Vallejo Metallic Paint Set for Miniatures — 8 x 18 ml, Smooth Airbrush-Ready Coverage

Vallejo Game Colour Metallic is an eight-colour acrylic metallic paint set made for crisp, smooth metallic finishes on miniatures and scale models.

These airbrush‑ready, water‑based acrylics come in 18 ml squeeze bottles and cover classic metallic tones—from bright silver to hammered copper—designed to give small‑scale figures vivid, consistent metallic coverage with fast drying times and low odour. The set includes a printed colour chart and step instructions to help both new and experienced painters reproduce reliable metallic effects and speed up workflow across plastics, resins, and metal figures.

How well do these metallics cover tiny details and textured surfaces?

Vallejo metallics are formulated for high pigment consistency so they sit evenly over details without clogging creases or obscuring sculpt lines. They lay down smoothly when thinned correctly and can be layered or glazed for highlights and depth.

• High pigment load for opaque coverage on first or second coats
• Thin with water or Vallejo thinner for transparent glazes
• Retains detail when brushed or airbrushed; minimal graininess

Which miniature materials and painting techniques work best with this set?

This collection is suitable for plastic, resin, metal, and 3D‑printed miniatures—use straight from the bottle for narrow highlights, or dilute for washes and airbrush base coats. They pair well with primers, varnishes, and standard hobby mediums for weathering and advanced metallic effects.

• Brush painting for targeted highlights and edges
• Airbrushing for even base coats and subtle gradients
• Mix with mediums for glazes, washes, or non‑metallic blends

How fast do these paints dry and how do they behave for layering?

These water‑based acrylics dry quickly—often within about an hour under normal conditions—allowing you to build layers without long waits. Fast drying helps when you need to add shading, highlights, or protective varnish, but thinning is recommended to maintain smooth transitions and avoid visible brush marks.

• Approximate dry time: ~1 hour depending on coat thickness
• Good for wet‑blending when slightly thinned
• Topcoat compatibility: acrylic varnishes and sealers

What specific colours are included and how do they differ?

The set gives eight distinct metallic finishes spanning silver, golds, bronze, brass, copper, and tin—each with a unique sheen for contrast and realism. Together they provide options for armor, weapons, ornaments, and weathered metallics on fantasy and wargame miniatures.

• 72.052 Silver — neutral bright silver for highlights
• 72.053 Chainmail Silver — slightly darker, matte silver for scale mail effects
• 72.055 Polished Gold and 72.056 Glorious Gold — two gold tones for contrast
• 72.057 Bright Bronze, 72.058 Brassy Brass, 72.059 Hammered Copper — warm metallics with varying warmth and texture
• 72.060 Tinny Tin — pale, dull silver for aged or painted metal looks

Who is this set for? Miniature painters, tabletop gamers, scale modellers, and hobbyists seeking a compact, versatile metallic palette will find this Vallejo set useful. It fits into kits for Warhammer, D&D, historical miniatures, and sci‑fi models, and is also handy for speed‑painting sessions, dioramas, and cosplay prop accents. Note that packaging may vary during Vallejo's rebranding transition, but the paint formulations remain consistent and hobby‑grade.