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MikeV's Top 3?

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  • Member since
    April 2003
  • From: Hayward, CA
Posted by MikeV on Tuesday, March 15, 2005 7:51 PM
QUOTE: Originally posted by ABARNE
Would one's choice of paint matter with respect to this?


That would depend on the needle and tip being used really.

QUOTE: I noticed that Badger's application chart, omits acrylics and enamels for the Sotar's list of preferred media, while the 100's include both acrylic's enamels.


Here again I think Badger is assuming the buyer is using the fine needle in the Sotar which would have difficulty spraying some of those types of paints reliably.

QUOTE: So, if one were painting models using acrylics and/or enamels, would the 100 be the better choice?


That all depends on the user. Most people would probably get just as good of results with the 100 series as they would with the Sotar unless they were very proficient with the airbrush. The Sotar was designed to spray the finest lines possible with media that sprays reliably through it's sharp needle taper.
Modeling paints will work with some practice but I think overall the 100LG or other 100 series Badger would be better overall for modelers.
Use the 100 series for your general work and then get a Sotar to play with for more intricate work if that is what you desire.

Mike

Wisdom is the right use of knowledge. To know is not to be wise. Many men know a great deal, and are all the greater fools for it. There is no fool so great a fool as a knowing fool. But to know how to use knowledge is to have wisdom. " Charles Spurgeon
  • Member since
    February 2003
  • From: Southern California, USA
MikeV's Top 3? - Follow-up
Posted by ABARNE on Tuesday, March 15, 2005 2:37 PM
QUOTE: Originally posted by MikeV
QUOTE: Originally posted by kik36
Fine Lines: The sharpest, finest, cleanest lines possible with an airbrush. As little overspray or spatter as possible.


That would have to be the Sotar 2020 with the Badger 100LG running second place.



Would one's choice of paint matter with respect to this? I noticed that Badger's application chart, omits acrylics and enamels for the Sotar's list of preferred media, while the 100's include both acrylic's enamels. So, if one were painting models using acrylics and/or enamels, would the 100 be the better choice?

  • Member since
    November 2005
Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, March 15, 2005 1:14 AM
Mike has helped me alot and I stand buy the Omni 4000g for modeling. I can tall ya from experience Kik with the botht he cresendo and the omni that the omni is the best. The Cresendo is a fine tool water faucet Evil [}:)]Wink [;)]. I also use the 360 which is from the same thread as the Anthem.
I am very happy with my Omni for modeling.... some of the best $$$ I have spent on my hobby.
Jeff
  • Member since
    November 2005
Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, March 15, 2005 12:35 AM
LOL sorry dude didn't mean to put you on the spot, just thought it would be fun to hear the best from the best!! Tongue [:P] Especially since you have used such a wide array of airbrushes I thought it would be nice to hear an opinion of use.....not of theory!! Especially since I have used a whole 2 different types of airbrushes, it helps to have a "non-PC" opinion from someone with experience!! (Note: experience does not mean old!! LOL) Thanks for the insight buddy, I will keep it all in mind. Perhaps one day I will have a arsenal of master brushes such as yourself.....never too many I like to think!Wink [;)]
  • Member since
    April 2003
  • From: Hayward, CA
Posted by MikeV on Monday, March 14, 2005 11:58 PM
Wow Heath.
Nothing like putting me on the spot bro. Confused [%-)]
QUOTE: Originally posted by kik36
Fine Lines: The sharpest, finest, cleanest lines possible with an airbrush. As little overspray or spatter as possible.


That would have to be the Sotar 2020 with the Badger 100LG running second place.

QUOTE: General Coverage: All out paint war on a model.....no holds barred, paint it or lose it Airbrush. It doesn't mess around, it just paints as much plastic as you throw at it.


That would have to be the Badger Crescendo with the heavy tip.
The Anthem would come in second I think. I have never tested the gravity-feeds with a heavy tip to see what they could put out at full blast though. Big Smile [:D]

QUOTE: Overall: Best all around airbrush. Can paint a mean piece of plastic, and still lay down a fine line, but not necessarily the best. Something that can be used for both fine lines and general coverage without too much hassle.


This is the toughest one of all as it entails the best of both worlds.
For gravity-feed models I would have to say the Badger 100LG would have to be it as you can use different tips and needles with it to obtain what you want.
My second choice would probably be the Omni 4000 although I tend to prefer the Omni personally over all others most of the time.
If you prefer siphon-feed models then the Anthem, Omni 3000 or Badger 150 would all be good choices. The new 3155 Anthem Hybrid might possibly be the best choice of all out of the siphon-feed models.

These are all just generalizations though as there are some who can paint as fine of a line with a 100LG as others can with a Sotar. It is all in the skill of the user. Wink [;)]

Mike

Wisdom is the right use of knowledge. To know is not to be wise. Many men know a great deal, and are all the greater fools for it. There is no fool so great a fool as a knowing fool. But to know how to use knowledge is to have wisdom. " Charles Spurgeon
  • Member since
    November 2005
MikeV's Top 3?
Posted by Anonymous on Monday, March 14, 2005 11:40 PM
Hey Mike I was gonna e-mail ya direct with this quesiton, but thought it would be more fun if the whole gang saw what you thought on this subject. I just got done spraying my first free-hand camo job with my Omni 5000, and while my results were not disasterous, they still left a lot to be desired. I am one of those people who feel that if you put a great product in the hands of a monkey, he will evolve. So here is the question I pose to you: what are your airbrush pics in these 3 categories?

Fine Lines: The sharpest, finest, cleanest lines possible with an airbrush. As little overspray or spatter as possible.

General Coverage: All out paint war on a model.....no holds barred, paint it or lose it Airbrush. It doesn't mess around, it just paints as much plastic as you throw at it.

Overall: Best all around airbrush. Can paint a mean piece of plastic, and still lay down a fine line, but not necessarily the best. Something that can be used for both fine lines and general coverage without too much hassle.

No rules, no cost limitations, no theories.....your best biased opinion from use would be most appreciated!! Even if one airbrush fits all categories, lets hear your input!!


*****Disclaimer***** For those of you who adore Aztek, I know as a fact that Mike has never owned one or used one. This Top 3 only represents airbrushes that he has personally used, please do not feel left out and/or disgruntled. I want everyone to know this is a very Biased list, and probably will not reflect your own personal opinions. I think that covers it Mike, lol Fire away!!Tongue [:P]Wink [;)]Big Smile [:D]
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