Best paint pens & markers according to redditors
We found 228 Reddit comments discussing the best paint pens & markers. We ranked the 95 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 228 Reddit comments discussing the best paint pens & markers. We ranked the 95 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Yeah, you can get away with even putting these in the wash. You can wrap them in a tied pillow case or preferably a mesh bag made for washing sneakers. Put the cycle on normal and put in a tide pod. Make sure to remove laces and inner sole (although I've left the sole in on accident with no issues). Don't put them in the dryer.
This should clean the fabric quite easily and most of the boost as well. These oil based paint markers do the trick. You can even fix some imperfections on the plastic part of the cage too if you're careful.
Paint the lines on!
Taking a guess by the look of it, it was some kind of paint pen.
I can't vouch for the quality of that specific product, it was just the first result.
I used a wire wheel brush on my wired drill (a kit like this: http://www.harborfreight.com/wire-wheelcup-brush-set-6-pc-60475.html)
Then just wiped them down well before painting. For the paint: https://www.rustoleum.com/product-catalog/consumer-brands/painters-touch-ultra-cover-2x/matte
Then I used the Sharpie Oil Paint Pens for the lettering (http://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Oil-Based-Assorted-Metallics-1770458/dp/B003YDYO1Q). Depending on the size of the lettering, you might need different sizes.
Since you said you're relatively new to guitars, I thought I would pass on a few 'ownership' tips:
> I know this will be a guitar that I will have for the rest of my life and enjoy every moment of it.
You can get an ultraviolet flashlight that will fit in your front pocket from Amazon for about eight bucks. You see your guitar at a show, for sale, whatever, you can call the cops and show them proof of ownership right there.
Make three copies of all your paperwork. Anything you got from the store, that was in the guitar case, any description you wrote down, burn copies of the pictures to a CD and to a USB drive. PUT THIS STUFF IN A PLACE YOU WON'T LOSE IT, AND YOU'LL BE ABLE TO FIND QUICKLY. I can't stress doing this last part enough.
As someone who has tens of thousands of dollars of gear, and has been responsible for hundreds of thousands of dollars of major player's gear, trust me, you want to spend the time to do what I outlined above. It makes a world of difference when gear gets stolen.
I was on tour with Satriani when one of the Silver Surfers was stolen. The next day when it was discovered missing was... Well, lets just say tempers were running high. But the Guitar Tech. had all the info. so Joe's road manager was able to give it to all us other Techs. and we spent months scouring our local Crag's List and other places after the tour ended.
Enjoy your new gear. And remember: There's no such things as too many guitars. Only ex-wives and girlfriends who have made the mistake of bringing it up think that.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0026HC9F4
I highly recommend oil based paint pens over permanent markers. Thy take a little longer to dry but look 100x better and won't fade (sharpie can fade over a long time). They are easy to find at local craft stores (I got mine at Michaels if you have that close). These are the ones I've used.
Sharpie Oil-Based Paint Markers, Medium Point, Assorted Colors, 5-Count
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003YDYO1Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_EnWgzbCKPF1QG
Picture for reference. The bottom row of horror pops are all paint pen. Most of the others are Sharpie (before I knew about paint pens)
https://imgur.com/a/dglSz
An alternative to a sticker is the painty-pens they use at garages to write on windows. It comes off really easy:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Window-Marker-Temporary-Windows-Washes/dp/B00EC2D1J4
You could draw a big knob on their windscreen.
So, you can do this yourself. I don't think it's going to work all that well though. I lived through the late 80's and early 90's personalization of all the things craze and for this task, I'd use paint pens. I'm not terribly familiar with the hydroflask brand, but from a google it looks like it would work. A rougher texture to the outside would hold paint better.
I'm assuming you aren't planning on putting this in the dishwasher, merely rinsing it out. If you're planning to do that, or put it in the sink with other dishes, to soak, doing anything outside of simply rinsing the inside, don't do that. This is not food safe paint and unless you're doing ceramics and baking all that in, there's no such thing that will do what you want it to.
You can get the paint pens at Michaels or Hobby Lobby probably 2 bucks a pen or so. You can also get some on amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Acrylic-EKKONG-Permanent-Markers-Resistant/dp/B07L6H6CRN/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=paint+pens&qid=1571532160&sr=8-6
I don't have any experience with the latter, so I'd read reviews.
