Using Flite Metal guys!!!!

Am thinking of using Flite Metal on my project rather than the complexities and cost of silver/chrome paint etc but wondered if it is a bit of a black art. When you see the quality of models such as Joe Grice's F86 and F100 then you can't help be in awe of the finish of flite metal. However, is this like watching a professional 'anything' making it look simple until you try it? [)]

I wouldn't expect a finish like Joe's first time but am I kidding myself that it will end up anything near it or will it just look like I have covered by model in tin foil [&:]

So, how well did your first attempt at Flite Metal come out? Was it easier than you thought? Harder? Wish you never started etc?? Never bother with 'silver' paint again? Pics too would be great if you're proud enough!!

Thanks,
Mark