Test & Review Of Harbor Freight's New Airbrush And Compressor Combo - Is It Worth It ?
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- Today I Test Out Harbor Freight's New Airbrush & Compressor Combo Pack.
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Just picked up this kit and I'm excited to get started in the world of airbrushing. I wanted to let people know that if you signup for Harbor Freight emails, periodically, you will get a coupon for 25% off any 1 item. It lists in the exclusions that compressors do not apply. I found that this exclusion is referring to the large shop compressors. I was able to pick up this kit for $75 + tax. Keep an eye out for these coupons.
I got mine with the 25% discount, too. Such a good deal, I couldn't pass it up.
It's about time someone honestly reviewed an inexpensive product fairly. You dont have to hundreds for decent airbrush and compressor.
Hello...Just a quick lesson for you ,,,The air brush is a replica of an (IWATA), If you want a fine line spray, you need to remove the first end cap on the front,,this will give you a finer line. note: there will be 2 pieces of end cap,,you only need to remove the first one..Good Luck..
Thanks alot. Very good advice
Mine didnt even come with the end piece, just a bare needle 😢
I bought the central pneumatic which was $85-90 4-5 days ago, today it has a 25% off coupon 😑 anyways that one doesn’t let you regulate the pressure so it’s always sitting at 50-60 PSI do you know a trick to lower to PSI even though it doesn’t have a regulator?
What iwata is it a replica of? Model?
@@adamtoth3611 the HP model
I bought this nail gun as we were planning to renew all the fencing in our back garden. As this involved 19 double slatted fence panels, 10 of which needed to be cut down in size, we knew there would be a need for a great th-cam.com/users/postUgkxHQsUrwNr5GQrnx9V4xDdUr56qxwuiBHt deal of re-stapling the wooden slats to the wooden framework. Each alteration required the re-stapling of 62 wooden slats with double staples. Prior to starting the work we ordered sufficient additional staples as per the instructions with the gun.The gun performed fantastically throughout the entire project with no jams of misfires. The adjustable power was excellent allowing the staples to be fired into the 8mm slats to the correct depth. For the price paid this was a bargain and it proved itself to be so reliable and versatile making an arduous task much quicker and professional. I cannot recommend this product highly enough and it will be used on many other projects in the future.
Bought this a month ago. It has worked great. New to airbrush and for $120 this set has done everything I’ve wanted. I live in an apartment so we can’t have a noisy compressor. This thing is very quiet. We also had the problem of a leaky, quick connect. Our solution was pipe tape( ptfe) and not tighten it onto the hose fitting too tightly. Too tight buckles the o-ring. So pleased with the set. Good review that I agree with.
Thank you for you insightful video. I enjoyed seeing the professional results you have obtained (and what others can also obtain) with a modest airbrush kit. Also, the external tank is a MUST as you pointed out. Eventually a newcomer like myself would want to work up to an airbrush with the external tank. Thanks again for your video.
And thank you for being so thorough and showing this harbor freight airbrush and air compressor 👌👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks! Very helpful. Particularly in the different examples of application. Made feel good about my purchase.
Thanks for the great review! Just getting into airbrushing. I think this kit will do me well, and watching you will help me learn tips and tricks! Thanks again!
Love your work. You not only give a review. You throw in some techniques. Thank you so much. Heading out to get one now..... Well maybe after one more of your videos
Great tutorial review on their Airbrush. I've been contemplating painting my h.o.scale flex track and whether to get this airbrush kit or just use spray paint in a can. The advantage to the airbrush is doing weathering of the sleepers as well. Thanks for sharing this video and I'm viewing it from Delmar, Delaware.
Awesome video very detailed testing of this airbrush/air compressor from Harbour Freight. I was about to purchase this but I wasn't sure. Now I am sure because of your you-tube channel. Anyways be safe out there and have a blessed day. Aloha from Kansas
Thank you for doing this video. I bought the same one with my Christmas money and so can’t wait to get started. I’m gonna do models and t-shirts. Thank you so much. Have a great day.
