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Vallejo - Model Color Basic Colors USA Set | Modeling Acrylic Paints | 16 Bottles x 18 ml (0.60 fl.oz.)
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- Model color has been formulated with permanent pigments for fine arts; all colors are completely lightfast and opaque
- The consistency of Model color allows for an extremely smooth and uniform paint film, with no trace of brushstrokes
- The water based formula of Model color has been specifically developed for adherence on difficult surfaces such as metal and plastic
- - ALL PAINTS CAN BE DILUTED WITH WATER - They are waterbased paints which are non-toxic and non-flammable
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| Product Dimensions | 8.5 x 6.5 x 1 inches |
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| Item model number | VJ70140 |
| ASIN | B009162PWU |
| Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 10.4 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Vallejo |
| Date First Available | January 30, 2013 |
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Water-based Acrylicos Vallejo Model Colors were developed specifically for brush application, and provide uniform coverage even on difficult-to-cover surfaces, such as metal and plastic. Model Color dries to a durable, waterproof matte finish, with little trace of brush strokes. Non-toxic and odor-free . . . cleans up easily with water. Sets include 17 ml (approx. half-ounce) squeeze bottles with removable dropper-style tips that allow brush dipping or drop-by-drop dispensing. See below for set contents.
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Acrylicos Vallejo The Vallejo company was registered in New Jersey, U.S.A., in the year 1965. In these early years it specialized in the manufacture of colors for animated films (cartoons). The most sustained expansion of Vallejo started in the nineties, beginning with the introduction of new products directed at the Model painting and Hobby sector. The company became the first specialist in acrylic colors, with a long and varied experience in all aspects of this branch of manufacturing. Model color Paint. A range of 218 acrylic colors, very highly pigmented, formulated for models and miniatures. Model Color is indicated for all surfaces, and especially formulated to adhere to plastics and polyesters.
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Customers find these paints excellent for miniature work, particularly on resin, plastic, and metal models, and appreciate their value for money as a fantastic starter set. The paint set includes 16 well-pigmented colors that work well on first miniatures, with good coverage and smooth application that goes on easily. The thickness receives mixed feedback - while some find it easy to thin with water, others say it's too thick.
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Customers find these paints excellent, with one customer specifically noting their suitability for resin, plastic, and metal miniature work.
"These are excellent paints. I'm new to miniature model painting but these paints are awesome compared to a few others I was trying...." Read more
"Great paint for models and top quality. Very good coverage. Works great with brushes or thinned for air brush work." Read more
"These are great starter paints, but very basic and limited colors. Have pretty good coverage and work as designed...." Read more
"...The result was pleasing! Excellent paints for figurines. Easy to choose a color, mix well, cover the previous layer of paint well." Read more
Customers find this paint set to be a good value, describing it as a fantastic starter set for miniatures and models.
"...scale models while maintaining a large selection of colors at a reasonable price...." Read more
"...THE PERFECT BASIC SET TO GET YOU STARTED. I recommend any new or moderately experienced painters to check out Kujo Painting on Youtube...." Read more
"Vallejo does a great job with its paintings, and this set is no exception, it allows to combine and create another colors...." Read more
"This is a solid starter set for painting miniatures or models...." Read more
Customers appreciate the paint set's color selection, noting it comes with 16 well-pigmented options that work well together.
"...Outside of pricing, what you get for your money is some of the best color, coverage, and smoothness of any paint, though like every acrylic product,..." Read more
"...The result was pleasing! Excellent paints for figurines. Easy to choose a color, mix well, cover the previous layer of paint well." Read more
"...The set comes with 16 colors, and I think what's included is all I really need...." Read more
"...and this set is no exception, it allows to combine and create another colors. The results are great, as always." Read more
Customers find that the paint works well, particularly for miniature painting, with one customer noting its effectiveness when mixed for airbrushing.
"Great paint for models and top quality. Very good coverage. Works great with brushes or thinned for air brush work." Read more
"...Have pretty good coverage and work as designed. Great for someone just getting into mini painting, but as you advance your paints will too." Read more
"...So I had to edit it with Vallejo paints. The result was pleasing! Excellent paints for figurines...." Read more
"...The metallics (silver and gold) have been working pretty well, though I notice they do separate if you leave some out on your wet pallet overnight...." Read more
Customers appreciate the paint's coverage, noting that it spreads well on miniatures and plastic surfaces.
