After Action Report: Tamiya 25182 Panther D Special Edition

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Today I'm going over the build of the Tamiya Panther D Special Edition. Mostly a good experience, with a few hang ups. But that could just be me being stupid.

[@kellyknott4201]

Missed your contributions to KZbin greatly. Good to see your relaxed style back on our screens. Always helpful and informative and waiting to see more detail items on vehicle equipment.

[@bucknertarsney7674]

Adam, great to see a new video from you! Thanks for the review. Looking forward to the finished piece!

[@AdamMann3D]

Thanks, glad to be back, Hopefully it won't take too long to finish her.

[@kaleu6]

I'm glad to see you putting out new videos.

[@j3v167]

Welcome Back !!! Could hardly believe the notification, when it came through. Please do not let us wait so long for the next one.

[@AdamMann3D]

IT was certainly an odd feeling uploading it. Hopefully won't be that long until the next one.

[@americanpatriot2422]

Great video

[@chelseachelseaboy]

At last the Mann has returned, looking forward to the Tamiya Marder review in the future as well......

[@robertarnold6672]

Its good to see a new video from you! Awesome job as usual. Nice work on the Tamiya Panther!

[@AdamMann3D]

Thanks very much, good to be back.

[@caideneduardo8700]

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[@suttonkenzo5851]

@Caiden Eduardo instablaster :)

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[@thanhquannguyen9624]

Thanks for your report.

[@thearsenalmisfit2414]

Great to see you back on KZbin again. Good looking build. For the smoke dischargers I either drill them out or use one of my round files. If I replace them with Dragon I will use the Tamiya ones for scratch build coofee cups out of them.

[@TheGrumpyOldModeller]

Great to have you back Adam. Sounds as though you’ve been a busy chap to say the least. Anyway fascinating video and nice to see Tamiya at last producing good quality kits again. Let’s hope they keep it up eh. Hopefully be the kick up the ass dragon need. Anyway brilliant video, thanks for taking the time out to do it for us. Fingers crossed we get to see a wee bit more of you now. You take care Adam, kindest regards to yourself and your family, Kenny.

[@AdamMann3D]

Thanks so much Kenneth. I'm really trying to get things going again. It's nice to be received so well.

[@MottysMilitaryModels]

He's back , guess who's back , back again , Mann is back !!!!!!! Cracking video Ad !!

[@AdamMann3D]

Doing my best Steve. Feels good to post something.

[@ltcitadel]

Panzermannwagen V Ausf.D "Adam"

[@BrettG64]

Nice to see reviews again, Adam.

[@SprueFascinationChannel]

Nice presentation Adam, enjoyed it 👍

[@Z3kyTw0]

Holy shit Adam is back!!

[@randypurtteman1183]

I'm sending you this comment as a plea of help Adam. I'm a disabled combat veteran who's only in the last couple of years been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. That plus the injuries I received while in the military are now conspiring to keep me from working. This leaves me with an inordinate amount of time which I either must fill or slowly go insane. When I was much, much younger I used to while away the hours building scale models. I wasn't in the same class off artistry as you or Panzermeister 36 but I wasn't absolutely terrible either, giving the quality of the kits available back then and my financial situation. I even had a few models on display at the local hobby shop now and again. Being as you are one of the few real right counters on U-tube and knowing that one of the symptoms of Parkinson's is the inability to control the movement of one's extremities at time and knowing that, at present I don't own so much as a container of glue, much less spray gun, compressed, artists burshes,cotton swabs or even a table to put said on, Do you have any recommendations or am I on a fool's errand? I estimate it would cost somewhere in the vicinity of $250.00 not including the kit to start. I would like to start with German Panzer Mk V "Panther". I would have no idea which one to start with, there are so many that have floode the hobby. I know this is a question I should be asking my local hobby retailer but mobility is a real issue for me and I doubt if the local Sal Mart would be of much use. I've contacted you not only for the above reasons but I'm also more than a bit OCD so achieving less than the absolute best that can be done, regardless, would drive me to distraction. I know you're primarily a "Tiger" expert but would you please consider the questions and also what sort of reference material would be appropriate?

