Paint scheme for B17f "Memphis Belle

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Cloath

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Sep 18, 2015
Using Model Master paints. Need info on camo colors. Should I use med green or dark green under the olive drab?
Would appreciate any info of overall paint scheme.
 
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From Battle Colors Vol.1..."As was the case with most of the aircraft assigned to pioneer elements of the Eighth Air Force in Great Briton(sic), the B-17Fs.... received an edging treatment of Medium Green in an effort to help break up the aircraft's profile from the air."



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