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So I'm in a location where spray on primer is not very practical and was wondering is somthing like this could be applied to models with a paint brush or if there are any other methods of applying primer http://www.scalehobbyist.com/catagories/Paint_and_Construction/VLJ00073601/product.php?gclid=CMXWsIy8hrkCFYai4AodhTQA0w

I am very happy with Vallejo airbrush primer, which is what you linked to. It comes in white, black, grey and some additional choices iirc.
Primarily, I use black and hit it with a light or medium grey basecoat as needed for lighter coloured paints.

Due to the nature of primer being sprayed a bit more heavy, you should have some kind of spray booth. In a pinch a cardboad box catches most of the overspray, but a spraybooth with a filter really helps.

I've heard good reports regarding the Vallejo primer being applied by hand (well, as good as by airbrush - some folks find the cure time too long and end up marring the surface by rushing, regardless of the application method). Gesso is another alternative, and much more widely available (any art and/or craft store should carry it, usually in both black and white). Both have the benefit of shrinking as they dry, allowing them to be applied quickly and with minimal care (still avoid runs, drips, etc.) without much risk of filling in details or covering unevenly.

Liquitex makes a nice Gesso (brush on primer) that is less than 10 bucks for 4 oz (118ml). They have black, white, gray, and clear.
You can brush it on a bit thick and it shrinks as it hardens. Holds the detail really well.

Judge,

I recently had this same problem with not wanting/able to go the spray route. As Stephanius says, the Vallejo Surface Primer is great. You can use it via airbrush or plain brush. I recently bought some and actually primed my first models today. I just apply it with a brush, or more accurately sprinkle a few drops and spread it with a brush. I'm really impressed.

I bought mine from this store. http://store.alshobbyshop.com/acrylic-poliurethanprimer.aspx They currently have free shipping and $$$ off coupons depending on the size of your order.

I've also heard good things about Gesso as others have noted.

I got some of the Vallejo Primer recently, having worked out that paint was coming off my models too easily as they also do a colour called Grey Primer

Won't go back to spray cans, if only for the economy, a few drops of primer goes a lot further than the equivalent spray, and is much easier to get in the crevices without over spraying, however you apply it.

I went through the same change-over. I ended up in an area where spraying outside was just no longer a viable option. I switched over to Vallejo and have been very pleased by the results. It goes on light and smooth. You usually don't get quite the same consistent color coverage as you do when you spray, but it's more than adequate. You will be pleased.

Yep, Vallejo Polyurethane Primer is what I use. I have the 200ml bottles for white, grey and black. Haven't had a problem with them, but I make sure I let it cure for 24 hours. Airbrush gives a much better and quicker coat though.

Yea I just tried painting it on and it's like it's just been dipped in milk. Will try airbrushing it on once I've got my airbrush cleaned out tomorrow, I bought it and tried it before but didn't like it. I don't think I shook it enough though so will try it again