@Der:
That’s why I’m resistant to painting mine - I’m always explaining which ship is which as it is. I finally color coded the tips of the ships - not historical but practical.
I’m still working on painting. I’m not even going to attempt painting everything. I’m at the point where the ones I do have painted will be used as “veteran” units. They will be mostly for eye candy and just for fun.
There are some damn fine painters here and I totally respect thier work. However there is no way I’m spending the time and effort to decal units. Unfortunately to realize my complete vision of the perfect Axis & Allies set I’d have to spend a fortune to get all decals I need plus some nicer equipment and tools for painting and modding.