Thank you very much for doing this review, I really appreciate it. Really shocked on how well it performed.
Yeah, this one turned out good 👍
I'm very new to airbrushing and picked up two air brush kits from Harbor Freight based on your reviews. The Avanti kit is on sale through 1/17/22. Picking one up tomorrow. Thanks for all you do.
Thanks for the review! I recently got the bug to start customizing my action figures and I wasn't sure about getting a Harbor Freight airbrush as entry level equipment. I'm glad you included a good pressure level and cleaning instructions.
So how did it work out for you
I just picked this up to get started. Timing is everything. Thanks for the private lesson.
I kinda like it. I always wanted to try airbrushing my models. To be fair, I am nowhere near as dedicated as you guys are with the hobby. I mean, I didn't even know half of this stuff even existed until I started browsing some of you model builders on YT, and I've been randomly building model cars since I was about 10. Don't judge me...
Legitamite review, thank you! I have made my purchase with your help. First timer here and will start with the Avanti.
Great review! Just about to buy this setup and was wondering how well it worked. Thanks for taking the time to do a review!
Great video. I just purchased this and it was delivered today. Tomorrow I am going to break mine out and plan to do a video on it as well. I was curious what was already out there and your video is absolutely awesome. Thank you for sharing it. I am not an airbrush expert but it looks like you are very skilled and experienced. I look forward to learning more from your channel. Liked and subscribed!
I just found your videos this morning and I must say I’m very impressed and very grateful for the hard work you’ve done in making these informative videos. Thank you sir!
You're welcome buddy
Thanks for review of Harbor Freight’s air brush. Just getting back into model building and never used air brush prior.
Reviews as yours help the novice along with pros- well call it as one sees fit.
Will check out Harbor Freight next week, improved merchandise has better quality along with savings. Thanks again.
Thanks for the great review. This is a great value for the price.
I've used my cheap hardware store airbrush that's similar to this one for almost 40 years. It's been a trusted workhorse for a long time.
There are some aftermarket needle and tip sets that interchange. If you're wanting to do fine lines. As well as bigger needle and tip, for heavier coverage. If you're new to this, that can save you some money. Hobby Lobby I know carries some, from Badger and Iwata.
Thank you I just picked this kit up it's the 1st time I'm gonna try Painting with just about anything. Other than I Spray can. 🤫🤯
I have the Harbor Freight airbrush and compressor kit from when they were selling them under the Central Pneumatic brand. Nothing fancy, but it works.
The modo mk-12 straight out of the bottle is suited for brush painting. They recommend a 1 to 3 thinning rate on the bottle for airbrushing, I personally use about a 1:2.5 paint/thinner with a .3 procon and around 15-20 psi.
You weren't kidding about the amount of special Q-tips that come in a box. I bought a box and It was so full it wouldn't stay closed they had to put the box inside of a plastic bag to keep the Q-tips from jumping out!
More to the point of this video our local harbor freight hasn't had an airbrush in the 2 months i've been looking. Maintenance guy at work does scale models for cash and though he much prefers his Iwata he said the harbor freight brush he has was surprisingly decent. I don't do many scale models anymore but I wanted one for priming minatures and for terrain pieces but they seem to be always out.
Great video Rex!
I can't appreciate this review video enough this will definitely do what I need it to do for sure!
Great review!
Looks a lot like the generic "Hseng" air compressors which sold under a lot of brand names. I picked up a very similar one from Aldi Australia under the brand name Ferrex - the compressor is pretty much identical except for the airbrush holder and it came with a cheap siphon airbrush and rubber hose, but the entire kit was $80 AUD. Local hobby store sells them too and there's some variants with tanks.
I'm also noticing that the vents on the side and the heat sink on top look exactly like the old Central Pneumatic also sold by harbor freight. Looks to me like they added the airbrush holder and painted it a different color.
I just bought one of these and I'm happy with it. I just used teflon tape to prevent air leaks but I ordered that Grex connector as a back up.
