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Winsor & Newton Cotman Metallic Watercolor Set — gift idea

Winsor & Newton

Winsor & Newton Cotman Metallic Watercolor Set

Six 8 ml tubes of metallic watercolor to add shimmer to paintings, cards and lettering.

80/ 100
CTG scoreSafe betHow we score
Budget $15 to $30 Indicative range, today's price on the store
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Scores by criterion

Proven reliability 84
Satisfaction and consistency of user feedback over time.
Perceived value 78
How valuable it feels compared with the budget.
Bond and memory 74
What the gift says about the relationship, and what remains months later.
Originality 84
The opposite of the cliché expected for this recipient.
Novelty 75
Age of the product since it went on sale: top score for the first three months, then it declines over time.

Our verdict

80 / 100

Metallic paint is the kind of treat a painter enjoys but rarely buys first; it adds something new to a hobby they already love.

Best forA watercolor or lettering hobbyist who wants a special touch for cards and journals.
Best occasionBirthday, Christmas
Avoid ifAs a first watercolor set it is limited: it only contains metallic shades.
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Frequently asked questions

How many colors are included?

Six metallic tubes of 8 ml.

Can they be mixed with regular watercolor?

Yes, they can be layered over or mixed with non-metallic colors.

Are the colors permanent?

Yes, all the colors are permanent.

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How we score

The CTG score out of 100 is the weighted average of five criteria rated for every product: proven reliability (36%), perceived value (18%), bond and memory (18%), originality (14%) and novelty (14%). Each criterion has its own published scale, identical for every product: it rates generously, because every product in our selection is already good. The score does not depend on the guide. 60 to 69: average gift. 70 to 77: good pick. 78 to 85: safe bet. 86 to 89: favorite. 90 and above: the perfect gift, a label reserved for excellent products that customers like, one winner per occasion. In a guide, the score for the recipient combines this score with the place in the ranking. The budget is an indicative range: the exact price is shown by the store at checkout. Read our full selection method →

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