Help For A New Brush

Discussion in 'The Brush' started by Bytebuster, Sep 30, 2007.

  1. Bytebuster

    Bytebuster New Member

    Hi there to all of you from The Netherlands,

    I'm new to the forum, but not new to wet shaving. I have almost everything except a good shaving brush. Now I'm in search of a good brush. My problem is that I have a very hard beard and a sensitive skin. I have a few brushes of Omega and two of them are badger, but because they are trimmed I feel the edges of hairs on my face, which is not a nice feeling and on the other side the hairs are a bit soft so the hairs are spreading when I apply a bit pressure. I was told that I have to look for untrimmed silvertip with bit stiff body. I have no brand in mind. Total brush lenght of max. 4.5 inch/11cm with a bristle length of max 2.2inch/5.5cm will be nice. Any suggestions?

    Memo
     
  2. IsaacRN

    IsaacRN Active Member

    Welcome to the DEN.

    I know Simpson has some good variety of brush sizes that might be along what your looking for.
     
  3. Sejanus

    Sejanus New Member

    Welcome!

    We have quite a few Brush experts here, so I am sure they can direct you better than I could. I am happy with my Simple C&E Best Badger Brush :D
     
  4. Sailinblues

    Sailinblues Well-Known Member

    Welcome
    Put your feet up and enjoy your stay!
     
  5. PalmettoB

    PalmettoB The Old Guard

    Welcome to The Shave Den. You might want to check out the Simpson's brushes, or maybe Shavemac.
     
  6. Queen of Blades

    Queen of Blades Mistress of Mischief Staff Member

    Moderator Supporting Vendor
    Welcome to The Shave Den!

    I'm a fan of the Crabtree & Evelyn Best Badger Brush myself, but not sure if that meets your requirements.
     
  7. TraderJoe

    TraderJoe Pink Floid

    Crabtree & Evelyn Best Badger, unless I am grossly mistaken.....has "trimmed tips"

    I would recommend a Kent BK4, or a Savile Row Silvertip 3xxx series :happy088

    Welcome to the Shave Den :eatdrink004
     
  8. Will

    Will Nevermind

    I would also like to throw in the vote for Kent BK Series or the Savile Row 3xxx Series.
     
  9. IsaacRN

    IsaacRN Active Member

    I have a Savile Row 3xxx series and absolutely love it. I highly recommend it
     
  10. msandoval858

    msandoval858 Active Member

    Duke 3.

    Problem solved

    :p
     
  11. Will

    Will Nevermind

    We were waiting for you Mr. Simpson. :D
     
  12. Padron

    Padron Active Member

    I'll vote Shavemac Silvertip or Savile Row 3XXX series as well, great brushes with good backbone and soft tips. Nice luxurious brushes that work well with soaps and creams, but better with creams..;)
     
  13. rick

    rick I'll make ya SCream!


    Theres one for sale over at SMF.
    Hurry and save me from myself :o
     
  14. hyperwarp

    hyperwarp New Member

    Definitely consider the SR 3xxxx series. Great quality/value ratio. I've got a 3118 and it's a wonderful daily treat for my face & whips up batter with the best of them.

    Fact, my 3118 is so satisfying that it pre-Cured me of SBAD. I admit to getting an occasional flare-up of pure, raw lust for a Harvard 6. If only I could marry a nice, single Harvard 6 & bury my face in it's badgery embrace.

    But, pending that Happy Event, the 3118 is a very satisfying tool. Great luxury for a small price (my fav kind of luxury) !!
     

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