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About Bits
Bits — also called bitz — are the loose sprue parts left over from a Warhammer kit: heads, weapons, shoulder pads, accessories, vehicle accessories, and conversion parts. The bits market underpins the kitbasher economy, letting collectors build unique characters and themed armies without buying entire kits.
Buying advice for second-hand collectors
Bits are sold per piece, per sprue, or in bulk lots. UK and EU bits sellers ship internationally for low cost. Watch for OOP bits — Forge World character heads, classic metal weapons, and discontinued upgrade sprues command premium prices. Always confirm what's actually included (count parts, especially weapons).
Collecting & army-building advice
Every kitbasher needs a bits box — start by saving every leftover sprue piece from your own kits. Bits sellers are essential for character conversions: a different head, weapon and shoulder pad transforms a stock model into something unique. For 'counts-as' armies (Chapter, Sept, Craftworld), bits drive the visual identity.
Popular products
- Space Marine heads (helmeted and bare)
- Power weapons and special pistols
- Faction-specific shoulder pads (Chapter, Legion)
- Vehicle accessories (stowage, banners, antennas)
- Conversion brass etch (Forge World)
- Character bits (capes, robes, books, scrolls)
Frequently asked questions
- Where do bits come from?
- Most bits are leftover sprue from kits that other hobbyists have built — bits sellers buy or trade kits, build the main models, and resell the unused parts.
- Are bits legal in tournament play?
- Yes, as long as the model is built on the correct base, has the required wargear visible, and is clearly identifiable as the unit it represents.
- What's the best way to get rare OOP bits?
- Check dedicated bits stores (UK and EU), eBay saved searches for specific bit names, and Facebook bits trading groups. Forge World and metal bits are scarcest.