As to the artistic point. You can print out clouds, tape them to the water bottle and trace them. You could do some parting clouds over your name/initials/monogram a la the Simpsons. Maybe a rainbow? I'd love a rainbow aesthetic in kind of a 70's way- like it winds itself around the bottle being funky. We made 70s funky letters back in the day by writing bubble letters and then tracing around them with all the colors.
Or, you could just buy some cool stickers like the Nalgene contingent and call it a day. I really don't think the paint is going to hold up.
Here's the Amazon link courtesy of u/Head_Honchoo from an earlier thread where this was discussed
Here you go.
Edit to add non-mobile link.
Like this? I guess I didn't even know that was an option. I can make my weights look 10x cooler now, thanks.
You can actually get this white sharpie and draw it on the sole of your shoe to make it white and then use nail polish remover to get it off anywhere you dont want it
You can make a custom personal logo stamp online for about 25 bucks at places like rubberstamp.com
[Ammonium chloride on Amazon for about 8 bucks a pound] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004V9UQ14/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_qyDrzbESC0FD1), and the hardest thing to find were the markers
Montana acrylic empty marker 0.7mm extra fine for 6 bucks
X-Passion 3 piece water brush set for 8 bucks
You could make simple, elegant designs with the brushes and markers that look so much smoother than a traditional woodburner and much faster too. I have a few keepsake boxes I'm going to put outlined brushstrokes of animals and an ornamental design around the edge, stain it and seal it. Perhaps add some gold metallic accents if it's not too much. It could be finished in a few hours and look like it took days.
https://www.reddit.com/r/Sneakers/comments/6eqshj/boost_whitening_mystery_grey/
post of what it looks like after
I would assume it looks fine long term because the oil would soak into the boost and keep it white until it got dirty again (vs. painting over it that would chip off), use a white oil sharpier - I think this is the right one. https://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Paint-MParker-White-35568/dp/B0026HC9F4
/u/Ouranox /u/brokeandfamous would be great if you guys gave advice because I haven't personally done this yet.
Btw, you can use a hot air dryer to uncrease your NMD blocks as well, if you haven't seen that post yet :)
Amazon carries all three sizes:
https://www.amazon.com/Molotow-Liquid-Chrome-Marker-1Mm/dp/B01E7EFSVU
Also, Blick has it for less:
https://www.dickblick.com/products/molotow-liquid-chrome-marker/
This one ?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0026HC9F4/ref=asc_df_B0026HC9F45009361/?tag=hyprod-20&creative=395033&creativeASIN=B0026HC9F4&linkCode=df0&hvadid=167130062341&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=7910342813992266338&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9004333&hvtargid=pla-312324517103
What I did for these wedges:
sharpie makes oil based paint pens..
http://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-1770458-Oil-Based-Medium-Assorted/dp/B003YDYO1Q/
Cheap solution:
https://www.amazon.com/Acrylic-EKKONG-Permanent-Markers-Resistant/dp/B07L6H6CRN/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=paint+pens&qid=1565707574&s=gateway&sr=8-6
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HDEZYYC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
and
https://www.amazon.com/Uni-Pin-Assorted-Technical-Fineliner/dp/B00F38T9C4/ref=sr_1_9_sspa?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1509913870&sr=1-9-spons&keywords=uni+pin+fine+liner&psc=1&smid=A3MS4DVIDF4K43 :)))))
SHARPIE MED WHT OB PAINT MARKER https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001PLKRZQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_JiKoDbAPSABYK
If you're in the states, get yourself a Molotow Liquid Chrome marker.
Molotow Amazon Link For Reference.
Molotow ONE4ALL Acrylic Paint Pump Marker, 1mm, Liquid Chrome, 1 Each (703.101) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E7EFSVU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_GxA0AbTVJ739B
https://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Paint-MParker-White-35568/dp/B0026HC9F4
I just did mine for the first time with these:
Sharpie Oil-Based Paint Marker, Medium Point, White Ink, Pack of 6
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MG996DM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_9FA9Bb4D888JN
One was enough for both shoes and the boost looked close to new.