"...of pricing, what you get for your money is some of the best color, coverage, and smoothness of any paint, though like every acrylic product, do not..." Read more
"Great paint for models and top quality. Very good coverage. Works great with brushes or thinned for air brush work." Read more
"...Have pretty good coverage and work as designed. Great for someone just getting into mini painting, but as you advance your paints will too." Read more
"...The paints themselves have pretty good coverage, if not on the first coat, then definitely on the second or third, depending how dark your undercoat..." Read more
Customers find the paint set easy to use and apply smoothly, making it perfect for beginners.
"...He has AMAZING, SHORT tutorials, that will help you understand how to mix colors, as well as how to paint textures like leather, metals, skin, even..." Read more
"Very easy to use. Can be thinned for smoother application. Recommend to clear coat for any item that will endure handling, as it rubs off easily." Read more
"...They are so easy to use and they spray great through most brushes with little to no need for thinning...." Read more
"...A very reasonable price for paint of this quality. It applies smoothly, evenly, and works great for both dry brushing, and when thinned with water...." Read more
Customers appreciate the paint's smoothness, describing it as silky and easy to apply, with one customer noting its creamy consistency.
"...They're not cheap but the quality is great. They paint on smooth with small brushes and also easily dilute with water for an airbrush..." Read more
"...get for your money is some of the best color, coverage, and smoothness of any paint, though like every acrylic product, do not think you can use..." Read more
"...like Apple Cart or DecoArt in terms of sheerness, coverage, and texture. One coat is usually good enough, and it is not necessary to add any water...." Read more
"...Otherwise these paints are nice and dry smooth (I havent had any issues with paint strokes though I've only used red so far) and Matt, though they..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the paint's thickness, with some finding it easy to thin with water while others report it being too thick.
"...Very good coverage. Works great with brushes or thinned for air brush work." Read more
"...and Matt, though they seem a little on the thin side so I'd advise others to be careful about the amount of moisture in..." Read more
"Very easy to use. Can be thinned for smoother application. Recommend to clear coat for any item that will endure handling, as it rubs off easily." Read more
"...They are accurate, they layer just fine, they are the right thickness in my opinion, and dry time isn’t that long as long as you don’t glop it on." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2025Style: Model Color Basic Colors USA SetVerified PurchaseThese are excellent paints. I'm new to miniature model painting but these paints are awesome compared to a few others I was trying. They're not cheap but the quality is great. They paint on smooth with small brushes and also easily dilute with water for an airbrush (where they go on so smooth).
- Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2023Style: Model Color Basic Colors USA SetVerified PurchaseIf you are looking at this because you have never had a box of paint from Vallejo, I can say without a doubt that in terms of quality their Model Color paint line is above and beyond the best paint money can buy for painting miniatures and scale models while maintaining a large selection of colors at a reasonable price. Initially, for around 25-30 dollars I was very skeptical about these assorted paint sets but breaking the math down at the current listed price of $26.17 for 16 paints it comes out to ~$1.63 per paint, which is at least a dollar better than what any game store I've been to will sell these to you for on an individual basis, with retail outlets like Hobby Lobby charging as much as $5 a dropper bottle of the same size.
Outside of pricing, what you get for your money is some of the best color, coverage, and smoothness of any paint, though like every acrylic product, do not think you can use this straight out the bottle, thin your paints with water, or, PREFERABLY something like Vallejo Glaze Medium for longer usability on the palette and better, smoother texture from the brush.
I got this box because it comes with a nice medium tone, Flat Red color as well as the coveted Yellow Ochre which pretty much has the best opacity and deepest yellow out of any yellow paint I've ever tried, along with other great paints like basic blues, greens, and everything else you need to paint just about anything you can think of. I use these for both brushing and airbrushing just fine and again, so long as you thin them respectively for either medium they're perfect.
If you've never tried Vallejo, get this box. If you have Vallejo and are looking for more colors, get this box.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2025Style: Model Color Basic Colors USA SetVerified PurchaseGreat paint for models and top quality. Very good coverage. Works great with brushes or thinned for air brush work.
- Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2024Style: Model Color Basic Colors USA SetVerified PurchaseThese are great starter paints, but very basic and limited colors. Have pretty good coverage and work as designed. Great for someone just getting into mini painting, but as you advance your paints will too.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2024Style: Model Color Basic Colors USA SetVerified PurchaseBought a Hagrid figurine from Schleich. But the figurine was very poorly painted. So I had to edit it with Vallejo paints. The result was pleasing! Excellent paints for figurines. Easy to choose a color, mix well, cover the previous layer of paint well.
Bought a Hagrid figurine from Schleich. But the figurine was very poorly painted. So I had to edit it with Vallejo paints. The result was pleasing! Excellent paints for figurines. Easy to choose a color, mix well, cover the previous layer of paint well.
