Acrylic paint VALLEJO 71.412 — 17 ml bottle, Blue (VVS Grey Blue)

VALLEJO 71.412 — 17 ml bottle, Blue (VVS Grey Blue) is a water-based acrylic model paint formulated for scale models, miniatures and hobby projects. Supplied in a 17 ml bottle with a dropper-style dispenser, this matt Model Air colour is suitable for both airbrushing and brush application. The paint is designed to deliver rapid drying, a uniform film and excellent detail retention on plastic, metal and resin surfaces. It belongs to a range developed from historical military colour research and provides a historically informed grey-blue tone for accurate modelling finishes.

Advantages

The dropper-style 17 ml bottle ensures precise dispensing and reduces waste while preserving the remaining paint. The water-based acrylic formulation is non-flammable and free of solvents, which simplifies handling and cleaning. Model Air colours are engineered to dry quickly into a homogenous, durable film that maintains fine surface detail. The paint is compatible with thinning for airbrushing and can be applied in multiple thin layers for controlled coverage and colour depth.

Suitable for

• Airbrushing military and civilian scale models at 1:72–1:32 scales
• Painting miniatures, figures and display pieces requiring a grey-blue base
• Detailing and touch-ups on plastic, resin and metal model parts
• Layering and shading in hobby and diorama projects

Key specifications

• Colour family: grey-blue (VVS Grey Blue)
• Finish: matt
• Base: water-based acrylic
• Volume: 17 ml (0.57 fl. oz.)
• Application methods: airbrush or brush
• Drying: rapid drying to a uniform film
• Compatibility: suitable for plastic, metal and resin surfaces; can be thinned with airbrush thinner or flow improver
• Packaging: bottle with dropper-style dispenser to prevent evaporation

How to use

Prime the model surface before painting to ensure adhesion and colour fidelity. For airbrushing, thin the paint with a suitable acrylic airbrush thinner or flow improver and spray at a recommended compressor pressure of about 15–20 PSI (0.5–1 kg). Apply in several thin layers, allowing each layer to dry before adding the next, to achieve even coverage without obscuring detail. For brush application, use thin coats and allow rapid drying between layers. Clean tools and airbrush components with an appropriate water-based cleaner after use.

Usage recommendations

Use light, multiple passes when airbrushing to avoid pooling; store bottles upright with the dropper closed to maintain paint quality. For best results on historical models, test the colour on a scrap surface and adjust thinning rate to match the desired opacity and flow.