How do you cut Square and rectangular widows in your models?

[ProfLemoi]

Hello All,

I am wondering what technique you use to cut square and rectangular windows in your space ship models? I can think of a few ways but I am wondering what you do.

Thanks!
Prof L

 

[the Baron]

Well, not necessarily space ship models, but the technique would be the same for ship models or other genres:

I drill a small starter hole, then use a hobby knife and fine needle files to shape the window.

 

[CY343491]

Hello All,

I am wondering what technique you use to cut square and rectangular windows in your space ship models? I can think of a few ways but I am wondering what you do.

Thanks!
Prof L

What are the sizes? If it's not too small i drill four corners and use below tool for edges, for tiny gaps you can use scribing tool repedeately, it's risky and requires experience;

 

[ProfLemoi]

Looks just like what I wanted. Just ordered one on Amazon. Thanks!

 

[CY343491]

When i was a kid i started modeling with balsa aircrafts and MDF ships, i was also using this tool on MDF, it's very durable.

 

[ohbejuan]

I have not tried this, but it looks interesting.

 

[CY343491]

I have not tried this, but it looks interesting.

Nice solution for small sections

 

[ohbejuan]

What are the sizes? If it's not too small i drill four corners and use below tool for edges, for tiny gaps you can use scribing tool repedeately, it's risky and requires experience;
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I have this set of saws and they work well.

 

[ProfLemoi]

Once I get these smaller holes cut what do you recommend to sand them smooth? I have a few metal files but they are too big to get in these smaller Voyager windows.