discussion Revell and swastikas

[Guest]

Hi everyone. Just wanted to know what most people do about swastikas on Revell models? After trawling the interweb last night it only came to light why I have crosses on my decals which is perfectly fair enough. Do people buy after market kits, not bother or paint over them?

Thanks, Mike

 

[stona]

Mike you can by sheets of swastikas in the different scales. They will have a selection of sizes and styles to suit your subject.

Some kits do contain swastikas but then,at least in theory,they can't be sold in Germany (and a few other territories).Some try and get around the law by printing them in two pieces on the decal sheet.

I just recently re-stocked with another 1/32 sheet from Hannants. It cost less than a tenner and will keep me going for a while.

Cheers

Steve

 

[Guest]

Stona, once again thanks for the advise. They are so small (yellow) - where the successful strikes are marked underneath the cockpit, that I might see if a cocktail stick will work with a flick of yellow, and get some ordered.

 

[stona]

Hi Mike,I was referring to the national markings on the vertical surfaces (usually fins) of Luftwaffe aircraft rather than the 'kill' or mission markings. Those you may have to paint. Sorry if I caused you any confusion,it must be last night's white wine!

Cheers

Steve

 

[Guest]

Not at all - I didnt know that that company existed and it's opened up my mind to creating aircraft in colour schemes and markings other than those "in the box", I have already started looking at post production kits such as alternative cockpits and weapons for stuff so this is cool. So your advise was useful anyway.

Cheers

Mike

 

[Ian M]

Don't forget to check the 'forum' shop at the top of the page. He has also started to stock decals.

The more we buy the more he'll stock.

Ian M

 

[Guest]

Yeah I did look there - I think like Steve said it is a paint job rather than decals!