Brass sand casting

Material

  • Price

    Medium

    Good price-to-performance ratio. Costs more than basic materials, but the difference in durability and appearance is noticeable.

  • Strength

    Medium

    Handles everyday walks and regular use. Sufficient for calm and moderately active dogs, but may deform under repeated strong pulling.

  • Corrosion resistance

    Good

    Handles typical outdoor conditions including rain and morning dew. Does not need a protective coating for corrosion, but may react over time in more aggressive environments.

  • Water

    Fully waterproof

    Wet it, submerge it, leave it in water — fresh water will not harm it. No drying or treatment needed; water does not affect function or appearance.

Weight Heavy Noticeable weight that gives a robust impression, but may be uncomfortable for small and sensitive dogs. Better suited for medium and large breeds.
Allergy risk Hypoallergenic May contain potential allergens in its structure, but they are not released in amounts that would cause a reaction during normal wear. Safe for most sensitive individuals.
Aging Develops patina Naturally changes colour tone and surface texture. This is not a defect — it is a property of the material. The resulting patina gives the product a unique look that deepens over time.
Maintenance Low maintenance Occasionally wipe with a dry or slightly damp cloth and the material will stay in good condition. No special products or regular routine required.

What cast brass is

The same copper-zinc alloy as brass, just made differently: the molten metal is cast into moulds. Casting allows solid, shape-complex pieces – rounded snap hooks, bells, jingles.

Why we use it for hardware

Where the shape cannot be made by bending wire or by machining. A cast snap hook is substantial, feels good in the hand and carries all the strengths of brass: it does not rust and develops a patina over time.

When to choose it and when to look elsewhere

  • Leather goods with a classic look – the golden tone suits natural leather.
  • Bells and jingles – brass has a clean, carrying tone.

Cast brass is somewhat more brittle than wrought brass – for the heaviest loads choose brass or stainless steel. For permanent use at sea, marine bronze.

How it ages and how to care for it

It darkens into a patina; a polishing cloth brings the shine back, a clear lacquer keeps it permanently. After the sea, rinse the hardware with fresh water.

Good to know

Cast brass hardware is still made today using methods sailors knew a hundred years ago – brass holds up on boats because there is nothing on it for rust to take hold of.

Products — Material: Brass sand casting

  • Brass Snap Hook 75 mm/13

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 78 mm/13–17

    Eye width: 13–17 mm, Sizes: 2, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 200 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    from $2.50 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 76 mm/14

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 79 mm/14–20

    Eye width: 14–20 mm, Sizes: 3, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 224 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    from $2.56 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 79 mm/13

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 82 mm/13–20

    Eye width: 13–20 mm, Sizes: 3, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 114 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    from $2.10 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 79 mm/13 – Chrome Plated

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 79 mm/13 – Chrome Plated

    Eye width: 13 mm, Sizes: 1, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 114 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    $2.23 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 80 mm/17 – Chrome Plated

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 80 mm/17 – Chrome Plated

    Eye width: 17 mm, Sizes: 1, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 224 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    $3.24 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 81 mm/14

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 81 mm/14

    Eye width: 14 mm, Sizes: 1, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 220 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    $2.86 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 100 mm/28

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 100 mm/28

    Eye width: 28 mm, Sizes: 1, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 280 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    $4.57 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 12 cm/32

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 12 cm/32

    Eye width: 32 mm, Sizes: 1, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 300 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    $6.29 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 62 mm/17

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 65 mm/17–22

    Eye width: 17–22 mm, Sizes: 3, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 80 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    from $2.48 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 57 mm/13Q

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 57 mm/13Q

    Eye width: 13 mm, Sizes: 1, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 138 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    $1.77 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 58 mm/21Q

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 58 mm/21–26Q

    Eye width: 21–26 mm, Sizes: 2, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 120 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    from $1.42 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 72 mm/16Q

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 72 mm/16–20Q

    Eye width: 16–20 mm, Sizes: 2, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 188 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    from $2.59 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 73 mm/17Q

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 75 mm/17–25Q

    Eye width: 17–25 mm, Sizes: 3, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 122 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    from $2.21 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 75 mm/20Q

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 75 mm/20Q

    Eye width: 20 mm, Sizes: 1, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 95 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    $2.32 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 75 mm/17Q

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 75 mm/17–25Q

    Eye width: 17–25 mm, Sizes: 3, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 250 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    from $3.00 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 75 mm/20Q – Chrome Plated

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 75 mm/20Q – Chrome Plated

    Eye width: 20 mm, Sizes: 1, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 200 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    $3.32 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 80 mm/20Q

