Helias_Tancred Posted May 25, 2015 Share Posted May 25, 2015 Subject says it all. Thanks. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/308198-looking-for-a-good-dark-blue-navy-spray-for-cfs/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother-Chaplain Kage Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 I picked up a can of Krylon paint in an Oxford Blue color to use as the base layer for my guys. I think it would work well for CFs, but my concern would be using paint from a bottle on top of it and the two shades not matching. In my case, not much of the blue base will be seen, where yours will be. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/308198-looking-for-a-good-dark-blue-navy-spray-for-cfs/#findComment-4058419 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helias_Tancred Posted May 26, 2015 Author Share Posted May 26, 2015 I picked up a can of Krylon paint in an Oxford Blue color to use as the base layer for my guys. I think it would work well for CFs, but my concern would be using paint from a bottle on top of it and the two shades not matching. In my case, not much of the blue base will be seen, where yours will be. I would just use the Krylon to give a base and from there highlight with a lighter Citadel Blue potted paint like Altdorf Guard blue. Thanks for the tip tho. Best info I've had on a good dark blue primer/base for Crimson Fists. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/308198-looking-for-a-good-dark-blue-navy-spray-for-cfs/#findComment-4058455 Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrangeBob Posted May 27, 2015 Share Posted May 27, 2015 You might also look into Tamiya Dark Blue (TS-55). I used it for some Night Lords and it was quite nice. Super dark blue. Kind of a midnight shade. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/308198-looking-for-a-good-dark-blue-navy-spray-for-cfs/#findComment-4060457 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helias_Tancred Posted May 27, 2015 Author Share Posted May 27, 2015 I picked up a can of Krylon paint in an Oxford Blue color to use as the base layer for my guys. I think it would work well for CFs, but my concern would be using paint from a bottle on top of it and the two shades not matching. In my case, not much of the blue base will be seen, where yours will be. I picked that up and it ended up being more of a blue-gray?!?!? .... I'm actually taking it back to Michaels tonight. :( Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/308198-looking-for-a-good-dark-blue-navy-spray-for-cfs/#findComment-4060980 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brother-Chaplain Kage Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 I'm not sure why it came out blue-grey for you. Here's the test figure I used: http://i.imgur.com/Yaa8vcV.png It's a satin finish, so it's showing up brighter than it really is in the image due to reflecting more light. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/308198-looking-for-a-good-dark-blue-navy-spray-for-cfs/#findComment-4061149 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helias_Tancred Posted May 29, 2015 Author Share Posted May 29, 2015 That's perfect! I must have gotten a dud. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/308198-looking-for-a-good-dark-blue-navy-spray-for-cfs/#findComment-4062279 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razblood Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 How about the Army Painter range? There may be something there. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/308198-looking-for-a-good-dark-blue-navy-spray-for-cfs/#findComment-4062306 Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrangeBob Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 Army Painter, sadly, doesn't have a dark blue. I checked before going with Tamiya. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/308198-looking-for-a-good-dark-blue-navy-spray-for-cfs/#findComment-4062326 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helias_Tancred Posted May 31, 2015 Author Share Posted May 31, 2015 I picked up two cans of Montana Gold "Blue Note" spray which is a dark navy blue at a local art supply store. I'm hoping this will end my quest. if not its back to Krylon Oxford Blue hoping the next can won't be a dud or fluke? You might also look into Tamiya Dark Blue (TS-55). I used it for some Night Lords and it was quite nice. Super dark blue. Kind of a midnight shade. I saw that. There is a local hobby model shop that has nearly all the Tamiya in stock. That will also be a back-up plan in case the Montana Gold Blue Note spray doesn't work. Thanks. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/308198-looking-for-a-good-dark-blue-navy-spray-for-cfs/#findComment-4065106 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helias_Tancred Posted May 31, 2015 Author Share Posted May 31, 2015 The Montana Blue Note was another failure. While the color was good it left some weird texture on it. Ok so next move is all or nothing. Going to pick up the Tamya TS-55 AND another can of Krylon Oxford Blue and then let the battle begin! Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/308198-looking-for-a-good-dark-blue-navy-spray-for-cfs/#findComment-4065189 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helias_Tancred Posted May 31, 2015 Author Share Posted May 31, 2015 Picked up another can of Krylon Oxford Blue Satin paint+primer. Turned out a gray-blue ... but being the nit I am sometimes, I checked my iPhone and we are at 79% humidity. Duh. Army Painter, sadly, doesn't have a dark blue. I checked before going with Tamiya. Isn't that Tamiya a gloss? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/308198-looking-for-a-good-dark-blue-navy-spray-for-cfs/#findComment-4065829 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Father Mehman Posted June 1, 2015 Share Posted June 1, 2015 Only 79% humidity? I want to live where you live! We've got to prime when it's almost required you stand in a bucket of water . Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/308198-looking-for-a-good-dark-blue-navy-spray-for-cfs/#findComment-4066098 Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrangeBob Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 I'm not sure if it's a gloss. It is a bit shiny... I sold the Night Lords and don't have any pictures, but I do think I have a few pieces that I did a sample test on while I was deciding which dark blue to use (just like you). I will see if I can find those tonight. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/308198-looking-for-a-good-dark-blue-navy-spray-for-cfs/#findComment-4069013 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helias_Tancred Posted June 3, 2015 Author Share Posted June 3, 2015 I'm not sure if it's a gloss. It is a bit shiny... I sold the Night Lords and don't have any pictures, but I do think I have a few pieces that I did a sample test on while I was deciding which dark blue to use (just like you). I will see if I can find those tonight. Thanks :) ... possible lifesaver here. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/308198-looking-for-a-good-dark-blue-navy-spray-for-cfs/#findComment-4069339 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Landrick Posted June 24, 2015 Share Posted June 24, 2015 were you able to make any progress or find something good? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/308198-looking-for-a-good-dark-blue-navy-spray-for-cfs/#findComment-4101187 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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