[@AdamMann3D]

If you're looking for advice on which Panther kit to get i would actually suggest this Tamiya D. It has modern engineering and great fit. If there is anything else i can do to help just ask. I hope you can figure out a way to model that isn't too difficult. As a professional artist i can only imagine.

[@KruegerleDE]

Good to see you around again. Hope to see more stuff i love your videos.

[@AdamMann3D]

Thanks very much, I've had a lot of kind supportive people trying to coax me in to making videos again.

[@TigerTankDivision24]

Nice build and review!

[@AdamMann3D]

Thanks.

[@johnzaferes2257]

Hey! Glad your back!

[@HamilkarBarkasScaleModelling]

That video was something i did not anticipate when i got up in the morning :) Nice to see what you made out of the kit, i agree, that track sag is spot on so it would be a shame to cover it up later. The little improvements here and there brought it to excellent standard.

[@AdamMann3D]

Thanks Michi. It's not half bad. I will try to post more Adam videos.

[@Panzermeister36]

Looks like you pulled a Panzermeister and just disappeared for a while :) Always great to see another post-build video from you; I always find you inbox and after-build videos to be the best out there.

[@AdamMann3D]

Thanks Mr. Panzermeister. I'm trying to get it goin. You know how I am.

[@jamiesworkshop3198]

I just built that same kit!! Mine is awaiting paint as well. A few good-quality metal files are a must-have! They will last forever.

[@AdamMann3D]

How did you find the kit? I will definitely get some decent files going forward.

[@jamiesworkshop3198]

I really enjoyed building it. The kit is the regular version, but I also got the tracks and screens. Those tracks are really nice!! It's quite a contrast to Tamiya's old Panther kit which I built last year just for fun as a trip down memory lane. I'm a big fan of the newer Tamiya kits. I just want to have fun building and don't like getting bogged down with poor fitting parts and mega details. I also built the Matilda recently and that was a dream to put together.

[@philRminiatures]

Nice build, wonderful model!

[@AdamMann3D]

Thanks man. It's a good kit.

[@briankelly9516]

Nicely done and welcome back. Hope to see paint on this. If you can get diamond files, they sand this hard-type photo etch. Building the old Dragon Panther D with Voyager and Fruil tracks, myself but would like to do this kit. Off to watch the Marter III video.

[@TheModelingNut]

Just a suggestion for cutting PE, you may want to look into a pair of the u-star PE Scissors. I picked up a pair on Ebay, and they cut the PE off the tree beautifully, even with some of the thicker stuff. Still need to do some sanding but for that I use either a Blue or White Flory Models sander as those do quick work of the left over tab. I did find from my experience it's how you cut the PE off the tree (as in the angle of the cutter) as to if you will get the dimples (again just from my experience). If you'd be interested I got some REALLY thick Verlinden PE, I can give those scissors a try and post up a quick vid.

[@AdamMann3D]

I completely agree, I just hadn't thought of the issue until I was doing it. I'd love to see a video of what you use.

[@lasercreation-world1981]

a very nice model, great video thanks for sharing😀

[@AdamMann3D]

Thanks. I really like your channel by the way. The stuff you do is great.

[@SmallSoldier]

Good to see you back Adam. Hey just a suggestion, if you anneal that Tamiya etch and it won't be so hard to work with. It's still not as nice as brass but workable.

[@fisharmy5785]

Yes!!! New Adam Mann video welcome back.

[@AdamMann3D]

Glad to be back.

[@TacticalJackalope]

Good clean build Adam and the modifications you made make sense. The Tamiya PE is usually made from a mild stainless steel and their diamond file #74066 makes short work of the little "nubs".

[@AdamMann3D]

I will have to look in to that if I'm going to keep doing Tamiya PE. I can't stress enough how hard it was to cut out.

[@erevo1722]

He has returned

[@AdamMann3D]

Certainly trying to

[@ianpotts3819]

Hi nice panther I've got the G version with fruil tracks aber barrel etc which manufacturer do you think makes the best kits

[@TheSaturnV]

You can use brass or aluminum tubes from a hobby shop or ACE Hardware to replicate the smoke dischargers instead of robbing kits. Before cutting them to length, take a razor saw or thin fine-tooth hacksaw and cut the notch into the end.

