BB Recommended for Beginner Classes
The Foundation of Modeling. This is where the real craft begins. High-Grade (HG) kits introduce students to the essential techniques of scale modeling. At this stage, we transition from "snapping by hand" to using professional tools, which enables us to achieve a cleaner, more realistic finish. Great for ages 10+
What They’ll Learn at Brooklyn Builds: Using precision nippers for clean cuts, mastering multi-grit sanding to remove plastic burs, following complex 3D diagrams, and precise sticker application.
HG Key Features: Students master precision tool use with hobby nippers, nub management through multi-grit sanding, and the assembly of complex articulated joints and delicate detailing.
Typical Build Time: 2 – 4 hours (over 1-2 sessions)
Price Range: $13 – $25
HG RX-78-2 Gundam (Revive): The gold standard for a first "tool-required" build.
HG Gundam Aerial: The most modern HG engineering with amazing clear parts.
HG Freedom Gundam (HGCE): A winged favorite that teaches balance and wing assembly.
HG Gundam EX: Features realistic, gritty surface detail for students who love "weathered" looks.
HG God Gundam: Focuses on martial arts articulation and dynamic posing.