Review of nanoblock X’mas Tree NBC_043

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X'mas Tree build and package

This post is a review of the nanoblock X’mas Tree build. X’mas Tree is part of the nanoblock Mini Collection series. Wondering what else is part of the Mini Collection? Click here for a list.

Number: NBC_043 

Number of Pieces: 120

Difficulty Rating: 1

X'mas Tree build front view

This tree is unique because it is composed of all clear blocks. Most of the other builds are built from opaque bricks.

The build begins with building the trunk of the tree. There is a bit of detailing in the trunk.

X'mas Tree build side view

The next step is to build the main section of the tree. Creating the base is difficult because the instructions aren’t very clear. I had a very hard time figuring out where each brick went. Normally, there are arrows saying where the studs are lined up, but the instructions don’t have the arrows to show between layers.

After finally getting the base layers built, it is time to build the height of the tree. The body of the tree goes up in straightforward layers that get smaller as you get to the top of the tree. Scattered throughout the layers are little lights made with round bricks.

X'mas Tree. build back view

The final step is to build the star. The star is very straightforward.

All three sections are connected together to build a tree.

X'mas Tree build front 3/4 view

Things I liked:

  • I really like how the totally clear tree looks

Things I didn’t like:

  • The instructions for the base layer of the tree are very unclear