Gaahleri Swallowtail SD Side Feed Airbrush 0.28 / 0.5mm

2026-03-06T14:55:33+00:00

Price: 89.99

🔫 Advanced Series GHAD‑68

Trigger‑Style · Dual Nozzle (0.38 + 0.5 mm) · Dual Cups · 8‑MAC

🔍 What Is This?

A trigger‑style dual‑action airbrush with two nozzle/needle sets (0.38 + 0.5 mm), two cups (7 + 15 ml), and 8‑MAC self‑centering nozzles. Two airbrushes in one — swap between detail and coverage without buying a second gun. Pistol grip + nylon chemical‑resistant rear for long‑session comfort.

👤 Who Is It For?

✅ Great fit

Modellers wanting one trigger‑grip kit covering detail and coverage — preshading with 0.38, priming with 0.5. Great if you prefer pistol grip or are building your first serious setup with max versatility.

⚠️ Less ideal

For ultra‑fine 0.2 mm freehand, a dedicated detail airbrush is better. Not the pick if you specifically want classic top‑lever feel.

⚖️ Two Setups, One Airbrush

| 🔬 0.38 mm (Fine) | 🎯 0.5 mm (Coverage)
Fine lines | ✅ Good | Limited
Basecoating | OK (smaller) | ✅ Fast
Preshading | ✅ Ideal | Too broad
Best cup | 7 ml | 15 ml
Best for | Panel lines, camo, detail | Primers, varnish, terrain

💡 Both sets + both cups included. Self‑centering drop‑in nozzle — swap takes under a minute.

🛠️ Key Features

🔫 Pistol Trigger | Natural grip angle with index‑finger pull. Much less fatigue than top‑lever during long sessions.
🌀 8‑MAC Nozzle | 8 micro air channels for consistent, repeatable atomisation. Self‑centering drop‑in — reliable swaps.
🫙 Dual Cups | 7 ml (less waste) + 15 ml (fewer refills). Smooth interiors, detachable for easy flush.
🖐️ Nylon Grip | Chemical‑resistant rear — won't corrode from thinners or cleaners. Better grip than bare metal.

🎨 On the Bench

Detail (0.38 mm + 7 ml)

Preshading panels, tight camo, soft shading on individual models. Slightly broader than 0.35 — gives detail with a touch more flow for smoother blending.

Coverage (0.5 mm + 15 ml)

Priming, varnishing, basecoating vehicles and terrain. Trigger grip pays off — less strain running through a batch.

Full Workflow

Prime (0.5) → shade (0.38) → clear coat (0.5). Self‑centering nozzle makes mid‑session swaps realistic.

📋 Technical Specifications

Type | Trigger‑Style Dual‑Action, Gravity Feed
Nozzles | 0.38 + 0.5 mm (8‑MAC, self‑centering drop‑in)
Cups | 7 ml + 15 ml, detachable, smooth interior
Trigger | Pistol‑style dual‑action
Grip | Ergonomic nylon, chemical‑resistant
Best For | All‑round modelling — detail + coverage in one kit

⚠️ Honest Heads‑Up

• Not ultra‑fine — 0.38 mm is good for detail but a 0.2 mm is better for hair‑thin freehand. Versatile workhorse, not surgical tool.

• Trigger adaptation — different muscle memory from top‑lever. Most prefer it for comfort after a few sessions.

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