I did this as a gift for a family member who is South African and an Xbox freak!
AIRBRUSH - Veda 180. Iwata Revolution SAR.
PAINT - Auto-Air transparent. (1 drop paint & 1 drop reducer). Omni 2k clear-coat.
PRESSURE - 30 - 45 psi
PAINT - Auto-Air transparent. (1 drop paint & 1 drop reducer). Omni 2k clear-coat.
PRESSURE - 30 - 45 psi
This turned in to be a bit of fun and an experiment with a few colours and effects!
Because of the shape it was tricky applying the masking tape and afterwards sanding the clear-coat uniformly was a delicate affair.
The silver on top is Auto-Air's aluminium base 'coarse' and was supposed to be an ultra thin, subtle layer, only I used the single action Iwata and didn't check the needle! My first spray dumped a much heavier layer than I wanted, which I then had to continue with to maintain an even look. It looks pretty good and gives an almost 2-tone effect when moved. The recipient was totally made up and loved this effect, so I got off lightly. Phew!
Because of the shape it was tricky applying the masking tape and afterwards sanding the clear-coat uniformly was a delicate affair.
The silver on top is Auto-Air's aluminium base 'coarse' and was supposed to be an ultra thin, subtle layer, only I used the single action Iwata and didn't check the needle! My first spray dumped a much heavier layer than I wanted, which I then had to continue with to maintain an even look. It looks pretty good and gives an almost 2-tone effect when moved. The recipient was totally made up and loved this effect, so I got off lightly. Phew!