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Brand: American Line Model:
American Line #11 hobby knife blades (100-pack, 66-0195) — precision and durability for crafting and cutting, in the bulk pack that keeps every bench stocked. The classic #11 profile fits standard hobby handles for detail work on paper, film, stencils, and light materials.#11 hobby blades, 100-pack Fits standard #1-style handles Bulk pack for shops and classrooms..
$59.90
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American Line #11 hobby knife blades (100-pack, 66-0530) — cut with confidence in the bulk 100-pack built for accuracy and durability. The classic #11 profile for detail cutting, trimming, and craft work, in the shop-size quantity.#11 hobby blades, 100-pack Designed for accuracy and durability Bulk pack for shops and classrooms..
$59.90
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American Line Extra Keen single-edge blades (100-pack) — manufactured in the USA from extra-sharp carbon steel. Each 3-facet blade is double-honed for excellent cutting potential, fitted with a non-rust aluminum back. A customer favorite for scrapers and razor-blade holders, time after time.Single-edge blades, 100-pack USA-made carbon steel, double-honed 3-facet edge Non-rust aluminum back..
$37.90
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American Line large breakaway blade knife, 8-point 18mm — the reliable companion for heavy-duty cutting tasks. The wide 18mm blade powers through tough materials while the 8 snap-off points keep a fresh edge ready. Old part number 66-0456. Larger quantities available.18mm heavy-duty snap-off knife 8 snap-off points per blade For tough materials and shop-duty cutting..
$5.90
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The American Line mini scraper — the compact solution for precision scraping tasks. Small enough for detail work yet mighty on paint, stickers, and debris across a variety of surfaces. Old part number 66-0442.Compact mini scraper For paint, stickers, and debris removal Precision scraping in tight spots..
$3.50
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American Line 13-point 9mm neon snap-off knife — vibrant, versatile, and always easy to find on a cluttered bench. Thirteen snap-off segments per blade for lasting sharpness, engineered for efficiency and durability. Old part number 66-0455. Larger quantities available.9mm snap-off knife, neon handle 13 snap-off points per blade High-visibility — easy to spot in the shop..
$3.70
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American Line heavy-duty retractable utility knife — metal body with an overlap nose for safety. Fully retractable with blade storage in the handle, three locked blade positions, and accepts all standard utility blades. Includes 3 blades. Old part number 66-0437.Metal body with safety overlap nose Fully retractable; blade storage in handle 3 locked blade positions; includes 3 blades Accept..
$9.98
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American Line single-edge blades (100-pack) — the economical workhorse blade for scrapers, holders, and shop cleanup. Honed to a razor-sharp edge for precision and durability across cutting applications. Old part number 66-0403.Single-edge blades, 100-pack Razor-sharp honed edge For scrapers, holders, and general shop use..
$14.50
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American Line window scraper with 5 blades — strip paint, stickers, and grime from glass and smooth surfaces. The handled scraper gives leverage for fast cleanup on windows, and the five included blades keep you working while others dull.Window scraper with handle 5 blades included For glass and smooth surfaces..
$17.00
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Brand: Olfa Model:
The Olfa SAC-1 30° snap-off art knife — the preferred knife for vinyl wrappers and graphic artists. The ultra-sharp 30° blade cuts cardboard, plastics, Coroplast, foam board, and Gator Board. The pocket clip conveniently doubles as a blade snapper, so fresh edges are always at hand.30° ultra-sharp snap-off blade Pocket clip doubles as blade snapper Cuts Coroplast, foam board, G..
$23.98
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Brand: Olfa Model:
The Olfa 45mm rotary cutter (RTY-2/DX) combines durability, comfort, and safety for cutting fabric, vinyl, paper, and film. The anti-slip grip and curved handle reduce fatigue, squeeze-handle activation keeps the blade out only while cutting, and it slices up to eight layers of cotton. Pre-loaded with the RB45H Endurance Blade and convertible for right- or left-handed users.45mm rotary blade &md..
