ATOM COLOR Dark Grey

AMMO ATOM COLOR Dark Grey — a dark gray acrylic paint, 20 ml

A versatile dark gray shade from the AMMO of Mig Jimenez ATOM acrylic line. This is a modeling paint, not a kit or a set. The formula is water-thinned, yet behaves similarly to a lacquer: it covers well, is self-leveling (no brush marks remain after drying), and dries fast — touch-dry in roughly ten minutes, fully cured within 24 hours. The paint is odorless and is designed for both brush and airbrush use; for spraying, thin it with water or with the acrylic thinner from the same manufacturer. Bottle size is 20 ml.

Use

• Dark areas of the model where pure black would look unnatural — landing gear, running gear, tires, frames, and interiors.
• A replacement for black. Pure black is rarely used on a model: in small scale it swallows detail and the area looks like a blind hole. Dark gray keeps shadows and shapes readable, while still reading as black to the eye.
• Pre-shading of panel lines and seams, a dark base under the top coat, and deeper shadows in folds and recesses.
• Modern military vehicles and accessories with dark gray components, as well as figures, dioramas, and various props.
• Once fully cured, it takes further layers well — enamel washes, filters, decal softeners, and masking tape.

Who the paint is for

For modelers who want one reliable dark gray for everything and do not want to deal with solvents. It suits beginners thanks to easy water thinning, and advanced builders who appreciate the self-leveling finish and smooth airbrush spray. Watch out for a mix-up: this shade is a general dark gray with no specific period or national reference. If you are looking for a specific historical German tank gray, reach for the separate ATOM Dunkelgrau RAL 7021 shade instead — that one is tied to a specific period, while Dark Grey is a general-purpose shade.

The paint is water-thinned and odorless, but when airbrushing, work in a ventilated room and avoid inhaling the aerosol. Keep out of reach of children. Shake the bottle thoroughly before use.