2025 ARMORTEK KIT SURVEY

Over the last few years we have brought out a whole series of kits as a direct result of your feedback - kits like the Pershing, JagdPanther, Hetzer, Leopard 2A4, and more recently the Sd Kfz 7, 88mm Flak 36 and the upcoming Challenger 2.

So, in keeping with what has become and annual tradition, here is your opportunity to once again influence our future production plans.

We have added in some "guide pricing" next to the names of the models. This is a rough estimate of the price at the current rates.

Thanks in advance for your input and we look forward to the results.

Centurion 23 (New Life)

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Starting of the weldings simulation using two different types of joints:
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The arc weld looks great.
How did you do it?

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The texture was made with polyester putty diluted in alcohol. After drying, I use a fine sandpaper to even it out minimally. The arc welding is done with this tool (homemade):
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First coat of paint:
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Moving on, drill holes in the wheels:
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Infantry Tank Telephone:
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Infantry phone. The cable is pulled just like the real thing with the use of a drum and spring.
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I haven't updated this post for some time but things have been going through the hand of my friend Carlos Mariano.
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Love the brass phone! Amazing details - nice work!
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Excellent build, always interesting to look, regards simon manning.

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I apologize for not updating this post properly but I can say that things have been moving along. The spotlight is currently being manufactured by the friend and colleague Carlos Mariano. If anyone is interested in seeing previous phases of construction, they can be seen over here: https://hlnewprojects.blogspot.com/2021 ... urion.html
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Hi everyone. For several reasons, I haven't had much opportunity to update this post, but the model has advanced in terms of detail. I also had a problem with the electronics, which has now been resolved thanks to Adrian Harris and Armortek. If you're interested, the latest developments can be seen here:

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