Aged Metal Base (77139) is a bold metallic base paint in a 18 ml bottle, created as the core tone within the Aged Metal colour family of Vallejo’s True Metallic Metal (TMM) range. This colour lays the groundwork for authentically weathered metal finishes with depth, shine and realism.

The full Aged Metal colour family includes:

• 77119 Aged Metal (Light) – Metallic highlight tone for accenting edges and reflections
• 77139 Aged Metal (Base) – This foundational base tone
• 77159 Aged Metal (Shade) – Non‑metallic satin wash for shadows and depth
• 77179 Aged Metal (Airbrush) – Airbrush‑ready version of the Base tone

This base paint is ideal for models where you want a weathered metal look — such as antique arms, industrial equipment or sci‑fi constructs with age. Apply it over a dark primer to maximize contrast and shine. Use several thin coats to allow the metallic pigments to reflect beautifully.

Key features:

• Deep metallic base colour for weathered metal effects
• Water‑based acrylic with ultra‑fine metallic pigments and high coverage
• Self‑levelling formula makes it easy to achieve a smooth reflective finish
• Designed to work seamlessly with the rest of the Aged Metal family for full workflow control

Usage tips:

• Shake the bottle thoroughly before use to distribute the metallic particles evenly
• Prime with a dark base for enhanced contrast and depth in the metal effect
• Apply multiple thin layers rather than a single heavy coat for best finish

Aged Metal Base gives you the rich, worn metal finish you’re aiming for. Combine with the Shade, Light and Airbrush variants of the same family to create layered, realistic metallic finishes that really stand out.