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Is brass used in weapons?

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Is brass used in weapons?
In some cases, yes. Brass is a metal that was used for gun bullets. However, the metal is malleable and at the time of its discovery, weapons were already being made of stronger iron and steel. You can find a selection of brass weaponry from some of the world’s top enthusiasts on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Shop for Brass Swords on 1stDibs
Novelty Brass Sword, Poker Set in Stand
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Novelty Brass Sword, Poker set in Stand A great and very practical piece, this superb steel
Category

Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass

French Maison Jansen Attributed Steel And Brass Sword Console Table
By Maison Charles, Maison Jansen, Maison Raphael, René Drouet, Gilbert Poillerat
Located in Houston, TX
French Maison Jansen Attributed Steel And Brass Sword Console Table This beautiful French modern
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Very Stylish Arts and Crafts Copper and Brass Sword Poker
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Very Stylish Arts and Crafts Copper and Brass Sword Poker A great and very practical piece, this
Category

Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass, Copper

Brass Sword Letter Opener
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A brass letter opener in the shape of a sword. perfect for the desk or work station.
Category

20th Century Letter Openers

Materials

Brass

English Renaissance Curved Brass Sword and Leather Scabbard
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance (19th Century) curved sword with brass fluted handle and black leather scabbard
Category

Antique 19th Century British Renaissance Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Brass

Murano Art Glass White Color and Brass Mid-Century Chandelier and Pendant, 2020
Located in Rome, IT
which 12 brass swords unravel to which Murano glass spheres were then attached. Refinement and style
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

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