NSN 3770-01-616-3468

3770016163468

NO

24405

N/A

Brush, slicker, military working dog

The bristles shall be fabricated of stainless steel. The back and handle of the brush may be fabricated of metal or organic material. Any metal used shall be treated to resist corrosion. Any organic material used shall be non-absorbent and washable in hot, soapy water. The materials shall not be biodegradable and shall not be damaged by storage at high and low temperatures. The color is optional.

The brush shall be designed and fabricated for use as a grooming tool for dogs, particularly for removing mats and tangles, and for the fine seperation and alignment of the coat hairs to provide a smooth appearance. The brush shall consist of fine wire bristles imbedded in a head with an integral handle. The brush shall have a rectangular shape. The handle shall extend from one side of the head, and shall be perpendicular the long axis of the brush. The head shall be slightly curved on its short axis, so that it resembles a rectangular section from a hollow cylinder. The bristles shall be imbedded in the convex surface of the head, and shall extend a uniform distance from the head. The brush shall be at least 2 inches long and 4 inches wide, and shall contain between 200 and 250 bristles per square inch. The bristles shall be of a uniform length between 0.50 and 0.75 inches. The handle shall be at least 4 inches long.