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product_id: 48974035
title: "da Vinci Watercolor Series 418 Petit Gris Pur Paint Brush, Wash/Mop Pure Russian Blue Squirrel, Size 3/0"
brand: "da vinci"
price: "₨16239"
currency: LKR
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reviews_count: 10
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# Sustainably sourced wood handle High water retention for smooth washes Handmade in Germany since 1890 da Vinci Watercolor Series 418 Petit Gris Pur Paint Brush, Wash/Mop Pure Russian Blue Squirrel, Size 3/0

**Brand:** da vinci
**Price:** ₨16239
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎨 Elevate your watercolor game with heritage precision and eco-chic flair!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** da Vinci Watercolor Series 418 Petit Gris Pur Paint Brush, Wash/Mop Pure Russian Blue Squirrel, Size 3/0 by da vinci
- **How much does it cost?** ₨16239 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.lk](https://www.desertcart.lk/products/48974035-da-vinci-watercolor-series-418-petit-gris-pur-paint-brush)

## Best For

- da vinci enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted da vinci brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Precision Hand-Shaped Tip:** Generously sized with a unique point for full, expressive strokes across your canvas.
- • **Heritage Quality Assurance:** Handmade by a family-owned German factory with over 130 years of artisanal expertise.
- • **Eco-Conscious Craftsmanship:** Sustainably harvested wood handles wrapped in copper wire, reflecting certified green manufacturing.
- • **Superior Water Holding Capacity:** Russian blue squirrel hair absorbs and releases water flawlessly for seamless wash and mop techniques.
- • **Versatile French Watercolor Brush:** Ideal for artists seeking rich, fluid color application and effortless blending.

## Overview

The da Vinci Watercolor Series 418 Petit Gris Pur Paint Brush features premium Russian blue squirrel hair renowned for its exceptional water retention, making it perfect for wash and mop techniques. Hand-shaped for precision, it offers a large reservoir for smooth, full strokes. Crafted sustainably with wood handles wrapped in copper wire, this brush is handmade in Germany by a family-owned factory since 1890, blending tradition with eco-conscious design.

## Description

da Vinci series 418 russian blue squirrel hair is of the highest quality and holds a large volume of water which makes it excellent for mop and wash techniques. generously sized and hand shaped, its unique point allows for full strokes across the paper. huge reservoir lays down large amounts of water and color, also sometimes called a french watercolor brush.

Review: Nice - Good brush
Review: Amazing quality! - Great brush!

## Features

- Russian blue squirrel hair is of the highest quality and holds a large volume of water which makes it excellent for mop and wash techniques
- Generously sized and hand shaped, its unique point allows for full strokes across the paper
- Huge reservoir lays down large amounts of water ideal for wash and mop techniques
- Certified green manufacturing with sustainable wood handles, Quill is expertly wrapped with copper wire
- Handmade in germany at our family owned factory since 1890

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00409J9ZO |
| Best Sellers Rank | 565,687 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) 650 in Paintbrushes (Home & Kitchen) |
| Brand | da Vinci |
| Colour | Multicolor |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (163) |
| Date First Available | 7 April 2011 |
| Item Weight | 9.07 g |
| Material | Russian blue squirrel (Petit Gris) |
| Model Number | 418-000 |
| Product Dimensions | 17.5 x 0.3 x 17.5 cm; 9.07 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** da Vinci
- **Bristle type:** Mop Bristle
- **Colour:** Multicolor
- **Material:** Russian blue squirrel (Petit Gris)
- **Size:** Size 3/0

## Images

![da Vinci Watercolor Series 418 Petit Gris Pur Paint Brush, Wash/Mop Pure Russian Blue Squirrel, Size 3/0 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41qtd-ZAx8L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this animal cruelty free?**
A: I think that if you ❤️ to watercolor (or paint in general with a paintbrush) and wanting a cruelty free brush only then you’re possibly going to have give up painting, or you can patent  a 100% cruelty free brush that will perform.  Most synthetic brushes are way more harmful to animals and our environment.  The chemicals used in the process of the manufacturing of these mixed materials And brushes harms our environment and therefore the things that  live in it. 
 I believe the majority of people, when asked to choose between anything  Natural or Synthetic are going to choose natural.  I guess  I could also be making assumptions by saying that and apologize if anyone finds this offensive.  Just stating some facts in case you weren’t aware that chemicals are used when processing most materials.  
One last thing....  this question could have been completely avoided with a little common sense because if there was such a group of people who held the title of “professional squirrel/weasel hair plucker” then possibly the question would make sense  jt I just don’t see anyone holding shears and intricately trimming the tail hairs of a squirrel let alone a feral weasel in the harsh Siberian winter months.   that’s just plain silly! Although i could be  wrong about this as well and then  i guess I will be  the only thing that sounds silly then.

**Q: Are these brushes a good substitute for Kolinsky Sable?**
A: They are a lower priced alternative to kolinsky sable, especially in larger sizes. The Mix F and Mix B are unique to da Vinci - no other brush manufacturer has anything like it.

**Q: What are the differences between Da Vinci Mix F (series 5550) & Da Vinci Mix B (series 5530)? Which one is better?**
A: The Da Vinci Cosmotop Mix F Brushes use a mix of Kolinsky Red Sable, Ox, and Black Sable Hair, along with some synthetic filaments. This allows for a slightly stiffer feel with more snap and spring, often considered better suited for general watercolor painting and areas of greater detail.Sizes to choose depend on the size of the pictures being painted. It is recommended that you check the actual measurements for each size and compare that to the size and technique being used. Large, gestural work will require larger brushes, but smaller or more detailed works will require some finer brush tips, at least for some passages.The Cosmotop Mix B uses a mix of Kolinsky Sable, Squirrel, Black Sable, and synthetic filaments, which make for a similar brush with less spring but greater water carrying capacity. Both brushes will perform well, but the Mix B will perform better for larger washes.

**Q: How big is the da vinci watercolor series 510 paint brush, mottler russian blue squirrel hair petit gris pur, size 40?**
A: 40 mm wide. 50mm is roughly 2 inches. The size refers to the width in mm.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice
*by P***0 on 16 June 2021*

Good brush

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing quality!
*by A***A on 12 February 2021*

Great brush!

### ⭐⭐⭐ A very average brush
*by P***. on 27 January 2024*

Pricey for a very average brush really. It can hold quite a bit of water but then if that happens I lose the control of using the brush my way it just goes too soft for me.

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