AZTEK A470 DOUBLE-ACTION AIRBRUSH - THE AIRBRUSH SHOW EP09 

Got the woodbox set on my 12th birthday, still using it over 15 years later. Never bought new tips either, if they get clogged they can be disassembled and cleaned easily (despite testors saying not to do this)

Their lifetime warranty was no joke. I bought a used Aztec brush off ebay and it started leaking air after a while. I contacted Testors to see if I can fix it somehow. I was fully expecting to buy a new one then they sent me a new brush without asking questions. It was years ago, but it was one of the best customer service I have had from any company.

Maybe not the same model but very similar to my first airbrush. At the time it was WAY cheaper than any Iwata, Paache, Master or any all metal airbrush. Plus the disassembly and cleaning did intimidate me at first with the latter kinds. This one is very straighforward, just changed the nozzle for the level of detail that you were painiting. It is a bit of an investment in the sense that you have to buy their cups and bottles but it has the advantage that it is flexible to be used as a gravity or siphon airbrush instead of only be one type. Cleanup was very simple but I learned the hard way that you needed to be very diligent about cleaning after each use. Enamel paints were easy to clean up with the proper thinner and if it got too clogged up that the nozzle will splatter or not spray at all then you can just submerge the nozzle in thinner in a jar and it usually got it to work again. Acrylics are a different story. If you let it dry in the nozzle the only thing that might work would be Dried Paint Solvent from Model Master. If an overnight soak in that did not unclog it you had to buy a new nozzle. Overall a good beginners airbrush that will help you gain confidence to continue airbrushing and use more advanced airbrushes without breaking the bank while teaching you how to properly maintain or find out that airbrushing isn't really for you without a substantial investment.

Never heard anything but positive comments about this brush and system...thanks for sharing, you have proven its a very capable alternative to metal brushes...

Aztek is simple yet a work horse

thank you that helped me make up my mind. that will be my first air brush

Very convincing demonstration of the airbrush and an inspirational build. Keep up the good work!

I received my first airbrush for Christmas (this Aztek A470L) and was curious as to how well it performs (I was skeptical since it's plastic) but I was very pleased to hear that it performs just as well! Can't wait to use it!

I've used mine for automotive AB for over 15 years. This is always my go to AB over all the rest. Works great with PPG,and all others using the Blue tip for all high end paints in auto industry as well as marine applications.

Great Video! I have had an Aztec airbrush for many years. Love the easy use and clean-up. Keep up the good work.

Great review and endorsement. I was VERY tempted to buy one of the Aztec sets, some 12-15 years ago, lifetime warranty etc etc. Visited several retailers did my research. What alarmed me were the amount of boxes with Aztecs ready for return to the manufacturer. All with similar faults, all with tamper proof bodies (no DIY repairs plus to even try and disassemble voided the warranty). It put me off, I was gutted. I loved all the features etc and the innovative design. I'm guessing though that many of these 'faulty' airbrushes could have been due to poor clean up after using acrylics 🤔🤔 I've used Iwata's they're great, but these days I have three Sparmax (DA trigger type, small dual action and a Flyer) and two Harder & Steenbeck airbrushes. They all clean up easily, the H&S having the edge with ease of clean up, also they're very versatile too with a great level of finish, even in my ham-fisted hands🙄🙄😉😆👍

Great review, thanks for sharing!

Hello. Great job. Loved it.

Had one of those on 90s

You showed only adding, and I quote, a "small amount" of thinner to testors model master enamel paint. I did this to TWO A470's and it TOTALLY messed up the airbrushes!!! It needed the paint to be thinned WAY more than tat; down to the level of "milk consistency" !!!!!!!!

I had nothing but problems with this, over time the airflow becomes restricted due to the small air tube cut off being crushed constantly, it also feels cheap and nasty...

Thx from russia, man!

Would you recommend this as a first airbrush? I am thinking of getting an airbrush for Christmas

Thanx for the video, looks like a great system. I was just wondering if there is a reason for not showing how to clean the AB? And.. how do you clean this model? Thanx in advance

Nice 👍👍👍

This is a great review - thanks guys. But why does this airbrush get so much grief? It really is the marmite of all airbrushes! After this review I'm seriously considering it over an expensive H&S. How long have you had your trusty Aztek? Any issues? Your counsel is greatly appreciated!

what is the best compressor to use with this airbrush? does it work well with acryllic paint or does it need to be special acryllic for airbrush?

How do Vallejo Air or Tamiya Acrylics spray through it? I like the interchangeable nozzle concept.

I'm puzzled as what you call the ribbed wheel on top of the body as a increase / decrease paint flow adjuster , is it not in fact according to Aztecs own instructions to change the airbrush from single action to double action use

The aztek put me off airbrushing for years, why compare it to a metal airbrush too? it's either better or just buy a metal one.

Hey can u tell me what type of adapter did u use to connect to compressor thanks

Sir hi, can this airbrush be used to paint lacquer or Enamel ?

Being plastic how does it stand up to different solvents?

I can't find this model anywhere

You willing to sell your aztek!!

How does it work with testers enamel

Did you have to thin the paint?

looks great and again perfect videos, just why do have to include music, please cut it out, I d rather hear it clearly

Heeeeuuum, nope

Your videos are frustrating because of your voice. Your voice is like at whisper at highest level of volume. Since you have an accent it makes it hard to understand you. The start of your sentences start at a higher level then you drift and fade off in volume.

these airbrushes suck!