Acrylic paint VALLEJO 71.304 Blue 17 ml liquid, solvent-free

VALLEJO 71.304 Blue is a 17 ml liquid acrylic paint formulated for hobbyists and modelers who require a solvent-free, water-based option for precise detailing. Part of VALLEJO's Model Air range, this blue shade is designed to deliver a matt finish with rapid drying and stable film formation, preserving fine surface detail on miniatures, scale models and small components. Supplied in a small bottle for controlled application, it is compatible with common hobby primers and water-based thinners and is suitable for both airbrushing and brush work.

Advantages

This liquid acrylic is solvent-free and water-based, minimizing odor and simplifying cleanup. The formulation yields a matt finish that dries quickly and forms a uniform, resistant paint film while maintaining detail on fine surfaces. The small 17 ml package enables precise application and economical use for touch-ups, layering and detail work. Compatibility with Vallejo airbrush thinners and flow improvers provides flexibility for different application techniques.

Suitable for

• Airbrushing small- to medium-scale models and miniatures
• Brush painting fine details and touch-ups on models and figures
• Layering and glazing techniques that require thin, controlled coats
• Hobby projects where a matt, historically accurate military blue is needed

Key specifications

• Volume: 17 ml
• Type: Liquid acrylic, water-based, solvent-free
• Finish: Matt
• Compatibility: Works with water-based thinners, airbrush flow improvers and common hobby primers
• Drying: Rapid drying to a resistant paint film

How to use

Shake the bottle before use to ensure an even pigment distribution. For airbrushing, thin with an appropriate airbrush thinner or Vallejo Flow Improver to achieve the desired viscosity and set compressor pressure in the typical range for Model Air paints; apply in several thin coats rather than a single heavy layer to preserve detail. For brush application use undiluted or slightly thinned paint and work with thin layers, allowing each coat to dry before applying the next. Clean tools and airbrush with water or a suitable airbrush cleaner after use.

Usage recommendations

Prime surfaces before painting to improve adhesion and uniform coverage. When airbrushing, use low to moderate pressure and multiple light passes; when brushing, use fine brushes for details and allow full drying between coats to avoid lifting or visible brushstrokes.