Testing The Iwata Eclipse HP-CS - Is This The Best All Around Airbrush For Model Building??

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[@mehusla]

Yea, great and instructive review, Rex. I’m 73 and just returned to modelling after decades of absence. Decided to treat myself to this Eclipse to kick-start things. Im delighted with it and your review is a real encouragement. :)

[@ProspectorsGhost]

I'm a 72 year old Military Veteran. I wish to Thank You for the great Review of the IWATA Eclipse HP-CS. My wife and I have watched many, many of your KZbin Video's on Airbrushing. They are great and we both compliment you in all your great airbrushing reviews. In fact you might say we both are hooked on you and your review videos, bar none. In Retirement I dabble with airbrushing as a hobby in order to have something to do in my old age. I have been wanting to upgrade my airbrush to a higher quality airbrush. So far all I've ever had and been able to afford have been the cheaper airbrushes. The last one I purchased was a cheap Master airbrush. Even that one I have not been happy with. So I've been looking at reviews of different higher priced airbrushes. A lot of different airbrush artists seem to praise the IWATA Eclipse HP-CS in their reviews. Well that praise now includes you and your own review as well. Yes, after watching many reviews of all the different air brushes available upon the market by different airbrush artists I've now chosen to purchase the IWATA Eclipse HP-CS as my next airbrush as nothing else will do. But unfortunately, it will again have to wait a few years as a low-income retirement pay just doesn't go very far after the bills are paid and other necessary household items have been purchased. As they always say, "Bills and necessary expenses first, luxury items and hobby equipment maybe eventually". So with that said and unless a miracle occurrs and/or I win the lottery it will be an almost impossiblity to save up enough funds to purchase an IWATA Eclipse HP-CS even from our local Hobby Lobby store. But I can at least dream on. Oh well, so much for dreams, aren't they great even if they very seldom ever come true. May all of your own dreams come true, and GOD Bless You in all your endeavors thoughout your life. Anyway Rex, Thank You for your wonderful great review of the IWATA Eclipse HP-CS as well as for all of your other wonderful great reviews of other airbrush paint and equipment. Again, my wife and I both Thank You Sir for a job well done on all your review video's.

[@donwheeler1683]

I bought my Eclipse back in 2009? and have never used it yet!!! But, with instructions from your channel, I've now got a nice booth, accessories and most importantly, knowledge to use it correctly. I'm a model railroader, so painting details, figures and custom builds, I'm now set to more enjoy my hobby!!! Glad I got the right airbrush from the start! Mine came with a .35 nozzle and I've ordered a .5 also.

[@lifeinjersey9846]

Honestly despite the Iwata being expensive it is probably the best airbrush you can get. The amount of control and the quality it just can't be matched

[@Gundumb_guy]

Idk man the harder and Steinbeck’s are stupid nice! Expensive af but everyone says they are top notch

[@barbatosrex9473]

I agree with you on that. The H&S seems to be in a league of their own

[@Gundumb_guy]

@@barbatosrex9473 yea I’ll own one some day! But honestly I’ll probably try to grab this eclipse next. Looks like it’s perfect for gunpla and it gets tight enough for pre/post shading

[@bullwinkle7542]

I will be also doing illustrations in addition and some experts are having to modify trigger responses with H &S iwata seems to need nothing

[@modelerjerry5119]

Thanks for the review Rex. As I watch I will say I've been happy with my HP-CS. User friendly and easy to clean. Easy to bump up to a .50 needle/nozzle setup too.

[@johnrandecker8063]

The Eclipse was my first airbrush 7 or 8 years ago. I bought that same package at Hobby Lobby with a 40% off coupon, so I figured it was a pretty good deal. I'm happy i started with a quality brush and didn't need to fight issues with the airbrush as I was learning to use it. One thing to note is that the needle packing is farther back behind the cup than I think the Badgers have it, so it helps to get a pipe cleaner in behind the cup when cleaning it out. Those interdental brushes don't reach far enough. I do that after every painting session and haven't had a problem with it.

[@admiralcag]

My model club uses Eclipses to teach kids how to airbrush. Easy to clean and can stand up to abuse. Damn near bullet proof. I love my Eclipse!

