Modelling the Jagpanzer 38(t) 'Hetzer' Book Review
By Michael Benolkin
| Date of Review | November 2004 | Title | Modelling the Jagpanzer 38(t) 'Hetzer' |
|---|---|---|---|
| Author | Gary Edmundson | Publisher | Osprey Publishing |
| Published | 2004 | ISBN | 1-84176-705-0 |
| Format | 82 pages, softbound | MSRP (USD) | $17.95 |
Review
In their tenth installment of their modelling series, Osprey provides another interesting topic - the Hetzer tank destroyer. The author walks the reader through a variety of subjects that are based on the multitude of captured Skoda and BMM tank chassis, how to modify the kits, adding resin and photo-etched details, and of course, painting and weathering.
The table of contents outlines the variety of subjects covered:
- Materials
- May 1944 BMM Production Hetzer
- May 1945 Skoda Production Hetzer
- 15cm Schweres Infanteriegeschutz 22/3 (Sf) auf Jagdpanzer 38(t) Hetzer
- Bergepanzer 38(t) and Vignettes
- Further Reading, Media and Websites
- Museums and Collections
- Kits Available
The author doesn't limit his discussions to building just the model. He also provides a refreshing insight into developing vignettes in which to place the model and some figures into a moment of history. There is a nice discussion of diorama/vignette bases, building camouflage, and the various elements to take your modeling into the next realm of realism.
Recommended!
My sincere thanks to Motorbooks International for this review sample!