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

ProfLemoi

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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
 
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.
 
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;
tamiya Saw Tool.jpg
 
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.
 
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.
 
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