Friday, October 22

Preview: We brush up on AMMO's latest products for October...

AMMO has plenty of new products for modellers this month. New Tiger colours & how-to's, Starfighter education, Japanese soldier shades, Republican & Nationalist tones for your Pz.I, Phantom sundries & a range of premium Kolinsky brushes to apply them all with. See what we mean in our preview...


We preview AMMO's latest products for October available now...

Tigers – Modelling the Ryefield Family
Publisher: AMMO by Mig Jiménez
Reference: AMIG6273
Author/s: Mario Eens, David Pérez, Fabio Marini, Huy Khang Nguyen, Kreangkrai Paojinda
Softcover, 220 pages with high-quality full-colour photos and illustrations
ISBN: 978-84-17846-47-3
Price: 28,50 €
The Tiger Tank is undoubtedly one of the most iconic armoured vehicles of World War II. In this extremely comprehensive book, guided by the hands of some of the best modellers in the world, you will be shown how to build and paint the most accurate and detailed Tiger I models on the market produced by Ryefield Model. 
From painting the interiors to the final weathering processes, this comprehensive book defines the different camouflage schemes used at various periods of the war as well as various levels of weathering, winter camouflage, a tool and equipment painting guide, Zimmerit application and the correct products and accurate colours suitable for each technique and much more.
The book also includes an excellent proper historical introduction to the Tiger I written by Daniele Guglielmi with reference photos that will help you to familiarize yourself with this legendary armoured vehicle. The introduction also features a camouflage guide with 19 colour profiles for all the variants of the Tiger and vehicles based on the same chassis. In a nutshell, TIGERS. BUILDING THE RYE FIELD MODELS TIGER I E is arguably the most complete modelling book ever made about the Tiger tank.
The full range of the Tiger tank family produced by Ryefield Model is generally regarded as the most accurate and complete on the market, both in level of fine detail and in historical fidelity. These are state-of-the-art models manufactured with the most up to date technology faithful to exhaustive research and documentation. 
This effort has resulted in an unprecedented level of detail and fit quality, as well as the option to build a complete replica with all interior components of the hull, turret and engine bay.
This model range includes all of the initial, early, middle and late production versions of the Tiger tank and its derivatives: the Sturmmörser Tiger and Bergepanzer Tiger I. 
In addition, each kit includes decals for a wide variety of different markings and subjects, which will allow you to choose your preferred camouflage scheme for each vehicle. These unparalleled models are undoubtedly the best choice available for fans of this mythical tank.


TIGER I Colors Set
Reference: AMIG7182
Acrylic Colors Set. 12 jars 17mL
Price: 27,60 €
High-quality acrylic paints specially designed for painting the Tiger I family and its derivatives. 

This set provides you with all of the colours used for painting and modeling this tank. A complete and comprehensive range with the most accurate shades to paint this iconic weapon of the German arsenal during WWII. From the cold areas of the USSR, through the arid African desert, to Italy and the Western European Front. This set is an essential resource on any modelling bench, used to achieve a professional finish on any Tiger I model. Includes 12 acrylic colours covering the early, mid and late versions of this popular tank. This set resolves problems and doubts that occur when mixing accurate base colours, saving precious modelling time.

Formulated for maximum performance with both brush and airbrush and the Scale Reduction Effect, which allows you to apply the correct colour on any model. Includes 12 acrylic colours in convenient 17ml jars. Shake well before each use. Each jar includes a stainless-steel ball agitator to facilitate mixture. They are water soluble, odourless, and non-toxic. Use A.MIG-2000 Acrylic Thinner for the best thinning results. Dries completely in 24 hours.
Colours included:
A.MIG-0002 ACRYLIC COLOR RAL 6003 Olivgrün Opt. 2
A.MIG-0013 ACRYLIC COLOR RAL 8000 Gelbbraun
A.MIG-0024 WASHABLE White Camo
A.MIG-0005 ACRYLIC COLOR RAL 7008 Graugrün
A.MIG-0014 ACRYLIC COLOR RAL 8012 Rotbraun
A.MIG-0096 CRYSTAL Green Periscope (and Tail Light On)
A.MIG-0008 ACRYLIC COLOR RAL 7021 Dunkelgrau
A.MIG-0015 ACRYLIC COLOR RAL 8017 Schokobraun
A.MIG-0114 ACRYLIC COLOR Zimmerit Ochre Color
A.MIG-0010 ACRYLIC COLOR RAL 7028 Dunkelgelb (Mid War)
A.MIG-0017 ACRYLIC COLOR RAL 9001 Cremeweiss
A.MIG-0218 ACRYLIC COLOR RLM 66 Schwartzgrau


Spanish Civil War – Nationalists Set
Reference: AMIG7183
Acrylic Colors Set. 6 jars 17mL
A selection of high-quality acrylic paints specially designed to represent the colours used by the Nationalist Army during the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). These colours were used in the material ceded by Germany and Italy to the Nationalists during the conflict. This set resolves problems and doubts that occur when mixing accurate base colours for Nationalist vehicles. In addition to tanks, these colours were also employed to camouflage armoured trucks, motorcycles and artillery pieces. This set includes accurate colours to paint kits of German and Italian vehicles used in the Spanish Civil War.

