i need to by an airbrush,can anyone tell me the difference between a single and double action airbrush,and what would be the best for me to buy(make and type).thank-you
Get yourself a double action brush. There are so many advantages a double has over a single. As a double can be set up as a single and become a double just by pulling the trigger back. There great for doing high detail work on fish namely spots.
As for what brush, I prefer Aztec. They have made there brush with the quality I like. No neddles to bend,since I like to drop things. If you drop another brush and bend a neddle well you need to get a new neddle. Plus they are easy to set up for spot patterns. Now others will tell you that there are better brushes and mabey so.
I have tried Pasche ( spelled wrong) from the H to the Vl series, and had no luck. The choice will be yours in the long run. What fills good in your hand and works the best for you. So it's hard to say and tell you what name brand you should buy.
Got to agree with Frank, I originally started with a single action and went to a double action. My favorite is the Paasche H model...
But you have to decide what works best for you, and which one you are most comfortable with.........Have a great day, Kent
Scott,
A single action air brush works by setting the nozzle of the brush for the density of paint expelled. By pressing the actuation button, this amount of paint is always expelled. To increase or decrease that amount, the nozzle has to be re-adjusted.
A double action brush works with a set nozzle, however, a metering pin is either protracted or retracted into the nozzle allowing either more or less paint go through the nozzle. Double action guns work by pressing the button down and gently tilting it. Moving this toggle button forward or rearward will allow either more or less paint to go through the nozzle.
As I have trouble walking and chewing gum, I prefer the single action brush. Using the double takes coordination that I seem to sorely lack. Like Frank and Kent said, you need to find one that fits what you need and what your preference is. When you do, you can bet that will be the BEST one to have.
I bought an IWATA Eclipse. Made in Japan, all metal construction. Very good quality. $89 @ Dixieart.com
I have to agree with Mr Roof---for beginners especially, a paasche H series is hard to beat. it's reliable and it's simplicity makes it much easier to operate. I paint about 500 bass a year, and have a bank of H brushes.I have VL brushes, and i've tried badgers and binks, but for my everyday use, the H is for me.
Two more advantages are the price--about 30.00, and availability, you will have much less trouble finding parts for the paasche--most taxidermy companies carry them, as do many arts and crafts stores, like Michaels, and Hobby Lobby.
Eventually, you'll find the brush that suits you best. but you might as well begin your search with the basics.
Good Luck,
Dave
Thanks guys for your feedback,it's nice yo know that I'm not without help in this great craft that I have discovered.