Build your own Buckeye Butterfly model from this amazing METAL EARTH kit. The parts are laser cut from ultra-thin flexible steel sheets. No gluing or soldering is required – just pop out the pieces and connect using tabs and holes.

Kit includes:

1 x 11cm square sheet with 8 pre-cut pieces
Full printed illustrated instructions

Approximate assembled size: 10.2 x 5.7 x 3.2 cm

Build difficulty: easy

Recommended ages: 14+

Recommended tools:

Metal Earth tool kit
Tweezers

Compatible accessories:

Solar spinner display stand
Display cube #1

Warning:

Not a toy
Contains sharp edges
Contains small parts

Model number: MMS124

Shipping

Several shipping options are displayed during checkout. Prices start at just $1.00, but note the following:

Regular letter: this is the cheapest option and is available if you're ordering 1 or 2 Metal Earth kits. This is sent using the standard Australia Post letter service which is cheap, but slower than parcels. No tracking is provided.

Priority letter: arrives one day faster than the regular service, but it's still sent as a letter with no tracking.

Other services: both regular and express parcel services are available and in these cases tracking is provided. Our preferred shipper is Fastway as they provide tracking and signature on delivery for an affordable price.

About the Buckeye

The Buckeye is found in southern Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, and Nova Scotia; all parts of the United States except the Northwest.. The bold pattern of eyespots and white bars on the upper wing surface is distinctive in much of its range. The eyespots likely serve to startle or distract predators, especially young birds.

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