Really appreciate this video and all the details you gave and the demonstration. I'm surprised that little kit can do that!!
I came across your TH-cam channel a month or so back. Your tutorials are very well made, organized, precise and to the point. I particularly like your emphasis on cleaning & maintaining your equipment. To me a very important point that cannot be understated. Love your work, keep 'em coming!
Thanks buddy
@@barbatosrex9473so, i am about to go buy this, if the screw is leaking or I want to upgrade any parts on it, does it use the same things as other airbrush compressors? For example: can I swap out the airbrush or do I need different adaptors and all that
@@mikee9464 it's all the same I believe
Appreciate the video! My girlfriend got me one of these for christmas and I'm really into it so far. My model group and I were talking about what an amazing grunt the Leo was earlier this week lol. Wing was great. Those shakers are amazing too. That's next on my list.
Thanks for the review. I have been contemplating an airbrush system purchase for quite awhile - I think that this one will be a good
place to start. I am curious about spraying finger nail polish. i have purchased many bottles over the years because of the wide range
of colors and different metallic effects. I am looking forward to your review of the newer paints that you showed at the end....thanks !
Awesome test and review. My wife bought this for me for my birthday this year. When I get to the point of painting something....WHEN...I see what she will do for me (first timer too)!
This was a great review, thank you! Im trying to get into air brushing and doing model car kits. This will be great to learn on.
I just got this item and I'm going to test it . The compressor is Quieter then expected thank you for the review. I am just restarting my model making and this is what I needed to see .
I saw this and went out and bought it , not bad ......great equipment for this hobby. Thank you please make more.
Ok I'm convinced. I'm getting this airbrush kit as soon as they post a coupon for it!
Great review! Thanks for this. I have recently got back into the model building world with my oldest son and was looking for a good starter airbrush for us to work with. He is really into cars and that was what I used to build when I was a kid. I appreciate your presentation of this. I just ordered it and will give it a go on our next build as I think this will be a perfect starter airbrush kit for better quality finishes. Thanks!!!
Welcome back to the hobby
Lol! Thats the second time I saw a fitting get launched across a room! Awesome review
Awesome review. And I just ordered the paint shaker. A little pricey but I think it will be worth it.
Excellent video, very helpful. Thanks for doing this.
I just bought this same beginner’s kit and I really like it so far and I will try removing the front cover to the tip to see if it get a finer line,thank you for the review 👍
Thank you for an honest, quality review. I've been watching your videos and looking to get into the hobby. Harbor Freight often gets a bad rep but it seems like the quality of their products has improved over the years. I may consider this as my starter kit before getting into the more expensive airbrushes.
Same here but after moving I don't have a place where I can use my airbrush.
@@danmorgan3685 they make little pop up airbrush booths that you can literally fit on a desk top, they come with a nice vent hose to lead the fumes out of a nearby window , they're about 100 bucks on Amazon?
I’d agree. Harbor freight is for cheaper tools. I don’t know why people pick them apart. It’s like going to Walmart and buying Filet mignon and then complaining that it’s not top notch. Lol but yes they do seem to have gotten a tad better as time goes on. They’re the Walmart of tools!
it really depends, if it has bearings in it, it's probably garbage. But stuff like this tends to be very decent for the price.
Based upon your review and recommendation I took a run to the local Harbor Freight. Picked up a combo set. Caught it on sale for $95. and change, not bad. Tested it out. Seemed to work fairly well all things considered. Did use an aftermarket quick connect. I recently came upon some of your You Tube videos. I have been a modeler for a number of years mainly in the railroad area but have done other things a well. Have been using airbrushes for the past 35 yr. Primarily Binks and Badger hooked up to larger shop air compressors. Like your videos. They are good for the novice airbrushes as well as seasoned users. You have pointed out some tips I was not aware of. Never hurts to share tips and pointers with others in the avocation. Have a question with regard to the old Testors enamels. ( I remember when the were a dime a 1/4 oz. bottle) You mentioned using them in your airbrush. Didn't catch the ratio of thinner to paint. I would suspect a 50/50 paint to thinner or there abouts. In the old days used Floquil... If you have a chance let me know about the mix ratio. Thanks.
