West Midlands Metals Fully Licensed and Insured
We Buy Gun Metal
Premium prices for bronze alloys. Bearings, bushings, marine fittings, valves. High copper content, high value. Birmingham's bronze specialists since 1964.
COPPER CONTENT
85-90%
TIN CONTENT
8-12%
ALLOY TYPE
BRONZE
VALUE
PREMIUM
Whats is Gun Metal
Gun metal is bronze alloy with high copper and tin content. More valuable than brass due to copper richness.
Typical Composition
Key Properties
Types of Gun Metal
We buy all forms of gun metal and bronze from engineering, marine, and industrial applications.
BRONZE BEARINGS & BUSHINGS
Most common type. Plain bearings, bushings, sleeves. Machinery wear components from engineering operations.
BRONZE VALVES & FITTINGS
Marine and industrial valves. Bronze gate valves, ball valves, high-quality fittings.
MARINE BRONZE FITTINGS
Boat hardware and fittings. Naval bronze from marine applications. Corrosion-resistant components.
BRONZE PUMP COMPONENTS
Industrial pump parts. Bronze impellers, casings, housings. Water and industrial pumps.
BRONZE CASTINGS
Statues, architectural bronze, plaques. Decorative and artistic bronze castings.
MIXED GUN METAL
Various bronze components and assorted gun metal scrap. Mixed bronze materials.
What Affects Gun Metal Pricing?
Premium pricing for verified 316 grade. Multiple factors determine your final rate.
COPPER & TIN CONTENT
High copper bronze (85-90%) commands premium pricing. Valuable tin content increases value above brass. True bronze alloys receive best rates.
CLEANLINESS
Solid bronze items with minimal contamination receive best pricing. Heavy steel or iron attachments reduce value slightly.
IDENTIFICATION
Clearly identifiable gun metal/bronze receives premium rates. Uncertain alloys require testing or receive conservative pricing until verified.
MARKET CONDITIONS
Gun metal prices follow copper and tin markets. Both valuable metals make bronze premium-priced scrap material.
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Premium pricing for bronze alloys. Expert identification, same-day payment, professional service. Birmingham's gun metal specialists since 1964.
CONVENIENCE
No need to load up your van or waste time at a scrap yard. We come to you at a time that suits your schedule, handling everything professionally.
TOP PRICES
Same competitive rates as yard drop-offs. Our prices are updated daily based on the London Metal Exchange, ensuring fair and transparent valuations.
FULLY LICENSED
Operating in full compliance with the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013. All necessary licenses, full insurance, and complete waste transfer documentation.
SAME DAY PAYMENT
Once registered with us, receive same-day electronic payment directly to your bank account. No waiting, no hassle, just instant cash flow.