Missing Paint on Rifle (1 Viewer)

[SGT Rock]

I have some missing paint on the rifle of KX006 (Marching Rough Rider) which is sold by KingsX (K&C). Can anyone recommend what kind of paint I should use to repair it? Thank you.

 

[thebritfarmer]

I believe for K&C figures Vallejo paints are the way to go.

 

[Scarlet Pimpernel]

Vallejo Gun Metal Grey does appear to match K&C barrels.

 

[SGT Rock]

Thank you Scarlet Pimpernel and Britfarmer. Couple more questions. 1) What size brush should I use, and 2) can you recommend a website to purchase these items from? Thanks again.

 

[thebritfarmer]

I buy mine from Walmart and I am not sure of sizes, I just pick the ones that look the right size for the job. I defer to the guys who have more knowledge on this subject.

 

[Scarlet Pimpernel]

Actually, I take the brushes very seriously. Since I invested in decent brushes, the quality of my painting has improved considerably, simply because I can manipulate the paint better. I buy Kolinsky sable brushes from a fine art shop (Utrecht Art Supplies). I usually use between 3/0 to 15/0, rarely anything bigger. Good brushes will keep both their "point" and their "edge," unlike cheap brushes. If you wash them thoroughly after each use (and don't scrub the paint with them), they will last a very long time. I have yet to have worn one out, and they have painted thousands of figures. And of course, better paints, better results. However, with that said, "better" does not necessarily mean more expensive. I find the cheap acrylics from the hobby chains or even Walmart a very good consistency for figure painting. The Vallejo paints have a good range of color options, but I find the consistency of the paint "inconsistent," sometimes requiring considerable dilution, other times too runny. With that said, I always keep a few on hand for those trickier colors that I don't want to mix myself and never be able to match up again: their military green is a particularly useful shade. I haven't tried their inks yet, but I understand they are quite good.

 

[SGT Rock]

Actually, I take the brushes very seriously. Since I invested in decent brushes, the quality of my painting has improved considerably, simply because I can manipulate the paint better. I buy Kolinsky sable brushes from a fine art shop (Utrecht Art Supplies). I usually use between 3/0 to 15/0, rarely anything bigger. Good brushes will keep both their "point" and their "edge," unlike cheap brushes. If you wash them thoroughly after each use (and don't scrub the paint with them), they will last a very long time. I have yet to have worn one out, and they have painted thousands of figures. And of course, better paints, better results. However, with that said, "better" does not necessarily mean more expensive. I find the cheap acrylics from the hobby chains or even Walmart a very good consistency for figure painting. The Vallejo paints have a good range of color options, but I find the consistency of the paint "inconsistent," sometimes requiring considerable dilution, other times too runny. With that said, I always keep a few on hand for those trickier colors that I don't want to mix myself and never be able to match up again: their military green is a particularly useful shade. I haven't tried their inks yet, but I understand they are quite good.

Very helpful advice. Thanks for taking the time to respond.

 

[SGT Rock]

Vallejo Gun Metal Grey does appear to match K&C barrels.

Thanks again for the recommendation. Vallejo was the brand for the job, and Gun Metal Grey was the perfect color. I happy to report that my marching Roughrider has returned to the cabinet in perfect condition, and resting comfortably.