Looking to get the HF airbrush kit and stumbled upon your video. Great video and review, seems very honest review thank you!
Thanks for the vid. My tank is very close to yours, also a dual fan. Much less water in the hose line as it runs cooler....
great vid!!!! thanks for showing how some budget gear can actually be decent for rntry level .
Excellent review. Thanks for the video.
I kinda' like the sound of this compressor and how it kicks in and out.... It's almost therapeutic.
Good review!
When you turned the pressure down to 10psi, it started splattering because of the pulsating due to lack of an air tank to buffer the pump/compressor. I run one of those el cheapo $58 Master Airbrush “adjustable” pressure tankless pocket compressor w/ double action airbrush. Also use, again, el cheapo $35 Master Airbrush pistol grip double action airbrush. They all work great, except for the “adjustment” for pressure, it doesn’t really work. But it’s actually amazing how small/thin/fine lines I can spray without the telltale dotting you get from tankless compressors. The 6ft braided hose helps a little
Thanks for the honest review. Looking at getting into painting gundum!!
That's the way to go, much more satisfying than a straight build.
Great review. Subscribed and glad I did. Looking forward to more!
Thanks for the review. It's really helpful. Could recommend what to buy to add to it for those just starting out?
I have had the same basic compressor for about 8Years with zero issues at all
Great review, thank you. Picked one of these up open box for $85. The quick release leaked like in the video. I ordered one from your spraygunner Link for like $8 delivered and I’m good to go. I’m sure that’s why it was returned. I’m in to an upgraded unit for less than the normal $100. 👍
I just bought a portable compressor and air brush combo off amazon, and I can with that exact same air brush, I just used it for the first Time and I'm very new to this hobby, but so far the air brush seems to work well, I like the idea of havin a portable compressor it seems like It would run better on wall power which you can do. And for 90 bucks for the combo isn't a bad entry price for getting into the hobby aswell. I got mine on sale for 65 so really can't complain
This is the compressor I went with when I first started watching your videos. I ended up getting a separate tank and hooked it up to this compressor. Works really good and thanks to you I've learned a lot and even got into building model kits. Thank you so much and keep up the great video.
Adding a tank is always a great idea
@G4L4CTICNORTH Hello,
Yes it is that simple, regulator coupled to the tank and a air hose to the compressor.
Make sure there is a over pressure protection valve in the loop too, in case the regulator fails.
I don't think a regulator has this build in.
And do not forget to drain the water from the tank after every session :-)
I’ve subscribed after watching just 2 videos. Will really help finishing my rockets.
Great video my friend. Im going to get one now. Thank you!
Thank you for making these videos.
Good review. I have one still in the box, I've had it for months now. I'll have to get it out
Awesome review! Based off your video I purchased one today for $108 out the door, just got into miniatures and I’m confident this will work just fine 👍
Bought mine about 4 months ago and I have no issues with it. I use it for both models and art work. The regulator is very serviceable as is the moisture trap. The brush itself is also of good quality. I recommend it to my friends. For the money, it's a good value.
Do you know what brand the replacement needles are?
So after a year how it working?
@Blizz Dog just got mine. The compressor is great but you really need to thin your paint. The airbrush clogs really fast(my fault, not the airbrush). I didn't have the problem with the quick disconnect. I think it is worth the money.
@@robertjensen1438 I’m just going to use it for painting plastic WW2 models so it not going to get a work out lol. Thanks for the reply
Thanks for the great information. I really appreciate it.
Never on the airbrush my life I’ve gotten older and I’m getting back into the model train hobby My intended use is weathering of all the cars and some of the rail I respect your expertise from watching your videos what is something that’s good in quality that I could get even a airbrush upgrade thank you
I actually just picked one of these up a couple of weeks ago after watching your videos and it has been great for a beginner. For what it's worth, the instructions do say to use plumbers tape on the quick connect fitting and the fitting to the compressor, so mine didn't leak. But thanks for the tip on what to look for in other fittings. I could see myself upgrading the airbrush before I upgrade the compressor.
