had this brush twice used since 3 months, first one i had have a bad knot come off apart losing hairs like an animal, i went to the store i showed the saleslady i told her all bristles fell off she gave me exact same model for free its a great brush made in Italy 100% no imitation at all handle is plastic and ergonomic good for bowl/mug lathering the bristle is not scratchy at all water retention is good and lot of backbone.
That looks like a great brush you got there lather and Razors and you were lucky to find it locally. Saw a video of a guy using one while trying to shave with an r41. The brush is what really stood out for me in that epic drama lol. Lots of quick lather and a sizable plume. I See why barbers like those big brushes. Got a beachwood Omega myself and maybe it'll soon get a big brother...