Re: Uniform color question

Jul 24, 2004 1 Replies


Hi all.


> Ok, I've gotten an answer to my last question about the mold color of
> the Italeri British paratroopers and US infantry (light tan), and now I
> need more advice.
> I'm using Humbrol paints because they were recommended and I've been
> very pleased with them so far. What color should I get for the uniform
> color of the British troops? It appears to be a sort of khaki brown.
> I have an Humbrol color chart for referrence if someone suggests one by > number.
> My local shop carries the line, so it's likely I can get the right one.
> I've ordered both sets of figures, and am excited to get them.
> I'm building "postage-stamp dios" using 2 or 3 figures in various > settings.
> It's easy to display them, and I can easily give them to interested > friends too.
> Plus, it allows me to keep up on my tiny detail techniques.
> As always, thanks for your input. Take care, and happy building! >
> Randy
> IPMS Houston
>
> We're living in a world that's been pulled over our eyes to blind us
> from the truth. Where are you, white rabbit?
>

They wore a 3 colour camo Denison Smock.

IMHO the paras had the best uniform in the WWII British Army and compared well with other nation's forces. I think that the majority of other British uniforms in WWII looked wrong - can't put my finger on it - almost home made, out of date, not scary or intimidating.

Try looking here

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or do a search for Denison Smock

or settle down with a beer or two and watch 'A Bridge Too Far'

Cheers,

Nigel

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