An (not at all crap...ish) Airfix P-51D

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Thanks Gents - it's pretty much finished now.

The only thing I'm debating is whether or not I matt/flat coat it - I knida like it glossy. :hmm:
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Agree great paint work and decals.
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Stuart wrote:Thanks Gents - it's pretty much finished now.

The only thing I'm debating is whether or not I matt/flat coat it - I knida like it glossy. :hmm:
Uh...well, it is your build. Glossy is nice. On the other hand dull coat it more to period, yes, but I like it shiny. But they were not shiny, I know. But...and on and on.
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Stuart wrote:Thanks Gents - it's pretty much finished now.

The only thing I'm debating is whether or not I matt/flat coat it - I knida like it glossy. :hmm:
How about a satin coat? Suggests a waxed look like some ground crews did to get just a bit more speed advantage.
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Satin would look nice...
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I say satin as well.
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Thanks for the input Gents - :hmm: I did think Satin as well actually. So I've given it a coat of one of my matt coats as if comes out a bit satinish... (is that a word?)

I'm pretty much finished this kit now, just a few odds and sods to do - I had hoped I'd get it done today but alas not.

One annoying thing is that I've lost the rear view mirror to the carpet monster - I guess 2020 has had it's last bit of fun. :whiteflag:
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Looking real good Stuart! :shoutout: :shoutout: :shoutout:
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