Agama

Agama specializes in modeling paint and finishing accessories. They offer three types of paints – enamels, acrylics and alcohol based colors in multiple shades. Agama also has a range of other modeling tools, putty and glues.

Metallic Paste

This is a finely ground metallic paste in a viscous carrier. It is not a dry powder. I sampled some silver on a test surface and it is very easy to apply. I used a cosmetic applicator to apply the paste. It went on with little effort and cover evenly. After it dries it can be polish to a metallic finish. Agama also has other metal pigments such as Steel, Copper, Brass, Bronze, Aluminum, Gun Metal, Gold and others.

Decal Media Set

This is a three-bottle set for applying decals. Adhesol is a surface preparation solution used prior to decal application. Once the decal has been applied use Tensol as a softening agent which draws the decal to irregular surfaces. If Tensol does not have an affect the use Hypersol which is a stronger version of Tensol.

Acrylic Paint / Thinner and Patinator

Agama offers enamel (14ml), acrylic (16ml) and alcohol-based (10ml) paints in hundreds of shades. My sample of acrylic paints sprayed very evenly using my airbrush. I used a 50/50 mix of thinner to paint. It dries very fast but cleans up really easy with window cleaner containing ammonia. I recommend the use of adequate ventilation when spraying the acrylic paints. Patinator is a finely ground weathering powder that comes in 10ml bottles. Patinator can be applied either wet or dry. Currently, there are eight shades including white, black, ash gray, sand, mud, clay, rust and khaki. Agama plans to add other shades in the future. I sampled mine applying it dry and wet (alcohol) with nice results. Patinator is easy to apply but, as with most chalk powders, it takes a little work with alcohol to remove if needed.

Conclusion

Agama introduces themselves to modelers here with some fine finishing products. For the last few years European modelers have enjoyed their products and now they are planning to explore markets outside of Europe.This Czech Republic company has a lot to offer the modeler. I highly recommend them. I would like to thank Agama for the review samples.

Addendum

Matt Bittner here. I too received a shipment from Agama. Included were three paints, thinner, three Patinators, the decal media set and the metallic paste. While I have yet to use any of it, it all looks great. I do plan on continuing my acrylics articles soon, and I will be taking a close look at these paints. Add my thanks to Agama for the review samples.