Pugsley I'm sure you could knock our socks off using only gloss black Hammerite and a 3" paintbrush ... but nevertheless, we watch and learn.

I'm particularly taken though, by the idea of a quality matt varnish for brushing. Any clues on manufacturer etc?

Now there's a challenge! Thanks Jamie, you're too kind.

I'd recommend Humbrol Mattcote as a matt varnish for brushing, suitably thinned with white spirit. I've used it in the past and it does dry nicely matt without much in the way of visible brush strokes. The varnish I've used on this wagon is experimental and not commercially available, but the Mattcote should work pretty much the same.

Afternoon Pugs... looks superb as ever! You've achieved a loverly, subtle effect that I've not seen before in a model.B)

Good to hear the JSV is going well - I passed a little through my airbrush last night and I'm also very happy with the results. The guys in the R&D lab have hinted that the varnish is a reformulation which could be coming to market soon. Once it's got a trade name I'll let y'all know! Have you ever experimented with inks at all? I was looking at some eariler and I think they might have some uses.

Pix

Thanks Pix, you're too kind :blush:

Hopefully the JSV will be released in its current form, as it's got great potential. I've never experimented with inks, but the same as you, have thought that they could be useful for some things. It's something I'll give a go at some point, but will watch what you do with them with interest.