1:144 Messerschmitt Me-262 Schwalbe

Peewit painting masks Me-262 Schwalbe 1:144

A set of self-adhesive masking templates from the Czech maker Peewit, intended for clean spraying of the frames of the glazed canopy of a Messerschmitt Me-262 Schwalbe model in 1:144 scale. The masks are shaped precisely to one particular kit, so they follow the lines of the glazing and save laborious cutting of tape.

What the masks are for

Masking the canopy frames gives crisp edges between the clear glazing and the color of the airframe. The material holds well on the curved surfaces of a miniature cockpit and can be removed after spraying without sticky residue. Suitable for spraying with an airbrush and for a hand-held brush alike.

Usage tips

• Degrease the glazing before sticking the mask on and let it dry.
• Lay the mask with tweezers and press it down with a soft tool, so that it settles into the engraved lines.
• Apply the paint in thin coats and you will prevent it from bleeding under the edge.
• Take the mask off while the paint is freshly dry.

Who the set is for

• Modelers building the small 1:144 scale, where masking by hand is difficult.
• Those who want crisp transitions on the glazing without cutting tape.
• Collectors of jet aircraft of the Second World War.

This is an accessory to a model, not a kit in itself. Paints and glue are not included in the package.