> Are the cowling and metal panels forward of the cockpit on the Sopwith
> Camel aluminum or steel? How were they finished?
>
Looking at various photos, it appeared that they were steel. Better
shots did show 'burnishing' marks. Subtle, but definite. As for finish, I
saw pics with both natural metal and painted. A few squadrons, I think,
painted the forward panels garishly.
But, there are others more knowledgeable than I on Camel markings....
Erik
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