Tools for Model Makers
Bring your next build to life, one detail at a time. Explore model-making tool kits, precision nippers, and rotary tools at Best Buy Canada. Whether you’re assembling your first plastic model or refining a custom project, find tools that help you cut, shape, and finish with greater control.
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Model-Making Tool Kits
BANDAI Spirits Entry Tool Set Plastic Model Kit Tool
ARMY PAINTER Hobby Tool Kit New
SYMLIS Model Building Tool Kit 23 Piece Hobby Craft Tools Set for Gundam Model Making Plastic Model Building Diy Tools
SYMLIS Model Building Tool Kit 33 Piece Hobby Craft Tools Set for Gundam Cars Aircraft Building Diy Model Craft Tools Set
FASCINATIONS Metal Earth Tool Kit
BANDAI Model Sanding Stick Set (Mini) Model Kit Tools (File)
ARMY PAINTER Sculpting Tools New
ERTL TOYS 1:32 21-Piece Hobby Set W/ Horses
GREEN STUFF WORLD Stuff World Hobby Carving Set New
TAMIYA Weathering Stick Mud (87081) Plastic Model Kit Tool
TAMIYA Modeling Brush Hf Standard Set (87067) Plastic Model Kit Tool
BANDAI Spirits Entry Nipper (Red) Plastic Model Kit Tool
EXCEL HOBBY BLADES C Orp. Excel Sprue Cutter (55595) Plastic Model Kit Tool In Black
SLOWMOOSE 120PCs Installation Tool for 4 Model Accessories Kit
SYMLIS Model Painting Tool Kit With Wet Palette Paint Mixing Box for Gundam Model Coloring
SYMLIS Model Building Tool Kit 13 Piece Hobby Craft Tools Set for Gundam Plastic Model Assembly Diy Craft Tools Kit
Model Nippers
BANDAI Spirits Build Up Nipper (Blue) Plastic Model Kit Tool
BANDAI Spirits Entry Nipper (Pink) Plastic Model Kit Tool
PLAMOD Bandai Spirits Entry Nipper (Blue) New
THE ARMY PAINTER Army Painter Plastic Frame Cutter New
SAG Hs-D1 Flush Side Cutter Precision Shear Wire Snips Pliers Diagonal Mini Cut Edge
SAG Hs-D1 Flush Side Cutter Precision Shear Wire Snips Pliers Diagonal Mini Cut Edge
SAG Hs-D1 Flush Side Cutter Precision Shear Wire Snips Pliers Diagonal Mini Cut Edge
SAG Hs-D1 Flush Side Cutter Precision Shear Wire Snips Pliers Diagonal Mini Cut Edge
SAG Hs-D1 Flush Side Cutter Precision Shear Wire Snips Pliers Diagonal Mini Cut Edge
TAMIYA Curved Scissors for Plastic #5 (74005) Plastic Model Kit Tool
SYMLIS Mini Diagonal Cutting Pliers Precision Small Side Cutter Hand Tool 1PC
Rotary Tool Kits
VEVOR 136-Piece Cordless Rotary Tool Kit, Dc8V Portable Mini Power Rotary Tool, 5 Speeds 5000-30000Rpm Multi-Purpose Diy Tools for Engraving
SNAPFRESH 8V Cordless Rotary Tool Kit – 5-Speed Up to 28, 000 Rpm, Lightweight W/ USB-C Charging, Led Light, 46 Accessories
VEVOR 73-Piece Cordless Rotary Tool Kit, Dc4V Portable Mini Power Rotary Tool, 5-Level Speed 7000-20000 Rpm Multi-Purpose Diy Tools for Engraving
TACKLIFE 3.7V Li-On Cordless Rotary Tool Kit -Multi-Functional Three-Speed With 31-Piece Rotary Accessory Kit, USB
TOPEX 17 Piece Sds Plus Rotary Hammer Drill Bits Set & Chisel Bits Hole Tool Set
TACKLIFE Power Tools Rotary Tool R3 Rtd35Acl 3.2MM 120V 60Hz
HOTO Electric Rotary Tool Kit, 35-In-1 Cordless Power Carving Tool Kit With Led Light, 5-Speed 25000Rpm Max, USB-C Charging
REVOSTAR Refurbished (Good) - Fanttik F2 Pro Cordless Rotary Tool Kit 4V for Diy Craft And 3D Printer | Strong Magnetic Motor, Revostor Hub, 5 Speed
DREMEL Mm50-01 Multi-Max Oscillating Diy Tool Kit With Tool-Less Accessory Change 5 Amp Motor
VEVOR 780W 25000Rpm Electric Flex Shaft Rotary Tool, Flex Shaft Grinder, Foot-Pedal Control Hanging Carver Grinder w 112PCs Accessory Kit For
VEVOR 125W 18000Rpm Electric Flex Shaft Rotary Tool, Flex Shaft Grinder, Foot-Pedal Control Hanging Carver Grinder w 112PCs Accessory Kit For
SNAPFRESH 12V Cordless Rotary Tool Kit – 32, 000 Rpm, 28-Speed W/ Digital Display, 111 Accessories, 2.5Ah Battery W/ USB-C Charging
VEVOR 1.2"/2"/3" Rotary Polisher Buffer, Car Buffer Polisher, 600W 6 Variable Speeds 1000-4500Rpm Car Polisher Waxer Kit for Cars Detailing, Waxing
VEVOR 1200W 30000Rpm Electric Flex Shaft Rotary Tool, Flex Shaft Grinder, Foot-Pedal Control Hanging Carver Grinder w 112PCs Accessory Kit For
VEVOR 150W 23000Rpm Electric Flex Shaft Rotary Tool, Flex Shaft Grinder, Foot-Pedal Control Hanging Carver Grinder w 112PCs Accessory Kit For
BISBISOUS Electric Engraving Tool Kit - USB Rechargeable Rotary Tool Set - 44PCs
SYMLIS Rotary Tool Accessories Set Diamond Grinding Bits for Electric Die Grinder Polishing And Engraving
