Water-based paint VALLEJO 77.724 Silver 32 ml (liquid, solvent-free)

VALLEJO 77.724 Silver is a water-based, solvent-free metallic paint supplied in a 32 ml bottle and formulated for modelling, miniatures and hobby craft. Part of the Metal Color line, this silver uses aluminium pigments to deliver a bright, reflective metallic finish that preserves fine surface detail and forms a uniform, self-leveling film. The liquid formulation is suitable for brush work and airbrushing when thinned correctly, allowing precise layering and blending on small-scale projects without resorting to solvent-based enamels.

Advantages

This water-based silver offers high reflectivity and fast drying while remaining solvent-free, reducing odour and compatibility concerns. The aluminium pigment provides an authentic metallic appearance with strong covering power and smooth self-leveling properties. It maintains surface detail and is compatible with common preparation and finishing techniques used in modelling, including thinning for airbrush use and mixing with other water-based ranges for custom tones.

Suitable for

• Scale models and aircraft replicas requiring metallic finishes
• Miniatures and figures where precise metallic highlights are needed
• Hobby and craft projects using brush or airbrush techniques
• Layering, glazing and weathering when combined with compatible water-based products

Key specifications

• Finish: Metallic silver with high reflectivity
• Formulation: Water-based, solvent-free
• Pigment type: Aluminium-based metallic pigment
• Volume: 32 ml liquid bottle
• Application methods: Brush application; airbrushable when thinned
• Drying: Fast drying; touch-dry quickly and reaches greater resistance within hours
• Film properties: Homogeneous, self-leveling layer that preserves fine details

How to use

For brush application, shake the bottle gently and apply thin, even coats, allowing each layer to dry before adding the next to avoid clogging fine detail. For airbrushing, dilute the paint in the airbrush cup with appropriate water-based airbrush thinner or flow improver to achieve the desired viscosity; recommended compressor settings are approximately 15–20 psi (0.5–1 kg). Apply multiple light passes rather than a single heavy coat to maintain metallic sheen and avoid pooling. Allow adequate drying time between layers and before masking—wait about 12 hours before applying masks to ensure the film has set.

Usage recommendations

To maximise metallic effect on aircraft and similar components, prime the surface with a gloss black primer before applying the silver. For airbrush maintenance use a dedicated water-based cleaner and, if needed, tint Metal Color shades with compatible water-based ranges for custom tones. Allow at least 12 hours drying before masking and consider a protective gloss metal varnish for additional durability.