Howdy Folks,
After a break of 30 years I have recently returned to this fantastic hobby. My main interest is aircraft by the way. I have been having loads of fun with “hairy sticks” – but it is plain to see from the fabulous work on here that airbrushing is the way to go. I have recently been having more fun with good old fashioned “rattle cans” – but I am mesmerized with the realistic looks from pre-shading & the misted dirt from exhausts & gun ports – something I can’t do with a brush or can,
I have been in sales for most of my working life & the term “I’m already sold” springs to mind – I have the cash simply burning a hole in my pocket – but I really don’t want to make an expensive mistake.
I can see that there are loads of “on-line” suppliers & they all seem incredibly reputable – I am sure if they weren’t then they wouldn’t be on the forum.
My stumbling block is – I really want to “try before I buy” & get advice “face to face”. I have asked my local model shops – but they don’t offer airbrushes & can’t think of anywhere I could buy all the kit – apart from on the internet.
So – my question is “does anyone know anywhere in the frozen north where I can”…
Have a chat with someone who has a few airbrush options
Try my hand at a bit of spraying - only bit - just to be sure
Purchase a brush(es) / a compressor / spray booth / all the cleaning “stuff” / paints / thinners
I am based near Manchester & willing to travel at least 100 miles in any direction to find the right advice & supplier.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.