1/100 Macross Valkyrie VF-1J

[Quaralane]

Did you seal the model before decalling?

 

[fcschmidt]

No I did not, just used gloss paint. I got some Future, but I wasn't sure if it was the right kind and didn't want to risk it as the model was turning out much nicer than I expected. First time using the Microsol, so still learning.

 

[Quaralane]

Some of your silvering issue may be due to the lack of a true gloss finish.

Now, one trick that can be used with the micro-sol is multiple treatments of the same decal. This is especially useful if there are any bubbles in them.
Simply puncture the bubble and retreat

 

[fcschmidt]

Great, thanks for the tips!

 

[fcschmidt]

 

[Grendels]

Very nice!!

 

[Quaralane]

Very sharp

 

[gregfrank]

That is absolutely awesome. Fantastic finish, especially for one of those old kits.

 

[Cave_Dweller]

I always wondered what these old kits look like fully done up, and you've more than done it justice. This looks great, nice and clean, sharp details. Macross is always so cool!

 

[LrdSatyr8]

Between the Macross and Battletech kits I always had something to do growing up! Looks great bro!

 

[fcschmidt]

Thank you all for the kind words. I appreciate it!