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Dark Sea Blue is a dark blue with a green undertone – a US naval aviation standard and, at the same time, the colour of deep water. On a figure it is a dark blue that never reads violet.
| Range | Standard |
| Colour family | Blue |
| Type | water-based acrylic |
| Finish | matt |
| Packaging | dropper bottle |
| Manufacturer code | AK11190 |
| EAN | 8435568304239 |
| Manufacturer | AK Interactive |
| Country of origin | Spain |
Highlight with Ocean Blue and Intermediate Blue; go deeper with Strong Dark Blue.
Why was naval aviation blue so dark?
So the aircraft would merge with the water seen from above. For a modeller that means a near-black surface needs a strong highlight or it loses its shape.
How do I thin it?
With water or an AK thinner. A few drops are enough for brush work; airbrushing needs more – AK thinners and cleaners are made for that. With acrylics, two thin coats always beat one thick one.
Is the finish really matt?
Yes, the 3rd Generation range dries matt. To protect the figure or even out the sheen, seal it with a matt varnish at the end.
The full range is in the AK 3rd Generation category.