These six acrylic colours are accurately matched and slightly lightened to compensate for the scale effect. Optimized formula for maximum performance with both brush and airbrush. Shake well before each use. Each bottle includes a steel mixing ball for thorough mixing. Water soluble, odourless and non-toxic. We recommend thinning with A.MIG-2000 Acrylic Thinner, colours dry completely within 24 hours.
Colours included:
A.MIG-0008 ACRYLIC COLOR RAL 7021 Dunkelgrau
A.MIG-0076 ACRYLIC COLOR Brown Soil
A.MIG-0222 ACRYLIC COLOR RLM 79 Sandgelb
A.MIG-0248 ACRYLIC COLOR RLM 80 Olivgrün
A.MIG-0277 ACRYLIC COLOR FS34159 Green Grey
A.MIG-0912 ACRYLIC COLOR Red Brown Shadow


Spanish Civil War – Republicans Set
Reference: AMIG7184
Acrylic Colors Set. 6 jars 17mL
A selection of high-quality acrylic paints specially designed to represent the colours used by the Republican Army during the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939). 

This set resolves problems and doubts that occur when mixing accurate base colours for Republican vehicles. In addition to tanks, these colours were also used to camouflage armoured trucks, motorcycles and artillery pieces. This set includes accurate colours to paint kits of the Soviet material bought by the Spanish Republic, as well as those more commonly used to paint Army vehicles of the era.
Colours included:
A.MIG-0022 ACRYLIC COLOR 3B AU Basic Protector Alkidno-Uretanovaya
A.MIG-0023 ACRYLIC COLOR Protective Green
A.MIG-0029 ACRYLIC COLOR Desert Sand (New Iraqi Army Sand)
A.MIG-0058 ACRYLIC COLOR Light Green Khaki
A.MIG-0071 ACRYLIC COLOR Khaki
A.MIG-0212 ACRYLIC COLOR FS-26373 Silver Grey


SUPER PACK Carrier Deck Aircraft Solution Set
Reference: AMIG7810
Super pack. 5 jars 10mL, 1 jars 15mL & 5 jars 35mL
SUPER PACK Carrier Deck Aircraft includes all the products you will require to create every type of dirt and weathering effect typical of carrier-based aircraft, including a full range of effects and wear unique to aircraft operating at sea. This pack is a complete and comprehensive system that allows you to accurately represent all the distinctive weathering effects typical of maritime environments on your models. An essential solution for every enthusiast recently initiated in modelling, and wise veterans seeking the correct and accurate colours required conveniently selected and provided in a single box.
Products Included:
A.MIG-0805 ACRYLIC FILTER Medium Grey
A.MIG-0853 SHADER Dirt
A.MIG-0856 SHADER Light Grey
A.MIG-0857 SHADER Navy Grey
A.MIG-3501 OILBRUSHER White
A.MIG-1257 STREAKINGBRUSHER Warm Dirty Grey
A.MIG-3020 PIGMENT Metal Slag
A.MIG-1203 STREAKING Grime
A.MIG-1602 PLW Deep Grey
A.MIG-1601 PLW Medium Grey
A.MIG-1600 PLW Light Grey


Solution Book. How to Paint Italian NATO Aircraft
Reference: AMIG6525
Softcover, 64 pages with high-quality full-colour photos
This book is Multilingual: English, Spanish, Italian & German.
This Solution Book is a complete 64-page guide with step-by-step tutorials in four languages (English, Spanish, Italian, and German) that explains how to apply the different colours and effects common to Italian aircraft in NATO green-grey camouflage scheme, with which you can paint Italian jet fighters as well as any other aircraft that uses this scheme. 
Although we have chosen an F-104G as an example for this step-by-step guide, the same processes can be applied using exactly the same sequence and methods to any other Italian aircraft including the Fiat G.91, Canadair CL13 Sabre, Bell UH-1N, CH-47 Chinook, Panavia Tornado, and many more.
SOLUTION BOOK is a simple and basic guide intended to help any modeller easily achieve similar results to those shown in each example. It doesn't matter if the reader is a novice or a more seasoned and experienced modeller, by following the steps in this guide they will be able to obtain amazing results with the efficient and effective methods shown.
SOLUTION BOOK´s new design will allow you to follow each step in a very easy and intuitive manner without text by using a simple icon-based code that will show what to do at each step. By following the steps shown in this guide, you will be able to achieve excellent results with very little effort.

