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Try more than one brush shape.
The Army Painter Mega Brush Set
ST5113 · original ten-brush set
Buyer feedback ↓The original Wargames set brings detail, coverage and drybrushing shapes together, plus a black-handled Kolinsky Masterclass brush. Check the edition: the later Bionic Bristle set is different.
- 10 brushesSet contentsOriginal ST5113 assortment
- Mixed shapesPainting tasksDetail, coverage and drybrushing
- Triangular gripsDetail handlesDifferent feel from round handles
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THE QUICK TAKE
Is it right for you?
Choose it when you are building a first varied brush kit. Different head shapes let you try detail work, larger areas and drybrushing without ordering each tool separately.
Skip the full box if you already know which few brushes you use. The set is not ten identical premium detail brushes, and the hands-on review found uneven performance across the shapes. The tiny heads and triangular grips will not suit everyone.
01 / BUYING NOTES
Before you buy.
02 / AMAZON REVIEWS
The buyers’ view.
Buyers appreciate the range of brush shapes, and one miniature painter particularly likes the soft, easy-to-clean drybrushes and comfortable triangular grips. Tip retention draws mixed experiences: one owner finds the set useful with frequent reshaping, while others report bristles spreading or fraying on first use and, in one case, failing to regain their point.
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View source ↗03 / REVIEWS & VIDEO
See it in use.
See how it works, then read the findings behind the buying advice.
Paints and Brushes for Miniatures: The Army Painter Review [Unboxing]
Jump to the brush-set segment to see the actual assortment. Paint and wet-palette segments cover separate products.
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Read 2 written sources Product scope is labeled · key findings in bold
The reviewer liked the range for newer painters and the included Kolinsky brush. They also found splitting, curling and weak performance from some head shapes, making the set less compelling for an experienced painter replacing favorite brushes.
The original Mega Brush Set combines different Wargamer brush shapes with a bonus Kolinsky Masterclass brush. It should not be confused with the later all-synthetic Bionic Bristle assortment sold under a similar name.
04 / COMPARE
Different priorities.
Choose the tradeoff that fits how you will use it.
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THIS GUIDEThe Army Painter Mega Brush SetST5113 · original ten-brush set |  ALTERNATIVEThe Army Painter Most Wanted Brush SetTL5043 · original three-brush set | |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon price | $49.99 | — |
| Best for | Trying a broad range of miniature brush shapes | Starting with fewer brush types |
| How it works | Ten different brushes in the original edition | Insane Detail, Regiment and Small Drybrush |
| Before buying | Uneven performance; check the edition | Does not include the full Mega assortment |
| Explore | Read buying guide →Source ↗ | View on Amazon ↗ |
About these everyday comparisons
Approximate comparisons to familiar objects: a bank card’s 3.37-inch long edge, a Letter sheet’s 11-inch long edge, or a US nickel’s 21.21 mm diameter / 5 g weight. Water comparisons exclude the container’s weight. Capacity comparisons describe volume, not exterior size or how food fits. Reference pictures identify the object; use the labeled ratio for the comparison.
05 / PRICE HISTORY
The price over time.
The Army Painter Mega Brush Set · ST5113 · original ten-brush set · Amazon US
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06 / RELATED FINDS
A few useful extras.
For the way you plan to use it.
Care for the brush tips.
The Masters Brush Cleaner
Clean and reshape the brushes after painting rather than leaving paint to dry near the ferrules.
Add a mixing surface.
The Army Painter Wet Palette
The separate wet palette provides a working area for water-based acrylics and a brush-storage tray.