Testing The Gundam Marker Airbrush System By Mr. Hobby

[@smoothcortex]

Keep it up buddy. These should and will archived forever for people to learn. As a new builder, these videos are invaluable! Thank you.

[@piggyporkerboo]

Great to see your expertise on this. Best channel around for Gunpla no questions!

[@penguinrampage8359]

I'm really surprised how easy this was, for small detailing and for individual pieces, burners, rifle parts, weapons. Not having to clean the airbrush seems like it could be useful. Thanks for the review!

[@barbatosrex9473]

It really is nice for small parts

[@superior152]

Just bought one to practice with a custom EG gundam project I wanted to try. The results look really good for simple little markers, and holds on well without having to prime an entire kit before painting. Thanks for the awesome review!

[@Andy_Yates]

I think the word you were looking was persnickety and I agree completely. It looks like it can work pretty well, but it takes some effort and pretty constant fiddling

[@CrimsonFlagg]

Thank you so much for doing these reviews. I just got my first airbrush setup, and without your channel, I would have had no idea on what to look for and avoid.

[@Arastelion]

This was actually my introduction to spray painting, hooked it up to a basic compressor. It works well if you do some detailing work, do not recommend for entire models, it's too finicky for that.

[@brandonadams6108]

I’m super surprised how well that worked. And that metallic green gundam marker is the exact color I need for my Shenlong gundam shoulder detail

[@statoilbensin2190]

Nice to see the Ak real color paints. I like them a lot my self and they are acrylic lacquers like Tamiya and Aqueous and AK says you can mix these togheter so they should be compatible. I have not tried it myself, yet I have tried it with Tamiya lacquer thinner with retarder and it worked good, also with their own thinner.

[@glui2001]

This is nice! This might be my intro foray into airbrushing

[@LemurKrazy]

Have one of these but it’s a cheap $10 ebay copy. Works ok once you get the pressure up. Main intention was to use it for illustration when sketching concepts with markers - pantone had a similar system in the 90’s. Shame most markers these days are moving away from a round barrel. Thread on the ebay version is same as iwata which lets me use a quick connect.

[@richiek6379]

I wonder how it would work with Molotow Chrome or any of their markers? Any way thanks for another terrific test video.

[@nathanguffey8380]

For the constant adjusting i would maybe try using like a velcro on where the marker goes in tonhold them together and also on the markers to hold em together and in place

[@thebigskip-e]

What would be the psi equivalent of that air can? I'm curious to see how it would do connected to the compressor. Also, do you think maybe Dspiae paint markers could work? Or maybe Posca acrylic markers?

[@barbatosrex9473]

About 15 psi

[@Hourai]

I tried these before and I had three real problems with them that made it so I probably wouldn't use them again for anything serious. First, they require a lot of repriming and nub re-positioning to work well, which ends up wasting a good amount of ink. Second (which is really two issues but they're kinda related), the paint is super weak, so it's easy to accidentally rub off, and you can't really do any panel lining with it since you'll either melt the paint (with Tamiya enamel panel liner) or just physically rub the paint off when you're doing cleanup (with a water based panel liner).

[@eugeniahawkins4747]

Couldn't you just apply a clear coat to protect the paint before panel lining?

[@Hourai]

@@eugeniahawkins4747 Yes, but if I did that I'd want to do it in lacquer and that isn't possible for me right now because I live in an apartment, so I have nowhere I can airbrush lacquer safely. Also, doing that kind of defeats the purpose of even using the marker airbrush in the first place since if I was able to do lacquer painting I'd just start with that instead of bothering with the markers.

[@seanscrafts]

Hey Barbatos Rex! Off topic, but do you know what the difference between airbrush thinner and airbrush reducer is?

[@barbatosrex9473]

Paint types that are applied to thinners and reducers differ greatly. A thinner is a lacquer-based paint. urethane-based paints are made with reducers. If the paint is enamel-based, you should use a reducer instead of a thinner

[@montgomeryfitzpatrick473]

I laugh every time I see paint retarder

[@AirbrusherGameandArt]

Seems like if you wrap some tape around the marker at the front, it would make it more secure so you don't have to keep readjusting on the fly.

[@christinley5213]

huh..I can't believed that worked so well!!! thank you..always love watching!!

[@iwasakikoji6969]

I was terrified to jump from markers into airbrushing but just discovered this thing exists. Thanks for the video!

[@kkgc5760]

The quality of those metallic looks really great on camera! Like that chrome at 21:49! How does it compare to alclad metallic? I'm currently using Vallejo for metal Colors but when thinly sprayed they look really "grainy". Might change to gundam marker if they are actually similar price

[@statoilbensin2190]

I got athleast one bottel of Vallejo metal color and it sprays fine and selflevels good if you spray it the right way. I think you dont need more than 10 to 15 psi as it is wery thinn in consistensy. You need to just spray a tiny coat then let that one dry, then a new wery light coat. Waterbased paints easily becomes grindy if you dont spray light coats at the time. It might also be that you got dust on the model, in youre airbrush, in the paint or dust in the air that gets sprayed onto the pice.