$68.98
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Olfa ABB-10B 9mm UltraSharp snap-off blades — premium carbon tool steel, double-honed for precision, delivering up to 25% sharper performance than standard silver blades. Each blade carries 13 snap-off segments, so a fresh edge is always one snap away. The black coating reduces friction for smoother cuts in film, vinyl, and paper.9mm snap-off blades, black UltraSharp carbon steel Up to 25%..
$12.78
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Olfa LB-5B 18mm snap-off blades (5-pack) — high-quality Japanese carbon tool steel with superior edge retention. Each blade offers 8 cutting edges and fits most standard 18mm heavy-duty snap-off utility knives. The economical 5-pack keeps fresh edges in every toolbox.18mm snap-off blades, 5-pack Japanese carbon tool steel 8 cutting edges per blade Fits most standard 18mm handles..
$13.50
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The Olfa SVR-2 9mm stainless steel auto-lock utility knife — razor-sharp snap-off blade in a corrosion-resistant stainless handle. Preloaded with a 9mm ABS stainless snap-off blade of Japanese tool-grade steel with 13 razor-sharp segments. The auto-lock slider holds the blade positively at any extension.9mm stainless snap-off blade, 13 segments Corrosion-resistant stainless steel handle Au..
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The Olfa SVR-1 9mm stainless steel slide-lock utility knife — clean, precise cuts with a handle that shrugs off chemicals and corrosion. Preloaded with a 9mm ABS stainless snap-off blade (Japanese tool-grade steel, 13 segments). The durable stainless handle resists shop chemicals that would swell or crack plastic handles.9mm stainless snap-off blade, 13 segments Chemical- and corrosion-res..
$23.90
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Olfa AB-10S 9mm stainless steel snap-off blades (10-pack) — corrosion-resistant blades with 13 cutting edges each. Stainless steel stands up to moisture, chemicals, and shop environments that would spot carbon blades. Snap to a fresh edge 13 times per blade.9mm stainless steel snap-off blades, 10-pack Corrosion and chemical resistant 13 cutting edges per blade Fits all Olfa 9mm snap-off ha..
$23.90
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Olfa LB-10B 18mm snap-off blades (10-pack) — premium Japanese tool-grade steel for heavy-duty cutting. Each blade features 8 razor-sharp segments for long-lasting sharpness with easy edge renewal. Built for industrial and professional use in standard 18mm snap-off handles.18mm snap-off blades, 10-pack Japanese tool-grade steel 8 segments per blade Fits standard 18mm heavy-duty handles..
$16.98
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The Olfa SK-4 self-retracting safety knife — spring-activated blade retracts the instant you let go. The symmetrically shaped high-impact ABS handle suits either hand, with a stainless steel blade channel, no-tool blade change, and a lanyard hole. Preloaded with an SKB-2 sharp-point blade; also accepts RSKB-2 rounded-tip and HOB-2 hook blades.Spring-activated self-retracting blade High-imp..
$22.98
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Olfa A1160B 30-degree snap-off art blades — the acute angle slices film, acetates, paper, matte board, poster board, stencils, and even balsa wood with ease. Designed for artists, crafters, and sign professionals, the 30° edge starts cuts cleanly in delicate materials where a standard 59° blade would tear.30-degree acute-angle snap-off blades For film, acetate, paper, board, stenci..
$21.98
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Brand: X-Acto Model:
The X-Acto X2000 (X3724) — designed by artists, for artists. The anti-roll rubber barrel won't wander off the bench, and the non-slip grip stays comfortable through long cutting sessions. Center-barrel blade release makes blade changes quick; the safety cap snaps onto the back of the knife so it's never lost. Uses replaceable #11 blades.Anti-roll rubber barrel with non-slip grip Center-bar..
$23.94
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Brand: X-Acto Model:
The X-Acto #1 precision knife set (X3311) — the original go-to cutting tool trusted by artists, designers, hobbyists, and sign painters for generations. Includes the classic #1 handle plus five #11 blades for delicate, detailed cutting, trimming, and stripping with clean, consistent results.Original X-Acto #1 precision handle Five #11 blades included For detail cutting, trimming, and strip..
