Using a Metallic Spray Can, Still Prime?

[LouieN]

Hello All,

I have a project ahead where the minis are going to be metallic.  I picked up a metallic spray can to speed things up.   

Do I still need to prime the mini?  I wasn't sure

Thanks

[Cacique Caribe]

Is it a 2-in-1 can?  Some say it is both primer AND paint.

Also, are you painting plastic?  If so, buy Krylon Fusion spray cans.  It bonds directly to plastic and works as a primer and base coat all in one.

Dan

[Daeothar]

Ideally, you'd prime before you paint, but I've been guilty of spraying my basecoat on the bare plastic/resin/metal myself...

In fact, I did this with a lot of my Dropfleet Commander ships; a spray of silver directly on top of the bare plastic. I glazed on top of that and ended with a coat of varnish.

I've had no chipping whatsoever with them (although they only rarely leave the cabinet to be honest). But these are plastics, which are a lot more forgiving in that respect. Metal miniatures might be more prone to chipping, especially on edges.

So; TLDR: you can, but there is an increased risk of chipping...

[LouieN]

TY both