AMERICAN DESTROYER USS FLETCHER IN 1:350 BY TAMIYA.

[Haddock]

Beware of the files with a red plastic handle and cheap, they're a bit on the coarse side
therefore tend to grab the brass and bend it if you're not careful.
Haddock.

[chriswil42]

I have some swiss files I use which seem to be ok if you are careful.

[Haddock]

The more observant will notice the colour change. I couldn't really see the pattern in natural light at
normal viewing distance so I've taken a deep breath and sanded back to bare plastic, primed and added
the first colour.
Now I need to make another set of masks and repaint with modified  colours to get more contrast.
I probably need my bumps felt.
Haddock.

[chriswil42]

The more observant will notice the colour change. I couldn't really see the pattern in natural light at
normal viewing distance so I've taken a deep breath and sanded back to bare plastic, primed and added
the first colour.
Now I need to make another set of masks and repaint with modified  colours to get more contrast.
I probably need my bumps felt.
Haddock.

Couldn't tell. Looks good though.

[Haddock]

That's it, reworked with updated colours.
Must admit, I'm pleased with the result.
Haddock.

[Red Lancer]

Yes... looks better to me!

[Bigkev]

That's it, reworked with updated colours.
Must admit, I'm pleased with the result.
Haddock.

Hi Haddock,
Sometimes 'your own interpretation' is better than any book/reference.
If it looks and feels right...do it!
Bigkev

[chriswil42]

Yes looks good Tony.

[Haddock]

Job jobbed, needs adding to a base with some water but that will have to come later.
Haddock.

[zak]

Lovely, a very clean, neat and precise job as always.
That hurt.

[chriswil42]

An excellent job Tony. The camouflage pattern is particularly good.

[MSea]

Another great model - love the paint work