Question: what colour is the Millenium Falcon?

[M-bot]

OK, this might seem like a stupid question. The explanation - I'm doing a custom paint job on a model of the Falcon and I'm having a bit of trouble discerning it's exact colour. I am aware that there are some differently coloured panels here and there, so I'm talking about the bulk of the external panels.

I've poured over heaps of Google image search pics, and as far I can tell, it's an off-white or very light grey, with a very slight tan/brown tinge. I can get that kind of effect from a very light grey with a brush over with a brown wash, to "dirty" it up.

What do you guys think? Any views on the colour?

[gamblor916]

I'm about to build an X-wing and the same thing applies. I think just go with dirty off white. Prime with black and apply white mixed with a bit of tan.
Disclaimer: this is what I intend to do but I haven't tried it yet.

[M-bot]

I'm about to build an X-wing and the same thing applies. I think just go with dirty off white. Prime with black and apply white mixed with a bit of tan.
Disclaimer: this is what I intend to do but I haven't tried it yet.

That sounds about right. I'm using a pre-shading technique to make it look more worn (a less subtle version that what I did on my G2 Grimlock). Giving it a worn look can hide a multitude of sins

Thanks Gamblor

[Bladestorm]

I'd say off white/cream (with a grey/blue hue in it) with a bit of grey/black smoke/wear and maybe some sandy browns as well...

That's how the Hot Toys Millenium Falcon was coloured anyways and it looked pretty amazing...



I guess the thing is if you are going for the more authentic worn down old freighter look it will have a lot of wear and tear showing on it...

[M-bot]

I'll definitely be using that pic for reference. That model is awesome!!

Thanks Bladestorm

[Bladestorm]

I have a few more pics of that beauty on my flickr account as well M-bot. If you want me to post more of the Hot Toys Millennium Falcon ones here let me know.

It really was a sight to behold!