Antique store find. What is it?

[Mitts]

I picked up this nice brush today. It appears to be made of celluloid, and has a nice aged patina. It is a slim handle with a nice shape. The markings on the front have an E inside a diamond with an N and Y below. On the back it says Genuine Badger Sterilized 500. Dimensions are 105m high overall, 20m X 45m knot. I thought it would be a great restoration candidate, but now I think I'll leave it alone since the knot is so nice. It has no soap residue, no odor, and no marks on the handle or goop in the cracks. I think it was unused. Any of you gentlemen have an idea who made it?
Thanks,
Russ

 

[ssultan]

Beautiful handle..and the knot appears in mint condition..I would leave it as is and just enjoy using it

Good catch!!!

 

[shwin]

agreed...that is one nice brush

 

[dpmtherrien]

Not sure of the make, but it looks like one fine brush. I'm sure if one of our members knows anything about this one they'll be along in a bit. In the meantime use it and enjoy it.

 

[JPDyson]

Could that be Erskine?

 

[Mitts]

My brush thanks you for the compliments! I did a little web serching on Erskine, but didn't see a logo like mine has. Seems to still be a mystery.....
Russ

 

[ROCKET56]

This Brush is a early Simpson.It was made in London.
Great find and a beautiful brush.
Cheers Rocket

 

[Stroker]

Very unique brush Russ! It's definately very rare and in primo condition. Either keep it as a vintage treasure or ....Use it and really enjoy it! One way or the other..great find!

 

[Mitts]

This Brush is a early Simpson.It was made in London.
Great find and a beautiful brush.
Cheers Rocket

Rocket,
Thanks for the info. I have heard of that company!
Russ

 

[Nightbreed]

Look here http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=133383&highlight=erskine
Amund.