Let's Build A Jagdpanther From Normandy 1944 (Meng 1/35)
My friends, let's build the prettiest tank destroyer ever made! And it's going to be a thing of beauty - magnificent kit from Meng, excellent Masterclub metal tracks, Voyager photo etch set, life-like figures from Panzer Art, and some resin stowage!
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This feels like a sequel to the Jagdtiger , my fav series of yours, keep up the great work uncle!
A favorite of mine as well!
We might be able to compare them once the JP is finished and see if there was any progression :)
@@NightShiftScaleModels An excellent idea!
@@NightShiftScaleModels I'd really like to see that, please dew it.
@@KJ-kn8pg hear hear!
I never understand how someone can dislike a video like this. These videos make my week
Probably the best tank thus far. Can’t wait to see the rest
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I agree with that
Finally, a Jagdpanther. My favorite Tank Destroyer thats second to the Jagdtiger.
You can get surface mount solder/flux combined paste in a syringe on ebay. Fit a dispensing needle to the syringe & you can lay in a very neat bead of solder. Solder it with a small gas solder pencil/torch & you get the neatest joints possible. The torch means you don't get the comntact solder spikes like with the solder bolt. Plumbing for modellers lol. Thanks for taking the time to make these vids. There are many good modellers on KZhead but none better than yourself. Hope the leg is healing well.
Another Friday, another week done of school, another Night shift video to chill to
Tracks that don't need hours of preparation before assembling? The god of tank models answered our prayers🙏🏻
"..., but nothing beats good old soviet scissors" made my day. XD
M U H F R E N S Edit: The reason they did the armour plates separate like that is so that they're all scale thickness. It's pretty cool. Edit 2: why red primer barrel?
Probably to see if the seam is totally gone
To check for any imperfections or seam lines. The color doesn't matter, it's just the only primer I have in a spray can :)
@@NightShiftScaleModels perfect :)
Figured that out
@@Mauscmkwk Well, I was just making sure he wasn't going to a red lead-oxide primer barrel! Germans had a special dark grey heat-resistant lacquer used to primer gun barrels.
God damn it. Now you remind of that Jagdpanther that still waits for me on the shelf, primed.
Excellent - commentary. technique and outcome. Very enjoyable. Also we are definitely looking for socially acceptably posed figures, kudos!
SOOOOOOOOOO PRETTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Martin you are a true master.
I recently went to The imperial war museum in Duxford for my birthday and my favourite part of the day was seeing the jagdpanther as it is my favourite tank from the Second World War. Seeing this video has inspired me to finally make a 1/35 Jagdpantger that I hope will look half as good as yours does.
Amazing video! I chewed my nails off watching you at 6:30 though with how close that dremel piece came to cutting into your finger.
It woult be amazing to see you work your magic on a Warhammer 40k tank!
Yeah one from Forge World though ... a Malcador Annihilator or maybe a Macharius Vulcan.
horrible starting point though
@@geroschorch1365 the FW resin is *atrocious* The newer plastics are not bad.
Same with the gaps on the hull! I got a tiger 1 model and the gap that was created between the lower and upper plate will haunt me forever.
На мой взгляд Вы один из лучших моделистов в мире! Как всегда, великолепная работа! Посмотрел с удовольствием.👍
Not even a minute in and our main protagonist had me already on the floor
I always like to start my weekend with a cold glass of "My friiieeeends..." after work on a Friday. Have a good weekend, Night Shift!
the jagtpanzer is a nice tank
"So I could squeeze his legs together" That's the LAST thing I would expect to hear on Night Shift.
Idk why but I just find it super satisfying when you make the tank super realistic, I love channels like these, especially with the commentary..
the level of detail you've achieved on this is unreal. I feel like I'm watching a master clockmaker or something. I never get bored of watching you work!
