Nice paint job. Though I can't help but think some detail or color was lost with by the camera. I have that problem myself. I really like your cockpit. Top notch!
I don't hang out at CSO so I'm not sure on what points they would wear you down. Personally, I paint for my own enjoyment and don't really give a hoot about the "offical" paint schemes. At the end of the day it's my figure and no one elses. I have noticed, however, how everyone seems to be hung up on the worn panelling look of thier mechs. It looks like but I think its a bit overdone.
What I really want to learn if jeweling. Anyone have a video or picture guide that demonstrates cockpit jeweling?