Squadron Tools Value Pack Sanding Sticks (5 Pack)

I've used a copious amount of nail buff blocks, sanding sticks, wet sandpaper, glass files, metal files, fabric files, etc. I enjoy Gunpla building and airbrushing. With that said, the hype is real with these. These appear to last much longer than the buffing blocks I get from Walmart or the drug store. I haven't tried Tamiya's buffing sponges and I plan to in the future but for one these are my new go to. The most impressive sanding stick for me is the extra fine one. Unlike other brands that say they're extra fine; this one stick in particular works miracles with Gloss topcoats like Pledge Revive It (aka Future) and Alclad Aqua Gloss. There are times when dust will collect on my final topcoat while airbrushing and although other brands do work, this one not only works but it also doesn't gum up the stick when trying to LIGHTLY buff out imperfections on a Gloss coat. It's also excellent for making a perfect smooth surface. Other files I've use tend to gum up the file where I learned if you don't catch to it before moving onto your next part, the gum will stick to the pad and rub off on your next part making you want to flip some tables. Now I'm sure this stick will do the same after multiple uses but the point I'm trying to make hereis that this has more resistance to gumming up the pad and it's been more durable allowing more uses than any other type of buffing block, stick, pad, ect. that I've ever used. I would def reccomend.

I know Amazon has a few issues with bogus reviews so here's the real deal. These sanding sticks are great works really well for fine sanding nub marks on my Gundam kit, I bought some sanding sponges from Hobby Lobby and they ranged from 3400 grit to 12,000! those aren't $(-)!7 compared to these. Strangest thing on my set tho, the super fine sanding stick is red instead of white and the polisher on the tri-sided stick gets me a mirror finish where as the super fine doesn't. They work well but seem to wear out fairly easily. I would say they last for about three kits at the most. you can extend the life by brushing them out with an old tooth brush and making sure you get those nubs down as close as you can before you start sanding. one nub wasn't flush and made a gash in my sanding stick, not a big deal but I was super worried when it happened. I much prefer these to sponged or loose sheets of sand paper.

Theses are great for someone who is wanting to start out in the modeling scene. You have to be careful, however. For some reason I have not been able to buff out scratches that the medium grit left on styrene models. This may be poor technique but I'm not sure.There are 4 different grits: course, medium, fine, and extra fine. The fifth stick is a combo Eric that seems to have its own range.On the combo stick, the highest grit is between a medium and fine. Then the lowest grit is below the extra fine stick.If you haven't noticed by now that I have been referring to grits as course, medium, fine, and extra fine. These are not true grits but are what are printed on the sticks themselves. If I had to guess I would say course is about 4-600 grit, medium would be about 10-1200 grit, fine would be in 18-2000 grit and extra fine would be about 22-2400.My advice would be to use water with the lower grits. Also I would find a compound to get scratches out if you need to.These are not suitable for taking away nub marks. While you can do it, the sanding material will start to fall off of the stick if you abuse them. I would recommend a set of small files or and xacto with a chisel blade to get the majority of the nub off. Then I would use these to finish off removing all traces of the nubs.

Miniature Craft: I use these for prepping miniatures and miniature related projects. The get a LOT of use out them and i'm a very precise. This set of sanding sticks have been exactly what I'm been looking for. They are large enough to get a good grip on it and small enough to not be cumbersome. I have found that the "Tri-grit" is the one I go back to all the time because it has 3 grains on it; Fine, Ultra and polish.Well worth your time. I prep new projects about once or twice a week and they have not failed since I bought them.

I use these for my plastic 40k models. They are perfect for my needs. I imagine they would work fine with metal models too. Also they have a sponge center which makes it easier to sand the contours without messing up the details. For my needs I think these will last for a long time.

These are overall good sanding sticks. My only real complaint is that the medium sanding stick seems to not hold up well. It doesn't last very long now keep in mind I've been cutting my down to size as I need them. The do feel good and do not feel like they are cheaply made. Are they worth the $9? I say yes and no. If it wasn't for the medium stick wearing down so quickly I would say yes. I may give it one more go and buy one more set to see. If the 2nd set does the same thing I will have to go with another brand.

These are awesome for making quick work of sanding styrene and plastic models. The variety ensures you have the right grit availabel, regardless of the job. While I use a block and regular paper most of the time, these are great for small parts or when you need to get in and sand something in a confined space.

these were on the cheap side so that's why i bought them i wont say they are the best sanding sticks i have ever bought but they are not the worst. the rougher grit ones are pretty decent for sanding nub marks but the fine and polishing sticks leave a lot to be desired. the coating on the very fine stick (the red one i believe) was peeling after a few uses. so if you are on a budget these aren't a bad option but i think i will stick to some sandpaper sheets or better quality sticks