--- product_id: 9550288 title: "8404 Kolinsky Round 3/0" brand: "raphael" price: "NZ$64" currency: NZD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Raphael" url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/9550288-8404-kolinsky-round-3-0 store_origin: NZ region: New Zealand --- # Premium Kolinsky sable hair 0.8mm precision tip Handcrafted in France 8404 Kolinsky Round 3/0 **Brand:** raphael **Price:** NZ$64 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Elevate your art with a brush that’s pure heritage and precision ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 8404 Kolinsky Round 3/0 by raphael - **How much does it cost?** NZ$64 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/9550288-8404-kolinsky-round-3-0) ## Best For - raphael enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted raphael brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Unmatched Bristle Quality:** Flagged Kolinsky sable hair ensures superior paint retention and smooth flow - • **Trusted by Artistic Legends:** Favored by masters like Picasso and Cezanne—join the legacy - • **Versatile for Ink & Acrylics:** Perfect for intricate ink work and mid-size acrylic details - • **Heritage Craftsmanship Since 1793:** Handmade using centuries-old French techniques - • **Masterful Precision in Every Stroke:** Ultra-fine 0.8mm brush width for detailed artistry ## Overview The Raphael 8404 Kolinsky Round 3/0 is a finely crafted, ultra-precise paintbrush made from premium Kolinsky sable hair sourced and handmade in France. With a 0.8mm tip, it delivers exceptional control for detailed ink and acrylic work. Backed by over two centuries of artisanal expertise and favored by legendary artists, this brush combines heritage craftsmanship with modern versatility to elevate your creative projects. ## Description Rafaeli was founded in Paris, in France in France in 1793. Rafaeli has been a manufacturer that has been historically recognized as one industry, and has been continuing to make brushes for a long time. In the year of Rafaeli (1793) and in Japan, it was the time that songi and Chigarakura were competing in the five years of Koshi Edo. In Europe, famous painters such as Picasso and Cezanne, they loved the Rafaeli Brush. With the knowledge and network cultivated in a long history, we have the raw hair sourcing and processing system that only Rafaeli can do. In addition, this brush is made with craftsmanship that has been passed down over generations without cutting the edge of the hair with a blade, and each piece is handmade and made in a style that is the same as it was originally established on. For more than two centuries, Rafaelian brushes have been polished to the demands of millions of painters, potters, and stained glass authors in France and beyond foreigns. Review: Quality brushes for ink or paint - These are great brushes no matter the size you get. I personally use them for ink, because I brush ink a lot of art pieces, but they're also good for paint, mostly acrylic. I haven't tried them with oils, but I assume they work wonderfully for that as well. This 3/0 is for smaller lines or doing mid size details. If you need to put more ink (or paint) at once, I would recommend the 4/0 instead. I've tried a bunch of other brushes over the years, but these Raphael, Kolinsky brushes are the ones I keep coming back to. Review: Wonderful to paint with - Love these brushes! Very top quality. Keeps their shape if you don’t abuse them (which is why I go thru so many) 🙄 ## Features - Material: Kolinsky - Country of Origin: France ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B005QSADLW | | Best Sellers Rank | #231,823 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #45 in Pointed-Round Art Paintbrushes | | Brand Name | Raphael | | Bristle Type | Flagged Bristle | | Brush Width | 0.8 Millimeters | | Color | Natural | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (185) | | Handle Type | Composite, Wood | | Item Type Name | Brush | | Item Weight | 0.01 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Raphael(ラファエル) | | Manufacturer Part Number | B8404.3/0 | | Material Type | Sable | | Model Number | B8404.3/0 | | Paint Type | Stainless Steel | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Raphael - **Bristle Type:** Flagged Bristle - **Brush Width:** 0.8 Millimeters - **Color:** Natural - **Material:** Sable ## Images ![8404 Kolinsky Round 3/0 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31fx3wObXgL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality brushes for ink or paint *by L***N on December 23, 2025* These are great brushes no matter the size you get. I personally use them for ink, because I brush ink a lot of art pieces, but they're also good for paint, mostly acrylic. I haven't tried them with oils, but I assume they work wonderfully for that as well. This 3/0 is for smaller lines or doing mid size details. If you need to put more ink (or paint) at once, I would recommend the 4/0 instead. I've tried a bunch of other brushes over the years, but these Raphael, Kolinsky brushes are the ones I keep coming back to. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful to paint with *by P***H on January 3, 2026* Love these brushes! Very top quality. Keeps their shape if you don’t abuse them (which is why I go thru so many) 🙄 ### ⭐⭐⭐ Good brushes but bad packaging *by L***W on October 9, 2025* These are excellent brushes. I ordered 2 for myself in one order, and 2 to be shipped in to a friend in a separate order. We each received our 2 brushes, but one brush in each order had no plastic protective cover over the brush hairs. It was packaged between 2 pieces of cardboard with the other brush, not taped in place as brushes usually are, and that’s very bad for the brush hairs. Very disappointing. One of them had to be treated with gum Arabic to reset the hairs. ## Frequently Bought Together - Raphael 8404 Kolinsky Round 3/0 - Winsor & Newton Series 7 Kolinsky Sable Brush, Round SH #1,Black - Raphael Precision 8504 Short Handle Brush, Round, 2, Natural --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.nz/products/9550288-8404-kolinsky-round-3-0](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/9550288-8404-kolinsky-round-3-0) --- *Product available on Desertcart New Zealand* *Store origin: NZ* *Last updated: 2026-05-04*