Let's Build A Jagdpanther From Normandy 1944 (Meng 1/35)

[@MikeS-um1nm]

I agree with you that it is often painful to paint over a model that has so many different additions that were not originally part of the kit. The scratch built parts, the photo etched additions, the sculpted putty tarps, the enhanced weld beads, even after market tracks, all make for an impressive looking build. It's almost a shame to hide it all under finished paint. I try to take a few photos, to show potentially interested persons, but my audience is very small and in the end, it really doesn't matter... except to me! At least we will always have this video to show just how much went into this build, and it is a WHOPPER! What a great build and every detail is awesome!! I'm looking forward to the finish paint!

[@kevinnovitzkas4035]

I never understand how someone can dislike a video like this. These videos make my week

[@KJ-kn8pg]

This feels like a sequel to the Jagdtiger , my fav series of yours, keep up the great work uncle!

[@roadweary5252]

A favorite of mine as well!

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

We might be able to compare them once the JP is finished and see if there was any progression :)

[@roadweary5252]

@@NightShiftScaleModels An excellent idea!

[@KJ-kn8pg]

@@NightShiftScaleModels I'd really like to see that, please dew it.

[@flyingscotsman9657]

@@KJ-kn8pg hear hear!

[@USMC--me3ig]

Probably the best tank thus far. Can’t wait to see the rest

[@lesliepage2006]

J lo

[@USMC--me3ig]

@@lesliepage2006 j lo?

[@ReekIan]

I agree with that

[@allscalemodeller4825]

I recently went to The imperial war museum in Duxford for my birthday and my favourite part of the day was seeing the jagdpanther as it is my favourite tank from the Second World War. Seeing this video has inspired me to finally make a 1/35 Jagdpantger that I hope will look half as good as yours does.

[@chrispowell2947]

the level of detail you've achieved on this is unreal. I feel like I'm watching a master clockmaker or something. I never get bored of watching you work!

[@iguanayt2740]

Finally, a Jagdpanther. My favorite Tank Destroyer thats second to the Jagdtiger.

[@rottiehood3872]

I agree, after I assemble my models I let them sit on my shelve for a month or two just to admire all the work I did before I cover them with paint. Sometimes a year or two on some particular ones. Keep up the fantastic work. And keep the faith.

[@jacobs_models995]

Yes, best part of Friday right here. Jagdpanther has always been one of my favorites, so extra excited to watch this series

[@weird_fishes]

This video is a dream come true for me. I have had this kit lying around on a shelf for over a year waiting for inspiration to finish it, and i have finally found it. Thank you

[@rafaeleclectic]

There is no model you build that doesn't be an amazing piece. The way how you explan and make it see so simple comes from your art, as well as from your theorical and even more practical experience.

[@hexo4yxa571]

На мой взгляд Вы один из лучших моделистов в мире! Как всегда, великолепная работа! Посмотрел с удовольствием.👍

[@flingerflanner2870]

Idk why but I just find it super satisfying when you make the tank super realistic, I love channels like these, especially with the commentary..

[@JonBius]

I'm always amazed at the ways you continually come up with simple, clever solutions to challenges. This is looking outstanding Martin!

[@dannyk01]

Amazing video! I chewed my nails off watching you at 6:30 though with how close that dremel piece came to cutting into your finger.

[@TheBonsaiZone]

Fascinating and your videos are never too long!

[@oem42]

What the heck... Weeeird crossover

[@Vlka_Fenryka]

I've always been partial to it's big brother the Jagdtiger and you've already done that to perfection. Thank you for posting the video, I hope you're closer to being fully healthy again.

[@everydayhero5076]

It just so happened that I bought Takoms Jagdpanther G2 w/full interior today and then this video comes out. Serendipitous!!!

[@dannythomson5239]

beautiful texturing with lots of ideas on how to for guys like myself looking to get back into the hobby after 30yrs away from modeling. huge thanks Night Shift.

[@timstothard5489]

Came across your video's by accident and have to say totally blown away with the quality of your work............

[@kaz8171]

That selfmade zimmerit looks amazing. After a long break from plastic modelling i found back in the hobby and your videos are very helpful to me. Keep it on!

[@FredGlt]

Looks absolutely staggering. The suspension work is a very nice detail, I really like when scaled models are a bit more dynamic on the diaporama.

[@MasterJay1985]

Absolutely incredible! Your love to detail is just astounding.

[@jerryvolpini7987]

The attention to detail on this build is just crazy! How you kept your sanity throughout, is beyond me, lol!

