Let's Build the New Jagdtiger From Takom!

This new Takom kit is not great, not terrible 😬😬😬
Is it worth the affordable price? I'd say so, but you have to be ready to put in more work than you'd have to with a higher quality model such as the Tamiya offering.
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[@TheModelGuy]

Not sure what I am more jealous of; 1. Fruil tracks costing $39 2. eBay stuff arriving in a week 3. NightShift build skills.

[@lekajo6598]

Dominomodel used to stock them for €30 (+-$36 according to Google), but Friul is (apparently) selling more directly to customers so Domino can't restock them at the moment :'(

[@TheModelGuy]

@@lekajo6598 I hope so, the mark up for sales to Canada puts them at $80 before shipping

[@lekajo6598]

@@TheModelGuy What?? If you buy them from Friul or in Canada? Btw, a nice alternative to Friul is Masterclub, Dominomodel started stocking those instead of Friul, and they are great. Instead of fiddling with wire now its some resin pins, and tbh i like them a lot. If you want to order at them, the shipping price to Canada is (normally) 25-30 € (i've asked a guy who works there) and the price for Canada is calculated without tax, so if you do [price] / 1.21 normally you get the correct price in euros :)

[@TheModelGuy]

@@lekajo6598 so 25-30 Eur is almost double in CAD for shipping

[@richardorta8960]

all 3 equally

[@goonziller54]

i almost spat out my popcorn when the "pp small" text flashed on screen. damn im a child lol

[@pinio5033]

same, and i though that D8 was an emoji

[@KentuckyFriedChildren]

Perfect.

[@adorimable9690]

keep hans on top dude, he gives it more lived in quality

[@davidhollenshead4892]

Of course, he could have Hans bent in an inhuman angle and other obviously dead crewmembers next to the tank...

[@sembijl2273]

@@davidhollenshead4892 thats not cool

[@juanitomontoyagarcia4730]

@@davidhollenshead4892 3d3ddddddd4d43xdd4

[@benthompson4672]

"Yeah I also have 2 Jag tiger cannon barrels laying around, just missing the tank if you know what I mean?" - German Soldier 1945

[@FredGlt]

That one deserves to be said in a humor show

[@gispet6437]

I didn't get It

[@FredGlt]

At the end of the war, the Germans were running out of metal for tank production. Since tank manufacturers were disorganized, multiple pieces of a vehicle would be produced while the chassis or other big parts were still waiting for the required materials.

[@SamuraiPieter]

@@gispet6437 Just like the Germans in 1945

[@dannymiller3315]

@@FredGlt also most tanks busted there finders off

[@charliehowgate8570]

There is nothing more I could wish for then night shift trying a figure.

[@johannesgallein308]

i saw him comment to a video of a figure painter like a year ago, he'll surely watch that tutorial again

[@conmadben]

I'd like too see him doing a Warhammer 40k tank. A Leman Russ maybe.

[@swimporpoise5395]

@Michael S. chill......

[@masterolof138]

@@conmadben no

[@GeneralKenobiSIYE]

I've been building models since I was about 7 years old. Many were well beyond my age level at the time. It was always disheartening when I'd save up my pocket money for who knows how long, buy a kit I wanted, build it and only to later have my father throw them out as trash. He did that with EVERYTHING artistic I used to make be it models, short stories I wrote, or pictures/posters I'd draw and color. He would get upset when I bought a model kit because to him, they were nothing but toys, and apparently at age 7, I was too old for toys... This was the kind of man who thought if (by the time I reached the age of eleven) I hadn't made up my mind on which career/job I wanted as an adult, I was slacking. He thought my sketchings/drawings were also a huge waste of paper and time. Time I could have been using to find my first job... at age 9... Just because he had dropped out of school at the age of 15 or 16 because he wanted to work instead, he thought I should also do the same, it seemed. All it did was bury my creativity. It's a shame that it did because the teachers who loved having me in class are those who actually saw glimpses of that. I really do not understand his logic in trying to stamp out my imagination. I guess that, sadly, there are so many people who are unable to grasp the fact that models are NOT toys. Now as an adult, I buy high end model ships whenever I can. They helped keep me sane when I spent the better part of a year in hospital. My wife (then girlfriend) encouraged/encourages my model building. I have a fleet of around 50 1/700 scale ships.

