They are very beautiful handles and most all have a narrow "waist" with the fleur de lis coin on bottom. I felt that the socket was a bit too deep for me, so I pulled out the knot and lifted it with coins. The handle also has a hollow area inside right under the socket so it's lightweight.
With most any artisan etsy brush, I would recommend you set the knot yourself to adjust the loft and splay to your preference. So you can buy just the handle, or put a note to not set it, or not use epoxy. Silicone is easier to remove. I'm replacing the timberwolf bulb knot on this one with a fan shaped cashmere I ordered from apshaveco.
With most any artisan etsy brush, I would recommend you set the knot yourself to adjust the loft and splay to your preference. So you can buy just the handle, or put a note to not set it, or not use epoxy. Silicone is easier to remove. I'm replacing the timberwolf bulb knot on this one with a fan shaped cashmere I ordered from apshaveco.