[@philsipad]

I have a gravity feed HP-C Plus and a bottle feed HP-BCS. Let me tell you they are the best bar none. I used to own cheap Paasche and Badger - they sucked. They needed wax for the nozzle and they spitted and hard to clean. The two Iwatas I abuse by spraying all kinds of harsh stuff like lacquer and acrylics. Rarely need to lubricate the air trigger, never had a seal failed, I bent the needle tip once and just bent it right back and sprayed like new. Top quality material and after twenty years still look like new.

[@wingkuenwong7187]

badger是垃圾筆,我支150為了配件維修已浪費很多金錢,密封又差,早知一早用岩田噴筆,

[@cacworks3806]

Agree100% I use one for automotive work , love it just bought a second one

[@heathjohnson4486]

I have this same airbrush. No complaints after 5 models worth of spraying. I find the control button/lever very comfortable. Feels and performs like a quality made tool.

[@ITAmich]

Just got one myself, it's amazing, it doesn't even compare with my previous cheap airbrush.

[@LemurKrazy]

Have an unopened HP-CS that I haven't got to using yet. Totally agree about the 105 and thanks for the explaining the coloured needles. Have all 3 sizes as well but only ever used the blue. My 105 came in a production bundle with an Anthem 155 and the detail set - both are needle/nozzle compatible.

[@lonewolf9390]

Recently purchased an Iwata Neo. So far, I have no complaints about it.

[@powersmodelgarage]

Just bought one. Perfect timing for this video. Cant wait to run some paint through it this weekend

[@peterpeter5666]

Same

[@Johnny_Electronic]

Thanks for another great review. I love my CS. The E3 is a 0.35 needle and the air brush can be converted to use a 0.5 needle. I ended up getting a Revolution with a 0.5 needle so I can cover all my needs with out switching parts. I've been using about 20 psi for Acrylics and Lacquers but you can go up to 55 psi with it. I've not tried enamels yet.

[@RCrawlerLeon]

So he decided better to buy the revolution that comes with the 0.5 needle, how does the revolution airbrush work, the bad thing is that I already bought the 0.5 needle and some of the accessories, but the sales agent who assisted me told me that I needed to buy one Part that did not come in the online sales catalog. and now I don't know if it's true or not

[@Johnny_Electronic]

@@RCrawlerLeon The issue I had with the CS is that it is a pain to swap needles. You can't just swap the needle you need a new needle, nozzle, and nozzle cap. I wanted a .5 available for primers and gloss coats so went with the Revolution. I was looking at a variety of airbrushes but decided to stay with Iwata. The Revolution works great, same action as CS and gets great coverage where I don't need the fine detail. Here are the three parts from the Iwata manual for the E5 needle conversion Nozzle Cap: I6021 Nozzle: I6041 Needle: I6171

[@RCrawlerLeon]

@@Johnny_Electronic I am considering acquiring another Eclipse to have one mounted with the 0.5 needle and the other as it comes from the factory, consider buying the Revolution from Japan, but it already costs me the same as the Eclipse bought in my country, and surely I would even have import tax to pay. Saludos

[@Johnny_Electronic]

@@RCrawlerLeon Yeap, in that case I'd do the same. For me the Revolution was about $40-50 less than the Eclipse. I love the Eclipse and for me it is easier to clean than the Revolution. Might do what you are doing in the future.

[@Gundumb_guy]

That n97 super glue in the background is probably the best damn ca flue I’ve ever used! It stays upright and the little needle attachments let you get into anywhere yet don’t get easily clogged.

[@barbatosrex9473]

Great to know. They sent it to me to test

[@mylesjohnson7351]

I use the hp-cs it’s a great all around airbrush it works for models art shoes basically whatever you want except for extreme fine detail like hair

[@MangyForestCat]

That PSI recommendation is for their own specific “Madea” line of paints Their airbrush paints are made for other substrates. Canvas and cotton shirts and stuff. It works fine for plastic but not going to be as strong as dedicated hobby paints.

