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Badger Patriot 105
Standard 105-1 · gravity feed
Buyer feedback ↓A general-purpose dual-action airbrush with a fixed cup and a self-centering nozzle. The standard head is a practical choice for broad model-painting work.
- 0.5 mmNozzle boreSelected standard head configuration
- Self-centeringNozzle fitNo tiny threaded nozzle to screw in
- Dual actionTriggerDown for air; back for paint
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THE QUICK TAKE
Is it right for you?
Buy it for base coats, primer and everyday model painting. The comparatively large nozzle and accessible cup make it a useful workhorse, and the self-centering nozzle simplifies disassembly when deeper cleaning is needed.
Choose a detail brush if very fine lines are the main job. This standard Patriot has no rear paint-flow preset. The exposed tip also needs care, and its Badger air connection may require an adapter for an existing hose.
01 / BUYING NOTES
Before you buy.
02 / AMAZON REVIEWS
The buyers’ view.
What buyers like
- performance94
- ease of cleaning77
- detail performance40
- ease of use36
- versatility35
- spray performance28
Mixed feedback
- clogging31
Common concerns
- Durability48
The small numbers are review mentions. Topics and sentiment are from Amazon’s customer-review overview.
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View source ↗03 / REVIEWS & VIDEO
See it in use.
See how it works, then read the findings behind the buying advice.
Badger Patriot 105 Airbrush Breakdown and full assembly. See all the parts and where they belong.
See the parts removed and reassembled in order before attempting a deep clean.
Watch on YouTube ↗Video and written sources are labeled by creator and tested scope. Manufacturer demonstrations explain use; they are not independent tests. No in-house hands-on testing is claimed.
Read 2 written sources Product scope is labeled · key findings in bold
The reviewer uses the Patriot as a general miniature-painting workhorse and finds it straightforward to clean. Their guide favors the larger standard head for priming and base coats, with a separate finer brush for especially delicate work.
The instructions describe the down-for-air, back-for-paint trigger sequence and recommend keeping the cup partly filled with its cover in place. Paint preparation and working distance affect the result.
04 / COMPARE
Different priorities.
Choose the tradeoff that fits how you will use it.
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THIS GUIDEBadger Patriot 105Standard 105-1 · gravity feed |  ALTERNATIVEBadger Sotar 2020-2FFine |  ALTERNATIVEIwata Eclipse HP-CSECL4500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon price | $118.89 | $130.00 | $174.00 |
| Best for | General model coverage | A separate fine-detail brush | A versatile alternative main brush |
| How it works | Fixed cup; self-centering nozzle | Small cup and rear preset | Drop-in E3 head; Iwata air fitting |
| Before buying | No rear paint-flow preset | Less suited to broad primer sessions | Different hose and replacement parts |
| Explore | Read buying guide →Source ↗ | Read buying guide →Source ↗ | Read buying guide →Source ↗ |
About these everyday comparisons
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05 / PRICE HISTORY
The price over time.
Badger Patriot 105 · Standard 105-1 · gravity feed · Amazon US
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06 / RELATED FINDS
A few useful extras.
For the way you plan to use it.
Leave the plug on the brush.
Badger Quick Disconnect Plug
The Badger-threaded male plug is for a matching Badger quick-disconnect hose or socket.
Flush into a contained jar.
Iwata Universal Spray Out Pot
Use the inlet while flushing compatible cleaner during color changes.