VDH boar brush. Oh, sorry, I thought this was a "best brush under 6.00" thread. If you call up VDH and ask them really politely for their secret badger brush, for 20.00 they'll send you a Best that puts C&E's to shame. But don't tell anyone.
Adding a twist - Travel Brush I'm considring the Kent BK4 (the web site above still offers for 39 lb - ~ $50 US), or the Rooney 3/1 Super (i've seen for $ 75). In your opinions would one of these be better for travel? I have a vented plastic case to use for either, it will be used with Soaps and Creams, and I will most likely build the lather on my face. Thanks, Moe
Agreed. Boar is my preference for soaps. However, of the two badgers you named, Moe, I think the Kent is better for travel, and I prefer it. It's soft and verges on floppy, though not like the Vulfix, which I had to get rid of. My BK4 is permanently in the den, and it takes care of soaps and creams equally well: it's the best badger I've ever found for MWF. It's smaller than the 3/1, so it takes up ever so slightly less space in the kit for traveling. But, my best soap brush, as I said, is an Omega boar, well broken-in. Backbone, soft tips, easy lathering, feels great on the face, and even the most expensive is under $25. Regards, Tim
Thanks!!!! Thanks all. I've put the Kent BK4 on order, and think i'll start looking at some boar brushes for when I want to change things up a bit. -Moe
Whaddaya know! He's right! It's actually $23, after shipping. And they don't take credit cards, they mail you the brush and an invoice, and you mail them back a check. Not a bad brush! Better than the cheapo Omega I was messing with. A bit "lofty" for me, and I think I like the fan shape better than this more "bulbous" shape, but still.... helluva deal for $23! Thanks for the heads up!
No problem. And a big plug for the fine folks at Van Der Hagen- that's customer service you don't often come across anymore. "We trust you- just send us a check when you get around to it!" Oh, and I hope nobody reads this and intends on trying to rip them off, cause that may lead to them having to stop offering the brush. Just know that you are a douche if you do.
I'm going to have to try this one. If it's better than C&E, it's gotta be better than Tweezerman. Good lookin' out, Rob. I have been wanting to try another badger against my Kingsley Tortoise Style.
