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Acid Brush - #1 Acid Brush 3/8'''' Bristle Width 6'''' Length 24/Pack
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SKU: 080001024
Overview
This small shop brush is built for the kind of routine tasks hunters and gunsmiths run into around the bench, from applying solder flux and oil to brushing away metal filings or cleaning out an action. Its narrow bristle width makes it useful for controlled application in tight areas, while the rolled tin handle keeps the design simple and practical. Sold in a 24-pack, it is a straightforward consumable for maintenance, repair, and other general service work. It is best suited to light-duty shop use rather than heavy scrubbing.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
Versatile Glue,
Stain, solder flux, oil, grease,
Original Tinner's
Acid brush design for general-purpose
Compact 6-inch
Length suits detailed work in
Tightly Crimped
Bristles help keep the brush
Pack 24
Multiple brushes for repeated shop
Key Features
- Original tinner's acid brush for shop use
- Useful for spreading glue, stain, solder flux, oil, or grease
- Can help clean out an action and brush metal filings from tools
- Rolled tin handle with tightly crimped bristles
- 6-inch length
- #1 size with 3/8-inch bristle width
Best Used For
- Hunters needing a simple brush for shop cleanup and maintenance tasks
- Users applying glue, stain, solder flux, oil, or grease in the workshop
- Anyone cleaning actions or brushing metal filings from cutting tools
- Those wanting an inexpensive, general-purpose brush for odd shop jobs
Specifications
| Bristle Width | 3/8" (9.5 mm) |
|---|---|
| Bristles | Tightly crimped |
| Handle Material | Rolled tin |
| Length | 6" (15.2 cm) |
| Pack Quantity | 24/Pack |
| Size | #1 |
Pros
- Versatile for glue, stain, solder flux, oil, grease, and shop cleanup tasks.
- Original tinner's acid brush design for general-purpose shop use.
- Compact 6-inch length suits detailed work in tight areas.
- Tightly crimped bristles help keep the brush together during use.
- Pack of 24 provides multiple brushes for repeated shop jobs.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed as a general-purpose shop brush, so it is not a specialized tool for one single task.
- The rolled tin handle and tightly crimped bristles are simple, utilitarian features rather than premium construction details.
- At 6 inches long, it offers a compact working size that may feel small for larger-area application jobs.
- Sold in a 24-pack, which is practical for shop use but may be more than needed for occasional users.
Suggested Comparisons
- Shop brushes
- Cleaning brushes
- Applicator brushes
- Soldering and flux brushes
Suggested Accessories
- Shop cleaning brush
- Gun cleaning brush
- Applicator brush
- Soldering accessory
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this brush mainly used for in a hunting or shop setting?
The product description says it can be used to spread glue, brush on stain, apply solder flux, clean out an action, apply oil or grease, and brush metal filings from cutting tools.
What size is this specific brush?
This is the #1 size, with a 3/8 inch bristle width. The listed length is 6 inches.
How many brushes come in the pack?
The product title lists this as a 24-pack.
Is this brush only for soldering work?
No. The short description says it is not only for soldering but also for a host of other service uses.
What construction details are provided?
The specs state it has a rolled tin handle and tightly crimped bristles.