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- Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2021Style: Model Color Basic Colors USA SetVerified PurchaseI actually took a risk and bought these "used like new" to save a few bucks. The packing has a heavy, not pleasant or unpleasant smell, like the original purchaser spilled some perfume or essential oils onto the outer box?
Who cares!? The paints themselves are perfect!!! Nothing dried out, all paints appear full. I was very pleased. I cannot and will not spend hundreds of bucks to paint a few $5 minis. I MAY go pick up 3-5 more colors at Hobby Lobby (maybe), but honestly, if used on a simple wet palette (you can learn how to make on Youtube--all you need is a small tray, paper towels, and baking parchment paper), this color collection can REALLY give you everything you need to make any color you are looking for. THE PERFECT BASIC SET TO GET YOU STARTED.
I recommend any new or moderately experienced painters to check out Kujo Painting on Youtube. He has AMAZING, SHORT tutorials, that will help you understand how to mix colors, as well as how to paint textures like leather, metals, skin, even fabric patterns like "plaid" on a smooth 25mm-28mm miniature surface. Best tutorials on Youtube, I feel like I checked out ALL they other mini artists, Kujo Painting is far and away the best (and he uses tons of Vallejo products, he really likes the paints with their pigments & consistency). Good luck, painter friends!💖
- Reviewed in the United States on July 25, 2019Style: Model Color Basic Colors USA SetVerified PurchaseI'd heard good things about this particular set, and I decided to get this for my start into miniature painting. The paints themselves have pretty good coverage, if not on the first coat, then definitely on the second or third, depending how dark your undercoat is and how much you thin the paints.
The metallics (silver and gold) have been working pretty well, though I notice they do separate if you leave some out on your wet pallet overnight. Mixes back up fairly well afterward in spite of that.
The set comes with 16 colors, and I think what's included is all I really need. If I need something that's not quite in the box, it's very easy to mix these up on the pallet to get exactly what I want. Some of the recipes I've used include:
-Red + brown = oxblood
-Black + white = gray (I've seen people complain about the lack of gray, but it's so simple to mix your own)
-Silver + black + maybe a bit of white = gunmetal
-Silver + gray = steel
-Brown + buff (a sort of khaki color) = a lovely beige
-Red + a bit of orange = a lighter, more medieval sort of red
-Pine green + yellow ochre = a summer grass color (drybrush it with yellow ochre afterward to enhance the effect)
Just fiddle around with the proportions until it looks right, then paint away!
- Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2024Style: Model Color Basic Colors USA SetVerified PurchaseVallejo does a great job with its paintings, and this set is no exception, it allows to combine and create another colors. The results are great, as always.
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Vanessa A. V.Reviewed in Spain on February 4, 20255.0 out of 5 stars Muy buena calidad relación precio
Style: Model Color Basic Colors USA SetVerified PurchaseUna pintura excelente y además con muy buena cobertura. En colores claros sí que hay que dar más capas.
Una pintura excelente y además con muy buena cobertura. En colores claros sí que hay que dar más capas.5.0 out of 5 stars
Vanessa A. V.Muy buena calidad relación precio
Reviewed in Spain on February 4, 2025
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MichaelReviewed in Germany on June 10, 20215.0 out of 5 stars Super Qualität und top Preis-Leistungsverhältnis
Style: Model Color Basic Colors USA SetVerified PurchaseIch habe mir die Farben bestellt weil ich diese bei einem Youtuber gesehen habe und mir diese von der Verarbeitung her gefielen. Das tun sie auch in der Realität und dazu haben sie eine sehr hohe Deckkraft. Der etwas höhere Preis ist somit meiner Meinung nach auch gerechtfertigt. Ebenfalls lassen sich die Farben sehr schön dosieren und auch mit der Airbrush (verdünnt) verarbeiten. Mit Hilfe eines Haartrockner trocknen die Farben in sehr kurzer Zeit so dass man in einer Session auch sehr viel schaffen kann. Ganz klare Kaufempfehlung.
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Amazon CustomerReviewed in the United Arab Emirates on November 21, 20235.0 out of 5 stars للمجسمات ممتاز
Style: Model Color Basic Colors USA SetVerified Purchaseتم التوصيل في الموعد
Dennis LöfbergReviewed in Sweden on May 30, 20245.0 out of 5 stars Best paint brand according to tests
Style: Model Color Basic Colors USA SetVerified PurchaseGreat
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MatteoReviewed in Italy on May 9, 20245.0 out of 5 stars I migliori colori per il modellismo
Style: Model Color Basic Colors USA SetVerified PurchasePratica confezione di 16 colori per modellismo. Hanno una buona resa su modellini in plastica.








