With tariffs about to hit and no pre-orders from Warhammer, here are some great products to order instead and level up your hobby game!
Updated on May 4th, 2025, by Rob Baer with new information and links to relevant content.
No Warhammer pre-orders this week? Perfect time to give your hobby toolbox a boost instead. With tariffs looming and prices only heading in one direction—up—this is the week to snag the gear you’ve been putting off.
From clippers that cut like magic to lighting that saves your eyes, there are some serious upgrades out there right now. If you’re tired of F5-refreshing for a sold-out battleforce, this list has what you can actually get—and use—right now.
What to Order This Week Instead of Warhammer
You might not be adding a new army box to the pile, but you can grab tools and upgrades that’ll actually make your hobby life easier. Here are ten hobby must-haves worth throwing in your cart this week.
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Wet Palette– The Army Painter
First off, this thing is built for people on the move. Heading to a paint night? Packing up for a weekend of dice, glue, and caffeine? Toss it in your bag and go. No need to play Tetris trying to make room. It slides in without fuss, and—bonus!—it’s got a cozy little spot for your brushes too.
That’s right, no more fishing them out from the bottom of your backpack like a gremlin hunting for snacks.
Now, let’s get real. A year ago, we gave this wet palette a solid thumbs up. It was easy to use, didn’t cost a fortune, and managed to combine all the basics into one sleek little setup. But the real kicker? Rob’s been using his for over four years (don’t let the video title mislead you). Yep, four plus. And he’s still happily dabbing paint on it like it’s day one.
And if you’re short on table space (or suitcase space, or life space), this thing is slim enough to stash everything, minus your paints, in one tidy case. It’s like the Swiss Army knife of paint gear, minus the tiny scissors.
Godhand Clippers
These things cut like a hot knife through butter. If your sprue-cutters feel more like plastic crackers, it’s time for an upgrade. Godhand Clippers are razor-sharp, precise, and surprisingly affordable right now.
Say goodbye to stress marks and hello to smooth cuts that barely need cleanup.
Monument Hobbies EVO GoBag
Portable hobby station? Yes, please. The EVO GoBag fits your paints, brushes, tools, lights—pretty much your whole workstation. It’s great for travel or just making your dining table look less like a hobby explosion between meals. Solid build, smart design, and actually fits what it says it does.
If you’re on the fence, check out Rob’s review here!
Tamiya Extra-Thin Cement (Quick-Setting)
If you haven’t tried Tamiya Extra-Thin Cement, you’re missing out. This stuff seeps right into joints and sets fast—perfect for push-fit models, spindly bits, or reposing plastic without the dreaded finger glue prints. One bottle lasts a while, but you’ll wonder how you built models without it.
Winsor & Newton Brush Cleaner
Got crusty brushes? This cleaner handles dried paint like it owes it money. It’s industrial-strength stuff, so don’t use it on plastic—it will melt it. But if your Kolinskys are looking more like old broom bristles, Winsor & Newton Cleaner can bring them back to life. Here’s a quick tutorial on how to use this!
Wowstick Motorized Pin Vise Drill
Drilling barrels? Magnetizing arms? The Wowstick turns those boring chores into smooth operations. It’s fast, precise, and way easier on your wrists than a manual pin vise. Also kind of fun to use, if we’re being honest.
Harder & Steenbeck Ultra Airbrush 2024
Starting airbrushing and don’t want to drop a paycheck on gear? The H&S Ultra 2024 is a fantastic entry-level airbrush that performs way above its price tag. Clean lines, easy maintenance, and it doesn’t fight you every time you want to paint a squad. See all the best airbrushes for miniatures here!
Cool Hobby Products: Master’s Black Spray Booth
If you’re still priming models over a cardboard box in your garage, it’s time for an upgrade. The Masters Black Spray Booth is a game-changer—affordable, compact, and it pulls fumes away so your lungs don’t take a hit every time you pick up a rattle can.
It’s an updated version of their previous model, and if you’re doing any kind of airbrushing or spray work indoors, you’ll wonder why you waited.
Game Envy LUCENT Art Hobby Product Light
Lighting makes a massive difference, especially when you’re squinting at tiny details at 1 a.m. The LUCENT Hobby Light has a clean, bright beam that doesn’t wash out colors.
Plus, Spikey Bits readers get 10% off with code SPIKEY. Way better than that old desk lamp you’ve been using since college.
Collapsible Tournament Push Cart
Rolling up to an event with minis, rulebooks, terrain, snacks, and drinks? This Collapsible Push Cart makes you look like a pro. Load it up, wheel it in, fold it down under the table. Saves your back and saves time between rounds. It’s that one accessory you didn’t know you needed.
Skip the Refresh Race, Gear Up Instead
No Warhammer pre-orders this week? Good. Take a breather and treat yourself to gear that’ll actually make hobby time smoother, cleaner, and more fun. Prices probably aren’t getting better any time soon, and let’s be real—we were all going to buy something anyway. Might as well make it something that lasts.
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Will you be picking any of these hobby products while there are no new GW pre-orders?
