• Product Name: Eduard EX1016 Gannet AS.1/ AS.4 AIRFIX 1/48
• Scale: 1/48
• Intended use: Painting mask intended for the Gannet AS.1/ AS.4 model by AIRFIX
• Product Category: Model accessories - painting masks
• Manufacturer: Eduard

The Eduard EX1016 mask is a specialized set of masks dedicated to the British carrier-based aircraft Fairey Gannet AS.1/AS.4 in 1/48 scale by AIRFIX. The product has been designed with modelers in mind who pay great attention to detail and strive for a perfect finish of their models.

The Fairey Gannet was an ASW aircraft intended for anti-submarine warfare and maritime reconnaissance. The main user of the Gannet was the British Royal Navy, which operated this type during the Cold War, primarily from 1953 to 1978. The aircraft were based, among others, on the carriers HMS Ark Royal and HMS Eagle, operating both in the North Sea and in overseas regions. The precision of painting the fuselage and glazing of these characteristic machines is a key element in replicating the model to scale.

The precisely cut Eduard EX1016 masks are made from a flexible, thin vinyl foil that adheres perfectly to the surface of the model. They include a complete set of elements for canopy masks, wheels, and other selected panels of the Gannet AS.1/AS.4 model, ensuring perfect, sharp paint edges and preventing paint seepage even when using an airbrush. The masks are practical for both beginners and advanced modelers; they speed up the finishing work and make it easier to achieve precise results, even with the most demanding schemes and paint jobs.

We recommend Eduard EX1016 to all aviation modeling enthusiasts who wish to achieve the highest level of realism. The product greatly simplifies model preparation for painting, allowing you to focus on details and final effects without risking damage to delicate surfaces by excessive use of masking tape or manual cutting mistakes.

Level of difficulty: 1/5 – even beginner modelers will have no trouble using the mask.