Vlog 41 Model Car building CRINGE. Let's Address The Sprue Cutters.

So it bugged a few of you on how I cut my model car kit parts from the trees. Let's Discuss.
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[@dongallowayjr3435]

Different strokes for different folks… usually use spruce cutters at first then clean up with X-acto /sandpaper! Different techniques is what makes their model hobby fun!

[@jamesvozar1]

that is spot on Don

[@morriscustommodelshop8345]

I still use both nippers and an exacto to cut off parts. It depends on the size and placement of the attachment points.

[@mittenstatebushcraft6381]

It could be worse. You could be ripping them off the sprue instead (don't fib, we've all done it!). I find I sometimes HAVE to cut them off with a fresh blade rather than cutters. The cutters just won't get in there or if they do, at an angle that may actually damage the part.

[@bluestreek4784]

I pretty much do it the same way, I use the cutters to cut parts from the tree, leaving a nib like you had on that hood, then I use the blade to cut the nib off. I've been a carpenter for many years as well as my dad, and we both use the knife to sharpen pencils the same way, lol also, what about all the people that built models way back when, before there was sprue cutters lol, they did just fine. Everyone needs to just do it the way they feel comfortable doing it, I've cut my thumb and fingers many times and wont be the last, lol great video, keep up the great work my friend.

[@maddogmerv]

I like the cut of your jib. I do the same thing and have for over 50 years!

[@blownmouse]

Sprue cutters are an amazing invention for us model builders. I have several sets from cheap to not so cheap and I've been using them for a while now. I've been building model cars for over 40 years and I started out just like a lot of you did back in the day, with an exacto knife and I still use one to this day to remove parts from trees in certain situations and for clean up after nipping with the sprue cutters. We all do things differently. If it works for you then do it that way. If you're here to judge then you're here for the wrong reasons.

[@davidshell1738]

I didn’t cringe a bit. 🤷Everything you’re doing looks very familiar! Keep up the good work!👍

[@marcosfernandeznanita7150]

Not bad, sometimes I do the same thing, but now o have a new set of one blade cutters and they cut like butter

[@MarkBatsonHobbydude007]

Works for me!! I use x-acto and the new Tamiya side cutters. Whatever gets the job done brother!!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Hey, what ever works best for ya! 👍👍👍 😉

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

My way or THE HIWAY, BUDDY!

[@gvet47]

I don't do models now but as a kid the only method was a single edge razor blade. I don't even use the spur cutter that came with my 3D printer. I enjoy watching.

[@adnercarrion2793]

I’ve been following you for a short time and I wish I can do work like yours, still working on it,great work!!!

[@rickdee67]

I use a pair of Revlon nail clippers, small chrome curved plier like cutters . I tell people that you are going to figure out what works best for you!

[@shanes3060]

I have always done it very similar to the way you do it , I didnt even know about sprue cutters 🤣🤣🤣 good video thank you !!

[@joshuaglaude1549]

I cut off the sprue with xacto blade. I clean up with xacto blade. Then sand. My worst habit is sometimes I don't cut the whole part off. Sometimes I get impatient and twist the last hanger off.

[@paulsmessybenchmodels2602]

I like to gnaw the parts off the sprue, no chance of the part flying off. And even if you do swallow a part, it'll turn up in a day or two.

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

Nice method

[@arleighburke9095]

just have to wipe the mud off when it shows up

[@SmallADVentures1973]

I didn't cringe one bit, lol 😆 These days I usually grab the sprue cutters to remove parts from the tree (a mm or 2 away from the part for the same reasons you scribe that line first), but (like you) then I grab my trusty XActo knife to do the trimming, (also like you) I've been doing that since I started building in the 80's (but unlike you, I've fortunately never sliced into myself doing that 🤪 though I have had cuts on every little piggy on both hands except for 1 scar-less finger...including the surgical internal complete rebuilding of the left index finger, but none of those were model building related though 🤣) 😁👍

[@shaygetz52]

I use both with the flush cutters getting about 2/3s of the work.

[@jtodora]

I didn't think anything of it when you used your Exacto knife. I do it all the time. I have spu (spelling) cutter and use it sometime; however, I mostly use an Exacto and then sand the small nib that's left over.

