Very nice and subtle soot and wear.

Just started to follow this thread.
Read it with a lot of interest, Allan, and I have to say that you did a great job.
Like others, I also was impressed by your approach of applying the antenna wire.
For sure I'm going to try this method as well.

Thanks John, ----------
Thanks Tom, too late for me now but I hope this info' will help someone, here's a pic to show the difference ! ------- and a bit more dirtying !

3 attached images. Click to enlarge.

Thank you Spiros.

I agree with everyone else, Allan (@kalamazoo), this is a superb build. The low-angle photo from the front is great.

Hi Allan @kalamazoo!
Apart from the great result, I would like to praise your excellent and detailed presentation!
It was a pleasure to read and follow along your build!

Thank you Spiros, ----------------
Thank you John.