Montana Acrylic Empty Marker 0.7Mm Extra Fine https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006ZM19GQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_.LvLBb3KQHV0W
Sharpie Oil-Based Paint Markers, Medium Point, Assorted Fashion Colors, 5-Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003VQ9M04/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_.VzPzbG1GFJPS
I always use these.
I used one of these. It took about 15 minutes per wheel to put on two coats. Because the tires were brand new, I did not have to clean them off or anything. I have already taken it through a car wash and the lettering stayed on fine.
A few weeks ago /u/ishred5 posted this, figured I'd give it try on my Diamond Pros. Used the same paint pens as ishred5. This does take quite some time, so if you want to kill a few hours this will do it. The paint seems to hold up well even after a few workout sessions.
http://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Paint-Marker-Point-White/dp/B0026HC9F4
My method:
The oil paint pen does leave a bit of texture, and on pristine boost may be visible, but on my daily driver NMD’s and casual EQT’s it works great.
It’s probably the same thing as these. I bought some from a local art store last year and use them with worm dye. Works perfectly.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B006ZM19GQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1522873610&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=empty+paint+pens&dpPl=1&dpID=21G6Hcf6-PL&ref=plSrch
You can get the fancy kit: Birchwood Casey Sight Touch-up Set.
If that's too expensive, you can go down to the craft/hobby shop and get individual paint markers. Clear nail polish, or super glue, helps prevent rapid wearing away.
I'm going to get alot of shit for this! When I got the shoes the midsoles were BURNT yellow, hadn't been cleaned in years. After I hit them with the Jason Markk, I purchased this sharpie and colored over the midsole, made it crispy white. It's an oil based white and made them look BRAND NEW! Hope that helps.
Metallic Silver 127.505. Here is the Amazon link:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00GOYML6C?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_title
https://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Paint-MParker-White-35568/dp/B0026HC9F4
Sanford 35558 Sharpie Oil-Based Paint Marker, Medium Point, White, 1-Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001PLKRZQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_2kv2Ab238Q7WY
This one is the way to go.
Keep up
That's why I keep these in the glove box.
I just leave them a nice note on their window. Nothing teaches a lesson like 20 minutes of scrubbing.
Thanks. I used a paint pen (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GOYAPQ/ref=sr_ph?ie=UTF8&qid=1406745010&sr=1&keywords=paint+pen) and it worked pretty well.
Nope. Here's a link.
Yessir! This one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GOYML6C?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
Here you go: Molotow ONE4ALL Acrylic Paint Marker,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GOYML6C?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
I gave it a shot. I’m not particularly handy/crafty, and I didn’t seem to get even coverage. It’s been about 2.5 months, and I’d say about half of the paint has worn away. That’s with me wearing the watch almost every day. One of these days, I’ll try again as the darkness of the bezel numbers kinda annoys me every time I look at my wrist.
Sharpie paint pen.
https://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Oil-Based-Markers-Assorted-5-Count/dp/B003YDYO1Q/ref=sr_1_4?s=arts-crafts&ie=UTF8&qid=1497493379&sr=1-4&keywords=paint+pens
Those are the same ones I use. Alot of the celebrities comment on his much nicer they look when they sign
Sure, here it is on amazon:
Moloto Liquid Chrome
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E7EFSVU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_pve4BbEQ8EQP4
Looks like they have different size tips, I was able to get the 1mm one at hobby shops near me
Tamiya Gold Leaf will look fine, a little sparkly but the right color. It can be either brushed by hand or airbrushed on.
https://www.amazon.com/Tamiya-Acrylic-Gloss-Gold-Leaf/dp/B0006O51Y0
For convenience's sake, though, I would recommend a Gundam gold marker. It's basically a marker with gold paint inside rather than normal ink.
https://www.amazon.com/Bandai-GM04-Gundam-Marker-Gold/dp/B00750J0EA
Either one can be bought online or at a Hobby Store (my local chain is HobbyTown) for pretty cheap (less than $3 a piece). You could maybe also use a gold Sharpie pen, but I don't know how that will look in terms of texture.
