Vallejo TMM 77118 Rusty Metal (Light)

Enhance the true metallic shine on your miniatures with Vallejo TMM Rusty Metal 77118.

Rusty Metal (77118) is a coppery-orange metallic tone with an oxidized cast, perfect for pipes, industrial plates, rivets and weathered armor. It excels for warm highlight layers over darker coppers and bronzes, and for simulating oxidized steel/iron on machinery and armored panels. With Vallejo TMM Rusty Metal 77118 you’ll achieve rich metallic reflections that amplify weathering and patina effects.

The True Metallic Metal (TMM) range from Vallejo is designed to deliver a genuine metal finish with precise brush control, and it 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 diorama work.

Main features:

• Real metallic finish: high metallic pigment content for a convincing, consistent shine.
• Ultra-fine particle size: won’t obscure details; perfect for plates, rivets and fine textures.
• Fast-drying, smooth coat: excellent self-levelling for clean transitions and sharp edges.
• Versatile for TMM techniques: ideal for basecoats, highlights, edge highlights and polished effects.
• 18 ml dropper bottle: precise dosing and improved long-term paint 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 it with hobby accessories (detail brushes, wet palettes and varnishes) for a professional finish.

Usage recommendations:

• Shake thoroughly before use to fully disperse the metallic particles.
• Prime the surface; for extra depth use a black or dark grey base. For cooler chrome-style effects, start from a light base.
• Apply thin coats and allow each layer to dry; create a polished look with targeted highlights using a fine brush.
• Thin slightly for airbrush or metallic glazes; tone the metal by mixing with inks or washes.
• Seal with varnish (matte, satin or gloss) to protect and control the final finish.

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

Find more technical information on the official Vallejo website.