A gift I got

[Tracerfi]

I have never built a model like this before so i am looking forward to it.

any tips?

Have a Christmas or what ever holiday you celebrate. 

[The Fugitive]

use some glue and paint, should help out. 

Research the ship, and how to achieve the details you are looking for. Google is your friend.

Most importantly, have fun with it!

[pipz]

  
That's a good kit! Tamiya makes quality products. You should have a good time with it. Just follow the instructions and test fit stuff before glue. Ive built quit a few models in my day so if you need anything feel free to contact me.

Merry Christmas!

[The Fugitive]

 
That's a good kit! Tamiya makes quality products. You should have a good time with it. Just follow the instructions and test fit stuff before glue. Ive built quit a few models in my day so if you need anything feel free to contact me.

Merry Christmas!

Yours only look good because you have that special "washer" mount to display them on!

[Masherbrum]

I personally know of four people who have built this model.   While Tamiya is typically detail oriented, in this one they dropped the ball.   One buddy recommends getting a pin vise (unless you already have one) and all of them recommend:

1. http://freetimehobbies.com/1-350-artwox-wood-deck-for-tamiya-bismarck/

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2. https://www.whiteensignmodels.com/p/WEM+1350+BismarckTirpitz+PE+35029/5233/#.Vn3pk1KIfRc