Gaahleri Kaleido 12 Primary Matt Water-Based Airbrush Paint Set

Gaahleri Kaleido 12 Primary Matt Colors Set is a water-based acrylic paint kit made for airbrush work on models and miniatures. The listing describes the paints as pre-thinned and ready to spray, with nano-milled pigments intended to flow through airbrush nozzles as small as 0.2 mm.

At a glance

Water-based acrylic paints in a 12-colour set, listed for airbrushing.
Manufacturer says the colours are factory-adjusted for spraying without dilution and can be used with 0.2 mm nozzles.
The listing claims a dry-to-touch time of 15–20 minutes and scratch-resistant coating once hardened.

Price

€26.99Save 33%

Reference price: ~~€39.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Pre-thinned formulation is intended to avoid a separate thinning step before spraying.
The claimed fine pigment dispersion and 0.2 mm nozzle compatibility may suit detailed model and miniature work.
Listing describes adhesion to ABS, PS, resin, metal and fabric.

Cons

The listing identifies the paint as not waterproof, which may not suit projects needing water resistance without an additional finish.

Technical specifications

8 specifications

Identity
Brand	Gaahleri
Model	12 Primary Matt Colors Set

Format and application
Set size	1.67 ml (pack of 12)
Item form	Liquid
Container type	Bottle
Waterproof	False

Drying
Full cure time	20 Minutes
Dry time	0.25

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

Listing details are inconsistent: the title calls the finish both matt and high gloss, while the feature text describes matte paint. It also gives a 15–20-minute dry-to-touch claim and a separate 20-minute full-cure time, which are different stated milestones. Confirm the finish and timing relevant to your project before buying. The manufacturer also claims indoor-safe, odourless use and compliance with REACH and ASTM D-4236, which are not independently verified here.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Scale-model and miniature painters seeking a 12-colour water-based airbrush set.
Users who want a pre-thinned paint option for detailed spraying.

Less suited to

Projects requiring paint that is waterproof on its own.
Buyers who need a confirmed gloss or matte finish before selecting paint.

Gaahleri Kaleido 12 Primary Matt Water-Based Airbrush Paint Set · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 24 ratings

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Aggregate ratings lean strongly towards five-star scores, but a smaller share are two-star ratings. Without review comments, the figures do not show what customers liked or disliked. They cannot establish how the paint sprays, how its finish looks, or whether it matches the listing’s conflicting matt and gloss wording.

Frequently asked questions

Does this set need thinning before airbrushing?

The manufacturer says the colours are factory-adjusted and need no dilution. It also claims compatibility with nozzles as small as 0.2 mm.

Is the finish matte or gloss?

The listing conflicts: its title includes both “Primary Matt” and “High Gloss”, while the feature text describes matte paints. Confirm the finish for the selected listing.

How quickly does the paint dry?

The listing claims 15–20 minutes to dry to the touch and gives a separate full-cure time of 20 minutes. Treat these as distinct manufacturer-stated timings.

Is the paint waterproof?

The product details say “False” for waterproof. The listing does not claim that the paint is waterproof on its own.