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I need some help! I have a custom commissioned head of the new IDW Cobra Commander and I want to make his face mask chrome but have no idea how to go about it...any suggestions?? Here is a pic of the head I had commissioned

And a link to a pic of the IDW version of the commander for those who have not seen

http://www.toyzmag.com/2011/12/comics-gi-joe-le-nouveau-cobra-commander/
 

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K-Tiger

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EDIT:

I had forgotten that that Alclad was more of a bare metal simulant paint. You should be able to Krylon Fusion the head and then use chrome spray paint.
 
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K-Tiger

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The only thing that looks like vac-metalizing is vac-metalizing. The foil there is the only thing that really comes close.
 

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Check here...there's a few methods on chrome effect painting...I tnk they all use the alclad KT mentioned...

http://www.procustomizers.com/forumdisplay.php?51-Painting-Tutorials
 

SE 55

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Thanks guys!! I have been trying chrome sticker sheet that I bought for about $5 but am having no success in getting the right shape cut out. Think I am gonna go this route. This way I will be able to chrome the torso and shoulder pads as well!
 

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I have vac metaled and electroplated at home if you want me to put some tutorials. Alclad II lacquer chrome would be the easiest to do. Just hit if with gloss black then gloss clear coat. Then dust it with the chrome lacquer and when it's dries buff it out. Another way is to have someone cold cast it for you.