Lol their fast is £40 already ! I'll keep an eye on it. Sub £32 I'll bite. I have a cheap airbrush but its too awkward to get in and out to prime a few models. This might be a decent solution.
Have a look around Amazon or eBay too and I’m sure there’ll be other options around the £30 price. That’s why I showed it in the video so folks don’t think I’m being click bait! 👍🏼
Quick tip for all airbrushes (spray guns), get a bottle of mineral oil. Use it to lubricate the needle (and thus, the internal seals) occasionally. I usually just dip the tip of the needle in, enuf to get a drop on the end, then use my fingers to coat the needle in a THIN layer. Helps keep the trigger action and paint flow smooth, as well as preserving the seals for longer use. It's a cheap alternative to proprietary lubes and is non reactive (won't cause fisheyes or delamination) with most paints or clears I've (or other professionals) ever put thru an AB or full sized spray gun for automotive or illustration painting (from inks to 2 part polyurethane clears). One bottle will likely last a lifetime. You can find it in the pharmacy section in most stores.
Clicked on the link and Amazon had it at £40, this is just six days after the review. The other review for the last "cheap" airbrush was £60 rather than £30. I think Amazon are watching your reviews and putting the price up!
I got a very similar kit which came with a dual action brush for my students to experiment with. It’s not bad and the fact that it’s quiet is great. The low pressure does mean that there is a steep learning curve regarding how things your paints need to be. With it being so cheap it removes the pressure/fear of not being able to use it properly.
Thx a lot for the review! This airbrush might be something for me. No hobbyroom, painting at night, children sleeping, cheap and just for some priming 😀
I got 1 from my wife and son as a X'mas gift. Just fyi the batt run time when fully charged is around 30mins and they bought it at the local art store for around USD65.00
Brilliant review! I own a full airbrush which I keep in the garage. This could be handy to keep in a drawer by my painting desk for a quick and unexpected priming session :)
I just got one the other day for £30.99 off eBay having seen an ad on farcebook for them (which is probably a scam and why I didn't buy directly from the linked site) and as a complete airbrush novice, I can't fault it. I bought it blind without reading any reviews about them, so this is me now looking up reviews after the event hoping I didn't make a mistake. I got it mainly to touch up damaged areas of clear or tinted lacquer on saxes as the thinned down lacquer can be applied, feathered, cut and blended into the rest of the surrounding lacquer far more evenly and seamlessly than using a paintbrush and dries much quicker too. I've also been using it just with neat isopropyl or acetone to both clean the nozzle and cup while in situ and to degrease internal screw threads, small electric motors and whatnot. Mine also has two additional larger capacity clear plastic reservoirs included with it as the small cup needs filling up frequently when using it on full blast. I could fit a hose for it to use for compression testing for leaks as it's a conveniently sized and ultra portable compressor. The instruction sheet lists the various thread sizes which is good. Here's the link: www.ebay.co.uk/itm/383674041141
Must say it's very interesting to see the painting methods of minis and 40k stuff. I mainly work on 1:1 props and the level of detail achieved on stuff so small is mind boggling to me 😂
I think it’s great for someone who just needs one for priming or the odd bit of terrain making and won’t get the benefit of spending £100’s on a full kit and good brush. I’ve used it way more often than I imagined I would.
Waiting for Amazon to deliver one of these today, as it goes. Filled and rubbed down my old lime green Gameboy shell ready for some rattle can primer and Createx pearlised blue. All my painting gear is over me dad's and I have a baby at home so bringing the compressor and stuff over here is a no-no and due to lockdown, going over me dad's for a painting sesh is a no-no. So seeing that these battery powered ones are alright has brought me a bit of relief! Cheers mate, I'm subbed!
I've had one of these for a little over a year. Got it to try airbrushing without breaking the bank or taking up too much space. The only thing I've noticed is that it is slowly winding time in battery life and recently the on/off switch has been persnickety. Aside from that, value from money on all accounts!
I got one and have used it for a year now. Mine has 2 his of run time and can be used with a plug while charging. If it has the C USB, you can use it while charging... I like it. The brush itself is a single action, but I put a Bible action on it and use the other for backup.
I never had much success airbrushing with mine, but i do use it for blowing the resin off of my resin-prints before cleaning them. I also use it for blowing the cleaning fluid off my prints as well. For these jobs, it was really good, until recently. Now the on/off switch wont work, and I can't see any way to get into it and repair it.
I think there's a hole in the market for someone selling the compressor on it's own. That would be an absolute game changer for conventions and games days for a lot of people.
Thanks for the video mate, it's great to see that you try what we dont really know if it's worth it or not and show us the reality to help. Glad you have compared to the other cheap compressor from the other day too😊
You’re welcome mate. There’s some items where folks will tell you that you need the most expensive stuff however for lots of us “hobbyists” something good enough will do the basic tasks we need.
@@BlackJackLegacy absolutely, and we'll have time to level up for better ones once we have tried if we like and we want to learn more. Moreover, in my case appart from the economic issue (that is also important as to many others) is that I have no space for big things so even if I had money I have no room for those and if for priming (which is mostly what I will need this for) works well enough I think it is the way to go for now. So thanks Andy!
Nice timing on this one, because I got one of these as a gift and I’m new to airbrush so I’ve been binging all sorts of videos. Mine looks exactly like yours but it’s a double action and looks like it cost closer to $50-$60, but what little of it I’ve had time to use I can say it’s probably exactly as you say besides the double action trigger. It’s a nice little kit and seems very beginner friendly, the high price point has always kept me away from these.
I have seen more expensive double action ones which sound even better. I think as long as you're not expecting to compare it to a $400 kit you'll be pleasantly surprised with just how much you CAN do with them.
