Micro-Mark USMC Armor/Infantry WW1–Vietnam Acrylic Paint Set, 9pc – Item #29456

The Colors of the United States Marine Corps in Two World Wars, Korea, and Vietnam
Capture the legendary look of the U.S. Marine Corps with the Micro-Mark USMC Armor/Infantry WW1–Vietnam Acrylic Paint Set. From the khaki-based frogskin camouflage of WWII to the enduring Olive Drab used throughout multiple conflicts, this set delivers authentic USMC tones for uniforms, vehicles, and equipment. Perfect for military modelers, wargamers, and diorama builders who want their work to reflect real battlefield history.

Key Features

• 9 historically accurate paints covering U.S. Marine uniforms and gear from WWI through Vietnam.
• Includes the complete palette for the distinctive frogskin reversible camouflage used by Marines in the Pacific.
• High-pigment acrylics for excellent coverage and smooth application on plastic, resin, or metal.
• Ideal for uniforms, small arms, vehicles, and weathering detail.
• Proudly Made in the USA for dependable, professional-quality results.

Historical Context of the Colors

• WWI & Early Service: Marines originally wore Army khaki shades, leather boots, and gear consistent with early 20th-century infantry standards.
• WWII – Frogskin Camouflage: Introduced in 1942, this two-sided, reversible camouflage featured a green-dominant “jungle side” and a tan/brown “beach side.” Issued to Marines fighting in the Pacific, it was one of the first large-scale U.S. camouflage patterns and is still iconic in military history.
• WWII & Beyond – Olive Drab: Vehicles, helmets, and much of the equipment used by the USMC were painted in Olive Drab, consistent with Army standards, but often weathered heavily in Pacific campaigns.
• Korea & Vietnam: Marines continued to rely on Olive Drab for vehicles and gear, with camouflage limited primarily to field experiments until the Vietnam era. During Vietnam, camouflage utilities reappeared, and WWII-style patterns influenced modern U.S. designs.

Set Includes

• 29451 – Frogskin Camo Light Tan
• 29452 – Frogskin Camo Dark Tan
• 29453 – Frogskin Camo Tan
• 29454 – Frogskin Camo Dark Green
• 29447 – US Olive Drab
• 29455 – Frogskin Camo Brown
• 29448 – Leather
• 29450 – Tire Rubber
• 29279 – Flat Black

Description

This set captures the unique identity of the United States Marine Corps in combat. The frogskin camouflage shades let you recreate reversible jackets, helmet covers, and utilities used on Tarawa, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa, while Olive Drab anchors vehicles and standard gear. Complementary tones like Leather, Black, and Tire Rubber bring out the detail in boots, belts, treads, and weaponry. Whether your project is a 1/35 Sherman tank from the Pacific, 28mm WWII USMC miniatures, or a Vietnam-era diorama, these colors provide the authenticity you need.

Bring the proud history of the U.S. Marines to life with the Micro-Mark USMC Armor/Infantry WW1–Vietnam Acrylic Paint Set—a historically grounded palette designed for accuracy and creative versatility.

The Becker Signature Series sets are curated by former US Military Donald Becker. Donald is an employee of Micro-Mark with the job title of Master Maker.  He is a long-time modeler.