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Avoid kits made in eastern Europe. They are poor quality, for the most part.
Very broad and VERY misleading generalisation...
Back on-topic. Yes, Tamiya WOULD be your best point of 'First Contact'. However, do ask for background on the model, all too many of them are OLD moulds which have been re-released. Others are old, but essentially still good.
Someone mentioned Trumpeter, my recommendation there, would be their KV series - excellent models and, IMO, good for a beginner.
Avoid (at least for the moment) DML, AFV Club, Bronco or Tristar. The quality of all of these manufacturers is superlative but can be VERY complex.
Italeri may well be another manufacturer to consider, many (too many) of their releases are old mouldings, but, in general, can be pretty rapid and simple builds.
Perhaps, it might be a good idea, to put aside thoughts of accuracy, for the moment , get a handful of 'basic' kits and use them to hone your construction and finishing skills, then, start going for the more complex.
A recent model I reviewed was the PZ II from Bronco, NOT a beginner's model, but one which would serve as a good 'interim' model towards the complex. After of course, you've got a few of the basics under your belt!
