Tobin bronze

Definitions of Tobin bronze
  1. noun
    alpha-beta brass containing tin; resistant to sea water; Admiralty Metal is a trademark
    synonyms: Admiralty Metal, Admiralty brass, naval brass
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    type of:
    Muntz metal, alpha-beta brass, yellow metal
    a brass that has more zinc and is stronger than alpha brass; used in making castings and hot-worked products
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