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MODELLING·WHITE DWARF 342

Assembly and Undercoat

June 2008·p. 81

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Preparing a whole unit together saves time and makes later colour choices more consistent, while a test model limits the cost of an uncertain scheme. The article distinguishes the gripping function of primer from its role as a starting colour. White favours bright colours and black offers convenient dark recesses, each with disadvantages to consider. Cleaning mould lines before painting prevents an avoidable interruption once the surface is already finished.

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Batch preparation Test miniature Mould lines White undercoat Black undercoat Primer

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