Model Brushes

A good brush is the foundation of miniature and scale-model painting. Model brushes are your primary tool for basecoats, fine details, highlights, shading, freehand designs, texturing, and every small stroke that brings a project to life. This collection brings together a wide range of high-quality options from AMMO by Mig Jiménez, Monument Hobbies, Citadel, The Army Painter, Tamiya, Mr. Hobby, GSI Creos, and many other trusted brands known for precision and durability. With more than a hundred tools to choose from, this collection offers model brushes for every skill level and any type of painting style.

Whether you work on wargaming miniatures, aircraft, armor, fantasy figures, cars, or diorama elements, model brushes give you the level of control you need to execute clean lines, smooth blends, and realistic weathering. The selection includes synthetic and natural-hair brushes, round detail brushes, flat brushes, angled brushes, drybrush tools, texture brushes, and ultra-fine detail options that allow artists to work confidently even at the smallest scales. Each tool in this collection is curated to support hobbyists who want the best balance between performance, longevity, and comfort during long sessions of painting.

What’s in this collection

The model brushes in this collection cover a wide range of shapes, sizes, and intended uses. AMMO offers a versatile selection with synthetic fibers built to withstand acrylics, enamels, and pigment work. Their detail brushes hold a sharp point and maintain their shape, making them ideal for cockpit panels, chipping effects, edge highlights, and pin washes. Monument Hobbies brushes are designed for miniature painters who demand consistent tension and excellent paint retention, helping blend colors smoothly and achieve advanced transitions.

For Warhammer and fantasy painters, Citadel provides brushes tailored to shading, drybrushing, basecoating, and texturing. They are especially effective for quick army-painting workflows. The Army Painter delivers accessible and reliable brush sets that allow new painters to explore a wide range of techniques without needing individual purchases. Meanwhile, GSI Creos and Mr. Hobby offer Japanese-engineered precision brushes ideal for scale modeling, particularly when working with tiny cockpit details, instrument panels, cables, and weathering effects on aircraft and armor kits.

Here are some of the main types included in the model brushes collection:

• Round detail brushes for general work, capable of handling both medium and fine areas with a controlled point.
• Flat brushes ideal for smooth basecoats, varnishes, blending wide surfaces, and applying filters.
• Angled brushes that help reach tight corners or create directional strokes with accuracy.
• Drybrush tools designed for fast highlights, metallic wear, fabric textures, and environmental effects.
• Ultra-fine detail brushes for freehand markings, eyes on miniatures, tiny patterns, and micro-highlights.
• Synthetic brushes for high-durability use with acrylics, washes, and enamel products.
• Natural-hair options, including Kolinsky, offering premium paint retention and the finest control for professional-level finishes.

This variety ensures that every painter—casual hobbyist or professional—will find model brushes suited to their workflow and style.

Benefits, uses, and practical tips

Choosing the right model brushes improves painting speed, precision, and consistency. A well-made brush maintains its shape longer, handles paint more predictably, and helps artists execute techniques with less effort. Good brushes also reduce hand fatigue and make long sessions more enjoyable.

• For basecoats or large areas, flat synthetic brushes help distribute paint evenly without streaks.
• For sharp details, a small round brush with a fine point provides clean, controlled lines and precise highlights.
• Drybrush tools with firm bristles allow you to apply quick textures, catch raised edges, and simulate worn materials.
• Kolinsky brushes excel in smooth blending, micro-precision, and advanced figure painting.
• Synthetic brushes resist wear and are perfect for enamel products, oil work, and aggressive cleaning.
• Keeping separate brushes for acrylics, oils, and enamel-based products helps extend the life of each tool.
• Regular cleaning with brush soaps and conditioners prevents pigment buildup and keeps tips sharp.
• Maintaining a variety of sizes allows you to switch quickly between large surfaces and tiny details.

With this selection of model brushes, you can build a toolkit that adapts to any project—fantasy armies, display pieces, dioramas, military models, or collectible miniatures. SprayGunner offers the widest variety, competitive pricing, and fast shipping, making it easy to find the brush that matches your vision and technique.

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