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MAGNUM - #12 / 0.35x5mm Long Taper
The #12 gauge (0.35mm) refers to the thickness of the individual needle. This is a standard size for magnum needles and is slightly thicker than finer needles like #10 (0.30mm). It allows for more ink to be delivered with each pass, making it ideal for efficiently packing color and creating smooth shading. Magnum needles are arranged in a flat or stacked configuration, with two rows of needles overlapping slightly. This design increases the surface area covered with each stroke, making magnums great for larger areas of shading, color blending, and soft gradients. The standard magnum (also known as a "flat mag") is laid out in a straight, horizontal row, while a curved magnum has a slight arc to the needle tips, which helps with smoother transitions and reduced skin trauma when working on curved areas. A 5mm long taper means that the needle’s tip gradually thins out over a longer distance, providing a more refined point. This allows for greater control over the ink flow, offering smoother blends and more gradual shading transitions. The long taper is excellent for soft shading while still allowing for solid color packing when needed. A longer taper like this offers more precision compared to shorter tapers, which tend to deposit more ink at once but are less controlled for subtle work. Magnum needles are commonly used for shading large areas, color packing, and blending. The #12 diameter makes this particular needle versatile, offering a balance between efficiency in packing color and precision in shading. The long taper allows for smoother transitions, making it ideal for soft gradients or more detailed shading work. The magnum configuration spreads the ink more evenly over larger areas, reducing the need for multiple passes, which in turn minimizes skin trauma. This needle is well-suited for larger shading areas and color packing, offering a good balance of ink flow and precision for smooth transitions and consistent coveragGET OPTIONAL FIRE GRIPS HERE ---> https://electrumsupply.com/product/electrum-fire-rubber-grips/
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