This beautiful wooden handled Boar Bristle Pastry/Basting Brush is perfect for your bigger cooking projects. Whether you are basting meats or spreading egg wash onto large pastry crusts, this brush will help you complete any task. The gleaming lacquered hardwood handle and brown nylon ferrules give your kitchen a professional and high-quality feeling, while the boar bristles are durable, water-resistant, and snugly secure for basting meats and pastries. The fine makeup and absorbency of the bristles are excellent for use by applying thin liquids such as butter, olive oil, or vinegar-based marinades. With its wide design, this brush is even ideal for jobs like basting a roast, buttering phyllo dough sheets, or applying an egg wash on large loaves and pastries. These durable bristles can withstand up to 266 degrees Fahrenheit, while the frame between the handle and the bristles can be used up to 176 degrees Fahrenheit.