$20.78
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The X-Acto X3209 retractable knife — shaped like a quality pen, with a pocket clip and a razor-sharp X-Acto blade inside. Lightweight aluminum body slides the carbon-steel blade out for cutting and back for safe pocket carry. A convenient addition to any desk, drawer, or tool pouch.Retractable blade with pocket clip Lightweight aluminum, pen-style body Carbon steel X-Acto blade..
$32.00
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The X-Acto #2 knife (X3602) — 5-inch aluminum handle with the #2 blade for precise cuts through medium-density materials. The medium-weight blade holds an exceptional level of precision while handling tougher stock than the #1. Safety cap included.5 in. aluminum handle with #2 blade Medium weight for medium-density materials Safety cap included..
$17.82
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The X-Acto X3036 Axent No. 1 precision knife — red anodized aluminum handle with one #11 blade and a safety cap. Superior precision cutting with ergonomic control for lightweight materials: paper, plastic, balsa, thin metal, cloth, film, and acetate. The cap protects the edge (and your fingers) between cuts.Red anodized aluminum Axent handle Includes one #11 blade and safety cap For paper,..
$18.18
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Brand: Mack Brush Model: LSSA6-TMS
Telescoping Maul or Mahl StickThis is a classic and a must have sign painters tool.  It is a great sign painting tool for keeping your hands out of difficult areas while lettering.   This tool allows you to letter over wet areas without contact or damage.  Also helps steady your hands while pulling lines. Helps relieve stress in arm and shoulders by providing a area to rest yo..
$49.00
Brand: Mack Brush Model: BRUSHES-BOX-ALL-WOOD-PREMIUM
Brushes Box Premium All Wood KitBuy Brushes Box Premium All Wood Brush Kit for Sale here. Use as a Sign Painters Kit, Gilding Box or as a Pinstriping kit brush box.  Store your brushes, paint, tapes, charcoal, stabillos, knifes and more. Turn one of these into your mobile paint shop!  This item no longer is available for overseas shipments due to the possibility of damage during shipping..
$199.00
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Model: GOLD-LEAF-SPINNER-SET
Gold Leaf Engine Turning Tool SetBuy Gold Leaf Engine Turning Tools here.  Used for Spinning, Engine Turning, Burnishing gold leaf and other precious metals.  Engine Turning has such amazing effect seen for centuries on gold leaf.   The Engine Turning tool size 00 is the smallest.  Actual size your pattern comes out depends on how much pressure you place on the tool.&..
$379.80 $422.00
Model: GOLD-LEAF-SPINNER-00
Gold Leaf Engine Turning Tool Size 00Buy Gold Leaf Engine Turning Tools here.  Used for Spinning, Engine Turning, Burnishing gold leaf and other precious metals.  Engine Turning has such amazing effect seen for centuries on gold leaf.   The Engine Turning tool size 00 is the smallest.  The 00 is 1/2" wide, however actual size your pattern comes out depends on how much..
$61.00 $75.00
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Model: GOLD-LEAF-SPINNER-01
Gold Leaf Engine Turning Tool Size 01Buy Engine Turning Tools here.  Used for Spinning, Engine Turning, Burnishing gold leaf.  Engine Turning has such amazing effect seen for centuries on gold leaf.   The Engine Turning tool size 00 is the smallest.  The 01 is 3/4" wide, however actual size your pattern comes out depends on how much pressure you place on the tool.&nbs..
$61.00
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Model: GOLD-LEAF-SPINNER-02
Gold Leaf Engine Turning Tool Size 02 1-1/4"Buy Gold Leaf Engine Turning Tools here.  Used for Spinning, Engine Turning, Burnishing gold leaf and other precious metals.  Engine Turning has such amazing effect seen for centuries on gold leaf.   The Engine Turning tool size 00 is the smallest.  The 02 is 1-1/4" wide, however actual size your pattern comes out depends on..
