Tamiya LP-1 Black

Tamiya's LP lacquers are a favourite for a reason — they dry fast to a tough, ultra-smooth finish that's superb through an airbrush. LP-1 Black is the deep, dependable black at the heart of the range, doing the heavy lifting as a base coat while still being clean enough for detail work.

Best for

• Airbrushed base coats that dry hard and smooth in minutes
• Fine detail work, thanks to excellent coverage and a clean finish
• Pre-shading — lay it down first and build colour over the top

A tough, fast lacquer finish holds up to handling far better than acrylics, which matters once a model's off the bench and onto the shelf.

10ml bottle, ready for the airbrush. Thin and clean up with Tamiya Lacquer Thinner, and pair it with LP-9 Clear to seal the finish once you're done.