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MEDIA MODELLING - 24th March 2024 From 10.00 One our regular shows in At Hall Hanslope Village Hall, Newport Road, Hanslope, MK19 7NZ Near Milton Keynes. Photos of previous events : http://www.hamex.co.uk/HaMeX-Content.html Displays, traders, and catering at the K9 Cafe Entry £2

Hi, At the moment we are working out what we are going to do, both the tools and home (an acre is a large garden!) to downsize to. Once we get our lives sorted out I'm hoping to restart the lenses, wires and some more of the range, probably via ebay. At the moment we are looking at all the options, Malvern is top of the list at the moment for moving, but we'll see how things go.

Thanks for all the kind words. I am thinking about a smaller retail offering later in the year and if I can get to shows! Smallspace show Hanslope 16th July Hanslope will be the next event.... as it's one I'm part of. We are hoping to have the Whomobile to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Who with lots more displays. Hopefully we will also have John Leeson along as one of the Guests, more info in this link........ http://www.hamex.co.uk/smallspace/smallspace-gen/smallspace-gen.html Thanks, Paul

Just to let everyone know that we have now closed Modellingtools.co.uk Mainly long covid for3 years . At the moment we are looking at some different sector of Hobby /Modelling Market. I'm hoping to get to some shows this year & will see some of you there. Many thanks for your support over the last 20 years. Paul

Hi, Thanks for posting. Will you be offering a version of the Bremen in any scale? The 100th anniversary of the Atlantic Flight is in a few years.

Does anyone know if the Junkers 33 kits were issued? I've been looking out for onesince they were announced..... .....I suspect they were a casulty of Putin's action. Paul

No, if you want a 0.3mm, you may be able to install a 0.3mm Sparmax brush, but I haven't tried it, Paul

Probably the TC-501G have a chat to sounds like the pressure switch has failed contact www.air-craft.net they should have the spares.

Sounds like the pressure switch is either stuck or has failed. Spares are available, I would check with air-craft.net for spares.

There are several things to look at.... What air pressure can the brush put out, what is the spec of the paint nozzle/needle, how long the charge lasts, how long to recharge the air supply, paint cup sizes ava.... etc.. Airbrushes can be used for a variety of applications. I remember demos that Ian Peacock once had a customer that wanted suet airbrushed...I think it was for a tv advert ! Personally the normal mains air compressor, will be the norm, for a long time. There is something about hold a good quality airbrush with precision components that can be configured for the job you need doing that is very satisfying.

My usual advice is if it's not performing as you would expect it to, contact the supplier & see what they say. I suspect it's made in China & quality doesn't appear to be as good as units like the Taiwanese Sparmax units. One other thing to check is the warranty, would expect it to be 2 years.

Am looking forwards to a modellingtools lite, possibly shows only. Want to revive car kits car kits and detailing products, plus, some new modelling ranges that haven't been seen at shows. ....... Time will tell! Paul

Hi, A new year update.... Website now orders now blocked & we are in the process of closing the current business down. (70% Illness 30% now more traders in our part of the market.) I am looking at new products to bring to the market mid year, but not rushing things I want to get back to making models & need to earn some money at some point! Happy New Year Everyone, Paul

Personaly I would stick with H&S. 0.15, 0.2, 0.4 & 0.6mm nozzles covers a wide range. But I would go to the Evolution Silverline 2in1 or the Infinity cr+ 2in1 .

After you remove the needle from the back, the air cap and paint nozzle unscrew from the from of the brush as a unit and the nozzle just lips out for cleaning. This is the same for the Ultra, Evolution & infinity range. H&S also produce their own cheap cleaning brushes that can clean the inside of the nozzlle and the front of the brush. Paul

As you say H&S is a lot more modular, different cups, nozzles, needles, pick & mix to get the brush you need for the job. The entry level brush is a bit of a compromise, you can't add all the extras on it. The mid range Evolution Silverline 2in1 has everything that most people need. 0.2mm nozzle for fine work and a 0.4mm for large area work. It also has a preset handle to set the maximum flow. The hose should fit, if not there are adapters available. Paul

If it's the CN/BCN, I found the nozzles delicate and not cheap to replace. I would get the broken bit out by getting some cleaner in the front of the brush to soften up the dried paint, then use a cocktail stick in the middle of the loosened nozzle to remove it. For a good introductory brush, I would look at Iwata's sister company Sparmax, they have a good range of brushes around the £50-60 mark MAX- 3 & Max-4 are good general brushes. If you fancy a trigger brush the GP-35 at at around £100 is a great all round brush. Progressive double action trigger, preset handle at the back & spares are lot cheaper than their sister range. Paul

Just buy the correct sized, Air cap for the Infinity & shouldn't have any problem. Paul

Are these the H&S bagged product? If you aren't sure, email H&S with the photo and product number and ask them, or go back to the dealer you bought them from. Paul

Some of you may know that we are not currently trading. This is partly due to various health issues, long covid / arrythmia & not having a holiday in 20 years. I'm currently looking at our options going forwards, but need to get all our paperwork up to date and then having at least one long holiday..probably more & build some kits! Thanks, Paul

Looked at them when they were announced. Not sure who makes them or how long they will be around, but would personally wouldn't touch them I would look at the Sparmax range. A wide variety of airbrushes for different applications, attractively priced, all spares available and part of the larger Harder & Steenbeck / Iwata group. Paul

Hi, I would contact the importer, they should know which of their resellers keeps airbrush spares http://hobbycompany.co.uk/ Paul

NO, but we have three+Frank as a frequent visitor email addresss is [email protected]

Hi, Just to let everyone know that our online shop is currently closed. We are taking a break from online trading while we regroup & remove slow selling &drplicate lines. We will be attending a number of shows this year, but won't be taking our full range, so get in touch if there is something specific you need. [email protected] Thanks, Paul