Save Big With Molotow: Why the 30ml Liquid Chrome Refill Beats Buying New Markers Every Time
If you build scale models, paint miniatures, or customize diecast, you already know that Molotow Liquid Chrome is the gold standard for mirror-like metallic finishes. The downside? Liquid Chrome markers eventually run dry—especially if you use them for larger surfaces, trim details, or repeated touch-ups.
Most hobbyists simply replace the whole marker when it runs out… but here’s the secret:
👉 You’ll save a lot of money by using the 30ml Molotow Chrome Refill instead.
Let’s break down the numbers.
💰 Price Comparison: Marker vs. Refill
Option A: Buying New Chrome Markers
Molotow Chrome markers usually come in:
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1mm
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2mm
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4mm
And they typically cost $16.49 - $18.99 each, depending on the size.
If you go through 3–4 markers over time (which is easy for modelers), you're spending $45–$70+ just replacing full pens.
💧 Option B: Buying the 30ml Liquid Chrome Refill
A single 30ml Molotow Chrome Refill typically costs about:
➡️ $47–$52
And that bottle contains more chrome ink than SIX full Molotow markers combined.
That’s not an exaggeration—each marker only holds a few milliliters.
📊 Real Savings Break-Down
Average 4mm Chrome Marker Capacity:
~4–5ml per marker
30ml Refill Capacity:
~30ml
That means the refill equals:
👉 6–8 full-sized chrome markers
If you bought that many markers separately, you’d spend:
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$16.49 x 6 = $98.95
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$16.49 x 8 = $132
But the refill costs around $42.
✔ Savings: $50–$95 every time
✔ And your markers are reusable
All you do is pop the nib out and refill the barrel.
🎨 Other Big Benefits of the Refill
⭐ 1. Your markers last basically forever
As long as the nib isn’t damaged, you can keep refilling the same pen for years.
⭐ 2. You get better flow for airbrushing or brush painting
The refill can also be used directly in:
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A fine brush
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An airbrush (with light thinning)
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A palette for small detail application
Way more flexible than the pen format.
⭐ 3. No more waiting for new markers to arrive
When you run dry, you simply refill and keep going.
🚀 Final Verdict: The Refill Wins Every Time
If you're serious about model building, restoring die-cast cars, or customizing anything that needs a true chrome finish, the Molotow 30ml Liquid Chrome Refill is hands-down the most cost-effective way to keep your favorite chrome markers working.
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