I did so much research about airbrushes before purchasing this. This little tool has been amazing for my cookie business, adding such fun touches to my cookies! I've never used an airbrush before, and it was decently easy to learn, take apart, clean, put back together, etc. I had trouble with it getting stopped up after using a metallic color; then I read online that you need to thin the metallic colors a little with some clear vanilla or vodka, like one would use for luster dust or something. When I did that, it didn't compromise the metallic colors at all, and it sprayed just as well as the regular colors. I thought that tidbit would be helpful for others who might get ticked if it starts stopping up your first time using it! :-) It takes some practice to get it even and like you want it. I practice on a paper towel before doing a particular design on a cookie. BUT - it is my new favorite thing, and I love it!!