Testing The Black Widow Airbrush From Harbor Freight - Plus Giving It Away - Birthday Give-Away !

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  • Опубликовано: 23 янв 2025

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  • @eroushart
    @eroushart 7 месяцев назад +31

    Great video. I bought your swallowtail when it came out and two weeks ago, like a dummy, was cleaning it over a sink. The trigger screw fell out down the drain and after taking the sink apart, couldn’t find it. I looked everywhere for a replacement screw and reached out Gaahleri directly. They don’t sell this as a replacement part but they actually sent me a replacement screw free of charge! Thanks for all you do!

    • @barbatosrex9473
      @barbatosrex9473  7 месяцев назад +10

      They have awesome customer service

    • @jasondixon2828
      @jasondixon2828 7 месяцев назад +3

      That is the main problem with airbrushes like that, lack of replacement parts. That being said, it's awesome that they just sent it out to you. Big brands, Iwata, Harder & Steenbeck sell each and every part as a replacement, however they sell them. Doubt they would just send you a part for free. Definitely a plus.

    • @Eddie-di6eb6cv8v
      @Eddie-di6eb6cv8v 7 месяцев назад +2

      That screw popped off of my swallow tail. Fortunately I found it. It came off twice on me. I had to tighten it the best I could. Hopefully it won’t do so again. 😂

    • @robertthompson6707
      @robertthompson6707 7 месяцев назад

      So is that a problem with this airbrush? Yours is the third one I've read. I just bought one.

    • @barbatosrex9473
      @barbatosrex9473  7 месяцев назад +3

      Hasn't happened to me. I did tighten that screw when I got mine, seems to be holding up

  • @Patrick-wi3bg
    @Patrick-wi3bg 7 месяцев назад +10

    I got into gunpla earlier this year. Built my first kit and had a big "now what?" moment. I found your video on the Neoeco $40 airbrush and bought it and then bought that air compressor you did a review on around that same time. Your paint tricks and tips have been so helpful to me. For example I had almost stopped using Tamiya paints and then watched a video where you were like "Just use 91% alcohol to the top of the jar and thats it, it's ready to use!" Like those are the kind of tips I love. And your whole "don't worry so much" attitude about cleaning the brush between colors. Love your videos I appreciate the heck out of them!

  • @michealwheeler1504
    @michealwheeler1504 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy Birthday Robert! Easy to remember - it’s the same as my best friend’s when I was a kid. Thanks for another great review.

  • @RobRobRob123
    @RobRobRob123 7 месяцев назад +1

    Not too shabby, I definately agree about the nozzle. Can be trying at times for sure. I'll admit to having broken one before😅
    Awesome Iron Maiden flask. Somewhere in time is probably one of the best albums ever imho.
    Have a good evening and happy late birthday boss!

  • @desolation_angel
    @desolation_angel 7 месяцев назад +1

    That seems like a decent airbrush. The labeled caps are definitely a plus. I have one of your swallowtails that I really like, especially for the comfort of the trigger style while working.

  • @GhostpainOG
    @GhostpainOG 7 месяцев назад +3

    Both the Black Widow compressor and the regular brush are on my "buy soon" list. Nice.

  • @dan8402
    @dan8402 7 месяцев назад +2

    Been subscribed, liked, and watched the video.
    To be honest most of the master airbrush series also have the screw on nozzle. I agree drop in the way to go. .

  • @guidorea8347
    @guidorea8347 7 месяцев назад +2

    I bought my first black widow with the trigger gun 3 weeks ago... I might buy another and switch it to the .3mm needle and nozzle and leave it as is.... I have a bunch of model cars to build.... Hope they can handle lacquer paint....🙄 HAPPY BIRTHDAY ROBERT!!!!!.... 😁👍

  • @parkavenu_u8904
    @parkavenu_u8904 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy birthday Robert, wishing you the best. Thanks for showing off the cool airbrush.

  • @missaG0308
    @missaG0308 7 месяцев назад

    Was thinking of getting this as my first airbrush seems good for the price. Same with the air compressor. Happy birthday!!

  • @johnhyde5627
    @johnhyde5627 7 месяцев назад +1

    That Black Widow airbrush looks cool! The trigger style airbrushes have always intrigued me. Thanks for the review!

  • @naxalar
    @naxalar 7 месяцев назад +2

    Your swallowtail arrived today, very impressed with the packaging and all the included items, haven't tried it yet but maybe later tonight. Only thing is I wish I had known it was going to be on sale :)

  • @Hoodooter
    @Hoodooter 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy Birthday. Just getting into the Gunpla hobby so I am trying to get my toolkit built. Fingers crossed!

