MJ54 Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 What air brushes do you guys recommend? I see a lot of Iwata, but are there less expensive ones for guys just starting out that work fine as well? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobP Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 An Iwata Revolution B goes for just under $100, a moderate priced brush. You can also check out brushes from Paasche or Badger who sell brush sets that come with 3 different size nozzles and tips. Personally, I would avoid inexpensive Chinese ab’s. Some work ok, some don’t, and it’s impossible to get parts for most of them when they break. Most ab’s from the major companies are reliable workhorses. Jmho, Iwatas have the best build quality and gravity feed brushes work better, are easier to clean, and make less mess. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21xdc Posted September 24, 2018 Report Share Posted September 24, 2018 I have bought many of these and happier with them than my Iawata brush's.. https://www.ebay.com/itm/Royalmax-130A-0-3mm-Dual-Action-Airbrush-Tattoo-Spray-Gun-Sprayer-Pen/221237615779?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649 This is the best deal... 3 different size needles and hose>>> https://www.ebay.com/itm/Royalmax-130E-0-3mm-Dual-Action-Airbrush-Tattoo-Spray-Gun-0-2-0-3-0-5-SK-Kit/322239089282?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ54 Posted September 25, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 25, 2018 Thanks for the info. Much appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brick Steel Posted September 25, 2018 Report Share Posted September 25, 2018 I started painting baits about 6 months ago and have been using Iwata Eclipse HP CS. These work great and have allowed me to make some nice baits. If you have a Hobby Lobby near by, you can get one for about $150 and use Hobby Lobby’s 40 percent off coupon and it’s less than $100. I did a lot of research before buying and saw some of cheaper ones (including the Iwata NEO) splatter and are difficult to clean. I think some people give up on bait painting because they can’t get good results with the brushes they are using, so I think a good brush is worth it. By the way Tackle Underground has been a great help to me as I’ve gotten started. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ54 Posted September 25, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 25, 2018 That is a great idea with Hobby Lobby. I am also ordering one of the Royalmax from post above. That will take about a month to get. I was hoping to get started now so that I could try out the baits before ice up. I am really impressed with this group. I have tried to get some info in past on a couple other sites, but I have not had the best of luck getting responses. The people here respond quickly with great info. I am also noticing how creative the people are with painting lures. True artist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonah Posted September 25, 2018 Report Share Posted September 25, 2018 Hobby Lobby has the Iwata Neo on sale for $49 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitaker201 Posted September 25, 2018 Report Share Posted September 25, 2018 I use the Royalmax that 21xdc recommended. I didn't want to take the chance learning with a more expensive airbrush. So far I am very happy with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoosierdaddy Posted October 4, 2018 Report Share Posted October 4, 2018 I just ordered that RoyalMax myself. I sure hope it works well. I have spent way too much time deep cleaning the two badger siphon feeds that I have. I absolutely hate them. They work well after spending hours cleaning them for about a tablespoon of paint.. then it's splatter time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJ54 Posted October 4, 2018 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2018 I ordered mine last week. The only problem was that I got a notice that they were backordered and delivery was delayed. Didn't tell me when either. Good luck with your order. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macstackleman Posted October 26, 2018 Report Share Posted October 26, 2018 Hobby Lobby wouldn’t let me use the 40% coupon for the Eclipse! Did others get it ok? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
