Jimmer
Well-Known Member
After well over a year of model building I have decided to give airbrushing a try.
I know, I should have done it long ago.
Anyway, I have done extensive research but for someone who's never even seen an airbrush used in person there is a lot of info to take in.
What I'm thinking of at present is going with dual-action gravity-fed, but obviously I am open to advice.
One factor is that I'd really like to keep the amount I spend on the airbrush under 70 dollars (ideally under 50). That is just for the brush, I realize I will need a compressor.
I'm honestly not a cheapskate, and fully realize quality is important (and generally has to be paid for), but my logic is that if I really take to airbrushing I can then upgrade if necessary, and if I really don't take to it I haven't spent a large sum that I could have avoided by buying a cheap "tester" brush.
Also, I currently have quite a few hobbies so price is an issue.
Anyway, I looked at 2 brushes on Amazon that are very cheap but had many positive reviews. Still, the price on these 2 are in the "too good to be true category", so I am skeptical of them.
They are:
PointZero Dual-Action 7cc Gravity-Feed Airbrush 3 Tip Set (.2mm .3mm .5mm
and
Pinkiou Double Action Airbrush Kit Air Brush Spray Gun with 0.3mm/0.2mm/0.5mm
If anyone has experience with these I would certainly appreciate your input.
Or if anyone has recommendations for a starter brush (and/or compressor), or input on gravity fed versus other types I'd be grateful also.
I hate to think how many times you guys have regurgitated this topic, so no need for anyone to get lengthy.
(Text can translate awkwardly sometimes, I don't mean to sound condescending by that, I'm extremely grateful for any input, just don't want to take up anyone's time).
I started to go over previous threads, but they get so extensive, and my head's already swimming from watching a couple hours worth of youtube...
Also, if I've broken any protocol by listing specific products please lock/delete thread or notify me and I will.
Almost forgot, if I go gravity fed I'm currently thinking large C-cup (sooo hard not to insert joke there..) with a lid...I already visualize myself spilling paint everywhere.
I'm also mulling over importance of
Preset handle, miniature quick disconnect, moisture trap, and air adjustment regulator.
Hence, the swimming head.
Thanks in advance.
I know, I should have done it long ago.
Anyway, I have done extensive research but for someone who's never even seen an airbrush used in person there is a lot of info to take in.
What I'm thinking of at present is going with dual-action gravity-fed, but obviously I am open to advice.
One factor is that I'd really like to keep the amount I spend on the airbrush under 70 dollars (ideally under 50). That is just for the brush, I realize I will need a compressor.
I'm honestly not a cheapskate, and fully realize quality is important (and generally has to be paid for), but my logic is that if I really take to airbrushing I can then upgrade if necessary, and if I really don't take to it I haven't spent a large sum that I could have avoided by buying a cheap "tester" brush.
Also, I currently have quite a few hobbies so price is an issue.
Anyway, I looked at 2 brushes on Amazon that are very cheap but had many positive reviews. Still, the price on these 2 are in the "too good to be true category", so I am skeptical of them.
They are:
PointZero Dual-Action 7cc Gravity-Feed Airbrush 3 Tip Set (.2mm .3mm .5mm
and
Pinkiou Double Action Airbrush Kit Air Brush Spray Gun with 0.3mm/0.2mm/0.5mm
If anyone has experience with these I would certainly appreciate your input.
Or if anyone has recommendations for a starter brush (and/or compressor), or input on gravity fed versus other types I'd be grateful also.
I hate to think how many times you guys have regurgitated this topic, so no need for anyone to get lengthy.
(Text can translate awkwardly sometimes, I don't mean to sound condescending by that, I'm extremely grateful for any input, just don't want to take up anyone's time).
I started to go over previous threads, but they get so extensive, and my head's already swimming from watching a couple hours worth of youtube...
Also, if I've broken any protocol by listing specific products please lock/delete thread or notify me and I will.
Almost forgot, if I go gravity fed I'm currently thinking large C-cup (sooo hard not to insert joke there..) with a lid...I already visualize myself spilling paint everywhere.
I'm also mulling over importance of
Preset handle, miniature quick disconnect, moisture trap, and air adjustment regulator.
Hence, the swimming head.
Thanks in advance.