Matthew72

I've built this kit. It truly is a "classic" 😉 but not all together a waste to tackle. The riveting is somewhat restrained and while it lacks the finer detail of its newer stablemate, it looks the part once completed. Also, stock up on the filler!

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Very nicely done! I started mine over the weekend With some of the cockpit and interior bits getting painted. The British V Bombers had sleek graceful lines that are very appealing. Again, great work!

I prefer enamels because of their durability but the odor can be overwhelming at times as you must use petroleum based products to thin them with. I only use acrylic gloss coats as I use thinned enamel and oils for weathering. I think enamels brush better too and are easier on brushes for some reason. Of course many acrylics can be thinned with water but you should really use each company's proprietary thinner which varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. Enamels can be thinned with generic white spirit thinners which may save you money. Acrylics dry more quickly which can be a plus and minus. Because of enamels' slower drying time you can "work" them for specific effects. In the end it's up to you as quality finishes can be produced through either medium.