Sherman Tracks

There is a product called Blacken it that is used to darken white metal to give it a more realistic look. We have it at our LHS, it's used a lot by model railroaders and it shouldn't be too hard to find. You could use it first then do any painting over it that you want to achieve the look you want.

thanks...i have seen that product before but never used it.  I'll try it.  Again, thanks for the help.  i usually have the most trouble with tank tracks with the initial base coat and then washes.  Again, thanks for the response.

BackBlast

anyone else out there have any tips for me.  I usually do german armor and this will be the first US tank.  my first stab at it with a small section of leftover track just didn't turn out at all like it should have.  Should i base coat with a rust color or some kind of brown and go for a really dark wash.....help!!

masonme2

There is a product called Blacken it that is used to darken white metal to give it a more realistic look. We have it at our LHS, it's used a lot by model railroaders and it shouldn't be too hard to find. You could use it first then do any painting over it that you want to achieve the look you want.

Blacken-It blackens brass, steel, nickel-silver, lead, copper and most metals except aluminum and stainless steel. Will not chip or peel, conducts electricity and is fuel proof. 4 fl. oz.. Try http://www.micromark.com

ok guys....Blacken-It it shall be....Much appreciated....mmmmmmmm.....MicroMark....