Pro Arte Masterstroke 60 — Synthetic Round
Pro Arte Masterstroke 60 — Synthetic Round
- Material
- Synthetic (Synthetic)
- Shape
- Round
- Handle
- Short
- Vegan
- Yes
- Best for
- Watercolour, Acrylic, Gouache, Oil
Pro Arte's Prolon student range — an affordable, springy synthetic round for watercolour, acrylic, gouache and oil.
What makes this brush special
Pro Arte's own Prolon synthetic fibre — economical and durable. Good spring and point recovery for a student-grade brush. Multi-media: watercolour, acrylic, gouache and oil. Endorsed by artist Terry Harrison. Strong value for classrooms and beginners.
Medium compatibility
Smooth flow for washes, controlled lines and fine points.
Best with properly thinned acrylics, especially for detail and glazing.
Handles opaque water-based paint when thinned to a brush-friendly consistency.
Great for
- Students, beginners and hobby painters on a budget
- Multi-media work across watercolour, acrylic, gouache and oil
- Classroom and practice use where cost matters
- A dependable everyday round without natural-hair prices
Technique & use
- General Painting
- Detail Work
- Basecoating
Less ideal for
- Painters who want the flagship Prolene's finer, sable-like feel
- Exhibition or professional watercolour work
- The finest miniature detail
- Those who prefer a stiff, acrylic-specific brush (see Acrylix)
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| Size | Tuft Length | Belly Diameter | Price | Stock |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/0 | 4.0 mm | — | $8.34 | Sold Out |
| 5/0 | 5.0 mm | — | $8.34 | In Stock |
| 4/0 | 6.0 mm | — | $8.34 | Sold Out |
| 3/0 | 7.0 mm | — | $8.34 | In Stock |
| 2/0 | 8.0 mm | — | $8.34 | Sold Out |
| 0 | 9.0 mm | — | $8.34 | Sold Out |
| 2 | 16.0 mm | — | $8.82 | Sold Out |
| 4 | 18.0 mm | — | $10.09 | Sold Out |
| 6 | 22.0 mm | — | $11.86 | Sold Out |
| 8 | 22.0 mm | — | $13.15 | Sold Out |
| 10 | 25.0 mm | — | $14.42 | Sold Out |
| 12 | 27.0 mm | — | $16.04 | Sold Out |
Brush sizes are not standardised across brands — a Size 1 from one maker may differ from another. These brushes are handcrafted, so individual dimensions may vary by 1–2 mm.
How we measure a brush
A visual guide to the measurements shown in the size chart above.
These are the same measurements shown in the size chart above. Brush sizes are not standardised across brands, so use these dimensions when comparing brushes within a series or between manufacturers.
- Tuft Length
- The visible length of the brush hairs, measured from the ferrule to the tip.
- Belly Diameter
- The widest point of the brush head. On round brushes, this is the widest part of the belly.
- Total Length
- The full measurement from the tip of the brush to the end of the handle.
How to care for your brush
Rinse after use and clean with brush soap periodically. Prolon is durable and forgiving; reshape the point after washing. Standard synthetic care keeps it usable for a long time — avoid leaving it standing in solvents.
