Reddit mentions of Iwata-Medea Pistol Grip Moisture Filter

I think it's cool you want to pick up a hobby your father had. It will be a nice reminder every time you pick up the gun.

I use this 100% for miniatures, and it works great!!

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Alright, here is the list I bought. It's a bit more than you want to spend, but this will ensure you can get going right away, and not be frustrated. I did a fair amount of research on different forums, sites, and youtube videos. If you want to know why I chose something, feel free to ask. I was going to bold the ones that you absolutely need, but I would say everything in the first set are a must.

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• Airbrush - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BQKFAI/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• Compressor - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00TDNKBMC/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (One of the quietest compressors - I use it in the house and my gf can't hear it kick on, and she sleeps in the room right above it.)
  
• Airbrush Hose - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BF7NJ78/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• Moisture Trap - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BQO8WY/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• Couplers - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003TFE7WK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (Didn't need this big of a set, but if you end up with tools for the compressor they will come in handy.)
  
• Airbrush Cleaner kit - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y3MG6Z4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• Respirator - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00004Z4EB/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• Extra Filters - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NTP9MDO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
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• Cleaner - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003TJA0S6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• Thinner - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002X6DTHK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
• Improver - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QD780G0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o09_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
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• Primer I use for minis - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004BMZVMK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
  
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  For the compressor, I keep mine at about 18-20 while doing miniatures and it's perfect.
  
  I do 1 drop Improver, 5 drops thinner, and 6 drops primer and have perfect flow.
  
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  Feel free to ask any questions! Good luck!
  
  Hvstle

https://imgur.com/gallery/8qkPJlw

I had it slightly wrong. It's a female quick release tip, then male to male nipple, then regulator, then male to male adapter, then female to male adapter, then hose. I THINK all the fittings are 1/4", and the house adapter 1/8". I've also heard the threads on the hose aren't the US standard or something so make sure it fits on whatever adapter you find. Assuming you can get to a home depot, you can probably just show them this pic as well as bringing your compressor and hose in.

I run the compressor at about 60 psi, then fine tune with the second regulator.

I love the eclipse. It's basically the standard for a first non-cheap airbrush. It can spray both narrow and wide, and the large nozzle size can handle metallics and matte coats without clogging. The nozzle is very easy to damage irreparably if you're not careful. You can get a replacement at Hobby Lobby, but it'll be roughly 20 bucks with the coupon.

I bought the airbrush from Hobby Lobby with the 40% off coupon, and it came with one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/Iwata-Medea-Pistol-Grip-Moisture-Filter/dp/B000BQO8WY

It's second stage moisture trap but it also makes the airbrush more comfortable to hold. I don't think Amazon carries the pistol grip bundle. Not a necessity but I like it.

I've sprayed a lot of stuff through mine, But the best paint right out of the bottle i've tried is Vallejo air. It was easiest to start with in my opinion not wanting to fuss or try to get thinning right.


And I cant recommend an inline filter/water trap enough. I have a filter on the compressor and an inline next to the gun, really makes a difference on the end result

http://www.amazon.com/Iwata-Medea-Pistol-Grip-Moisture-Filter/dp/B000BQO8WY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1412622478&sr=8-2&keywords=water+filter+iwata

Reviews say this one is a knock off, but this is what they look like, any local hobby store should have em. or on tcpglobal.com