Estes Doorknob, #9720 Build, Part 11, Decals & Chrome Trim

This is the fin rivet and bolt plate decals.
The wider spaced rectangles go to the top. The decal strip is centered down the root edge.

If you are new to water slide decals -
TIP: The picture on the right shows the transfer onto the model. Wet the decal placement position on the model before transferring the decal. Slide a little of the decal off the backing sheet. Set the bottom of the decal onto the model, and continue to slide the backing up and off leaving the decal in place.

Here's the rivet plates on two facing fins.

TIP: Notice the paper wrap at the top. This keeps the model clean while handling. The paper wrap is rolled on and taped in place. Tape the paper wrap to itself, not onto the painted model.

The self-adhesive chrome strips are thin. They are place over the paint mask line. The raised paint edge could show through the thin chrome band.

TIP: Lightly sand the color separation line where the chrome strip will be. The masking paint ridge could show through the chrome band. I've wrapped some 400 grit around a Q-tip for cushioned sanding. Don't over sand, just knock down the raised paint edge.

The placement of the chrome strips shown in the instructions was confusing. I understand it is being corrected.

I wrapped a copy paper strip around the body tube for a straight line reference. You'd be lucky if the sticky wrap would end up in a straight line  without a guide.

On the right, keep your fingers off the sticky back side of the thin bands. Dirt and fingerprints could show through.

Here's the finished wraps.
Chrome always adds a lot to the finished look.