tinned segmentata - any evidence?

[Magnus]

Thanks for posting those pictures Sean. They prove my point exactly.

When in direct sunlight, the armour looks shiny, as we can see in those photos. However, closer examination proves without a doubt that in normal lighting conditions out of direct sunlight, the armour is clearly dark in colour. All artistic depictions show the armour being one colour...not dark with highlighted areas. Thus the armour simply can't be forge blackened or blued, otherwise the visual evidence we have would clearly show that.

Also interesting to note that with minimal light, tinned or matte finished armour looks bright regardless.

Out of curiousity, what's easier for you guys to do...tinned seggie plates or blackened/oiled/waxed?

What method have you found holds up better to abuse and normal wear?