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Getting the black details in-between the gold is another hill to climb, though. The simplest thing to do would probably be to get some black paint (Tamiya) and do it by hand. If you do that, though, you should probably not use the Gundam marker, as it has paint thinner in it that might dissolve whatever paint you put on top of it.
https://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Oil-Based-Marker-Medium-1-Count/dp/B001PLKRZQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1501527144&sr=8-2&keywords=sharpie+oil+based+paint+markers
I used white and red!
Ya man. I absolutely love white tire lettering. Did it on my last bike as well. Looks great in person. Extremely time consuming and strenuous though, to do well. Easier with the tires off the bike of course.
What you need is this Sharpie OIL BASED paint marker. Last basically all season and then some. Very durable
https://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Oil-Based-Marker-Medium-1-Count/dp/B001PLKRZQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1492483544&sr=8-1&keywords=sharpie+oil+based+white
I have a $10 limit for my secret Santa at work and I found a set of wine glasses (4 of them) at a local thrift store for $1.50. I was stoked! I saw this thing on Pinterest about using paint pens on wine glasses so I went to Michaels with a 50% off coupon (they have one almost every week if you sign up for their emails) and bought these markers for about $6. I haven't tried it yet, and you have to bake the glass, but I imagine you can do it with any kind of glassware and would probably only need one set of markers to cover everyone? Thrift stores are also a great place to find vases for this type of project :)
Ok thanks I'll look into that.
Something like this
http://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Paint-Marker-White-SN35568/dp/B0026HC9F4
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I've got a PPQ M1 and M2, and the mags look almost identical. I got one of these:
Sharpie Oil-Based Paint Marker,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E1NY42C?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
and just wrote on each one so I could tell which was which. That might be an easy solution?
Edit: hit send too quickly
Used a Molotow marker
https://www.amazon.com/Molotow-Liquid-Chrome-Marker-1Mm/dp/B01E7EFSVU
Thank you! I painted it with a white oil-based sharpie - Link (But I got a single one from wal-mart for something like $2.50
This was all done free hand, I didn't plan anything out or sketch beforehand/etc. You can tell when you look fairly close that there are some drips and unintended splotches that I just worked into the design. I knew that if I planned it out beforehand I'd over-think everything and I would never actually paint it!
i've got some all white NMD's and i've tried so hard to clean them. Washing machine, hand washing, jason markk, etc. Nothing works. they are still yellowing. never getting all white shoes again
What I did find is using an oil based white sharpie on the boost is MAGIC. (https://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Paint-MParker-White-35568/dp/B0026HC9F4) the boost looks brand new after a coat of it
Pretty awesome. I use the sharpie oil based markers for my brass. They make a more opaque line that is easier to pick out from the pile or grass. I think they are a little wider than regular sharpies.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003VQ9M04/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_euo7AbKJ5AM02
Sharpie oil-based paint:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001PLKRZQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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I got 4 of them, but two covered the tires pretty well with about 3 coats each.
Here is the link to the pen I used. It's oil based so it won't come off with water.
model masters flat black.
also if you wanted to try a chrome look these are pretty good: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01E7EFSVU/
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0004F7GF8/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
I've heard these oil-based sharpies are great for blacking/whiting out boost. Haven't tried yet personally but they are in my amazon cart right now.
I got mine through Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01E7EFSVU/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1481870577&sr=8-3&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=molotow+liquid+chrome&dpPl=1&dpID=414sZoEl3EL&ref=plSrch
If Amazon isn't an option for you, try going to Molotow.com to see if they can get you a link to a local supplier. I'm in Oregon and even ordering it through Amazon, it ended up coming from the U.K., so it took several weeks to get here.
is there a difference between these two gold gundam markers? if there is, what gold do you think would look best for painting the antennas/v fin on the RG unicorn gundam? i am asking because i dont want to use the gold foil sticker for that piece
https://www.amazon.com/Bandai-GM04-Gundam-Marker-Gold/dp/B00750J0EA/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=golda+gundam+marker&qid=1564335050&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spell
and the gold in this pack
https://www.amazon.com/GSI-Creos-Gundam-Metallic-Marker/dp/B00KBRFOIU/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=gold+gundam+marker&qid=1564335062&s=gateway&sr=8-3
Fine tipped paint pen is your best option. The paint is pretty resilient so will show well into grinding.
For your front pad.
