Echelon Fine Details D356221 1/35 RCAC and RCD Gagetown Leopard Tanks (water-slide decals)

Type: water-slide decals

"A" Squadron, Royal Canadian Armoured School uses the Sabre-Tooth Tiger Skull. This Squadron is responsible for conducting tank tactical training in the Armoured Corps. The Sabre-Tooth marking can also be seen on the Squadron's LAV IIIs.

"C" Squadron, Royal Canadian Dragoons uses the stylized Armoured Fist within the "C" logo. This is a mixed bilingual (English and French) tank Squadron. The Squadron provides a direct fire support capability for 2 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group as well as training support for 5 Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group.

The set also provides the usual full-vehicle stencils and generic markings.

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 softener is also recommended at this stage. After applying softener, 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.