Need recommendations on a larger synthetic brush

Discussion in 'The Brush' started by shaver862, Oct 18, 2015.

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  1. shaver862

    shaver862 New Member

    The brush on right is synthetic and I like it but I just wish the bristles were longer and more bushy like the brush on the left. Any suggestions?

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    shaver862, Oct 18, 2015
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  2. RaZorBurn123

    RaZorBurn123 waiting hardily...............

    I'd go with Stirling Soaps synthetic 26mm knot, it's a fantastic brush! It should be back in stock very soon.
     
    RaZorBurn123, Oct 18, 2015
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  3. Dzia Dzia

    Dzia Dzia Entitled to whine

    A synthetic is not going to bloom out like a boar or badger. The former does not absorb water like the later two causing the natural hairs bloom.
     
    Dzia Dzia, Oct 18, 2015
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  4. shaver862

    shaver862 New Member

    Ok? I just want a larger synthetic brush to what I have
     
    shaver862, Oct 19, 2015
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  5. Doryferon

    Doryferon Well-Known Member

    Frank Shaving Pur-Tech,it's 26-27mm
    I have it, isn't something great,don't compare the size of a Boar with the size of a Synthetic.
    A 24-25mm Omega is a Winner !
     
    Doryferon, Oct 28, 2015
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  6. celestino

    celestino Friendly Neighborhood Wetshaver

    The Edwin Jagger XL 25mm is also another option, or the Whipped Dog 30mm synthetic might be the largest one you can get.
     
    celestino, Oct 28, 2015
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  7. PickledNorthern

    PickledNorthern Fabulous, the unicorn

    If you like the S brush you have, you can get one in the Pro size.
     
    PickledNorthern, Oct 31, 2015
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  8. Brushfire

    Brushfire Member

    I agree with RazorBurn that the 26mm "kong" synthetic brush from Stirling Soap is a great brush at a great price!
     
    Brushfire, Oct 31, 2015
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  9. SHAVEWIZARD420

    SHAVEWIZARD420 Well-Known Member

    The Fine Synthetic brush is very nice and has a nice loft, the Omega brushes are a great deal and I would recommend both as they have earned a place in my den.
     
    SHAVEWIZARD420, Nov 1, 2015
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  10. Boojum1

    Boojum1 Valet Parking Available Here

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    Boojum1, Nov 1, 2015
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  11. DanElHombre

    DanElHombre Member

    The Stirling 26mm is now back in stock. I just got one, and I do like it. That sucker is huge.
     
    DanElHombre, Nov 3, 2015
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  12. DDuckyMark

    DDuckyMark Ducky Duck and the Hiding Bunch

    If I liked big brushes I would get a Whipped dog synthetic. I love my 20mm one and I may end up with a big 30mm one someday just to try and have stolen by my fiance.
     
    DDuckyMark, Nov 3, 2015
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  13. oscar11

    oscar11 Well-Known Member

    H.I.S. (at least the original) 28mm and pretty darn nice knot, IMO.
     
    oscar11, Nov 3, 2015
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  14. CyanideMetal

    CyanideMetal Wild and crazy guy

    Has anybody tried the WD 30mm? If so, what loft did you go with. Trying to decide on the standard, 5mm or 10mm sink.
     
    CyanideMetal, Nov 4, 2015
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  15. PLANofMAN

    PLANofMAN Eccentric Razor Collector Staff Member

    Moderator Article Team
    http://theshaveden.com/forums/threads/diy-synthetic-brush-showdown-choosing-your-knot.47145/

    I've owned both the H.I.S. brush and Stirling's "Kong" brush. I found both to be too large for my tastes. I prefer a 23-24mm knot for Synthetics. I can see why some people would want a large synthetic brush. They are luxurious feeling and give good face coverage.

    Between the two, the original H.I.S. brush had a more comfortable handle, and uses a later generation of synthetic hair. I understand that the current H.I.S. brush uses the same size handle, with a smaller knot. A pity, otherwise I would recommend that one.
     
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    PLANofMAN, Nov 4, 2015
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  16. PickledNorthern

    PickledNorthern Fabulous, the unicorn

    I have that knot in a 30 at standard, (I think it's standard, it's about a 60, you could ask Larry), and a 28 with a loft of about 55. I wouldn't worry so much about needing a deeper set on these bigger knots. They are so dense to begin with, the flop isn't such a worry on them. Flop isn't so much their problem as splay. I like them both, they are just kind of beasts. Use a ton of soap. They are fun to use though.
     
    PickledNorthern, Nov 4, 2015
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  17. CyanideMetal

    CyanideMetal Wild and crazy guy

    Thanks. I like splay and good backbone. Larry's website says the standard is 70mm.
     
    CyanideMetal, Nov 4, 2015
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  18. cubancigar2000

    cubancigar2000 Well-Known Member

    Franks Shaving 30 mm is a monster big brush that is firm but soft as it gets
     
    cubancigar2000, Nov 4, 2015
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  19. PickledNorthern

    PickledNorthern Fabulous, the unicorn

    70 is the total height of the knot. You have to subtract the depth f the set in the handle which I believe is 10 mm for standard.
     
    PickledNorthern, Nov 4, 2015
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  20. DDuckyMark

    DDuckyMark Ducky Duck and the Hiding Bunch

    when I got my WD brush he was sold out on the 30mm. Are they back in stock?
     
    DDuckyMark, Nov 4, 2015
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