Vallejo Deluxe Modelling Knife No. 1

A precise hobby knife is the tool you'll reach for more than any other — cleaning mould lines, trimming components, carving, scoring and scribing. This Vallejo Deluxe knife pairs a slim aluminium soft-grip handle with a #11 blade for fine, controlled cuts, and has a magnetic end for safely picking up spare blades and small metal parts.

Why it's good

• Fine control for cutting, carving, scoring and scribing
• Comfortable grip for long workbench sessions
• Magnetic end keeps stray blades under control

Trim, carve and tidy with confidence — a sharp, well-balanced knife makes every other step of the build cleaner.

The one tool every build starts with. Pairs with spare #11 blades, a cutting mat and a set of files.