Designed by pros for professional results, Badger’s bright new gravity feed Krome airbrush outshines other detail airbrushes It features a “glide coat” finished trigger and rocker lever for a friction free trigger stroke. Isn't the Renegade series supposed to be their new pro series? This boht airbrush are my recomendation if you want to buy your first professional Airbrush. ... Iwata Eclipse HP-CS Review. I really can't see what would be bad about the 0.33mm setup? Probably because they rather sell one of each of these airbrushes, or maybe even more important, want people that are looking for better detailing capabilities to buy the HP-B instead of buying a 0.2mm setup for their CR. Iwata Smart Jet Compressor. Move up to the .070 needle like the Badger 360 or Anthem use and I definitely notice the transition. Despite the small nozzle size, the Krome and the Iwata CS has the same linear flow angle. It comes with a 5 years warranty against manufacturing defects. If you are experienecd, the Krome is a far better detail brush. I'm torn between the Krome and the Iwata HP-CS for my first airbrush.I'll mainly be base coating and pre-shading with enamels, so the .21 needle set wouldn't be used as much as the .33 set. I Have my Krome with the .22 set up and NEVER change it! The Iwata is capable for a wide range and master of none. See photo on this page. dual action, suction feed approx $59 2. All three are excellent and good AB for modeling. The bigger physical size of the CS nozzle is a plus when I have to take it apart for more thorough cleaning occasionally. In the Paasche VL, for instance, the medium and large needles have a double taper, but the fine doesn't. I found that Iwata user are usually less concerned about the needle damage because the needle is more springy, thus less prone to damage or bending. Most seem to go completely the opposite way, and try emulate the ergonomics of full-sized spray-guns instead. Tamiya Airbrush Cleaner 250 ml Bottle #87089. I know Badger has great customer service, and cheaper parts. Last, compared to the CS, how easy is it to clean the Krome?I know Badger has great customer service, and cheaper parts. They can all use the same parts and require no tools unless you want to take apart the airvalve. Both are good for general modeling tasks. Not much difference between the needle and tip in a Sotar and a Renegade. :-). Want to see more forum, less google ads ? I've never had any problem with normal tapered needles, not even silly long taper needles as some of the older Rich's. Badger Needle Bearing. Also an Amazon E-book and paperback of tips. Its really great info which I do take on board as there`s nothing better than experience guiding you along . The Iwata is easier to use and clean but will not do the fine work the Krome will. It is less a concern with larger nozzle size. Iwata feels to me like a balance between the two. The “Krome 2 in 1” RK-1 Airbrush. Badger SOTAR 20/20 review: The badger SOTAR 20/20 is a dual action, internal mix, gravity feed airbrush. I change from a Paasche H to an Iwata HP-CS and never look back. I think you will find that double tapers are mostly used in larger sizes. Without thinking, he did the same thing and paint leaked back into the air valve and trigger assembly. See the full review of the IWATA Eclipse. IWATA AIRBRUSH; BADGER AIRBRUSH SETS; BADGER SPARE PARTS. "Problem" is that most high end airbrushes already are tuned to what the manufacturer consider be the best setting. I really can't see the point in having them at all. I.e, the only one on the 0.21 needle. Badger has a rougher, stouter trigger feel that's always reminded me of a truck or utility vehicle. I do not see what can be gain from changing to the 0.33 mm needle which has a double taper at the end and a larger linear flow angle. You can do all airbrushing with the Krome at .22, It just takes longer. Comparing the Eclipse .35 and Krome .33 needles, the taper on the Eclipse needle is longer than the Krome needle. I am looking for folks experience with the Iwata vs. what you feel is a comparable AB from Badger. I have not used the 0.33 mm setup with the Krome and am not saying that it is bad. Let's face it, there's a learning curve with whatever brush you start with. Iwata HP-CR Revolution Airbrush. I use a Badger Patriot 105 with the fine set up ( about .5 or below) for more general coverage work. If you are experienecd, the Krome is a far better detail brush. Iwata Eclipse HP CS Review Introduction: The Iwata-Medea Eclipse HP CS is a gravity feed airbrush. It's true that the smallest needles and tips will be more finicky as far as paint mix and pressure but once you learn that, you can do anything. I Have my Krome with the .22 set up and NEVER change it! There's more of a taper on the CR needle than there is on the 105 Patriot needle, both are listed as .050mm, but I really don't notice that the taper is there when spraying. The Badger Renegade Velocity superfine or Krome use Badger Parts # R-003 needle and the Rage uses Badger Parts # R-004 needle. Discussion in 'Airbrushes' started by Rincewind, Feb 10, 2017. The only caveat is that Iwata needles feel more solid and sturdy compared to Badger needles so they "feel" like they are less easy to bend, which is one of the biggest/common mistakes when first owning and maintaining an airbrush. Iwata Eclipse Series:Versatility, reliability and performance. I actually quite liked it, just had problems getting my head around the needle design and all-or-nothing paint delivery.