Alterntive color to "Magnesium Metalizer"

airbrushing is the way to go with this and you can get testors Metallizer magnesium in spray cans.  Magnesium is a light colored metal, you can go the Alclad route but I take it your staying away from airbrushing.  Metallics must be put on in THIN layers to look right.  Another choice for you could be RubNBuff wax based metallic pigmentfrom Hobby Lobby.

HTH

David

I can tell from the experience that you cannot paint brush these Testors metalizers to achieve the look. It simply doesn't work.

While you can brush paint MM Metalizers, they are only effective on large areas if airbrushed.  A better alternative, if you are not into the airbrush thing, is to apply one of the art wax treatments such as Rub 'n Buff.  Depending on how carefully you are with the application and buffing procedure, you can achieve some amazingly realistic metallic finishes.

Just be sure to mask surrounding areas, because these wax treatments can get really messy before they set.

Phil