This post is a review of the nanoblock Giant Panda build. Giant Panda is part of the nanoblock Mini Collection series. Wondering what else is part of the Mini Collection? Click here for a list.
Number: NBC_019
Number of Pieces: 150
Difficulty Rating: 2/5
I bought this kit used, knowing I would at least get the instructions. I ended up additionally getting all the bricks to complete the kit. Sadly, however, the white has become yellow with age. The discolored bricks may be visible in my photographs.
The build begins with a layer of block making the bottom of the Panda. Then, a couple layers of bricks are added. These layers are a bit fragile, so I built this section on my nanoblock pad.
The next step is to build the base of the head in a few layers of bricks. The bottom of the head is then added to the body section. The build is fairly stable at this point, so I could hold it to finish it.
The next several layers create the back of the panda. It is fairly straightforward to add each layer.
Next, all 4 legs are added. The instructions are a bit compressed, and everything is upside down, so getting the legs lined up is a bit tricky.
At this point, I put the panda on the included base and added the ears. I think the fact the ears are at an angle gives a bit of variety to a very static build.
Things I liked:
- I like how the ears are at an angle
Things I didn’t like:
- I don’t like how simple of a build this is. (I feel this way knowing more detailed pandas have been released since this original panda was released.)