STAR 10 INCH STENCIL STICKER
STAR 4 INCH : 10.16 CM
STAR 6 INCH : 15.24 CM
STAR 10 INCH : 25.40 CM
STAR 20 INCH : 50.80 CM
Stencil for US military star 10 inch
For markings on WWII military vehicles
Reusable stencil for applying the American five-pointed star on Second World War military vehicles. With a diameter of 10 inches (±25 cm), this size is suitable for smaller markings such as on side panels, doors or tailgate of jeeps and other light military vehicles.
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Material Stencil material |
Dimension 10 inch (±25 cm diameter) |
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Application WWII vehicle markings |
Star type Five-pointed US military star |
Features
- 10 inch (±25 cm) diameter five-pointed star
- Suitable for applying authentic WWII markings
- Reusable stencil for paint or spray applications
- Historically correct proportions according to original specifications
- Suitable for use with matt white or other paint colours
★ Professional stencil for applying authentic WWII markings on military vehicles according to historical guidelines.
Application
The 10 inch star was used during WWII for side markings on jeeps and other light military vehicles. According to Army Regulations 850-5, 6 inch stars were prescribed for the rear side panels of jeeps between the rear handhold and the bow. In practice, however, sizes varied between units. The 10 inch size was also used for door markings on larger vehicles. For bonnet markings, 15 inch (standard) or larger sizes were generally used.
Installation notes
Secure the stencil flat against the surface to be treated using tape or low-tack adhesive. First apply a light mist coat to prevent runs, then one or more covering coats. Remove the stencil immediately after the final paint coat for sharp edges. For authentic WWII markings: use matt white paint on Olive Drab substrate.
Compatibility
This 10 inch size is too small for standard bonnet markings (for which 15 inches was prescribed). For invasion stars with broken circle: the 10 inch star fitted within a 15 inch circle. Not suitable as primary bonnet star on jeeps according to AR 850-5 guidelines, but historically correct for side markings and secondary identification.
Historical context
The white five-pointed star became the official national symbol on American military vehicles from August 1942 according to Army Regulation 850-5. For the Normandy invasion in 1944, the invasion star with broken circle was introduced for better aerial recognition.
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This part is intended for the restoration of historic military vehicles. Fitting, aligning, deburring or reworking is part of that work and is inherent to the nature of these goods. Dimensional variation also exists between original vehicles.
Installation requires technical knowledge of the vehicle. Unsure whether this part suits your version? Ask us before purchase at info@willys.be.
This part fits:
| Model | Years |
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| Military jeeps | |
| Willys MB (early) | 1941, 1942 |
| Willys MB | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Hotchkiss M201 | 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966 |
| Dodge | |
| Dodge WC52 weapons carrier (winch) | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Dodge WC53 carryall | 1942, 1943, 1944 |
| Dodge WC54 ambulance | 1942, 1943, 1944 |
| Dodge WC55 gun motor carriage | 1942, 1943 |
| Dodge WC56 command car | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |
| Dodge WC57 command car (winch) | 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945 |