Hello !!
I have a dilema. I want to buy a new airbrush, but dont know wich one.
I want to buy something that will last forever and have the best results (in the future, because a have a lot to learn ).
I hear great references about the aztek 470 and the Iwata eclipse.
Wich is best?
I dont mind spending some money now as long as I dont have to buy another airbrush for many years.
I really apreciate your help!!!
Lito
I recommend a Badger Crescendo. It is a heavy duty double action. If you get the complete kit, it has 3 needles and tips, 1 small and 1 large color cup, plus a small touchup cup, all for a little over $110, maybe $120. You can get it at Michaels craft stores. Good luck.
Lee
get iwata and buy extra needles. u will need them
what is the best online store?
Is Michaels a online store?
Michaels is a brick and mortar store, but I don’t know if they have a website. Try micromark.com or squadron.com. I use Paasche airbrushes and have had no problems with them.
The first airbrush I ever bought was a Paashe double action brush.
I was young (14) and saved ALL my money to afford it. I didn’t know much about the tool and fumbled around with it for years. After years of experimentation I get great results.
I would never buy anything else. All metal constructions (except the handle) fairly easy to clean. (Some small parts) but you get the hang of it!
It’s a very versatile tool and I would recommend it to anyone. Maybe find someone who could walk you through the tool first though. The first time I took mine apart to clean it was very interesting!
Great tool to grow into!
Have any questions I’d be happy to answer!
good luck!
James
don t buy Revell
get the new aztec made out of metal. its highperformance and easy! if you get the passhe or badgers (double action) you will have a long time to learn it.
Try several types (if your modelling buddies have 'em, try theirs!). and make your mind up then. By the way, Michael’s does have a website. - Ed
do you know the website name?
thanks
I dont have friends modelers, I´m alone in this decision,
the guys at the stores here in Portugal know less then I do,
they just don´t know nothing about the products
I have the aztek and am very happy with that. It was easy to learn and to clean, and seems to hold up reasonably well to abuse.
My best advice though would be if someone in your area will show you how to use an airbrush. In that case, I would purchase the same model they use, to save the learning curve.
Otherwise, the only way to teach yourself is to put a lot of paint through the nozzel. Try painting file folders, and then old models before stepping up to your current masterpiece!
Happy painting!
Kurt
I have several models of Azteec that I’m satisfied with. I also have an old Binks Wren mocel A that I still use for general detail and broad surfaces. Stick with the brands you are familiar with, since your circumstances don’t permit testing a variety of brushes. Good luck with your search. -Ed
Check Dixie Art and Airbrush Supplies for good online prices. WWW.dixieart.com/.
I have an Aztec and while it’s ok, I have a feeling one of the other brands may be a little more flexible. They may also have a little steeper learning curve though. One problem I have with mine is that sometimes you really have to tighten the nozzle to keep it from leaking air and paint from behind the nozzle and occasionally the needle will stick even though I try to be very thorough when I clean it. I do like the fact that you can use it as a single action or double action brush and it wasn’t expensive. Maybe I’m not fine tuning the adjustments closely enough but there does seem to be too much of a gap between nozzle sizes sometimes. Or maybe it’s just me. I don’t have that much experience with airbrushing. I wish I would have had the chance to try different types before I bought one.
I have a Paasche VL and am very happy with it. Does a great job, well built, no troubles, etc, etc, etc. Very versatile sice I have all three needle/tip combinations. I just ordered a Badger 100G because I want to try working with a gravity feed brush rather than siphon. It should be here in a couple of weeks.
M.
Lito,
As a T-shirt airbrush artist I have some experience with airbrushes so I hope I can be of help. [:D]
The Iwatas are great airbrushes but they are expensive for replacement tips and needles. There are several well-made airbrushes out there depending on what you want in an airbrush. I feel the best all-around airbrush is probably the Thayer & Chandler (Badger) Omni line. My second choice would be the Vega 2000 also made by T&C (Badger).
Some people like the Paasche VL (I don’t), others like the Badger Crescendo, and Anthem models.
The choice is yours and holding them is the best way to see what feels best to you. I had a Paasche VL to start with and they are big, bulky and unbalanced in my opinion. I bought a Thayer & Chandler Vega 2000 and noticed a huge difference right away and started painting better on my T-shirt work.
In regards to buying at Michael’s art supply, I would’nt buy anything from them unless you have no other choice.
They are high priced, and the people working there are clueless as to what an airbrush is. [:(]
My recommendation is to shop online or on the phone with either Dixie Art in New Orleans, or Bear Air in MA.
Here are their web addresses:
Let me know if you have any further questions if I can help. [:)]
Mike
i still say get iwata casue they are the best
The best? That is a relative term my friend. [:D]
They are great no doubt but there are others just as good.
We are painting plastic models here and an airbrush like the Iwata Micron or Sotar 20/20 is not necessary unless you want to freehand noseart with it. [;)]
Any of the above named airbrushes in this thread are more than adequate for this hobby and in the hands of someone experienced you could not tell the difference.
Mike
in So. Cal, Micheals is an arts & crafts store. Almost every week they put a coupon in the LA Times for 40% any single item. You can use it on anything!! Even your $100+ airbrush!! www.michaels.com
I have a Badger 150, Badger Cresendo, and a Thayer and Chandler Vega 2000 all siphon feeded Airbrushes.
I also have a Holbein Homhi Y3 gravity feeded airbrush for detailing.
If must choose one of the Siphon feeded airbrushes I would choose the Thayer and Chandler, this one gives the best spray patern without a lot of exercise.
Regards
eric [:D]