Mr. Color (10 ml) IJN Hull Color (Sasebo)
Mr. Hobby C602 IJN Hull Color Sasebo (Flat) is a high-quality synthetic solvent-based (lacquer) paint from the Mr. Color line.
This historically accurate shade represents the gray color of Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN) ship hulls that were painted at the Sasebo shipyards during World War II. The Sasebo shade is typically lighter than its Kure counterpart. It provides a flat finish, excellent coverage, and is essential for modelers who want to achieve authentic coloring of Japanese Pacific-era vessels.
Mr. Hobby C602 IJN Hull Color Sasebo (Flat) is an essential paint for creating precise replicas of Imperial Japanese Navy vessels from the World War II era.
🌊 Historical Context of the Shade
The color schemes of IJN warships were not uniform. Shades varied depending on the shipyard where the ships were built or maintained. The “Sasebo Naval Arsenal Color” is a specific medium-gray camouflage color applied to ship hulls at the Sasebo shipyards in Nagasaki Prefecture.
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Unlike the darker Kure color, the Sasebo shade is lighter and more grayish, which is key to correctly distinguishing between different ships and time periods.
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This shade was widely used on a broad range of Japanese warships, including cruisers and destroyers, that were launched from this shipyard.
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The paint has a flat finish that best simulates the actual, weathered paint of a warship.
🎨 Mr. Color Product Features
The Mr. Color series of paints from GSI Creos is highly regarded among modelers for its excellent properties:
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Paint Type: Synthetic Solvent (Lacquer) – ensures fast drying, excellent adhesion to plastic, and creates an exceptionally thin and hard paint film.
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Quality: Thanks to its fine pigmentation, the paint is ideal for airbrushing, where it provides a smooth and even finish. It can also be applied with a brush.
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Thinning: For best results, we recommend thinning with Mr. Color Thinner or Mr. Levelling Thinner, which slows drying and ensures a smoother, non-textured finish.
Warning: Always ensure good ventilation when working with solvent-based paints.
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| EAN: | 4973028737028 |