Es gibt so viele tolle Modellbauer hier auf KZhead und dann gibt es noch Dich, den Onkel Night Shift! Mach weiter so! Ich freue mich auf jeden Freitag! Liebe Grüße aus Deutschland
FANTASTIC VIDEO + COMMENTARY... best I've seen anywhere. THANK YOU ! ! !
Yes, best part of Friday right here. Jagdpanther has always been one of my favorites, so extra excited to watch this series
Absolutely incredible! Your love to detail is just astounding.
I think your cluttering is pretty accurate. Something to remember when building model tanks is WHAT tank you're building. TD's or tank destroyers were never built for long deployments away from some form of base/supply depot, they didn't have much room for ammo storage and were VERY fragile to enemy fire if someone got in behind or beside them, so they tended to be more ambush based. So the heavy additions like AT rockets, lots of tarps and plenty of MG ammo all makes sense as these weren't tigers or panthers that were out fighting tank to tank, they were often within cityscapes covering choke points with heavy infantry support so there'd be a lot of reason for them to be carrying lots of ammo and rockets, tarps to hide the tank/obscure its shape and even to build small shelters if they were outside city limits. Jerrycans were also a big part of the WWII German army equipment as they were known to steal fuel from enemy vehicles especially late war where Germany was running out of fuel. It actually got many tanks scuttled for this very problem. The one thing I kinda hate but understand is your mixed use of Jerry cans and the older triangle fuel cans which by WWII were almost entirely phased out of use by the army. It's likely some townsfolk still had these and it was taken by the soldiers for fuel siphoning but it is a little annoying to see it used on such a late war tank. Just a personal gripe no real shade
Just love watching your videos - the level of detail and realism is incredible!
"Keep building models, not just collect them" Shit! he's on to us 😂
Dear Martin, Outstanding workmanship as usual!
Amazing attention to detail. Looking forward to the painting video!
Beautiful build! A lot of creative ideas and useful techniques, and good humour!
I am loving it! I still can’t get over the zimmerit from the last video. Keep up the great work, I can’t wait for the painting and weathering!
Wow, you never make me disappointed. SUPER DETAILED JOB YOU DID.
The Jagpanther is definitely my favorite tank destroyer from ww2.
Puppy so cute, DAMN I NEED THAT FIGURE FOR DAK! PUPPY!
I'm always amazed at the ways you continually come up with simple, clever solutions to challenges. This is looking outstanding Martin!
The detailing is a-freaking-mazing! Great job, uncle!
Especially enjoying this build - very "up" and fun!
Howdy from Texas! Tremendous work. I get so inspired every time I watch Night Shift.
This is incredible detail.
Amazing detail! I could never have the patience to do this but it is fantastic to watch the entire process to see how it is done. Well done.
Nice build, impressive details on this famous model!👍👍
I agree, after I assemble my models I let them sit on my shelve for a month or two just to admire all the work I did before I cover them with paint. Sometimes a year or two on some particular ones. Keep up the fantastic work. And keep the faith.
I've always been partial to it's big brother the Jagdtiger and you've already done that to perfection. Thank you for posting the video, I hope you're closer to being fully healthy again.
It just so happened that I bought Takoms Jagdpanther G2 w/full interior today and then this video comes out. Serendipitous!!!
As always, jaw dropping details. I was always a fighter plan model builder. You have inspired me to dive into tank modeling.
thats a beautiful model it looked like it went together without too much hassle and now i know where to get a decent sized jadgpanther been after one for ages in a bigger scale
This video is a dream come true for me. I have had this kit lying around on a shelf for over a year waiting for inspiration to finish it, and i have finally found it. Thank you
It looks amazing, can’t wait to see it painted!
The superglue on the wheels thing is clever!! I'll try that on my king tiger build. Ty!
There is no model you build that doesn't be an amazing piece. The way how you explan and make it see so simple comes from your art, as well as from your theorical and even more practical experience.
Superb work!
