Good morning!
I’m looking to add an airbrush to my weathering tools. I’ve pretty much settled on gravity feed. I like the Paasche TG-3AS, which, with the three needles and heads, makes for flexible uses. I have a couple of questions or points I’m hoping to get answered:
1. What is double action? I know what it is in a revolver, but not so much in an airbrush. (I figured this one out.)
2. What about trigger-type airbrushes? I’ve seen good reviews on a Gaahleri (assume pronounced “gallery”), but I haven’t heard of them before. Some folks consider trigger types better for comfort, fatigue, & control? (Aware that Iwata makes one, gotta consider co$t)
3. How viable is it to use a “garage type” (inflates tires, runs nail guns, etc.) compressor for airbrushing? The one I have has both a fill and discharge regulator, and a tank large enough to supply all but the longest continuous runs.
4. I presume that the spray flow will be less vigorous than a spray can, allowing for thinner coats, and for chalk work to show better. Is this presumption correct
Oh: I’m working in N scale. I plan to start using it by replacing rattle cans for clear flat and general fading of cars, sealing my chalk work, etc. I do plan to expand into weathering bridges, track, buildings.
It goes without saying that I don’t expect to achieve in N scale the level you guys are attaining in HO.
My general talent level: Above average, a pretty good eye for color, usually able to strike a good balance between accurate color and something that needs to”pop” just a little so it can be seen in N scale. Willing to try different things, but know my limitations. Reasonably steady hand.
Replies eagerly sought.