[@millar876]

Just ordered myself a badger 105 patriot 3in1 kit on the strength of your videos. I currently use an Iwata Neo and a selection of cheep Chinese airbrushes.

[@wolfman75]

Cool!!! I'm surprised that it even works at all!!!! Thanks Rex!!!!💯👍😎

[@Marcel-su5ud]

Tbh if you dont have a lot of money and just want to paing some small parts then this may be a good option

[@statoilbensin2190]

If you dont have a lot of money this or most hobbies will give you problems.

[@Marcel-su5ud]

@@statoilbensin2190 compared to most other Hobbys is gunpla pretty cheap

[@danrussell3439]

Sorry for the second post. depending on the fan volume it can have an impact as well

[@MJRLHobbyStuff]

That’s far better that I was expecting

[@LisaHarsh]

Reminds me of my first airbrush by testors, although that was still using paints. However canned air and a suction style airbrush made out of plastic. But that was 30-40 years ago.

[@sewhitewolf]

Thanks for reviewing this product 👍

[@lilpastasalad7837]

That is absolutely bizarre, but it looks like it performs better than most people would expect. Thanks for sharing!

[@aaronmoura1234]

Does this leave a sticky feeling after ? And does it rub off easily ? My experience with just gundam markers with brushes they tend to rub of very easily and feel very sticky. Does the airbrush system make it feel like a real paint job from like factory ?

[@youraveragehumanbeing806]

How well can this paint an entire HG model?

[@Gundumb_guy]

IMPORTANT QUESTION!!! I guess you can not use Testors enamel thinner with your paints? It’s the only enamel thinner I have and it has now gunked up my airbrush and clogged it to hell!!! Am I doing something wrong?? What do I do now?

[@bctan2291]

very comprehensive video, thank you !

[@davidz2016]

Amazing it works I would have thought there would be spit and spatter. This reminds me of a old item from the 80's for kids . I wish I knew the name but that did not work . This is oddly Satisfying and weird that it works ha . Go figure awesome video totally took me of guard that it works . Good for a pinch but not practical use in the long run like a quick touch up of a show piece and you don't have your airbrush.

[@DaneSaysStuff]

Reminds me of those little marker airbrush things they used to make with the foot pump. We used (and thoroughly abused) the one we had when my siblings and I were younger.

[@danrussell3439]

I found that only true paint markers work and it’s a certain size to fit into the airbrush. I made the mistake of buying some paint markers (less expensive) the diameter wax close but not enough. In addition, it’s designed for small up close work you can get away without using a paint booth

[@NexuJin]

I'm very impressed with the end results! But I'm curious: what can you use to panel line after spraying them with gundam markers? Can I use for example Tamiya panel liner?

[@lugiamasta]

what the hell, that works too well for something that started out as a joke😂 , well if you want to do a quick little repaint without the clean up it will do the job unexpectedly well if you find a way to adapt it to a compressor id love to know

[@LigerZeroPilot]

This good for entry level (never painted anything before)? Or is there a #1 option you'd recommend for noobs?

[@NJM1564]

Have you tested the Gundam Marker Airbrush system with the Battery Powered Airbrushes you reviewed? I want to know if there were problems connecting them or getting them to turn on the compressor.

[@greggmeyer5836]

On one of your posts you showed a tiny funnel you use to filter paint. Can you tell me where you got it?

[@kameoosama]

The little rubber gasket on the air can adapter died on me with these, but yeah the same hose adapters for the other mr. Hobby airbrushes work on this thing and so I end up using it pretty regularly with a cheap compressor. Think you can just buy the gun separately though for like half the price of the kit if you're gonna do that.

[@modelmickey]

A bit fiddley getting the nib lined up right but results look excellent when you get it right. And extra bonus, zero clean up. 👍

[@wakylacky]

These videos got me watching for hours

[@dish8690]

As Always another great vid. Question where do you get yours spoons for testing?. Thank you.

[@barbatosrex9473]

These spoons come from Walmart. I just ordered a case from my local deli. Those are great too. I'm friendly with the deli and when u tested a spoon from them it was good. I asked them for a case and they are getting me one.

[@SpexSpexington]

Looks like a decent transition from markers and/or hand painting and into airbrushing. I personally wouldn't use this, especially since I'm already in the airbrushing territory (though, I still consider myself a novice). As commented in the video, it would be great for a High Grade Gunpla (or maybe even Entry Grade), but I think anything higher would just push your patience too much. If you did use this as transition, use a few cans of the air, but then get a compressor. After that, get a beginner level (real) airbrush and work yourself up to a better airbrush. My opinion, of course.

