Hardcover, 208 pages with period photos, and high-quality, full-color illustrations and photographs.

Authors: Daniele Guglielmi and Mario Pieri

Publisher: AMMO by Mig Jimenez

Collection: Illustrated Guides

Subject: Military history and military vehicles

Languages: English

Number of pages and description: Hardcover, 208 pages with period photographs and high-quality, full-color images of preserved vehicles, detailed illustrations of Zimmerit application patterns, and step-by-step photos demonstrating its replication and painting in scale models.

Mastering Zimmerit: The ultimate guide for scale modelers

Zimmerit was a distinctive feature of German tanks during World War II, developed to prevent magnetic mines from sticking to their armor. Introduced in 1943, this textured paste was applied to vehicles such as the Panther and Tiger tanks, giving them a characteristic ridged pattern surface that made them easily recognizable.

Zimmerit has always fascinated modelers and military history buffs, raising critical questions about its application, weathering, and authenticity. How thick should it be? Which patterns are historically accurate? How can it be painted and weathered realistically?

This definitive guide from AMMO delivers everything you need to know, helping you master recreating Zimmerit in scale, including the appropriate painting and weathering techniques to achieve truly stunning results.

Your complete Zimmerit resource

Renowned WWII military historians and modelers Daniele Guglielmi and Mario Pieri present a meticulously researched historical study, featuring documented photos that uncover Zimmerit's origins, evolution, and battlefield usage. Full-color reference images of armored vehicles showcase the patterns, textures, and thickness variations of real Zimmerit applications.

The second half of the book is packed with expert modeling techniques, offering step-by-step instructions on applying Zimmerit to your scale models, painting it with lifelike detail, and adding weathering and dirt effects for ultimate realism.

Essential Tools for Zimmerit Perfection

Take your Zimmerit modeling to the next level with AMMO’s specialized tools and materials, designed to help you achieve professional-quality results:

• A.MIG-2037 ArmorFx Zimmerit Paste – Create authentic Zimmerit textures with ease using our acrylic Zimmerit paste.

• A.MIG-8583 Zimmerit Applicator Tools – Apply ArmorFx Zimmerit Paste precisely for historically accurate finishes.

• PANZER KOTE Zimmerit Tools – Available in multiple scales (1:72, 1:48, 1:35, and 1:16) to match your project’s needs.

These must-have products will be available alongside the book, ensuring you have everything required to master Zimmerit modeling techniques and enhance your model-building experience.

Chapters of the book:

1. ZIMMERIT: HISTORY AND FACTS

2. REFERENCE PHOTOS OF REAL ZIMMERIT

3. HOW TO APPLY ZIMMERIT: ZIMMERIT TYPES, TOOLS AND APPLICATION METHODS

4. PAINTING ZIMMERIT IN SCALE

5. WEATHERING AND DIRT EFFECTS ON ZIMMERIT

6. GALLERY

Unlock the secrets of Zimmerit with this expert guide—the essential book for every modeler!