Brass clips and slicing

[Halthron]

Most new brass clips that I see have an edge to them at the slider. If these get filed down, has anyone had the sharp edge return?

 

[Vie]

Bras clips and slicing

Rather misleading title... I for one am disappointed.

 

[Zeeman]

Rather misleading title... I for one am disappointed.

So am I...



Z...

 

[Walter]

I've heard of it, but I've personally never encountered a brass snap bolt with a sharp edge.

 

[Halthron]

LOL, didn't realize I typo'd it that way. Sorry for the deceptive marketing

I've got a couple that started with sharp edges. While I use SS for the frequent needs, there are times I could use one occasionally and don't see the need to use an expensive SS clip when a cheap brass one will do, assuming if I file the edges down they won't return.

 

[Kim]

LOL, didn't realize I typo'd it that way. Sorry for the deceptive marketing

Ok...down boys!!! I changed it.

 

[redacted]

Once I figured out why I was giving blood, I filed the edges down and never had any more problem. I believe the edge is formed when the groove is cut during the manufacturing process.

 

[Spoon]

i never even knew that was possible, i guess the clips i have gotten so far are all fine

 

[jagfish]

I've had SS clips sharp when new.I have heard somewhere that one of the downsides of brass clips is that they develop sharp edges overtime and use. Don't remember what that source was.

 

[captndale]

I've had SS clips sharp when new.I have heard somewhere that one of the downsides of brass clips is that they develop sharp edges overtime and use. Don't remember what that source was.

Brass contains zinc, which is selectively lost to the water by electrolysis. As this happens, the brass becomes porous like a sponge or lava rock and can be abrasive. Bronze, which does not contain zinc, and stainless steel are better choices for use in salt water.