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1:32 5-Colour Lozenge Decal Comparison

by James Fahey
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D.B. Decals
Doug Baumann is the talented modeller behind D.B Decals. About 18 months ago he set out to produce a range of more accurate lozenge decals by tapping in to the opinions of a number of experts at the forum at theaerodrome.com. Doug went through an iterative process, posting digital images, receiving feedback and refining the colours until finally achieving a consensus. Initially he made the digital images available for modellers to download for free and print at home. He is also now selling decal sheets he has printed himself for modellers who don’t find it convenient to do themselves.

The decals are inkjet printed on a white decal sheet and must be clear-coated before use to prevent the ink from running. They are produced as bolt-width lengths which must be cut to shape.

To my eye the colours are not completely solid or uniform but have a ‘fabric appearance’ which, although probably not in scale, provides a desirable effect.

Instructions with the decals are minimal and there is no guidance on historical application, the assumption being perhaps that this is readily available elsewhere.

Price: US$15 for two 8.5x11 sheets (top and bottom designs) or $10 for a single sheet. Includes free postage worldwide.

Ordering & Payment: Available directly from Doug by email to [email protected]. Payment by Paypal.

About the Author

About James Fahey (Jamo_kiwi)
FROM: WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND

I started modelling Airfix kits in the late '60s, eventually building most of the range and hanging them from the ceiling of my bedroom. In my teens I did a bit of wargaming, first WWII then Ancients using 28mm white metal figures. My first foray into WWI modelling was also for wargaming and I built...


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thegirl
Awesome review James ! This will aid so many modellers on what is out there for 32 scale lozenge and they have the option to choose which is best suited for them !
JUL 16, 2011 - 02:58 AM
warreni
I have used the WNW numerous times now and they go on beautifully and suck down to a painted surface very well. But I still like to use Mr Mark Softer or similar to get them really tight. You may find the the slightly pebbly texture of the WNW kits may give you the fabric effect you want, but don't forget you are looking at a 1/32 aircraft and any fabric viewed from scale distances would show no sign of fabric effect IMHO. Great review James. May give the Pheon ones a try as well. I used their decals with my disaster struck SPAD VII and they went on well but did have a slight tendency to tear when pulled which WNW ones just shrug off. Just need to be a bit more careful is all.
JUL 17, 2011 - 07:52 PM
JPTRR
Hi James, Excellent comparison. I appreciate how you back up your results with samples.
JUL 21, 2011 - 03:58 AM
OEFFAG_153
This is one very useful review James – Thank You again for posting your findings here! Mikael
JUL 21, 2011 - 06:32 AM
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