Archive X Acrylics ESB (SE) Helmet paint prep

[mainst69]

Hi Fettheads,
I was doing an inventory on my paint before I get started painting. I was cataloging what I have to get ready for color testing. I suddenly realized I have no "bright silver" for the damage areas. So what is readily available (preferably acrylic) that I can use that will "play nice" with the AXA paints I have already?
What's everyone using out there?

Thanks in advance,
Mike

 

[superjedi]

I've used the Archive-X acrylics in conjunction with several other brands of acrylics like Tamiya, Vallejo, and the old Testors Model Master and never had any issues.
Since I still have a limited amount of Floquil Bright Silver I've never really tested other silvers though.

 

[BudaFett]

Wasn't there a rumor they're coming out with their own silver soon?

 

[superjedi]

I haven't heard. But if they do I'll give it a try.

 

[Fett 4 Real]

I have about 20 bottles of Model master silver I use... stocked up before rustoleum killed the brand

 

[mainst69]

Wasn't there a rumor they're coming out with their own silver soon?

I heard they were working on their own line of metallics/shiny’s soon, but who knows the development of paints

 

[mainst69]

I ended up buying some Vallejo metal color acrylic formulated for airbrushing that got good reviews for spraying and brushing. So we’ll see I guess.

 

[mainst69]

OK so any good recommendations for clear coat? I’m assuming matte clear?