Double Action Airbrushes for Scale Modeling

[@kevingambrell]

I have been a modeler/model engineer for the best part of 45 years, building everything from plastic model ships to 1/2 size working steam traction engines. I watched a few of your videos a year or so back, I have just spent a full day watching all your videos. You sir have produced the finest instructional videos I have ever seen!

[@scale-model-workshop]

Kevin, Thank you very much, I really appreciate you taking the time to comment. Have a great New Year!

[@user-Vv1-Vv2]

Agree!

[@marcelthevirginian1656]

"I hope this video has been helpful..." Are you kidding?! This is beyond helpful, this is elite tier info packed into a easily understood, concise format. That's not easy to pull of. Thank you so much for this and all of your other vids! I'm sure they took a lot of hard work to put together.

[@TankBuilders]

The volume of work required to prepare a video of this high quality is immense. Thank you for a genuinely useful, informative and well presented explanation.

[@scale-model-workshop]

Thank you for the recognition. I was hoping at add a little to the knowledge base. Your comment is a nice validation and much appreciated.

[@TankBuilders]

Scale Model Workshop I share your sentiment. It can be a thankless task as I discovered writing the Knowledge Base for the Armortek 1/6th scale Forum. Thank you again. Subscribed.

[@skateboardingjesus4006]

I just found your channel, because I wanted a video with more depth, and I wasn't disappointed. Your breakdown of all aspects of the tools, is second to none. Well worth the subscription 👍.

[@scale-model-workshop]

Thank you!

[@timdodd3897]

Since they're made near me, I just bought a Badger compressor and a Patriot 105. Glad I finally have a decent airbrush. Thanks for the great videos. You help a lot.

[@alfredconqueror4422]

This needs more views! The quality of this video is superb

[@scale-model-workshop]

Thank you Alfred!

[@Steven_Rowe]

Very analytical and informative, there are so many airbrushes on the market and even so many made by one manufacturer. The most expenxive doesnt mean the best as it depends on what you are spraying. For me its the best quality brush that does what i want. I airbrush model locomotives that i build and normally use enamels., however pre thinned accyl laquers seem to be more tolerste to getting a good result so am going to try them. My first airbrush is the ulta simple and very rugged Paasche H, it sprays with ease and easy to clean. I recently bought an IwTa Revolution CR with a 0.5 needle as i wanted a gravity feed brush with a large colour cup. My dilema is what is the best size needle to use, many people say to use a 0.3 and so often when i talk to people or watch youtube videos i get the impression that often they simply dont know. This is the first videoci have ever watched thzt actually explained the techical aspect of what is going on. I love Paasche but my new Iwata feels so good in the hand, it just gushes quality. I would like your opinion on needle size.

[@stevenbongiorno9277]

This video was more than helpful! I really appreciate you spending the time to actually explain how the different versions work. I’m mostly a car model builder, but have invested a lot in 1/48 bomber models. I bought a 175 dollar airbrush to help with my camouflage painting, but I’ve been so nervous about using it because of the maintenance it requires. I’ve always gotten by with my cheap Aztec airbrush for my basic modeling, but after seeing this post, I’ve built up the courage to finally try out the Badger Creshendo. It was a big purchase to me that I was scared to try. It’s been sitting for about 10 years, and I’m getting back into models, and now it’s time to give it a try! Heck! If it can work on my cars, I can finally use it for why I got it! Luftwaffa camouflage!!! 😊

[@2666loco]

This explains the physics of the double action airbrush nicely. I have used a Pasche H single action airbrush for years. I paint model trains and either works well for this. Thanks for the video and those that follow.

[@RobPearlman]

Thanks for this video. I am brand new to airbrushing and have been having quite a difficult time adjusting and learning. This has been very helpful in expanding my understanding of how these tools actually work.

[@travis_thompson]

The quality of your videos deserve more views and subs. Great work

[@scale-model-workshop]

Thank you Travis !

[@bikezonly]

Really thankful that your take the time and effort to share your knowledge.

[@paulsheriff5733]

Another great, informative video. Bears out what I discovered through trial and error (mostly error) but could not explain!

[@ronzufelt1428]

Thanks for the great video. Wish more people will watch this video to understand how an airbrush works. It gets under my skin when someone ask what airbrush should I get. You need this one it is the best. I say depends what you are going to be painting.

[@scale-model-workshop]

Thanks Ron!

[@JFvE]

Thanks for your efforts, truly appreciate the quality and research. Understanding is in the details and you do an excellent job of giving them. Also the humor helps! I might have to mod my AB's with lightening holes.. ha!

[@marcopreto]

Thank you for another very educational video! Can not wait for an update on your A-26 and SP-2H builds. All the best.

[@scale-model-workshop]

Thank you Marco !

[@randyperez5465]

Absolute best modeling videos. Great tips and explanations. Thank you

[@iryairya2008]

So to create a smooth paint job, i must know the atomization of each airbrush. And to paint a primer or topcoat especially on large areas, it is recommended to use a 0.5 single action airbrush. I prefer double action btw :/ Thanks for such a richly informative video! Learned a lot from it. Thanks!

[@alcatraz7761]

I use cheap airbrushes. One is a .03 & .05. They both do a great job with fine tuning the pressure. I didn't see the point in buying 100$-200$ airbrush just do a few models here and there. I gotta say tho that this video was very informative.

[@smokingspitfire1197]

Alcatraz77 i see your point, but ever since i upgraded to my infinity crplus ive never looked back!

