This decal sheet from
Leading Edge Models provides a
full set of markings in 1/32 scale for one on the most impressive Tiger Meet
planes.
There may be more colourful Tiger Meet aircraft.....but the sheer simplistic
design of this Tiger Meet CF-18 makes it one of my favourites.
This decal sheet is
also available in 1/48 and 1/72. There was more than one aircraft given a
paint scheme similar to this one and getting complete reference photos of this
paint scheme was the real challenge that Dave at Leading Edge Models had to over
come. This particular decal sheet features CF-18 # 764.
But let's have a
look at the decals. Decals for the Tiger Stripes are NOT included, but
this is hardly surprising considering the size of the 1/32 Hornet from
Academy. So you must use the well done paper templates to mask your big
Hornet for the process of painting the stripes. Templates are also
included for masking the fuel tanks and under wing pylons. The decals are very complete and
beautifully printed on 2 decal
sheets. Five very complete pages of B&W instructions and stripe
painting templates are included. I am seriously excited about the release
of these decals in 1/32.
The instructions
also include info on what brand of paint provides the most accurate shade of
grey that best matches the Canadian CF-18's. The printing quality
and colours and registration is all first rate and up to Leading Edge Models
top class quality. This is a very recommended decal sheet for anyone that
likes building Tiger Meet jets.
Special thanks to
Dave at Leading Edge Models for the review
samples.
Steve
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