TransAmMike Posted November 22, 2020 Share Posted November 22, 2020 Does anyone have the Iwata TR-1 or TR-2 Trigger airbrush? I like the idea of the trigger like a spray gun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattg Posted November 22, 2020 Share Posted November 22, 2020 (edited) I have a Mr. Hobby PS-290, which (apart from the built in pressure screw) is identical to the Iwata HP-TH. Both are manufactured by Olympos, as most Japanese airbrushes, and spare parts are interchangable. I'm very happy with it, but I think adding the grip is a must. Edited November 22, 2020 by mattg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
935k3 Posted November 22, 2020 Share Posted November 22, 2020 (edited) LO Look at this Procon PS-290 Same quality half the price. When you get a trigger type nothing else will be as fun to use. I have this airbrush and absolutely love it. I think the pre-order thing is a website error. I have had mine for 2 years and there are 25 reviews.. Contact them if you are interested. Edited November 22, 2020 by 935k3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattg Posted November 22, 2020 Share Posted November 22, 2020 There is also the PS-275 which comes with a 0.3mm needle/nozzle instead of the 0.5mm and it can't do fan patterns. I use the PS-290 for car bodies and other large surface work, for small parts and detail work I prefer my HP-M1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
935k3 Posted November 22, 2020 Share Posted November 22, 2020 9 minutes ago, mattg said: I have a Mr. Hobby PS-290, which (apart from the built in pressure screw) is identical to the Iwata HP-TH. Both are manufactured by Olympos, as most Japanese Airbrushes, and spare parts are interchangable. I'm very happy with it, but I think adding the grip is a must. I agree about the grip. I got the one for the Tamiya trigger type and it fits perfectly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattg Posted November 22, 2020 Share Posted November 22, 2020 Yes, the grips are interchangeable as well between Mr. Hobby, Iwata and Tamiya. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted November 22, 2020 Author Share Posted November 22, 2020 The PS-275/290 looks great but the Iwata (for $129.00 less 40% at HobbyLobby) is more in my price range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodent Posted November 22, 2020 Share Posted November 22, 2020 3 hours ago, TransAmMike said: The PS-275/290 looks great but the Iwata (for $129.00 less 40% at HobbyLobby) is more in my price range. Does your HL allow discounts on airbrushes? The ones around here have the "your price" stickers on them and the coupon does not apply. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted November 22, 2020 Author Share Posted November 22, 2020 Well Steve, thats a good question. I guess I could try an order online and try to do the discount to see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted November 22, 2020 Author Share Posted November 22, 2020 Update: It appears you are right Steve. I did an order for the airbrush and put the discount code in and it still showed the $129 price.? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High octane Posted November 23, 2020 Share Posted November 23, 2020 How does the Iwata compare to the GREX airbrush? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Pol Posted November 23, 2020 Share Posted November 23, 2020 Price Nick that is the difference I have both airbrushs and don`t notice any difference Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
935k3 Posted November 23, 2020 Share Posted November 23, 2020 1 hour ago, High octane said: How does the Iwata compare to the GREX airbrush? I think the Grex has an extra seal that can be problematic from what I have read on other forums. For the money the Procon /Mister Hobby cannot be beat. The trigger type is addicting in a good way. I have two Iwatas and the PS290 spray and quality are very much the same Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinfan5 Posted November 23, 2020 Share Posted November 23, 2020 3 hours ago, 935k3 said: I think the Grex has an extra seal that can be problematic from what I have read on other forums. For the money the Procon /Mister Hobby cannot be beat. The trigger type is addicting in a good way. I have two Iwatas and the PS290 spray and quality are very much the same Dale is right, once I got the PS275/90 I havent gone back to using my Iwata's ,I just got so addicted to using it( I only really use the PS275) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted November 23, 2020 Author Share Posted November 23, 2020 Thanks for the input guys, I guess now I need to know if to go with the #5 or #3 Tip. The Procon has my attention for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinfan5 Posted November 24, 2020 Share Posted November 24, 2020 (edited) FWIW, I use the .3/.35 tips WAY more than I do the .5 Edited November 24, 2020 by martinfan5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted January 2, 2021 Author Share Posted January 2, 2021 On 11/21/2020 at 11:32 PM, mattg said: I have a Mr. Hobby PS-290, which (apart from the built in pressure screw) is identical to the Iwata HP-TH. Both are manufactured by Olympos, as most Japanese airbrushes, and spare parts are interchangable. I'm very happy with it, but I think adding the grip is a must. Got the PS-275 from my Daughter for Christmas but waiting for a suitable day to try it out. Where can I find the "grip" you guys' talk about?? I can't find one online anywhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
my66s55 Posted January 2, 2021 Share Posted January 2, 2021 42 minutes ago, TransAmMike said: Got the PS-275 from my Daughter for Christmas but waiting for a suitable day to try it out. Where can I find the "grip" you guys' talk about?? I can't find one online anywhere. I have these 2 airbrushes. The NEO has a pistol grip. The GSI doesn't. The NEO is .3 and the GSI Creos Mr. Airbrush Procon Boy PS-290 0.5mm Pistol Trigger Type is .5. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted January 2, 2021 Author Share Posted January 2, 2021 Looking for the grips for the trigger tho!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
935k3 Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 Try this link at spraygunner.com https://spraygunner.com/search.php?page=2§ion=product&search_query=grip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattg Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 You can use the Iwata K200 grip which is more easily available and fits perfectly. I use it on my PS 290. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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