[@gavinwilbert3629]

This is a bit late but I just wanted to say that watching your videos is one of the most calming things for me and as an amateur modeler it’s given me a lot of inspiration and tips for the future. Thanks Martin

[@Gothmetalhead13]

Am I the only one who thinks NightShift should make a Maschinen Krieger kit? He would do an amazing job with something like a Krote or a Sturm Kafer, or even a PKA/SAFS suit.

[@vonsteuben6475]

Es gibt so viele tolle Modellbauer hier auf KZbin und dann gibt es noch Dich, den Onkel Night Shift! Mach weiter so! Ich freue mich auf jeden Freitag! Liebe Grüße aus Deutschland

[@biosaber585]

I think your cluttering is pretty accurate. Something to remember when building model tanks is WHAT tank you're building. TD's or tank destroyers were never built for long deployments away from some form of base/supply depot, they didn't have much room for ammo storage and were VERY fragile to enemy fire if someone got in behind or beside them, so they tended to be more ambush based. So the heavy additions like AT rockets, lots of tarps and plenty of MG ammo all makes sense as these weren't tigers or panthers that were out fighting tank to tank, they were often within cityscapes covering choke points with heavy infantry support so there'd be a lot of reason for them to be carrying lots of ammo and rockets, tarps to hide the tank/obscure its shape and even to build small shelters if they were outside city limits. Jerrycans were also a big part of the WWII German army equipment as they were known to steal fuel from enemy vehicles especially late war where Germany was running out of fuel. It actually got many tanks scuttled for this very problem. The one thing I kinda hate but understand is your mixed use of Jerry cans and the older triangle fuel cans which by WWII were almost entirely phased out of use by the army. It's likely some townsfolk still had these and it was taken by the soldiers for fuel siphoning but it is a little annoying to see it used on such a late war tank. Just a personal gripe no real shade

[@Schwarzer_Kauz83]

Jesus Christ, even without painting, this model is already a work of art 😮

[@Serenityindailylife]

The storage cans in the back held wooden blocks to hammer into the adjusting block to allow proper tension of the tracks. The Germans only made storage intended for a specific purpose. They never made anything for general storage. All ammo was stored inside the tank. Specifically inside their compartments or in the ready rack.

[@5tmvgy4k]

Some of the best demonstration of 'actual' damage to a vehicle I've seen. The dints and bends are a perfect example of a 21yr old driver in a war-zone, haha. Can't wait for the next instalment.

[@snakemodelling]

Increíble, lo mejor es que te lo pasas genial construyendo el tank, how fun you are, congrats bro. Awesome piece

[@Panzermeister36]

M U H F R E N S Edit: The reason they did the armour plates separate like that is so that they're all scale thickness. It's pretty cool. Edit 2: why red primer barrel?

[@Yourlocaltankgirl8375]

Probably to see if the seam is totally gone

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

To check for any imperfections or seam lines. The color doesn't matter, it's just the only primer I have in a spray can :)

[@Panzermeister36]

@@NightShiftScaleModels perfect :)

[@Mauscmkwk]

Figured that out

[@Panzermeister36]

@@Mauscmkwk Well, I was just making sure he wasn't going to a red lead-oxide primer barrel! Germans had a special dark grey heat-resistant lacquer used to primer gun barrels.

[@josta2010]

You can get surface mount solder/flux combined paste in a syringe on ebay. Fit a dispensing needle to the syringe & you can lay in a very neat bead of solder. Solder it with a small gas solder pencil/torch & you get the neatest joints possible. The torch means you don't get the comntact solder spikes like with the solder bolt. Plumbing for modellers lol. Thanks for taking the time to make these vids. There are many good modellers on KZbin but none better than yourself. Hope the leg is healing well.

[@LightsNcrafts]

The detailing is a-freaking-mazing! Great job, uncle!

[@ChieftainFan]

This was the first night shift video I ever watched and I think it was great intro to your channel

[@jacobakana5649]

I am loving it! I still can’t get over the zimmerit from the last video. Keep up the great work, I can’t wait for the painting and weathering!

[@csongorszegedi-csinady8231]

"..., but nothing beats good old soviet scissors" made my day. XD

[@OVERKILLxxPro]

I always like to start my weekend with a cold glass of "My friiieeeends..." after work on a Friday. Have a good weekend, Night Shift!

[@giorgiociampini7751]

I still remember when you hated stowage and figures, feels like a century ago; anyway, I think this is the most entertaining modeling channel on KZbin

[@ywin28]

Wow, you never make me disappointed. SUPER DETAILED JOB YOU DID.

[@colinkavanagh7625]

Have to say I am a Massive Stug and Jagdpanther fan , this looks amazing!! Beautiful figures defo on my list.

