thibaultron Posted August 25, 2016 Share #1 Posted August 25, 2016 I'm building the Model Shipways Smoothbore Canon diorama, and have an esthetics question about the bulwark clamp and railing finish. The completed model photo on the box shows the bulwark clamp and railing stained, which I have done. The question is should I use matte or gloss varnish on these pieces? I've used matte on the deck, but gloss on the two stained pieces would make them stand out better, now that I've stained them. However would a matte finish be more realistic? The bulwark will be flat black. Should the bottom of the clamp also be painted black, or would it also have been "bright work" finish? Canute 1 Quote Ron Thibault Shipjack Carrie Price from Pyro kit, with upgraded detailing and history. Going From A 2D Drawing To A 3D Printed Part Tutorial Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tim I. Posted August 25, 2016 Share #2 Posted August 25, 2016 I would select Matte. Caprail would of been buff or black. Also each Captain had certain latitude to paint their ship as they saw fit within certain parameters. So whatever you choose should be alright. - Tim I. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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