Battlestar Galactica 2003 Galactica Model Photoetch & Decal Set for Moebius

Battlestar Galactica 2003 Galactica Model Photoetch & Decal Set for Moebius.

With over 90 pieces, this photoetch set moves this already amazing kit to all new levels. Includes:

•Series correct raised lettering for the ship's nameplate & registry numbers.
•Decals for the nameplate to eliminate the need for delicate painting.
•Nameplates, registry numbers, and decals for the other 11 Battlestars (using names from the original 1970s program).
•Museum windows for the starboard flight deck.
•Replacement super-detailed main turrets. (With extras.)
•Easy-fold girders for the flight decks to add extra realism.
•BONUS: Three in-scale copies of Colonial One to fit in the flight deck let you decide how you'd like it displayed.

What is Photoetch?

Photoetched parts are thick metal foils with portions eaten away by acid. A light-sensitive emulsion is covered with photographic negative and any unexposed areas of the emulsion are washed away. These areas can be eaten away by the acid. By properly designing the artwork, extremely detailed parts can be made.

Typically photoetch is used for cockpit detailing and other fine detail that is generally to small for injection or resin molding.

It ia also ideal for use as a light block in small or tight areas of a model that will be lit such as a grid or other area that would be difficult to mask effectively.

Also great for raised lettering and detail.