Grumman F9F-2 Panther, Painting Masks Canopy Frame and Wheels Scale 1:48 (Recommended for kit: Trumpeter) Metallic Details MDM4804 - For Model Aircraft Kits

Metallic Details MDM4804 is a self-adhesive painting mask set for the Grumman F9F-2 Panther in 1/48, recommended for the Trumpeter kit. The set covers canopy frame and wheels, helping you keep glazing edges and tire/hub boundaries clean during painting.

The practical angle here is “two-zone masking”: canopy framing needs sharp, straight edges, while wheel masks help maintain even circles and consistent hub centers—useful when you want matching wheel finishes across both sides (kit-dependent).

The F9F-2 Panther is a straight-wing carrier-based jet fighter type. These masks are intended to streamline the paint stage and reduce touch-ups on clear parts and small round shapes.

For modelers: dry-fit the canopy and confirm the exact clear-part version in your kit before masking. Degrease clear parts and wheels lightly, then apply masks with minimal finger pressure and burnish only the edges. Paint in thin coats; for canopies, remove masks soon after the final coat is touch-dry to avoid bridging along frame lines.

• Subject: Grumman F9F-2 Panther
• Variant / Family: F9F Panther family (kit-dependent)
• Scale: 1/48 (also written as 1:48)
• Product type: Painting Masks
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for Trumpeter
• Manufacturer: Metallic Details
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Masking paper
• SKU: MDM4804

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FAQ

Do these masks cover both canopy framing and wheels?

Yes, the set is described for canopy frame and wheels. Check your kit’s specific wheel and canopy parts before painting to confirm the mask placement.

Should I mask the canopy on the model or off the model?

Either can work, but test-fit first. Many builders prefer masking the clear part off the model for easier handling, then attaching it once interior paint is complete.

How do I avoid paint bleeding under the mask edges?

Burnish only the edges and apply paint in thin coats. Let the first coat flash off before adding the next to reduce pooling at mask boundaries.