[@Deadmau5l]

I got my Iwata hp-cs last week and honestly its been the best purchase for awhile

[@cdude665]

Thanks for the video, just ordered mine from hobby lobby in mass. Excited to give her a rip

[@barbatosrex9473]

Great airbrush, smart purchase

[@aftabenty7939]

Thanks for the informative review. I have had a Paasche H that I just was about to start using that I had purchased over 15 years ago, and wife surprised me with a Bday gift of the hp-cs after she saw me watching your review. So really thank you, and her 😀.

[@Zodacknight]

I love the eclipse. I have a HP-CS converted to .5. a Takumi Eclipse with the .3, and a I just recently splurged on a Takumi Custom Micron.

[@RCrawlerLeon]

What accessories did you purchase to upgrade your Eclipse Iwatta to 0.5mm? GRacias!!

[@Zodacknight]

@@RCrawlerLeon I reached out to TAG Team Hobbies and the owner put together a package for it. It’s the needle, nozzle, and one or 2 other prices.

[@bhop.builds]

I've had my HP-BS (small cup version) for at least 20 years. It still works like new even though some of the chrome has worn off the inside of the paint cup. If I would've bought the larger paint cup CS version back in the day, it would probably still be my main airbrush. I just didn't know at the time how limiting the smaller cup would be, and it was cheaper... but anyway, I have a Revolution when I need a larger needle, and i've recently started using a Procon Boy 289 as my main airbrush, and it does feel kinda similar, but the trigger doesn't feel as nice as the Eclipse. If it weren't for the mac valve on the Procon Boy, I probably would've just gotten an HP-CS to replace the BS, but I wanted that extra adjustability built in to the brush.

[@dcroz93]

Thanks for the review and demo! Very well done. My son is into making fishing lures and ready to move up from my entry level Badger I bought when I was in college - he wants a gravity-feed vs siphon feed like my Badger is. This is the one he thinks he's decided on - great tips here for cleaning so I'll have to make sure he watches this. Glad to see all the comments here as well from people who have had this same airbrush for quite some time and that it's a good one.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I would like to recommend another airbrush which happens to be my favorite. It's the GSI Creos Procon. Made in Japan in the same plant as Iwata by Mr Hobby. Absolutely the same quality with extra features. It's currently on sale now for under $100. Heres the link amzn.to/3JhSlKA

[@dcroz93]

@@barbatosrex9473 thanks for the recommendation! I just watched your review on the Procon - do you suggest that because it's a single action? My son does very well with my double-action Badger. I know some of the fishing lure guys he follows use this Eclipse and recommend it. Appreciate what you do!!

[@barbatosrex9473]

@@dcroz93 it's a double action. You might have watched the wrong video. The link I gave you is their top model double action. It also has a Mac valve that let's you adjust the airflow from the airbrush. I would stear wrong

[@dcroz93]

@@barbatosrex9473 you're right, my bad! I searched your site for a review of the Procon and found the single action review - and didn't double check it against the Amazon link, just assumed it was the same one.

[@SCSuperheavy114]

Been using eclipse for the past 3 years so far the best all around airbrush I’ve owned.

[@mikemiller9023]

Thanks for the informative review. I've got the HP-CS also, and it's been a good airbrush to learn with. It's hard to make a mistake that's not just a simple rookie mistake when the airbrush is just so easy to use. It's definitely good to see someone with some experience put it through the paces and get good consistent results.

[@thatfelladownunder9396]

Great and accurate review. I’ve just come out of a “few year” break from modelling, made sure, as always, my HP-CS was clean when I finished with it, but basically walked out of the man cave and didn’t walk back in until the last few days. Fired up the HP-CS for the first time, in about 4 years, yesterday and it sprayed perfectly, well as perfect as my ability allows. It was like putting on an old sock. I started out with a cheap China airbrush, didn’t persist with that very long before I got the Iwata. It was like stepping out of a Hyundai into a Ferrari. I would recommend this brush to anyone thinking of upgrading from cheap China. It’ll make your day.

[@geroschorch1365]

you're doing hyundai unjustice

[@djangofett4879]

@@geroschorch1365 Hyundai is a reliable car. Ferrari... 🤣 you'll spend more on maintenance in a couple years for the ferrari than you would spend to buy a brand new fully loaded Hyundai. those kind of "supercars" are famously unreliable.

