options to achieve your goal.

SET OF 3 MINI DIAMOND FILES 100 MM AND SET OF 5 DIAMOND FILES 140 MM

On the one hand, we can say that diamond files are the ‘Ferrari’ of files due to their effectiveness. In this sense, our Set of 3 Mini Files with Diamond Dust 100 mm long (27015-3) also offers the possibility of roughing wood, metal and plastic. With diamond dust, with flat, half round and mouse tail shapes, and with non-slip handles. It is a pleasure to smooth any small surface so that the parts fit perfectly. Accuracy, speed and unbeatable results, your cover letter. In addition, the diamond files are presented in a slim and elegant case to keep them organized and prevent them from being lost.

We continue our review of files and sandpapers for modeling and crafts by Artesanía Latina with the Set of 5 Diamond Files 140 mm (27015-5). These files are larger than the previous ones in length, and their thickness is 3 mm. Thus, it enables the lover of modelismo to be able to manipulate larger zones and parts. Its flat, half-round, mouse-tail, triangular and square shapes provide a range of possibilities for tasks to be carried out on your ship model or airplane and on its crafts. Do not forget that the non-slip handle of each of the five diamond files is very useful and practical. Better straightening… Always with the diamond! The final aesthetics of your assembly will be superior in quality. There will be no imperfections!

FILES AND SANDPAPERS FOR MODELING AND HANDICRAFTS: SANDING BLOCK AND SANDPAPERS

Next, we go to the catalog of sandpapers made by Artesania Latina with the Wooden Sanding Block for Modeling and Crafts (27014) and the sandpapers that you can put on this or use separately. When the modeler passes the block over wooden surfaces, the imperfections on the aforementioned material are eliminated. Whether on a model or in another cabinetmaking creation. In addition to roughing, you can invent different shapes. Depending on the intensity of sanding required, you can put sandpaper of different weights or thicknesses, such as those of Artesania Latina. Of course, it already has one built in to be able to sand as soon as the product arrives at your home or office.

As for its characteristics, the sanding block measures 113 mm length. Thanks to the various shapes on its ends, it can perform numerous roughing tasks.

On the other hand, the sandpapers from Artesania Latina attaches perfectly to the sanding block. The sheets are size 230 x 280 mm. Regarding the thickness of the grain, from greater to lesser we have the Set of 4 thick sandpapers (27635). In relation to the weights, the sandpapers are 80, 120, 180 and 240, so these roughen in an important way, they are very powerful. Wood, cardboard, plastic, metal and many other materials can be left smooth and aesthetically pleasing.

It comes the Set of 4 Fine Sandpapers (27636). As for their weights, the sandpapers are 400, 600, 800 and 1,000, so these manage to roughen less strongly, for a smoother sanding.

Finally, the Set of 3 Extra Fine Sandpapers (27637). Its weights? They are 1,200, 1,500 and 2,000, so they manage to roughen and sand in the smoothest and most polished way.

SANDING SPONGES AND THICK SANDING BLOCKS

The latest files and sandpapers for modeling and crafts on our current catalog -no speaking about the Micro Shapers, which we will talk about later- are the sanding sponges and the sanding blocks. On the one hand, we find the Set of 2 Sanding Sponges with Fine and Extra Fine Grains(27639) to remove any imperfections or leftovers from materials such as wood and plastic, among others Many. Each one measures 125mm long, 95mm wide and 12mm thick.

Modelers can use the sponges to treat curved parts -they adapt fantastically to any type or shape of surface-. Also, so that the sanding is very smooth and the surface is perfect before painting or varnishing. In addition, they are ideal for giving a smooth sanding between coats of paint and varnish. Sanding sponges serve more during the finishing processes than in roughing or sanding when building a model or any other creation.

On the other hand, we have the Set of 2 Thick Sandpaper Blocks of 60 and 100 (27638). Quickly eliminate leftovers of any kind in materials such as wood, cardboard and plastic, among others. Also, like sponges, they are often used to make excesses disappear in curved or difficult parts. But these have more strength than sponges, they are used for another job, as we have mentioned before. Sanding blocks are hard, firm sponges used in modeling to even curved surfaces. These measure 97mm long, 68mm wide and 25mm thick.

MICRO MOULDING SCRAPERS / MICRO SHAPERS: THESE ONES… FOR THE MOLDINGS AESTHETICS!

We end this post with the Micro Moulding Scrapers / Micro Shapers, which are one of our top naval modeling tools. They are sandpaper/files, not to remove impurities or smooth the material, but… To create art! They provide a beautiful aesthetic in the form of moldings of all kinds, perfect for the strips of our boats or other handcrafted creations made of wood or plastic, for example. Incorporate them into your modeling or art workshop!