Am I the only one who thinks NightShift should make a Maschinen Krieger kit? He would do an amazing job with something like a Krote or a Sturm Kafer, or even a PKA/SAFS suit.
oh my god, thank you so much for the small texture tutorial, you helped my disgusting revell, but cool looking tank look less shinny, and more war torn
Great watch, absolutely beautiful!
That selfmade zimmerit looks amazing. After a long break from plastic modelling i found back in the hobby and your videos are very helpful to me. Keep it on!
Looks absolutely staggering. The suspension work is a very nice detail, I really like when scaled models are a bit more dynamic on the diaporama.
HI Uncle!! I'm a great fan of yours from Argentina!! Just want to add about the historical accuracy theme that de Jagdpanther G1 had the 665mm self cleaning idler wheel (bigger one) that meng didn't include in that kit because of a research error I suppose. Although this is just for the rivet counters !! Your the best!! Made an old guy come back to modelling!! Cheers!!
Amazing! The effort you put into all your models
The attention to detail on this build is just crazy! How you kept your sanity throughout, is beyond me, lol!
All your models are amazing but this one is already shaping up to be next level, excellent build quality on your part
Thank you , Uncle Martin .
Awesome job!!! Hope you are still doing well and healing quickly. Having had a broken leg when I was younger, I know your pain(s),
Came across your video's by accident and have to say totally blown away with the quality of your work............
beautiful texturing with lots of ideas on how to for guys like myself looking to get back into the hobby after 30yrs away from modeling. huge thanks Night Shift.
That looks to be a very nice kit. I may have to try one of Meng's offerings. Nice job on your part, as well.
love the jagdpanther. this is your best model yet
Santa's rolling down the street, IN A PANZAR!
Wrap the kit part in tape,peel it off after making the cut and use that as your stencil. You welcome uncle night shift
Cool! This will be very helpful, have the same kit in the stash..
Brilliant job mate!
Great model, great craft, super video and learning material.
Increíble, lo mejor es que te lo pasas genial construyendo el tank, how fun you are, congrats bro. Awesome piece
Really happy that you‘re finally back with us.
An absolutely brilliant and beautiful job, my friend!! When I decide to put together my first tank, I will be certain to play your video(s) while doing so - again and again!!! These videos aren't just entertaining but extremely helpful and informative to those who enjoy the same work/hobby!!
Just the best build videos out there. Thank you.
Stunning work 🔥
Uncle Night Shift who can read my thoughts is building a Jagdpanther and i am working on a Tamiya 1:35 myself 😁 ... This is perfect Timing
Always impressive to see the result ! 👍🏻
Dog figure painting should be an entire episode
This is a bit late but I just wanted to say that watching your videos is one of the most calming things for me and as an amateur modeler it’s given me a lot of inspiration and tips for the future. Thanks Martin
Have to say I am a Massive Stug and Jagdpanther fan , this looks amazing!! Beautiful figures defo on my list.
I live for Uncle Night Shift's 'hehehe' laugh
Some of the best demonstration of 'actual' damage to a vehicle I've seen. The dints and bends are a perfect example of a 21yr old driver in a war-zone, haha. Can't wait for the next instalment.
Wow! What a beautiful model!
Un véritable travail d'artiste !!! Bravo !!
Awesome as always man, can’t wait to see the paint job. 👍
Looks amazing
amazing work!
The storage cans in the back held wooden blocks to hammer into the adjusting block to allow proper tension of the tracks. The Germans only made storage intended for a specific purpose. They never made anything for general storage. All ammo was stored inside the tank. Specifically inside their compartments or in the ready rack.
Great Episode.
Amaizing job!!! Love your vids!
I absolutely love this series definitely my fav
I’m so glad I found your channel, very entertaining
Excellent as always. Big job.
Very enjoyable video. Looking forward to the next session
Can't wait for the next episodes, model looks awesome!
Very nicely done, Martin! I've always been more of a modern armor guy; but I do like the Meng products so maybe I'll pick one of those up!