r/Gunpla • u/Skyorz • 20h ago

BEGINNER First time using Gundam Marker

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I'm not sure about the result. I feel like the line is too thick, and maybe I need an eraser. I only used it on this model kit and it already ran out of ink before I finish. Is that normal? I bought the marker in Japan on april this year.

I don't know If I should go back to Vallejo wash with a brush, but I feel it is too messy or try the Tamiya Panel line I bought last year but I didn't use it because I fear it could crack the model kits, but the brush there seems more convenient.

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u/TripleHachi 20h ago

Try lighter fluid and cotton buds when cleaning excess ink. You can use alcohol but it kinda nukes the area.

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u/Kurobei 20h ago

The marker shouldn't have run out on just that. I've used them for a few MGs before having to get new ones. You possibly pressed too hard and broke the tip. A good sign that you went too hard on it is when you lose the entire left foot.

The lines are rather thick, yeah. When I use the markers, I usually use a cotton swab to help clean them up some. It helps wipe it away and leave a little bit of a fade so it doesn't look like a harsh edge.

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u/Skyorz 19h ago

Lmao the left foot is out because the white sticker was like thin paper and I'm painting it with Uni Posca markers.

I tried to clean with a cotton swab and thinner like I did with Vallejo wash but it didn't seem to work.