[@MiokosWorld]

I ain't reading that!…

[@grugory]

@@MiokosWorld pro tip! If you don’t have the time or patience to read something, you probably don’t have the time or patience to write a comment.

[@grugory]

@@MiokosWorld so, kindly be quiet.

[@j.epstein7723]

@@MiokosWorld Good for you!!! 😂😂😂👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 😐

[@rory6835]

Your dad was a sad asshole, so sorry to hear that friend. Glad you are enjoying your adulthood. As a 30 year old I have only recently got into model kits while trying to find a new hobby, I was worried about the stigma of being toys but the more I looked into it, the clearer it became the opposite, and my girlfriend is also supportive.

[@berlin_actual]

Takom: *makes locating holes* Night shift: “So anyway, I started _filling.”_

[@Seanthefox]

This is me when I build aircraft lol. I don't even use them.

[@SamuraiPieter]

That made me laugh

[@badsbe2682]

I like the new cutting mat! Less strain on the eyes when watching at night ;D

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

I'm only using it for the construction 😁 The rest will be the regular white background

[@Remenix-Edits253]

15:56 for some models I have actually used staples for the handles on doors and hatches I just clip the bottom of them very slightly and it ends up working and looks good.

[@suiciniv1321]

7:08 i simply love this channel hello from brazil

[@Ramash440]

Brazil gang representing.

[@raidbandit1283]

No no not BRAZIL!!!!

[@Ramash440]

@@raidbandit1283*If you won't come to Brazil, Brazil will come to you*

[@quarol732]

@@Ramash440 sopa si Macaco uma delicia kkkk

[@btcirs1842]

@@raidbandit1283 we are not asking, you will come to Brazil

[@josephficklen7393]

Looked up at the clock and said "It's noon! Time for Nightshift's video!" Looks great, you give me lots of inspiration

[@namtran8569]

Whooo whoooo this is why I love Friday’s, so glad I turned on notifications

[@klubfumble8606]

Same here

[@barlotardy]

My girlfriend started watching your videos with me. She doesn't even build models. She says she just finds you very entertaining. ...... UNCLE NIGHTSHIFT STOLE MY GIRL!!!!

[@kentkagle3850]

You are awesome. I built 1/35 Tamiya WWll tank kits for around 7 years back in mid 1970s.Thanks for intense memories.You have alot better glues,tools etc to work with now for sure.Thank you.Make more!

[@marquitust2874]

do the renault ft 17 when you end that proyect pls c:

[@efeyigit6766]

Oh yes ambush camo, just in time for my dragon stug 4.

[@mikesmodels8155]

I build automotive and haven’t seen a lot of your videos but from the couple I have watch I can say that your doing a great job. Very clearly you explain what your doing and very clear audio.

[@MrKiaserS]

With covid and all the craziness that 2020 has been i look forward to these videos every friday they are insightful as well as calming! much love!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I just got this kit!!! So glad you did a vid on the build as I've ALWAYS admired your work!!! 👍👍👍

[@stevenvaratta6536]

I do not build military models, they are strictly sports GT and rally cars however I found tips, techniques, and product info to be invaluable together with your extensive building experience as brilliant. Many thanks for sharing your videos.

[@ovethompson9611]

I haven’t touched a model in 50 years. Things have changed a bit since using a brush and Testers paint. Glad I found your site. Thank you.

[@mattcappelli5822]

Man, it’s amazing to watch the level of detail you put into your builds. Absolutely amazing

[@MuskyJaeger19]

So glad your attempting a figure. They add so much to a model. Also, the vertical element to the base should be a conifer tree. they go well with ambush camo schemes.

[@grumpyguts]

Fabulous, always an entertaining and informative half-hour, thank you 👍

[@edoardonanni2468]

it's so relaxing watching your videos !Great job Night Shift ! you make it look easy :D

[@mrwigglez3661]

What are the chances Night Shift posts something at the exact moment I'm hitting purchase on some Tamiya putty quick type based on his recommendation?

[@robertthompson1993]

I've been looking forward to this week's vid so much. Can't wait to see where you take us with this. Great job.

