Acrylic Paint Set VALLEJO Game Color Leather Set 4 x 18 ml (72.385)

VALLEJO Game Color Leather Set 4 x 18 ml contains four water-based acrylic colors formulated for painting leather surfaces on miniatures, models and figures. These highly pigmented paints are designed to deliver fast drying times, smooth coverage and straightforward mixing behavior, making them suitable for basecoating, shading and highlighting leather textures in tabletop gaming and scale modelling applications.

Advantages

The set provides a coherent range of leather tones that work together for realistic color transitions. Each 18 ml bottle is water-thinned and compatible with common hobby thinners and varnishes. The high pigment load ensures good opacity and vibrant results even with thin layers, while the fast drying profile helps speed up the painting workflow. The paints are formulated for easy layering and glazing to achieve depth and worn effects on straps, boots and armor.

Suitable for

• Painting leather details on tabletop miniatures and wargaming figures
• Scale models requiring natural leather tones, such as historical figures and dioramas
• Hobby projects that need basecoats, shading and highlights for straps, belts and footwear
• Techniques like layering, glazing and drybrushing to simulate wear and texture

When it may not be suitable

This set focuses specifically on leather tones and may not include colors needed for full miniature painting palettes such as metals, skin tones or bright primary colors. Users requiring a broader color range will need additional paints for complete figures. Also, these water-based acrylics dry relatively quickly; working times for extensive blending are shorter than with slow-dry or solvent-based paints.

Key specifications

• Type: water-based acrylic paints
• Volume per bottle: 18 ml
• Number of colors: 4
• Finish: matte to satin depending on application and varnish
• Application: brush, airbrush after suitable thinning
• Drying behavior: fast drying, suitable for layering and glazing

How to use

Shake each bottle before use and apply directly with a sable or synthetic brush. Thin with water or a compatible acrylic thinner for smoother application or airbrushing. Use the darker tones from the set for basecoating and shadows, then apply lighter tones for layering and highlights. For a worn leather look, employ glazing to build subtle color transitions and finish with an appropriate varnish to protect the paint and adjust sheen.

What to consider before purchase

• Set contains only leather tones; additional colors may be needed for complete miniature painting
• Fast drying time can limit blending; consider using retarders or wet palettes for extended working time
• Requires standard hobby brushes and optional thinners or varnishes for advanced techniques

Usage recommendations

For best results on miniature leather, prime the model with a neutral primer, apply a mid-tone leather color as a base, then develop shadows and highlights by layering the set's darker and lighter shades. Seal finished areas with a matte or satin varnish to simulate natural leather sheen and protect painted surfaces during handling.