Leoball® Big Beautiful Brayer. 3" Diameter Roller with Ultra-Soft Nitrile Rubber Block Printing Brayer, Deluxe 30-35 Hardness, with Internal Bearing tech. 2 inch - size: 2 inch

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• INTRODUCING THE BIG BEAUTIFUL BRAYER – OUR FLAGSHIP PROFESSIONAL PRINTMAKING BRAYER: Inspired by the tradition of professional printmaking studios, where substantial tools were built for serious work and years of use, the Big Beautiful Brayer (BBB) is Leoball’s most uncompromising brayer yet. Defined by its monumental 3-inch diameter roller, old-world character, and unmistakable physical presence, the BBB was created for professional artists and dedicated printmakers who consider exceptional tools an essential part of their craft. A premium oversized rubber brayer where traditional craftsmanship meets modern engineering, built for those who demand more from every pass.
• 3-INCH XL ROLLER WITH PURE ALUMINUM CORE: At the heart of the BBB is its exceptionally large 3-inch diameter roller, engineered around a pure aluminum core running across the roller. Unlike lightweight cores that can flex under pressure, the rigid aluminum construction resists bending and helps maintain consistent edge-to-edge contact for uniform ink distribution across the printing surface. Its oversized diameter provides a substantial, stable rolling platform, while the precision-built core supports consistent pressure across the roller width. Available in 2-inch, 4-inch, 6-inch, 10-inch, and 14-inch roller widths for everything from detailed blocks to large-format printmaking.
• INTERNAL BEARING TECHNOLOGY & HEAVY-DUTY METAL CONSTRUCTION: Built around larger heavy-duty internal metal bearings for smooth, controlled rotation with minimal side-to-side movement and greater stability during every pass. The BBB replaces lightweight plastic construction with an uncompromising assembly of metal components: a heavy-duty metal frame, aluminum roller core, metal bearings, brass nuts, and stainless steel studs. With zero plastic parts in its mechanical construction, the BBB is engineered for the repeated demands of serious studio work and the durability expected from a professional printmaking tool.
• 30–35 SHORE A ULTRA-SOFT NITRILE RUBBER BLEND: The BBB features a premium 30–35 Shore A ultra-soft nitrile rubber roller for controlled ink transfer, consistent surface contact, and smooth, even coverage. Engineered for resistance to oils and solvents, our proprietary nitrile rubber blend is designed to withstand repeated exposure without easily swelling, softening, or cracking. Built for lasting performance with water-based, oil-based, and compatible solvent-based inks used in block printing, linocut, woodblock, and relief printing.
• ARTISANAL CRAFTSMANSHIP & HANDCRAFTED 7-INCH WOODEN HANDLES: Monumental engineering meets old-world craftsmanship in a rustic copper-finished metal frame, golden detailing, and handcrafted 7-inch wooden handles shaped for a substantial, comfortable grip. The handles are removable for convenient storage and transport, while the roller remains permanently secured within the frame for structural stability. Larger models feature dual handles for greater control across wide printing surfaces, creating a professional brayer built to become a lasting part of the printmaker’s studio.