Tau sniper drones part 1

Here is a look at the box...




















and the contents...
















I was a bit surprised by the clam-shell packaging. Maybe it has just been so long since I had bought some new GW merchandise, but I was expecting the styrofoam dividers. Oh well; clam-shells are certainly cleaner and probably less expensive. But I will miss the ability to make ruins from the packaging...

Here is a pic of something I didn't want to find:


















That is going to take some time to clean up, and it is right on some of the engraved detail of the shoulder pad.

(NOTE: That is not a rant against GW. When I start my historical projects, I will be just as quick to point out their flaws as well.)



Here is the rail rifle on the sniper drones:













Beautifully cast, as are the antennas and the drone controller...




































This will be a fun addition to my Tau force; hopefully I will get it assembled and painted before the end of the year!!


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