1:48 Do 17 Z-1 F1+JK KG 76

Decals 1:48 Do 17 Z-1 F1+JK, KG 76 (OWL)

A decal sheet from the brand OWL in 1:48 scale intended for plastic models of the twin-engine bomber Dornier Do 17, in the Z-1 form. The markings correspond to the machine with the code F1+JK assigned to the bomber wing KG 76. It is an accessory to a kit, not the model itself; it replaces the decals enclosed with the box.

The real subject

The Dornier Do 17 was among the German twin-engine bombers of the end of the 1930s, and for its unusually slender fuselage it was called the flying pencil. The Z series differed from the older versions in an enlarged and glazed nose, into which a crew of four fitted, and in radial engines. The Z-1 form was the first production machine of this series; the later Z-2 derived from it. The characters before the cross make up the code of the unit, while the characters after it identify the particular aircraft and its flight.

Application tips

The basis of a successful decal is a glossy and entirely smooth finish; a matte surface will trap air under the film and a light frame will then border the character. Degrease the area before applying, soak the decal briefly in lukewarm water and let it slide off the backing; do not pull on the film itself. Apply the softener only once it has been roughly settled, and rather repeatedly in thin coats, so that the decal does not wrinkle. Finally unify the surface with clear varnish according to whether the model is to be matte, semi-matte or glossy.

Who the set is for

• modelers building the Do 17 Z in 1:48 scale
• anyone interested in one particular machine with its own code instead of a general scheme
• builders looking for an alternative to the decals from the box
• collectors of decal sheets to keep in reserve

This is a decal sheet, not a kit. The model, paints and glue are not included in the package.