Vallejo 77160 - True Metallic Metal 160 Obsidian Black Shade acrylic paint 18 ml

Vallejo 77160 Obsidian Black Shade – Acrylic shading wash for the darkest metallic contrast

Vallejo 77160 – Obsidian Black Shade is the darkest SHADE wash in the True Metallic Metal range, designed to add dramatic depth and sharp definition to metallic surfaces. It works exceptionally well with all BASE and LIGHT colours, especially Aged Metal, Sterling Silver, Obsidian Black, Rusty Metal and other dark metals.

The satin finish maintains metallic reflectivity while deepening recesses and enhancing contrast. The wash flows naturally, creating powerful, controlled shadows ideal for high-impact TMM effects.

Set details:

• Volume: 18 ml
• Type: SHADE acrylic wash (non-metallic)
• Color: Obsidian Black Shade
• Finish: satin — preserves metallic shine
• Use: deep shading, structure definition, strong contrast
• Application: brush or airbrush

About Vallejo 77160 Obsidian Black Shade:

This intense black wash uses Vallejo’s Xpress Color technology to ensure smooth pigment flow, quick drying and clean, controlled settling. It excels at defining form, enhancing shadows and adding dramatic depth to metallic surfaces.

Perfect for sci-fi armour, fantasy weapons, industrial machinery, vehicles, mechanical constructs and any project requiring powerful shading.

About SHADE colours in the True Metallic Metal system:

SHADE washes make up the second step of the BSL (Base – Shade – Light) workflow:

• BASE: metallic foundation tones
• SHADE: satin washes — including Obsidian Black Shade
• LIGHT: bright metallic highlights
• AIRBRUSH: airbrush-optimized BASE tones

They enhance volume, depth, structure and contrast without dulling the metallic gleam.

Usage tips:

• Shake thoroughly before use.
• Apply over fully dried BASE or LIGHT layers.
• Brush: apply neat or thin with water — the effect remains deep and bold.
• Airbrush: ready to spray directly.
• Ideal for dramatic, strong shading on metallic surfaces.

About Vallejo:

Vallejo is a world-renowned manufacturer of acrylic paints for miniature painters and scale modellers. The True Metallic Metal system provides a complete, modern approach to achieving rich, expressive and realistic metallic finishes.