Eduard EX1017 Gannet AS.1/AS.4 TFace Mask for Painting (AIRFIX 1/48)

The precise Eduard EX1017 painting mask has been specially developed for the Gannet AS.1/AS.4 model by AIRFIX in the popular 1/48 scale. Dedicated masks allow you to achieve a perfect result both when painting the glazed cockpit elements and other details requiring a precise color demarcation. This product is targeted at modelers who appreciate high quality and want to achieve professional, sharp paint edges on their aircraft models.

Model Information and Mask Application

• Scale: 1/48 (designed for the AIRFIX model)
• Fits: Fairey Gannet AS.1/AS.4 – British carrier-based aircraft
• Original country of use: United Kingdom
• Historical period: Cold War (1950s–1970s)
• Mask material: precisely cut ultra-thin vinyl stickers, adhering very well to the model’s surface
• Product category: modeling accessories – painting masks
• Application: facilitates masking and painting cockpits, canopies, and other model details, both externally and internally (TFace technology)

Why Choose Eduard EX1017?

Eduard EX1017 is a product I highly recommend for both beginner and experienced modelers who expect high precision and speed in their painting work. It eliminates the tedious task of cutting your own masks from tape, minimizes the risk of detail damage, and provides an ideal finish quality difficult to achieve by other methods. TFace technology allows you to mask both the interior and exterior of the glazing, resulting in outstanding realism of the final effect.

• Degree of difficulty: 1/5 (even a beginner modeler can easily apply the mask following the instructions)
• You benefit from: ready-made elements – each mask is precisely matched to the geometry of the specific Gannet AS.1/AS.4 model
• Satisfaction guarantee: reputable manufacturer Eduard ensures the highest finishing quality

The Eduard EX1017 painting mask is an essential tool in the arsenal of every Cold War British Naval Aviation enthusiast, seeking to capture the full realism and detail of the Fairey Gannet AS.1/AS.4 aircraft in 1/48 scale.