Hi, I am new to painting and making 1/35 scale models and have thought long and hard about getting an airbrush and compressor, but have no idea what to get for modeling and I am on a budget. I saw this on ebay and was wondering what you guys think?

should I get this?

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Mini-White-Compressor-Dual-Action-Airbrush-Spray-Gun-Airbrush-Kit-Hose-Carry-Bag-/140960594573?pt=AU_Art_Supplies&hash=item20d1e7fa8d&_uhb=1

Thanks guys!

It would work, but for how long would be the question? Usually these are knock off, no name copies, and usually made with inferior quality metals and gaskets,,etc. I would recommend, that you invest in a simple double action air brush, like a badger or paasche, like these:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Paasche-Airbrush-VL-Set-Double-Action-/121390238645?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1c436c0bb5

http://www.ebay.com/itm/paasche-airbrush-kit-VL-XL80-1-R-/331265928127?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4d20fcebbf

http://www.amazon.com/PAASCHE-MILLENNIUM-AIRBRUSH-Quiet-COMPRESSOR/dp/B001C4TOH8/ref=pd_ybh_22

Paasche and badger are usually long lasting hard working airbrushes, parts are inexpensive and usually easy to come by. If you are not worried about noise a good, small compressor can be found at your home improvement store for under $100 even at Walmart if you guys have those or something similar. Good luck.

You need to think about your circumstances also, is noise a factor, budget etc. If you can afford it I would recommend an Iwata Smart Jet series. Can be pricey but dead silent so you won't disturb others around you. Then you won't get as much complaint when you want to paint. If noise is not a factor you can get really good tank type aircompressors from home depot or anywhere else. You just need a small portable.

As to airbrush, by the best you can afford.

Thanks for the replies, hmmmm so should I get a compressor? I read some reviews on those small one i posted before, and they're not good. I saw this on Ebay. Airbrush and Compressor http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Dual-Action-Airbrush-1-6hp-Compressor-Kit-Air-Brush-Gun-Spray-Cake-Decoration-/151299249831?pt=AU_Air_Tools&hash=item233a2356a7&_uhb=1

Hi, Ive had the last compressor you posted for over 12yrs now never let me down very quiet has a tank, moisture trap, and pressure gauge,if your just starting to airbrush try the one that comes with the compressor their usually not to bad I found them fine to start with,but in answer to your question Yes a compressor is a must,cans of air are expensive and a pig to use.

Hi Chris, I bought a similar one of these compressors/airbrush sets about five years ago, they're usually Chinese made copy's of Iwata gear. Now, if cash is not a problem then the others advice to buy the best quality is sound. If on the other hand, you are on a budget and unsure of making this kind of spend on making plastic tanks, then a setup like this has much to offer. The quality is not the best I agree but it enabled me learn the basics of what can appear to be a rather daunting technique. Mine is still going strong and using it is really great fun and I can't imagine going back to hand brushing everything. In time I would like to spend the extra to get a quality one but for now my cheapo budget set up does all that I ask of it.

I made the mistake of buying a set similar to these at a yard sale last summer.

The set were branded Harbor Freight, a chain of hardware stores here in the states, noted for giving away flashlights and cheap tools. It was clearly minimally used and clean. The brush LOOKED like a Paasche or Badger, but it was clearly not. It looked like the one in your second Ebay link. There were no additional needles available. The fittings were completely proprietary, i.e, no other hoses would fit either the compressor or the airbrush and there are no adaptors, thus I couldn't use my other brushes with this compressor. The compressor was indeed quiet, and proceeded to die after about 4 hours use over a couple weeks. For the brief period it worked, it was okay but it really was a false economy.

IMHO, you would be much better off saving your money for a brand name set up, Paasche, Iwata, Badger or Grex all have very good reputations.