been thinking of trying anew line of paint.I have been using tamiya for years but need more variety of colors.So what is everybody' preference, Model Air, AK, or the newAmmo by Mig . Need advice before diving in.
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Rforand

Joined: July 14, 2013
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Posted: Wednesday, May 14, 2014 - 05:47 AM UTC

retiredyank

Joined: June 29, 2009
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Posted: Wednesday, May 14, 2014 - 06:04 AM UTC
You could always mix your Tamiya paints for more shades. Games Workshop is debatabley the best acrylic. I used them years ago and was very happy with the result. Vallejo has an excellent line and I would recommend them. There are a few issues, here and there but you will find that with any brand of paint.

VintageRPM

Joined: November 28, 2010
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Posted: Wednesday, May 14, 2014 - 10:03 AM UTC
Airbrushing: Tamiya & Model Master Acrylic
Brush: Vallejo & Reaper
Spray can: Tamiya lacquer
Brush: Vallejo & Reaper
Spray can: Tamiya lacquer

Tojo72

Joined: June 06, 2006
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Posted: Wednesday, May 14, 2014 - 10:32 AM UTC
Modelmaster Enamel has a pretty extensive line also

Jedge3

Joined: July 17, 2010
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Posted: Wednesday, May 14, 2014 - 11:13 AM UTC
I use vallejo air/model color and AK/Ammo. I have little issue with any of them. I thin them all a little as I have found even the AK/Ammo can get thick. I have not had good experiences with enamels. I have only used certain lacquers like Alclad and some Mr. Hobby with no issues.

smithrp

Joined: November 28, 2009
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Posted: Wednesday, May 14, 2014 - 11:18 AM UTC
Hi: looks like you are favouring water based paints. Take a look at Lifecolor. Lucky models has the complete line and very well priced. Awesome paints

dvarettoni

Joined: September 28, 2005
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Posted: Friday, May 16, 2014 - 08:38 AM UTC
jeff have you had any problems with the new ammo paints ???
i was using the new Modern Russian Camo and had problems with the dark green it left spots!!!had a friend that had the same problem with 2 of the colores in the set
thanks dave
i was using the new Modern Russian Camo and had problems with the dark green it left spots!!!had a friend that had the same problem with 2 of the colores in the set
thanks dave



SSGToms

Joined: April 02, 2005
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Posted: Friday, May 16, 2014 - 08:51 AM UTC
Got to go with Vallejo Modelcolor and Modelair for range of color and product. New Ammo by Mig for weathering products and specialty paint packs.
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