You have it correct, the compressor is the better piece of equipment between the two. With a better airbrush you'll be all set for a while. As a first good quality airbrush I'd go with a Badger Patriot 105
Any idea what connector id have to purchase to address this issue?
Thanks, this was helpful! I picked this Avanti kit up a couple of weeks ago after checking out this video. I'm a total beginner. I paint mostly Warhammer/40K minis. So far so good after a couple of sessions. The cleaning videos on this channel were also very helpful. So far, I have used Vallejo matte black primer and some CItadel air paints. For today's session, I will be using the needle limiting knob and cranking down the pressure to 30PSI.
How did the kit hold up since you posted this?
@@Boonedale Hi, I have done maybe a dozen sessions with this kit over the last 4 months, so I'm not a daily user. I have used it for priming models, terrain objects and laying down base colors. The kit continues to work properly as long as I keep the airbrush clean. I will probably pick up another airbrush for sessions where I'm priming and using airbrush paints. I'm still a pretty basic airbrush user, so the tankless compressor doesn't bother me.
@@josephpatton8869 Sounds good. I'm looking for something to make basecoating larger minis for WH40K/AoS more practical then using a normal brush.
i had the same airbrush for about 2 years now and this year i bought similar chinese compressor, onlt i got the tank version , and it came with a bit more advanced airbrush with 3 needle/jet sizes
in my case the air was leaking next to the compressor so i used teflon tape to seal the threads, quick release was working fine in my set though
compared to my previous plastic tankless compressor that came with the first airbrush it is a gamechanger
for the price i get my set i think they are very begginer friendly, but the more you pay the better set because money not only give you a tank, but also lower screw for air pressure release at the airbrush and few extra needle sizes
i never had any airbrush training but the more i paint with it the better the trains i make gets
one drawback with the gun though, it often not like acrylic paints , some of the paint stays in the nozzle cup and with time clogs the output. i might be thining them at the wrong ratio but the overal i say that is a very good airbrush
my came with plastic air pump in a set for about 30-40$ and the tank compressor with a better airbrush set was about 120$ but the price might vary, my set was unbranded with the importer/shop stickers as the only indication what it was
What an awesome set up! I am jealous of that setup
Thanks buddy, my Fortress Of Solitude 😉
I'm so glad I stumbled onto this review having just got an almost identical one from Amazon... I've had a bit of trouble setting the pressure limit but I think it was an inferior regulator so i replaced it with a sold metal and way higher quality than the supplied one. The one supplied haemorrhaged air through the gauge itself so i imagine it was faulty in some way, however, once changed out for the higher quality one, it's solved the issue. great bit of kit to get you going, and to build up from, and i too have had excellent results from the airbrushes (3 supplied) that came with kit.
So thanks for a great video review, it helped me a lot.
You're welcome buddy
I have the older HF airbrush kit. I didn't care much for the tankless set up, as it changed the pressure instantly so much. My buddy gave me an old junk 2gal air tank I think it was just a tire tank, but I mounted the compressor to it and plumbed it into the tank. Now I can get a pretty decent amount of air before the compressor has to kick back on. May still be a cheaper alternative if someone wants a little more air capacity.
Barbatos Rex WoW I actually just bought this set/up, I agree with everything you have found here, thank you Rex!
You're welcome Shaun
Awesome video. Thank!
Turns out my ol' lady had a paint shaker tucked in the very back of one of her drawers....must've been a different design.... maybe its an immersion type that stirs up big cans of paint... might be why it smells funky too. great vid as always.
If the Avanti brand is the same one I'm thinking of this should be good. They do air handling systems. Yes, its nice to see Harbor Freight step its game up.
I just broke down and bought this kit today. I am hoping to try this out tomorrow after my other supplies show up.