  • @sgtatarms4780
    @sgtatarms4780 7 месяцев назад

    Wow!!! That seems to be a decent price for a gun that performs like that. Yes, the thread in as opposed to drop in can be difficult. You always seem to compare items for every hobbyist budget and experience level. I have seen too many videos where they cater to the high-end products. A beginner without a big budget to start a new hobby sometimes may find the less expensive version is all that can be afforded at start up. While it's true quality matters one may not want to spend lots of cash to try to start a new hobby as they might find they do not like it. However, if they like they can upgrade equipment. I tried to start with an Iwata however I bent needles or over tightened parts, but then had to buy more parts while learning the hard way. I bought a less expensive gun until I got the hang of it (cleaning, disassembly, needle changes). Now I utilize both high/lower brushes and am quite happy. So again Sir, THANK YOU for your comparisons on either end of the spectrum.

  • @thehazmatguy480
    @thehazmatguy480 7 месяцев назад +1

    I think this looks like a really nice, affordable air brush. The presentation is fantastic- the case looks great, the black and red interior is great. The black and gold on the air brush looks sharp. Nice air brush for $70!

  • @baseballthird13
    @baseballthird13 7 месяцев назад +1

    ever since i started airbrushing. youve been my number one guy for tips

  • @bobdankiewicz9939
    @bobdankiewicz9939 7 месяцев назад +1

    Great review, thanks for taking the time and keeping us all informed. I think if the black widow had more "meat" on the palm side of the handle it would help with your grip issue, perhaps an opportunity for someone with a 3d printer. I wish all the airbrush manufacturers would include the containers for the needle & nozzle that's in the airbrush when shipped, so when a user switches from one size to the other they can put the removed size into a properly labeled container.

  • @themadhater9003
    @themadhater9003 7 месяцев назад +1

    Beautiful looking trigger style airbrush. Says the pen style won't be available till July 4th online. Happy Birthday!

    • @guidorea8347
      @guidorea8347 7 месяцев назад +1

      My harbor freight has it in stock in Dearborn, Mi...... They had both there 3 weeks ago when I bought my trigger style version....🙂

    • @themadhater9003
      @themadhater9003 7 месяцев назад +1

      @@guidorea8347 Nice I didn't check in store, just checked online it is available at both my local stores.

  • @edleclair7899
    @edleclair7899 7 месяцев назад +1

    Again Robert, Happy Birthday! I saw the Black widow at Harbor Freight the other day and was curious about it so thanks for the test. Take care everyone!

  • @jackfrost9164
    @jackfrost9164 7 месяцев назад +2

    I like that airbrush and the case it comes with. I also like the fact that things are labeled on the airbrush.

  • @johngamiles2541
    @johngamiles2541 7 месяцев назад +1

    I really appreciate your honest review of products showing good and bad points. So far I have never regretted any purchase you recommended. Thanks for all your efforts!

  • @rayh520
    @rayh520 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy birthday Robert…both the Swallowtail and Black Widow spray guns look awesome!!!

  • @jimknott183
    @jimknott183 7 месяцев назад +1

    Robert, Happy birthday and thanks for testing these HF Black Widow products!

  • @godfather1116
    @godfather1116 7 месяцев назад +2

    Very nice! I am considering grabbing your swallowtail from Gaahleri since its on sale :)

  • @Sirmoshi1
    @Sirmoshi1 7 месяцев назад +1

    I saw they were selling this line there now and wondered how well they perform ,thanks for another great video ! Happy Birthday !

  • @SnakewithaGun
    @SnakewithaGun 7 месяцев назад +1

    It's a great video and looks like a decent trigger brush for a decent price. I'm ok with mine that was only $30 but the nozzles doesn't like to work with the needles it's supposed to go with. Also, for that new color. I got a neat name for it. Burnt Wrought Iron.

  • @Tommytoff
    @Tommytoff 7 месяцев назад +5

    A tip for fitting a threaded nozzle. First put in the needle and place the nozzle on the end of it. Draw the needle back slowly till it meets the body. Start to turn it so the threads bite. Pull the needle back so it is safely out of the way and finish tightening it

  • @subversive1219
    @subversive1219 7 месяцев назад +1

    I've been curious about this airbrush. Thanks for the review.

  • @dedtheros2848
    @dedtheros2848 7 месяцев назад +1

    Keep it up Barbatos....it's been a while since I've checked your stuff out but I do so enjoy all you do!

  • @christianmarcu6021
    @christianmarcu6021 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy 🎉 Birthday 🎂 Robert! All the best! Keep up the good work, and the 100k dream of yours will just happen!!

