A Better Grip on the Craft
Anyone who has spent an hour carefully highlighting a Space Marine only to smudge the finish with a thumb knows the frustration. The Citadel Painting Handle solves a problem every miniature painter faces: how to hold a model securely without touching the paintwork. This updated design builds on the original — already a staple on painting desks everywhere — with refinements that make long sessions more comfortable and controlled. Grip the handle, not the base. Let the paint dry in peace.
What It Does
The Painting Handle clamps onto round bases in the 25mm to 40mm range, covering the most common base sizes in Warhammer 40,000, Age of Sigmar, and the broader tabletop miniature hobby. The ergonomic grip keeps the model elevated and steady, letting you rotate freely for clean edge highlights, shade recesses, and hit awkward angles without contorting your wrist. Whether you are base coating a rank-and-file trooper or finishing a character model, the handle keeps the work stable and your fingerprints off the miniature.
Who It's For
New painters will benefit immediately — holding a model by its base while wet paint is present is one of the most common beginner mistakes, and this tool eliminates it entirely. Experienced painters who already own the original handle will find this revision a worthwhile upgrade. It is also an excellent addition to a gift alongside paints and brushes for any hobbyist setting up their first painting station. The handle is game-system agnostic — it works with any miniature on a compatible base, from Citadel plastics to metal models from any manufacturer.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Citadel (Games Workshop) |
| Product | Painting Handle |
| Tool Type | Model Holder / Painting Handle |
| Compatible Base Sizes | 25mm – 40mm round bases |
| Material | Plastic |
| Paint & Glue | Not included (sold separately) |
