2020 curved handle · 66-09WORKBENCH PICKCraft tools
Hold the handle, not the paintwork.
Citadel Painting Handle Mk2
2020 curved handle · 66-09
Buyer feedback ↓A curved hand grip with a spring-loaded base clamp. It holds a miniature by a compatible base so you can turn the model without touching the painted surface.
- 40 mmLargest listed round baseCheck the supported base shapes≈ 0.47 bank-card lengths
- Spring clampAttachmentNo mounting putty required
- Fixed headConstructionNot a removable-cap system
Amazon US · 2020 curved handle · 66-09 · Retailer link
THE QUICK TAKE
Is it right for you?
Buy it for painting miniatures on compatible round bases. The spring clamp is quick to load, and the curved grip gives your fingers somewhere to hold without rubbing fresh paint.
Look elsewhere for oversized bases, loose parts or interchangeable caps. This handle relies on its fixed clamp and the base fitting correctly. A putty-mounted rotating handle offers more flexibility for irregular pieces.
01 / BUYING NOTES
Before you buy.
02 / AMAZON REVIEWS
The buyers’ view.
What buyers like
- quality78
- functionality54
- Value for money40
- ease of use30
- Durability28
- ergonomics24
Mixed feedback
- secure hold53
Common concerns
- Size37
The small numbers are review mentions. Topics and sentiment are from Amazon’s customer-review overview.
Amazon US · Checked . Ratings may include other colors and sizes.
View source ↗03 / REVIEWS & VIDEO
See it in use.
See how it works, then read the findings behind the buying advice.
Pass or Fail: Citadel Painting Handle VS. GW’s Other 3 Versions
See the grip, spring clamp and handling differences between the versions.
Watch on YouTube ↗Video and written sources are labeled by creator and tested scope. Manufacturer demonstrations explain use; they are not independent tests. No in-house hands-on testing is claimed.
Read 2 written sources Product scope is labeled · key findings in bold
Rob Baer describes the lighter curved grip and checks how it feels with a miniature mounted. The fixed head is a meaningful difference from the earlier handle and from holders with interchangeable caps.
The 2020 listing identifies the spring clamp and its supported Citadel round-base sizes. Check those sizes and shapes against the miniature rather than assuming every base will fit.
04 / COMPARE
Different priorities.
Choose the tradeoff that fits how you will use it.
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THIS GUIDECitadel Painting Handle Mk22020 curved handle · 66-09 |  ALTERNATIVERedgrass RGG360 V2Handle, cap and mounting putty | |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon price | $11.70 | $17.99 |
| Best for | Quickly clamping compatible miniature bases | Rotating or swapping a mounted model |
| How it works | Spring jaws on a curved fixed-head grip | Putty-mounted detachable cap |
| Before buying | Base shape and diameter must match | Requires mounting putty rather than a spring clamp |
| Explore | Read buying guide →Source ↗ | Read buying guide →Source ↗ |
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.
Citadel Painting Handle Mk2 · 2020 curved handle · 66-09 · Amazon US
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06 / RELATED FINDS
A useful extra.
For the way you plan to use it.
Keep the active colors nearby.
Redgrass Painter Lite Wet Palette
A separate wet palette supports mixing water-based acrylics while the handle keeps your fingers off the model.