1:35 Paint Masks Set WWII German Crosses And Numbers Stencils Early And Late

Masks for German crosses and numbers, 1:35 scale

A set of cut paint masks for German crosses and numbers on models of Second World War vehicles in 1:35 scale. It holds elements in the early as well as the late style, so one set covers machines from different years. The markings are sprayed on with paint, not applied as a decal.

Why sprayed markings

A sprayed cross has no carrier film, so no glossy outline and no silvering appear on the surface along the edge. That is useful above all on rough surfaces, where a decal holds badly and tends to break. The paint also ages in the same way as the surrounding finish, so the marking settles into the overall tone of the model and you can work over it with dirt deposits and chipped edges without any residue showing.

How to use the masks

• The masks go onto a dry base coat, always before the marking itself is sprayed.
• Degrease the surface first, otherwise the edge of the mask will lift.
• Spray the paint in thin coats perpendicular to the mask, so that it does not creep under the edge.
• Remove the mask shortly after the paint has dried, ideally by pulling across the edge of the element.
• Take any remaining adhesive off the surface with a soft cloth, not with thinner.

Who the set is for

For builders of German vehicles in 1:35 scale who want to spray their markings and do not want to depend on the decals from one particular kit. The scope of the sheet, that is the sizes of the crosses and the set of numbers, is given in the manufacturer's instructions. The package holds the masks only; the model, the paints and the glue are not included, unless stated otherwise.