1/100 Template for imitation of rust, type 1 Photo-etched detailing kit
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Made specifically to enhance the scale model: Dioramas
Scale: 1/100
1/100 Template for Imitation of Rust, Type 1 Photo-Etched Detailing Kit (Microdesign MD100314)
What Is It?
Enhance the realism of your diorama or scale model with this photo-etched “Template for Imitation of Rust, Type 1”. This specialty kit enables you to create authentic rust stains on tanks, aircraft, ships, buildings, and more, replicating real-life scenarios where paint chips away and metal corrodes over time. Transform your project from a pristine model to a weathered masterpiece that tells a compelling story of environmental exposure and age. Crafted from 0.15 mm brass, this single photo-etched sheet features a variety of rust pattern stencils. By integrating these shapes into your painting and weathering process, you add new depth to your model, captivating viewers with subtle but powerful signs of natural wear and tear. This kit ensures authenticity and precision. The components are lightweight yet sturdy, allowing for easy handling during assembly. By using this kit, you can transform your Diorama model into a Masterpiece with museum-quality detail. The brass material provides durability while maintaining a fine, realistic appearance, making it an essential addition for any model enthusiast.
Who Is It Intended For?
This template set is perfect for:
- Beginner modelers seeking an easy and effective way to create rust effects
- Diorama enthusiasts wanting believable corrosion on metal surfaces in urban or battlefield scenes
- Collectors requiring a show-stopping display with weathered detail
- Historic re-creators depicting natural decay in military or civilian vehicles
Benefits
- Enhanced Realism: Produces rust shapes and textures that mimic real metal degradation
- Durable Material: Brass 0.15 mm ensures crisp edges and reusability
- Versatile Application: One photo-etched sheet with multiple rust stencils for layering different effects
- Beginner-Friendly: A straightforward method to add weathering for modelers of all skill levels
Product Details
| Manufacturer | Microdesign |
|---|---|
| Product Code | MD100314 |
| Compatibility | All Scales & Dioramas |
| Scale | 1/100 |
| Material | Brass 0.15 mm |
| Number of Pieces | 1 Photo-Etched Sheet |
| Difficulty Level | Beginner |
Kit Composition
- One photo-etched brass sheet providing multiple rust pattern stencils
- Type 1 rust shapes ideal for subtle or large-scale corrosion patches
- Numerous cutouts for layering paint to create realistic discoloration
Applications
Perfect for adding rust effects to:
- Military vehicles showing wear from tough battlefield conditions
- Aircraft exteriors where paint chips and metal corrosion occur
- Ships or submarines exposed to saltwater and harsh marine environments
- Abandoned civilian vehicles or structures in an urban or rural diorama
Historical Background
Over time, the drive for hyper-realism in scale modeling led enthusiasts to explore various weathering techniques. Rust, being a hallmark of metal’s slow decay, became a favorite focus—be it on WWII-era tanks left in damp forests, WWI fighter planes stationed in less-than-ideal hangars, or modern-day vehicles facing the elements. This desire to capture the true essence of aging, combined with new technology and advanced painting methods, sparked the creation of specialized stencils like this one. By incorporating this Template for Imitation of Rust, Type 1, you join the ranks of modelers who realize that rust isn’t just damage—it's a story of time, conflict, and environmental exposure woven into every rivet and panel.
How to Use
Follow these steps to add convincing rust stains:
- Lay the brass template against the surface where rust is to appear.
- Use an airbrush or fine brush to apply rust-toned paints or pigments through the stencil openings.
- Experiment with different color layers to achieve depth (light rust, dark rust, chipped paint edges, etc.).
- Carefully remove the template to expose crisp rust outlines.
- Study reference images for realistic rust color transitions and patterns.
Why Choose Imodeller's MD100314? ?
- Authentic Weathering: Delivers rust shapes that reflect natural oxidation patterns across historical and modern builds
- Premium Craftsmanship: Engineered from 0.15 mm brass to ensure precise, reusable stencils
- Flexible Usage: Single photo-etched sheet with Type 1 rust stencils for layering multiple effects
- Beginner Level: Simple stenciling approach offering impressive weathering results
Infuse Your Model with Realistic Rust Now!
Enrich your diorama’s story using this “Template for Imitation of Rust, Type 1.” Order now and bring forth the art of weathering in your next masterpiece!
Shipping Information
Item Location: USA
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