Rusty Metal Base (77138) is a bold rust‑metallic base paint in a 18ml bottle, created as the foundational tone within the Rusty Metal colour family of Vallejo’s True Metallic Metal (TMM) range. This colour sets the stage for weathered metallic finishes with authentic shine.
The full Rusty Metal colour family includes:
This base paint is ideal for models, miniatures or terrain pieces where you want a rusted metal effect — tanks, industrial equipment, sci‑fi hulls or dilapidated armour. Apply it over a dark primer, use multiple thin coats and let the metallic pigments reflect beautifully across surfaces.
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With Rusty Metal Base you’ll establish a strong foundation for a convincing metallic finish with depth and character. Combine with the Shade, Light and Airbrush variants of the Rusty Metal family to deliver layered, professional‑looking results.