Festiniog green

[David Prime]

Hi,
I'm just after some advice / recommendations as to any " go to" proprietary paints , either enamel or acrylic, that are seen as close representations of the the green colour of Ffestiniog locomotives in the 50's - 60's. I'm hoping that some of you have certain favourite manufacturers and codes you prefer. I've tried searching this forum for the last hour or so with not much success so hope you don't mind me asking for some help. I'm currently building an old Gem kit under an Arnold chassis and I am at the paint stage. Cheers ! Dave

[B.Meldon]

When new and first painted or after a few years in service?

In the real world the green on each loco would have changed with exposure to the rain, sun and even the heat from the loco. The end result is that no two locos had exactly the same shade of green at the same time!
However, using a different shade for each loco would not look right on a 009 model, so using a shade of green that is about right, but easily obtainable and then sticking to that colour on all your locos is the way to go.

[David Prime]

Cheers Brian. Thanks and yes I realise I'm asking a very subjective question. Colour of Ffestiniog engines varied over the years.Pictures of Prince in the early years shows a very matt mid green unlined. I guess my question is to ask what is the " go to " Humbrol, Revell or other that is our 009 modellers individual preference. I was hoping to start in that area and then make my choice. Thanks again Brian for the nice reply and all the best, Dave

[Alec Hudson]

Ford Laurel Green is a good match it also looks the same as the Bachmann colour on there locos.

[David Prime]

Thank you Alec
Thats a good suggestion. I've also searched my old 009 news and an article in the news November 2021 " upgrading a Langley Prince " by Steve Nixon quotes using Precision LNER Tourist Stock Green. I think both this and your helpful suggestion Alec will set me in the right direction. Many thanks ! Dave.