My First Airbrush Kit

After almost 1 year, I finally found some time to post another entry on this blog.

Not sure though when will be the next.

But, I'll think about that later.

So, as a hobbyist, we usually want to take another step to level up on our chosen hobby. May it be boarding, singing, dancing or what not.

It so happened that for my hobby, it's actually collecting toys and building model kits, Gundam model kits specifically.

What are Gundam model kits? [Click Here - From WikiPedia]

Now that you have some idea what Gundam model kits are, or gunpla for short, it's time to show you my latest acquisition for my ever growing arsenal of building these robots.

Ohhh... A white box.

*Drum roll*

What's that in the box you ask?

Well it's a generic compact airbrush.

Now, if you are asking what airbrush is, then, go here, like the previous one, this is from WikiPedia.

So to continue on, again, that thing in the box is a generic compact airbrush.

I purchased it from Lazada Ph, but please note that this post is nowhere being sponsored by the said shop.

So from here on out, I will be showing you pictures of what're in the white box.

This airbrush, according to its description in the website, is intended for make up, art, and tattooing.

It also mentioned craft, cake and model, but no specific information on what kind of model otherwise. So this is clearly a "buy at your own risk" thing.

First off...

The Airbrush

The included airbrush is a gravity feed dual action airbrush.

It also comes with a wrench-like add on for disassembling in case you need to clean the needle.

And of course, a dropper.

A clearer look on the airbrush.

To the right

To the left

Top view

Top view without the cap of the cup

Bottom view

 As you can see, this airbrush already has a fitting in case you want to get a quick release adapter.

For the mean time, I won't be availing of any yet as I am still a complete noob.

It also comes with a braided nylon hose.

I mean, of course it needs to come with that, how on earth will I be able to use this if it misses that.

Next is the air compressor.

Just a tad bit smaller than my wallet

Right view of the mini air compressor.

25psi maximum pressure - good thing we only need 15-20psi for the acrylics

From left to right.

Air outlet. Adjust valve. Power suppy socket.

110-250v Power Supply

 The power supply of the air compressor is an auto volt type so you really won't have any problem of buying a separate transformer.

This actually is a plus for me as I am from the Philippines.

For God made the world and everything else is made in China.

 And comes the other parts that came with these things.

Yes it comes with moisture trap as well as an airbrush holder.

The thingamajig that you need to dismantle the airbrush to maintain it with the dropper.

And of course, the manual.
I will read the manual.-says no man ever

So that's everything that came with the box together with the plastic wrappings and the bubble pouches.

And I present to you.

My very first airbrush kit.

Right side

Left side

Top side - which was taken when the kit arrived.

So I tried this using distilled water to see if it works,

Drop by drop

It actually works and for something that is less than $40 (1,965 Php) for both the compressor and the airbrush, I am pretty satisfied with how it blows the liquid out.

And since this will be my very first airbrush, and will learn from it, I think this will help me understand how to mix and apply the paint to the kits that I will be making.

So for those like me who are looking for an airbrush so that they can somehow level up in this hobby, and for those who will be asking me for the link, check below.

Again, this is in no way sponsored by Lazada nor am I being forced to post this.

Link: This way to Lazada's 1965 Php Airbrush

Also, since I'm already at it, I bought some necessary things in learning airbrushing.

Funnels for pouring in the liquid to those condiment containers.

Denatured alcohol for cleaning the airbrush.

An oil and sauce dispenser to be re-purposed and modified as an airbrush cleaning pot.

And disposable spoons to try spraying or airbrushing paint.

For these 5 things, I actually managed to shell out just a bit over $15 (308 Php).

That's everything for this! As I need to start learning as soon as I can for my future project.

'Til next time!