U.S. Navy OUTSIDE GRAY No. 11 (1944-1945) 2-oz bottle (Airbrush-ready) Tru-Color Paint SPECIAL ORDER ONLY

The U.S. Navy OUTSIDE GRAY No. 11 Tru-Color Paint is an airbrush-ready, solvent-based acrylic paint designed to replicate the exact shade used by the Navy from 1944 to 1945. This 2-ounce bottle delivers authentic historic color with a formula optimized for precision application.

• Solvent-based acrylic paint thinned with Acetone and other media
• Ready for airbrushing; too thin for brush painting
• Glossy finish on all non-flat or matte colors, ideal for decal application
• Requires ventilation when spraying; easy cleanup with inexpensive Acetone
• Special Order Only item, ordered early Monday mornings and ships within 4-8 days

Compared to common hobby paints, this Tru-Color paint stands out with its authentic pigment formulation and airbrush-ready consistency that replicates true U.S. Navy colors from the WWII era. While many paints are brush-based or acrylic watercolors, this model’s solvent base ensures durability, vivid color accuracy, and superior blendability when airbrushed. The subtle but precise gray hue meets historical standards for Navy outside gray No. 11, supporting detailed scale modeling and restoration projects.

Key Technical Advantages: Technology and Performance

This paint uses a solvent-based acrylic formula thinned with Acetone and other media for smooth spray application. Its airbrush-ready feature provides a fine, consistent mist suitable for professional results without clogging. The finish dries glossy, making it perfect for post-paint decal overlays. Unlike thicker brush paints, this product requires ventilation for safe spraying, emphasizing its advanced composition and professional-grade performance. Additionally, the paint's unique packaging in soft plastic bottles may see some thinning media evaporation over time, but pigment longevity is guaranteed and can be restored with Tru-Color’s Rejuvenator or thinner, ensuring long-term usability.