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Silicon · 30th Jul 2022, 5:36 pm

I think 'Wrinkle' or 'Ripple' finish is the best description for the paint type normally applied to military equipment. Also called 'Crinkle' by some.

A search for 'Crackle' finish will sometimes show a paint effect like a dried up mud pool.
This was used on some Hallicrafters SX-28 receivers.

30th Jul 2022, 5:36 pm	#3
Silicon Nonode Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Coulsdon, London, UK. Posts: 2,163	Re: RCA AR88 Comms Receiver. Painting the case. I think 'Wrinkle' or 'Ripple' finish is the best description for the paint type normally applied to military equipment. Also called 'Crinkle' by some. A search for 'Crackle' finish will sometimes show a paint effect like a dried up mud pool. This was used on some Hallicrafters SX-28 receivers.