Originally Posted by
maillemaker
I'm not sure it's worth even keeping a "basic set of paints".
I still have lots of paints from years and years ago, but most of the time when I break out an old bottle of paint it's gummed up. *Maybe* suitable for brush use but it will never shoot through an airbrush again.
I'm coming around to the idea that it may be a better idea to just buy paints as needed.
Steve
Buy a quality paint in a good sealed jar and you don't have to worry.
I've finally gotten back around to looking at my paints after almost 17 years of neglect.
Old Ral Partha = Rubber balls.
Tamiya (30ml) acrylics that were partials were STILL GOOD! That stupid cap of theirs works great for keeping air out, just don't let it get caked with paint... (Otherwise bring out the boiling water to un-sieze the cap).
Now also have the Vallejo which everyone says is decent. I'll know soon!