What are the best methods for applying enamel paint to chips on a steel frame. I’ve considered using an empty touch up pen but not sure if it will clog up? Alternatively a cocktail stick may suffice?

Reccomendations would be appreciated!

Ear bud?

Don’t think I’d have the control or accuracy with that?

Empty pen seems best idea but not sure if it would be compatible?

Its revell 30 paint (14ml tin) going on an orange cotic

I’ve always used a cocktail stick, and built it up little bits at a time until it’s ever so slightly proud. I then gently polish the area with car polish to flatten it down.

This has worked for me on bikes and cars.

It can take a few days to get it right.

Nice one, not in a rush so will apply with a cocktail stick

That’s cool. It can take a bit of time, but you can get good results.

Let the paint dry for a few hours before polishing, you want it dry to touch, but not that it’s set too hard.

Small pointy artists brush. Dab in paint, remove excess with a quick and light brush on rag/cloth/serviette. Fill void by applying brush to where missing paint meets paint. Work inwards. Repeat as necessary until flush/slightly proud. If you get a high spot remove with razor blade and polish.
If paint was only available in pen form, I only use the pen to get a puddle of paint in a container to dip the brush in.