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Spray Planet Review of the NEW MTN Technical Markers

Montana Colors is known to be a leading innovator of all types of graffiti art products in the modern graffiti/street-art world. Thus, it comes as no surprise that they would, naturally, take the leap from making high-quality paints to high-quality markers and inks for writers, artists, designers, illustrators, and creatives alike.

Enter the NEW MTN Technical Markers! These high quality drawing markers are hands-down the quintessential way to expand your artwork and your black book / sketching arsenal. Whether you are being creative for work/business or just being creating art in your leisure time, the MTN Technical Markers add new possibilities that are both fun and easy for any artist to enjoy and utilize at home or on-the-go!

 

Overview of MTN Colors Technical Markers for Drawing

MTN Technical Markers Overview

The NEW MTN Technical Markers are high opacity ink markers that have a range of different characteristics. They are specifically designed for outlining, drawing and writing, and are available in wide a variety of different tip formats and widths – depending on your use! The available formats include: The Technical Fineliner Marker (available in 5 different sizes); The Technical Brush Marker; and The Technical Calligraphy Marker. The MTN Technical Markers are also available individually or in a boxed set of 3 or 7. Click here to see ALL the MTN Technical Markers available at Spray Planet.Lets get in-depth and look at each of the MTN Technical Marker types with a marker type by marker type breakdown.

 

MTN Colors Technical Fineliner Marker for drawing

MTN Technical Fineliner Marker

As the name indicates, the MTN Technical Fineliner Marker is the ideal tool for outlining or making fine lines. The nib, or tip, is composed of a durable, nylon fiber encased in a chrome, tubular tip that is ideal for getting into extremely tight spaces and crevices. The overall advantage to this specific marker is the wide range of sizes that are available. Spray Planet carries the MTN Technical Fineliner Marker in 5 sizes from smallest to largest: .01; .03; .05; 0.7; and 1.0.

The ink used inside the .01, .03, 0.5, and 0.7 MTN Technical Fineliner Markers is a high-opacity, water-based black ink, which allows for fluid inking on paper and similar substrates. Although the black ink inside these Fineliner markers is extremely opaque, you should know up front that it does not cover well over gold and silver paints/pigments/inks.

 

MTN Colors Technical Markers in Gold and Silver for drawing

However, to make up for the lack of silver coverage in the smaller Fineliner markers, the much broader 1.0 MTN Technical Fineliner Marker comes equipped with Montana Colors’ signature “Silver Killer” formula that is exclusive to the Nitro2G spray paint line. With this “Silver Killer” formula, the user is able to quickly (and cleanly) make marks and strokes over gold and silver inks/paints/pigments without worrying about the black being absorbed. On top of that, the 1.0 MTN Technical Fineliner Marker is also the only size of the MTN Fineliners that is also available in Gold and Silver.

MTN Technical Fineliner Markers Key Features

  • High-quality, water-based black ink
  • Waterproof
  • Solid flow
  • Chrome, tubular tip
  • No lead or aromatic solvents
  • UV-resistant
  • Silver Killer formula (only in 1.0 format)

Pros of MTN Technical Fineliner Markers

  • Ideal for intricate/detail linework
  • Fast dry time
  • Compatible with different markers/paints
  • Affordable
  • 1.0 format goes over silver/gold inks/pigments/paints with ease

Cons of MTN Technical Fineliner Markers

  • Ultra-thin nib sizes can dry out pretty fast
  • When used in combination with oil/acrylic paint, nibs can clog if paint is not fully cured
  • Silver Killer formula not available in all formats/sizes
  • Gold/Silver colors not available in all formats/sizes

MTN Colors Technical Brush Marker for Drawing

MTN Technical Brush Marker

The MTN Technical Brush Marker comes equipped with a felt, brush tip that is similar in style and application as an actual paint brush. The tip is composed of a flexible, nylon fiber that makes this particular MTN Technical Marker a versatile tool for any artist who is already familiar with a paintbrush. The overall advantage to the brush tip is the ability for the user to achieve different line weights from extremely fine all the way to bolder strokes and everything in between just by the amount of pressure applied during usage. This means you can VERY easily get a wide range of detail work with just a single marker! And to top it off, it contains Montana Colors’ signature “Silver Killer” formula, so painting over silver and gold inks/pigments/paints is no problem!

MTN Technical Brush Marker Key Features

  • High-quality, black ink
  • Brush tip
  • Waterproof
  • Solid flow
  • No lead or aromatic solvents
  • UV-resistant
  • Silver Killer formula

Pros of MTN Technical Brush Marker

  • Capable of wide range of linework (1-3 mm)
  • Fast dry time
  • Compatible with different markers/paints
  • Affordable
  • Goes over silver/gold inks/pigments/paints with ease

Cons of MTN Technical Brush Marker

  • When used in combination with oil/acrylic paint, nibs can dry if paint is not fully cured
  • Not available in Gold/Silver colors

 

MTN Colors Technical Calligraphy Marker for Drawing

MTN Technical Calligraphy Marker

No marker set would be complete without a calligraphy marker! The MTN Technical Calligraphy Marker is the way to go for any artist looking to achieve the traditional calligraphic lettering style. It has a nylon, felt chisel tip that can get a line width range of 1 to 3 mm. On top of that, the MTN Technical Calligraphy Marker also contains the “Silver Killer” formula, so it will go right over any gold or silver pigments/inks/paints.

Anyone familiar with writing Calligraphy knows it takes practice and dedication, so this marker, while a great tool to practice with, is created for the more advanced user in mind. Montana Colors specifically designed the marker to be high quality but more affordable, than higher-end calligraphic pens on the market.

MTN Technical Calligraphy Marker Key Features

  • High-quality, black ink
  • Chisel tip
  • Waterproof
  • Solid flow
  • No lead or aromatic solvents
  • UV-resistant
  • Silver Killer formula

Pros of MTN Technical Calligraphy Marker

  • Capable of wide range of linework (1-3 mm)
  • Fast dry time
  • Compatible with different markers/paints
  • Affordable
  • Goes over silver/gold inks/pigments/paints with ease

Cons of MTN Technical Calligraphy Marker

  • When used in combination with oil/acrylic paint, nibs can dry if paint is not fully cured
  • Not available in Gold/Silver colors

 

Holding MTN Colors Technical Markers for Drawing

Final Ruling On MTN Technical Markers

The MTN Technical Markers are the latest and greatest by Montana Colors and they do not disappoint. The addition of these drawing markers really fills the gap in the MTN graffiti supply catalog and is nice that they play well with the MTN 94 graphic markers. These high-opacity ink markers are the ideal choice for any artist or creative that is looking to seriously expand their artistic arsenal. With a wide range of features and formats available in such a small number of markers there really is not much need to look elsewhere for a high-quality black ink marker.

 

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