Godzilla Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 Just wondering what brand, type, etc, and should I get a compressor. I like to build models with it but it will be used for customizing the 1/48s too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tetsujin Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 The Paasche VL is a good entry-level airbrush. It's good quality and easy to use, and you can get it for around $50 at places like Dixieart. You should definitely get a compressor if you're going to airbrush. Aircans are just too expensive. Some people use other approaches, too - like filling old fire extinguishers with compressed air and spraying from that - but I don't think it's worth the hassle of having to cook up the solution and keep refilling the tank. You can get a simple Sears-variety compressor with a tank for around $100. I got mine from Wal-Mart, it's made by Campbell Hausfeld. It makes a bunch of noise when the compressor is running, but when it's running it's filling the tank - so there's no noise while I'm actually working (running from the tank) - it just kicks in again every few minutes of working when it needs to fill the tank again. Avoid Aztek airbrushes. They are cheap junk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Less than Super Ostrich Posted December 14, 2004 Share Posted December 14, 2004 badger 150 anthem... easy to clean easy to use and badger stands by their product Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armor Posted December 15, 2004 Share Posted December 15, 2004 Badger 150 or 175. I use a 2gal air compresure like tetsujin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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