Rejuvenating a Paasche Model H from the late '70s

[tatocorvette]

Hello,

The Paasche Model H is most likely the most popular and famous single action external mix airbrush. While it has evolved over the years, this model has been in production for over 100 years in the same basic design! Due mostly to its reliability and simplicity, it has a strong cult following as a workhorse. This airbrush can flow a lot of material and use a lot of air. It is not the right tool for the smallest ultra fine detail. Many consider it a "fire hose".
I've never had a Paasche before, but many modelers rave about the H. So when I found this tired puppy online for less than $10, I had to rescue it!

The serial number on the box matches the airbrush.



Only the airbrush itself, the bottom tray and the warranty card were included. No other accessories like the cup or wrenches were included. The warranty card says 1977. I guess it is a print year so I think it is safe to assume this is from the late 70's.


It looks dull and upon closer inspection, it evidently needs a good cleaning. I wouldn't call this exactly a restoration, but more of a seriously deep clean. This simple design is easy to take apart.







This sample has the #3 setup. The box label also indicates Type H #3. This is the medium setup. Available is a smaller #1 setup, this #3 and #5 which is THE Fire Hose




Every part was carefully cleaned inside and out. Then polished and polished and polished some more. The plastic handle was polished with automotive polishing products.


Eventually everything went back together.









Peek a boo!


At the same time I ordered an adaptor to use my Badger hoses.


Now all I need is the time to test it! I'll keep you posted.

Hope you like it.

Thanks,
Ismael

[scooterer]

A true classic. so many people in so many various types of careers, learned and used this brush. You have done the old work horse proud. 

[Joel_W]

Ismael,
Super nice "restoration". The Paasche H was my 1st air brush back in the 70's. I'm pretty sure that the kit did come with all 3 needles, cones, and tips, or I bought them from the local Squadron Shop. Just can't remember. You could paint a real car with the #5 as it put out that much paint, so I never used it after the test. Of course I used canned air till I bought my 1st compressor that didn't have a air regulator, so you ran it full blast. Still, I managed to paint some pretty nice 1//72 aircraft back then. But most of the guys in our club back then painted that way, as we were all on the same basic learning curve.

I've been thinking of actually buying another one as it fits right in between one of my double action Grex Gennisis ABs and a Rattle can.

joel