[Jewelry making - Article 00656] - Re: [Orchid] Gunmetal?

[jesse Brennan]

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    "Gunmetal" is Tin Bronze casting alloy 88% Copper,10 % Tin, 2 % Zinc.
    It is not a wrought alloy that is drawn into wire. The "color" is a
    natural patina on the alloy. I know that many manufactured objects of
    brass and often steel are given a "Gunmetal" finish that is merely a
    tinted lacquer. 

    I suspect if you find this color on wire it is a lacquered brass and
    may not be suitable for your use. 

    i first suggest you look up: http://www.metalliferous.com/ and
    download page 12 

    You might also call: http://www.malinco.com/Craft/brass.html 

jesse

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