[@Tankbrusher]

Looks totaly differnt with all the goodies of the special edition. Thanks for the warning with the PE, would have orderd one fitiing dragon otherwise.

[@Subzero2151]

Good to see you back Adam, what is the difference between this model, and the other panther D by tamiya model 35345

[@burbdood]

Welcome back! Though I'm not a fan of the cats...that is a nice looking Panther

[@j3v167]

Not a fan of the cats.... You need to see someone ... That is a serious problem that you have there... jk

[@burbdood]

@@j3v167 I'm a huge fan of the Panzer III and IV. The early Panzers were the backbone of the Wehrmacht and they were adapted for everything.

[@AdamMann3D]

@@burbdood I actually agree there, I love the early stuff. But the cats are good too.

[@rodhayes7777]

I like this Panther Ausf D kit by Tamiya. What is it with Tamiya? They're just the best. That's all I can say. I'm a fan of the IDF, and hopefully they'll cover the Israelis. Usually, Tamiya will cover an honest variety of subjects.

[@darioromano5773]

Invest in a good metal file, and you'll have no problem with their photoetch, In my opinion Tamiya photoetch is one of the best on the market.

[@brucethemodelnoob]

Happy surprise to see that little "1" next to your channel name in my subscription list. Very nice post-build review and looks like a very clean build other than the points you mentioned. "All the babies I keep having" lol... If I phrased it that way my wife would give me a smack across the back of the head and say "WHO is having the babies?" Look forward to the next vid!

[@AdamMann3D]

Glad to be back. I don't think my wife minds me joking too much. She wants 5, we are on number 2. They sure do make it hard to get work done. Air compressor is not an option.

[@brucethemodelnoob]

5? Yikes! 3 kept us busy enough. Luckily they're grown-ish so a compressor is ok...

[@bengalghost5403]

Countries have main battle tanks, we have our main Mann.

[@tedpilchak7096]

A46 is there. Other end of the sprue

[@derekhofferber9312]

Thank you for this comment! I was about to give up!

[@darronhedges5873]

Would a Rochm model's PE set for this model make it look any better than the usual voyager aber sets?They look as if they are accurate and well researched,but never heard any Tiger build or review mention them.The website looks like Alladins cave for tiger,panther and King tiger builders.

[@geekyrocket9714]

Wait... could it be... a Tamiya kit where a tank can't just be shaken out of the box??? Uh oh, these are strange times... All in all though you've addressed the issues pretty damn well and look of those clamps are far superior to those offered by Tamiya. That Panther D has a badass stance this those nifty tracks. Glad to see you back in action, even if I'm still a year behind in catching up on vids. Ya, jumping back into the seen can be a bitch to get the mojo cranked again. I know life has away of pulling time from the bench and that's just how it is. Nothing wrong with that as you most certainly have your hands full with more important things. All the best to you and your fam, cheers!

[@AdamMann3D]

Hey buddy, thanks. I'm still trying to keep mojo despite life. I really would like to see you back in action as well.

[@geekyrocket9714]

@@AdamMann3D Yea I hear ya and I appreciate that. I find myself thinking back on how enthusiastic our merry band of armour builders were when we all started out on KZbin (some earlier than others). I gotta find a way to recapture that. I'm glad yourself, Evan and a couple others have carried on with great channel success. I'll catch ya in your next video.

[@Android-rz8mb]

.... That piece you were looking for is near the sprocket It took me a while to find it also

[@AdamMann3D]

Seriously? I'll have a look tomorrow.

[@Android-rz8mb]

Yeah it’s hard to say it took me a long time to find it

[@morssdn]

Thank you. Would be interesting to see you do the Rye Field Panther (just the basic no-interior one), I think it is really good.

[@AdamMann3D]

I haven't seen one, but if I do I'll put it up here for sure.

[@morssdn]

It's RFM-5018

[@cody2713]

I think your case on the A46 is a special one coz my special edition kit came with those.

A46 is next to the drive sprocket.

[@JosephScottCervantes]

parts A46 are on the sprue by the inner drive sproket

[@johnmcgee7171]

I continue to be amazed at your knowledge and skill. Many thanks. Do you have any interest in building a 1/16 Tiger?

