Vallejo TMM 77103 Imperial Gold (Light)

Enhance true metallic shine on your miniatures with Vallejo TMM Imperial Gold 77103 18ml.

Imperial Gold (77103) is a warm, deep gold, perfect for ornamentation, trims, filigree and heraldic details. It excels as a highlight layer over darker golds or brass, and to simulate burnished gold on statues, icons and armor accents.

The True Metallic Metal (TMM) range from Vallejo is designed to deliver a genuine metal finish with controlled brush application and can be thinned for airbrush use. Its high pigment load and ultra-fine metallic particles ensure even coverage, crisp reflections and excellent detail preservation—ideal for fantasy miniatures, vehicles and dioramas.

Main features:

• Real metallic finish: high metallic pigment content for a convincing, consistent shine.
• Ultra-fine particle size: preserves fine detail; perfect for panels, rivets and textured areas.
• Fast-drying, smooth coat: great self-levelling for clean transitions and defined edges.
• Versatile for TMM techniques: ideal for basecoats, highlights, edge highlights and polished effects.
• 18 ml dropper bottle: precise dosing and better long-term preservation.

Why choose True Metallic Metal:

If you’re aiming for realism and control, TMM provides a true metallic sheen without relying on NMM. Build from deep metallic bases to intense reflections and specular highlights with repeatable results across painting projects in sci-fi, historical and fantasy settings. Pair with hobby accessories (detail brushes, wet palettes and varnishes) for a professional finish.

Usage recommendations:

• Shake thoroughly to fully disperse metallic particles.
• Prime the surface; for extra depth use a black or dark grey base, for colder “chrome-like” looks start from a light base.
• Apply thin layers and allow to dry between coats; create a polished look with targeted highlights.
• Thin slightly for airbrush or metallic glazes; tint with inks/washes for nuanced tones.
• Seal with varnish (matte/satin/gloss) for the desired finish and protection.

Give your projects a professional edge with Vallejo and the True Metallic Metal range. Achieve a convincing metallic finish that enhances detail and realism on your miniatures and scale models.

Find more technical information on the official Vallejo website.