Liquid chrome is actually better in terms of natural metal finish than many model paints. I really like it, because it's easily applicable and can be cleaned relatively easily with lacquer thinner. The finish is shiny and durable. It's great to work with but sometimes the liquid chrome can dry on the tip. The marker tip doesn't leave strokes either and the marker itself easier to control. I've used it to paint fine details such as wiring in wheel bays and ejection seat belt buckles.