[@MattR58]

Good review. Don't use the Iwata lube it gums up. If you ever have trouble pushing stynylrez warm the bottle in warm water and shake the heck out of it.

[@halfarsemodeler]

Rex, Your review has just put the Eclipse to the top of my want list. You know...put the female half of the quick release on the top of the filter, then all your brushes would benefit from it...just an idea

[@TJRohyans]

I've got a Badger Omni 4000 that does great for fine lines and detail work, but I'm thinking of adding the HP-CS to get more coverage on larger areas. Thanks for the review.

[@jdk492]

Fuck yeah our boi Barbo Rex is at it again!!

[@davenelson8187]

Nice, u got 1st comment!

[@Palanthon]

Just ordered one of these. Was looking for one that had a bigger paint cup. I like my Badger 360 but find I only really use it as gravity feed and it has a very small cup. Thanks for the review.

[@bpb5541]

I have one of these. I love this airbrush!

[@Andy_Yates]

Interesting that there's a recommended pressure range on the airbrush box. I feel like I'd still go with the paint mfr recommendations. For example, I usually see Vallejo recommend 15 to 20psi for airbrushing their colors. Iwata is an industry standard name, I can't say I'm surprised that it performed well. At the same time, I am still happy to see you had a good experience with it 👍

[@kaptkrunchfpv]

The answer is a resounding YES! Ive tried most of the brand name brushes and NOTHING beats the HP-CS, NOTHING! The H&S ultra trigger configuration is a little smoother, but otherwise its no comparison.

[@voodoonights1671]

This is my go to. I have two with different setups. I have other brushes but I stay with these mostly.

[@kellyodom9596]

Thanks for the review, that's the one I'm using and I couldn't be happier, it's a great air brush.

[@adriancota9440]

Keep up the great work Mr Barbados! Cant wait to see your next review .

[@louisliguore7199]

Thanks for the review, I recently purchased an Iwata Eclipse HP-CS and I am very satisfied with the performance. I am one of those people who like to paint with acrylics only, and I would like your recommendation for the best acrylic chrome.

[@wolfman75]

Cool!!!! Great review!!! You go through everything step by step & make it easier to understand!!!! Thank you!!!! Can not wait for your next one!!!!!👍💯😎

[@jenniferwhitewolf3784]

I have been using a HP/BCS .5mm needle with siphon bottle, .. up graded with an adjustable tail piece from the Super Micron series. I have looking for the past few years to add another brush with a .3mm needle for detail work. I won't need the volume capacity of paint on the detail brush, so a top cup will be OK. After looking at SO many others, I think I will end up buying another Iwata like this one you are reviewing, in .3mm and once again, buying the adjustable preset tailpiece from the Super Micron series. I like having the tailpiece to adjust exactly how much paint flow there is, rather than reliance of constant stable finger pull on the trigger. This feature is important when applying weathering and 'dirt' to railroad models, where we need minimal paint flow to lightly mist. My current Iwata with the .5mm does indeed dial down to very small area and very low paint flow, but it is really set up for large area painting of O scale model trains where a top cup is just too small.

[@guyatwood6969]

Great video. Nicely put together and I learned a few things. That was worth the subscription.

[@barbatosrex9473]

Thanks for the sub Guy 👍

[@chrisgraunke9269]

I've got 3, and I can't complain about it at all.

[@DavidRamirez-ww5kv]

Rex, the needle is a 0.35mm on the Iwata Eclipse.

[@IcarusIcarus76]

Another fantastic video! If you have to choose between HP-CS and PS-289 who would you pick as an all around airbrush ?

[@bullwinkle7542]

That’s one of the best line of air brushes made bar none

[@xCarlito]

I'm pretty happy with the HP-CS. I also really like the patriot. But the Iwata is my go to.

[@_J.Collins]

Great review always my friend, I simply adore my Eclipse. It's been my go to for years now. Side note, your mic was picking up some crazy audio with this brush.

[@davidharrington1133]

Just ordered one Rex. Thanks for the review

[@linkpoison5511]

Just ordered this set. Can't wait!!!