SYMLIS Electric Grinding Tool Kit 216 Piece Rotary Tool Accessories for Polishing Grinding Cutting Drilling Deburring Metal And Nonmetal Materials
SYMLIS Alloy Rotary File Set Double Groove Storage Box Metal Grinding Polishing Tool Kit 1Set In Blue
SYMLIS Sanding Disc Set Mixed Grit Abrasive Pads for Angle Grinder Polishing Grinding Tool Kit 1Set
SYMLIS Wool Polishing Buffing Wheel Set Rotary Grinder Polisher Accessories Kit 1Set
SYMLIS Rotary Tool Flexible Shaft Extension Kit Metal Hand Grip 6.5MM Rotary Grinder Accessory Set 1Set
SYMLIS Polishing Grinding Tool Kit Abrasive Buffing Set for Metal Wood Diy Repair Tools Bag 1Set
SYMLIS Flap Wheel Abrasive Grinding Head Polishing Sanding Drum Set Rotary Tool Accessories Kit 20PCs
SYMLIS Electric Engraving Rotary Tool 5 Speed With Led Light 173PCs Accessories Kit for Wood Metal Diy Craft
SYMLIS Electric Mini Rotary Tool Rechargeable Engraving Grinding Polishing Tool for Diy Craft Jewelry And Woodworking
SLOWMOOSE Garden Weed Puller Tool And Garden Tiller Rotary Cultivator Tool Set Gardening Tool Weeding Digging Grass Turning Tool
DREMEL 200-N/6 Two-Speed Rotary Tool Kit With 6 Accessories
SYMLIS Rotary Tool Accessories Set Electric Grinder Bits Kit Multi Function Polishing Grinding Accessories 1Set
VEVOR 1000W 30000Rpm Electric Flex Shaft Rotary Tool, Flex Shaft Grinder, Foot-Pedal Control Hanging Carver Grinder w 74PCs Accessory Kit For
BISBISOUS Electric Engraving Pen Wireless USB Rechargeable Rotary Engraver Tool Kit for Jewelry Glass Wood Metal
SYMLIS Dremel Compatible Rotary Accessories Toolkit - Grinding, Cutting And Polish
SYMLIS Cutting Wheel Set Rotary Tool Circular Saw Blade With Screwdrivers
SYMLIS 55PCs Rotary Tool And Accessory Kit 3 Variable Speed Electric Drill Set
SYMLIS 13 Pieces Angle Grinder Wood Carving Disc Rotary Burr Rasp Set for Sanding
SYMLIS Multipurpose Compact Rotary Tool - 42-Piece Accessory Set
BISBISOUS Mini Rotary Tool Kit 46 PCs USB Rechargeable Multifunction Electric Drill Tool Set
SYMLIS Mini Electric Rotary Tool 8 Speed Settings With Led Light Handheld Grinder for Diy Crafts
SYMLIS 98 Piece Electric Engraving Pen Kit Grinding And Polishing Rotary Tool Set for Diy Crafts
SYMLIS Electric Rotary Tool 62 Piece USB Rechargeable Grinding And Engraving Kit With Storage Bag
SLOWMOOSE 3X Hand Wheel Handle Kit 5V Manual Pulse Generator Cnc Machine Tool Rotary Encoder Electronic Hand Wheel, 60Mm
TOPEX 4V Max Cordless Rotary Tool Mini Grinder Kit
CESTLAVE Mini Engraving Tool, USB Rechargeable Cordless Rotary Sander With Drill Bits Template And Portable Tool Case
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FAQ
For many plastic models, start with model nippers, a fine sanding stick or file, and tweezers for small parts. A hobby knife and cutting mat can help with careful trimming. Check the model’s instructions before buying glue or paint, since some kits snap together without either. Compare tool-kit contents rather than choosing by piece count alone.
Look for nippers intended for plastic model parts, with a comfortable grip and cutting tips that can reach small attachment points. Follow the tool’s limits for material and thickness. Plastic-model nippers should not be used on metal wire unless the manufacturer specifically allows it.
Yes, but use care: powered tools can remove material quickly, and friction can soften plastic. Choose an attachment rated for the material, follow the manufacturer’s speed guidance, and test on scrap first. Use light pressure and short passes. For delicate seams or tiny parts, hand sanding often provides better control.
Often, yes. Plastic kits commonly need sprue nippers and sanding tools, while metal-sheet models may need metal-rated cutters and pliers for holding, bending, and twisting tabs. Choose tools suited to the model’s material and follow its assembly instructions.
Use a stable, well-lit surface with a cutting mat and small trays to keep parts organized. Wear eye protection when clipping or using powered tools, cut away from your body, and keep blades safely stored. Follow product labels for ventilation and protective equipment when using adhesives, paints, or materials that create dust.
Some products may be subject to Environmental Handling Fees (EHF) depending on your province. Learn more about EHFs.