Sharpie Paint Marker Oil Based Red All Sizes Kit with Ex Fine, Fine, Medium & Bold https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00U82318I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_dAokDb4DNK23K
It will probably be fine, but if you want to ensure that a signature is permanent, use a paint marker instead of a normal Sharpie. It's expensive, but it is guarantueed permanent. It uses an oil based paint instead of standard marker ink, and you'll never wipe that stuff off.
Why a laptop though? Seems like an odd thing to have someone sign.
Cheap too!
Sharpie 37371PP Oil-Based Paint Markers, Fine Point, Assorted Colors, 1 Blister Pack with 5 Markers, Total of 5 Markers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GOYAPQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2LVrDb8KHKG84
It'll work, but then I don't know any ways to remove it if you make a mistake.
For Gundam markers, just use GM300
use these. you can re-apply after crashes to keep looking fresh
Medium point / white - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001PLKRZQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_rHpWAb350ZXT3
Oil pens
yeah that's what I was worried about. this is the type of pen in question https://www.amazon.com/Sanford-35558-Sharpie-Oil-Based-1-Count/dp/B001PLKRZQ/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1518016762&sr=8-8&keywords=sharpie+paint+markers
I'm not sure it adds any thickness as a fingernail doesnt even seem to hitch on it :-/
Sharpie Paint pens. https://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Oil-Based-Markers-Assorted-5-Count/dp/B0004F7GF8/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1495469257&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=sharpie+paint+markers&psc=1 I used the single ones at Michaels, fine point
I use Gundam Marker Erasure to remove , and Renaissance Wax to prevent further color transfers.
If there's discoloration on the body, etc, Weathering Master works wonders.
If you want more info, there's a NSFW Japanese blog post about it.
I used a sharpie to clean up my soles, worked pretty well. I also saw these at my local target.
[White oil based sharpie]
(https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001PLKRZQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_ug9DzbJ5PG42C)
I used an oil based marker, more specifically this one. I made a previous post showing the before and after here. The good thing about this method is that there's no cracking since it's ink not paint although I'm still waiting to see how long it takes before the ink wears out after wear.
>paint pen
Are these an example of what you are talking about?
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https://www.amazon.com/Paint-pens-rock-painting-Resistant/dp/B0774T13DV
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The best thing for painting the boost is the sharpie oil markers
https://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Paint-MParker-White-35568/dp/B0026HC9F4
Amazon.com: Sharpie Oil Paint MParker Bold White (35568 ...
Hi everyone! Just wondering if anyone has experience with the Gundam Marker eraser pen?
How does it affect Tamiya acrylics?? I’ve been painting small parts on my kit with said acrylics and I’m just wondering if it’ll ruin my paint job in the event that I messed up panel lining over them? I’m using the Gundam Marker pour type for panel lining.
I’ve done exactly this on 3 pairs of boost kicks.
SHARPIE MED WHT OB PAINT MARKER
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001PLKRZQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_1m-5Cb01Z8CAY
4 coats with the Sharpie and then use the razor to scrap away all the places I messed up.
Forgive the dirty wheels.
http://www.amazon.com/Gundam-GM04-Gold-Marker/dp/B00750J0EA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1457232249&sr=8-1&keywords=gundam+marker+gold
It sounds pretty easy, was it? Has the paint held up?
Were these the pens?
Sharpie 37371PP Oil-Based Paint Markers, Fine Point, Assorted Colors, 1 Blister Pack with 5 Markers, Total of 5 Markers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GOYAPQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hyZBCb8WHEC48
This is what I used! Applies a chrome looking effect to the plastic
Molotow Liquid Chrome Marker 1Mm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E7EFSVU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_mlgEtASVTj7qJ
Cool, thanks for the reply. When I do chrome work I just used a silver sharpie but your work looks much, much nicer.