[@borgonianevolution]

I know this is a decent airbrush as I have one. Just to let you know, maybe set the camera off to your left side just a bit when showing how it paints. When your up close all we see is the back of your hand and the finished product when you show it. I just borrowed mine from a friend as I just started painting and already I am doing much better lines and more even coatings even with the cheapest of budget paints to waste practicing with.

[@richiek6379]

Hey thanks for another great video. I'll be patiently waiting for any Badger that comes my way! lol

[@jeffdeluca1153]

Yea .35 needle. Great review. Santa just brought me one, must have been a good boy

[@fateweaver9844]

I have this and the Patriot 105. Love both for painting AoS and 40k models. As to you wondering if it's used on cars most of the top car painters in the world use either the CS or HP-C. HP-C is a small upgrade to CS. Basically a more advanced nozzle system. I'd say the Iwata Microns can go toe to toe with H&S. Both are around the same price. Love the shout out to Spray Gunner. It's the only place I get my big name paints.

[@juniorscollection6673]

I'm looking to get an airbrush. I was going to go with this one but at the end he said the patriot 105 is basically the same thing. Would you say they're the same but badger is just cheaper?

[@markoharoldoronearmedpoohb7816]

One day, I will try one, most folks like to love them, very few bad reviews on it!

[@gerardomarca8805]

I like how simple this airbrush looks in comparison to the badgers and the GSI creos

[@DarksouIjah]

I bought the GSI Creos Mr. Procon Boy WA .3mm based on your recommendation and absolutely love it.

[@barbatosrex9473]

It really is a great airbrush. One of my all time favorites for sure. And it's about $60 less than this one making it a great value compared

[@calvin14888]

I have an idea for you it will be interesting to show us how to maintain a healthy compressor. eg. how to drain out the dusty water completely from the compressor.

[@ocsplc]

I bought this airbrush largely based on the widespread acclaim it has, but discovered that it’s not really any better than most of my other brushes. For this price point I just don’t get it. The Neo would be good enough. A Badger Patriot would be good enough as would a Paasche VL. Just my opinion.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I personally agree with you. If you noticed you've never seen me using this airbrush again. After a couple weeks I just didn't see the praise. I gave it to my friend who likes it.

[@coolwheelz5190]

Love the videos! I have learned so much from watching. I just got back to into customizing Hot Wheel last year after a 10 year hiatus and graduated from rattle cans to airbrushing! Every video is like going to class! Where did you get that cool airbrush holder? It looks like it probably came with an airbrush, but can you buy they separately?

[@barbatosrex9473]

It's made by Hobby Mio and I got it from Robot Kai. Unfortunately since I've been showing it in my videos they've been sold out. Everybody wants one 😉

[@coolwheelz5190]

@@barbatosrex9473 Thanks!

[@christinley5213]

these vids are so relaxing and very helpful! I wouldn't know how to use the air brush if it weren't for you..thx:)

[@Jamesasarus1]

Thanks for the video! I have been on the fence between this brush and the badger and this video helped me make a decision (thinking badger). Been using the Gocheer mini airbrush kit off Amazon (on sale for $60 right now). Comes with a .2 .3 and .5 needle all interchangable. In case anyone sees this comment it's a fantastic starter brush to get you into the hobby just to see if it's something you'd like to continue, but the included compressor leaves a lot to be desired. Just think it's time for me to move onto something better. Would love to see a review of the Gocheer for fun to get more people into the hobby.

[@danphilpott6302]

Absolutely awesome content. Thanks so much for doing this!

[@travisgorman517]

Great video mate

[@stevecourtneyscalekustomz2602]

I love my hp-cs, I have it Ryno coated from coast airbrush

[@whatyoumakeofit6635]

What is a Mac valve ?

[@diecastmental]

@Barbatos Rex - could you go into your experiences in-depth on types of paints, like Acrylic vs Enamel etc. And maybe another video going deep on different kinds of glues, maybe some examples on plastics and why some melt with certain glues and such. I have read some things on both but have a hard time of it all sinking in, if I watched somebody like yourself really dig into those two things it would really be a help to me, and I'm sure many other folks!! Anyway, I've been enjoying your videos for a long time now under my old youtube name, cheers.

