Actually, it seems they were rather consistent. I found this old post regarding that, and it echoes what I’ve read in reference sources. But how many people would ever really know that? I think it looks fine.
Gary
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panzerpilot
RAF camo was very specific, pattern-wise. They used mats directly on the surface of the A/C when painting, so it is a sharp contrast line between colors. No “fade” line between colors, such as with Luftwaffe and US camo patterns. I would use heavy paper, such as construction paper, cut out the pattern, and get it as close to the surface as you can when painting. You can use the instructions on the model for the camo pattern. Copy the camo pattern up to 100%.
For Luftwaffe and US camo, cut out the pattern. Stick it to the wing or a/c surface about 1/8 of inch “raised”, using an adhesive, such as “handitak”, that can be found at hobby lobby. This will get a more faded line between camo colors. Hit it at a right angle. Just make sure you don’t set your pressure too high, or the color will “bounce” under your gap.