Been thinking about a cheap Airbrush to prime some of my larger models. Collecting dark eldar requires many Raiders & Venoms so a cheap alternative like this 1 seems to be the one. I'll most likley only be using it to prime a model and cover larger areas of armour. Thanks for the honest review.
I did too. I just assumed it would be garbage and I’d send it back but get a review out of it however I’ve kept it and used it quite a bit over the last couple of months.
I bought one because I have an airbrush but needed an airbrush that was portable and could be used where there was no power outlet. I aquatint the wireless airbrush to aerosol cans that will save you money in the long run. It is very nice and useful
Good review buddy, I have had a look and you review it as single action but it's advertised as double action on amazon. Worth noting if anyone else looks into these.
Thank you. I’ve been debating buying this or the other one you reviewed recently. I’m interested in which between this and the compressor version you would say was better. Regards Aaron
I the end of this video I gave a little explanation of which I’d recommend however as prices seem to be all over the place at the moment I’d say if you’re just doing basic priming etc the cheapest one will be the best but if prices are equal I’d recommend the one with the separate compressor as I think it’s a little better overall.
I never used it yet,i just put water in to see if it works its new never used.i took it apart like you did and the needle would not come out i pulled hard but didn't want to break it.
It sounds like maybe the needle is just stuck then. When you pull back on the trigger can you see the needle top retracting back? If not then it sounds stuck - just try soaking it to release it
This was exactly the review I was looking for, along with your other cheap airbrush vid! Just want to dip my toe in to get smoother priming and basecoats for custom action figures. Really useful info. Thanks!
I’ve had it for 2 months and I use it quite a bit for priming, small quick highlights and putting varnish on. I’m using it more than I thought I would that’s for sure.
Ok so with both reviews I guess the first one you reviewed seems abit better for the money as you get a bigger kit now. This one seems fine but from what I am told duel action is better.
Dual action means you can control air flow and paint flow at the same time. It’s better if you have a good quality airbrush as the cheaper ones have little airflow control and act like more of an on/off switch. If you’re trying to paint to a high standard with an airbrush ignore these and spend £200+ on a compressor and good airbrush however if you just want to prime and basecoat don’t be tricked into thinking you need to spend that same money. Sometimes you just need to basics to get the basics done.
Although you only mentioned an adapter, could you explain which connection adapter would be required if using a better airbrush? For a beginner like me I wouldn't have a clue of where to begin to figure it out.
Not a bad bit of kit by the looks of it for those who want to try airbrushing without breaking the bank . Could see it still getting use even if you upgrade , the lower pressure would be great for inks.
I honestly bought it just to review as I thought it would make a great video but i've used it for more odd jobs than I thought I would even though I have other options.
Bit late but as a total beginner to an airbrush, do you need a cleaning pot? Csn it be taken apart for cleaning inside the airbrush? And by saying it’s low pressure and can’t do detail work, what could you mean by detail work? Something like OSL? And why do we need to take out the air valve? Sorry for the basic questions but thanks in advance 😅
Hey BlackJack Legacy, would you mind doing another video on this (now a few months further since purchase), on : - how is it working now (is it still working ? ) - a bit more detail on how much you thin the paint etc ?? I bought similar product (not the same, but it's pretty much 99% identical), and I'm struggling a bit with the tool clogging a bit even when having the paint thinned down a lot. It usually works quite well for first 5 - 10 minutes, and then it's an uphill battle of cleaning it almost every small mini I'm trying to prime with it (or do a zenithal ).
so after 2 years is the airbrush still running or did it brake down fast? just asking because i am thinking of buying one like this since a compressor is clunky and takes to much place to store :)
So how would you use a dual action airbrush w. this? (Sorry - didn't understand what you were saying w. removing the air valve. If removing that will it enable me to use dual action or will it never be able?)
Normally with an airbrush you have a dual action. Pushing down controls the airflow and pulling back controls the paint flow hence dual action. With this one blocking off the air completely will put a build up of back pressure on the compressor as it has no auto switch off or tank to fill. Therefore it’s recommended to use a single action airbrush which is paint flow only and the air can flow freely all the time. You can remove the valve to make it single action and suitable with this compressor or you can fit it back in and use with a bigger compressor with a pressure switch off in the future.
Would these be good enough just to do the zenithal priming? And maybe base coating a layer after? Worried about having the same effect as a rattle can does with the specks
Great video Andy. As a newbie airbrusher would you recommend this or the other cheap mains one? Space and noise aren't really an issue, but do like the portability of this one. For priming and base coating only do you see much of a difference in coverage between the two?
Hi Toby. I think over all if you can get them both for the same price the mains powered one is probably better quality however the price seems to be climbing so if the battery one is cheaper I think you'd still enjoy using the battery one. For the basic priming and basing there's little, if anything, to distinguish from the finish
@@BlackJackLegacy thanks, I've gone for the battery one as it was £28 on eBay. The mains one was £38 but the battery one gives me more options as a beginner (where I can use it, noise levels etc).
I bought it amd loved it,although I used it to paint 6 inch figures I was very happy with it, añthough it no longer sprays paint, have you run with this issue? I did the deep clean, maybe I assembled it wrong?
If the paint isn’t coming out then it’s normally a blockage in the small nozzle. Even when you think you’ve cleaned it (and sometimes because cleaning it dislodges bits of dried paint) some can get stuck in the nozzle. Double check this as if no paints coming through generally that’s the issue.
@@BlackJackLegacy nope, even changed the noozle, did wome testing, I think I may have unaligned something because now the paint cup starts bubbling but I still check to remove any cloth
If it’s bubbling it’s because there’s a blockage somewhere and the air is blowing back into the cup. The same thing happens if you put your finger over the end and stop the air coming out. Maybe your needle is bent. Try rolling it on a table and see if it’s straight or bent. A bent needle will block the nozzle too.
