Funny, I'll bet you're steadier than this old guy, lol! The kit really does have very pronounced paint lines, better than most. I'll mask if I must but it seems I'm doing things twice. Also until I found the right masking tape I was not happy with masking. Sometimes I do resort to striping tape and it can be painted before application. Whatever works I say. More than one way to skin a cat my grandfather used to say. Things are looking good so far, keep up the good work!
The one I built was quite a few years ago and the seams leave something to be desired. Also my decals are slightly silvery but I've improved on several things since then mostly attributted to the Forum and the Gang. I'd built models for most of my life with no external input. I'm 74 and still learning!
Max