[@AdamMann3D]

I've never done anything bigger than 1/35. I think maybe at some point I might try one. It would be nice if Trumpeter made a new mold of one.

[@johnmcgee7171]

@@AdamMann3D are there problems with their current model?

[@junglelands9119]

Adam, I was on Shapeways site just wondering which tool clamps did you use there seems to be a few different makers, cheers mate, have you stopped uploading reviews to KZbin

[@AdamMann3D]

I bought both sets of 1/35 (the smaller sets) from Zavod3D. If you look up Panzermeister36s review of them on KZbin, it's those. And no I didn't officially stop uploading, I've just had to change jobs and work 6 days a week so very little time to do videos. Also another baby coming in December. But I am around.

[@soonermodels1173]

Geeeeeeez......

[@AdamMann3D]

yes?

[@EMTBAFV]

Are you from UK bud? Have you got a Range near you atoll? I got a set of Brilliant diamond files from here years ago and still using them! There great for hard PE n metal parts n flash on metal tracks etc iv lost a couple you get 8 or 10 in the box I checked online they still sell them and still only a fiver! There the same as the ones for.20 quid in my local hobby shop! And hobbycraft! And sell really cheap craft knifes too! All metal no plastic screws like poundland haha! But they are very good for there hobby tools at resonble prices!

[@AdamMann3D]

I'm from the US. It's just my foolishly not looking in to files and proper PE scissors that got me on this one. I may even buy another PE upgrade set for this kit and redo the grills.

[@reconmodelsvaughn469]

I thought you like Pe clamps. I haven't found a 3d printed clamp that I think is scale I don't like them at all .I love the Voyager brand

[@AdamMann3D]

I'm kind of awful at PE and a 3d modeler. So I chose to try out these printed clamps. I like them so far.

[@reconmodelsvaughn469]

@@AdamMann3D oh I see no problem love your Videos glad to see you back

[@reconmodelsvaughn469]

@@AdamMann3D do you Recommend a 3-D brand I can try every I seem I can't get my clients to Except

[@dldrrt]

Do you choose to live in Wisconsin on purpose and if so, why?

[@AdamMann3D]

I think this is one of my favorite comments of all time. It's a very complicated question as well. My family has been in WI since before the civil war, before WI was even a state. So obviously I grew up here, and have always been here. The weird thing is both my parents and all my siblings have moved to other states. I'm the only one still here. But I like it. It's pretty some of the time, and Ice Planet Hoth the other 10 months of the year. As long as you stay away from cities the crime is pretty low as well, got kind of a Norman Rockwell/1950s vibe in the small town I'm in. When I was working in games in Madison it was sketchy. That's why we left. Most of the state is pretty sparsely populated, which suits me just fine. I'm not big on other people. Anyway, My wife loves it here, I feel connected to it, and I certainly liked growing up here. So my kids growing up here is not a bad thing. Do you have issues with Wisconsin?

[@motthomas4220]

👁👁

[@sufianansari4923]

Steve Buscemi likes models?

[@AdamMann3D]

Your like the 10th person to bring this up. Don't know what to tell you.

[@sufianansari4923]

@@AdamMann3D well I can say is that if Steve does like models then we are all in good company :)

[@PhuVet]

Buy dragon next time

[@AdamMann3D]

I buy mostly Dragon. This was just something I wanted to check out.

[@rapscallion3506]

Thirst.

[@raseli4066]

Wait.... you have a son?

[@AdamMann3D]

I essentially have 4 kids. A 20 year old son, 12 year old daughter, a 1 year old son and my wife is pregnant again.

[@gregrowley4983]

Your panther has split hatches not a swiveling hatch.

[@AdamMann3D]

I don't follow. Could you explain that? As far as I can tell the bit off to the sides is there to catch the hatch when it swivels.

[@gregrowley4983]

I thought the panther D used hinged single/ split cupola hatch , it was late so probably tired.@@AdamMann3D

[@HenrikFredriksson-oi4lz]

PLZ, stop compare evry build to Dragon!!

[@AdamMann3D]

That's what I do.