1/100 Template for Applying Riveting (Type 7) Photo-Etched Detailing Kit (Microdesign MD100212)

What Is It?

Elevate the look and realism of your scale model aircraft, tanks, or armored vehicles with this Photo-Etched Template for Riveting (Type 7), specifically designed for 1/100 scale. By using these brass templates, you can replicate uniform seams and rivets on your models, mirroring the structural details commonly found on real-life military hardware. Applying these crisp, accurate rivet patterns adds a level of authenticity that instantly grabs attention. Transform your kit from an ordinary build into a near-authentic masterpiece, where every panel and join exudes mechanical realism inspired by genuine engineering designs. Constructed from 0.17 mm brass, this set includes three pieces optimized to guide your scribing or rivet tool for producing clean, consistent rivet lines. The Type 7 pattern accommodates various line orientations or slight curves, ensuring comprehensive coverage for different vehicle or aircraft surfaces. Integrating these high-quality etched brass parts lets you replicate the subtle but crucial rivet detail found on real combat vehicles and aircraft—bringing your model to life for all to admire.

Who Is It Intended For?

This photo-etch riveting template kit is ideal for:

• Beginner to intermediate modelers aiming for a straightforward but impressive rivet enhancement
• Diorama builders desiring highly realistic panel lines on armor or aircraft scenes
• Collectors seeking a show-stopping surface finish that amplifies scale detail
• Advanced scratch builders emphasizing mechanical authenticity in custom or kit-bash projects

Benefits

1. Precise Rivet Patterns: Allows for accurate seams and rivet placements, matching historic or modern vehicles
2. Robust Brass Material: 0.17 mm brass ensuring durability for repeated applications
3. Three Adaptive Pieces: Multiple template segments for different surface contours or angles
4. Medium Difficulty: A practical choice for hobbyists seeking professional-level surface detail without overly complex tooling

Product Details

Kit Composition

• Three photo-etch brass templates enabling detailed rivet line customization

Applications

Perfect for updating:

• Wing surfaces of aircraft needing subtle rivet lines
• Tank or APC hulls seeking robust mechanical detail
• Mecha or sci-fi builds requiring panel seams for an industrial aesthetic

Historical Background

The technique of riveting in full-size vehicles became prevalent in early 20th-century shipbuilding, aircraft manufacture, and heavy armor production. During WWII, riveted armor was common, though it gradually gave way to welded construction. For aircraft, rivets remained a staple well into the late 20th century, particularly in aluminum airframe designs. Scale modeling replicated this, but the intricacy of perfect rivet lines often challenged kit producers. Photo-etched templates emerged as a solution for modelers desiring authenticity—particularly for iconic vehicles like the T-34 or P-51 Mustang, known for distinctive riveted shells. Today, advanced adhesives and flush riveting have changed real-world production, but the allure of historically riveted designs remains a compelling detail in modeling. By incorporating this photo-etched Template for applying riveting (Type 7) into your projects, you embrace that legacy of mechanical engineering, ensuring your finished build highlights the era’s defining construction techniques.

How to Use

Follow these steps for precise rivet detailing:

1. Secure the brass template onto your model using tape or clips, aligning your chosen rivet pattern or pitch.
2. Use a fine rivet tool or pin to delicately poke or press indentations through the template’s openings.
3. Reposition the template as needed for adjacent or extended rivet lines, ensuring consistent spacing.
4. Prime & paint the model, letting the newly formed rivets integrate seamlessly into the final finish.

Why Choose Imodeller's MD100212? ?

• Flexible Rivet Layouts: Multiple template sections for linear, angled, or partial rivet lines
• Durable Brass Build: 0.17 mm thickness ensuring repeated usage with minimal wear
• Adaptable Scale Usage: Tailored for 1/100 but practical in various modeling scales
• Medium Complexity: A manageable improvement for hobbyists wanting their surfaces to shine with mechanical detail

Upgrade Your Models with Genuine Rivet Patterns—Showcase Engineering Mastery!

Elevate your tanks, aircraft, armored vehicles builds by employing these high-quality brass templates. Order now and capture the mechanical finesse that separates casual builds from truly inspired craftsmanship!

Shipping Information

Item Location: USA

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