Paasche Airbrush HG-08 Touch-Up Spray Gun - Review

Paasche Airbrush HG-08 Touch-Up Spray Gun - Review. I take a look from the unboxing, breaking the gun down and show you how it sprays on the now available Airbrush Garage Spray test sheet (available below). Don't forget to check out my Amazon affiliate links below as well as my link to my web site (go to "Products) so you can get the downloadable PDF TAG Spray Sheet for you garage. Subscribe for more Airbrush tips, tricks and "How To's". It is my goal to help you speed up your learning process by having you avoid the mistakes I have made by trial and error. I also want to help you make some "Do It Yourself" accessories for around your Airbrush shop to make your project easier and save some money.
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[@alliwantedisapepsi1492]

I hate review that don't have a decent demonstration. Thank you. Very good review and unboxing. Buying one now.

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

That is really cool to hear. Much appreciated. Thanks for the comment and watching.

[@SG-cw4di]

Thank you for this video! Helped me so much

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

SG, I'm glad you liked the video. I've always liked Paasche. My first brush was a Paasche VL siphon feed. Thanks for dropping me a comment, and thanks for watching.

[@FTWBIFY6667]

Good review! Did not even know that gun existed! Very cool 😎

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

Steven, I know right. I research airbrushes and spray guns all the time and I was looking at the paasche airbrushes, Tallon to be exact and I ran across this one. I did some research and it intrigued me. I thought can a gun that cheap really be any good? The answer as you saw is yes. like I say in the video Paasche is a very good company. Thanks for watching.

[@richardbuck1596]

Great review thanks for taking the to put this video together

[@robgillespie6765]

Great video.. I just got that same gun.. haven't tried it yet.. maybe next weekend.. A lot of great information in this video.. Thanks for showing how the fan spray adjustment works.. always confuses me a little,.. Thanks again

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

Rob, Good to hear you liked the video and good luck with the gun. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching.

[@NEB3310]

Thanks for the review.

[@robertmcknight.5399]

Great demo

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

Robert so glad you liked the video. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching.

[@philtyrich1]

Hi wanted to know what type of compressor would I need if was spraying cocoa butter paint on chocolate moulds using the Paasche HG -08

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

NBF, Pancake! lol.

[@youmbgtube]

Thanks for the video. I just bought this gun. Couple questions: 1) how was your fluid level set for the test? Wide open? 2) I tried mine out briefly and had my finish weeping out at the bottom of cup. Seem there should be a seal? Mike

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

Hi Mike. Yes, I always spray with it wide open, and I never had a problem with the cup. Let me check when I get a chance, and I will get back to you on that one.

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

Just looked at mine. There is no seal between the cup and the gun. If yours is leaking, I would contact Paasche

[@youmbgtube]

@@TheAirbrushGarage thanks for looking. Ha , they told me to used pipe dope or Teflon tape. Not good.

[@UrbanExplorer614]

Can I ask why there is a delay between your trigger press and the paint coming out? Is it your set up or the gun? Thanks.

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

Urban, Air is first and then paint. So when you release the trigger, the paint shuts off and then the air. This ensures that the paint is blown off the needle. Hope this helps.

[@DoghouseFunkBlaster65]

Thanks!!

[@DAKOTANSHELBY]

I just acquired the same spray gun and was looking for a basic how-to set up. I think I may have to keep looking. Missing in this video is an explanation of what the adjustment knob at the bottom of the handle is for. That content is missing. Additionally, I believe the 1/4 npt air nozzle does not come with the kit. I had to go out and buy a female nozzle then apply nylon tape to the threads. That content is also missing.

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

Carl, you are correct I did forget to mention the air valve at the bottom of the handle. I always spray with mine wide open. But, beware because the gun is on the smaller side and my hand will move the valve when I'm spraying. I once took the whole gun apart because it stopped spraying only to find out that my hand was closing the valve a little at a time when I mad a pass. So now needles t I say i keep an eye on that when i use that gun. Sorry you where disappointed in the video but I do appreciate the feedback. Thanks for watching.

