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I-153 Chaika Paint Mask
for ICM Kit

Eduard, 1/48 scale


S u m m a r y :

Catalogue Number:

Eduard Mask Item No. EX497 – I-153 Chaika Paint Mask for ICM Kit

Scale:

1/48

Contents & Media:

Nine pre-cut Kabuki tape masks.

Prices:

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Review Type:

First Look.

Advantages:

Time saving and ease of use.

Disadvantages:

None noted.

Conclusions:

Eduard’s pre-cut masks are generally useful aids, and the utility and quality of the one reviewed here is not in doubt. Some may feel it is a luxury only the wealthy or tape-challenged amongst us will feel is a justifiable expense. This is true to some extent, but if it helps those who would struggle to achieve a nice crisp paint demarcation then it will be money well spent,    

I happily recommend the masks to those for whom the cost benefit makes sense.


Reviewed by Mark Davies


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FirstLook

 

The mask comes packed in a re-sealable cellophane bag with card stiffener and folded instructions, and cater for the ICM kit’s windscreen and wheels.

 

 

The quality of the pre-cut Kabuki tape mask is excellent. However, some may feel the I-153 windscreen and wheels are quite simple to mask using traditional methods, and that the mask’s cost makes it a bit of a luxury. This is true, but there are those who genuinely struggle with or hate masking canopies in particular; and for these folk the simplicity and crisp result the masks offer more than justifies the expense.

 

 

Conclusion

 

Eduard’s pre-cut masks are generally useful aids, and the utility and quality of the one reviewed here is not in doubt. Some may feel it is a luxury only the wealthy or tape-challenged amongst us will feel is a justifiable expense. This is true to some extent, but if it helps those who would struggle to achieve a nice crisp paint demarcation then it will be money well spent. 

I happily recommend the masks to those for whom the cost benefit makes sense.

Thanks to Eduard for the samples and images.

Review Text & Images Copyright © 2016 by Mark Davies
Page Created 14 September, 2016
Last updated 16 September, 2016

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