1/72 Rockwell OV-10A Bronco

1/72 CT-155 Hawk

1/24 FW-190 stencilling

reviewed by Alessandro Patroncino

Thanks to Mike Grant who kindly support us with this review sample

Review copyright © 2000 by Alessandro Patroncino

The Decals

Mike Grant Decals are all produced on an ALPS printer from artwork which Mike generates himself. They’re printed one sheet at a time, to order. The ALPS system uses heat applied light-proof inks. The decals come with a painting/positioning guide and instructions for use. A complete how to do it guide in contained in each set of decals. What impressed me is the precision of the badge and how decals are sharp and well drawn (wonderful the stenciling set 1/24 scale made for the FW190). The envelope is strong enough to allow a good preservation of the decals that are really resistant to the sunlight (I leave them one day outside the balcony exposed to the sun without yellowing in the white portions ). The transparent film is all over the sheet so you have to cut them with precision if you don't want the film around the decal, but it's not a problem because I noticed no silvering problems.

I used the Gunze solution to make the decal adhere well to the model, and there was no problem: the resistance was really good. The only thing where to make attention is that they are more subject to scraping, so I prefer to use a wooden toothpick or a hand brush hard enough.  The price is really honest and they are a good choice to make some particular subject. The postal envelope was made with a cardboard protecting decals and was fast (23rd of march dropped in the mail box in Canada, 30th of march arrived safely in Italy in my home) : excellent service.

Conclusion

A perfect split center by Mike Grant, these decals are highly recommended, so don't hesitate! Make some room in your crowded shelf!!!