Mr Hobby
Mr. Hobby is the modelling paint and tools brand of Japanese manufacturer GSI Creos, formerly known as Gunze Sangyo. The brand's origins date back to the 1960s, when Gunze Sangyo's Materials Department released Level Color, one of the first paints designed specifically for plastic model kits. The product became synonymous with model painting in Japan. In 1977, Level Color was rebranded as Mr. Color, the name it carries to this day. In 2001, the parent company changed its name from Gunze Sangyo to GSI Creos, and the hobby division was consolidated under the Mr. Hobby brand.
Mr. Hobby is the market leader in Japan and one of the most trusted names among professional modellers worldwide. The flagship Mr. Color range is a solvent-based acrylic lacquer paint renowned for its pigment density, durability, fast drying time and smooth airbrush performance. Alongside Mr. Color, the brand produces Aqueous Hobby Color (a water-based acrylic alternative), Mr. Weathering Color for realistic ageing effects, Gundam Color for mecha kits, and a comprehensive range of primers, surfacers, varnishes, thinners, putties, cements, masking products and tools. Major kit manufacturers, including Bandai, Hasegawa and Fujimi specify Mr. Color numbers in their painting instructions, reflecting the brand's industry-standard status.
At Wonderland Models, we stock a wide range of Mr. Hobby products. Shop securely online for express shipping or visit our in-store experts in Edinburgh for personalised advice.
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Mr Hobby
Mr. Hobby is the modelling paint and tools brand of Japanese manufacturer GSI Creos, formerly known as Gunze Sangyo. The brand's origins date back to the 1960s, when Gunze Sangyo's Materials Department released Level Color, one of the first paints designed specifically for plastic model kits. The product became synonymous with model painting in Japan. In 1977, Level Color was rebranded as Mr. Color, the name it carries to this day. In 2001, the parent company changed its name from Gunze Sangyo to GSI Creos, and the hobby division was consolidated under the Mr. Hobby brand.
Mr. Hobby is the market leader in Japan and one of the most trusted names among professional modellers worldwide. The flagship Mr. Color range is a solvent-based acrylic lacquer paint renowned for its pigment density, durability, fast drying time and smooth airbrush performance. Alongside Mr. Color, the brand produces Aqueous Hobby Color (a water-based acrylic alternative), Mr. Weathering Color for realistic ageing effects, Gundam Color for mecha kits, and a comprehensive range of primers, surfacers, varnishes, thinners, putties, cements, masking products and tools. Major kit manufacturers, including Bandai, Hasegawa and Fujimi specify Mr. Color numbers in their painting instructions, reflecting the brand's industry-standard status.
At Wonderland Models, we stock a wide range of Mr. Hobby products. Shop securely online for express shipping or visit our in-store experts in Edinburgh for personalised advice.
All Categories | Mr Color Paints | Mr Color GX Paints | Mr Metal Color Paints | Aqueous Hobby Color | Gundam Color Paints | Gundam Markers | Surface Primers | Modelling Accessories
- Mr Hobby Paints and Primers
Mr Hobby is a premium Japanese modelling brand manufactured by GSI Creos, renowned for its exceptional quality paints, primers and finishing products. The brand is particularly popular with aircraft modellers, Gundam builders and anyone working with plastic model kits. Mr Hobby products are trusted by professional modellers worldwide for their smooth application, accurate colour matching and consistent results.
The Mr Color lacquer paint range is the flagship product line, offering fast-drying, durable finishes with excellent adhesion to plastic. Mr Hobby Aqueous Color provides a water-based alternative for those who prefer lower-odour paints. The Mr Surfacer primer range is considered industry-standard among serious modellers, available in multiple grades from fine to heavy for filling seams, panel lines and surface imperfections.
- Mr Hobby Finishing Products and Tools
Beyond paints, Mr Hobby produces an extensive range of finishing products that are essential for high-quality scale model building. Mr Mark Setter and Mr Mark Softer are the go-to solutions for applying waterslide decals, ensuring they conform smoothly to curved and detailed surfaces. Mr Cement and Mr Cement S provide precision plastic welding for clean, strong joints.
The modelling accessories range includes thinners, flat and gloss clear coats, metallic top coats, weathering colours and masking solutions. Mr Hobby's Gundam Marker range offers a convenient pen-format paint system for detailing and panel lining on Gundam and mecha model kits.
- Why Buy Mr Hobby from Wonderland Models?
Wonderland Models stocks the Mr Hobby range of paints, primers, cements, thinners and finishing products. Whether you are building aircraft kits, Gundam models, or any plastic model kit that demands a professional finish, our team can help you find the right products. We offer fast UK delivery with express options, secure online ordering, and over 50 years of specialist modelling experience. Visit our Edinburgh store or shop online with confidence.
- What is Mr Surfacer used for?
Mr Surfacer is a liquid primer and filler that is applied to plastic model surfaces before painting. It fills minor surface imperfections, seam lines and scratches while providing an excellent key for paint adhesion. It is available in several grades, finer grades for light priming and coarser grades for heavier filling work.
- Are Mr Hobby paints lacquer or acrylic?
Mr Hobby produces both. The Mr Color range is lacquer-based, offering fast drying times and a very durable finish. Mr Hobby Aqueous Color is a water-based acrylic alternative with lower odour. Both ranges are designed for scale model painting.
- Is Mr Hobby suitable for Gundam models?
Yes. Mr Hobby is one of the most popular paint brands among Gundam builders. The Mr Color range, Gundam Marker pens and Mr Surfacer primers are all widely used for painting, detailing and finishing Gundam and mecha model kits.