Mission Models Paint

I think I hear where you are coming from too, Stik.

And I maybe understand a little about "one contributing factor".

Laskdjn, my apologies for wandering OT from Mission Models paints. I want to try some too, so good luck to us both, eh?

I hear you Greg. You can find most anything you want around here. And a lot of things you don’t want. But unfortunately the cost of living here has skyrocketed over the past couple decades, especially for the working class folks. I’ll be leaving when I retire in two years. The cost of living just being one contributing factor. 

stikpusher

Greg, seeing all the varied modeling situations describbed by the folks on here and where they live, this area truly is a garden spot for this hobby. We have several great hobby shops in the area, a bunch of clubs that range from all inclusive (IPMS) to very specialized (Sci Fi/Gundam, Ships, Figures, AMPS), and year round series of hobby events, such as contests and kit swap meets. It’s not like 30 years ago, when there literally was a shop or three in every town, but it’s still pretty darn good around here.

 

It sure looks like it, Stik. Geez, like I said, just looking at that one HS online was exciting. No such thing around here.

That is one of great things about Orange County, if not the LA area in general. There just isn't much one can't find there. I think my wife (who is Chinese) would like to retire there if not just for the excellent Xiaolongbao (Chineses dumplings, more or less) places!

Sadly, when one lives ones life in the midwest, retiring to CA is pretty much out of question due to economics. I wish somebody would have told me that decades ago.

Sorry, I wandered a bit O.T.

Greg, seeing all the varied modeling situations describbed by the folks on here and where they live, this area truly is a garden spot for this hobby. We have several great hobby shops in the area, a bunch of clubs that range from all inclusive (IPMS) to very specialized (Sci Fi/Gundam, Ships, Figures, AMPS), and year round series of hobby events, such as contests and kit swap meets. It’s not like 30 years ago, when there literally was a shop or three in every town, but it’s still pretty darn good around here.

stikpusher

 

 

Greg

Thanks for the info Stik, Dwayne. Maybe I'll try the Mission Models direct route.

Stik, that hobby shop looks pretty awesome from the pics I found. Kids keep moving, now they are in Lake Forest. Next time we're in the OC it looks well worth the drive up 5. I see there is a place called Arnie's Train store not too far. Between the two, sounds like paradise to me.

 

 

 

 

Greg, Lake Forest is a short drive (on good traffic days- which are getting more rare) to Brookhurst. Certainly worth a visit. And Arnie’s Trains is a great shop too for the railroad folks. Not to mention tools, paints, and ”dual use” items for diorama or base scenery. I can walk to Arnie’s from my house. It’s maybe a mile from my door. And there is another shop a tad bit closer to Lake Forest, Military Hobbies in Orange. Between the three shops, you would be in paradise!

 

Thanks for the additional info on the two shops, Stik. Interesting that you are so close to Arnie's.

They also have a lot of the old Model Master colors that are getting scarce. Good source.

BlackSheepTwoOneFour

I got mine at scalehobbyist website. The best prices around for Mission Model paints.

 

Thanks, Sheep. I just added Scalehobbyist to my bookmarks. I tend to overlook them and you are right, they do have some good prices.

I got mine at scalehobbyist website. The best prices around for Mission Model paints.

stikpusher

 

 

Greg

Thanks for the info Stik, Dwayne. Maybe I'll try the Mission Models direct route.

Stik, that hobby shop looks pretty awesome from the pics I found. Kids keep moving, now they are in Lake Forest. Next time we're in the OC it looks well worth the drive up 5. I see there is a place called Arnie's Train store not too far. Between the two, sounds like paradise to me.

 

 

 

 

Greg, Lake Forest is a short drive (on good traffic days- which are getting more rare) to Brookhurst. Certainly worth a visit. And Arnie’s Trains is a great shop too for the railroad folks. Not to mention tools, paints, and ”dual use” items for diorama or base scenery. I can walk to Arnie’s from my house. It’s maybe a mile from my door. And there is another shop a tad bit closer to Lake Forest, Military Hobbies in Orange. Between the three shops, you would be in paradise!

 

I checked out military hobbies a couple weeks ago.  That place has an amazing armor selection, almost as good as Brookhurst's

Greg

Thanks for the info Stik, Dwayne. Maybe I'll try the Mission Models direct route.

Stik, that hobby shop looks pretty awesome from the pics I found. Kids keep moving, now they are in Lake Forest. Next time we're in the OC it looks well worth the drive up 5. I see there is a place called Arnie's Train store not too far. Between the two, sounds like paradise to me.

 

Greg, Lake Forest is a short drive (on good traffic days- which are getting more rare) to Brookhurst. Certainly worth a visit. And Arnie’s Trains is a great shop too for the railroad folks. Not to mention tools, paints, and ”dual use” items for diorama or base scenery. I can walk to Arnie’s from my house. It’s maybe a mile from my door. And there is another shop a tad bit closer to Lake Forest, Military Hobbies in Orange. Between the three shops, you would be in paradise!

laskdjn

Has anyone tried brush painting it?   If so, how does it stack up against vallejo model color? 

 

I have and it brushes far better than Tamiya. I also prefer it to Vallejo for brushing. Primarily due to it being far easier to stir/mix prior to painting. No worries about it not being mixed well enough and drying semi gloss or slightly translucent. The long working time while handbrushing, without any additives, reminds me of the original Polly S due to its thicker consistency and flow properties.

Thanks for the info Stik, Dwayne. Maybe I'll try the Mission Models direct route.

Stik, that hobby shop looks pretty awesome from the pics I found. Kids keep moving, now they are in Lake Forest. Next time we're in the OC it looks well worth the drive up 5. I see there is a place called Arnie's Train store not too far. Between the two, sounds like paradise to me.

Has anyone tried brush painting it?   If so, how does it stack up against vallejo model color? 

Megahobby also carries it, but my last order was straight from Mission Models.

I dunno why I was so resistant to switch from Vallejo, but mmp is so much better.  It makes airbrushing fun and not a chore.

And I get mine from Burbank House of Hobbies.  I've been down to Brookhurst a couple times, though.I'm

My LHS, Brookhurst Hobbies, carries them in the shop.

Where are you guys buying your Mission Model paints?

laskdjn

Holy crap, it's good stuff. But this stuff is awesome, goes down smooth, minimal tip dry, fairly durable surface. 

 

And you’re just finding this out now? Mission Model paints have been getting rave reviews for some quite time now. LOL!

Agreed. Very forgiving!

I’ve used it with just their thinner, over unprimed styrene and brass. The stuff works as easy as Tamiya airbrushed in that manner.