Japanese Infantry WWII Figures Set
Reference: AMIG7040
Acrylic Colors Set. 4 jars 17mL
This set includes the four colours required to paint accurately the uniform used by the Imperial Japanese Army during WWII.  This set includes various tones for the famous khaki colour used in the conflict. These colours have been selected through rigorous research to ensure accuracy when creating highlights, volume, and define details.

Includes the colours:
AMMO.F-505 FIGURES PAINTS Pale Yellow Green FS-33481
AMMO.F-514 FIGURES PAINTS Field Grey Shadow FS-34086
AMMO.F-541 FIGURES PAINTS Rust Ochre
AMMO.F-554 FIGURES PAINTS Khaki Green


AMMO Precision Pigment Brushes
The new series of brushes AMMO Precision Pigments are made with short hair of the highest quality ending in a flat tip, and have been specifically designed to obtain the best possible results applying pigments. In addition, the hair is highly resilient and easy to clean. This new series comes in two different sizes: 4 and 8.
The brushes are easy to use: simply load the brush with the desired pigment and apply it onto the models surface as usual, or rub the pigment onto the surface to make it stick without the need to add a fixer. This will also allow you to blend and mix different tones to create smooth transitions. These brushes are the perfect tool for working with AMMO's range of pigments. The versatility and durability of these brushes makes them suitable for other uses such as creating textures. You can create textures by applying Extra Thin Cement A.MIG-2025 directly onto the plastic before dabbing the surface with the Precision Pigments brush. You can use this same technique while working with Arming Putty - Acrylic Type A.MIG-2039, Arming Putty - Classic A.MIG-2040 or Anti-slip pastes.

Regarding cleaning and maintenance, we offer the new Long Live the Brushes A.MIG-8579 soap formulated specifically for the cleaning and care of brushes. This product will significantly extend brush life and can be used to clean all types of paint including acrylics, enamels, oils, and putties

4 AMMO Precision Pigment Brush
Reference: AMIG8704
8 AMMO Precision Pigment Brush
Reference: AMIG8705


Marta Kolinsky Brush Range
With these brushes, you can obtain finishes with extreme precision by utilizing to their sharp point and adaptability. Available in six different sizes: 00, 0, 1, 1.5, 1.7, and 2. 
This fine range is not only for figure painters, they are highly effective and useful for every modeller that is painting a high level of detail. In addition, the bristles are very resilient, easy to clean, and recover their fine tip easily. An essential tool for painting figures, accessories, and fine details such as those found within tank interiors, and aircraft cockpits. They can be used to apply techniques such as glazing, blending and layering on figures. They can also be used to paint fine details or to apply controlled washes on vehicles and aircraft. Their fine tip aids in painting the finest details within vignettes and dioramas.

This series of brushes can be used with all types of modelling paints and products including acrylics, enamels and oils. For care and maintenance, we recommend first cleaning with the appropriate thinner for the type of paint used. Once completed, use the special soap Long Live the Brushes A.MIG-8579. Before storing, reshape the tip into a point and cover it with the protective plastic cap.

AMIG8714
7,95 €
Crafted using natural bristles of the highest quality, Marta Kolinsky brushes are currently the best option on the market

AMIG8713
7,85 €
Crafted using natural bristles of the highest quality, Marta Kolinsky brushes are currently the best option on the market

AMIG8712
6,75 €
Crafted using natural bristles of the highest quality, Marta Kolinsky brushes are currently the best option on the market


AMIG8711
5,75 €
Crafted using natural bristles of the highest quality, Marta Kolinsky brushes are currently the best option on the market

AMIG8709
5,50 €
Crafted using natural bristles of the highest quality, Marta Kolinsky brushes are currently the best option on the market

AMIG8710
5,65 €
Crafted using natural bristles of the highest quality, Marta Kolinsky brushes are currently the best option on the market

AMIG8603
11,50 €
For this new series of AMMO Premium Marta Kolinsky brushes: the brush bristles have been modified to give greater strength and precision to every brush stroke.

AMIG8602
10,95 €
The Premium Marta Kolinsky series of brushes by AMMO is made of the highest quality natural bristles.

AMIG8601
10,50 €
The Premium Marta Kolinsky series of brushes by AMMO is made of the highest quality natural bristles.

AMIG8600
10,95 €
The Premium Marta Kolinsky series of brushes by AMMO is made of the highest quality natural bristles.

All of these new products are now available on the AMMO Website...