$83.00
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Model: GOLD-LEAF-SPINNER-03
Gold Leaf Engine Turning Tool Size 03 - 2"Buy Gold Leaf Engine Turning Tools here.  Used for Spinning, Engine Turning, Burnishing gold leaf and other precious metals.  Engine Turning has such amazing effect seen for centuries on gold leaf.    The 03 is 2" wide, however actual size your pattern comes out depends on how much pressure you place on the tool.  Velvet color..
$94.00
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Model: GOLD-LEAF-SPINNER-04
Gold Leaf Engine Turning Tool Size 04 - 2-1/2"Buy Gold Leaf Engine Turning Tools here.  Used for Spinning, Engine Turning, Burnishing gold leaf and other precious metals.  Engine Turning has such amazing effect seen for centuries on gold leaf.    The 04 is 2-1/2" wide, however actual size your pattern comes out depends on how much pressure you place on the tool.  Velv..
$123.00
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Brand: Gilders Specialty Products Model: FINE-POINT-BURNISH-PEN
Etching Burnishing Pen Fine TipFine Tip Etching Burnishing Pen for Gilding for reverse glass gilding for Sale here. Fine Tip Burnish Pen has a fiberglass tip. Used to create a fade effect in Gold or Silver Leaf when water gilding. Water gild with your karat of gold, once dried burnish/scratch a fade into gild, then water gild the next layer with a lighter karat of gold or silver from behind t..
$33.00
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Brand: Gilders Specialty Products Model: ETCHING-BURNISHING-PEN-GILDING
Etching Burnishing Pen for GildingBuy Etching Burnishing Pen for Gilding for reverse glass gilding for Sale here. Burnish Pen has a fiberglass tip. Used to create a fade effect in Gold or Silver Leaf when water gilding. Water gild with your karat of gold, once dried burnish/scratch a fade into gild, then water gild the next layer with a lighter karat of gold or silver from behind to create a ..
$24.50
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Brand: Gilders Specialty Products Model: KAOLIN-POWDER
Gilders Shadow Kaolin Gold Leaf Resist Gilders Shadow Kaolin 4 oz by volume Jar.  Comes with application pad. Fine White Clay like powder. Also known as a Resist, it resists the gold from sticking to where you don't want it to.  Use when oil gilding on any surface.  Also helpful in seeing where you have and have not applied the gold size.  This is an inert produc..
$18.00
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Brand: Mack Brush Model: BLACKLETTER-OLD-ENGLISH-PATTERN
Blackletter Style Hand Lettering practice pattern.  This Lettering Chart will help you learn and practice to hand letter in a Blackletter Style .  Using this  l8″ x 28″ heavy laminated poster size cards, use tracing paper or glass over the top,. Hand Lettering Pattern charts show each stroke in order, plus stroke direction.  All charts are two-sided with dif..
$39.99
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Brand: Mack Brush Model: BLOCK-STYLE-LETTERING-PATTERN
Block Style Hand Lettering practice pattern.  This Lettering Chart will help you learn and practice to hand letter in a Block Style .  Using this  l8″ x 28″ heavy laminated poster size cards, use tracing paper or glass over the top,. Hand Lettering Pattern charts show each stroke in order, plus stroke direction.  All charts are two-sided with different chart..
$39.99
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Brand: Mack Brush Model: BRUSH-CASUAL-LETTERING-PATTERN
Brush Casual Style Hand Lettering practice pattern.  This Lettering Chart will help you learn and practice to hand letter in a Brush Casual Style .  Using this  l8″ x 28″ heavy laminated poster size cards, use tracing paper or glass over the top,. Hand Lettering Pattern charts show each stroke in order, plus stroke direction.  All charts are two-sided with d..