  • @PaulKoza2_70
    @PaulKoza2_70 7 месяцев назад +2

    A nice looking airbrush. Thanks for the review. Happy Birthday. Sto Lat!

  • @FeartheEvan
    @FeartheEvan 7 месяцев назад +1

    Definitely helps me choose between this and the Gaahleri! Happy birthday too

  • @austinrolstone7891
    @austinrolstone7891 7 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you Mr.Rex for being an amazing resource to learn the techniques and tricks that I've used to take my model painting to the next level.

  • @daviddenman1326
    @daviddenman1326 7 месяцев назад +1

    I love the Iron Maiden flask adds a nice flare to the bench.

  • @lylebriggs923
    @lylebriggs923 7 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks for the quick demo on the blackwindow an the time an effort you put into are videos and hope you had a good birthday

  • @psycomustang
    @psycomustang 7 месяцев назад +1

    I was looking at one today at Harbor Freight then I got notification of your review so this helps me decide

  • @JoshuaParnell
    @JoshuaParnell 7 месяцев назад +2

    Once again, happy birthday! You're the main reason I even build gunpla, and thanks to your instruction, I'm custom painting! Keep on keepin on, brother

  • @crashray5523
    @crashray5523 7 месяцев назад

    Happy Birthday Robert! I recently purchased your Barbatos Rex airbrush and it’s fantastic! I’m very satisfied with it. 👍👍

    • @barbatosrex9473
      @barbatosrex9473  7 месяцев назад

      It's a great airbrush, thanks for your support

  • @Bruces-Eclectic-World
    @Bruces-Eclectic-World 7 месяцев назад +1

    I have you 2nd batch of airbrushes Rex and love it. I use all Gaahleri brushes now. I have/had 2 of the brushes that you need a wrench to change the thing and I gave the newer one away and the other is in the desk drawer... Lol
    Like the looks of the brush if only it was a quick change...
    LLAP 🖖

  • @JoeFortunato009
    @JoeFortunato009 7 месяцев назад

    I started out with the Harbor Freight airbrush (with the siphon bottles) It was good to learn on. Now thanks to you I've bought the Badger patriot and each time I'm getting better. As my skill increases so will the amount I'll spend on airbrushes. Just bought the compressor with the separate tank. Keep up the great work. Happy Birthday!!

  • @craigluitjohan621
    @craigluitjohan621 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy Birthday, I appreciate you doing the review and test of this. I have seen this at my local Harbor Freight. Just haven't pulled the trigger on buying it. Thank you again.

  • @johngarcia2604
    @johngarcia2604 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy Birthday! Thanks for everything you do. I've learned so much from you!

  • @RobertKozlowski-k2k
    @RobertKozlowski-k2k 7 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks for another informative review. it sure helps as I am retired and need to make good choices with my limited resources.

  • @janvanrenselaar5998
    @janvanrenselaar5998 7 месяцев назад

    Happy Birthday Robert. What a crazy prices the post service in the USA has. When i buy a 1-12 scale kit in Japan i pay about ~22,- to Spain. And you pay ~75 ,- for a inland package, that is nuts. And that screw on,srew yourself nozzle,i dont get it. The carpetmonster always was eaten that thing. Now with those drop in nozzle i got the feeling i do not have thick sausauge fingers anymore.

  • @juancastillo59
    @juancastillo59 7 месяцев назад +1

    Great video and thanks for everything.. happy birthday to you 🎉🎉🎁🎁🙏🙏

  • @Wayneooo
    @Wayneooo 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy birthday Robert. Great content, I have learned a lot from you. Keep up the great work.

  • @MFMouse
    @MFMouse 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy birthday🎉, glad you did this review. I've been looking for an honest opinion of this airbrush, as always great job.

  • @Dkon5
    @Dkon5 7 месяцев назад +4

    Both are nice looking air brushes. Guess depends on someone’s personal preference. I do like the drop in nozzle

  • @DominicZxen
    @DominicZxen 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy Belated birthday Robert!! Another great review as always. Looks like I am going to see what my local Harbor Freight has hiding amongst their shelves. This airbrush is definately a far cry better than the one i bought years ago.

  • @mustangzr
    @mustangzr 7 месяцев назад +2

    I've been waiting to see this video thanks for the review Robert. Happy Birthday

    • @michaelparker494
      @michaelparker494 7 месяцев назад +1

      lwata sales wrench that is easier to use.

