Modelling Putty

BobbyRay · 12-07-2008

Here's a real dumb newbie question...

What consistency should I expect modelling putty to be?

I bought my first ever tube of putty (Italieri) and it comes out like paint rather than a mouldable putty like I was expecting. Fine for brushing into gappy seams, but not much else.

Is it a duff tube or past its shelf life? Or is it meant to be like this?

Any pointers appreciated.....

**John** · 12-07-2008

Sounds like it could be past it's shelf life if it's not setting, I use Squadron green putty, I used it the other day first time in ages and it worked fine, comes out like paste dries quite quick ready for sanding.

BobbyRay · 12-07-2008

Thanks John - confirms my suspicions. I'll head for the Squadron shelf next time.

wolfflarsen · 12-07-2008

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Originally Posted by BobbyRay

Here's a real dumb newbie question...

What consistency should I expect modelling putty to be?

I bought my first ever tube of putty (Italieri) and it comes out like paint rather than a mouldable putty like I was expecting. Fine for brushing into gappy seams, but not much else.

Is it a duff tube or past its shelf life? Or is it meant to be like this?

Any pointers appreciated.....

I have been experimenting and trying to find a filler that works for me. I have had some success with Squadron putty and thinning it with acetone for finer fills.
I have had limited success with Microbubbles and super glue.

**wonwinglo** · 13-07-2008

Squadron putty every time,the brand market leader,it sounds as if you have a faulty tube there minus some important part of the formulae,send it back to the manufacturers for attention,they need to know.

Quote:

Originally Posted by BobbyRay

Here's a real dumb newbie question...

What consistency should I expect modelling putty to be?

I bought my first ever tube of putty (Italieri) and it comes out like paint rather than a mouldable putty like I was expecting. Fine for brushing into gappy seams, but not much else.

Is it a duff tube or past its shelf life? Or is it meant to be like this?

Any pointers appreciated.....