Oracover ORATEX Pinked Edge Tape, Antique, 25mm

Achieve ultimate scale authenticity with Oratex Pinked Edge Tape (Antique, 25mm). Designed specifically for vintage aircraft, biplanes, and museum-quality replicas, this tape replicates the traditional zig-zag (pinked) edges used on full-scale fabric-covered aircraft to prevent fraying and reinforce seams. Pre-cut from genuine Antique-colored ORATEX fabric, it provides a seamless texture match and a professional, "rib-stitched" look that is essential for any serious scale project.

Key Features:

• Authentic Pinked Edges: Precision-cut zig-zag edges provide the classic aesthetic found on vintage aviation icons like the Piper Cub, Tiger Moth, and Fokker Dr.I.
• Antique Color Match: Specifically dyed to match "Antique" ORATEX covering, giving the appearance of aged, doped linen rather than modern stark white.
• Reinforcement & Detail: Ideal for covering rib stitching, reinforcing wing leading edges, or concealing seams where two fabric panels meet.
• Heat-Activated Adhesive: Features the same high-bond hotmelt adhesive as ORATEX rolls; simply iron on for a permanent, fuel-proof, and sag-free attachment.
• Flexible Fabric Base: Unlike plastic tapes, this woven polyester tape conforms easily to the "peaks and valleys" of rib caps and complex airframe curves.

Application Specifications:

Scale Detailer's Tip:

To truly bring your scale model to life, apply the Pinked Edge Tape over your ribs after you have simulated "rib stitching" (using small bumps of glue or thread). When you iron the tape down over these bumps, it creates the characteristic "laced" appearance seen on real aircraft. For a weathered look, you can lightly "dry brush" the edges of the pinked tape with a slightly darker ORACOLOR paint to highlight the texture.