Update : Paint
Ok, I can't believe I've burned a week and a half (evenings) just testing paint. Enough. I have a game plan....if anyone follows this for their build, this is what I'm doing....
(I'll update this image if/as things evolve)
Counter, Power Cylinders = 1, 2
Handle Grip = 1, 4, 5
Handle (non-grip) = 1, 2, 9
Stock, End Cap, Trigger Guard = 1, 3, 2
Scope = 1, 2 with weathering of 6, 7
Receiver Tube = 1, 2
Bolt Area = 1, 9 with weathering of 8, 7
The T-Tracks = 1, 2 but may follow with something more matte.
Everything here seems to play well together. The base layers are all lacquer and the Testors/Humbrols are enamel so any layering should be fine. I opted against the Testors Matte Black spray I was testing because it was REALLY matte. I changed my mind and liked the way the Tamiya Matte Black still had a bit of shine to to. I think it makes things look a little more like metal. How much more? I'll post a couple of "teaser" pics in a sec....
Mark