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Diamond/Rhomboidal Mesh for M1 Bustle Rack
LtSmash
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Illinois, United States
Joined: August 18, 2011
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Posted: Monday, February 13, 2012 - 03:00 PM UTC
I'm building the Cyber Hobby USMC M1A1 Heavy Armor. The kit does not include any mesh for the bustle rack. What AM mesh is appropriate for this? Is there a better option than AM mesh?

I see that Eduard has several flavors of diamond or rhomboidal (yes, that's a word) mesh, which they refer to as "gauze/rhomb mesh" but I cannot figure out the sizing. Any or alternative is truly appreciated.

Bob
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Posted: Monday, February 13, 2012 - 03:13 PM UTC
ABER used to have different grades of PE mesh. K&S may be worth looking into as well.
LtSmash
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Posted: Monday, February 13, 2012 - 03:36 PM UTC
Aber still does. K&S is supposed to but I can't find it any place. Still, I'm not sure what size to get. Any ideas?

Bob
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Posted: Monday, February 13, 2012 - 03:48 PM UTC
Voyager does a drop in mesh for the Abrams bustle rack that is cheap, usually around $5.

You can also use bridal veil toole fabric. It is a fine diamond-shaped or octagonal mesh. It works great and is really cheap. You can get it at a fabric store.
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