1/72 Armstrong Whitworth A.W.38 Whitley (2 leaf) Decals

Type: water-slide decals

1. Armstrong Whitworth Whitley Mk.l K7219, 10:D of No. 10 Squadron in 1937 when based at Dishforth. Grenade surround to squadron badge on nose.

2. Armstrong Whitworth Whitley Mk.ll K7233, 51:P based at Linton-on-Ouse in 1938. It served with both Nos 51 and 9 Squadrons before being relegated to training duties.

3. Armstrong Whitworth Whitley Mk.V Z9226, ZA:K of No. 10 Squadron in 1941 painted black overall. It was lover Dusseldorf on 28 December 1941.

4. Armstrong Whitworth Whitley Mk.Vll Z6633, WL:G of No. 612 Squadron Coastal Command in 1942. This aircraft has a non-standard aerial array on the fuselage side.

5. Armstrong Whitworth Whitley Mk.V T4131, EY:W ,operated No. 78 Squadron, based at RAF Linton -on-Ouse, North Yorkshire, early 1941.

6. Armstrong Whitworth Whitley Mk.lll K8957, TQ:S of No. 102 Squadron based al Driffield during the Munich crisis in 1938. FN 17 turret shown in extended postion.

7. Armstrong Whitworth Whitley Mk.V Z9217, MH:F of No. 51 Squadron in Temperate Sea Scheme, Coastal Command 1942.

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.