Hi just stumbled on this and looks ideal for me, never owned or used an airbrush and I just really want to use it for base coats and possibly varnish finish, how’s it holding up? Also do they still sell these?
As soon as i used it i noticed paint was splattered and i disassembled it, as soon as i seen the pieces i noticed the problem, the nuzzle was broken and the rubber ring was split in 2, went to ask reposition parts to the seller, and he basically said that was not his problem, even though it came already broken.
@@BlackJackLegacy is there a specific name for the threats are there different sizes..I literally know nothing about airbrushing ..I just got into making dioramas ..I'm basically teaching myself with RUclips videos but since I don't have a lot of money I find ways to get the same effects with stuff I have laying around as they get in the videos with the proper tools but it always take longer then it would with the proper tools ..I manage to shade and add weathered effects with just a brush but I've learned there are some stuff you can do with a airbrush you can't do with a brush no matter how I rig it. Anyway I'm rambling . I'm trying to find the cheapest compressor and gun that preforms well. If u know of any I'd appreciate it
Its hard to recommend ratios as a lot depends on the type of paint you start with but if its too runny just try adding a little more paint. Better to start runny and thicken it up than start thick and clog the airbrush.
I am looking for an airbrush to paint rc car bodies. Would this handle painting larger areas or is it only suitable for tiny models as sown in the video?
@@BlackJackLegacy Thanks. Seriously considering getting back into model building for the first time since I was a kid and this may be the way to go for me.
Mate I just bought this I was playing with the screw at the back to adjust the spray. I cleaned it out with water,I'm watered down acrylic paint. Went to use the next colour and it would only spray air, and I only had enough of that colour to do what I needed. Ahh any ideas ?
Try pushing the needle all the way forward and tighten the screw at the back. It sounds as though the needle isn’t pulling back and letting the paint out.
I am pretty sure this is the model I have, mine stopped working after the first time, thought I must have clogged it up so took it apart to give it a good clean...now I can't get the nozzle back on, am I doing something wrong
@@BlackJackLegacy thanks for getting back to me so soon! Just bought one through the link so looking forward to getting started on some minis with it :)
@@BlackJackLegacy so it arrived today! As soon as I press the white button to turn it on, air immediately flows out of the nozzle regardless of whether I have my finger on the trigger - is this what it should be doing? Is that what single action means? I really appreciate your help! 😁
Yes that right. It will be air but no paint. The paint only comes out as you pull back on the trigger. That’s why it’s single action. Dual action will allow you to control air and paint flow.
Just got one of these airbrushed. The paint will not come out. Air comes out but no paint from the hopper. I have fully charged it there seems to be some kind of blockage. Any ideas?
Ok a few things to check. First up only fill it with water - if it sprays ok there’s no blockages. If it doesn’t remove the cup (if you can) and strip down the needle and nozzle and clean it. If the water goes through fine it’s likely your paint is too thick. You need to thin it down more as this will stop it flowing through. Hope that helps. I have a video on cleaning the airbrush if you need help with that.
Hey did you replace the needle on this yet? My needle broke and no generic needles seem to fit/work and the nozzle is also unique so can't be changed over?
This is a single action airbrush as it doesn’t control airflow - it only controls paint flow. A dual action controls both air and paint. I know the ones you mean however it isn’t specific to wether it controls air only or paint only. It’s the fact it only controls one of the two that makes it single action.
@@BlackJackLegacy Really? I have never seen an airbrush that allows you to control airflow with a trigger. That is the purpose of having a regulator on your compressor that allows you to control the psi. Single action airbrushes have a trigger that only moves in one direction..up and down...not forwards and backwards. If you know of an airbrush that allows you to control airflow with the trigger then please let me know.
All dual action air brushes let you control air flow with the trigger. You push down to allow the air to flow and the more you press it the more air flows - you then pull back to allow the paint to flow and the further you pull back the more paint flows. The air pressure can be controlled by the regulator on the compressor but the amount of flow is controlled by pressing on the trigger. These are pretty standard and every dual action airbrush I’ve bought has worked like this.
@@BlackJackLegacy You must have a very sensitive finger to be able to control airflow as most airbrushes including Iwatas have simple on/off air valves under the trigger if you look at the technical drawings. I have managed to control airflow with the trigger myself but find the regulator a much better way of managing airflow. In any case you've made a great video, I was really impressed with the quality of your camera shots/lighting and audio.
On my cheaper ones it is pretty much an on off switch however I have a more expensive H&S one and there’s a lot more control. Thanks for the very kind words on the video too 👍🏼
I use a spray booth which has extraction but lots don’t. Acrylic paints aren’t too bad but if you’re using anything oil based a mask or ventilation would be worth it.
I’ve just bought one of these and it arrives today although it’s a different type to yours I think and I’ve never used or had one before so I’m curious to see it in action I’ll be using it for priming and varnishing primarily at least until I get used to it, not sure about cleaning it though so what would you recommend?
I’ve got this same model, looks identical, but mine is dual action. One problem I have been getting is tip drying. It may be because I’m still learning to use it, but I am being careful to always put out air at the beginning and end, rather than stop while there’s paint coming out... The advice I’m finding everywhere is that due to the very low psi, I need to thin the paints a lot more than I think I should. Vallejo surface primer seems to not like that very much, but I see you used it fine in your video. How much do you thin your primer? And did you get any issues with tip drying when using this airbrush to spray varnish?
First off just checking your compressor stops automatically when you’re not pressing down on the trigger. If it doesn’t then that’s where a lot of these cheaper ones burn out - that’s why the instructions say single action only. As for thinning I use Vallejo air brush thinner and I thin down primers and paints even when they say air paints. I find they perform better when a little thinner, give less blocks and go on great. Dry tips tend to be when you’re really lightly pulling back on the needle to let a small amount of paint through and the air flow drys the paint before it sprays. This can happen if the paint is a little thicker too. It’s not always an issue as long as you just keep an eye on it and wipe the tip as you go but thinning further would help.
