Replacement for Model Master Metalizer

[Straightliner59]

I discovered a tin of Humbrol Metal Cote Polished Steel, in my paint drawer. It's the closest thing, performance-wise, I have found to Testors discontinued product. It brushed on, very nicely and dried quickly. In researching the line, I found that they also have it in aerosols. The only thing I used it on was the tiny hex nuts on these thermocouples. I'll be buying more, for sure. If I can get it, locally, I'll try out the spray, too...

[Jonathan]

Thank you for this.  I miss the old Testors Metallizers

This looks nice.

[Straightliner59]

3 hours ago, Jonathan said:

Thank you for this.  I miss the old Testors Metallizers

This looks nice.

I like the Mr. Metal Color, too, but, this stuff "feels" the same as the old MM stuff!

[stitchdup]

I think the humbrol metalisers have been discontinued also, my local record shop has the full humbro/airfixl range and they have been trying for over a year to get me some more.

[atomicholiday]

Another option would be Vallejo Metal Color.  Great stuff.  I use it all the time.

[bobss396]

Not long ago, I scored a few cans of MM 1453 and 1454 spray metalizers at hobby shops. So I'm set for a while. I see them going for sick $$ on eBay.

[Ace-Garageguy]

So...does this stuff work like the "buffing" metalizer, or is it like the "non buffing" stuff?

A while back I bought every bottle and can of the "buffing" colors I could get just before the prices went crazy, but it would be nice to know there's an equivalent replacement.

[stitchdup]

the steel and polished aluminium are the onlu ones that buff, the rest are matt finish.

[Straightliner59]

On 11/19/2023 at 3:46 AM, stitchdup said:

I think the humbrol metalisers have been discontinued also, my local record shop has the full humbro/airfixl range and they have been trying for over a year to get me some more.

I didn't realize that. I just did a quick search and found quite a few available for sale. They're still cheaper than Testors. Get 'em while you can!?

[Shark]

I haven't tried them yet, but Model Car World has some metal colors, even a tinted gold for carburetors.

[Trendsetta68]

'Cmon Model Masters...just bring it back already... ???

[bobss396]

Probably some shiny paint with a matte clear over it may work to an extent. I'm not sure that Testors Dullcote is still made.

[Straightliner59]

1 hour ago, bobss396 said:

I'm not sure that Testors Dullcote is still made.

Fortunately, it is! 

[Bainford]

On 11/19/2023 at 10:21 AM, stitchdup said:

the steel and polished aluminium are the onlu ones that buff, the rest are matt finish.

No, there are several other buffing metalizers, including Magnesium, Titanium, Gunmetal, Dark Anodic Gray, Burnt Metal, and Exhaust. More than half the Metalizer line was buffable.

Edited March 15, 2024 by Bainford

[stitchdup]

5 minutes ago, Bainford said:

No, there are several other buffing metalizers, including Magnesium, Titanium, Gunmetal, Dark Anodic Gray, Burnt Metal, and Exhaust. More than half the Metalizer line was buffable.

i was talking about the humbrol versions

[Bainford]

29 minutes ago, stitchdup said:

i was talking about the humbrol versions

My mistake, Les. Cheers.

[Bugatti Fan]

The Humbrol versions were good paints, but sadly discontinued.

The Mr Hobby ones however are good but stink to high heaven!T

I think that there are sets of metallic paints that may buff to a shine available for the fantasy war gaming fraternity.

Also I think that art suppliers have tube metallic products like Rub n Buff that might be worth a look.