Camouflage & Decals #8, Warsaw Pact Vol II

Published on
September 1, 2022
Review Author(s)
Book Author(s)
Wydanie Pierwsze
ISBN
978-83-66673-79-3
Other Publication Information
Soft cover, 40 pages of color illustrations with brief unit identification, small decal sheet
MSRP
$27.95
Company: Kagero Publishing - Website: Visit Site
Provided by: Casemate Publishers - Website: Visit Site
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For the visually inspired, this is the perfect format. This volume is 40 pages of color renderings of six different Mig fighter versions, 15,17,19,21,23 and 29. Each type has one four-view layout to assist with camo patterns where applicable. The renderings are very well done with a slightly worn appearance to them. As the series title indicates, a small decal sheet is included with national markings for Polish, East German or Czechoslovakian Mig 15 or 17s in 1/72 or 1/48 scales. These have a very glossy appearance I’ve encountered with decals from Eastern European manufacturers before, so I tested them on a scrap part. You'll have to be very careful where you use these. Even with aggressive decal solvents, they didn’t want to settle into panel lines. They worked on a smooth surface and the film did not silver. For the money, I would have rather a decal sheet with a couple complete aircraft insignias including bort numbers. In conclusion, if you want some good color and camo references, there are some nice ones in this volume. However, if you are expecting some great decals, there are better options.

Thank you, Casemate Publishers, for the review sample and IPMS for the allowing me to share it with you.

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