[@nexus888]

Amazing detail! I could never have the patience to do this but it is fantastic to watch the entire process to see how it is done. Well done.

[@Thundar65]

FANTASTIC VIDEO + COMMENTARY... best I've seen anywhere. THANK YOU ! ! !

[@dirtyd2316]

The Jagpanther is definitely my favorite tank destroyer from ww2.

[@aaronevans8375]

oh my god, thank you so much for the small texture tutorial, you helped my disgusting revell, but cool looking tank look less shinny, and more war torn

[@martinbradstreet5728]

An absolutely brilliant and beautiful job, my friend!! When I decide to put together my first tank, I will be certain to play your video(s) while doing so - again and again!!! These videos aren't just entertaining but extremely helpful and informative to those who enjoy the same work/hobby!!

[@fee2766]

love the jagdpanther. this is your best model yet

[@rielcuartero3828]

The superglue on the wheels thing is clever!! I'll try that on my king tiger build. Ty!

[@kallemon]

It woult be amazing to see you work your magic on a Warhammer 40k tank!

[@PartisanGamer]

Yeah one from Forge World though ... a Malcador Annihilator or maybe a Macharius Vulcan.

[@geroschorch1365]

horrible starting point though

[@ScottKenny1978]

@@geroschorch1365 the FW resin is *atrocious* The newer plastics are not bad.

[@FreedomAboveAll]

Really happy that you‘re finally back with us.

[@victoriaevelyn3953]

thats a beautiful model it looked like it went together without too much hassle and now i know where to get a decent sized jadgpanther been after one for ages in a bigger scale

[@justblitz453]

Same with the gaps on the hull! I got a tiger 1 model and the gap that was created between the lower and upper plate will haunt me forever.

[@ari-laskies6974]

The Adam Wilder books you recommended has been such a hit that the company has started to reprint it! Thanks Uncle Night Shift for the positive influence! POGGERS

[@Algebrodadio]

YES ... Glad you're healthy and back to making kick-ass models and vids. I'm looking forward to this one.

[@slartybartfarst55]

Especially enjoying this build - very "up" and fun!

[@DerKurfuerst]

Impressive as always! Wondering: Do you count your hour on your models? If so: how long did it take you to get to this point?

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

You reach a point where time becomes meaningless :D

[@Frakfayt]

Hi Martin. I always watch your video with a mix of fascination and jealousy( lol!) Anyway, this is really helping stuff. I have a question for you: which compressor and airbrush did you buy for the paibti g of your models? I plan to get both and I am a bit lost regarding those which can be reasonably priced but also have to be efficient. Thank you for advicing me if you have time.

[@markhines6055]

Howdy from Texas! Tremendous work. I get so inspired every time I watch Night Shift.

[@scottlofye2495]

I feel good about the progress I am making on my tank builds. Until I watch Nightshift and I realize what great really is. Oh well, at least I am having a nice relaxing time.

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

It's not about the results, but the fun time you spend at the workbench. And all the friends we make along the way :D

[@jingxinghuang6213]

Beautiful build! A lot of creative ideas and useful techniques, and good humour!

[@harlech2]

Awesome job!!! Hope you are still doing well and healing quickly. Having had a broken leg when I was younger, I know your pain(s),

[@danomeza3428]

Awesome work, waiting the final. Greetings from Perú.

[@brandonR.E]

I’m so glad I found your channel, very entertaining

[@oneillsoneills]

Just love watching your videos - the level of detail and realism is incredible!

[@axerxes3981]

Thank you for your incredible work and your willingness to share with us!! Love to watch you work. Thanks for the information and tutoring.... Best wishes..... Ax

[@peterlivingston8155]

Excellent - commentary. technique and outcome. Very enjoyable. Also we are definitely looking for socially acceptably posed figures, kudos!

[@johnnycooper7019]

Dear Martin, Outstanding workmanship as usual!

[@SEAKPhotog]

Amazing attention to detail. Looking forward to the painting video!

[@thoward816]

As always, jaw dropping details. I was always a fighter plan model builder. You have inspired me to dive into tank modeling.

[@damonrudd6599]

All your models are amazing but this one is already shaping up to be next level, excellent build quality on your part

[@ismr2356]

楽しく動画を見させて貰いました。 満載された装備品とフィギュア達の、車両へのフィッティングが素晴らしいですね！ 塗装された姿を早く見たいです！

[@rhyno1351]

Another Friday, another week done of school, another Night shift video to chill to

[@khancrow7015]

Very new to the hobby as an adult and I am very impressed with my first Meng kit. Panther ausf. A early, I find Meng to be a huge improvement over Tamiya kits

[@lesthiele4921]

Hi Martin, that was a absolutely fantastic build/deatailing video, I am looking forward to the painting video, take care and keep safe, best regards from Australia.

