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Old 12-31-2008, 09:47 PM
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Re: Enamel Paints?

Virtually any paint will be compatible with an airbrush. It's just a matter of discovering the right combination of paint, thinner, air pressure, and nozzle size.

When you say "enamel" are you referring to oil based paints such as from the standard Testors paint or ModelMaster line? While almost any kind of paint can be shot through and airbrush the model plastic itself may need some type of protection, such as a primer and/or sealer. Oil based and water based paints should be fine for plastic, but protection will be required if you are using "hot" solvent based paints such as lacquers.
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