Stirling synthetic brushes factory seconds

My first shave using the Stirling; I actually dont mind the handle shape and find it rests comfortably in the palm. The lower narrow-waisted shape allows good maneuverability and the large, soft knot is quite comfy on the face.
For the price, I've no complaints.

 

You forget one critical issue in your discussion. Many people have vintage handles they wish to refurbish. That is extremely popular in its own right with lots of sales and work for those who have the expertise, reputation and availability to do so. Most people who are really into brushes have a large number of customs and vintage restores. Take a look at the thread below.

http://theshaveden.com/forums/threads/dissection-of-stirling-synthetic-brush-review.46250/

Now that I have shown that you cannot easily steam the knot of of the Stirling handle, the soap makers who have knots only will be the only game in town and can make more than enough profit. In fact dollar for dollar sold their margins will be higher than the completed brushes because the knots can be sold at almost as much as a completed brush. Example, you want that knot released from the Stirling to use knot in a higher tone handle or a vintage antique you would more than likely be charged one hours worth of labor to extract the knot. So the $25 brush price plus anywhere from $25 to whatever the expert will demand will increase the cost of the knot to a minimum of $50. So if you can procure a non handled knot for $20 you are far ahead of the game. How do you think TGN and other knot sellers do a great business and how do you think the custom brush makers/restorers can have a full schedule and can be choosy with their projects?

BTW: Many people have been tracking this fiber and knot sources in China (including yours truly) since the L'occitane Plisson was released but did not discuss it much online because of the minimum buy requirements. No sense in starting a stir when you cannot, or don't want to, fill the pot. The company is Shijiazhuang Yaqi Brush Product Co., Ltd. but many other makers in Hebei, China can make this from the stock fibers.

I hope this provides additional clarity to the reason why one vendor chooses a whole brush while another chooses just a knot.

 

I've used this brushes four times now and love it. Somebody did a good job on this brush.

 

Two shaves with this Brush and I think it's well spent Money. I'm a head shaver and this brush can hold alot of soap.

Anthony

 

I ordered a scratched logo. I went ahead and got some Ben Franklin soap and AS while I was at it. Just to help justify it, I also got a grapefruit bath bar for my wife.

 

The answer to the question again is same fibers different knot size. I received the Chiseled Face today and here is a quick picture comparison between it and the Stirling.

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About equal.

 

Supposedly, my brush was delivered today, so I'll get to try it out tomorrow. I am looking forward to it!