@@BlackJackLegacy Wow, that was a quick reply! It definitely stays on (as in, makes noise) even when I'm not pushing on the trigger. Then air comes out when I push on the trigger (not gradually, though, definitely on-off... not sure if it's supposed to be gradual... from the way people are using airbrushes in tutorials I guess not). But I switch it off when I'm not actively painting, so I think it's going to be okay burn-out wise. I must be getting something wrong when spraying the Vallejo Surface Primer though. At one point, it was basically getting blocked up every 10 seconds or so, which made it very frustrating. And when it "blocks up", there's still paint coming out but very little, so I am guessing the diagnosis for that is dry/blocked up tip. I tried just cleaning the needle with my fingers but that only unblocked it for a few seconds, so each time that happened, I ended up disassembling and cleaning the airbrush thoroughly, which takes a long time. Then I mixed more thinner in and put the paint back in the cup, and tried again and... again it blocked up after 10 seconds. It was quite frustrating! But I'm going to try to thin the paints even more and see if that helps!... Do you thin varnishes to get them through this airbrush?
Happy to help mate - ask away! It sounds like the pint is too thick. High pressure with bigger compressors will push the paint out even if a little thicker but at lower pressures you need to thin it. Even with my more expensive airbrush I paint at about 25psi so still thin down the paint. I find the black primer thins down great but the ghost grey primer I use I find is sometimes a little “rubbery” if that makes sense. I take an old bottle and premix some thinned down primer so I always have a bottle ready to use rather than trying to get it right each time I prime. Varnish I tend to thin a little but not so much.
@@BlackJackLegacy Thank you! I'll try thinning more... Looks like I'm back to miniature painting 101... "THIN YOUR PAINTS"... Airbrush painting with a portable compressor 101? "THIN YOUR PAINTS EVEN MORE" :-P
I made this video a little while back about thinning paints for airbrushing - ruclips.net/video/oNVOr-cOJDM/видео.html - see if that helps to visually give you some tips
Thanks for watching folks - hope you enjoyed it. Here's the link to the airbrush I reviewed in the video -
-- UK - amzn.to/3hWS2VP
Lol their fast is £40 already ! I'll keep an eye on it. Sub £32 I'll bite. I have a cheap airbrush but its too awkward to get in and out to prime a few models.
This might be a decent solution.
Have a look around Amazon or eBay too and I’m sure there’ll be other options around the £30 price. That’s why I showed it in the video so folks don’t think I’m being click bait! 👍🏼
@@BlackJackLegacy That makes sense. The prices jump around like a rat in a jar !!
@blackJack Legacy can you recommend a good black paint for this airbrush ?
£48 now. I think I might wait and see if there any in the January sales. Thanks for the video it was very helpful.
Quick tip for all airbrushes (spray guns), get a bottle of mineral oil. Use it to lubricate the needle (and thus, the internal seals) occasionally. I usually just dip the tip of the needle in, enuf to get a drop on the end, then use my fingers to coat the needle in a THIN layer. Helps keep the trigger action and paint flow smooth, as well as preserving the seals for longer use. It's a cheap alternative to proprietary lubes and is non reactive (won't cause fisheyes or delamination) with most paints or clears I've (or other professionals) ever put thru an AB or full sized spray gun for automotive or illustration painting (from inks to 2 part polyurethane clears). One bottle will likely last a lifetime. You can find it in the pharmacy section in most stores.
Great tip = thanks for sharing
Clicked on the link and Amazon had it at £40, this is just six days after the review. The other review for the last "cheap" airbrush was £60 rather than £30. I think Amazon are watching your reviews and putting the price up!
They're on ebay for much cheaper. Lot more competition on ebay than Amazon, so you'll see highly competitive pricing there
Other similar design is going for US$20+ only.. works just as well
been using one of those for a year now, painted five 1/24 car kits with it, working fine so far
I got a very similar kit which came with a dual action brush for my students to experiment with. It’s not bad and the fact that it’s quiet is great. The low pressure does mean that there is a steep learning curve regarding how things your paints need to be.
With it being so cheap it removes the pressure/fear of not being able to use it properly.
Thx a lot for the review! This airbrush might be something for me. No hobbyroom, painting at night, children sleeping, cheap and just for some priming 😀
That’s exactly where I think this is perfect. My little boys bedroom is right next to my hobby room so that’s how I use it.
@@BlackJackLegacy Is this okay with no ventilation if using acrylics?
10/10 this airbrush kit was great for my Warhammer40k miniatures it gave be glowing eyes and great priming
I got 1 from my wife and son as a X'mas gift. Just fyi the batt run time when fully charged is around 30mins and they bought it at the local art store for around USD65.00
This is great because I live in the barracks and my old set up back home would've been too loud. And this is nice and small to maximize space.
Brilliant review! I own a full airbrush which I keep in the garage. This could be handy to keep in a drawer by my painting desk for a quick and unexpected priming session :)
It’s great for little spot jobs like that. Things like varnishing outdoors or just priming small bits.
I just got one the other day for £30.99 off eBay having seen an ad on farcebook for them (which is probably a scam and why I didn't buy directly from the linked site) and as a complete airbrush novice, I can't fault it. I bought it blind without reading any reviews about them, so this is me now looking up reviews after the event hoping I didn't make a mistake.
I got it mainly to touch up damaged areas of clear or tinted lacquer on saxes as the thinned down lacquer can be applied, feathered, cut and blended into the rest of the surrounding lacquer far more evenly and seamlessly than using a paintbrush and dries much quicker too. I've also been using it just with neat isopropyl or acetone to both clean the nozzle and cup while in situ and to degrease internal screw threads, small electric motors and whatnot.
