Aztek A470 Airbrush Set

by Testor Corp.

Product Features

• Double action (trigger controls both air and paint), internal mix airbrush
• Patented Aztek Nozzle for quick effects changes and minimal clean-up
• Works as double or single action airbrush
• Durable, lightweight body
• Pinpoint accuracy control

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 15 x 8 x 2.4 inches ; 2.8 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0006MZOKI
• Item model number: A 4709
• Manufacturer recommended age: 8 years and up
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #25,840 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

Product Description

Aztek has created a outstanding airbrush. Each airbrush is available in a set with different accessories to allow for a wide range of needs. The A470 has the capability to be single or double action with a control dial for paint flow. Below you will find the features of this airbrush and the accessories that the set contains. The easiest, most convenient airbrush system in the industry, for beginner and experienced alike.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Decent airbrush, June 20, 2011

By 

Eric McCann (Florida, USA) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Aztek A470 Airbrush Set (Toy)

I'd used the A470 for some time. I found this to be a very comfortable, easy to use brush (comfort, of course, being a personal decision.) Very easy to clean - no taking it apart and risking bending a needle tip or anything similar. The different nozzles take a little getting used to - but they handle a fairly wide range of media (I had two for ink at one point that I didn't really need, using mostly enamels or acrylics.) The assortment of paint cups and jars is very nice to have - and the smaller jar fits Testors paints (Model master/Acryl size, not the tiny square ones) quite nicely, so you can end up with quite a few after using it a while!

I'd built a fair number of WWII era aircraft models using this, and this came in very handy with the sometimes intricate camouflage used by some of the combatants (from temporary "winter" coats to German "squiggles" late war, for instance.)

Still, before ordering I'd suggest going to either an art store or a hobby shop and getting your hands on one - the best airbrush won't be the best for you if it's uncomfortable, and it's better to find out before spending money.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars aztec a470 airbrush, December 5, 2010

By 

Mark Tarnowski - See all my reviews

= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:2.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Aztek A470 Airbrush Set (Toy)

This is my first airbrush and after playing with it for a number of weeks now Im rather unsatisfied. Its not a bad airbrush and has its positives and negatives.

THE GOOD...

Very light (you dont even feel the cord running from airbrush to compressor) and comes with all the bits you need to start airbrushing (except for the compressor) which is excellent.

The box comes with multiple bottles to hold paint which is ok. I find you only really need one as they clean very, very easy.

Left or right handed, the bottles can go on either side of the airbrush (at the front).

You can swivel the bottles so if you need to airbrush in a weird direction, you can. Other airbrushes don't do this. Im not sure its a feature you really need but its pretty handy. Especially since its a gravity fed airbrush.

The wooden case is a nice way to store your gear so you don't loose anything.

6 nozels! Spray thin (detail), general spray, medium spray etc.

Easy to clean.

You can buy the parts separately! Make sure your hobby shop sells the nozzles and bottles.


THE NOT SO GOOD...

Although light, the airbrush is made of plastic. The workmanship feels cheap and glued together. Because its plastic, it can be hard to clean and after a while your new airbrush looks very 2nd hand with all new paint stains.

Lots of nozzles but I find you only need 3. Detail, general and wide cover. The rest I just don't use. There are better nozzles they could have added such as high coverage and spatter IMO.

The box should have a softer design within. Im worried if I was to drop the box with airbrush within something will break. The box is more for not loosing anything rather then any kind of protection IMO.

I personally dont find the airbrush comfortable.

When you have chosen which side to put the bottles on your gun, you need to block the other side with a 'blocker'. You get a lot of these in the box which is great but you can't buy them separately. Don't loose them! Otherwise you will have to block it another way. Not a big deal though.

CONCLUSION

In hindsight I would have bought another airbrush thats even easier to clean (Im picky) and has excellent reviews (even if it costs more and comes with less). Also one made of metal as the plastic version feels cheap.

If the price is right, you don't want to shop around for the extra parts and won't be looking at doing anything with too much detail then I think this is a fine buy. Recommended for those who need to do basic airbrushing (nothing too detailed).

Look at getting a smaller kit. You only need 2 bottles and the 3 nozzles to do a good job.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy cleanup & precise piece of equipment, April 13, 2010

By 

Altitude (Aspen) - See all my reviews

= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Aztek A470 Airbrush Set (Toy)

Multiple nozzles allow a choice of how tight the work should be. Easy cleanup without a lot of disassembly. Not that it really matters, but comes with a nicely organizing black walnut case. Recommended.