Edit: Found it on Amazon for those others that may be interested
sharpie paint pens. trick is to dab the paint on, not write like a pen. if you write like a pen/paint brush, you will murder the tip. so dab
Yes, pretty much any oil-based sharpie should do it. Try this one: https://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Oil-Based-Paint-Marker-Extra/dp/B00E1NY42C/ref=sr_1_6?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1536858527&sr=1-6&keywords=white+oil+based+sharpie
they do make one:
http://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Paint-Marker-White-SN35568/dp/B0026HC9F4
There is a thread going on Nike Talk right now regarding this. Someone mentioned using one of these:
https://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Oil-Based-Marker-Medium-1-Count/dp/B001PLKRZQ
I can only afford one right now, which size would you recommend?
https://www.amazon.ca/Molotow-ONE4ALL-Acrylic-Marker-703-101/dp/B01E7EFSVU/ref=sr_1_1?crid=ES5LM22C2ZRE
You got me looking and I found this one.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BFENCCI/?tag=beslitstu-20
http://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Oil-Based-Markers-Assorted-1770459/dp/B003VQ9M04
this one?
Great idea. I literally got my first set of bumpers today and they're all black Diamond Pros. I may give this a shot. When you said oil based paint pens, would those be something like these?
https://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Oil-Based-Markers-Assorted-Colors/dp/B000GOYAPQ/
Looks awesome. It looks like you got some of the rivets, but a nice little tool I've recently found is this little pen. It's been super helpful and really makes the small details pop.
I use paint pens! https://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Paint-Marker-Based-Medium/dp/B00U82318I/ref=sr_1_16?keywords=oil+paint+pen+red&qid=1572359659&sr=8-16
I've heard oil markers work really well
If I remember correctly, people were using a white sharpie. Use the search bar.
Edit: http://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Paint-Marker-White-SN35568/dp/B0026HC9F4
like these:
https://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Oil-Based-Markers-Assorted-Metallic/dp/B003YDYO1Q/ref=ice_ac_b_dpb?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1526382073&sr=1-1&keywords=sharpie+paint+pen
i use sharpie pens. Never had a problem.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003VQ9M04/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I use this type of sharpie to paint my boost back to white on other pairs. They have a black, you could give it ago and see what happens.
What gold marker did you use? Was it the "GM04 Gold Gundam Marker"?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00750J0EA/ref=ox_sc_saved_image_1?smid=A3B0YH72AZETAU&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001PLKRZQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1495367773&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=oil+based+sharpie+white&dpPl=1&dpID=31vPzy9EvrL&ref=plSrch Just look up oil based sharpie white
Probably these - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0004F7GF8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The sharpie he is having a problem with is probably one of these Sharpie Oil Based Paint Markers. I don't think your idea to use spit would work, or that it's "super easy to get off glass".
The reason I suggested glass is because as far as I know that's what the LCD screen surface is made of. There might be a coating too.
Windex works similarly to lye. The ammonia dissolves in water to create ammonium hydroxide whereas the lye is sodium hydroxide. In both cases, the hydroxide deprotonates fatty acids, which makes them soluble in water.
Your idea to try nail polish remover (acetone) is a good idea.
I used these.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00006IFFX/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1519942932&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=paint+pen&dpPl=1&dpID=51bDi-H-y2L&ref=plSrch
If you're on a budget, and want to go for selection, I got these double sided markers on sale from Amazon a couple of weeks ago:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HDEZYYC/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Some marker tips might come in "dry" or frayed, so in that case I just dip them in water and am good to go!
If you want the really high quality dual brush pens, Tombow is my fave for the watercolor look, AND you can blend colors together to get fun gradients! :) The same with Le Plume. The difference is Tombow's thin tips are much thicker than Le Plume's, and its more runny than Le Plume. Both are more expensive though. Each marker is on average 1.50 compared to the Smart Color ones I linked earlier.
I also really like Staedtler! It doesn't smear, and there's a ton of colors. But I gravitated towards Tombow/Le Plume cause it was basically 2-in-1, lol.
I can shoot some pics of colors/blending in action if you're curious!
Should of bought a Molotow pen.
Yeah, that's the right one. Sorry I said chrome earlier-- i had read either on RWI or RG where someone was trying this one..
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01E7EFSVU/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A79CLRHOQ3NF4
but metallic silver is the safe bet.
I just use a white oil-based sharpie pen whenever my boost gets a little too gross-looking.
https://www.amazon.com/Sanford-35558-Sharpie-Oil-Based-1-Count/dp/B001PLKRZQ/ref=sr_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1549955805&sr=8-13&keywords=oil+based+sharpie