I hate hate hate brass wire!!! I'll work with it if i absolutely need to, but if a change is able i will switch to copper wire any day!
I've HAD IT with brass and its stubborn ways, the bi*ch even cut my fingers countless times!

In conclusion, i hate brass wire, and if you ever see a piece of work with it just know that sooo much EXTRA work and patience went into it!!

end of rant.