Unlock the secrets of master-level armor finishing with TANKART 1: WWII German Armor by Michael Rinaldi. This expanded 288-page softcover bible dives deep into the art of scale modeling, breaking down advanced weathering, hairspray chipping, and oil paint rendering with signature "How & Why" clarity.
Why This Book Stands Out
The Pioneer Guide: Launched by Rinaldi Studio Press and trusted by over 15,000 modelers worldwide as the benchmark for AFV finish guides.
Dual-Text "How & Why" Format: Goes beyond simple picture books by explaining the exact science and artistic philosophy behind every rust streak, dust coat, and chipping effect.
Expanded 3rd Edition Content: Features a massive 288 pages of high-grade glossy paper, complete with deep-dive technical chapters and comprehensive project builds.
Featured Scale Model Builds
1/35 Winterized 10.5cm Sturmhaubitze 42
1/35 Panzer IV mit 88mm
1/35 Befehls Panther G
1/35 Tiger I Initial
1/35 Jagdpanzer 38(t) Hetzer
1/35 Panzer IV Ausf. E (DAK)
1/48 Sd.Kfz. 251/22 Pakwagen
Bonus Build: Guest author feature on the Sd.Kfz. 251/21 Drilling.
Core Technical Chapters
Hair Spray Technique: Layered winter and field-applied whitewash/camouflage chipping.
Oil Paint Rendering (OPR): Master tonal filtering, fading, and volumetric highlighting.
Technique Proficiency: Essential product guides, tool selections, and step-by-step macro photography. [
Product Specifications
Author: Michael C. Rinaldi
Format: Softcover, 8.5" x 9.5"
Length: 288 pages (3rd Edition)
ISBN: 978-0-9883363-1-5
