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Originally posted by Dantes:
Remember also when considering photos: Most are of high ranking aces like Georges Guynemer. I figure figures like him would have thier planes kept in the best care possible: And it still looks worn.

Of course, one could argue that only the vets would have a worn looking plane. The new fliers with nice shiny machines would not last long enough to dirty them up!

Take your pick I guess. ;\)
Exactly the points I wanted to make. Thanks for the pics Buzzsaw, the second one especially.
Boils down to a choice then, as both options seem realistic.