$39.99
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Brand: Mack Brush Model: PRISMATIC-PATTERN
Prismatic Hand Lettering PatternPrismatic Hand Lettering Pattern for sale buy here.Unlocking the Art of Sign Painting: Chart Your Path to MasteryBecoming a skilled sign painter is a journey marked by daily practice, unwavering patience, diligence, and the inevitable dance with frustration. Yet, having the right source material to guide your learning is paramount. These meticulously hand-lettered c..
$39.99
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Brand: Mack Brush Model: ROMAN-SERIF-CAPITAL-LETTERING-PATTERN
Roman Serif Capital Style Hand Lettering practice pattern.  This Lettering Chart will help you learn and practice to hand letter in a Roman Serif Capital Style .  Using this  l8″ x 28″ heavy laminated poster size cards, use tracing paper or glass over the top,. Hand Lettering Pattern charts show each stroke in order, plus stroke direction.  All charts a..
$39.99
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Brand: Mack Brush Model: SCRIPT-STYLE-LETTERING-PATTERN
Script Style Hand Lettering practice pattern.  This Lettering Chart will help you learn and practice to hand letter in a Script Style .  Using this  l8″ x 28″ heavy laminated poster size cards, use tracing paper or glass over the top,. Hand Lettering Pattern charts show each stroke in order, plus stroke direction.  All charts are two-sided with different cha..
$39.99
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Brand: Gilders Specialty Products Model: HIDE-GLUE-BOTTLE
Hide Glue BottleBuy Hide Glue Bottles for Sale here. This Bottle is used for applying Animal Hide Glue to sand blasted glass areas to chip for texture. This is Hide Glue Bottle offers flexible walls for easy squeezing and a wide mouth for easy filling capabilities. The Hide Glue Bottle and tabulation is molded in one piece of LDPE with a polypropylene screw closure. The Hide Gl..
$30.00
Brand: Gilders Specialty Products Model: GLUE-POT-ANIMAL-HIDE-GLUE
Hide Glue Heating Pot-Economy Buy Hide Glue Heating Pot-Economy for Sale here. Glue pot for heating Hide Glue for Glass Chipping. 164 Gram Strength glue is the best grade to chip glass signs or windows with. Use 3 oz of hide glue per 1 square foot of glass to be chipped. A 1 lb Package or 16 ounces covers approximately 5 sq ft.**ACTUAL COLOR OF POT MAY VARY**..
$70.32
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Brand: Gilders Specialty Products Model: HIDE-GLUE-TRIMMER-KNIFE
Hide Glue Trimmer KnifeBuy a Hide Glue Trimmer Knife for Sale here.  Use this special Trimmer Knife to remove excess hide glue when you are glue chipping glass. Hide Glue Trimmer Knife tool is excellent for trimming the edges of your excess hide glue when glue chipping glass. Our Hide Glue Trimmer Knife comes with two different permanent tips. The first side has a knife blade that can be re-s..
$13.50
Brand: Gilders Specialty Products Model: PAINT-CUPS
Sleeve of 100 cups.1 fluid ounce each.Use to hold paint or thinner in small amounts, while you work...
$12.00
Model: PEN-GLASS-CUTTER
Glass Cutter - Pen HandleThis Carbide tip Glass Cutters come in Pistol Grip & Pen grip, both will do the same job, & both may be fill with Machine or 3 in 1 oil using the oil syringe that comes with your glass cutter of choice...
$12.50
Model: MANGNETIC-PINSTRIPING-GUIDE
Pinstriping Magnetic Guide;Helps user make straight clean lines. Yellow Magnets for a guide, in long line automotive pinstriping. The magnets contain a matte coat paint protection barrier. This creates a barrier between the magnet and vehicle surface.5″ x .030″ X 18′Contains (10 rolls)..
$45.00
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Model: PISTOL-GRIP-GLASS-CUTTER
Glass Cutter - Pistol GripThis Carbide tip Glass Cutters come in Pistol Grip & Pen grip, both will do the same job, & both may be fill with Machine or 3 in 1 oil using the oil syringe that comes with your glass cutter of choice...
