Acrylic paint VALLEJO 71.334 Blue, 17 ml, solvent-free

VALLEJO 71.334 Blue, 17 ml is a water-based, solvent-free acrylic paint formulated for model making, miniatures and hobby painting. Supplied in a 17 ml dropper bottle, this blue shade offers consistent pigment suitable for fine detail, layering and corrective touch-ups. Designed for both brush and airbrush application, the paint produces a fast-drying, homogeneous film that preserves small sculpted or engraved details while delivering the accurate tones used in scale modelling.

Advantages

The paint is water-based and solvent-free, reducing odor and simplifying cleanup with water. It is formulated for airbrushing but also performs well with brushes when thinned appropriately. Fast drying time and good pigment concentration ensure even coverage in successive thin layers, while the dropper bottle packaging minimizes evaporation and helps preserve the paint for long-term use.

Suitable for

• Scale model aircraft, vehicles and military miniatures
• Fine-detail work on figures and dioramas
• Airbrushing base coats, shading and weathering when diluted
• Brush applications for touch-ups and small areas

Key specifications

• Type: Acrylic water-based paint, solvent-free
• Volume: 17 ml dropper bottle
• Finish: Matt
• Suitable application methods: Airbrush (when thinned) and brush
• Drying: Rapid drying to a durable, homogeneous film
• Compatibility: Can be thinned with acrylic airbrush thinner or flow improver

How to use

Shake the bottle well before use. For airbrushing, dilute the paint with a compatible acrylic airbrush thinner or flow improver to achieve the desired viscosity; recommended compressor pressure is low (around 15–20 PSI / 0.5–1 kg) for a controlled spray. Apply in several thin layers, allowing short drying times between coats to avoid obscuring details. For brush work, use thinned paint for smooth application or straight from the dropper for small touch-ups. Clean tools and airbrushes with water or an acrylic cleaner after use.

Usage recommendations

Prime the model surface before applying VALLEJO 71.334 Blue and test thinning ratios on a scrap piece to achieve the desired opacity and flow. For airbrushing, maintain low air pressure and apply multiple thin coats rather than a single heavy coat to preserve surface detail and ensure even color build-up.