  • @samsquatch6238
    @samsquatch6238 7 месяцев назад +3

    Not a bad airbrush. Seems like a decent investment.
    I use a self closing duck bill tweezer to install screw in nozzles.
    Thank you for sharing the nozzle information. I am a beginner with airbrushes and had no idea they made drop in nozzles 😮

  • @andrewcampbell715
    @andrewcampbell715 7 месяцев назад +1

    As always a honest review! Please keep up the great work, a lot of us depend on your honesty!

  • @lgyoubeezy7074
    @lgyoubeezy7074 7 месяцев назад +1

    Love the channel, been watching for quite awhile now. Always enjoyable to watch regardless of subject matter. Keep up the amazing work.

  • @inked6699
    @inked6699 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy Birthday and another great video. 🎉🎉 wouldn't switch my swallow tail for nothing, I love it.

  • @TheMoebeast
    @TheMoebeast 7 месяцев назад +1

    I appreciate the review, I've been thinking about getting another airbrush specifically for priming and varnishing.

  • @Gwolfsoun
    @Gwolfsoun 7 месяцев назад +1

    Really enjoy your airbrush testing video. This one did not disappoint ether.

  • @kumagoro4ever
    @kumagoro4ever 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy birthday! Thank you for reviewing this. All I have is a cheap airbrush with a built in compressor, and I've been looking for a reasonably priced replacement for it. This one looks promising.

  • @ForDJWiz
    @ForDJWiz 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy Birthday Robert!!! Hope you have a Blessed Day! 🎈🎂🎉

  • @saywise1106
    @saywise1106 7 месяцев назад +1

    Again, another insightful video. I have been learning SO much from your RUclips videos. Thanks!!!

  • @dannyrivera1942
    @dannyrivera1942 7 месяцев назад +1

    Love this video and I love using the swallowtail for primers and clears!!

  • @johnrandecker8063
    @johnrandecker8063 7 месяцев назад +1

    A nice looking airbrush. I'd be interested to see how it performs with acrylics since I use those almost exclusively.
    Oh, and Happy Birthday 🙂

  • @ScaleModelCarBuilder
    @ScaleModelCarBuilder 7 месяцев назад +1

    Looks like a nice brush to have on the side for quick color changes or to have different needles sizes ready to go. Thanks for sharing.

  • @vincehatina6987
    @vincehatina6987 7 месяцев назад

    I’m happy you did a video on this airbrush, I’d like to see one for the other Black Widow traditional airbrush, great videos thank you

  • @makoajohnson2341
    @makoajohnson2341 7 месяцев назад +1

    I feel like ghaaleri's channeling on the nozzle makes a big difference too IMO but i have a .2mm tamiya airbrush that is spectacular, luckily i never have to change the nozzle though

  • @TrashPandaHobbies
    @TrashPandaHobbies 7 месяцев назад +1

    This was interesting and great to see, was rather curious about the gun style air brushes for priming and such. Need to get something that I can change needle sizes with for other paints. Great video, thank you Robert!

  • @RedJackR
    @RedJackR 7 месяцев назад +1

    Yea I always drop the nozzle too. My go to now is a Neoeco w/ .3 and it does the job pretty well. Also dedicated.5 imyyds. I wouldn’t mind switching to a trigger brush. Thanks for your videos, your my go to for most modeling tips.

  • @socko47
    @socko47 7 месяцев назад +3

    I am very impressed with your effort to demonstrate equipment and paints. You have demonstrated your concern about working with quality manufacturers as by the service they have provided to you and your followers. Replacing screws for free, changing bottles to provide lasting storage, and your time and energy to make it happen is a real plus in this day and age when quality service tends to be lacking. And Kudos to you for doing this on your birthday.

  • @mikemiller9023
    @mikemiller9023 7 месяцев назад +1

    Not a bad airbrush for the money, really. It sure looks better than some of the others on the market. Thanks for the info and happy birthday, Robert!

  • @JohnBrown-fs4ug
    @JohnBrown-fs4ug 7 месяцев назад +1

    As always, thank you for a reliable review. It’s really appreciated.

  • @misnerll
    @misnerll 7 месяцев назад

    Happy Birthday. So nozzle type is not a big deal and just to show you on my Swallowtail, the first time I changed the nozzle the nozzle fell off and went bouncing into oblivion. Of course as soon as I stopped looking for it, I found it. Pros and cons on both sides. I might have to check out one of these Black Widows.

  • @scottsundin3764
    @scottsundin3764 7 месяцев назад +1

    Love your videos lots of information every time. Oh I love the fan nozzle.

  • @coryeachus1313
    @coryeachus1313 7 месяцев назад +1

    Nice review. Very informative. I like that you give an honest opinion and not a lot of fluff.

