X-1 Black is the gloss black of Tamiya's acrylic range, here in the 10ml Acrylic Paint Mini jar (item 81501). Tamiya make these paints from water-soluble acrylic resins and intend them for brush and spray work alike, so one jar serves for hand-painted details and for airbrushed coats. It goes onto styrene, styrofoam, wood and all the common model plastics, covers well, flows smoothly without blushing or fading, and blends easily with other colours. If you also use Tamiya's other paint systems, the same black is X-1 in the enamels, LP-1 in the lacquers and TS-14 in the spray cans.
Gloss black, 10ml jar
Water-soluble acrylic resin paint
For brush or airbrush
Same colour as X-1 enamel, LP-1 lacquer and TS-14 spray
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Notes · Q & A
What's the difference between a paint and a wash?+
Paints are opaque colour for coverage; washes are thin, pigmented fluids that flow into recesses to add shading and depth. Most painters use both.
Can I use these paints in an airbrush?+
Many acrylics can be thinned for airbrushing — check the product description; ranges marked "Air" or "airbrush-ready" work straight from the bottle.
Do I need a primer?+
Yes for bare plastic, resin or metal — primer gives paint a surface to grip and prevents chipping.
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Notes · Logistics
Shipping
Orders placed before 3pm (Mon–Fri) are dispatched the same day. UK delivery is by Royal Mail 24 Tracked. Free UK delivery on orders over £70. International delivery available via Royal Mail International Tracked or courier.
Returns
If you're not happy with your purchase, contact us within 30 days for a full refund or exchange. Items must be unused and in original packaging.
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Table · Specification
Technical specifications
Product details
Brand
Tamiya
Product code
81501
Type
Paints
Shipping weight
230 g
Colour
Black
Barcode
45032707
Dimensions & contents
Volume
10 ml
Materials & finish
Medium
Acrylic
Finish
Gloss
Product
Tamiya Acrylic X-1 Black Paint
Code (proj)
81501
Ship. weight
230 g
Brand
Tamiya
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Jeremy Hambleton
Excellent for Airbrushing
Excellent paint for airbrushing but will need thinning to a milky consistency. I try and keep to the paint manufacturer’s thinner, in this case, Tamiya X-20A. I would thoroughly recommend this range of paints.
