Brass (metal)

Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc.

## Brass in Ammunition and Firearms[edit]

For a more detailed treatment, see Brass (firearms).

In firearms terminology, brass refers to the shell of an ammunition cartridge.

## Red brass[edit]

Red brass (also called Gunmetal) is an alloy of copper, zinc and tin. It was formerly used for making guns. It is now used for making water and steam fittings.[1]

## References[edit]

1. ↑ https://www.survival-manual.com/metal/red-brass.php