Mine also has two additional larger capacity clear plastic reservoirs included with it as the small cup needs filling up frequently when using it on full blast. I could fit a hose for it to use for compression testing for leaks as it's a conveniently sized and ultra portable compressor. The instruction sheet lists the various thread sizes which is good.
Here's the link: www.ebay.co.uk/itm/383674041141
thought about getting this just weathering. maybe to add a dust effect to some vehicles with how it sprays
Must say it's very interesting to see the painting methods of minis and 40k stuff. I mainly work on 1:1 props and the level of detail achieved on stuff so small is mind boggling to me 😂
Seems like a good first time purchase for new airbrush users and handy to have as quick to use back up airbrush. Thanks for the review.
I think it’s great for someone who just needs one for priming or the odd bit of terrain making and won’t get the benefit of spending £100’s on a full kit and good brush. I’ve used it way more often than I imagined I would.
@@BlackJackLegacy that's a very good point.
Waiting for Amazon to deliver one of these today, as it goes. Filled and rubbed down my old lime green Gameboy shell ready for some rattle can primer and Createx pearlised blue. All my painting gear is over me dad's and I have a baby at home so bringing the compressor and stuff over here is a no-no and due to lockdown, going over me dad's for a painting sesh is a no-no. So seeing that these battery powered ones are alright has brought me a bit of relief! Cheers mate, I'm subbed!
Thanks mate. Yeah these won’t be as good for fancy details and stuff but for basic priming and basecoats they’ll do exactly what you need.
Strongly considering getting one of these to airbrush Gundam armour panels.
I've had one of these for a little over a year. Got it to try airbrushing without breaking the bank or taking up too much space.
The only thing I've noticed is that it is slowly winding time in battery life and recently the on/off switch has been persnickety. Aside from that, value from money on all accounts!
I've just bought this todo my weathering on my model railway stock so hopefully it will be okay todo that
Thanks for reviewing it, that'll come in handy!
You’re welcome.
I got one and have used it for a year now. Mine has 2 his of run time and can be used with a plug while charging. If it has the C USB, you can use it while charging... I like it. The brush itself is a single action, but I put a Bible action on it and use the other for backup.
I never had much success airbrushing with mine, but i do use it for blowing the resin off of my resin-prints before cleaning them. I also use it for blowing the cleaning fluid off my prints as well. For these jobs, it was really good, until recently. Now the on/off switch wont work, and I can't see any way to get into it and repair it.
I think there's a hole in the market for someone selling the compressor on it's own. That would be an absolute game changer for conventions and games days for a lot of people.
Thanks for the video mate, it's great to see that you try what we dont really know if it's worth it or not and show us the reality to help. Glad you have compared to the other cheap compressor from the other day too😊
You’re welcome mate. There’s some items where folks will tell you that you need the most expensive stuff however for lots of us “hobbyists” something good enough will do the basic tasks we need.
@@BlackJackLegacy absolutely, and we'll have time to level up for better ones once we have tried if we like and we want to learn more. Moreover, in my case appart from the economic issue (that is also important as to many others) is that I have no space for big things so even if I had money I have no room for those and if for priming (which is mostly what I will need this for) works well enough I think it is the way to go for now. So thanks Andy!
Nice timing on this one, because I got one of these as a gift and I’m new to airbrush so I’ve been binging all sorts of videos. Mine looks exactly like yours but it’s a double action and looks like it cost closer to $50-$60, but what little of it I’ve had time to use I can say it’s probably exactly as you say besides the double action trigger. It’s a nice little kit and seems very beginner friendly, the high price point has always kept me away from these.
I have seen more expensive double action ones which sound even better. I think as long as you're not expecting to compare it to a $400 kit you'll be pleasantly surprised with just how much you CAN do with them.
Contrast paints are super thin. Would this be effective with low psi?
Yeah 100%. Washes and contrasts will fly through it.
thanks for the info i am not into air brushing but looks like a cool item to have just to slap down a coat over a solder joint or small weld
Really enjoyed this mate,ideal for a beginner like me
It’s not perfect by any stretch but it does the basics well enough to be useful.
Belatedly, congratulations on hitting 10k subs. Very well deserved.
Thanks mate.
This was a great video just picked one up as I needed something to do basecoats quickly and spray paints can't be shipped to Ireland
Been thinking about a cheap Airbrush to prime some of my larger models. Collecting dark eldar requires many Raiders & Venoms so a cheap alternative like this 1 seems to be the one. I'll most likley only be using it to prime a model and cover larger areas of armour. Thanks for the honest review.
I use one of these for painting slot cars and it works great.
Great to hear other folks finding them useful too 👍🏼. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Love. Buy. This
I might have to give this a try for in the house undercoating and base coating.
At 5.53 in your video you talk about the £30 airbrush and compressor, would you have a link for that please 🙏 thanks for the video
Here you go - ruclips.net/video/rOmbSyILS2g/видео.htmlsi=q7EDkl_C4OtIaC-y
Fascinating. I have been seeing this airbrush and always assumed it was rubbish, but seems it has some merit. Thanks
I did too. I just assumed it would be garbage and I’d send it back but get a review out of it however I’ve kept it and used it quite a bit over the last couple of months.
I’ve been looking for a beginner friendly airbrush for painting fishing lures. Looks like this may work out for me!
I bought one because I have an airbrush but needed an airbrush that was portable and could be used where there was no power outlet. I aquatint the wireless airbrush to aerosol cans that will save you money in the long run. It is very nice and useful
Good review buddy, I have had a look and you review it as single action but it's advertised as double action on amazon. Worth noting if anyone else looks into these.
It does say double action on Amazon but it’s wrong. It’s definitely single action only.
