1:48 MiG-3 (Russian white 42, red 02, Za Rodina, Za Stalina) decal sheet 1

The real subject

The MiG-3 was a Soviet fighter from the beginning of the war with Germany. It was designed as a machine for combat at high altitude and did well there, but at the low levels where most of the fighting took place it lost agility and was demanding to fly. Even so it made up a substantial part of the fighter units in 1941, and the machines were often given the kind of slogans this sheet carries.

What the sheet contains

Markings for Soviet machines: the tactical number white 42 and the tactical number red 02, together with the slogans Za Rodinu and Za Stalina. It is sheet number 1 of this item. Before building, compare the dimensions, the number of options and the extent of the additional lettering with the instructions included in the package.

How to work with the decals

The result stands or falls on the preparation of the surface and on patience while settling the decal down. It pays to work one decal at a time and to let each one dry before you start on the next.

• Give the area under the decal a gloss coat; on a matte surface bubbles will form under the film.
• Cut the decal out close to the printing and soak it in lukewarm water.
• Let it rest on the paper for a while until it starts to slide freely, and only then move it onto the model.
• A decal softener will help the decal settle into the engraved lines and over the rivets.
• Once it is dry, give the whole surface a clear coat in the degree of sheen you want.

Terms of supply

The decal sheet is supplied on its own. The aircraft model, paints, clear coat and decal softener are not part of the delivery, unless stated otherwise.