[@RamenPoweredShitFactory]

Ahhhh, your models are always so beautifully detailed!

[@austincorreia53]

I've been looking forward to this video all week! Friday with Uncle Night Shift is one of the highlights to the week 🤘

[@Tallinu]

My favorite vehicle in world of tanks in all tiers and watching you skill your way through this assembly was a joy!

[@chelseachelseaboy]

Thanks for the heads up, I checked my Takom Porsche Jagdtiger, especially the front of the casemate, it didn't fit of course, I simply sanded the bottom edge and dry fitted as I went along...no problem, slotted in to place looks fine, worked for me, I also fitted a sprue brace from side to side internally to give the roof a bit more strength under the front joint where the casemate joins it as it bowed slightly.

[@facelessleader]

For bending the wires you could try a "diode bender" so you can get consistant results very fast. nice work as always!

[@fredrikvanlienden6749]

Yay. It's Friday and a new episode of my favourite modeller! Imo, the tank commander will add so much more to the finished kit!

[@johnnycooper7019]

Dear Martin, a great start to another masterpiece! Thoroughly enjoyable tutorial and very informative! Kind Regards Johnny

[@sekytwo]

This is not Model making, this is brilliant craftsmanship !!

[@SgtWayneNilesLSA]

It's good to see even the experts having trouble with kits. This is going to be a great build Martin. I like it already.

[@conwayplays6610]

I love night shift Friday, even if I have to watch it in class

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

Then it's more like a school shift 😁

[@conwayplays6610]

@@NightShiftScaleModels dammit, your right

[@giovannidispirito9056]

I absolutely love this Channel!!! My go to scale model channel without a doubt

[@stinkybins414]

Disappointing. looked like such a good kit. ive nearly bought it a few times. think you might of saved me some frustration. thank you

[@NightShiftScaleModels]

Tamiya is gonna be more fun to build, but it also costs almost twice as much.

[@leonhou7137]

damn i thought this kit look good, almost bought it, now this saves me some money and time.

[@derekbaker3279]

@@NightShiftScaleModels ...and only provides rubber band tracks, right?

[@derekbaker3279]

Is the other Jagdtiger kit from Takom just as bad as this one? It's a newer kit than this one, so I hope that they have corrected all their mistakes before releasing the 2nd Jagdtiger kit.

[@justinw.360]

@@derekbaker3279 judging by the in depth shots on moxingfans it looks like the same kit with appropriate adjustment for the “Porsche production” (not actually Porsche but the name is stuck forever now I guess with all manufacturer doing it), doesn’t seem to have any fixes

[@Dontwlookatthis]

Im adding to your shell hole talk at 18:05, in addition to two steel items hitting each other, one is also spinning and some shell holes, both total penetration and not, records the spiral twisting of the shell as it began penetrating the armor. Ive learned a lot, especially about the new resin filler from VMS, an amazing company with amazing products. Thanks, Unka (as in Donald Duck's nephews calling him unka Donald) Martin.

[@tomjerry84]

Look at those details... So comforting! 🥰

[@Markell1991]

Can't wait to see this painted!

[@rogerthat4286]

this tank looks so awesome! my favorite for sure ! cant wait for the next video

[@G60syncro]

I'm also a follower of Ebroin's miniatures and his figure modelling skills are off the chart!! Worth a watch if you don't know him!!

[@joshuayoung7246]

Awesome build boss! Great improvements and improvisation for the fitment issues. Can't wait for the next video..

[@neilreddick3062]

Thanks Sooo much for all of your hard work sharing your incredible skills with us Mr. Shift!!!

[@jamiesworkshop3198]

This is your best yet. Wow!! I love everything about it. And a big YES to the figure. You are way too talented to not have a crewman on board. Oh, I got to see the real one at Aberdeen years ago. That was a wonderful place!!!

[@DashaModels]

Wow! Nice detailed model!

[@bahamutdragon1754]

Different barrels for the same tank from multiple different manufacturers. Damn these model kit sellers are really dedicated to realism.

[@cosmin_budda]

I always love how you build them keep going mate!!!!

