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Gun Metal / Red Brass Scrap Prices Birmingham

Looking to sell Gun Metal or Red Brass scrap in Birmingham? At West Midlands Metals, we pay strong market prices per kilo for high-copper brass grades.

Gun Metal, often referred to as Red Brass, contains a higher percentage of copper than standard yellow brass. Because of this, it typically commands a stronger scrap value when properly sorted.

We update our scrap prices daily, so you always know what you will be paid before you weigh in.

What Is Gun Metal / Red Brass?

Gun Metal (Red Brass) is a non-ferrous alloy primarily made from:

• Copper (higher content than yellow brass)

• Tin

• Zinc

Its higher copper percentage gives it a reddish appearance and increases its scrap value compared to standard brass.

Where Is Gun Metal Commonly Found?

Gun Metal is typically found in:

• Heavy-duty plumbing valves

• Industrial pump bodies

• Water meters

• Marine fittings

• Heating system components

• Commercial pipe fittings

• Mechanical and engineering parts

Because of its durability and corrosion resistance, it is often used in demanding industrial environments.

Why Gun Metal Pays More Than Yellow Brass

The increased copper content in Gun Metal means:

• Higher intrinsic metal value

• Stronger link to copper market movements

• Greater demand in recycling markets

When copper prices rise, Gun Metal prices often follow — sometimes outperforming standard brass grades.

Sorting Gun Metal separately from yellow brass ensures you receive the correct higher valuation.

How To Maximise Your Gun Metal Scrap Price

To achieve the best possible rate per kilo:

✔ Separate from yellow brass
✔ Remove steel bolts or attachments
✔ Keep loads clean and free from heavy contamination
✔ Avoid mixing with copper pipe
✔ Drain water-filled components

Proper sorting protects your grade and ensures accurate pricing.

What Affects Gun Metal Scrap Prices?

Gun Metal scrap prices in Birmingham are influenced by:

• Global copper market trends

• Industrial demand

• Commodity trading conditions

• Exchange rates

• Supply levels

Because this grade contains a high percentage of copper, monitoring daily market movements is important.

Check today’s brass scrap prices in Birmingham before bringing your material in.

Why Sell Gun Metal to West Midlands Metals?

✔ Specialist non-ferrous scrap yard
✔ Transparent daily pricing
✔ Accurate digital weighing
✔ Same-day instant bank payments
✔ Fast, professional service
✔ Trusted by over 6,000 trades & businesses

We focus exclusively on non-ferrous metals, which means proper grading and efficient service every time.

Serving Birmingham & The West Midlands

We welcome plumbers, engineers and contractors from:

• Birmingham

• Solihull

• Wolverhampton

• Walsall

• Dudley

• West Bromwich

• Sutton Coldfield

• Redditch

• Worcester

• Kidderminster

For larger quantities of Gun Metal or Red Brass, we also offer scrap metal collection across the wider West Midlands.

Ready to Weigh In Your Gun Metal?

Markets move daily. If brass and copper prices are strong, don’t delay.

Bring your Gun Metal or Red Brass scrap to:

📍 West Midlands Metals
11–12 The Arches
Lawden Road
Birmingham
B10 0AB

🕒 Monday–Friday 8am–5pm
🕒 Saturday 8am–12pm

Or check today’s brass scrap prices online before travelling.

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