HELP

Metal Earth Resources

Newcomer in the Metal Earth world?

Contact Us

If you are still having difficulty with your model after reviewing all resources, please send us an email.

Starting Tips

Parts can be more easily removed from the sheet using a pair of clippers.

A pair of tweezers or needle nose pliers are highly recommended during assembly. (More information about tools below)

Plan out and understand how the parts will come together. Folding any piece back and forth along a fold line more than 2 times will cause the piece to weaken and/or break. Be sure to use a gentle touch.

Parts lock together using tabs and holes. Pay close attention to the and ▲ symbols:

A represents a tab that should be folded 90°.
A ▲ represents a tab that should be twisted 90°.

What do the Skill Levels mean?

Choose a model that corresponds to the level you feel you are at.
Each package of Metal Earth gives an indication as to how challenging a model is to build.

EASY

Beginner
Build time: Up to 1 hour.

Moderate

Semi-Casual builder
Build time: Up to 4 hours.

Challenging

Casual builder
Build time: 4+ hours.

Expert

Experienced hobbyist
Build time: 6+ hours.

Recommended Tools

NEEDLE NOSE PLIERS

Used to hold parts plus bend and twist tabs but can reach places in which the flat nose pliers do not fit.

FLAT NOSE PLIERS

Used to hold parts securely and create tight connections by pulling and twisting tabs.

CLIPPER

Great for cutting pieces from the metal sheet. Eliminates the need to remove each piece by bending back and forth.

TWEEZERS

Ideal for handling small pieces. Provide you excellent accuracy and handling pieces little bit easier.

Video Assembly Examples

Wonder Woman Assembly

Tiger Tank Assembly

Halo Guardian Assembly

Black Pearl Assembly

We know you’re eager, but take a moment to read over your model kit’s instructions before you begin building.
Be sure to view your model on our 360 View Gallery.