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http://www.tesco.com/direct/bostik-super-glue-5ml-bottle/376-4010.prd?skuId=376-4010&pageLevel=

I accidentally lost my GW glue and I can't be bothered to wait for a delivery since there're no GW shops near me. Thanks

You don't want superglue for plastic models. You want to use a glue designed for use on plastic models.

What about this? http://www.tesco.com/direct/bostik-hard-plastics-transparent-glue-20ml/215-4405.prd?skuId=215-4405&pageLevel=sku&_requestid=237052#

It says it's used for models so I assume it's suitable for Warhammer.

There's nothing inherently wrong with using superglue on plastic models. Yes, fusing the pieces together with solvent is stronger (and can potentially eliminate gaps by forcing liquid plastic into voids), but CA is good enough, in most cases. In some, it's even preferable, since it means not having to cut or saw the pieces apart if you decide to make changes later on. It will also bond damn near anything, so if you only have one glue, it's the one to have.

Can't comment on that particular brand, Jonagorn, having never used it, but I imagine it'll do the trick. Some folks swear by particular brands or only use gap-filling/gel types, but I have yet to find a CA glue that didn't work, barring user error.

[edit:] Not sure about that second glue you linked. GW plastic models are made of polystyrene, a relatively soft plastic, not PVC or acrylic. So many hobby/generic companies put out styrene cements/model glues, I think you can find something you know will work without much trouble.

Jonagorn wrote:http://www.tesco.com/direct/bostik-super-glue-5ml-bottle/376-4010.prd?skuId=376-4010&pageLevel=

I accidentally lost my GW glue and I can't be bothered to wait for a delivery since there're no GW shops near me. Thanks

You "accidentally" lost the GW glue ... That's a good thing. I've yet to hear a good thing said about it.

I prefer a plastic glue for plastics, and only use superglues on resin kits and small metal parts (larger metals get epoxied).
I understand that a lot of younger folks don't like the permanence of plastic glue on their figures in case they want to change them later. They are wargaming miniatures, NOT 28mm gi-joe figures with alternate wardrobe setups. Permanence is a good thing. After all, that marine with a boltgun was a marine with a boltgun back in 1987, and still is, 25 years later. Some thing don't change in this game, and if it's marines, that's a given.

I honestly prefer superglue...

I use my CA for everything, including basing. Cover the entire base in CA, then pour rocks on it... then drip MORE CA on it, and dunk it in sand. Boom, instant rubble terrain.

Horst wrote:I honestly prefer superglue...

I use my CA for everything, including basing. Cover the entire base in CA, then pour rocks on it... then drip MORE CA on it, and dunk it in sand. Boom, instant rubble terrain.

So you're saying that the glue in my OP is fine for both the plastic/resin and metal models?

Jonagorn wrote:

Horst wrote:I honestly prefer superglue...

I use my CA for everything, including basing. Cover the entire base in CA, then pour rocks on it... then drip MORE CA on it, and dunk it in sand. Boom, instant rubble terrain.

So you're saying that the glue in my OP is fine for both the plastic/resin and metal models?

Should be. I personally use Zap a gap CA, which I think is probably very similar.

Best part about it, is if I decide I want to modify my army, I can just rip it apart, cut off the glue with an exacto, and rebuild it! Its definitely strong enough to prevent models from accidentally falling apart. Only thing is, you may want to pin models to bases (use a pin vice, drill a hole in the base and foot, and put a small metal rod between them when you glue it) to hold them down.

I use the Bosik or Locktight, both do the job well and as super glues go you can't go wrong with them. Just stay away from the really cheap stuff from the 99p store or Coopers (or and brand that comes in ten tubes for a pound).
Bostik will stick almost any thing including your flesh