In the market for a new shave brush

[Shane]

hey all, i'm in need of some counsel as to purchasing a new shave brush as a part of an overhaul of some old equipment. i use shave soaps, english creams and proraso (red tube) in my rotation, but my poor best badger brush has just about had it and i want me a nice silvertip. are there any silvertips that anyone can recommend that can work efficiently with all three aforementioned shaving products, or is it a good idea to buy multiple brushes for different products? any advice i get would be great.

Shane

P.S. - my birthday is coming up, so let's set a price limit of...oh, i don't know...the sky. =)

 

[Jonnybc]

I don't think you can go too far wrong with the Kent BK range. They're relatively cheap but and are probably more suited to use with creams as they's quite floppy but I use mine with both.

 

[roughrider]

A silver tip Shavemac will take care of all your needs.

 

[TomH]

Hello,

...what's with a Muehle Silvertip badger????

www.muehle-pinsel.de

Regards

Thomas

 

[jean-pierre]

Shane,

I totally agree with Jonnybc, Kent brushes are great and not very expensive. I own a BK4 and I definitly love it.
For the Muehle-Pinsel brushes, I ordered yesterday a handmade silvertip and I will receive it next week. So, If you wait for a few days, I will be able to give a short review of the brush.

But, if the only limit is the sky, you have Simpson, Rooney or Plisson.
I have a Simpsons Chubby 2 best, I bought it for 175€ and really, I think it's a waste of money. You can find great brushes for less than that price.

Offortunately, I never used a Shavemac but the reviews on B&B are always good.

I hope this help you.

jean-pierre

 

[Kyle]

Shane,
A silvertip Shavemac or Savile Row would easily satisfy your needs/wants. If, however, you really want to treat yourself, go for a Simpson's PJ2 or PJ3 silvertip. Truly a superb brush.

 

[mrob]

I recently purchased a Simpsons PJ3 Super and couldn't be happier. The bristles are densely packed, soft on the face (good for creams), yet still firm (good for soaps).

Its a super brush, and makes me happy each morning.

 

[Justso]

Saville Row if money is an issue....However, why not wait for the B&B proto brush to be unveiled? For at/under $100, I have a feeling this thing is not going to be beat anywhere.

But if you must get one pronto, then a Saville Row SR-208 from Charles at QED for $59.00 is the way to go.

 

[joel]

Simpson PJ2 or PJ3 in Super.

 

[Shane]

i've decided on this guy here: http://shavemac.com/index.php?lang=en&area=men&sel=2&cat=5&product=173&prod_id=2

i'm purchasing it within the next week. i'm pretty excited about it! when i have the funds, i'll continue to buy other brushes, but for now this should definitely do. thanks for the help!

Shane

 

[roughrider]

That's a nice one Shane.

 

[roughrider]

Who's got the best deal goin' on the Simpson PJ2 and PJ3 brushes?

 

[joel]

Who's got the best deal goin' on the Simpson PJ2 and PJ3 brushes?

The two best places to look at Lee's and the gentlemans shop. Lee guarantee's the lowest price though - and is stateside, which makes things easier/faster.

 

[drP]

i've decided on this guy here: http://shavemac.com/index.php?lang=en&area=men&sel=2&cat=5&product=173&prod_id=2

i'm purchasing it within the next week. i'm pretty excited about it! when i have the funds, i'll continue to buy other brushes, but for now this should definitely do. thanks for the help!

Shane

Shane,

Imo you bought yourself a benchmark brush regarding price/quality ratio; there isn't better than Shavemac or Savile Row; i consider these brands even better than Kents, which are very well made shaving brushes; but really i like the light bulb shape and the densely packed loft of the former; Kents tend to splay out more on your face and are more flexible.

Enjoy your beauty and beware of SBAD (but i guess you're already thinking about purchasing a Simpsons PJ... )

Peter

 

[Kyle]

Shavemacs are excellent brushes, and I really like your handle choice. Enjoy.

 

[mrob]

That is really a beautiful brush--congrats and enjoy!!!

 

[greendyk]

Good prices on Sinpsons can be found here:
http://www.emsplace.com/shaving/simpsons_shaving_brushes.aspx

John

 

[joel]

Good prices on Sinpsons can be found here:
http://www.emsplace.com/shaving/simpsons_shaving_brushes.aspx

John

John,
Em is a superb vendor.... but if price is your motivator - Lee will beat any listed price on a simpsons, and throw in free shipping....

 

[Austin]

Shane, beautiful brush and design. Do you really want a brush that's 30mm? That is a large brush. Enjoy.

 

[greendyk]

Joel

I didn't know that about Lee. I do know that his posted prices are considerably higher than Emily's. E.g., Lee's chubby #1 super is $225, Em's is $174.50. Duke #3 - $145 vs. $124.75. I would think he'd lose a lot of sales doing business that way. Most people are smart enough to comparison shop; how many know enough to call and "haggle" with Lee?

John