Eduard EX012 SBD 1/48 HASEGAWA – Painting Masks

Eduard EX012 is a high-quality set of precisely cut painting masks designed for the Douglas SBD Dauntless 1/48 scale plastic aircraft model, manufactured by Hasegawa. This product, created by the renowned Czech company Eduard, is dedicated to modelers who value perfect detailing and convenience when working on WWII aircraft models.

Historical Information

The SBD Dauntless was an American dive bomber that played a key role in naval battles during World War II, especially in the Pacific. Used mainly by the United States Navy (US Navy), it is famous for its participation in significant engagements such as the Battle of Midway in 1942—where it was the SBD Dauntless that delivered the decisive blow to the Japanese carrier fleet.

• Scale: 1:48
• Dedicated to: Hasegawa SBD Dauntless plastic model
• Operating country: USA
• Historical period: World War II
• Material: laser-cut masks made from thin vinyl foil
• Category: modeling accessories, painting masks
• Contents: masks for canopy glazing and wheels

Why Choose Eduard EX012?

Eduard masks greatly speed up and simplify the painting process of transparent cockpit elements and other surfaces requiring precision, ensuring sharp paint edges and protection against paint bleed. They are easy to use, leave no adhesive residue after removal, and perfectly match the shape of Hasegawa model parts.

This set is especially recommended for all modelers building the SBD Dauntless 1/48 scale model—both beginners and advanced—who want to achieve a realistic effect without unnecessary stress and the need to manually cut masking tape.

Difficulty level of use: 1/5. The product is intuitive to apply, even for novice modelers.

By choosing Eduard EX012 masks, you gain more time for details and the joy of painting, while also increasing the realism of the finished model. An excellent choice for any modeling project based on the Hasegawa SBD 1/48 kit!