Tucson Huis, Schaal O, Laser-Art van Scientific

The Tichy doors and windows really elevate this kit beyond typical laser-cut models. It took an evening of careful assembly, but the compact footprint is perfect for a small layout scene.

The laser-cut basswood pieces fit together so cleanly that I barely needed to sand anything, and the compact footprint means it tucks onto a shelf without dominating the layout. Even with paint and glue required, the Tichy windows and roofing give it a surprisingly finished look once assembled.

The Tichy doors and windows give it a nice period feel, and the laser-cut parts were crisp enough that cleanup took almost no time. Took me a couple evenings to assemble with glue and paint, but the compact footprint fits perfectly on my shelf layout. Only small gripe is the instructions could be a