MT-10 スジボリテンプレートセットの使い方

Quick answer

Use the MT-10 Polygon Scribing Template Set to guide a scribing chisel along geometric shapes, then finish with a light sanding and a panel line wash. The key is to keep the template flat, use light passes, and check the line depth after every two or three strokes.

What the MT-10 templates actually do

The MT-10 Polygon Scribing Template Set from Madworks gives you multiple polygon shapes to trace onto plastic. Instead of freehanding a line and hoping it stays straight, you press the template against the part and run your chisel along the edge. This is useful for adding angular panel lines or custom details that match the kit's existing geometry.

The set is designed for modelers who want precise, geometric panel lines. It does not include a chisel or tape, so you still need a scribing tool, masking tape, and a way to remove dust. Treat the templates as a guide, not a self-contained kit.

Prepare the surface before you scribe

Wash the part with mild soap and water to remove mold release agent and skin oils. Dry it fully. If you plan to paint later, scribe before primer so you can sand away any raised edges without damaging a finish.

Check for seams or raised details near where you want the line to go. A template cannot sit flat over a bump, and a rocking template will produce a wavy line. If the area is crowded, reposition the line or sand the obstruction first.

Choose a template shape and secure it

Pick a polygon that matches the style you want: sharp angles for mechanical panels, softer shapes for curved armor. Place it on the part and hold it with one finger while you check the alignment from two angles.

For a secure hold, apply low-tack masking tape along one edge of the template. Tape prevents the template from sliding when the chisel touches plastic. Do not tape over the edge you will scribe against, or the tape thickness will lift the chisel and change the line depth.

Scribe in light passes

Set your chisel to a shallow depth and pull it along the template edge. Use only the weight of the tool for the first pass. You are creating a guide groove, not cutting through the plastic.

After two or three passes, stop and check the line. Blow or brush away the plastic dust so you can see the groove. If the line is faint, add another pass. If it is already deep, stop. Deepening a line after it is deep enough is the fastest way to slip and scratch the surrounding surface.

Clean up and test the line

Remove the template and tape. Run a fine sanding stick or a folded piece of 800- to 1000-grit paper lightly along the line to remove the raised burr. Keep the sanding block flat so you do not round over the edge of the panel line.

Apply a small amount of panel line wash or thinned paint into the groove and wipe the surface clean. The wash will reveal whether the line is consistent. If it looks uneven, you can make one more light scribing pass before the paint fully cures.

Step-by-step scribing process

1. Clean the part: Wash with mild soap and water, then dry completely. Remove any mold release or oils that could make the template slide. Checkpoint: the surface should feel squeaky clean, not slick.
2. Position the template: Place the MT-10 polygon shape where you want the line. Hold it flat and check alignment from the front and side. Common mistake: letting the template rock over a seam or raised detail.
3. Tape one edge: Apply low-tack masking tape along one side of the template to stop it from shifting. Leave the scribing edge clear. Checkpoint: the template should not move when you press lightly with one finger.
4. Make a light pass: Pull your scribing chisel along the template edge using only the tool's weight. Do not press down hard. Common mistake: cutting too deep on the first pass and slipping off the template.
5. Check depth every two passes: Blow away dust and look at the groove. Add passes only if the line is faint. Stop when the line is clearly visible. Checkpoint: if you can feel a distinct groove with a fingernail, stop scribing.
6. Sand and wash: Remove the template and tape. Lightly sand the burr with 800- to 1000-grit paper, then apply panel line wash. Next step: wipe the wash clean and inspect the line under good light.

Product facts

• MT-10 Polygon Scribing Template Set: The MT-10 Polygon Scribing Template Set from Madworks includes multiple polygon templates for versatile line work. Having several shapes means you can match different armor panels without buying separate template sets.
• MT-10 Polygon Scribing Template Set: The set is ideal for creating sharp, angular panel lines and custom details. Use it when you want geometric lines that look intentional, not freehand scratches.