The Bandai Entry Nipper is the brand's official starter cutter, aimed at builders picking up their first proper tool. The thin, pointed blades get into tight spots on the runner and handle the small gate sizes modern Gunpla kits ship with. It's a dedicated plastic model nipper, not a metal or resin cutter, so keep it in its lane and it'll last. Compared to premium brands, you get a simpler build and a firmer cut, which actually makes it forgiving for beginners still learning how much pressure to apply. Available in multiple colorways, the nipper itself is the same tool across the range, so pick the finish that matches your bench. If you're building your first HG or RG and want a hobby nipper that just works without costing as much as the kit itself, this is it.

MU We always recomend do a two-step cut. First snip the part off the runner leaving a small nub, then trim flush against the piece. This keeps stress marks off visible surfaces. Keep the blades clean and dry, and never use this model nipper on metal pins or photo-etched parts.