A Paasche VL has provided me with a wall full of trophies for many years, no need for me to look any further.
I use an Aztek A4709 and also own a single action Aztek A320. Have been using this style of airbrush for years now and have no problems with them. Must admit though it took me time to adapt to this type of airbrush.
Currently using an Omni 4000, and looking at replacing it with an Iwata.
Used to use an Aztek 4709, but have had to retire it[:(].
While peeps bag the Aztek, I love the dual air and paint control
[#ditto] that for my Iwata HP-CS.
Hey Tweety, nice looking BV 141! What scale and what kit is that?
Can we see some more pics?
stinger
Yo Greg (plasticmod992) did you get my email? if not
yes i need/want the ab (hp-c)
I’ve got an old Paasche H and an Aztec 4709. I’m far from proficient with either one but have found that if you can keep the Aztec really clean you won’t have any problems with it. I’ve had mine for 10 years now and it’s still going strong. I guess if I haven’t been spoiled by a really good airbrush then I don’t know what I’m missing.
To go just a little further about air brushing,what would be the best air supply you fellas would recomend? Is it true your air brush is only so good as your compressor?
I recommend a compressor as it is the best all around source for air, although CO2 is also a good alternative but more expensive in the long run.
No that is not true. Any air source that provides a steady air flow will allow you to paint anything you want. I can paint just as good with a Sears industrial compressor as I can with a $2,000 Jun-Air silent compressor. Now I would say that the cheaper diaphragm compressors will change your results as they pulsate the airflow and can cause problems by that factor.
Mike
I say it is a big factor, but not as important as the airbrush itself.
I have a $140 unknownbrand compressor, it works just fine… oh and its diaphram. no inconsist finishes here!
I have used a $250+ iwata power/sprint/smart jet, and its not much different
A good thing to invest in is a Moisture trap and a Pressure Regulator. I dont have either… Moisture trap, MikeV can you use Automotive types? Pressure regulator, i use the welfare style: pinching the hose with a clothspin held on with a ribber band. its aztek.
Thanks for the imput guys,Ive been using spray cans,brushes for 30 years,but with this new project its time get modern[^]
I use a Badger 155 Anthem for everything. [:)]
Badger 200 for area work
Omni 4000 for everything else.
Karl