I wasn't sure where to post this but here we go. I was wondering what ya'll are using for Decals. I would like to put the ship number and name on the hull. I am having a hard time finding any 1/144 scale decals. So I started looking for US Navy Font so I can print my own. I also struck out here. Now I am asking you guys to see what you use. Thanks in advance for the info. Jeremy Brown Perry, MI USS Des Moines (under construction)
Most of us don't. Keep in mind that some of the decal material I have come across over the years can render that section of the hull impenetrable per some of the drop tests. If we want numbers, the best way I have seen is to paint it on with a paint mask.
You can get decal paper that can be printed on with an ink jet. I've never used it myself, for reasons Greg notes, plus just not that interested. 1 problem, as I understand it, is that the decal is clear & there's no way for an inkjet (or most any other printer, for that matter) to print white. If you're interested, though, Google on "decal paper" or take a look in some of the scale model ship forums scattered around. JM
