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Originally Posted by MPWR
I've been surprised at how little difference there is between different metallic paints. For years I assumed that for metallic finishes, MM Metalizer was tops. But having used it on several builds lately and evaluating it as objectively as possible, I can't really tell a difference between it and Tamiya acrylics in the same colors. I can't say I've ever seen any single brand of paint that has really looked better than others. In my opinion, color choice is far more important (and makes far more difference) than brand choice. Alclad chrome is a special exeption- but for everything else I say use what is easiest for you. Tamiya acrylics can be particularly nice, as they are very easy to mix with other colors to give different tones/hues/characters to a metallic finish.
Ignore all color names and color guides, both on instructions and paint bottles. Examine pics of the real thing, decide what a finish looks like to you, and pick a color (or combination of colors) to simulate it. That's the real secret to a good realistic looking metallic finish.
Just pick your favorite.
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Yes.. I think you have reason, thank's a lot for your opinion!
Roca.