U know what, i did subscribe and i would like to see you paint a army with this. I like u. Good work :)
Yeah more airbrush reviews please! Don't know why but this is great lol
Hey thanks gor this. I have made 1 model and ready to paint. I havnr got much money so this video really has helped
I have the very similar Aldi one, same really, it's ok but your paint has to be water thin, not milk thin or it will clog the nozzle quickly.
I've got 2 of these, they're so convenient
Do you recommend?
Thanks, really interesting review.
You’re very welcome.
Thank you. I’ve been debating buying this or the other one you reviewed recently. I’m interested in which between this and the compressor version you would say was better. Regards Aaron
I the end of this video I gave a little explanation of which I’d recommend however as prices seem to be all over the place at the moment I’d say if you’re just doing basic priming etc the cheapest one will be the best but if prices are equal I’d recommend the one with the separate compressor as I think it’s a little better overall.
Ty ill try that.
I never used it yet,i just put water in to see if it works its new never used.i took it apart like you did and the needle would not come out i pulled hard but didn't want to break it.
It sounds like maybe the needle is just stuck then. When you pull back on the trigger can you see the needle top retracting back? If not then it sounds stuck - just try soaking it to release it
This was exactly the review I was looking for, along with your other cheap airbrush vid! Just want to dip my toe in to get smoother priming and basecoats for custom action figures. Really useful info. Thanks!
Green Stuff World has one. Well, we'll see if you use yours frequently. Maybe on Hollyday?
I’ve had it for 2 months and I use it quite a bit for priming, small quick highlights and putting varnish on. I’m using it more than I thought I would that’s for sure.
The GSW rebranded one is more expensive and doesn't come with an airbrush
Ok so with both reviews I guess the first one you reviewed seems abit better for the money as you get a bigger kit now.
This one seems fine but from what I am told duel action is better.
Dual action means you can control air flow and paint flow at the same time. It’s better if you have a good quality airbrush as the cheaper ones have little airflow control and act like more of an on/off switch. If you’re trying to paint to a high standard with an airbrush ignore these and spend £200+ on a compressor and good airbrush however if you just want to prime and basecoat don’t be tricked into thinking you need to spend that same money.
Sometimes you just need to basics to get the basics done.
Thanks for the video - really helpful.
You’re welcome.
1:39 "A Little quieter than a hair dryer" *16 Decibels difference whilst 10 db causes the hearable sound to double in Volume.*
I've been looking at one of these for ages. cheers for doing a video.
Very cool option thanks
Got one myself. Not a bad cheap airbrush.
They do the basics good enough - sometimes good enough is all you need 👍🏼
Another top airbrush video Andy! How about your spray booth setup? 👀 😉
Thanks mate - yeah that’s a great shout.
Great video 👍 do they do a siphon feed?
I haven't seen one but they may do.
Although you only mentioned an adapter, could you explain which connection adapter would be required if using a better airbrush? For a beginner like me I wouldn't have a clue of where to begin to figure it out.
Great review - thanks.
Have you tried the dual action trigger type set?
Not a bad bit of kit by the looks of it for those who want to try airbrushing without breaking the bank . Could see it still getting use even if you upgrade , the lower pressure would be great for inks.
I honestly bought it just to review as I thought it would make a great video but i've used it for more odd jobs than I thought I would even though I have other options.
Bit late but as a total beginner to an airbrush, do you need a cleaning pot? Csn it be taken apart for cleaning inside the airbrush? And by saying it’s low pressure and can’t do detail work, what could you mean by detail work? Something like OSL?
And why do we need to take out the air valve? Sorry for the basic questions but thanks in advance 😅
Awesome video!
Glad you enjoyed it mate.
Really surprised by this Andy! Totally expected it to be awful but this looks like it'd be a great option for folks who are on the road a lot.
For travel - it’s perfect. It’s god great uses outside of hobbying too but for us it’s a great addition for a relatively low cost.
Hey BlackJack Legacy, would you mind doing another video on this (now a few months further since purchase), on :
- how is it working now (is it still working ? )
- a bit more detail on how much you thin the paint etc ??
I bought similar product (not the same, but it's pretty much 99% identical), and I'm struggling a bit with the tool clogging a bit even when having the paint thinned down a lot. It usually works quite well for first 5 - 10 minutes, and then it's an uphill battle of cleaning it almost every small mini I'm trying to prime with it (or do a zenithal ).
Very cool video :) I may even invest in one and give airbrushing a go
I’ve been really surprised with these cheaper units. It’s a great inexpensive way to give it a go.
so after 2 years is the airbrush still running or did it brake down fast? just asking because i am thinking of buying one like this since a compressor is clunky and takes to much place to store :)
Mine still works. It doesn’t get used constantly as I have a full size compressor too but it does get used for smaller jobs. Mines been fine.
So how would you use a dual action airbrush w. this? (Sorry - didn't understand what you were saying w. removing the air valve. If removing that will it enable me to use dual action or will it never be able?)
Normally with an airbrush you have a dual action. Pushing down controls the airflow and pulling back controls the paint flow hence dual action. With this one blocking off the air completely will put a build up of back pressure on the compressor as it has no auto switch off or tank to fill. Therefore it’s recommended to use a single action airbrush which is paint flow only and the air can flow freely all the time.
You can remove the valve to make it single action and suitable with this compressor or you can fit it back in and use with a bigger compressor with a pressure switch off in the future.
Ack! It’s £40 now. Or £55 for the red one!
Have a look on eBay - they’re still £30 there
try aliexpress tons of m for a bargain, its all the same.
I’m just starting airbrushing. And I’m looking for a cheap airbrush. Is it possible to upgrade the brush with a cord for more flexibility?
You can - just as long as your cord has the right screw fitting. I’ve done it with mine.
Would these be good enough just to do the zenithal priming? And maybe base coating a layer after? Worried about having the same effect as a rattle can does with the specks
Managed to pick this up in red on eBay for £15
Great video Andy. As a newbie airbrusher would you recommend this or the other cheap mains one?
