Alligator Clip Sticks 225mm Bamboo Painting Clips

Overview These alligator clip sticks are bamboo-dowel painting clips designed for holding individual model kit parts during airbrushing, spray priming, and hand painting. Each stick measures 225 mm in total length with a 3 mm bamboo dowel and a 35 mm spring-loaded alligator clip, providing a longer reach and more comfortable grip than most comparable clips on the market. The pointed bamboo ends insert directly into styrofoam blocks, corrugated cardboard paint stations, or any soft-material base for hands-free drying. Key Features 225 mm total length - longer than Mr. Hobby GT90 clips (170 mm) and most Amazon alternatives (150 mm), giving more clearance between your hand and wet paint 3 mm bamboo dowel - lightweight, rigid, and easy to trim to a custom length with side cutters or a hobby knife 35 mm spring-loaded alligator clip - toothed jaws grip runner gates, peg holes, and part edges securely without slipping during spraying Pointed end - inserts directly into styrofoam, floral foam, corrugated paint stations, or any soft base material for hands-free part drying Compatible with standard clip bases - works with Mr. Hobby Almighty Clip Base (GT89), third-party honeycomb bases, and DIY foam setups Consumable and replaceable - clips wear out over time from paint buildup and spring fatigue, so these are sold in bulk packs for easy restocking Builder Context Alligator clip sticks are an essential tool for any builder who paints, whether by airbrush, rattle can, or hand brush. No special skills are required - clip the part, paint it, and stick the dowel into a base to dry. Beginners setting up their first paint station and experienced builders burning through clips on large third-party kit builds will both get use out of these. Why These Clips These 225 mm alligator clip sticks are a direct, lower-cost alternative to the Mr. Hobby GT90 Almighty Clip Stick, which retails for $11.99-$12.00 per 36-pack at US hobby retailers and is frequently out of stock. At $5.99 for a 20-pack or $9.99 for a 40-pack, these provide comparable grip and build quality at roughly half the per-clip cost. The 225 mm length is 55 mm longer than the GT90, which gives noticeably more clearance when spraying primer or clear coats on larger parts from 1/100 and 1/60 scale kits. Painting clips are a consumable supply - paint buildup, bent teeth, and weakened springs mean regular replacement is normal, making per-unit cost the most important factor for builders who paint frequently. These ship from a US-based hobby retailer, so there is no import wait or minimum order compared to sourcing directly from overseas suppliers. Package Contents Alligator clip sticks (20 or 40 pieces depending on variant selected) Specifications Total Length 225 mm Dowel Diameter 3 mm Clip Length 35 mm Dowel Material Bamboo Clip Material Metal (spring-loaded) Pack Sizes 20-pack / 40-pack Base Included No (compatible with standard clip bases and foam)