Sometimes, those of us who have been around modelling for years tend to forget that there are many techniques which raise a blank look when they are mentioned - particularly for those new o the hobby. One such word is Filters. Many times on the forums, the question is asked, What are filters?....

In essence, a filter is simply a wash applied over a finished model, which allows a camouflage finish to 'blend' in - oftening the demarcation between the colors and creating a more uniform tonality. The technique is no difficult to do, but can be difficult to do 'convincingly'. Now a new announcement from Mig Productions may just make life a little easier...

A few years ago,it is no exaggeration to say that Mig transformed AFV modelling with the introduction of their range of weathering powders which was a simple and quick way to apply such effects as soot, dust and even rust on a vehicle model. Now Mig Productions have taken the whole subject of weathering and finishing a stage further with a new product range: SIN INDUSTRIES Filters range...



To quote from Mig's Press release:

The Filters differ from the Pigments because they are used to accomplish a popular wet painting technique. The filter is a method that was developed and introduced to scale modellers by Mig Jimenez 10 years ago. Now Sin Industries offers, to all scale modellers, this incredible product that is properly mixed and ready for use. The German Filters set contains the first 3 colours specifically designed for German subjects. The three colours included are for models containing panzer grey, dark
yellow and three-tone camouflage finishes. The German Filters set also includes a
small bonus guide to help modellers both understand and properly apply the filter.
This successful product will finally eliminate many questions modellers have regarding this important finishing technique.

There you have it. The first (of presumably) several fiter sets is:

P243 NEW GERMAN FILTERS SET (13 Euros)

Now this may just be a huge development in the way we look at weathering. More Importantly, I believe this will allow less-experienced modellers to use a technique which for many, is a daunting 'leap' into the unknown...

Once again, my thanks to Miguel 'Mig' Jimenez for the images and information...

To see these, and the many other products available, the company website is here:

Mig Productions' Website