COLOR CODENH-95M-3 - Blade Silver MetallicHonda Touch-Up Paint

The Look

This color is the quintessential aesthetic of the late eighties Honda era. It defined the sharp, aerodynamic lines of the third-generation Accord and the fourth-generation Civic coming out of the Marysville, Ohio plant. Because your car has likely been on the road for over thirty-five years, keep in mind that the original finish has probably shifted toward a slightly warmer or duller tone due to decades of sun exposure. This silver was designed to look surgical and high-tech, and it still does a fantastic job of masking road grime and light scratches compared to darker pigments.

Technical Details

This is a traditional metallic finish, which means it relies on tiny aluminum flakes to catch the light. Silver is notorious for a phenomenon called mottling, where the flakes clump together and create dark patches or "tiger stripes" across the surface. This usually happens if the paint is applied too heavily in one spot. Before you spray or dab Honda Blade Silver Metallic (check for code NH-95M-3), you need to shake it for 60 seconds to ensure those flakes are fully suspended in the resin.

Best Practices

You will find your paint code on a sticker located inside the driver's side door jamb. Before applying any paint to your Honda, test the color on the included card to see how it matches the current aged state of your finish. When you start the work, keep the container moving at all times to prevent the metallic flakes from pooling. If you are using a pen or brush, use light, thin layers rather than one thick glob. If you are in your garage or a patch of shade, allow for a five-minute drying time between coats to let the silver settle properly.