Display Case 170x170x70mm

Display Case for a Model, 170 x 170 x 70 mm, from Master Tools

A clear protective cover with a base, meant for showing a finished model. The display case measures 170 x 170 x 70 mm; it is a smaller case with a fairly large footprint and a lower cover, so it suits a flat scene or a model of low height rather than a tall figure. It is not a kit or an accessory for a model, but equipment for the modeling bench and the display shelf.

Why cover a finished model

Dust is the most common reason why a built model looks worse a year later than on the day it was finished. It settles into engraved lines, into matte surfaces and between photo-etched parts, and removing it from a finished piece without damage is hours of work. A closed cover also protects fragile parts – antennas, mirrors, barrels or hung stores – from being caught by a sleeve during cleaning.

Use

• Showing a finished model at home and at a club show.
• Protection from dust, handling and accidental damage to fragile parts.
• The base can later be turned into a simple plinth with a label.
• Storing finished work, if it accumulates faster than shelf space.

Who the display case is for

For anyone who does not want to leave a model standing in the open on a shelf. Before buying, measure your finished model including any overhanging parts and add some margin – the stated dimension need not match the usable interior space. For larger models, reach for a roomier size from the same range.