[@DAKOTANSHELBY]

@@TheAirbrushGarage I appreciate your reply sir. I used that spray gun for the first time today. I dialed in the spray pattern and took extra care to get everything in place first. I filled the fluid container with Cerakote's C-series product. I pulled out my spray gun holder and clamped it on my bench. Carefully I poured the product into the container using the appropriate strainer. Carefully I positioned the small gun into the holder and went to screw the cap on the cerakote product. Then the spray gun fell off the holder and spilled the cerakote product on the bench, floor and surrounding items. Ugg!!!!! Couldn't believe that happened after all the care and preparation I took. You see the holder was for a large size gun and fluid container. The small gun simply could not be secured in the holder. I thought you might get a chuckle out of my misfortune ; ). Possibly you might include a video about spray gun holders with caution on using them for this 0.8mm Paasche Spray gun. Lastly, I tried cleaning up the paint off the air pressure gage that came with the gun. Using acetone it melted the plastic face of the gage. Can't see the reading now. I plan on looking for a replacement with a glass lens that will not react to solvents. Thank you.

[@dblkickdrumzful]

Thanx

[@oneand-only3815]

LOVE THE TEST PATTERN SHEET> will be making my own. Like you I also started with Paasche airbrushes nearly 30 years ago. I recently purchased the LMG-10 which is the 1.0 version of the touchup gun- has a plastic cup. It sprays pretty well but the build quality was suspect at best. the casting (internally) was rough and the molding of the cup to nut had huge barbs on it...Cut them off with an Xacto... with that being said, it adjusts easily and I'm pleased with how it sprays.... it's no LPH80 but it's also not $290. The 1.0 did come with a wrench

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

O and O, thank you for sharing that. I have a 1.0 also but it is a TCP Global. Another cheap gun but I have been using it for years and really like it. The .8 intrigued me because I have everything but a .8 and as I said I like it. I have a project I am working on now and I am looking forward to spraying the candy's with it. Thank you for watching.

[@OakfieldDon]

Question. I'm trying to spray .008 flake/Glitter on small parts (size of a playing card). I've tried mixing the flake with 4050, 4030, 4004, and 6000. Spraying through Airbrushes with .5 .7 and .8 tips using a Tooty Compressor: 3-Liter Air Tank with Silent 1/6 HP Motor. They all just clog up. Not sure if this Paasche Airbrush is the solution, having a .8 tip. What's your thoughts/recommendations on this. I really need your help on this one Thanks.

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

I would recommend 1.0 or bigger.

[@OakfieldDon]

@@TheAirbrushGarage Thanks. I just ordered the Inokraft D1 LVLP with a 1.3/1.5/1.7 nozzles.

[@superkillr]

Can you double check the nozzle size ( reality vs. advertised) .. that thing is pouring out the paint especially for a touch up gun.

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

superkillr, it is a .8mm needle nozzle. Sounds to me like you are in such disbelief of this gun you should spend the $40 dollars... Yes 40 not 50 dollars as I say in the video and see for yourself. Not much to loose. I think you will be very surprised. Thanks for watching killr, much appreciated.

[@paulknight8810]

What air compressor do you suggest for this gun? Planning to use for cerakote. Great review

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

Paul, because this gun is for small jobs you can get away with something as small as a pancake compressor. I know it is not the recommended cfm but I use it all the time for projects like guitars and smaller. But the bigger the tank and the higher cfm the better. A compressor that runs at 5 cfm or higher will start out around $450. So...if you plan on running bigger guns as well that's what I would get. I like the 27 gallon Fortress at harbor freight. Hope this helps.

[@mikedegrazia]

Look at the stealth 20 gallon ultra quiet compressor its like 5 cfm at 90 6 at 40 psi. I found one for 350 u.s...

[@Bigjoeyfz69]

Are you sure the cup is stainless? I just received mine from your link and it’s definitely aluminum

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

Joe, my apologies, you are right. It is aluminum, I misspoke. The good new is aluminum won't rust ether. I think you will really like the gun I use mine all the time. I will go into the video and edit that out. Thanks for bringing it to my attention and thanks for going through my link. Thanks for watching and enjoy the gun.

[@UASCDR]

Sir, what compressor do YOU use? I’m learning; will be coating firearms parts.

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

With this small gun for small jobs, I just use my 4-gallon craftsman. When you step up to guns with a 1.0 needle or larger is when you need a much bigger compressor.

