Brass nails and stripes are omitted from many recipes. Historically, brass was used for fasteners and nails. Game player wise brass is harder to obtain then copper nails, and from a hardness level brass is a better material for nails then something like copper, silver, or gold. Additionally, how players approach the handbook, when they see flashing items, they assume any nails or stripes. So while the book won't ever show brass nails being used, it's a common assumption players will make and result in a moment of confusion and disappointment when the game doesn't do what is expected from it.
It seems to have been an oversight when it was added for the large lanterns.
Recipes to consider adding (which allows all tool metals and precious metals):
- Small Bellows
- Gates
- Chests
- Cabinets (+ Doors)
- Bridle
- Saddle
- Saddle Bags
- Grinding Wheel
- Scroll Rack
- Wooden Linkage
- Scrap Bombs