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title: "Watercolor Series 418 Petit Gris Pur Paint Brush, Wash/Mop Pure Russian Blue Squirrel, Size 3/0"
brand: "da vinci"
price: "€ 46.80"
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# Sustainable Wood Handles Large Water Reservoir Pure Russian Blue Squirrel Hair Watercolor Series 418 Petit Gris Pur Paint Brush, Wash/Mop Pure Russian Blue Squirrel, Size 3/0

**Brand:** da vinci
**Price:** € 46.80
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎨 Elevate Your Artistry with Every Stroke!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 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?** € 46.80 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ie](https://www.desertcart.ie/products/1761610-watercolor-series-418-petit-gris-pur-paint-brush-wash-mop)

## 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

- • **Generously Sized:** Designed for full strokes, making every brush movement a masterpiece.
- • **Heritage Quality:** Handmade in Germany since 1890, ensuring tradition meets innovation.
- • **Ultimate Water Control:** Holds a large volume of water for effortless blending and washes.
- • **Unleash Your Creativity:** Experience the magic of wash and mop techniques with unparalleled precision.
- • **Eco-Friendly Craftsmanship:** Crafted with sustainable materials, because art should be kind to the planet.

## Overview

The da Vinci Watercolor Series 418 Petit Gris Pur Paint Brush is a premium tool designed for artists who demand quality. Made from pure Russian blue squirrel hair, this brush excels in wash and mop techniques, holding a significant amount of water for fluid application. Its sustainable wood handle and copper wire wrapping reflect a commitment to eco-friendly practices, while its handmade craftsmanship ensures a product steeped in tradition and excellence.

## 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.

## 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

## Product Details

- **Color:** Black
- **Material:** Russian blue squirrel (Petit Gris)
- **Size:** Size 3/0
- **Brand:** da Vinci
- **Bristle Type:** Mop Bristle

## Images

![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)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## 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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Incomparable Quality!!
*by P***A on January 12, 2013*

I have five da Vinci Pure Blue Squirrel brushes. (while I'm at it, I should mention that I have one Raphail, One Winsor Newton, and two Isabey Pure Squirrel brushes. (If I find one on sale, I pawn one of my grandkids to buy it). Truly, it is the Pure-Blue-Squirellishness of them that is most remarkable. I had been told they were worth the price and held more color (or water) than any other brush. I should, and will, measure the difference in capacity. But on sight, holding two brushes in a glass of water and then squeezing the water into empty paint pans, I was shocked to see a whole lot more water from these beautifully made Pure Blue Squirrel brushes. One interesting note: no matter how heavy the load of color in the bristles, they don't drip. Getting the color to flow requires touching the tip to a surface.Aesthetics: As an artist, you'll benefit from the physical look and feel of da Vinci's Pure Blue Squirrel brushes. The handle shapes and lengths have a wonderful feel. All the brushes in this series have beautiful hand wound bindings, da Vinci 418-5 Pure Blue Squirrel Quill-Petit Gris Pur Watercolor Mop and high lacquer sheen and sloping shaped handles. Holding one in your hand is soooo nice.I won't say that these brushes completely eliminate the need for a rigger, mainly because I don't have a broad enough experience to make such a statement. But I can tell you that I don't have to find a different brush to complete exquisitely tiny detail. The bristles come to an excellent point, and that point can hold a lot of color.Let's see... what else? Oh! The way the brush bristles feel as you stroke it onto paper. I don't know how to explain the difference between this and sable or this and squirrel with most excellent synthetic fibers. It feels more flowey.I've heard that they don't hold up as long as sable or synthetic/squirrel mixes. I don't know that to be true. Frankly, I don't care. Not that I'm rich. I have to save up to get these brushes. Makes them just that more a joy! Art is more than creating a product. It is being present for the creation, These brushes enrich that experience.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Brush! A treasure to Paint With
*by A***  on August 11, 2016*

It's delightful painting with this brush! Feels so good in the hand, and the small size of the brush makes this keep its shape more than I'd expect from a squirrel brush. Holds water well, has a nice point and a plump belly. This is an amazing brush for the price! Get it while you can at this low price. It's more than worth it!I have a small Isabey travel squirrel brush. I thought that since it was such a small brush it somehow necessarily sacrificed quality.Not so! This brush is very well made. Not a travel brush, but it has become my go-to brush when working on smaller pieces.I've included two photos. One when it is dried naturally, and another when wet.I have three of these. One of the brushes came to me damaged. I found it hard to believe that a paint brush, particularly with soft hair, would be mailed without any protection.The brush was pressed against the box so that the hair had an L shape to it.I thought it was ruined, but luckily I was able to get it back into its proper shape and working for me as it should.One of the advantages this brush has over other squirrel hair brushes I have is that the hairs are arranged perfectly, with a plump belly and a sharp tip.Being that it is small in length, the brush keeps its shape more than my larger squirrel hair brushes.It performs perfectly, and better than I expected.The way it holds its shape seems halfway toward what you'd get from a sable brush and the usual squirrel hair brush.I've never had one work so well for me than this one.I don't think you'll be disappointed.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great watercolor brush with real hair
*by C***. on May 23, 2025*

This #2 squirrel mop brush is excellent for watercolor painting. It arrived on time and was well packaged. It holds a lot of water and pigment and is easy to use and maintain. The real squirrel bristles should hold up for a long time. I've already used this brush for a few weeks, and I am very happy with it.

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