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martin goddard Sponsoring Member of TMP24 Feb 2026 9:40 a.m. PST

Hello

Does anyone know of a source for paint markers with a very fine tip that can be used for 15mm figure straps.
I think 0.5 would be nice. Rotring, AK paintmarkers posci …
Also can be varnished without adverse effects.

I believe this would be useful for many horse and musket type uniforms.

Thanks

martin

Personal logo Grelber Supporting Member of TMP24 Feb 2026 10:41 a.m. PST

I've spent a lot of time looking for small white pens like that, but no luck. Still, I have hope and will check in to see how this thread goes.

Grelber

Personal logo John the OFM Supporting Member of TMP24 Feb 2026 10:43 a.m. PST

Please. I second that.

Personal logo Herkybird Supporting Member of TMP24 Feb 2026 10:50 a.m. PST

Indeed, some colours of fine pens are incredibly hard to find, I feel your pain!!!

Frederick Supporting Member of TMP24 Feb 2026 11:02 a.m. PST

I am with you, my brother – those white straps are a nightmare

Greg G124 Feb 2026 11:07 a.m. PST

I picked up some white Gelly Roll pens from Amazon to do road markings on some modern German bases of buildings. They came in a packet of 3, 0.3mm, 0.4mm, and 0.5mm. I was able to varnish the road markings using Coat D' Arms matt varnish. However I do not know if they would be any good on figures.

Martin Rapier24 Feb 2026 11:22 a.m. PST

I use Posca paint pens for loads of things, excellent coverage and a decent range of colours. All of mine have fine tips, apart from the gold and silver ones.

martin goddard Sponsoring Member of TMP24 Feb 2026 1:22 p.m. PST

Thanks all.


martin

jdagee24 Feb 2026 1:47 p.m. PST

I purchased these gel pens back in November to test out. I use them mainly to hand write numbers or letters on Battletech mechs. I have the .6mm. They seem to work okay, but I use them on unsealed paint, it has a better attachment surface.

a.co/d/02VRANLR

R, Jim

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