{"product_id":"vallejo-tmm-starter-set-77-272-12-18ml-true-metallic-metal-paints-mini-brush-guide","title":"Vallejo TMM Starter Set (77.272) — 12×18ml True Metallic Metal Paints + Mini + Brush + Guide","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVallejo TMM (True Metallic Metal) Starter Set\u003c\/strong\u003e (77.272) is the definitive introduction to realistic metallic painting using genuine metallic pigments. Whether you're painting armour, weapons, machinery, ornaments, or mechanical detail on miniatures, this set gives you everything you need to build convincing metals with the depth and reflection that acrylic-only techniques struggle to match.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12× TMM Metallic Paints, 18ml each\u003c\/strong\u003e — selected to cover the full BSL (Base, Shade, Light) system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1× Bonus miniature\u003c\/strong\u003e to practise on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1× Brush\u003c\/strong\u003e for detail and metallic application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStep-by-step guide\u003c\/strong\u003e — clear instructions to build realistic metals from base coat to highlights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe TMM technique — what makes this set special\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTMM (True Metallic Metal) uses \u003cstrong\u003ereal metallic pigments\u003c\/strong\u003e to achieve authentic brilliance and reflection. Unlike NMM (Non-Metallic Metal) technique which relies on painted highlights and shadows to simulate metal, TMM captures the way real metal catches light. Both techniques have their place — but for painting armour, blades, guns, tanks, robots, and machinery, TMM delivers the most convincing metallic finishes with the least effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe BSL system explained\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase\u003c\/strong\u003e — lay down your foundational metal tone (steel, silver, dark aluminium)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade\u003c\/strong\u003e — push depth into cavities, seams, and recessed detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e — highlight raised edges and reflective surfaces where light naturally hits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 12 paints in this set are carefully chosen so each triplet (Base + Shade + Light) forms a complete tonal range for one type of metal — armour, weapons, machinery, jewellery, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWargamers\u003c\/strong\u003e painting Space Marines, Necrons, tanks, dreadnoughts, mechs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical modellers\u003c\/strong\u003e — aircraft panels, tank hulls, cannon barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFantasy painters\u003c\/strong\u003e — armour, swords, shields, ornate detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePainters new to metallics\u003c\/strong\u003e — the guide + practice mini let you learn without pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAirbrush artists\u003c\/strong\u003e — Vallejo Metal Color is designed for both airbrush and brush application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Vallejo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRange: Metal Color — TMM System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct: TMM Starter Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContents: 12 paints × 18ml + miniature + brush + guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormula: Water-based acrylic with real metallic pigments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottle type: Eyedropper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVallejo code: 77.272\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEAN: 8429551772723\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvailable in store at Arcane Forge, Rijnstraat 25-H, 1078 PV Amsterdam, or shipped across the Netherlands. Pair with the AK Interactive Precision Hand Drill (for pinning), Vallejo Airbrush Cleaner (77.706), and a wet palette for extended painting sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vallejo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62062056538499,"sku":"VAL-77272","price":58.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0934\/7498\/0227\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_e5431e1c-211d-4cb8-bc5c-1f76d7d641e5.jpg?v=1784804092","url":"https:\/\/arcaneforge.nl\/products\/vallejo-tmm-starter-set-77-272-12-18ml-true-metallic-metal-paints-mini-brush-guide","provider":"Arcane Forge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}