$18.00
Model: PATTERN-POUNCE-PAD
Pounce Pad-Han SeeHan See Pounce Pad is most popular Pounce pad. Over the years, thousands of sign artists have used it for trucks, windows, and small flat work from Portland, Maine to Portland, Oregon and beyond. in a word, quality.How-To Han See Pounce PadThe Pounce Pad case is made of plastic and has a fill hole and cap that when uncorked may be filled with Han-See's pounce powders ..
$16.00
Model: NATURAL-POUNCE-POWDER-WHITE
Hansee White Pounce Powder 16oz - Han-See Pounce Powders Developed exclusively for the Sign Painting-Making and Graphic Industry. A unique blend of Han-See's Charcoal pounce powder minimizes peaking and prevents pounce stain. Han-see's blended White pounce powder provides excellent visibility and hold without peaking. The perfect Hans See Pounce Pad partner, refills it with no mess, no waste, no f..
$20.00
Model: CHARCOAL-POUNCE-POWDER
100% Pure Charcoal Pounce Powder Sold in 1 pound amounts- Traditional Sign Painter Pounce Powders Developed exclusively for the Sign Painting-Making and Graphic Industry. 100% pure Charcoal pounce powder minimizes peaking and prevents pounce stain, pure charcoal will hold on to substrate surface better than synthetic versions, which may blow off.Han See Pounce Pad is most popular Pounce p..
$25.00
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Model: REPLACEMENT-TIP
Replacement Tips for the Etching & Burnishing Pen Sold IndividuallyFiberglass tips. Used to create a fade in water gilding. Water gild with your karat of gold, once dried burnish/scratch a fade into gild, then water gild with a lighter karat from behind to create a fade.  ..
$5.00
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Brand: Gilders Specialty Products Model: COTTON-GILDING
Rolled Cotton for Gilding Gold LeafBuy Rolled Cotton for Gilding Gold Leaf by Gilders Specialty Products for sale here. Gilding Cotton  is used for burnishing and polishing Reverse Glass gilding and Surface Gilded gold leaf. 4 oz. 5" x 45" Roll of Cotton for gold leaf is Surgical Grade. Does not contain impurities as Veterinary Cotton can, which can contain seeds or particulates that may scra..
$19.50
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Brand: Gilders Specialty Products Model: STAINLESS-STEEL-PAINT-CUP
Stainless Steel Paint or Thinner CupBuy here For sale here Stainless Steel Paint or Thinner CupThese are cups used for holding paint or thinner, and they are constructed from polished 304 stainless steel.Specifications:Capacity: 2.5 ouncesDimensions: 1.625 inches in diameter and 2.375 inches in heightThese cups are ideal for various applications, particularly in the world of painting and mixin..
$2.99
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Brand: Gilders Specialty Products Model: STAINLESS-STEEL-PAINT-CUPS-12-PACK
Stainless Steel Paint or Thinner Cups - Pack of 12Buy here For sale here Stainless Steel Paint or Thinner CupThese are cups used for holding paint or thinner, and they are constructed from polished 304 stainless steel.Specifications:Capacity: 2.5 ouncesDimensions: 1.625 inches in diameter and 2.375 inches in heightThese cups are ideal for various applications, particularly in the world of pain..
$16.25
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Brand: Mack Brush Model: WIPE-OUT-TOOL-LARGE
Wipe Out Tool Series 2240If you over run a corner or edge, this wipe out tool can pull or push the paint away to make a perfect edge or corner. One size - Black Handle - Gold colored ferrule - Hard Blue Rubber Tips One end has a tapered point and the other end is angle chiseled..
$15.15
Brand: Mack Brush Model: WIPE-OUT-TOOL-SMALL
Wipe Out Tool Series 2205If you over run a corner or edge, this wipe out tool can pull or push the paint away to make a perfect edge or corner. One size - Black Handle - Gold colored ferrule - Hard Pink Rubber Tips One end has a tapered point and the other end is angle chiseledThis Wipe Out Tool is Smaller than its Blue counterpart...
$14.70
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