how-to: natural metal finish
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Like rigging a biplane, reproducing a convincing natural metal finish is a challenge that intimidates many a modeler.
But once you run the gauntlet once, it’s really not that bad. In fact, apart from a few slightly different rules, it’s not so different from laying down traditional paint.
Hopefully, this tutorial will be just the spark you need to give it a go for yourself!
Alclad II Metallic Lacquers
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When it comes to natural metal finishes, you have a ton of options, from Model Master Metalizers to Hawkeye’s acrylic Talon line. Personally I prefer Alclad II for :
• Consistency• Durability• Shades• Performance
This tutorial will focus on Alclad II...
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Know Your Alclad ShadesAirframe Aluminum
Duraluminum
Aluminum
Semi-Matte Aluminum
Dark Aluminum
Magnesium