FineScale Modeler Skill Building: How to cut plastic sheet for scale models

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In this scale model skill building video, Kenneth Childres shows you how to cut plastic (styrene) sheet for scale models. His technique leaves you with a straight, smooth line every time, and will help you build better scale models.
0:12 Let's talk about why we're cutting plastic sheet
0:52 Raised ridge along the edge of the cut is bad
1:07 You'll need a pencil, metal ruler, and sharp knife
1:37 Making the cut
1:56 The magic moment: Use a sanding stick!
2:28 How to cut a narrow strip cleanly with a hand seamer
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very cool video thank you

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Excellent content. Bang on to the point 👍 Thanks for the great tips and why!!!

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Useful information 👍 👍

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Awesome!

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[@dennisbisconti4583]

You can also use a panel scriber as well I use them a lot have an assortment of them great tips love the channel

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Great tip!

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Thx!

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