Hi guys, I have a 1/72 Emhar A7V German tank. I have applied the base colour and camo, after decaling and weathering, what is the best flat coat to use ?.
I have used Tamiya acrylics. I would like to be able to apply it straight up no thinning if possible. Would Gunze flat clear H20 be suitable ?.
Thanks.
Hi Bill,
Well, I don’t know if it’s the best (which is probably a matter of opinion[;)]), but I personally prefer Pollyscale Flat Clear. I thin it with a little distilled water, although I’ve heard others say they don’t thin it at all. I get a very flat finish, which is what I’m usually looking for.
I haven’t used Tamiya or Gunze flat, so can’t comment on those.
Mark
I use Pollyscale as well.
I haven’t used Polly Scale Flat, but just picked up a bottle… only because I have heard so many praises from distinguished modellers here… Sounds like there is a consensus growing here! [;)]
Terstors dullcote lacquer has an excellent flat finish !!! and you’ll have to thin it(why dont you want to thin by the way ? )…something is jogging my memory about not spraying lacquer over acrylics,(might want to check that out first ) maybe someone can answer this.I always sprayed mine over an ennamel gloss (for my wash and decals)…Anyway , it has a great finish !!! best of luck ! Peter !
I’ve been using Model Master Flat Clear Acryl. I thin it with a couple drops of distilled water and a drop of “Jet-Dry.” Lays nice and flat.
I once sprayed Testor Dullcote lacquer over acrylic paint, not such a good idea, removed the acrylic paint on the high points.