Playmarker Leather

The Playmarker Leather (AKM023) is a water-based acrylic paint marker by AK Interactive, specifically formulated for modellers and wargame players looking for precision, convenience and speed. With its felt tip and approximately 5 ml of high-coverage paint, it delivers the Leather tone with a satin finish ideal for leather goods, straps and equipment on all types of miniatures and scale models. Feroca is the official AK Interactive distributor in Spain, guaranteeing authentic products with immediate availability.

Technical specifications

What it is used for

The Playmarker Leather is designed to apply the Leather tone quickly, cleanly and precisely on any prepared surface. It is especially useful in small or hard-to-reach areas where a conventional brush becomes awkward. Its most common applications include:

• Painting straps, bags, holsters and leather elements on military figures and historical scale miniatures.
• Colouring saddles, riding tack and harnesses on cavalry miniatures or medieval dioramas.
• Base work in wargames (Warhammer and similar) for leather equipment on heroes, warriors and mounts.
• Quick colour sketches and colour scheme tests on miniatures without having to open a paint pot.
• Cosplay and SFX applications for prototypes, foam accessories or 3D-printed parts where a durable satin leather tone is needed.
• Spot touch-ups and corrections during the painting process on vehicle scale models with crew figures or accompanying miniatures.

How to use it

1. Surface preparation: Clean the piece of dust and grease. Apply a white primer to achieve maximum coverage and colour accuracy of the Leather tone. AK Interactive particularly recommends using a white primer before working with Playmarkers.
2. Activating the marker: Shake the Playmarker well before use. Gently press the tip onto a test surface until the paint flows evenly into the felt tip.
3. Application: Apply the colour with controlled strokes, as if using a brush. You can work in thin, overlapping layers to achieve greater intensity or smooth transitions. The felt tip allows a degree of wet-on-wet blending.
4. Drying between layers: Wait for each layer to dry before applying the next. Drying is fast thanks to the water-based acrylic formula.
5. Post-effects: Once the paint is dry, you can apply any weathering products, washes or pigments on top without risk of lifting the base colour.
6. Varnishing: If you wish to change or unify the finish, apply the varnish of your choice (matt, satin or gloss) without fear of damaging the paint.
7. Cleaning: Wipe the tip with a damp cloth after use. If the tip deteriorates, replace it with a new compatible replacement tip for AK Interactive Playmarkers.

Tips and tricks

Make the most of thin layers

Although the Playmarker Leather has high coverage, working with thin layers gives you more control over the final finish. Two or three light passes produce a more even and uniform result than a single heavy stroke, and allow you to correct mistakes before the layer becomes too opaque.

Blend directly on the piece

The acrylic formula of the Playmarkers allows you to blend and mix the Leather colour with other references in the range while the paint is still wet. Take advantage of this window to create transitions towards lighter or darker tones without needing a palette, directly on the miniature or scale model.

Replace the tip when you notice a loss of control

The felt tip is key to the marker's precision. If you notice the tip splaying, becoming saturated with dry paint or losing its shape, replace it. Keeping the tip in good condition makes a real difference in areas of fine detail such as buckles, stitching or leather edging.

Frequently asked questions