[@ronstewart9792]

Great vlog Luka. I have been cutting parts that way for more years than I should admit. Ron

[@paintnamer6403]

I remember just flexing the parts off of runners and using Q tips as paint brushes. Having an older brother that liked models helped advance my skills and tools. I didn't even consider sprue cutters until I was about 35 and that's when I stepped things up a notch. I built that Olds engine and painted the intake aluminum to suggest an Edelbrock hi rise with spaced Holley 4500 Dominator

[@johnnymayo8534]

I've started using the X-acto for small parts and chrome. For me, it works better than my 'spur cutters'.

[@Duececoupe]

I use both cutters and a blades....just carry on with what suits you! Now, get back to that Malibu kiddo, you know which one I'm thinking about! 😉😆😂

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

NO! 😲😆😆

[@Duececoupe]

@@TheLukaCeeChannel Oh come on.... don't be that guy! 😳😲😉😆😂

[@garyparker2969]

PLLLEEEAASSSE LUKA 🙏🙏🙏😁😁 ???

[@garyparker2969]

I Use an AXE 🪓 Sometimes ,,NOW WHAT ???? 🤪😜🤪 HAHAHA !!! God Bless All !!

[@petesmodelcarcustoms584]

Crazy Gary👍🤣update to a chain saw🤣🤣🤣

[@garyparker2969]

TOO Noisy For My Neighbors 😩😩😩 LOL..

[@petesmodelcarcustoms584]

@@garyparker2969 Get the new carbon fibre, laser guided stealth saw, Gary,👍😂

[@garyparker2969]

It'll Set OFF Smoke Alarms 😩😩 !! 😂🤣

[@petesmodelcarcustoms584]

@@garyparker2969 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@michaelhintzmikesminiature1812]

I have some but don't use them much. I like using a photo etch saw. You have to do what works best for you!!!!

[@lowlucas1]

I usually cut and shape with the blade, as well. Just gotta be a little cautious and focus on how much pressure to use, and finesse it at the same time. Patience is a thing well learned in the hobby. Enjoy the hobby, everyone!

[@jasongriffin8849]

I have the same scar finger from an Exacto knife. It too was from being a little too aggressive.

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

Exactly

[@youknoweverything7643]

HEY LC try usung scalplels super sharp stainless steel last longer then those razor blades on hobby knifes and cheap for a pack of 100 but very very sharp doesnt take much to cut your finger where you need stiches the slightest slip your needing stiches but man they cut so nice

[@malcolmbolton1473]

Hey what works for you man,don't worry bout what others say or think,it's your model at the end of the day,I've used finger nail clippers for sprue parts removal now for over 40 years,can't remember now where I got that tip from?,& as for half blunt exacto & snap off hobby blades,don't go there?,lol,cheers

[@hishamaziz3282]

That's how I've been doing it since I started building "seriously" in 1972. I do use sprue cutters now on the bigger parts.. but I still use the x-acto knife way on very small and delicate parts. This is the only way I can keep them from breaking. Again, people should use whatever way that works for them.. and stop criticizing how other people do it... as long as it's what works for them. :)

[@gavinstarke1184]

This is how my dad showed me how to do model cars besides the sanding. We'd hide the imperfect cuts.. Can't always be dependent on a tool! Older modelors stay to this method from the experience they have!!

[@SM-wo3qb]

This is exactly what I do, I actually think its a great method. I cut a little away from the part like you do and sand them down. Comes out mint! One difference with me though is I don't even change my exacto blades out that often 🤣 I came up with this method because I was too much of a cheap skate to pay what they were charging for sprue cutters haha I thought bugger that I can do it for free with my exacto knife!

[@robertmann7277]

Different strokes for different folks, I personally use sprue cutters ( should start a movement, maybe I'll have a T-shirt made, " sprue cutters unite" )

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

That be a great shirt!

[@hbkwheels6603]

That's actually pretty cool. I might try this on parts I'm worried about stressing the plastic on.

[@calvincooley1074]

I use your method as well as other methods. Cutters aren't always able to get between the sprue and the part.

[@askoseppanen3779]

I think in this hobby and for that matter many other hand cafting hobbies it is good to be able to use a knife and in time the knife teaches you to work safely with it, by avoiding this in fear of cutting your self is like pissing on your feet. You are not going to die by cutting a small or big into your thumb, I have been working so heavy and hard that I rarely get through my skin if I cut my finger. But it's also this Finnish culture with the knife thing, many of us get a hold of a knife when little boy at least me and my son and all my friends. I have been making knives for 20+ years.

