Anthem 155 Alternatives?

Sparrowhyperion

Member since
August 2009
From: Toledo Area OH

Anthem 155 Alternatives?

Posted by Sparrowhyperion on Wednesday, January 5, 2011 11:28 AM

Hi everyone. I need to pick your brains a bit. I was planning on getting a Badger 155 Anthem airbrush to replace the el-cheapo Master airbrush I have now. The problem is expense. Our Hobby Lobby doesn't carry any Badger airbrushes (just Paasche) and the local Michaels wants over $150 for it. I have been sniped every time on eBay so I am about to give up there. My question is...

What other brand models would you say are comparable to the 155 for control, reliability and not having to go out and buy extra needles for different application? I have heard Paasche and Iwata mentioned but I really don't know much about them.

Any help appreciated.

Thanks

Rich

In the Hangar: 1/48 Hobby Boss F/A-18D RAAF Hornet,

On the Tarmac: F4U-1D RNZAF Corsair 1/48 Scale.

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Watchmann

Member since
January 2005
From: Cave City, KY

Posted by Watchmann on Wednesday, January 5, 2011 1:18 PM

Hi Rich,

I've never used a Badger 155, so I can't help you there, but Michaels does often have 25%-50% coupons in their adds.

m@

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Don Wheeler

Member since
October 2008
From: Fullerton, Calif.

Posted by Don Wheeler on Wednesday, January 5, 2011 1:28 PM

Here's a 155 complete with side cup and jar for $63. It's my favorite airbrush, and I think it's a bargain.

Don

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Also an Amazon E-book and paperback of tips.

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Sparrowhyperion

Member since
August 2009
From: Toledo Area OH

Posted by Sparrowhyperion on Wednesday, January 5, 2011 1:31 PM

Watchmann

Hi Rich,

I've never used a Badger 155, so I can't help you there, but Michaels does often have 25%-50% coupons in their adds.

m@

I wonder what I have to do to get one of their ad flyers...? Thanks.

Watchmann

Hi Rich,

I've never used a Badger 155, so I can't help you there, but Michaels does often have 25%-50% coupons in their adds.

m@

In the Hangar: 1/48 Hobby Boss F/A-18D RAAF Hornet,

On the Tarmac: F4U-1D RNZAF Corsair 1/48 Scale.

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Sparrowhyperion

Member since
August 2009
From: Toledo Area OH

Posted by Sparrowhyperion on Wednesday, January 5, 2011 1:58 PM

Thanks! Have you dealt with this seller before? Are the reputable?

Rich

Don Wheeler

Here's a 155 complete with side cup and jar for $63. It's my favorite airbrush, and I think it's a bargain.

Don

In the Hangar: 1/48 Hobby Boss F/A-18D RAAF Hornet,

On the Tarmac: F4U-1D RNZAF Corsair 1/48 Scale.

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Sparrowhyperion

Member since
August 2009
From: Toledo Area OH

Posted by Sparrowhyperion on Wednesday, January 5, 2011 2:25 PM

Thanks Don! I took the plunge. Total $69.95 for the complete kit. Even with their coupon Michaels would have been around $90, so you just saved me a chunk of change. I can hardly wait to get my mitts on it. Now I need to find a cheap used decent compressor. Fortunately eBay seems to have an abundance of those.

Rich

In the Hangar: 1/48 Hobby Boss F/A-18D RAAF Hornet,

On the Tarmac: F4U-1D RNZAF Corsair 1/48 Scale.

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Watchmann

Member since
January 2005
From: Cave City, KY

Posted by Watchmann on Wednesday, January 5, 2011 4:21 PM

Sparrowhyperion

Watchmann:

Hi Rich,

I've never used a Badger 155, so I can't help you there, but Michaels does often have 25%-50% coupons in their adds.

m@

I wonder what I have to do to get one of their ad flyers...? Thanks.

Watchmann:

Hi Rich,

I've never used a Badger 155, so I can't help you there, but Michaels does often have 25%-50% coupons in their adds.

m@

Easy! Got to Michael's website and click on the Online Flyer link at the top of the page. Then, click on the image of the coupon. keep clicking until it appears as a printable coupon. There's one for 40% right now! Get out there and spend some money, Man! What are you waiting for?! Wink