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Using aluminium foil to mimic metal finish

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From: August Kurfuerst von Sachsen
Date: Wed, 18 Nov 1992 18:42
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Hallo Freunde,

I'm trying something new on my own--using
aluminium foil to simulate a metal skin
on a WWII Japanese fighter aircraft.

I used a REAL thin film of Elmer's glue
and cut pieces of foil and placed them on
top. It looks stunning in the middle of
the piece but toward the edge of it I see
wrinkles. Despite the rivets and panel
lines adding realism to the model, I still
think it could be easier and more realistic.

Does anyone have any recommendation for
adhesive and where can I get a cheap
thinner layer of aluminium? My kitchen-use
aluminium is still too thick to work with.

Your favorite techniques or procedures would
also be helpful...

I will also be flying to California to do
business and will be in San Francisco area.
Please tell me what foil products (adhesives etc.)
are available there and which are the best
hobby shops there.

Danke und Tschuess,

S.K.M. Herr Friedrich August, Kurfuerst von Sachsen, Koenig von Polen
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Subject: Using aluminium foil to mimic metal finish
Date: 18 Nov 1992 18:42:02 GMT
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