It’s not a marker…it’s not a brush…it’s the Missing Link! The ultimate solution for adding weathering effects to your models.

AMMO by Mig is proud to announce its new Missing Link Sets: Aircraft, Trains and Tanks. Per their website:

The new brush tip watercolor marker set from AMMO by Mig Jimenez represents an evolution in modeling tools. Designed for precision, versatility, and ease of use. This set of 12 transparent colors has been carefully selected to reproduce realistic effects on military vehicle models. With Missing Link Brush Tip markers, you can apply everything from filters to weathering effects on your models.

Each marker features a high-precision, flexible brush tip that delivers smooth, controlled strokes—from fine lines to medium and broader coverage—making it perfect for both detailed work and large surface effects without the need to switch tools.

Key Features and Advantages

• Professional Brush Tip: Conical and flexible design allows precise application, ideal for fine detailing and broad weathering effects.
• Watercolor, Transparent Pigments: Colors are transparent, allowing subtle layering without covering the base coat—perfect for creating filters, shadows, dirt, rust, and smooth color transitions.
• Easy Blending & Correction: Fully water-soluble formulas allow you to blend effects or remove them entirely with a damp brush or the blending marker included.
• Semi-Matte, Realistic Finish: Once dry, the colors integrate naturally into the painted surface, simulating techniques like airbrushing—but with greater speed and minimal effort.
• Vibrant, High-Chromatic Intensity: Shades become more vivid as they dry, enhancing depth and realism.
• Ergonomic Design: Each marker features an anti-roll cap, clear color identification, and a compact size—ideal for storage and transport.
• Beginner-Friendly, Pro-Ready: Easy to control and correct, these markers deliver professional results regardless of experience level.

Recommended Uses

• Weathering effects for tanks and armored vehicles: dust, mud, rust, streaking, and grime.
  • Creating realistic shadows and smooth tonal transitions.
  • Quick, risk-free effects that can be blended, layered, or removed as needed.
  • 12 high-quality watercolor markers in realistic tones for military vehicles.
  • 1 empty blending marker for use with water.
  • Transparent protective caps for quick color identification.
  • Anti-roll cap design prevents accidental drops falling.
  • Color-coded caps for easy reference.
  • Compact and portable—ideal for workbenches and travel.
  • All markers feature flexible, conical brush tips for both precision and broad strokes.
  • Clean and blend effortlessly with water.

As there are no instructions in the packaging, the PDF Instructions are found on the AMMO by Mig website. There are also linked videos to show how the Missing Link markers can be used. The Missing Link series is designed to be used on previously painted surfaces to create weathering effects.

The Missing Links Tanks Set includes the following colors:

• A.MIG-0406 Missing Link Flesh
• A.MIG-0408 Missing Link Faded Green
• A.MIG-0409 Missing Link Earth
• A.MIG-0410 Missing Link Dirt
• A.MIG-0411 Missing Link Black
• A.MIG-0412 Missing Link Dark Green
• A.MIG-0413 Missing Link Dark Rust
• A.MIG-0414 Missing Link Rust
• A.MIG-0416 Missing Link Ochre
• A.MIG-0417 Missing Link Blue Gray
• A.MIG-0418 Missing Link Medium Gray
• A.MIG-0419 Missing Link Red Brown
• A.MIG-0421 Missing Link Water Blur

For this review, I used a piece of styrene painted olive green and applied the Missing Link brushes over three finishes: matte, glossy and on bare paint itself. After applying the Missing Link colors, I realized the olive green washed out the watercolors (pun intended). The attached photos show the expected results; some colors pop, some are barely visible, depending on the color. I then painted three styrene cards in primer gray with the same three finishes (matte, glossy, and on the paint itself). Other colors are more visible and give an example of the density that can be applied. Finally, I painted two styrene cards in white with a matte finish and bare paint, not bothering with glossy as the watercolors did not lay down. It is no wonder that AMMO by Mig recommends a matte or satin finish.

I also used the Missing Link on a couple of models to give a before and after comparison. The 1/72 M2 Bradley in the winter MERDC scheme does a good job showcasing the dirt, earth, and blue gray colors. In the photos of the models, the before image is on top and the weathered model is on the bottom. I also used a 1/35 Panhard 178 that was weathered differently, with the left-hand side weathered and the right-hand side non-weathered. The contrast is subtle and allows the modeler to build up the effects, providing depth.

Is Missing Links Tank Set worth it? It is essentially a wash in a paint marker, and yes, I believe it is worth the cost. The brushes are beautiful to use, and the effect can be easily manipulated by using the tip or side of the brush, pushing down hard or soft, and can flow beautifully into recesses. Best of all, as it is a watercolor, it can be blended with water, diluted, mixed, or removed easily. Will this replace the existing weather products on the market? No, but that is the point, it will augment weathering products and provide modelers with another tool in their modeling arsenal.

Profuse thanks to AMMO by Mig and IPMS/USA for providing the review sample.