Flying Scotsman as Preserved Update #4
I've changed my mind! Well in my last update I had decided not to polish the loco, being toyish looking, however, as FS in the flesh is positively gleaming, I decided to go for it and I actually like the result. I used Humbrol gloss cote for the locos finish (because I had some) it works ok but goes tacky over the superheater when hot but solidifies again when cold. 😱 !!
The 2 pictures show the finished deflectors, I'm afraid my painting job could be better, so I might improve the finish in the future. As for the double chimney, it is being redesigned so that it will locate in the existing chimney hole.
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I actually like a gloss finish or prestine look to models,,, it reflects the loco as it was at its best. You can get heat resistant laquers but I’m not sure what exactly they are!
A gloss finish is very good as well if it has some mild weathering applied as no loco stays immaculate for ever. The gloss comes through with limited grime showing its face hear and there!!