Uncarina Posted February 2 Posted February 2 For the Spitfire Vc pictured below both the Colour Cunundrum and the Euro Decal sheet indicate that the underside color is Azure Blue. Is there some reasoning behind this that's not indicated? Meanwhile the Brian Cauchi publication indicates it's Sky. Is there some evidence besides the publications that would allow me to determine which color to use? At this point I'm leaning towards light sky blue. Thanks, Tom Martinnfb and Fanes 2
John1 Posted February 2 Posted February 2 Color Conundrums is supposed to have the latest and greatest info on these aircraft but honestly, if you want to diverge and do it your way, I don't think anyone is in a position to challenge you. I've always leaned towards Sky since I think these were some of the Spits painted on the Wasp while in transit. I just can't see sailors taking the time to hand paint the lower surfaces whilst crawling underneath the airframe. Martinnfb and Uncarina 2
Christa Posted February 2 Posted February 2 Your photo provides some clues; the outer yellow of the roundel contrasts nicely with the white codes. To my eye the underside tone is halfway between those two values, so too pale for azure blue, particularly as it is in shadow. Martinnfb and Uncarina 1 1
geedubelyer Posted February 2 Posted February 2 @Tolga ULGUR went with sky I think. RFI here Martinnfb, Kagemusha and Uncarina 3
Tolga ULGUR Posted February 2 Posted February 2 2 hours ago, geedubelyer said: @Tolga ULGUR went with sky I think. RFI here Yes it is RAF Sky duck egg green Kagemusha and Martinnfb 2
Tolga ULGUR Posted February 2 Posted February 2 Here is the profile from Brian Cauchi's book. BR344 is in my to bucket list too Kagemusha, Martinnfb, Javlin1 and 2 others 5
Uncarina Posted February 2 Author Posted February 2 7 hours ago, John1 said: Color Conundrums is supposed to have the latest and greatest info on these aircraft but honestly, if you want to diverge and do it your way, I don't think anyone is in a position to challenge you. I've always leaned towards Sky since I think these were some of the Spits painted on the Wasp while in transit. I just can't see sailors taking the time to hand paint the lower surfaces whilst crawling underneath the airframe. Thanks John, I agree about the underside color not being repainted and in fact the wavy demarcation indicates the upper repainting extended onto the lower surface. It also indicates BOTH upper colors were repainted which disagrees with Cauchi’s interpretation. 5 hours ago, Christa said: Your photo provides some clues; the outer yellow of the roundel contrasts nicely with the white codes. To my eye the underside tone is halfway between those two values, so too pale for azure blue, particularly as it is in shadow. Thanks, I tend to agree. 4 hours ago, geedubelyer said: @Tolga ULGUR went with sky I think. RFI here Yes I’ve been following his magnificent build. He’s using the Cauchi book as his reference. 2 hours ago, Tolga ULGUR said: Yes it is RAF Sky duck egg green Nice work Tolga! Cheers, Tom Martinnfb, Tolga ULGUR and geedubelyer 3
John1 Posted February 2 Posted February 2 The only downside to modeling Spits that were painted during transit on the Wasp is that the prominent codes on the fuselage were for delivery purposes only and were promptly removed upon arrival on Malta. That and since their paint jobs were only a few days old, eliminates any chance for applying any weathering. Uncarina and Martinnfb 2
geedubelyer Posted February 2 Posted February 2 You make a good point John. Reading your remarks made me look at the image Tom initially posted again. What's going on with the cammo demarcation on the engine covers of the two main featured aircraft in the pic? Neither one lines up with the paintwork of the fuselage cammo. Unfinished cammo painting at the time of the photo? Uncarina, John1 and Martinnfb 2 1
Pete Roberts Posted February 2 Posted February 2 5 hours ago, John1 said: The only downside to modeling Spits that were painted during transit on the Wasp is that the prominent codes on the fuselage were for delivery purposes only and were promptly removed upon arrival on Malta. That and since their paint jobs were only a few days old, eliminates any chance for applying any weathering. Really? What is your evidence for their prompt removal? Martinnfb, Uncarina and Christa 3
Martinnfb Posted February 2 Posted February 2 not sure about the prompt removal either Fanes, Uncarina and Christa 3
Uncarina Posted February 3 Author Posted February 3 11 hours ago, geedubelyer said: You make a good point John. Reading your remarks made me look at the image Tom initially posted again. What's going on with the cammo demarcation on the engine covers of the two main featured aircraft in the pic? Neither one lines up with the paintwork of the fuselage cammo. Unfinished cammo painting at the time of the photo? I saw that as well, and it has me very intrigued. That’s a very dark color. It appears to extend from the exhaust down to the lower edge of the panel. Cheers, Tom geedubelyer and Martinnfb 2
Uncarina Posted February 3 Author Posted February 3 12 hours ago, John1 said: The only downside to modeling Spits that were painted during transit on the Wasp is that the prominent codes on the fuselage were for delivery purposes only and were promptly removed upon arrival on Malta. That and since their paint jobs were only a few days old, eliminates any chance for applying any weathering. I’m also curious about your data source regarding the prompt removal in Malta. I don’t disagree since it makes sense to avoid giving the enemy an estimate of the number of Spitfires on strength, but am curious in any case. Yes, a fresh paint job but definitely a unique one with room for interpretation. Cheers, Tom Martinnfb 1
Uncarina Posted February 3 Author Posted February 3 4 hours ago, Martinnfb said: not sure about the prompt removal either That is a fantastic reference photo! Cheers, Tom Martinnfb 1
George Posted February 3 Posted February 3 Hi. You could check with Nicholas Millman because he a specialist in WW2 aircraft camouflage schemes. wW2 Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm aircraft were painted Extra Dark Sea Gray and Dark Slate Gray over Sky. AK Interactive makes hobby paints for FAA Aircraft. Go to Scalemates (URL: www.scalemates.com) and run the Gray colors to find your paint. Good luck! Regards, George Martinnfb 1
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