Item Description
I can't believe this hasn't been reviewed yet. Semogue makes some of the finest boars and this one is no exception.
Price: For a boar this brush is rather expensive at about $30 shipped, however, given the quality of the brush and everything that comes with it, this brush is a bargain. I dare you to find a brush this good in a badger for the same price - not happening. So it gets a 10
Quality: Semogue is known for their high quality boar hairs, and the semogue 830 showcases this. The knot is extra stuffed, the acrylic handle is a beauty and even the badger imitation banding are all well done.
Density: Having used a number of semogue boars, I will compare the density to them. The 830 is extra stuffed and it shows compared to say the 620 or 1305.
Stiffness: The semogue 620 beats this brush for stiffness having the most backbone of any brush I've used. That said, this brush still has plenty of backbone and will handle both soaps and creams alike.
Softness: The 830 once broken in is one of the softest brushes I have. It is great for face lathering and given that it is a boar, the softness is quite a surprise.
Ergonomic: I have to ding the brush a little here at the handle is too short for me and is not the most pleasing brush to use from an ergonomical standpoint. The 2000 and SOC have much more ergonomically friendly handles.
Latherability: Once broken in, the 830 for provide consistent dense and creamy lather on a regular basis. Mine took several weeks to a month to be consistent.
Overall: I use this brush exclusively for face lathering soaps, but it will work just as well for bowl lathering soaps and creams. I go back and forth on which brush I prefer for face lathering between the 620 and 830, but bottom line, you can't go wrong with either. The 830 is definitely softer and has more density than the 620, while having slightly less backbone (probably due to the higher loft). Semogues make great boars and for the prices, you can try several ones out to see which you prefer. I personally believe everyone should own a semogue boar and the 830 is definitely near the top of that list.
Price: For a boar this brush is rather expensive at about $30 shipped, however, given the quality of the brush and everything that comes with it, this brush is a bargain. I dare you to find a brush this good in a badger for the same price - not happening. So it gets a 10
Quality: Semogue is known for their high quality boar hairs, and the semogue 830 showcases this. The knot is extra stuffed, the acrylic handle is a beauty and even the badger imitation banding are all well done.
Density: Having used a number of semogue boars, I will compare the density to them. The 830 is extra stuffed and it shows compared to say the 620 or 1305.
Stiffness: The semogue 620 beats this brush for stiffness having the most backbone of any brush I've used. That said, this brush still has plenty of backbone and will handle both soaps and creams alike.
Softness: The 830 once broken in is one of the softest brushes I have. It is great for face lathering and given that it is a boar, the softness is quite a surprise.
Ergonomic: I have to ding the brush a little here at the handle is too short for me and is not the most pleasing brush to use from an ergonomical standpoint. The 2000 and SOC have much more ergonomically friendly handles.
Latherability: Once broken in, the 830 for provide consistent dense and creamy lather on a regular basis. Mine took several weeks to a month to be consistent.
Overall: I use this brush exclusively for face lathering soaps, but it will work just as well for bowl lathering soaps and creams. I go back and forth on which brush I prefer for face lathering between the 620 and 830, but bottom line, you can't go wrong with either. The 830 is definitely softer and has more density than the 620, while having slightly less backbone (probably due to the higher loft). Semogues make great boars and for the prices, you can try several ones out to see which you prefer. I personally believe everyone should own a semogue boar and the 830 is definitely near the top of that list.
