Canuck Model Products

1/48 CF-188 Hornet - '100 Years Navy' Scheme decal sheet

Product # 036-48 for CAD$18.50

Product Article by Steve Bamford on Jan 26 2016

 

This new decal sheet from Canuck Model Products features a primary sheet with professionally screen printed decals, and a secondary sheet, with tail murals of HMCS Winnipeg and HMCS Bonaventure, CMYK printed on pre-coated white decal paper with a screen printed clear coat.

The screen printed decals in this set have a very thin clear coat and will settle down into the surface detail with a gentle touch from a Q-tip. If you wish to use a setting solution, a mild one such as Testors Decal Set is sufficient and recommended. Stronger solutions may effect the graphic. Always ensure decals are applied on top of a fully cured, high gloss finish. Apply a small amount of water to the location on the model where the graphic is to be applied. Slide the graphic from the backing paper on to the model rather than lifting the graphic off the paper with tweezers. Then use a soft brush to help position the decal once on the model. Allow the decal to dry over night before handling the model. Take your time.

The CMYK printed tail art are thicker decals and require a stronger setting solution to snuggle down into details.

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In 2010, Hornet 188738 was repainted to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Canada's Navy. Decorated with traditional RCN style roundels and bold tail murals, this aircraft was to be a sure crowd pleaser at that year. Sadly this aircraft was lost prior to the start of the summer air show season, the pilot ejecting safely while just a very short distance above the ground.

The RCAF is famous for their yearly airshow birds in their colourful schemes with artwork.  This particular CF-188 is a lo-viz scheme with fantastic 100th anniversary tail art for the RCN.  An interesting feature is the false canopy and engine intake warning triangles are done in dark blue instead of the usual black.  You also get  a full set of stencils to complete your model.  There is artwork provided as decals for the inner sides of the tails and the artwork on the outside of the tails is very detailed and looks fantastic. 

I really like the look of the artwork and the blue markings on this airshow CF-188 and I think it would be an excellent addition to your display case if you enjoy colourful markings.

These decals are proudly printed in Canada by Canuck Model Products.

Source artwork for this, and other schemes, reproduced with permission of the DND/CAF.

You can buy this decal sheet directly from Canuck Model Products.

This decal sheet is also available in 1/72 and 1/32. 

Steve Bamford

      

Photos and text © by Steve Bamford