[@barbatosrex9473]

Sure, I will make a note to produce such a video

[@njcivicwagon1]

Phenomenal review as always. Thanks for sharing

[@kyllerkill]

I’ve never really been a fan of iwata. I know a lot of people rave about them. But I’ve never had great results with them. I prefer my sotar geez tg2 and h+s infinty. But that’s just my experiences.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I do like my H&S and Badger more. I was expecting to be blown away but I wasn't

[@andrewmcdonald793]

Great review and test but i was told by a professional spray painter never put acetone in your airbrush or clean your airbrush with it.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I've been using it for the last 5 years and not one of them is out of service, no chrome finish is damaged and none have bad washers or seals

[@jenniferwhitewolf3784]

I have their moisture trap/filter set up in my air line with a QD on the outlet so that it can go on my other brush too. Besides my Iwata, I use an ancient early 1950s Thayer and Chandler AA. Sadly, its pretty much end of life after decades of use... and the new parts made for it are just too crappy. Back to the filter... I was thinking about putting about a foot or so of air line after it, then having the QD connector. That would take the bulkiness of the filter off the airbrush... It may or may not work well in practice, just an idea to try at this point.

[@fununclenerfs]

Feels like this brush is an ideal upgrade when you've gotten comfortable using that Badger Patriot 105

[@fateweaver9844]

I'd say it's a side grade. Patriot 105 is comparable quality. I like the 105 for Pearl's. Larger nozzle means less clog issues.

[@robertlanders3803]

That was my first double action air brush it lasted me 20 years without changing the needle

[@butchsbasementbuilds6828]

After you've used it a bit more would be interested in which you like better proton boy or eclipse.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I will go over them all at some point for sure

[@TheIcemanModdeler]

I have an Iwata Revolution 0.5 needle, mostly just spray base colors.

[@tomdelaney19464]

That iwata air squeal reminds me of a star wars ty fighter, very distinct noise. Very good review . I'm currently debating on sotar 20-20 for some fine detail... there's a review for you to do,haha

[@kennedygauger4680]

What do you use as the black cap to back flush the Iwata Eclipse? Your videos are very clear and helpful. This was particularly beneficial because you sprayed solvent and water-based paints. Thank you.

[@Swellington_]

I got a neo from hobby lobby and I have zero complaints, fantastic airbrush

[@fateweaver9844]

I would upgrade to this kit. Its 150 at Hobby Lobby. Great beginner airbrush for the price and the paints that come with it you can practice with.

[@normanbayona4636]

really appreciate these reviews. :)

[@stevenanderson236]

Good review Rex. Thank you! Are the iwata o-rings solvent proof?

[@nihren2406]

One of the things I've been nervous about when it comes to airbrushing is the thinning process. Everyone talks about ratio's, add X amount parts thinner to X amount parts paint, and it throws me off. I'm not good at eyeballing that sort of stuff, I need something to help me measure that out. But an airbrush like this that can just push any paint through no problem sounds like a godsend for someone like me. Not to say I wouldn't still try thinning to stretch the lifespan of my paint supply out, but not only would it make Acrylics more of an option whereas I'm currently only looking at Lacquers, but it would save me the effort of figuring out how much thinner I need to use. And if I'm only planning to use that particular paint for a single project, blowing through it and freeing up space wouldn't be the worst thing in the world. The only thing this review didn't tell me, was whether or not the Vallejo Acrylic was durable. I know for other reviews when an Acrylic is tested and thinned, it tends to come off in the tape test, at least if I'm remembering correctly. So I'm curious if, straight out of the bottle, it's more durable.

[@barbatosrex9473]

If you go with Vallejo Mecha Paints then you're good to go. They are super durable and made to take a beating

[@nihren2406]

@@barbatosrex9473 Thanks, that's great to know! I'll have to take a look at Vallejo's colors then.

[@skunkworx7324]

Grab some disposable pipettes (they’re cheap), they have graduation marks so you can easily grab how ever much paint or thinner you’d like to use and makes mixing your ratios super easy.

