1:72 Dornier Do-18D-2/G-1 canopy airbrush mask

Dornier Do-18D-2/G-1 - a masking set 1:72 (MH Models)

This is a set of pre-shaped self-adhesive masks for the cockpit glazing of the Dornier Do 18 flying boat in 1:72 scale. It is neither a kit nor a part of the hull, but an accessory that makes precise spraying of the glazing frames easier and separates the clear area from the color of the fuselage. The masks are intended for the corresponding plastic models of the Dornier Do 18D-2/G-1 in that scale.

The real subject

The Dornier Do 18 was a German twin-engine flying boat of the 1930s, powered by a pair of diesel engines arranged in tandem (a pusher and a tractor propeller). It served with the Luftwaffe above all for maritime reconnaissance and for search and rescue flights over the sea. The D-2 and G-1 versions differed in armament and equipment.

Use and tips

• Clean grease and dust off the glazing and stick the masks on exactly along the frames.
• Press the edges down carefully so that paint does not creep under the film.
• Apply thin coats of paint, ideally with an airbrush, and take the mask off while the finish is freshly dry.
• The inner surfaces of the glazing can be sprayed with interior color beforehand.

Who the set is for

• Modelers who want crisp, straight cockpit frames without lengthy masking with tape.
• Builders of aircraft in 1:72 scale who value the time saved.
• Beginners and advanced modelers who want to avoid paint creeping onto clear parts.

A masking set is an accessory for a model. The model itself, paints and glue are not included in the package.