  • @thunderbolt101-b8i
    @thunderbolt101-b8i 4 месяца назад +1

    I'm new to airbrushing, but look forward to the testing that you have done with all your video, I use a lot of your reviews now. Thanks, look forward to your videos.

    • @barbatosrex9473
      @barbatosrex9473  4 месяца назад

      Welcome aboard my friend and thanks for watching

  • @JOhnnyx87x
    @JOhnnyx87x 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy Birthday! Watching your videos have been really informative since I've gotten into gunpla.

  • @flyboy2610
    @flyboy2610 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy Birthday old(er) man! I both of the Black Widow airbrushes, but haven't had a chance to try them out yet. I'll get 'round to it, though.

  • @joepestuglicci2328
    @joepestuglicci2328 7 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you for the review. May have to get one for certain applications.

  • @markmowers6054
    @markmowers6054 7 месяцев назад +7

    Thanks for the review, Robert! And you're definitely not alone in disliking the screw in nozzles. And Happy Un-birthday!

  • @natalieann2000
    @natalieann2000 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy birthday Robert. Great video as always

  • @LarryE3419
    @LarryE3419 7 месяцев назад

    Happy birthday I like how your reviews are unbiased .

  • @MaryLagunes-k4l
    @MaryLagunes-k4l 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy Birthday Robert! 🥳🧁🎉
    My son's birthday was on a day before yours.

  • @michaelpeterson7003
    @michaelpeterson7003 7 месяцев назад +1

    looking forward to the next air brush review.

  • @Joe6packAmerican
    @Joe6packAmerican 7 месяцев назад +1

    I'm getting back into model building after a 30 year hiatus. I really appreciate your videos on air brushing. I've only done rattle cans but would love to take up air brushing.

  • @loknlode
    @loknlode 7 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks for the review! I'm new to all of this. 👍

  • @edwardgundrum6275
    @edwardgundrum6275 7 месяцев назад +1

    Nice Airbrush,Harbor Freight has been upping their game, and Happy Birthday my Friend.

  • @tomdelaney19464
    @tomdelaney19464 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy belated Bday to you Robert !

  • @pickles6603
    @pickles6603 7 месяцев назад

    I've been wanting to get into model cars you make it look so fun and easy. Keep up the great work!

  • @Plamo_House
    @Plamo_House 7 месяцев назад +3

    Happy birthday! thank you for your informational videos! I always love your enthusiasm when reviewing products.

  • @2005GLI
    @2005GLI 7 месяцев назад +7

    It really amazes me how much better harbor freight stuff has gotten. I used one of their cheap brushes like 15 years ago.

    • @TrepidDestiny
      @TrepidDestiny 6 месяцев назад +1

      I've been using their "Avanti" airbrush for 2 years now, and it works better and more reliably than my expensive Iwata airbrush. Harbor Freight has really stepped their game up.

  • @dragula2005
    @dragula2005 7 месяцев назад +1

    happy Birthday Robert! Feliz cumpleaños!!!

  • @Gnomenutz
    @Gnomenutz 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy birthday Robert! I am always looking forward to every video to put out. I am thankful that your reviews are always honest regardless pf what the item is. Please keep it up!!!

  • @mgs6490
    @mgs6490 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy belated birthday Robert, thanks for the review

  • @kerrykusmierz543
    @kerrykusmierz543 7 месяцев назад +2

    Seems like an ok unit

  • @drupy3243
    @drupy3243 7 месяцев назад

    Happy b-day. Saw the Airbrush the other day at HF and it peeked my interest. Your review has help me answer some questions i had about the brush

  • @ibidesign
    @ibidesign 7 месяцев назад

    Happy Birthday (again), Robert! Thanks for this video, very informative. My vote also would be for drop-in plug-n-play nozzles. Wonder why they didn't think of that? I'd imagine the machining cost for threads would actually cost the OEM more.

  • @jamesboulukos3698
    @jamesboulukos3698 7 месяцев назад +1

    Nice review as always. I just purchased a new compressor based on your recommendations.

  • @tcan23
    @tcan23 7 месяцев назад

    Thanks for the review. Looks like a 9/10 and a good value.

  • @Dtrescott
    @Dtrescott 7 месяцев назад

    great video, interesting that Harbor Freight trying to up their airbrush game.

  • @Cobyc5150
    @Cobyc5150 7 месяцев назад

    Happy b-day dude!! Helped me get in to air brushing last year during a rough time. Thanks for what you do!!

  • @draconis3
    @draconis3 7 месяцев назад +1

    Happy birthday, Robert. Thanks for the video.

  • @aaronlevy5072
    @aaronlevy5072 7 месяцев назад +1

    Always useful tips on painting models. Now I just need time to paint mine.