[@larrydelaruelle5778]

"This is the way I do it. I enjoy it." Amen!

[@deepjunkgarage]

The only time I cringe is when the bills are due. 😬 I use all different tools and methods to remove parts from the trees, knife, sprue cutters, side cuts etc.etc. It just depends on the part and where on the tree it's at. Sometimes I like to gnaw em off like a beaver building a dam. 😂

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

Oh MAN. Me too!

[@robertnussberger6449]

I cringe every time I look at the wheel on my older kits because I wasn't that experienced of a modeler and twisted them off the trees

[@alvinpowell6189]

What you did with YOUR model parts didn’t bother me, because it’s not mine! So you go right ahead and keep doing you cause you do you best!!!

[@BGsModelWorkshop]

on the one hand, scoring the plastic then snapping it makes total sense. I have watched professional mode builders from ILM make something and they give a couple quick scores and then SNAP the piece off! On the other hand.....DEAR GOD!!! get one of those chainmail metal gloves like the cooks at Olive Garden use when slicing stuff in the kitchen!! ;)

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

You Wussy

[@BGsModelWorkshop]

@@TheLukaCeeChannel 🤣

[@williamwagaman9538]

Thank you for the how 2 video

[@brianarsenault5838]

Surgical with that X-ACTO knife Luka. Doctors use these knives for heart operations... seen it on the tv.

[@billyjohnston4244]

Exactly the same for closer to 50yr than I would care to admit.

[@gregorydegross1949]

I use the tamiya snippers they are the best

[@kevinzilly7201]

i cut a nice one inch incision on my thigh cutttng a hole in a hood for a blower. Dumb move as a preteen. ooh look at the layers of skin and tissue . i closed it with a bandaid no stitches and luckily no infection. still have a scar, dont have the model. CRINGE!!!!

[@kevinlowe4845]

Hey luka, I have learned so much in a short time< your videos are awesome

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

Thanks. I really appreciate it when viewers say this to me. I'm so glad to help out.

[@JDsHouseofHobbies]

I stabbed myself really good once building a Bandai Star Wars kit. I did it, in of all places, the hospital! The nurses were REALLY mad. lol I know I cut a nerve in my pinky finger because I have lost feeling in the last half inch or so of it.

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

I didn't feel anything in the tip.of that finger I showed the scare for a few years. It was a very deep cut. But it all came back.

[@chuckymonster1000]

Lol get some snippers lol hahahahahah

[@greghall1307]

I do it exactly the way you do it.

[@jamesvozar1]

No cringe Luka that is the way i have always done it and for arguments sake its the way the japanese master models do it too, they barely even use sand paper, as they think its messy and non precise way of cleaning up parts.

[@cjbopper3535]

In the end of this story is > TO EACH THERE OWN !

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

True That

[@roysradscalemodels9031]

Hey if that works for you that’s awesome I would probably cut the crap out of myself. Thanks for sharing

[@Speedracer43]

Personally, I fail to understand how the number of subscribers another modelers you-tube channel has relates to the validity of his comments! You now have one less subscriber!

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

Ouuuu...Ouch. that hurts.

[@kevinsmith7697]

Have a chainsaw you could borrow😳 think we’re experienced enough to use a knife! Cannot always use sprue cutter they can do a lot of damage. Lots of critics out there 😝 Don’t like it don’t watch!

[@lmcdasc]

That's how I do it.

[@deenjoan9938]

Seams to work for you So who cares its your model you payed for it, build it how you want cut parts off the way you like

[@jordanakin8953]

Y don't you use spruce cutters makes life a whole lot easier

[@daviddykes3026]

Hey - you stole my plastic clamp!

[@TheLukaCeeChannel]

That's where they came from!

[@daviddykes3026]

I get em' for .99 cents 6 on a card at the Waterford, CT. Walmart!

[@jimklette580]

More than 1 way to skin a cat. To each their own. Judge not. Enough said.

[@robertmann7277]

Different strokes for different folks, I personally use sprue cutters ( should start a movement, maybe I'll have a T-shirt made, " sprue cutters unite" )