1:72 F-106A Delta Dart ADVANCED kabuki masks

Masking masks for the F-106A Delta Dart 1:72 — the ADVANCED set

A set of precisely cut masking masks of Japanese kabuki tape from the Czech brand New Ware for a model of the Convair F-106A Delta Dart interceptor in 1:72 scale. The ADVANCED level offers extended masking beyond the basic set and is the golden middle way between a quick build and a fully detailed treatment.

About the real subject

The F-106A Delta Dart was the ultimate American interceptor with a pure delta wing, built for the air defense of North America. It stayed in service from the end of the 1950s to the 1980s and became famous for its elegant silhouette, a long pointed fuselage and a large triangular wing. It is precisely the smooth surfaces and the metal or light gray finishes of the real aircraft that come into their own only when the masking edges are genuinely sharp.

Use

• Lay the masks on with tweezers onto a degreased surface and press the edges down carefully.
• In 1:72 scale the masks are small, so work calmly and in good light.
• Spray thin coats so that the paint does not bleed under the edge.
• Once dry, pull the masks away at a sharp angle, holding small parts down with the tip of a knife.

Who it is for

For modelers who want to get the most out of a small model: the extended masking saves measuring out the small shapes on which it is easiest to go wrong in 1:72.

This is an accessory: the package holds masking masks only, and the model and paints are not included. Check the compatibility with your kit before you buy.