Space and noise aren't really an issue, but do like the portability of this one.
For priming and base coating only do you see much of a difference in coverage between the two?
Hi Toby. I think over all if you can get them both for the same price the mains powered one is probably better quality however the price seems to be climbing so if the battery one is cheaper I think you'd still enjoy using the battery one. For the basic priming and basing there's little, if anything, to distinguish from the finish
@@BlackJackLegacy thanks, I've gone for the battery one as it was £28 on eBay. The mains one was £38 but the battery one gives me more options as a beginner (where I can use it, noise levels etc).
thanks for sharing!!! what brands of colors are those? . thanks
Does it work with acrylic paint like angelus ?
that’s what i am wondering did you ever find out?
I bought it amd loved it,although I used it to paint 6 inch figures I was very happy with it, añthough it no longer sprays paint, have you run with this issue? I did the deep clean, maybe I assembled it wrong?
If the paint isn’t coming out then it’s normally a blockage in the small nozzle. Even when you think you’ve cleaned it (and sometimes because cleaning it dislodges bits of dried paint) some can get stuck in the nozzle. Double check this as if no paints coming through generally that’s the issue.
@@BlackJackLegacy nope, even changed the noozle, did wome testing, I think I may have unaligned something because now the paint cup starts bubbling but I still check to remove any cloth
If it’s bubbling it’s because there’s a blockage somewhere and the air is blowing back into the cup. The same thing happens if you put your finger over the end and stop the air coming out. Maybe your needle is bent. Try rolling it on a table and see if it’s straight or bent. A bent needle will block the nozzle too.
What do you think about using this for small (Hot Wheels sized) diecast restorations with single colors?
Hi just stumbled on this and looks ideal for me, never owned or used an airbrush and I just really want to use it for base coats and possibly varnish finish, how’s it holding up? Also do they still sell these?
As soon as i used it i noticed paint was splattered and i disassembled it, as soon as i seen the pieces i noticed the problem, the nuzzle was broken and the rubber ring was split in 2, went to ask reposition parts to the seller, and he basically said that was not his problem, even though it came already broken.
Is the mini compressor compatible with a better quality gun?
It can be as long as you have the correct connection threads. I’ve tried it with other airbrushes and it worked well.
@@BlackJackLegacy is there a specific name for the threats are there different sizes..I literally know nothing about airbrushing ..I just got into making dioramas ..I'm basically teaching myself with RUclips videos but since I don't have a lot of money I find ways to get the same effects with stuff I have laying around as they get in the videos with the proper tools but it always take longer then it would with the proper tools ..I manage to shade and add weathered effects with just a brush but I've learned there are some stuff you can do with a airbrush you can't do with a brush no matter how I rig it. Anyway I'm rambling . I'm trying to find the cheapest compressor and gun that preforms well. If u know of any I'd appreciate it
I ordered this aswell because im new to Airbrush and my Comrades would kill me if i take a loud compressor with me into the barracks
Amazing review :) Have you seen any kit better than this but still being silent and rechargeable ?
got mine from E bay (haonan wen) £32.98 and i got it in 2 days and its perfect
Would this be something I could use to paint fog on a canvas painting?
I want this for car paint. I don't have one of these. Is this going to be possible. Not sure on how cleaning would work.
Great video, went and bought one! What ratio do you use for thinning? I tried a 1:1 but that seemed to make it a little too runny
Its hard to recommend ratios as a lot depends on the type of paint you start with but if its too runny just try adding a little more paint. Better to start runny and thicken it up than start thick and clog the airbrush.
@@BlackJackLegacy thanks for the reply, il keep trying :)
I am looking for an airbrush to paint rc car bodies. Would this handle painting larger areas or is it only suitable for tiny models as sown in the video?
Can the pump continue working while plugged into the charger?
Yes it can - I’ve done this with a USB battery pack.
@@BlackJackLegacy Thanks. Seriously considering getting back into model building for the first time since I was a kid and this may be the way to go for me.
Mate I just bought this I was playing with the screw at the back to adjust the spray. I cleaned it out with water,I'm watered down acrylic paint. Went to use the next colour and it would only spray air, and I only had enough of that colour to do what I needed. Ahh any ideas ?
Try pushing the needle all the way forward and tighten the screw at the back. It sounds as though the needle isn’t pulling back and letting the paint out.
I am pretty sure this is the model I have, mine stopped working after the first time, thought I must have clogged it up so took it apart to give it a good clean...now I can't get the nozzle back on, am I doing something wrong
How do these handle alcohol and lacquer based paint? I have been wanting to pick one up just for that.
Do you think this would be OK to paint some pearl ghost flames on my project in planning?
Would this be precise enough to do necrons weapon glow or even eye glow?
Hey man thanks for the video. Do you think it’d be okay to roughly highlight space marines power armour?
Absolutely - I painted a full army using this airbrush with a basecoat colour and a lighter highlight airbrushed from above.
@@BlackJackLegacy thanks for getting back to me so soon! Just bought one through the link so looking forward to getting started on some minis with it :)
@@BlackJackLegacy so it arrived today! As soon as I press the white button to turn it on, air immediately flows out of the nozzle regardless of whether I have my finger on the trigger - is this what it should be doing? Is that what single action means? I really appreciate your help! 😁
Yes that right. It will be air but no paint. The paint only comes out as you pull back on the trigger. That’s why it’s single action. Dual action will allow you to control air and paint flow.
Hi can you use a hose in between compare and air brush?. Thanks
I've not tried it but I assume if the connections fit you could.
Just got one of these airbrushed. The paint will not come out. Air comes out but no paint from the hopper. I have fully charged it there seems to be some kind of blockage. Any ideas?
