Paint Set VALLEJO Model Color 70.149 — Napoleonic Colors French & British 1789–1815 (16 x 18 ml)

VALLEJO Model Color 70.149 — Napoleonic Colors French & British 1789–1815 is a set of 16 acrylic paints in 18 ml bottles designed for historical miniature painting. The collection gathers period-appropriate tones used on French and British uniforms, equipment and accoutrements from the late 18th to early 19th century, supplied with an eyedropper-style bottle and a printed color chart to aid matching and mixing.

Advantages

The set offers a compact palette of durable, water-based acrylics formulated for model figures and dioramas. Colors are ready to use from the bottle, while also allowing easy thinning and mixing for washes, glazes and layered painting techniques. The included color chart simplifies selection and helps achieve consistent historical tones across multiple figures or elements.

Suitable for

• Painting Napoleonic-era miniatures representing French and British forces (1789–1815)
• Figure hobbyists and wargamers seeking historically appropriate base and highlight colors
• Restoring or detailing small-scale uniforms, equipment and diorama elements
• Mixing custom shades, washes and weathering effects for models and accessories

When it may not be suitable

This set is focused on uniform and equipment colors from a specific historical period and may not cover non-historical or highly specialized color schemes. If you require fluorescent, metallic specialty effects beyond the included brass and oily steel tones, or very large-area coverage for bases and terrain, additional paints and primers will be needed.

Key specifications

• Paint type: water-based acrylic model paint
• Number of colors: 16
• Container volume: 18 ml per bottle (eyedropper-style)
• Finish types: matte and metallic tones included
• Intended use: miniatures, figures, dioramas and model detailing
• Color range includes whites, reds, blues, greens, browns, greys and metallics

How to use

Shake each bottle before use and apply directly with a fine brush. For thinner coats or translucent layers, dilute with water or an acrylic thinner recommended by the manufacturer. Use successive thin layers to build opaque coverage and blend highlights. Clean brushes with water immediately after use. Apply a suitable primer to plastic or metal figures before painting for optimal adhesion; finish with a matte or protective varnish when painting is complete.

What to consider before purchase

• Set focuses on French and British Napoleonic-era colors (1789–1815)
• Includes 16 reference colors but not every possible historical shade or specialty effect
• Additional primers, varnishes and specialty paints may be required for complete projects
• Bottles are eyedropper-style and sized for miniature painting; plan quantities for large projects accordingly

Usage recommendations

For accurate results, test colors on a spare figure or plastic card using the included chart as a guide. Use thin multiple layers instead of single heavy coats, and combine the sets metallic tones with a matte varnish to temper shine for realistic finishes.