Echelon Fine Details ALT352020 1/35 Australian Matildas Decals (Part 2)

Second installment of Australian Matildas covering a number guntanks and close support tanks of 1st Australian Tank Battalion which saw operating in New Guinea.

Differing Arms of Service (AOS) and unit markings in terms of size, pattern & style. As usual, you'll be seeing crocodiles facing both ways. Unique and colourful personalised artworks are just some of the highlights of this set. Not to mention another few versions of fording markings (italicised and non-italicised) that cannot be found on other Matilda sets. All faithfully capture down to each detail.

This set covers 10 marking options total with red fording lines enough for 2 builds. If modellers choose to mask and colour the red fording lines, there should be markings enough for all 10 tanks.

How to apply water-slide decals:
1. Preparation: to achieve better result, a gloss or semi-gloss coat is very important. It will make a smooth layer which the decals will suction to and make it much easier to apply and set them.
2. Cut out the decal you need (do it on cutting mat)
3. Grab the decal with tweezers, place it on the surface of the water and leave it for about 20 seconds.
4. Remove the decal from the water and place it on paper towel to remove any excess water.
5. Apply decal solution to the part where the decal is to be placed.
6. Slide the decal off the backing paper on to the model. Using a paint brush or cotton bud is a good way to do this without damaging the decal.
7. Use the brush, knife or cotton bud to position the decal. Using your paper towel, gently dab the decal and soak up the excess water (decal softner is also recommended at this stage. After applying softner, the decal will suction to the part and flatten out smooth.)
8. When the decal is completely dry, give another coat of varnish or Klear/Future to seal it.