Walthers Cornerstone 933-3794 Split Level House Kit

I really wasn't sure what to expect when I purchased this. It has sat in my cart here on Amazon for over a year as I debated on whether or not to buy it. It dropped to about 15% off, so I decided to take the plunge. I was kind of scared because Walther's has all kinds of really cool looking kits, and I was afraid I might get hooked on these. I wasn't sure exactly what kind of kit it was. I do consider myself to be an expert modeler, though. In this case, I'm kind of lucky. This is a plastic model kit much in the same category as what you'd expect from Monogram or Revell. It is so much better quality, though, at least from my experience. The pieces were molded well. There was no extra flash anywhere on the sprues, and though it's been a while since I've assembled a plastic model kit, that used to be very common. I do recommend sandpaper, superglue, and a good side cutter, though. That wasn't recommended on the label. I didn't exactly have the right kind of paint for it, so I left it the original colors except for a few parts (like the doors). The reason why this kit appealed to me is because I grew up in a neighborhood that was nothing but bi-levels and split-levels. I lived in a bi-level, but I spent a lot of time in the split-levels. This reminded me of my neighborhood growing up. The instructions could be better, but it's not complicated the way it's put together. I don't think this kit is for beginners, anyway. Probably more of an intermediate skill level but it also seems like it would be highly customizable. The window coverings (windows and shades) could have been better, but that is part of what makes it highly customizable. If I was going to put this into a diorama, which is essentially what it's made for, I'd probably use more translucent coverings and use something to light up the interior. There really isn't anything else inside except a partition wall between the garage and the living quarters. Now, why did I say earlier that I was lucky? Because while I assemble a lot of model kits and dioramas, plastic model kits aren't really my cup of tea. I just hate painting plastic, and I think that's a huge part of the experience. If they were my cup of tea, then I'd be spending a heck of a lot of money on these kits. However, as it sits, I will probably browse their catalog from time to time to see if anything interests me. The only real turnoff is the price, but they are high quality.

Very nice , wish had a foundation but otherwise very nice model

Just what I expected and at a good price.

Very authentic house. Uh, I almost want to live in it.

It could probably use better instructions, however I was able to manage with what was given and I'm not a very experienced modeler. It was a lot of fun to put together and the details are great! I will definitely get more houses. I seemed to have misplaced one of the shutters! Split-Level House