1:72 Vietnam Era F-4 Phantom C/D/E/G & RF-4 Camouflage Paint Masks Se

The real subject

The McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II is an American two-seat fighter and attack aircraft which became one of the symbols of the war in Vietnam. It served with the air force, the navy and the marines, and gradually a whole family of versions came about, among which belongs the reconnaissance RF-4 with a modified forward section of the fuselage. Over South East Asia the Phantoms carried multicolored camouflage, which followed the shape of the upper surfaces and passed on the sides into the light undersurface color.

What the masks solve

The set covers in the individual fields of the camouflage scheme, so you do not have to judge the boundaries between colors freehand or assemble them from cut tape. The shape of the fields is given by the scheme and comes out the same on both halves of the model, which with camouflage this intricate is the hardest part. The set allows for several versions of the Phantom, and because the layout of the areas may differ from version to version, especially on the nose, keep to the schedule in the instructions during the build.

Usage tips

• The masks are stuck onto the cured coat of the previous color, that is, always before spraying the next one.
• The surface must be clean and degreased, as otherwise paint will run under the edge.
• Press the edge of the mask down along its whole length; on rounded areas lead it part by part and do not stretch it.
• Spray at right angles to the edge and in thin layers; a spray from the side drives paint under the mask.
• Take the mask off as soon as the paint has flashed off, with a pull at an angle back across the surface.

Terms of supply

The masks are supplied on their own. The model, paints and varnish are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise. The masks are cut according to the shapes of one particular kit, so verify the compatibility and the order of shades in the data and in the manufacturer's instructions.