1:48 MiG-21MF TFace

Eduard MiG-21MF TFace 1:48 masking set

A set of self-adhesive masking templates from the Czech maker Eduard for a model of the MiG-21MF in 1:48. It is not a kit or detail parts but an aid to painting. The designation TFace means that the sheet holds masks for both sides of the glazing, that is separately for the outer and separately for the inner side of the canopy. Thanks to that you can paint the cockpit frames from the inside too in the interior color, which is clearly visible with an open canopy.

The real subject

The MiG-21 was a single-engine supersonic fighter aircraft with a delta wing and a circular air intake in the nose, one of the most widespread jet fighters of all. The MF version was among the later and widely spread forms with a more powerful engine and a dorsal spine. It was used by a number of countries including Czechoslovakia, so a model of the MiG-21MF is among the classics in the Czech modeling scene as well.

Use and tips

• Degrease the glazing before masking and let it dry completely
• Stick the inner masks on first, spray the interior color, and only then mask and paint the outside
• Separate the masks with tweezers and press them down with a toothpick, so that they settle into the corners of the frames
• Apply the paint in thin layers, otherwise it will seep under the edge of the mask
• Peel the masks off soon after the paint has dried, pulling at a sharp angle

Who the set is for

For modelers of the MiG-21 in 1:48 who want cleanly painted frames from both sides, especially if they are planning a model with the canopy open.

The set holds masking templates only. The model, paints and glue are not included in the package.