1:72 Me 262A Schwalbe

Me 262A Schwalbe masking set 1:72 (Eduard)

A die-cut self-adhesive masking set from the Czech manufacturer Eduard for a model of the German jet fighter Messerschmitt Me 262A Schwalbe in 1:72 scale. This is not a model but a set of pre-cut masks for precise painting of the framing of the glazed cockpit and the other details.

The real subject

The Messerschmitt Me 262 Schwalbe (Swallow) was a German jet fighter of the Second World War and the first jet fighter aircraft in the world to enter operational service in series. The Me 262A version served above all as a fighter against Allied bombers; thanks to its high speed it was a hard target to intercept in the closing stage of the war.

Use

• Separate the individual masks from the sheet and stick them precisely onto the glazing frames.
• Press the edges of the masks down firmly with a wooden stick or a toothpick so that no paint creeps underneath.
• Spray or brush the areas and carefully lift the masks off once the paint has dried.
• Make use of the masks for the wheel rims and the other small curved areas as well, where straight tape is hard to shape.

Who it is for

The set will be appreciated by modelers who build German jet aircraft of the Second World War in 1:72 scale and want sharp, cleanly separated glazing frames without the long job of masking by hand with tape. It suits beginners and experienced builders of display models alike.

This is a die-cut masking set, not a model. The kit, paints and glue are not included unless stated otherwise.