Ergonomics
Shiny chrome looks really nice, and it's easy to clean and durable. But it has one drawback. It's slippery. This can cause you to have to use a bit more force to hold your airbrush securely, affect your control, and be more tiring.
I have added a couple of grips to mine with some double sided tape and strips of thin suede leather. Hot melt glue works for attaching grips too.
I salvaged the leather from an old jacket, but I'm sure there are other materials that would work just as well.
I think it makes the brush easier to handle.
Notice the rubber cap on the trigger. It came standard on my 155, and I really like it. It gives a very positive feel to the trigger.
It is Badger part number 51-087 and will fit any Badger brush that uses trigger part number 50-0019.
Being made of rubber, it will develop cracks eventually if you live where there is ozone in the air. I keep a couple of spares on hand. They cost about $2.50 each but I think they are well worth it.
Note: I have heard that as of 2009, all Badger and Thayer & Chandler internal mix airbrushes now use a larger trigger, and the rubber cap won't fit.
You can also attach something to the trigger for better traction. Here is my Badger 150 with a 3M self stick pad on the trigger.
It not only gives a better grip, but makes the trigger taller and improves fine control. A piece of leather on the trigger also helps.
