I don't consider $37.95 for a 228-page book expensive. That's about the cost of one second hand armor kit (including postage). It's more than a fair price in my opinion.

I agree Bill. A good reference book on a single subject runs me $40-50 so I'm not seeing the issue on price. This book is sounding like a unique approach on the subject, and a compliment to some of the other publications out there already. I'm looking forward to seeing this one.

The price of this book is about £25 give or take, an Osprey book is is between £10 - £12.50. Just look at the number of pages alone and then tell me this book is pricey, I think it is a good price to enter the book market with and once out buyers should be happy if it is as good as it looks.

Looking forward to Vol.2 on Allied and USA AFVs, since my main interest has always been USA armor, followed by Allied armor. I know that this must sound like a strange tale, but I've never built a single piece of German or Axis armor as yet. Joel

Just an update on TankArt volume 1: Rinaldi Studio Press has found a new publisher which slightly delayed the release of this publication until the end of November. The good news is Mike has found a way to decrease the price of the book to 29.95 USD + shipping. I'm unsure if this is the final price or the pre-order price, either way the price reduction should reflect on both.

Thank you so much for passing that information along! Yes, $29.95USD is the final retail price. I am very happy to have this new production system in place to initiate the change from book 1 onwards. There has been so much effort spent on the business side of the company, it has really started to pay dividends and make us more competitive, while it has caused some initial release delays, we are super excited to offer the book at this price point now. Future volumes and new products are also planned to be even greater value! Best, Mike LINK

Hi guys, We are pleased to announce that we have set a shipping date for TANKART Vol. 1 WWII German Armor with the first books leaving our printer on January 18, 2013. The week of Jan. 21-24 will see the majority of prepaid orders sent out as the books go from the printer to our mailing house to your house. Please note that due to the shipping variables of reaching the many different locations around the world, shipping will take anywhere from 1-2 weeks to arrive. Those customers that requested signed copies will see an additional time of approx. 5-7 days added to this estimate. Looking ahead, Vol. 2 WWII Allied Armor is well past the halfway point of layout production and will be the first book created with our new schedule. We are working towards producing a new title approximately every 3 months. I will make the Vol. 2 pre-order announcement once the files go to the printer, to avoid the long delays between taking orders and delivery. You have our sincere apologies for the extended timeframe it took to produce Vol. 1, but with the systems in place we are eyes forward and intent on making 2013 a banner year for the TANKART series and RSP. A reminder that book is 208 pages long, 8.5" x 9.5" with over 500 large format photos, dual text format of how and why I use techniques and modeling ideas each step of the way on each model. There are 2 dedicated technique chapters on using Hairspray Technique for chipping, and my new Oil Paint Rendering technique, and 5 model chapters averaging 30 pages each covering a unique camo scheme, and finally a special figure modeling bonus chapter authored by none other than Marijn van Gils where he explains he amazing painting techniques, and his philosophies. Cover price is $29.95USD! We wish you a great start to your year and always, happy modeling! Best, Michael Rinaldi LINK LINK

This book looks great,I've just ordered one £19.99 in the UK

ordered mine saturday,looks to be a great value,looking forward.