Raikisan RAF Roundels Paint Mask Set A1. 1:32

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RAF Roundels Paint Mask Set A1
1:32 Raikisan!

When the painting is finished and the decals are going on ok, but you really can’t that painted on look you are striving for, the only way forward is to actually paint them on. A new company, new to me at least has begun producing masks for just such a product. The set reviewed here is the RAF roundel Type A1 and provides a selection of roundels in different sizes. Cut out of a green kabuki type tape the there are the following types included:-

• 35” x 12
• 49” x 8
• 56 x 6

The instructions are simple and straight forward.

• 1. Place the pre-cut square mask that surrounds each roundel into the desired position. Spray a light coat of white, although this can be preceded by a light coat of grey primer. Leave to dry
• 2. Place all the ring masks into position ensuring they are aligned correctly.
• 3. Remove the outer ring and spray the yellow and leave to dry.
• 4. Replace outer ring and remove next ring in. Spray the blue and leave to dry.
• 5. Replace the blue ring and remove the middle disc. Spray the red colour and leave to dry.
• 6. Carefully remove all the masks and the completed roundel will be revealed.

Conclusion
Although they take a little time and require some care in getting aligned you just can’t beat the look of painted on markings, and this set will be very useful for the modeller who wants it just right. Raikisan already have a good selection of roundel masks suitable for all eras available on their website. Very highly recommended.

Review sample courtesy of

[depressed lemur]

Looks very interesting, I might have to give these a go some time.