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Miniature Scale Reference Guide (Conversions for Model Railroads and Tabletop Wargames)

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Miniature Scale Reference (Conversion and Guide for Model Railroad and Tabletop Wargames) - banner image

What is the most popular miniature scale for tabletop wargames, RPGs, or even model trains? The exact scale of a model varies widely depending on who is making it and what purpose it will serve. There are also quite a few nuances to understanding how manufacturer’s scale their products to sizes in real-life (or fantasy). …

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Lamp and Lighting Guide for Scale Modeling (8 Tips)

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Professional lighting tips for model builders - daylight lamps for hobbyists and best lights for hobby work assembling kits

Are you looking for the best light for model building? As a scale modeler and painter, I rely on good lighting to see and work with small details. Assembling and painting scale miniatures and models requires visual acuity. Most household desk lamps are too dim, lack contrast, and can even hurt our eyes over when …

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