[@barbatosrex9473]

@@skunkworx7324 love those things, I buy them 500 to 1,000 at a time

[@AMaxX18]

Awesome video. Just got this airbrush last weekend but haven't had the time to trie it out. Also have u heard of Cuttlefish color's?

[@barbatosrex9473]

I haven't heard of them. Do you have a link for me?

[@AMaxX18]

@@barbatosrex9473 ok I've tried multiple times to add the link here but the reply just disappears. I'm guessing it'd a KZbin thing.

[@ppjerry420]

honestly, when i had the hp-cs, it did everything i wanted so well that more expensive airbrushes made no sense to me. if i ever go back to painting kits again, ill still get this one.

[@kristienvar989]

really nice review. thank you for the info

[@christiankinyon2112]

I have all this great equipment thanks to your videos love the work you do but sadly no paint I can’t find any of the paint I need in stock anywhere :(

[@dwightatnorthernstar1820]

Glad you have a good computer again. Nice airbrush, wish you could put a 05 needle in also??. Also a needle stop would be nice...My Krome struggles a little with thicker paints and Stynelrez... Have you noticed Stynelrez has gone up a lot in price? $20+ for the small bottle on Amazon?

[@barbatosrex9473]

Wow, good thing I bought my Stynylrez a year ago. Great primers though

[@fateweaver9844]

Order from Spray Gunner if you live in the US. They are fast and reasonable. You can get 2, 4, 8, and 32oz size. 4oz is $10. 8oz is $20. 32oz is 50 but would do lots and lots of model kits/gunpla

[@TheEnd]

Thanks Rex

[@dtejada1988]

Thanks for the review 😎👍🏼

[@katoguerrero3309]

Thanks for the video informative

[@teekay9228]

Is the HP-CS worth the money? I'm retired and on a fixed income so it would be a big expense for me. I am new to the hobby and can't seem to get an even flow.... my Master $30 air brush keeps clogging up. Would the HP-CS help with this any?

[@treborrrrr]

Regarding the price of Odenkan which you thought was too high. Mecha Empire $6/15mL Odenkan $10.50/35mL (some are just 6.50) Mecha Empire 35mL equivalent = $14 Unless I'm missing something? Maybe enamels are just that more expensive? These were the first prices I could find.

[@barbatosrex9473]

Oden is pre thinned. Mecha isn't so a fully thinned jar of Mecha comes to about $6.10 for 30ml

[@treborrrrr]

@@barbatosrex9473 Ah, alright. Thanks for clarifying :)

[@TigerDurden]

Bought an Iwata Neo the other day and immediately exchanged it after watching this video. Stoked to try out the Eclipse! 😁

[@chrisnoe7439]

I never use the wrench on my eclipse. Finger tighten everything.

[@timsanders4621]

Very nice exhibition.

[@TheIcemanModdeler]

This airbrush can also be converted to a 0.5, turns out the parts from the BCS are compatible with this.

[@johnathanrhoades7751]

This is coming in today. Ran with a cheap no-name airbrush for a few weeks to make sure I wanted to invest and. Yeah. Super looking forward to using this one! I'll still have my cheapo one for running varnishes and the like, but looking forward to the better control with this. Also, have you tried the Pro Acryl primer? I got a bad batch of Stinylrez recently (must have frozen at some point) and found I really like the Pro Acryl primer better. It's just less available...

[@barbatosrex9473]

Yes, I have Pro Acryl primer here. Haven't tested it yet

[@Chipum]

Quick QuestionRobert Did you use all the paints with no mix?

[@CrimsonFlagg]

I hope everyone is having a good day.

[@samuellopez2512]

Man, that looks like it is a really great airbrush...now i can´t decide between the CREOS, the IWATTA and the Patriot lol

[@joscasle19]

CREOS , same quality than iwata, much lower price

[@AdamKummrow5436]

Great review, is this better than the H&S Evolution CR + Two in One airbrush? Im looking at purchasing either one!

[@RCrawlerLeon]

This factory airbrush comes with the 0.35mm needle, are you using this but paint in this session ?. By pure chance you know what parts or accessories must be purchased to upgrade to the 0.5 mm needle. Good Job this aerografo. Tanks