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After applying the dull coat using Krylon Matte Finish, it's time to finish off the windows. In photos, the windows are usually darker than the rest of the aircraft - even with sun shining onto the cockpit or elsewhere. To emulate this effect - as well as to add a little more color - I used Tamiya X-23 Clear Blue to finish off the turrets, canopy, waist gun windows, and the greenhouse nose. Clear Smoke would also achieve the desired result, but the blue adds a nice touch.
Since they are for display, I created a display stand using some clear acrylic rod, piano wire, and a 25-year-old stand from a Star Wars model.
In conclusion, this was a bit of a challenge while remaining a fun little diversion. The Scotia B-24s are solid pieces that will stand up to the rigors of gaming. And, with proper preparation, the decals will enjoy a long service life. Despite my difficulties, I have absolutely no problem recommending any of the Scale Specialties decals. The level of detail is incredible, and is on a par with any Micro-Scale product for larger models - even if you wind up needing a magnifying glass to see that each of the 8-ball characters has the properly colored nose for its squadron.
Norm designs his sheets with the gamer in mind, as they feature markings for multiple aircraft from a single (or closely related) group. One of his current new releases is prepared specifically for a Check Your 6! scenario, with markings for 28 aircraft with proper codes, serial numbers and nose art where appropriate.
