The upper torso is a single piece less the arms. Hence the faceplate is a molded part of the upper torso. The faceplate was painted with artist inks and sealed with a gloss sealer. There isn't any right way of doing windows. I know a lot of folks like Jeweling, think anime or comic books, and other like solid colors. I use Jeweling when it makes sense. It didn't make sense on this model due to the shape of the cockpit. I repainted this faceplate 9 times before finally giving up and accepting this as good enough. And Yes, there are eight attempts under the one you see.