[@simonfejta3434]

" And here it comes again, my drug joy of Friday "

[@toby6326]

These videos just make my Friday's amazing! 😂

[@gregrandolph]

I have learned something new with each of your builds. Despite this kit's numerous shortcomings, I'm confident that the end result will be spectacular, Martin. I vote for adding the figure.

[@ciarancummins5510]

Pure creativity. Pure brilliance.

[@tomtruesdale6901]

Great job on the tank even with all the issues you with the fit. This will be one great looking tank when you are finished.

[@KramGnilrad]

I found your super detailing amazing 🤩. Amazing work!

[@threedots6720]

Another EXHAUSting and intRUSTing video, keep it up❤

[@johnsmith-wo4fr]

Looks great. One small point to consider, generally accepted with dioramas/vignettes procedure, is to build the foot print large enough to cover the length of the gun barrel.

[@abcgefp]

Can't wait. Love to see you trying new things too, like the figure.

[@dvdimports]

Just started the same kit and am looking forward to using this series of videos to help take my project up a level from previous builds. While I agree with your comments about the amount of flash and size of the seam lines, I disagree about the issues you had with the front plate on the super structure. I agree it is a terrible design, but after a few minutes of looking at it, a lot of swearing, and a bit of brute force, it did fit, with no need to make any modification. In saying that, keep up the good work. Your channel is helping a lot of us mediocre modelers to get better. Cheers from New Zealand.

[@allenj4kite]

Keep these vids coming mate. You manage in reality what I have in mind yet fail at! Love your use of English colloquialisms also. Your vids are “mint”! 👏👏👏

[@croutonbuildsstuff1367]

I think it would be really cool to see you do a model car but like armored or something, your attention to detail is amazing

[@outlet6989]

Years ago I ran across a tip that I found very useful. After removing the parts from the box, I put them in a sink or tub. Next, I add some dishwashing soap. I slosh the pieces about for a few minutes, rinse them, and set them aside to dry. This removes the mold release agent that is applied to the die so that the plastic parts release more easily. This agent can interfere with the glue making the joint less secure.

[@fatcat3211]

the tank commander gives it scale and looks good. A+

[@The_Modeling_Underdog]

One of your funniest videos, by far. Excellent build, Martin.

[@GorFrag]

I've touched that tank in real life. The damage to the front is scary, like someone took an ice cream scoop to a block of clay. I think they were deeper than you drilled them, but you can only drill so deep on plastic. the hull is not actually 9 inches thick. Also there are dozens of tiny shallow thumb print sized dents on the upper part of the right hand side where someone opened fire on it with a .50cal tho honestly i doubt those could be seen in scale. Some of the damage might have been done to it after it was captured for testing. I couldn't say what tho. The left drive gear was also hit and ruined, but as you want it in working shape you should leave that out.

[@arrowhead_1232]

I use a hot screw driver to imitate the ricochets and marks

[@socialistpastries.stooby]

Isn’t the jagdtiger’s frontal plate 150mm, meaning it’s 6 instead of 9? I mean, 9 inches is a lot even for a ship

[@GorFrag]

@@socialistpastries.stooby at angle it's the equivalent of 9inches

[@socialistpastries.stooby]

@@GorFrag No, that’s 190 (rounded up) so it’s between 7 and 8 inches

[@GorFrag]

@@socialistpastries.stooby ok, fair

[@w204mikull]

high quality video. one of your best so far id say.

[@k4muk3nu]

YES, you should totally put Helmut into the hatch opening!

[@eflbrth]

I just can rest from a long hard week and my choice to relax and enjoy is a good beer and this video ( and the following ones). I think this explains how much like you work.

[@superprecise]

LOVE this project so far!

[@harlech2]

This Jagdtiger is now at the NACC at Ft. Benning in GA. The gun wasn't taken out by a shell hit btw. I have been on and inside the JT in question. There is a hit to the left hand final drive the immobilized the vehicle. The recoil hydraulics were drained and the gun fired, essentially slamming the gun rearward thus destroying it. Also, there is a heavy hit to the lower glacis below the drivers position. As an aside, Aberdeen Proving Grounds lost their entire macro collection back in 2012 and the vehicles were split up between three different military bases. Ft Benning got the tanks and TDs, Ft. Sill in Oklahoma got the artillery pieces, and I can't remember which base got the balance. Back in the 90's Aberdeen has been given a huge chunk of money to preserve their collection, but had done nothing but paint 3 vehicles by 2011. The also moved the tanks that were at Ft. Knox to Ft. Benning as well, since the US Armor School was moved there. The NACC has a frankenTiger, this JT, a KT, 3 Panthers (including the only Panther II known to have been built), the last remaining T28/95, 2 T29's, and a T30. There is also a Soviet JS-3 and a whole host of other Russian vehicles.