Ok a few things to check. First up only fill it with water - if it sprays ok there’s no blockages. If it doesn’t remove the cup (if you can) and strip down the needle and nozzle and clean it.
If the water goes through fine it’s likely your paint is too thick. You need to thin it down more as this will stop it flowing through.
Hope that helps. I have a video on cleaning the airbrush if you need help with that.
@@BlackJackLegacy Thanks cleaned it out with water took it to bits and put it back together again and it is now working fine. Thanks for your help.
You’re very welcome
Hey did you replace the needle on this yet? My needle broke and no generic needles seem to fit/work and the nozzle is also unique so can't be changed over?
This is a Dual Action Airbrush, not a single action mate. Single Action airbrush has no trigger to pull back and control paint flow.
This is a single action airbrush as it doesn’t control airflow - it only controls paint flow. A dual action controls both air and paint. I know the ones you mean however it isn’t specific to wether it controls air only or paint only. It’s the fact it only controls one of the two that makes it single action.
@@BlackJackLegacy Really? I have never seen an airbrush that allows you to control airflow with a trigger. That is the purpose of having a regulator on your compressor that allows you to control the psi. Single action airbrushes have a trigger that only moves in one direction..up and down...not forwards and backwards. If you know of an airbrush that allows you to control airflow with the trigger then please let me know.
All dual action air brushes let you control air flow with the trigger. You push down to allow the air to flow and the more you press it the more air flows - you then pull back to allow the paint to flow and the further you pull back the more paint flows.
The air pressure can be controlled by the regulator on the compressor but the amount of flow is controlled by pressing on the trigger.
These are pretty standard and every dual action airbrush I’ve bought has worked like this.
@@BlackJackLegacy You must have a very sensitive finger to be able to control airflow as most airbrushes including Iwatas have simple on/off air valves under the trigger if you look at the technical drawings. I have managed to control airflow with the trigger myself but find the regulator a much better way of managing airflow.
In any case you've made a great video, I was really impressed with the quality of your camera shots/lighting and audio.
On my cheaper ones it is pretty much an on off switch however I have a more expensive H&S one and there’s a lot more control. Thanks for the very kind words on the video too 👍🏼
Never tried using a airbrush but how much ventilation do you need for something like this and do you wear a mask ?
I use a spray booth which has extraction but lots don’t. Acrylic paints aren’t too bad but if you’re using anything oil based a mask or ventilation would be worth it.
@@BlackJackLegacy oil based does not agree with me even in slightest the old humbrol paint used to stop me breathing
I’ve just bought one of these and it arrives today although it’s a different type to yours I think and I’ve never used or had one before so I’m curious to see it in action I’ll be using it for priming and varnishing primarily at least until I get used to it, not sure about cleaning it though so what would you recommend?
I’ve got this same model, looks identical, but mine is dual action. One problem I have been getting is tip drying. It may be because I’m still learning to use it, but I am being careful to always put out air at the beginning and end, rather than stop while there’s paint coming out...
The advice I’m finding everywhere is that due to the very low psi, I need to thin the paints a lot more than I think I should. Vallejo surface primer seems to not like that very much, but I see you used it fine in your video. How much do you thin your primer? And did you get any issues with tip drying when using this airbrush to spray varnish?
First off just checking your compressor stops automatically when you’re not pressing down on the trigger. If it doesn’t then that’s where a lot of these cheaper ones burn out - that’s why the instructions say single action only.
As for thinning I use Vallejo air brush thinner and I thin down primers and paints even when they say air paints. I find they perform better when a little thinner, give less blocks and go on great. Dry tips tend to be when you’re really lightly pulling back on the needle to let a small amount of paint through and the air flow drys the paint before it sprays. This can happen if the paint is a little thicker too. It’s not always an issue as long as you just keep an eye on it and wipe the tip as you go but thinning further would help.
@@BlackJackLegacy Wow, that was a quick reply!
It definitely stays on (as in, makes noise) even when I'm not pushing on the trigger. Then air comes out when I push on the trigger (not gradually, though, definitely on-off... not sure if it's supposed to be gradual... from the way people are using airbrushes in tutorials I guess not). But I switch it off when I'm not actively painting, so I think it's going to be okay burn-out wise.
I must be getting something wrong when spraying the Vallejo Surface Primer though. At one point, it was basically getting blocked up every 10 seconds or so, which made it very frustrating. And when it "blocks up", there's still paint coming out but very little, so I am guessing the diagnosis for that is dry/blocked up tip. I tried just cleaning the needle with my fingers but that only unblocked it for a few seconds, so each time that happened, I ended up disassembling and cleaning the airbrush thoroughly, which takes a long time. Then I mixed more thinner in and put the paint back in the cup, and tried again and... again it blocked up after 10 seconds.
It was quite frustrating! But I'm going to try to thin the paints even more and see if that helps!...
Do you thin varnishes to get them through this airbrush?
Happy to help mate - ask away!
It sounds like the pint is too thick. High pressure with bigger compressors will push the paint out even if a little thicker but at lower pressures you need to thin it. Even with my more expensive airbrush I paint at about 25psi so still thin down the paint.
I find the black primer thins down great but the ghost grey primer I use I find is sometimes a little “rubbery” if that makes sense. I take an old bottle and premix some thinned down primer so I always have a bottle ready to use rather than trying to get it right each time I prime.
Varnish I tend to thin a little but not so much.
@@BlackJackLegacy Thank you! I'll try thinning more...
Looks like I'm back to miniature painting 101... "THIN YOUR PAINTS"...
Airbrush painting with a portable compressor 101? "THIN YOUR PAINTS EVEN MORE" :-P
I made this video a little while back about thinning paints for airbrushing - ruclips.net/video/oNVOr-cOJDM/видео.html - see if that helps to visually give you some tips
Next time you do an loudness measurement remeber: 1m distance to the source!