[@andrewschanck3363]

SOOOOOOOOOO PRETTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Martin you are a true master.

[@JALEO1970]

Looks very cool and there's so much detail to look at. I am looking forward to the painting stage! I kinda feel bad for the manspreading crewman; he's all squashed up in there now!!

[@whitetiger5284]

I wasnt expecting this to be a meng kit. I have the G2 in my stash with a set of metal tracks from the same company. What a coincidence!

[@georgesiere161]

Martin's amazing level of detail has totally ruined watching other modelers for me. I see them and I'm "...meh, not enough chipping...". I'd love to see the "collection" of accumulated models so far; get a tour of the set up.

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

I've made one a year ago with my pre-youtube stuff, not a bad idea to make a summary of all the KZbin models now :)

[@jasonbecker4974]

Just the best build videos out there. Thank you.

[@szeryff0]

Great model, great craft, super video and learning material.

[@yesterdayschunda1760]

Well that's it, you have convinced me to start model making. I was thinking these kits would be super expensive but this kit is $50

[@federicoarango4950]

HI Uncle!! I'm a great fan of yours from Argentina!! Just want to add about the historical accuracy theme that de Jagdpanther G1 had the 665mm self cleaning idler wheel (bigger one) that meng didn't include in that kit because of a research error I suppose. Although this is just for the rivet counters !! Your the best!! Made an old guy come back to modelling!! Cheers!!

[@rotwang2000]

One of the best tools I ever had for cutting sprue were the scissors on a Spanish Aitor Swiss Army knife knockoff. Sadly the pin broke after three decades of use. It worked absolutely fine.

[@burntbybrighteyes]

Concerning the stowage boxes. My best guess would be that a lot of mundane stuff would be in there. It's often said that they would contain "personal objects" of the crew but I doubt that means family photos or something. I'd say rather their toothbrushes and second pair of undies :) My grand uncle kept a huge piece of bacon he got sent from the family farm and cut off a tiny piece each day.

[@felipecardoza9967]

"So I could squeeze his legs together" That's the LAST thing I would expect to hear on Night Shift.

[@willpaulson8509]

Looks awesome mate, no one manages to make even unpainted models look as good as you do! Can’t wait for the next instalment!

[@thedarkestdarklink3150]

plasmo does

[@karolmalinowski9097]

God damn it. Now you remind of that Jagdpanther that still waits for me on the shelf, primed.

[@shadow_entity9191]

Tracks that don't need hours of preparation before assembling? The god of tank models answered our prayers🙏🏻

[@sylvainplante9882]

I started this dragon Sd.Kfz. 265 kit #6222. All of you video will be very useful. I’m just missing some documentations and pictures on this small tank. I really want to build a nice piece. Thanks to you, for all your technics. It’s will definitely help! Cheers

[@legolife1656]

0:06 were did you get that panther mouse pad lookin thing

[@khaledadem2675]

i adore ur work . ur the best modeller . and u help us a lot . really thank u much🙏🙏🙏

[@ozcanison]

When soldering photoetch, you'l get much stronger and cleaner joints if you use something like a flux pen to put flux along the joint first. The solder will then flow straight in very cleanly.

[@stefankoopmans2200]

Great watch, absolutely beautiful!

[@louiskasperski9250]

Hey Uncle Night Shift! I have a suggestion which is something I would do for the diorama composition. I think the guy with the puppy should be at the front or back of the tank, on the ground, while the others on the top of the tank are looking down to them. Giving a little story to the diorama and I think there is something funny about the comparison of the puppy and the panther (dog vs cat). Anyways, regardless of what you do I know I will love it and you should be proud of it. Happy building :)

[@MrBarca79]

I have literally absolutely nothing to do with modelling, but dude, I really enjoy and love your videos!

[@MrBarca79]

@Based_noob I might do. In the future. I already have an unhealthy amount of hobbies. :o)

[@alanmoffat4454]

GOD DAM IT CANT YOU DO ANYTHING THE EASY WAY , NO ALWAYS LOOKS GREAT THANKS FOR THE WORK .

[@captainramius5047]

Lovely jubbly, can’t wait to see it in a Dio!

[@JedenSiedemDwa]

It always amaze me, how complex are Your videos, from concept of vehicle through concept to film it to the concept make of video. All the best for You! ;)

[@laghelach2654]

Un véritable travail d'artiste !!! Bravo !!

[@Metroidf4n]

It's about 40 euros, which is a great price for what you got, amazing kit!