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Hi, 

 

I am new to the scale modeling. Currently I am working on three different projects (2 1/72 Eduard RAF Spitfires and a 1/48 Kinetic HAF F 16). I am pretty familiar with modern jets (camo and variants), but I have almost no idea on WWII airplanes. So, as the theme says, I would like to ask what finish did the RAF Spitfires have MATT or Gloss? I am building two Mk XVIs one with PRU scheme and one on standard day fighter scheme. 

In the picture you can find the actual PRU aircraft. 

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Wow, you are AMBITIOUS to be working 3 models simultaneously and just beginning the hobby!

 

I expect you will get several differing answers, but mine splits the difference between the 2; I would recommend a satin or semi-gloss finish.  I expect it also depends on how long the planes you are modeling were 'in service', thus, less gloss the older it is, (wear and tear and all that).  There are a LOT of folks here on this forum who know a GREAT DEAL MORE than me, though, and I'd go with the advice you get from others who I'm sure will chime in here soon.

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10 hours ago, Curt B said:

Wow, you are AMBITIOUS to be working 3 models simultaneously and just beginning the hobby!

 

I expect you will get several differing answers, but mine splits the difference between the 2; I would recommend a satin or semi-gloss finish.  I expect it also depends on how long the planes you are modeling were 'in service', thus, less gloss the older it is, (wear and tear and all that).  There are a LOT of folks here on this forum who know a GREAT DEAL MORE than me, though, and I'd go with the advice you get from others who I'm sure will chime in here soon.

 

Thank you very much, I am trying to be ambitious in everything I do!! I will propably go for a satin finish on the day fighter and a glossier one in pru. As you can see I am trying to paint the airplanes with different wear grades. The day fighter was in service for more time.

 

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