weathering is the hard part you can get a cheap airbrush kit from harbour frieght and compressed air at hobby lobby. Decals are easy just follow directions dont rush. use what they call decal set and it almost makes it look like they have been painted. Do it youself you will get alot more pride out of it when you tell you dad you did it all youself. Models are just like our tanks take your time and patience. Tamiya is a very good kit. I have always liked the brand new look compared to weathered but it is just a matter of prefrence