Omni is not even close to the product the DCC concept type paint is. Ask Bryan Hebert about the white LOL (That could get me shot right now...)

The beauty of concept vs omni (for instance) is exactly what Dean describes...more pigment so less of the paint is needed. Less paint equals less weight and less chance of a run or sag. Yeah it costs a lot more. But is it worth it? Personal preference. I vote yes on my personal planes.

However there are literally hundreds of paint formulations out there. if you are inexperienced, stick with what works: concept. (See all disclaimers about ventillation, protection, respiration etc). But it's the easiest there is for what we do. if you have some experience and confidence, try something new...like the HOKs, Auto air water based colors, nelson paints, klass kote, SEMs, you name it....but if in doubt, use a GOOD reliable clear coat unless you are running electric. All it takes is one stray piece of gravel to ruin your plane.

I like to see the weave slightly when my plane is done. And I do mean a hint, not looking like a shirt or something. When it gets in the sun more of the weave will show, but you have to get really close to see it. If you use a good polish and wax and buff it out nicely after the clear, it lasts a lot longer and it JUMPS out. It looks soaking wet and 10 feet deep. And weighs practically nothing.

Practically that is....

-M