How do these Badger brushes compare to others guys. I've seem both brands do a silver tip, best and pure badger. I've only tried the boars and they seem really good to me. I've several other brands of badger and was wanting to try a silver tip but with out the big bucks. Any info appreciated.
Badger Semogue / Omega
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i have had a few Semogues and they are very nice brushes. You could also consider TGN or Frank Shaving brushes which i have heard good things about. Good luck.
I have a Semogue SOC two-band which I keep in regular rotation .... very high quality all the way around.
+1. I have heard mixed reviews on these brushes. For about $60 you can customize your own brush at TGN (the Golden Nib). I just received mine today, and did some test palm lathers. It is not second rate at all. Do your Badger & Blade research to see what most TGNers think is the best. I did this and got a 24 mm 2-band Finest Badger Knot XH (~$30) with a $20 acrylic handle. It rivals what I've seen from other big brush makers. Oh, $10 for assembling any knot and handle.
Go here, http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/307477-What-s-your-favorite-TGN-knot
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In regards to "affordable" nice badgers...I've been a pretty big fan of the Semogue SOC; it's a very solid choice at its price point. I also agree that the TGN knots are very nice as well. In my case, I had Rudy Vey do a custom for me that actually turned out to be a 32/55 with a custom wooden handle. I have no regrets on either of them - they are both great brushes. I've recently been reviewing a synthetic brush that for $27, is probably worth your consideration as well. At least on my face, it outperforms the Semogue SOC...which is no small thing for a cheap synthetic.
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Guys thanks.
Samjax I've been reading your synth journey and took the plunge a few weeks back and got the 26mm FS with horn chubby handle. It was going to be just for travel but it has excelled in every way. I'm not a great fan of long handles and prefer chubby style. I was thinking of going with a FS 26mm silver tip in white as my BIrthday is comming up. But was curious about others in the same price point. Off to chack TGN as I'd forgotten about them.
Samjax I've been reading your synth journey and took the plunge a few weeks back and got the 26mm FS with horn chubby handle. It was going to be just for travel but it has excelled in every way. I'm not a great fan of long handles and prefer chubby style. I was thinking of going with a FS 26mm silver tip in white as my BIrthday is comming up. But was curious about others in the same price point. Off to chack TGN as I'd forgotten about them.