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 80 mm/20Q

    Eye width: 20 mm, Sizes: 1, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 200 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    $3.02 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 62 mm/13Q

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 64 mm/13–25Q

    Eye width: 13–25 mm, Sizes: 4, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 100 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    from $2.48 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 61 mm/17Q

    - 20 % Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 65 mm/17–25Q

    Eye width: 17–25 mm, Sizes: 3, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 100 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    from $2.26 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 61 mm/16Q

    - 20 % Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 64 mm/16–30Q

    Eye width: 16–30 mm, Sizes: 4, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 80 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    from $2.37 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 82 mm/25Q

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 82 mm/25Q

    Eye width: 25 mm, Sizes: 1, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 200 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    $3.24 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 84 mm/17

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 84 mm/17

    Eye width: 17 mm, Sizes: 1, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 120 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    $3.87 incl. VAT

  • Brass Snap Hook 95 mm/20

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Snap Hook 95 mm/20

    Eye width: 20 mm, Sizes: 1, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 120 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    $4.44 incl. VAT

  • Double Ended Bolt Snap 89 mm/10 – Brass

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Double Ended Bolt Snap 94 mm/10–12 – Brass

    Eye width: 10–12 mm, Sizes: 2, Material: Brass Sand Casting, Breaking load: up to 200 kg, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    from $3.13 incl. VAT

  • Brass Heavy duty Roller buckle

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Heavy duty Roller buckle

    Bestselling saddlery roller buckle with welded joint rated up to 200 kg. The roller facilitates correct tightening and protects the material from wear when the …

    ● In stock

    from $1.17 incl. VAT

  • Brass Heavy duty Roller buckle

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Heavy duty Roller buckle

    Bestselling saddlery roller buckle with welded joint rated up to 300 kg. The roller facilitates correct tightening and protects the material from wear when the …

    ● In stock

    from $1.50 incl. VAT

  • Brass Heavy duty Roller buckle

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Heavy duty Roller buckle

    Solid brass Roller buckle, countoured, single prong. TIP: Brass naturally oxidizes and darkens over time – it’s not a defect, just the metal reacting with …

    ● In stock

    from $1.47 incl. VAT

  • Center bar Brass buckle

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Center bar Brass buckle

    Solid brass Center bar buckle, countoured, single prong. TIP: Brass naturally oxidizes and darkens over time – it’s not a defect, just the metal reacting …

    ● In stock

    from $0.953 incl. VAT

  • Center bar buckle – Brass

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Center bar buckle – Brass

    Looking for a reliable solution that combines a classic look with modern practicality? The roller buckle holds tight, is easy to adjust, and looks great …

    ● In stock

    from $0.968 incl. VAT

  • Brass Roller buckle

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Roller buckle

    Solid brass Roller buckle, countoured, single prong. TIP: Brass naturally oxidizes and darkens over time – it’s not a defect, just the metal reacting with …

    ● In stock

    from $1.008 incl. VAT

  • Brass Heavy duty Roller buckle

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Brass Heavy duty Roller buckle

    Bestselling saddlery roller buckle with welded joint rated up to 200 kg. The roller facilitates correct tightening and protects the material from wear when the …

    ● In stock

    from $1.34 incl. VAT

  • Double Bar Collar Buckle – Brass, 13 mm

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Double Bar Collar Buckle – Brass, 13–40 mm

    Inner width: 13–40 mm, Sizes: 6, Material: brass sand casting, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    from $1.12 incl. VAT

  • Double Bar Collar Buckle – Brass, 16 mm

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Double Bar Collar Buckle – Brass, 16–25 mm

    Inner width: 16–25 mm, Sizes: 3, Material: brass sand casting, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    from $1.28 incl. VAT

  • Double Bar Collar Buckle – Chrome-Plated Brass

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Double Bar Collar Buckle – Chrome-Plated Brass

    Inner width: 16–25 mm, Sizes: 3, Material: brass sand casting, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    from $1.39 incl. VAT

  • Collar Buckle – Brass, 20 mm

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Collar Buckle – Brass, 20–25 mm

    Inner width: 20–25 mm, Sizes: 2, Material: brass sand casting, 10 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● In stock

    from $1.34 incl. VAT

  • Solid Brass Belt Buckle 26 mm

    Brass Nickel Tested

    Solid Brass Belt Buckle 26 mm

    Inner width: 26 mm, Prong Ø: 4 mm, Material: brass sand casting, Weight: 22 g, 1 pcs/pack, Price per pcs

    ● Out of stock

    $1.48 incl. VAT