[@antoniosoto5382]

What compressor are you using for this

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

Antonio, I use either my craftsman pancake or my 21 gallon. What compressor doesn't matter. What is important is CFM and this gun requires Air Volume of 1.5-4 CFM. So when looking for a compressor look at the guns you want to use and make sure your compressor puts out the CFM you are looking for. Hope this help. Thanks for the question and thanks for watching.

[@DIY101]

What about for auto touch up base coat? , and thanks for the review !

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

Laurence, I don't see why not. Usually auto touch up guns start at 1.0 needles but my experience with this gun is that is would be great for auto touch up. Hope this helps and thank you for the question and for watching. Much appreciated.

[@ericlavigne7205]

Thanks for the review! Can i use it with my Scale model (1/35 - 1/20) ?

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

I looked up how big a 1/35 scale is and I think it would be to much. That HG-08 throws a lot of paint. I think an airbrush with a .5 needle for coverage and a smaller needle size like a .3 for detail would be better suited for that size work. Hope that helps and thanks for the question and watching.

[@danzo5521]

NO ITS DEOSNT WROK ON MODELS ONLY ON AEROPLANES TAHTS WHAT JOE BIDEN TOLD ME I LOVE HIM HILLARY 2026

[@stephensurratt9117]

Neat

[@crespow1990]

How well does this do with thicker paints? Latex based paints

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

I never sprayed layer paints through it, but if you can thin it and you can, it will flow.. thanks for the question, and thanks for watching.

[@crespow1990]

Curious, what type of air compressor can be used with this? I would assume a much larger one rather than a hobby air compressor huh?

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

@@crespow1990 I only use this gun for small job like guitars and I get way with a 6 gallon pancake compressor. So yes, not an airbrush compressor but not a big on as well.

[@keithbowlin207]

I use binks Mach 1 hvlp that’s a god gun

[@californiaeveryday]

That one is farted bro!

[@MOOR3NADO]

Do you have a link to the gauge and water trap you used?

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

Michael, thanks for watching. Links below. gauge amzn.to/3KZjDCO Trap amzn.to/3P3qT3P

[@sunbumbaby17]

can I use.this with my Iwata compressor 60 psi

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

Jennifer, I probably would not. You really need the 1/4" fitting to a 3/8" hose to get the proper air flow. I'm afraid that even if you were able to hook that set up to such a compressor, I don't think I would maintain the 30 psi needed. Hope this helps.

[@mikeleahy5283]

Could I use this thing on automotive paint work

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

Mike, for jambs and touch up. .8 is a little small but it does throw a lot of paint. I spray motorcycle tanks with it. Check out my video on "Lacing". Thanks for the question and thanks for watching.

[@chrisshumake83]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@thunder2165]

what tank size do you recommend for the compressor you use with this brush?

[@dancuccurullo8453]

Raoul, the bigger the tank is on a compressor th better but.....CFM (cubic feet per minute) is what you are looking for. This gun requires 2 to 4 CFM. Spray guns don't ever specify tank size, only compressor. Hope you found this helpful, thanks for the question and thanks for whathing.

[@johnnysprocketz]

skipped right over the air valve adjustment on bottom of gun

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

Ahhh...you are right. Sorry about that. Thanks for watching.uch apriciated.

[@superkillr]

Also, you aren't gonna convince me these aren't made in China.

[@TheAirbrushGarage]

superkillr, you obviously don't like the gun but yes....Paasche is an American company where do they get the parts...I don't know that. As I say in the video, my first airbrush was a Paasche and even though I am an Iwata guy I still like Paasche and after trying this gun I really like it. Thanks for watching.

[@superkillr]

@@TheAirbrushGarage You have brain damage if you believe Paasche has ANYTHING to do with making that other than telling the Chi-com factory to put their name on it.. in the plainest lettering possible.

[@ryanbarkley5437]

You have interesting point. For that price point. Even tho paasche claims to be American made. I've heard otherwise. Especially at that price point. I find very hard to believe it's American made.

[@danzo5521]

HATS WHATS MADE DIN CHINA OK IM VOING FOR JOE BIDEN AND HILARY IN 2026 MADE IN THOSE CHICOM FACTROIES CHINA THR BEST!!!!!

[@ryanbarkley5437]

You really don't want to do that Teflon tape.

[@stevek758]

way too much air