--- product_id: 6409505 title: "Silver Brush 3000S-8 Black Velvet Short Handle Blend Squirrel and Risslon Brush, Round, Size 8" brand: "silver brush limited" price: "R937" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Silver Brush Limited" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/6409505-silver-brush-3000s-8-black-velvet-short-handle-blend-squirrel store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Precision round tip for fine detail Luxurious Black Velvet blend bristles Superior color load & flow Silver Brush 3000S-8 Black Velvet Short Handle Blend Squirrel and Risslon Brush, Round, Size 8 **Brand:** silver brush limited **Price:** R937 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ–ŒοΈ Elevate your art game with the brush that pros swear by! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Silver Brush 3000S-8 Black Velvet Short Handle Blend Squirrel and Risslon Brush, Round, Size 8 by silver brush limited - **How much does it cost?** R937 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/6409505-silver-brush-3000s-8-black-velvet-short-handle-blend-squirrel) ## Best For - silver brush limited enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted silver brush limited brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Precision Perfected:** Round pointed bristles deliver razor-sharp lines and flawless detail work every time. - β€’ **Multi-Medium Mastery:** Ideal for watercolor, gouache, inks, and dyesβ€”your all-in-one tool for artistic versatility. - β€’ **Luxuriously Soft Yet Firm:** Expert blend of squirrel hair and synthetic fibers balances softness with control for versatile strokes. - β€’ **Short Handle, Maximum Control:** Ergonomically designed for tabletop use, giving you steady, confident brushwork. - β€’ **Unmatched Color Carrying Capacity:** Holds more pigment than any other watercolor brush for vibrant, uninterrupted creativity. ## Overview The Silver Brush Limited 3000S-8 Black Velvet Round Paintbrush combines a premium blend of natural squirrel hair and synthetic fibers to deliver unmatched pigment load and precision. Designed with a short handle for optimal control, this size 8 brush excels in watercolor, gouache, inks, and dyes, making it the go-to tool for artists seeking flawless detail and smooth color flow. Trusted by thousands with a 4.7-star rating, it’s the essential upgrade for serious creatives. ## Description Buy Silver Brush 3000S-8 Black Velvet Short Handle Blend Squirrel and Risslon Brush, Round, Size 8: Round Paintbrushes - desertcart.com βœ“ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases Review: Yes, the right brush matters, and this is it! AMAZING painting experiences await. - Wow. I'm blown away by this brush! Wish I'd known about it years ago. It's true that if you don't use quality supplies when beginning watercolor art, you will become discouraged. I've played around with watercolors for years because I love the flow of them, but never really got the hang of it. This beautiful brush is a game-changer. I was immediately struck by the look and feel of the quality. The bristles are soft, smooth, and hold a good amount of water. The tip is incredible to work with! It keeps a very sharp point that works as well as a fine tipped pen. So I can paint in tiny places with no paint blobs coming off the end. The body stays tightly in place while needed, taking curves very well, but also spreads out softly with little pressure to paint the wider areas. No splaying out of stray hairs, no forcing the bristles to move a certain way, and always the proper amount of water flow coming out, which I thought was amazing. (Seems like I never have too much or too little.) Very easily responsive to your moves. I bought a size 8 first of all. If you are a beginner and don't want to make a large initial investment, this is the FIRST brush you need. It will give you such an enjoyable painting experience that you will be coming back for the other sizes, using this initial purchase as your guide. I wish my first instructor had told me about this brush. It's a great investment. Thank you, Silver, for putting out fine quality products for people like me who find emotional satisfaction in their art experience. I'm also an art-supply hoarder, so I can't wait to try out the other sizes. Happy painting and never give up. Review: Excellent investment! - The best brush, ever!!! ## Features - Black velvet short handle blend squirrel and risslon brush - Natural squirrel hair and black synthetic filament of blend creates ideal working tools - Holds large amounts of color and releases it with perfect control - Allows multiple layer glazing without disturbing previous colors - Available in round shape and size 8 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B004BNAIHW | | Best Sellers Rank | #5,858 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #3 in Round Art Paintbrushes | | Brand Name | Silver Brush Limited | | Bristle Type | Round Pointed Bristle | | Brush Width | 0.83 Inches | | Color | Black Velvet Round | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (3,371) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00765179300589 | | Handle Type | Dowel Handle | | Item Type Name | 3000S