dartman Posted July 16, 2020 Share Posted July 16, 2020 I have a badger 150 and 200 brushes but am looking for a fixed cup airbrush.I have been looking online and see the Master band and was looking for opinions from those who who may have tried them.Now before you tell me to get a paasche or another badger I cant afford them right now.What does everyone think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gman Posted July 16, 2020 Share Posted July 16, 2020 A link to the product you are asking about might yield some results. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dartman Posted July 16, 2020 Author Share Posted July 16, 2020 Master Airbrush Model G22 Multi-Purpose Dual-Action Gravity Feed Airbrush Set with a 0.3mm Tip and 1/3 oz. Fluid Cup - User Friendly, Versatile Kit - Spray Auto Graphics, Art, Crafts, Tattoos, Cake Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dartman Posted July 16, 2020 Author Share Posted July 16, 2020 This one also but a different brand.......HUBEST Professional 0.2mm .3mm .5mm Dual Action Airbrush Spray Paint Gun Kit Complete Set for General-Purpose Art-and-Craft Projects Tattoo Model-Railroad Detailing R/C Car Bodies Plastic Kits Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave G. Posted July 16, 2020 Share Posted July 16, 2020 (edited) A good compromise is to fit one of your existing brushes with the accessory side mounted open top metal cup. Best of both worlds for about $12. I use one on my Badger 200 almost 100% of the time because thats my .25 nozzle brush used for fine mists or detail. But I use it my Paasche H for small jobs too. But then I still have the jars for big jobs like my wife's ceramics clear coating with varnish with H and medium nozzle. The Masters work ok after a little tuning up. Mostly that's polishing the needle. The tip O rings deteriorate quickly but bees wax makes a better seal anyway so that's no big deal. I think you will find that to be true of the Hubest as well. Edited July 16, 2020 by Dave G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gman Posted July 16, 2020 Share Posted July 16, 2020 7 hours ago, dartman said: Master Airbrush Model G22 Multi-Purpose Dual-Action Gravity Feed Airbrush Set with a 0.3mm Tip and 1/3 oz. Fluid Cup - User Friendly, Versatile Kit - Spray Auto Graphics, Art, Crafts, Tattoos, Cake The reviews on Amazon are all over the map, so I suppose for the price there isn't much harm in trying one. Quality control won't be consistent with a "clone" or knock-off product- you may get lucky, or you may need to tweak things. It sounds like it is a knock-off of an Iwata, and some reviewers say Iwata parts are interchangeable. Another option for you might be an Iwata Neo series brush- a lower priced airbrush with the gravity feed option. As you might expect from a Chinese made airbrush, QC also varies from airbrush to airbrush, but these are made in Taiwan (usually considered a cut above mainland China) and backed by an actual Iwata warranty. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=iwata+neo&ref=nb_sb_noss_1 (would depend on whether you can justify the extra cost for manufacturer support) https://sites.google.com/site/donsairbrushtips/neo-for-iwata Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stinkybritches Posted July 16, 2020 Share Posted July 16, 2020 Hobby Lobby has the Iwata for $5 less than Amazon https://www.hobbylobby.com/Crafts-Hobbies/Model-Kits/Airbrushes/Iwata-NEO-CN-Gravity-Feed-Dual-Action-Airbrush/p/868 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted July 16, 2020 Share Posted July 16, 2020 For $20.00 it's certainly worth a try. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kurth Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 A gravity feed airbrush is a great investment.The thing to really watch for when you are looking inexpensive airbrushes is the availability of replacement parts. It is inevitable that even with careful handling you might bend a needle or loose a nozzle. Some of the really cheap airbrushes do not seem to offer replacement parts. At which point, you need to replace the whole airbrush. My understanding is that Master is one of the better choices for an inexpensive airbrush, but I have not used one myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 1 hour ago, kurth said: A gravity feed airbrush is a great investment.The thing to really watch for when you are looking inexpensive airbrushes is the availability of replacement parts. It is inevitable that even with careful handling you might bend a needle or loose a nozzle. Some of the really cheap airbrushes do not seem to offer replacement parts. At which point, you need to replace the whole airbrush. My understanding is that Master is one of the better choices for an inexpensive airbrush, but I have not used one myself. The nice thing is, with a $20.00 investment, why mess with replacement parts. It's kind of like re-soling a pair of $25.00 shoes. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kurth Posted July 17, 2020 Share Posted July 17, 2020 (edited) On 7/16/2020 at 2:14 AM, dartman said: I have a badger 150 and 200 brushes but am looking for a fixed cup airbrush.I have been looking online and see the Master band and was looking for opinions from those who who may have tried them.Now before you tell me to get a paasche or another badger I cant afford them right now.What does everyone think? I thought about this a little more, since you have a badger 150, you can buy a 100 or 100LG body and convert the 150 into a badger 100, which is a gravity feed airbrush. https://usaairbrushsupply.com/products/shell-model-100g-w-needle-bearing. The body is $25.02 There is also a 200 Gravity feed body: https://usaairbrushsupply.com/products/shell-airbrush-body-model-200g-with-needle-bearing You can make your 200 a gravity feed. I have done several badger mashups and many parts are interchangeable. Just a thought. Edited July 17, 2020 by kurth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dartman Posted July 18, 2020 Author Share Posted July 18, 2020 Wow,that is a good idea,I did not think of doing that. Thanks for the Idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dartman Posted July 18, 2020 Author Share Posted July 18, 2020 On 7/17/2020 at 5:57 PM, StevenGuthmiller said: The nice thing is, with a $20.00 investment, why mess with replacement parts. It's kind of like re-soling a pair of $25.00 shoes. Steve I had thought of that,if you have a problem after a year or three pick up a new one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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