[@brianwhitworth7957]

It is suits you fine. We've all seen silk purses from sows ears in forums so the end result cannot necessarily be assured of solely by expensive hardware. That said, after getting up to speed with my new my Harder & Steenbeck Evolution my work has leaped to new levels -because- of its refinement, coupled with leaving garbage paint like Testors and moving to higher end Mr Color and Mr Paint synthetic lacquers. Expensive is relative, so are results and satisfaction with ones work it seems too.

[@smokingspitfire1197]

Brian Whitworth i just like my infinity. But if you can make the cheap ones work then why upgrade?

[@GinMiko]

Thank you, Paul. Excellent and very helpful video.

[@stevesauve6866]

HI Paul, wow, this was a really well produced and very informative video. Thanks so much for putting it together; it looks like you put a ton of work into it. I'm a single-action Paasche H guy and realized that this great old workhorse still has an important place in my spray booth. At some point I'll be trying a double-action brush and your guidance will be a great help in understanding what they can and can't do.

[@animalyze7120]

Great video but He like every other KZbinr dances around the actual subject of which Air Brush styles are to be used with each project. The action (Single or Double) each have a use as does Gravity or Siphon feed and each of those has specific Pressures to be used. The experience gained determines how good your results are far more than the brush used, though it does play a small part.

[@johnchung6900]

The spray pattern says it all!

[@thefasteddie88]

This is very helpful. Thank you for creating this content.

[@edwardskerness9226]

This is superb. Thanks for sharing.

[@angelaponte1041]

Thanks ! this video was very helpful .

[@Crewchief227]

I just wanted to give you a like and thank you for this video for the best filming I've seen of different airbrush spray patterns. I have been airbrushing for a decade, and a graduate student painter who has airbrushed their entire formal education journey, which isn't easy in a world of oil painters. Also, I demo and teach. I use all Iwatas (CM-SB V2, CM-C+ V2, HP-C, HP-TH, W101), and this is the best comparison I've seen. You're right that it's dumb to use a Micron for modeling. Also one last thing, would you mind if I showed your spray comparison segment to future students of mine? It would be for educational purposes only. Thanks

[@scale-model-workshop]

Thank you so much. I'm glad that you found the material relevant ... especially with your expertise. Please feel free to use the video for your class.

[@edwordwhy9491]

Thank you for your work, I very much appreciate all of your videos. I hope one day to be as good a modeler as you, your RF-101C build has inspired me so much as do all your video's. Cheers!

[@reconmodelsvaughn469]

Awesome video Paul you are awesome

[@RobotJeeg]

Awesome. I hope to see a video about thinning, choosing air pressure etc.

[@scale-model-workshop]

That's coming ...

[@littlestworkshop]

Do you have any tips on adjusting the air cap? I have an HP-BE1 but no manual and am struggling to spray primers without clogging.

[@fokkelman64231]

Excellent!

[@adriandeb2710]

Great video

[@alexanderseijas9471]

Yes the video helps me slot thaks

[@Russell-1]

Thanks for another very informative presentation. You said that the HP-TH fan tip had disadvantages in practice - which I appreciate - but in another video you mentioned it was one of your favourite airbrushes. For what use/applications do you favour it for? I was thinking of buying a HP-TH because it appeared to offer about as large a coverage as I can get from any airbrush which my compressor can handle. Regards Russell

[@scale-model-workshop]

The TH comes with two aircaps, the fan cap is not effective, however, the TH with the round pattern cap is stellar.

[@hishamaziz3282]

Any insight on the Tamiya AB with 0.2 nozzle for doing freehand cammo and pre-shading aircraft? I just started using it, but I can't get good results with it yet... The AB I've been using for a while now is an Iwata Revolution with a 0.5 nozzle. Thank you.

[@7Markandrews]

Well informed. Nice 1

[@willieobermann1528]

Could you tell me the address of your website, please? This was a high quality, very informative video.

[@scale-model-workshop]

paulbudzik.com/

[@pablosoto5407]

Is it good for modeling the neo cn 4500?

[@CompetitionChris]

I've never seen an Iwata HPCS with a screw on the back for controlling the flow. Mine definitely doesn't have that. Is that aftermarket?

[@scale-model-workshop]

It is an optional Iwata solid handle listed in the parts breakdown ... they are readily available from Coast Airbrush.

[@ateliedemaquetes.aereoenav4894]

Excelente sua explicação.

[@OTOss8]

I wish I’d found this video a few weeks ago. I bought an Iwata CM C+ and I feel like I made a big mistake. No way to return it either which is really disappointing.

[@scale-model-workshop]

It's a nice airbrush ... just not very practical for most modeling tasks. It works well for camouflage and weathering.

[@OTOss8]

Thank you for the reply. I appreciate it. I left a comment on your Apoxie Sculpt video about being unable to message you via your website. I don’t suppose there’s any way I could send you a message is there? I feel like I could use a word or two of advice on how to salvage things.

[@h.cedric8157]

This video narration is as of high a quality as that "The Missile knows where it is because it knows where it isn't" video.

[@perrystone1413]

👍👍

[@pittss-1s304]

Another great explanation Mr. Budzik! I'm about to buy a new aerograph and I'd like to discuss with you a couple of things. Can I contact you by email? Thanks a lot! Kind Regards, Carlo

[@rapscallion3506]

If you were a Guru, I would be a disciple.