Black Velvet Round Paintbrush | | Item Weight | 8.48 g | | Manufacturer | Silver Brush Limited | | Manufacturer Part Number | 3000S8 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | 1 year manufacturer warranty against defects. | | Material Type | natural squirrel hair and black synthetics | | Model Number | 3000S8 | | Paint Type | Water-based paints and inks | | Size | 8 | | UPC | 046919998304 765179300589 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Silver Brush Limited - **Brush Width:** 0.83 Inches - **Color:** Black Velvet Round - **Material:** natural squirrel hair and black synthetics - **Size:** 8 ## Images ![Silver Brush 3000S-8 Black Velvet Short Handle Blend Squirrel and Risslon Brush, Round, Size 8 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41NWg2Pym0L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Yes, the right brush matters, and this is it! AMAZING painting experiences await. *by W***T on June 17, 2019* Wow. I'm blown away by this brush! Wish I'd known about it years ago. It's true that if you don't use quality supplies when beginning watercolor art, you will become discouraged. I've played around with watercolors for years because I love the flow of them, but never really got the hang of it. This beautiful brush is a game-changer. I was immediately struck by the look and feel of the quality. The bristles are soft, smooth, and hold a good amount of water. The tip is incredible to work with! It keeps a very sharp point that works as well as a fine tipped pen. So I can paint in tiny places with no paint blobs coming off the end. The body stays tightly in place while needed, taking curves very well, but also spreads out softly with little pressure to paint the wider areas. No splaying out of stray hairs, no forcing the bristles to move a certain way, and always the proper amount of water flow coming out, which I thought was amazing. (Seems like I never have too much or too little.) Very easily responsive to your moves. I bought a size 8 first of all. If you are a beginner and don't want to make a large initial investment, this is the FIRST brush you need. It will give you such an enjoyable painting experience that you will be coming back for the other sizes, using this initial purchase as your guide. I wish my first instructor had told me about this brush. It's a great investment. Thank you, Silver, for putting out fine quality products for people like me who find emotional satisfaction in their art experience. I'm also an art-supply hoarder, so I can't wait to try out the other sizes. Happy painting and never give up. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent investment! *by M***A on April 21, 2026* The best brush, ever!!! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Favorite brushes, can't paint without them! *by C***R on October 10, 2018* Until you use one you just can't understand why all the raves about them. These are very soft brushes compared to synthetic ones. So they "puff" up, carry the load of pigment and water in the belly of the brush but when you need it the needle point is there. because it is needle point. Sometimes you have to turn the brush to find it at the right angle, it carries a lot of water and dispenses the mix so evenly, it is hard to describe. You have probably seen some uneven strokes with synthetics, specially wet on dry. The color has some blotchy parts while you still drag the brush, as if you were changing the mix. That doesn't happen with these brushes. The fact that they don't hold the shape and they sort of shapeshift while painting is a plus for me, because having a brush that always hold the shape of the needle point can be detrimental. What happens when you make a turn, following a curve? There it is, a point on the paper... So I love them for that. When I need the fine point is there! Just turn the brush while reloading.. is magic. It is such a personal preference that is hard to tell which one is right for you. When I need very small details or longer lines, i might reach sometimes for synthetic, because I can feel the feedback of the brush on the paper and paint better. I love these brushes, have them from 2 to 12 in the rounds and a 3/4 oval which pretty much can take place of a flat for washes anytime. Some pigments will stick to these brushes like crazy and when I use those (phtalos, some quinacridones, payne's grey)I use soapy water (dove soap bar) in my first cleanse bucket while painting. These are beautiful brushes, I tried once a kolinsky and I just couldn't justify the price when I can use these. ## Frequently Bought Together - Silver Brush Limited 3000S-8 Black Velvet Round Paintbrush for Watercolor, Gouache, Inks, & Dyes, Size 8, Short Handle - Silver Brush Limited 3007S -1 Black Velvet Script Liner Paintbrush for Watercolor, Gouache, Inks, & Dyes, Size 1, Short Handle - Daniel Smith 284610009 Extra Fine Watercolors Tube, 5ml, Buff Titanium, 0.17 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/6409505-silver-brush-3000s-8-black-velvet-short-handle-blend-squirrel](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/6409505-silver-brush-3000s-8-black-velvet-short-handle-blend-squirrel) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-05-16*