Hi,
I have been using an Aztek A470 for about the past 10 years and have been really happy with it overall. I recently began being interested in WWII German AFV and the various camouflage patterns. This is where I noticed that with this airbrush, even with the "fine line" nozzle, I can not get a really fine line so I am considering getting an additional airbrush that is capable of fine lines for detail work, while keeping the Aztek for general purpose work. I like the way the Aztek works, it is very easy and it has worked great for me. I would like a few suggestions as to which airbrush models would be a good addition what I am looking for. Also, I am looking for getting a better compressor with a pressure guage and moisture trap.

I do not need top of the line, just something that is dependable, easy to use (I have only ever used the Aztek) and won't break the bank. I realize that this can turn into a Ford vs Chevy type thread and I really don't want that either. I have no preference on brands. Thank you in advance for the advice.

Art

Hello, since more than 10 years I use a Badger-100 GXF, which can produce very fine lines.
The nozzle has a diameter of 0,2mm and the thinnest line should be nearly the same or only a bit wider.
Perhaps you can find a good model of your choice in the "double-action and gravity-flow-class".

Perhaps this helps a bit.
greetings...
Soeren

Hi

It will depend on how much you want to spend but Iwata do some nice brushes that are worth a look and the Revolution BR is good value, H&S also do some nice brushes that wont break the bank.

Paul

Hello,

there are a lot of good airbrushes on the market, what I can recommend you from experience is the Badger Renegade series, the gravity feed is called Velocity. It is a very rugged and at the same time very accurate airbrush. It has an ultra-fine self centering nozzle, which corresponds to 0,15mm I think. It is capable of very fine lines almost without overspray. As an extra it also has a fan crown for wide spray patterns so you can use it universally simply by replacing the crown instead of disassembling and replacing the nozzle.

It is not very pricey, it goes around 150 USD usually and spares are not expensive either. It is very reliable as you would expect from a Badger tool.

Hey ART. As far as the compressor. I have an AZTEK AC200. It comes with a gauge and moisture trap. I have a ranch style house, everything on the same floor. If i'm in the living area, you can't hear it in the bedrooms. I've only had it long enough to paint four projects, so can't say it'll last 20 years, but i really like it . RONNY.

Art,
You definitely want a double action, gravity feed airbrush. For fine pattern work you want one with a .35mm needle. For pencil lines, you want one with a .2mm needle. I would recommend Iwata, Grex, or Tamiya airbrushes. Look over the three lines, find the one that meets these criteria and your budget, and buy it.