Thank you so much!!!
It's a nice set up. Another viewer just got one too and they said it's way quieter than they imagined
That is Trowa I believe. Gonna pick one of these up tomorrow. Thanks!
Yes Trowa, I haven't seen Wing in a couple of years. I like to re-watch them at least once a year. My wife is watching IBO for the 6th time. It's her favorite show
Thanks, nice review. I have a couple of pancake compressors and a range of airbrushes including a 50 year old Thayer Chandler. This would be a nice, but not needed, for me. This would be a good starter setup.
Awesome video, thanks for the info.👍🏻
Oh I forgot to mention I've been to harbor freight here in the city of Whittier California and they did have some airbrush with compressor I think that you would just meet in my mind that's the compressor I'm going to get with that airbrush kid thank you again for being so in-depth with your review
Well i was unsure about this air brush but you sold me on it thanks plus if you get the exstened warrenty it is worth it!
The old harbor freight combo was and is to this day my airbrush. I’ve never bought another except some lesser quality brushes online but totally serviceable. I’ve greatly enjoyed it and while I’m no expert, it suits me.
Do you know what brand the replacement needles are?
@@robertjensen1438 not offhand but if I were to bet I’d look for a comparable one in design on eBay/Amazon and go from there perhaps.
@@monkeywrangler5200 Thanks for the reply.
@@robertjensen1438 if I ever find one I’ll post. HF does have a replacement parts program too, it’s on their site.
@Monkey Wrangler Thanks I appreciate that. I went ahead and ordered the airbrush set anyway. I was just trying to find a 0.2 needle, is all.
00 is great. I don't know how I stumbled upon this video at 5:30 am. Thanks for testing it with primer also. I am going to be painting some M16 furniture green and maybe some other small jobs and I think this combo meets my needs prettu good. I think it's worth mentioning that over a blower fan I can't even hear the pump, big deal. Nice vid
Good review.... Thank You.
i just bought one last week,works for me
Cool I've had mine for 3 months its still on the shelf, just trying to transition from rattle cans to air brushes, thank you, you made it look easy
Why are you waiting airbrushing is fun and so much better than rattle cans
They are on the web sight. It would work great for a full primer coverage for me. Thanks for sharing. I like to see reviews before I spend the money because I'm limited. 🙂👍
That's what I'm here for 👌
Thank you so much for this! Im going to be getting this to start painting my gaming mouse and a small hobby! Got a link for the fittings?
Good video thank you for the info
I was reviewing and pricing airbrushes and compressors. I ran across this at Harbor Frieght and now you confirmed my selection. I am a beginner using an airbrush, so thank you for this video!!
Honestly man buy a Paasche double action on amazon dude. It's basically paying this harbor freight price nonsense. You'll perform way better results using the .3mm for fine line and .5 for wider of course. "needle"
I've gotten into 40k and painting is my favorite part of the hobby. This is an airbrush I wanted to get because of the price and this is helps. Glad it works and I am looking to get it soon
Did you end up getting it?
@@demi323100 yes I did. Only did basecoats for space Marines so far (space wolves combat patrol) I did a basecoat over black spray can primer then a lighter blue as a highlight. It does it's job but I can see the shortcomings it has even as a newbie. Can't complain though definitely worth my money for the experience level I am at
Trowa (I forget how to spell it) Barton. I haven't watched Gundam Wing in *decades*. So, yeah, thanks for making me feel old.
Excellent review, thank you
You're welcome buddy
Great video, thank you
I got one of the HF older models which is a siphon feed and I think I'm gonna pick this one up as I need one with a gravity feed cup. I generally use my HF 8 gallon air compressor which I can throttle it down to 15 psi. Thanks for the review. I generally use my Badger Anthem 155 airbrush for my models with acrylic paints. I use the HF Chinese one usually for lacquer based paints. Cheers from eastern TN
Do you plan on doing a review or assembly-painting video for the Iwata space ship? That thing looks amazing
I just bought this very one. It works amazing