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Old 11-05-2015 | 05:39 PM
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Originally Posted by p51tom
I am ready to paint my Dave Platt FW190 and have to decide if I should put a Swastika on the fin. My father was killed in WWII during the Battle of the Bulge, therefore I have a very good reason to hate what that symbol stands for. I do not think it is in poor taste to display this symbol on a scale model but I do not want to insult or anger anyone. I am asking for opinions on this matter.

Thanks, P51Tom

Tom,

There were some Schlactgruppen 190's with overpainted tails that might solve any hesitation about doing a scale scheme for you.

http://www.mission4today.com/index.p...s2&screen=9986

You can find these schemes with a little digging and the reasons behind the overpainting. Maybe this helps

Mike