The Sea Lion is a very straightforward injection moulded kit in 1/72 scale, and very easy to construct. I decided to weight the hull, because I feel this gives the finished piece a little more credibility. A project like this also depends on paintwork. I felt that painting it in the same way as I would an aircraft would be appropriate, but with modifications. A brown/black wash worked well, followed by some heavy duty dry brushing. This turned out well and I was pleased with the results.
The Biber was broadly similar, but in 1/35 scale. This kit offers a small photo etch fret with parts for the hull and inside the conning tower, and a very convincing instrument panel. I used a similar paint routine as on the Sea Lion, but with heavier shading.
I have included photos of both models with others in their corresponding scale - the Sea Lion poses with the 1/72 scale Gato Class sub, and the Biber with Italeri's own PT boat. I think these settings speak for themselves.
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