1:72 Messerschmitt Bf 109G-10

What the set is for

A set of masking templates in 1:72 scale intended for a model of the Messerschmitt Bf 109G-10 aircraft. The shapes are pre-cut, so the most unpleasant part of the work falls away: measuring out and cutting tiny pieces of tape directly on the model. Once applied, the masks cover the areas that are to stay free of paint, above all the canopy glazing with its framing.

The real subject

The Bf 109G-10 belongs to the late production versions of the most widespread German fighter of the Second World War. The G series was built in the greatest numbers, and the G-10 version is one of the last to reach production. The set of masks is tied to a particular kit, so before buying, check against the manufacturer's data which of the 1:72 kits on offer it fits exactly.

Usage tips

• wash and degrease the areas before applying; the mask then holds more reliably
• apply the masks before spraying, not after
• press the edges down carefully with a toothpick so that paint cannot run under them
• spray thin coats; a heavy coat will create a step at the edge
• lift the masks off with tweezers soon after the paint has dried, not weeks later

Who it is for

It will be appreciated by anyone who wants clean, straight canopy framing even in a small scale and does not want to retouch it laboriously with a brush. It is an accessory to a kit, not a model in its own right. Paints, glue and the kit are not supplied with it, unless stated otherwise.