I have used both Model Masters and Model Shipways (thinned) acrylic paints. I try to manage the build to hold off trim, small pieces, etc. until after painting to get a sharp paint line. My "Fair American" will require masking for hull painting.
Correct, my experience in planning ship construction programs has been an influence in my laying out logical construction sequences for my ship model projects. I still remain active in the shipbuilding community with an emphasis on ship design and production engineering.
