Acrylic paint bottle VALLEJO 71.404 Duck Egg Blue 17 ml

VALLEJO 71.404 Duck Egg Blue is a water-based acrylic paint presented in a 17 ml eyedropper bottle designed for model making, miniatures, and hobby painting. The formulation is part of the Model Air range, developed for airbrushing and brush work, offering a matt finish with rapid drying and a uniform paint film that preserves fine surface detail. The dispenser provides consistent pigment flow for precision, small-area coverage and touch-ups while the packaging reduces evaporation to keep the paint usable over time.

Advantages

This Duck Egg Blue paint delivers a stable, matt finish with good pigment concentration suitable for thin layering or direct application. It is water-based, non-flammable and solvent-free, compatible with Vallejo airbrush thinner and flow improver for adjustable viscosity. The rapid drying properties and the eyedropper bottle format ensure accurate dosing, reduced waste and easy mixing for custom shades.

Suitable for

• Airbrushing scale models and military miniatures
• Brush painting small details on figures and dioramas
• Touch-ups, panel lines and fine layering on plastic, resin and metal models
• Craft projects where a matt, historically accurate blue tone is needed

Key specifications

• Volume: 17 ml (eyedropper bottle)
• Finish: matt
• Base: water-based acrylic
• Compatibility: suitable for airbrush or brush application; can be diluted with acrylic airbrush thinner or flow improver
• Drying: fast-drying, forms a homogeneous paint film
• Safety: non-flammable, solvent-free formulation
• Recommended air pressure for airbrushing: approximately 15–20 PSI (0.5–1 kg)

How to use

Prime the model surface before painting to ensure adhesion and even coverage. For airbrushing, thin the paint as needed with Vallejo Airbrush Thinner or Flow Improver to achieve the desired viscosity and spray pattern; set compressor pressure to about 15–20 PSI (0.5–1 kg). Apply in several thin, even layers rather than one thick coat, allowing brief drying time between passes. For brush work, use the paint directly or diluted slightly for smoother flow. Keep the eyedropper bottle closed when not in use to prevent contamination and drying.

Usage recommendations

Use a compatible primer and clean the airbrush regularly with Vallejo Airbrush Cleaner after each session. Store the bottle upright in a cool, dry place and shake well before use to ensure uniform pigment distribution. Test on a scrap piece to adjust thinning ratio and spraying distance for the desired coverage and texture.