4D Build Imperial Tie Fighter 3D Puzzle, Ages 8+, 6 Sheets, Glue & Instructions, Star Wars

I haven't quite finished this particular model but finding it's just as good as the others i've built. I've built 3 other of these cardstock models and have at least a half dozen+ in my stash because i like them so much. There appear to be two predominant brands, 4D Build and 4D CityScape. They're very similar in design but the 4D Build kits have the piece numbers printed on each piece whereas the one 4D CityScape I built didn't have the part number printed on each piece so once it's punched out, there's no way to tell what the piece number is. All the kits i've done are star wars themed and come out looking very very good. The kits are pretty straight forward but will likely need adult assistance for kids under 15-ish. If you can put together Ikea type furniture, these should be doable for you, but if you can't assemble ikea furniture, these may not be for you. Special tools aren't required but can help significantly with assembly and having a better finished product. Special tools range from long tweezers, fine scissors, nippers, razor knife, etc. Toothpicks come in handy if you're using the glue. I found that Elmers glue works as well. Most of them come with a small tube of glue, but I've found that none of them really needed any glue assuming it's going to be a static model that's not played with. If it's going to be played with, glueing on some pieces would be recommended. Heavy play is probably not recommended or it will eventually get beat up, crushed, torn, wrinkled, although it is a very sturdy model when finished. I've found this Tie Fighter is probably the easiest I've done so far and would be a good starter kit especially since it's one of the cheaper kits. The R2D2 model was slightly more complicated but builds into a fine looking replica about 12" high and was fairly priced at $20. I've been significantly impressed with each kit that I've built regarding how well they were designed/engineered for strength, assembly, and an impressive finished product. Very fun. Can even be therapeutic with punching out all the pieces. Highly recommended.

Looks really good when put together. Took my son about 1/2 hour.

Well made model kit! Parts are sturdy, well made, clearly marked. They connect securely. Glue is provided in the kit which is rarely needed . Instructions are clear and easy to follow. A great fun project for both parents and kids! Hints: use the glue to secure loose fitting parts, just a dot is all you need. Be aware this is a cardstock material being used. Don’t force the joints together. You will bend the tabs.

This was incredibly easy. Just follow the instructions and pay attention to the details in the pictures. Follow the color codes and number. Most importantly take it slow and easy. Don’t force or rush. I was able to build this without using the glue. But it may require it but that depends on your skills. This was fun to put together and I think I’m gonna buy Darth Vader and the Storm Trooper to add to my collection. The hardest piece was the cheeks for me but I was able to build it without glue. 4 star because it could have been a little more durable but still doable.

I really enjoyed putting it together. I looks really cool. I'm surprised at how much detail it has. I applied glue to random parts that I thought needed it. Very few of the steps were difficult to visualize. At the end of the day it was not that difficult to assemble. I'm attaching pics too.