[@HyperVillainy]

I'm definitely excited to see you take on a figure! This build is going to be pretty sweet!

[@lawrencereid9375]

Thanks for the heads up, Uncle Night Shift. I could have purchased this Takom kit thinking it was Tamiya-like in fit, assembly and finish only to have been seriously disappointed.

[@themadklingon]

An outstanding video. That grab handle tip was great.

[@domesticfoxy]

I bought the wrong tracks as well, once again you are the standard thank for sharing

[@Atma012150]

Really looking forward to seeing the tank commander figure being painted.

[@weepweep2225]

I have been looking forward to this ever since some of your very first videos man! And I think Hans looks great up there being on the watch out! Good job brother!!

[@TheQueer23]

I was waiting for this! I got my first airbrush yesterday, can't wait to try it!

[@jilthunder2276]

Great work - and the figure looks very nice and fits perfectly!!! Thank you very much for this one!

[@sjhrk]

It's not the length that matters, it's the quality ;)

[@Wardukw10]

As a serious builder of armour models im shocked to see how many problems there are with this kit..still though its not as bad as the old timer kits and German what if armour is my fav things to build ..im seriously enjoying your channel..very entertaining and yup ive subscribed..cant wait to see alot more 😁

[@max_scalemodeling6845]

Great build ,with a ton of Tipps and tricks I can use on my King Tiger I’m currently building.

[@styrenehelp]

A friend of mine recommended your channel to me. I'm glad he did. Cheeers

[@AbstractArmorHLF]

Looking great...looking forward to the next step

[@axiolot5857]

the humor on this channel is amazing lmao

[@andrewdeboer7435]

I didn’t want a Jagdtiger... until now! Thanks. Thanks a lot.

[@babakzekibi315]

Keep it up, you are making tens of thousands of modellers better modellers. Much better.

[@the-primered-thumb]

Figures add scale, and that's a really nice tank commander 😁👌

[@lawtongore7053]

Great video...I really enjoyed the way that you provided it...

[@silverdragontm9548]

Had a good time watching this video. Just one thing, I saw the roadweels (steel ones from Tiger I, Tiger B and II and Panther) being rough on their contact-to-the-tracks side for example rocks, gravel and so on leave minor impacts some times. Could be interesting details once painted, if it’s kept quite low.

[@davidstone-haigh4880]

Great vid. Informative and inspirational.

[@ioannisschoinopoulos1359]

I like the new editing, nice job

[@bryanmatthews8248]

Yes!!! I'm so happy to this build.

[@AndyBIcknell]

Excellent video...really looking for ward to the next part !

[@Modkits131]

As a beginner you really help me brush paint my scale models👍 thank you uncle Nightshift. :D

[@jonL88]

Also got the same Takom kit... Thanks for the presentation, I think I will lose sleep over this model 😰

[@donfrandsen7778]

Wow!!!! Excellent build. Lots of work to get those bugs out, flash and fit. Your work is amazing. The takom Jadgetiger, watching your build was eye opening. Tons of work in corrections. I have the Tamiya Jagdetigers as well Wow what a difference .....disappointed in the blitz build there . But your video on the build was worth saving , amazing work truly outstanding approach. Thank you!!! Encore!!! Big fan of the Jadgetiger Cheers👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@christianfischer3267]

Exciting video, you are a master in building models.

[@nielsferwerda7561]

WHAT a beast it is,can't wait for the paint job.

[@thediddly]

I would really love to see your hand at some warships or planes too at some stage in the future. Also I really do like your channel, fun informative, clear and well presented. You have an excellent structure to you production and balance the detail between building and showcasing. Love the fact music is kept to a minimum too. Regards. Darius, Melbourne Australia