Art Scale Kit Masks - 1:24, 1:32

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Art at scale canopy Masks

1:24 and 1:32 scale several subjects

 

Introduction

Art Scale Kit (also known as ASK) is a model hobby shop and now it is known in the modelling world all around for their decals, tools and 3D productions.

These are some of the new sets released at 1:24 and 1:32 scale, all in their typical clear plastic bag. Each mask is numbered and identified on the colour drawn supplied on the plastic frame that carries and protects the mask sheet.

The mask material is like Kabuki tape, with a similar handle, flexibility of other brands. 

1:24 scale

 

1:24 Spitfire MK. VIII double-sided (Airfix)

Code: 200-M24007

Price tag: 11,80€

This set provides exterior and interior masks for the three parts of the canopy. For the central section, the masks are partial (applied along the frames), and the interior should be filled with Maskol or suitable masking tape. Additionally, masks are provided for: mirrors, navigation lights, gunsight reflector, landing lights, and the tail wheel.

1:32 scale

1:32 F-86K Sabre Dog  double-sided (kitty Hawk)

Code: 200-M32106

Price tag: 10,30€

 

This set provides internal and external masks for the windscreen and canopy of the model. Masks are also included for the wheel rims and other transparent parts of the model.

1:32 F-86D Sabre Dog double-sided (kitty Hawk)

Code: 200-M32108

Price tag: 10,30€

This set provides internal and external masks for the windscreen and canopy of the model. Masks are also included for the wheel rims and other transparent parts of the model.

1:32 T-28 B/D Trojan double-sided ( Kitty Hawk)

Code: 200-M32114

Price tag: 10,30€

This set provides internal and external masks for the windscreen and canopy of the model. Masks are also included for the wheel rims.

 

1:32 F4U-1 Corsair “Birdcage” double-sided (Tamiya)

Code: 200-M32101

Price tag: 10,30€

This set provides individual masks for the interior and exterior of the windscreen and canopy, side windows, lower window, navigation lights, and gunsight for the Tamiya model.

conclusion

Nowadays, we have a wide range of options when it comes to painting masks—this is a fact. Some are easier to apply and handle than others.
Focusing my analysis on the presented sets, and having already used them, I can say that the masks are easy to use and handle. The material they are made from has elasticity, allowing for adjustments, sticking and unsticking without losing adhesion properties to plastic.
The double-sided options offer greater detail, as they allow for the painting of the interior frames, thus eliminating the typical shine of this type of plastic, making the model more realistic. The inclusion of masks for the remaining transparent parts and even for painting the wheel rims facilitates and speeds up the process.
I also note that double-sided masks always have a more “economical” alternative in the form of one-sided masks, available at a more competitive price.

VERY Highly recommended

 Our thanks to ASK – Art Scale Kit for the review samples.

Ricardo Veríssimo