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> Hi Guys,
> well after a long period of inactivity due to illness I am finally
getting around to painting some figures.
> I intend to use either Humbrol, Tamiya or Vallejo. My question is
what shade to use for the basic uniform for both Union &
Confederate.(ie Jacket, trousers?hat/kepi and webbing.
> I have checked the color charts but cannot me? up my mind as? to
which color is the most suitable for blue and grey etc.
>
> Secondly,?what rules are the best for large scale battles. I was
thinking of Fire & Fury. Any suggestions most appreciated????
> TIA
>
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I have been using Volley and Bayonet. The latest version is now
available.

As for colors...they will tend to fade over time, sometimes dye lots
will vary, etc...
It also depends on what scale of figures you will be using. One of
the plastic model sites has a chart showing how much lighter than the
actual color you should use depending on scale. For 10mm (the
smallest on their chart) they recommend adding 30% white to the
correct color.