QUOTE: Originally posted by molenz
I need an AB that can do fine lines with no splatter but can also put out a broad spray for base coats etc.
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Molenz, first congrats on deciding to get an airbrush. You'll never look back
second, fine lines with no splatter is a myth. There will always be splatter just keep in mind that it is relative and you try to minimize it. If you expect to be able to sign checks with your airbrush right off you might come up a little short. BTW: writeing your name in cursive as small as you can is a great practice excersize.
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I'd like replies from people who have used any of these AB's and their thoughts on the ability to do detail work, ease of cleaning, reliability and action (ease of use and trigger control).
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I don't overclean my AB's. I just spray lacquer thinner through until clear and swish with a nylon paintbrush. Switch to next color and move on. More you take it apart, the more problems will come.
MikeV did have a great write up on cleaning though around here somewhere.
My two main AB's are Badger 175 for big and 100G for small. 100G works oK for big too. Alot of people recommend the anthem, you should consider that one too.
This picture was done with my 100G Medium. It doesn't really show off the true ability of the AB because I was going for a soft edge on the camo. Put it this way though, the dots could have been painted with the AB but I did them with a brush to save time.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v325/tarmac04/jagd/060805_family.jpg
EDIT: both are 1/72 - ie they fit about in a hand.