[Is Pocher pre-decorated, or do I need to paint it?]

On 17/07/2024 at 09:26, Char4192 said:

Pocher parts come pre-painted, making the model-building process more streamlined, allowing builders to achieve professional results with less effort and greater ease. There are sometimes water decals included that require self application. 

Yes, sometimes you need to apply water decals, and its usually in areas inaccessible or infeasible for pad printing at the factory I would assume.   

[Is there a recommended build sequence for Pocher]

On 17/07/2024 at 09:36, 96RAF said:

The recommended build sequence is shown in the manual but you may wish to alter this to suit yourself whilst ensuring that you do not 'paint yourself into a corner' by building an assembly that relies upon a previous assembly to be complete first.

Yes, you need to be careful doing that for that precise reason. It may mean you end up without access to screw on a component at a later stage and might be forced to dismantle, or find another method for assembling that component.

That said, everyone sees the challenge different, and part of the fun is finding a new technique or trick to get around a tricky stage.  

[How difficult are Pocher kits to build, what skill level is required]

For me difficulty can be challenging to define. Whilst some kits could take 30-50 hours to build, this time can be filled by assembling relatively straight forward small components. The real challenge is when you need to do something a little more tricky, feeding tubing for fuel lines or spark leads around a small engine before you assemble (HK114 Lotus and HK117 Ducati prime examples)

A difficulty rating would be helpful for Pocher, but I can understand its difficult to define. 

[Pocher Model Kit vs Pre Built]

If you consider the cost of Amalgam models, which are pre-built in 1:8, that gives you an idea about what it 'could' cost. 

1:18 Scale Models – Amalgam Collection

[Do Pocher kits come with lighting and sound]

This suits me.. Having unrealistic access panels and visible wiring to enable light and sound isn't what I look for in a Pocher model. 

[What scales are Pocher model kits available in?]

The 1:4 scale Ducati was a major departure for Pocher from 1:8 Scale. Seems to have been a successful one considering the amount they have made of the Ducati Panigale!

[Want to know the best way to look after Pocher Models?]

I have always found that a microfibre cloth is great for getting bodywork to really shine.. For the finer more delicate parts paint brushes really work at getting rid of dust.