Forged Red (77125) is the base color of the Forged Red family in Vallejo’s True Metallic Metal range. This 18ml metallic paint is designed as the Base step in the BSL system (Base, Shade, Light), allowing painters to build realistic red metal finishes with depth and warmth.

The full Forged Red color family includes:

• 77105 Forged Red (Light) – Metallic highlight for shiny edge accents
• 77125 Forged Red (Base) – This deep, warm red metallic base tone
• 77145 Forged Red (Shade) – A non-metallic satin wash for shading and depth
• 77165 Forged Red (Airbrush) – An airbrush-ready version of the Base color, straight from the bottle

Forged Red Base is ideal for painting:

• Fantasy armor, chaos weapons and arcane gear
• Magical relics and infernal machinery
• Steampunk constructs and dark mechs
• Sci-fi armor plating with dramatic metallic presence

This base tone can be combined with the rest of the color family to build a complete metallic look. Start with the Base, deepen with the Shade, highlight with the Light, and use the Airbrush color for smooth gradients or larger models. The full system helps you create believable metal effects with minimal effort.

Key features:

• Water-based acrylic, low odor and easy to clean
• Ultra-fine metallic pigments for a smooth, reflective finish
• Brush-friendly, and can be thinned for airbrush use

Application tips:

• Shake thoroughly before use, especially metallics
• Prime with a dark color for stronger contrast
• Apply in thin layers for best coverage and shine control

If you’re looking to add bold red metal to your miniatures, Forged Red is your foundation. Use it with the full color family in the True Metallic Metal line to achieve layered results with realistic light, shadow and color depth.