Atlas Brush Co. 1" Flat Camel Hair Brush
Achieve smooth, even coverage on your scale models and hobby projects with this 1" flat camel hair brush from Atlas Brush Co. Featuring soft, natural camel hair bristles that hold paint exceptionally well, this versatile brush is perfect for base coating, washes, and general coverage work with oils, acrylics, watercolors, and ceramic paints.
Product Overview
A single flat-shaped brush featuring "camel hair" bristles, which is a term for soft, blended natural hairs known for their ability to hold paint well and lay down smooth washes. The brush has a black handle and a standard ferrule.
Product Specifications
- SKU: ABC517
- Brush Size: 1" (one inch)
- Brush Shape: Flat
- Bristle Material: Camel hair (soft natural blend)
- Handle: Black handle construction
- Ferrule: Standard metal ferrule
- Compatible Media: Oil, acrylic polymer colors, watercolors, and ceramic paints
Key Features
- Soft Natural Camel Hair Bristles: Blended natural hairs provide excellent paint holding capacity
- Smooth Application: Lays down smooth washes and even coverage
- 1" Width: Ideal size for covering larger surface areas efficiently
- Flat Shape: Perfect for even, flat brush strokes
- Versatile Compatibility: Works with oil, acrylic, watercolor, and ceramic paints
- Quality Construction: Durable handle and secure ferrule
- Excellent Paint Retention: Natural bristles hold and release paint smoothly
Applications
Ideal for:
- General coverage and base coating on scale models
- Applying washes and filters over large areas
- Detail painting requiring even, flat strokes
- Weathering and blending techniques
- Varnishing and sealing finished models
- Fine art and craft projects
- Any job requiring smooth, even brush strokes
About Camel Hair Brushes
"Camel hair" is a traditional term in the brush industry that refers to soft, blended natural hairs (typically from squirrel, goat, or pony). These natural bristles are prized for their ability to hold significant amounts of paint while delivering smooth, controlled application. They're particularly well-suited for washes, glazes, and coverage work where paint flow and smoothness are essential.
Complementary Products Available at MPM Hobbies
Complete your painting toolkit with these products from MPM Hobbies:
- Additional modeling brushes in various sizes and shapes
- Model paints, thinners, and mediums
- Paint mixing and preparation supplies
- Brush cleaners and care products
- Atlas Brush Co. products
Explore more brushes and painting supplies at MPM Hobbies.