[@Den8075]

looks really good! just wanna ask though, hows the durability and toughness of these gundam marker paints? specially the gundam marker ex line?

[@smartinezai]

Does it have to be used with Mr hobby air cans or can you just get any can?

[@johnodinsson3635]

That looks kind of cool. If I used those markers at all, I'd probably get one. I wonder if theyll work with Walmart paint markers.

[@ronalddill2626]

Awesome system. Thanks for sharing.

[@Matt-ll8pc]

Is this kind of tool compatible with the dspaie mecha markers and metallic markers?

[@growinnotshowin6725]

Solid video. Thanks for the info and keep them coming 🤘

[@BrodieD]

That's a cool concept.

[@ripdoses]

do you need to prime it frist?

[@djkritical9606]

Any luck on getting this to work with your compressor

[@barbatosrex9473]

I seemed to have misplaced the adapter but I will get one to test it. They do make one

[@shishkebab9339]

Would it work with DSPIAE or HOBBY MIO paint markers?

[@yuutayuuta4590]

Can i use this with air compressor ????

[@barbatosrex9473]

I believe with the proper fittings you can

[@earvinardrinvillarba4060]

Would the DSPIAE color & chrome markers fit on the adapter?

[@maosidy4004]

good review and great results.

[@butchsbasementbuilds6828]

Seems like if they had just tweaked it a bit more it would have been a fun little kit.

[@statoilbensin2190]

Barbatos have you tested the new AK interactive super chrome? It is alcohol based and will give a mirror like finish according to AK.

[@barbatosrex9473]

I haven't found it yet here in the US, who do you know that has it?

[@statoilbensin2190]

@@barbatosrex9473 It came out only 1 month ago so it might not be availeble in the us yet.

[@MegaIata]

Holy smokes that's awesome

[@Cbtrainnut]

That is very cool!

[@BaronSolace]

would this work with dispae markers?

[@DaveLisaOsterman]

Please, Please, Please try a Molotow pen in the unit and see if it sprays and how it turns out. If it works then I'd buy one in a New York minute. If not then the cost of all the pens makes it not very attractive.

[@romerlausa7805]

Great review as always man

[@hmmdoh7835]

I'm sure i don't wanna buy the can air which cheap air compressor anyone can recommend lol

[@allanlowe9346]

Hmmm Not for me. Maybe need to move to cake decorating if I was to get one of these. lol

[@joesanchez979]

Amazing 😲

[@jamesvozar1]

Great review as always Rex, man they would be better off selling dripper tops for little bottles of paint like the ones that screw on spirits bottles just joking but these look super frustrating.

[@pspadotto]

They spelled blue BULE on that box of paint.

[@masterkent1]

Chinese paint spelling mistakes are hilarious. I have a grey paint called gary

[@shinosukenohara5721]

Are all gundam markers oil based?

[@barbatosrex9473]

Yes. Acrylic markers tend to rub off easily and require a top coat to avoid that. These markers don't have that problem

[@chadrogers8443]

Hello guys, I'm trying to find a paint to match a real stainless steel color, any suggestions please??? Thanks...

[@barbatosrex9473]

SMS Stainless steel or Alclad

[@chadrogers8443]

@@barbatosrex9473 👍👍👍

[@longju8305]

It's easy to use but no easy to adujust. And high air pressure is indispensible

[@chuchuchip]

That small of a can, why bother including it? Would a QD fitting directly installed on airbrush fit? For very small spray jobs, I don't see any practical use. Only Gundam markers?

[@barbatosrex9473]

Yes, it can be fitted to an air compressor. They also sell a larger can

[@theragingdolphinsmaniac4696]

That’s nothing new. Prismacolor markers had a system like that in the 80s

[@humacao01]

I'm sure it has its place in the hobby, but it looks like it is more of a headache than a solution. I have seen some people do wonders with simple kits as such.

[@richardpezall384]

Interesting but do not think I would ever get one. Way to much fiddling around! :)

[@ramza813]

these Silveroaks better be worht the trouble of thinning and transfering to a 120ml bottle. WHAT A MESS. spilling shit everywheere even with funnels

[@masterkent1]

Theyre anchoreT paints under a new brand. They're built tough and works especially great for resin kits

[@Shadablade]

Seems an awful fiddly device, almost as much time to tweak it in as you do actual spraying. Agree its mostly aimed at intro'ists and first timers looking to get their feet wet. Thanks for the video!

[@doublenickelbob]

Not for me. Thanks for making my decision.

[@statoilbensin2190]

Wierd, but actually works lol.

[@PeacefulKey]

Too much tedious and repetitive adjusting for my taste. Great informative video though.

[@barbatosrex9473]

That's why I test these things. To get a final result as to how well they work 👍

[@ms-07b3goufcustom9]

That good would work well sprayed on the hyaku Shiki revive