I used the method I described on these two. Paint was Frank Badelsons, gun sprayed over bare iron. I have painted others the exact same way (using Franks paint) starting in the early 1990's, it works VERY well if you are thorough in the details. The high gloss shine that Plasticote and others may offer might look "pretty" but if you are attempting to be as original as possible you don't want that super high gloss look, just depends on your goals.