My next brush - must see

[Shenanigans]

So after some careful deliberation I've decided to select this as my next brush. It's definitely a unique piece and I haven't seen one like it before. Check it out and give me some feedback on what you think the pros and cons might be of it. Or, just your opinion in general on it. It's 22mm and set in real deer antler, completely hand crafted with no machine work put in period.

Shave on!

Shenanigans

 

[brucered]

Click below if you want my thoughts, or disregard if you are not really wanting to hear them....sorry, but you asked.

Spoiler

Pros: None
Cons: Looks uncomfortable to hold, you can't stand it on the base, it will likely bloom in an odd shape as the top appears to not be symmetrical and doesn't look like a quality knot in general.

This is one brush I actually find disturbing to look at, it just does not look nice to me and there is no way I could lather with it .

 

[Shenanigans]

Hah, I appreciate your feedback. I haven't yet bought it and hadn't really considered any of the points that you brought up. I mainly like it because of the uniqueness and the fact that it's backed by the maker 100%.

 

[The Dean]

Since you asked...

That thing is creeping me out.

But it doesn't really matter what I think. If you like it, go for it!

 

[brucered]

if Antler is your thing, perhaps give Rudy Vey or Rod Neep a shout.

they stand behind their work, can work with you on a handle and knot and I pretty much guarantee, you will get a better brush. This is what they do, make brushes and they will knot how to set it, how to treat it, how to make sure it's comfortable to hold and put in a quality knot.

Take a look below, then look at the Wooden Concepts brush above. Spot the difference?

Rudy Vey

 

[franz]

Interesting.

It looks a bit like this.



I don't know if that's a good or bad thing, just saying.

 

[Whiskey Badger]

A certain side of me wants to count count of how many animals had to make a sacrifice to bring you this shave: deer, badger, beef tallow soap maybe? Buffalo razor scales? Turtle shell as a shaving bowl?

All in jest! Not trying to start an animal rights war.

 

[MidAg_BlackGold]

I think it's kicka$$! Make sure it can fit in a stand you have; doesn't look like it can stand on its own.

 

[brucered]

I'm afraid to ask, but what do they want for a brush like that, including shipping?

 

[MidAg_BlackGold]

Knowing nothing about the knot quality/maker would, however, give me pause. I do like the looks.

 

[Porp]

I like the handle, the knot, not so much.

 

[Shenanigans]

if Antler is your thing, perhaps give Rudy Vey or Rod Neep a shout.

they stand behind their work, can work with you on a handle and knot and I pretty much guarantee, you will get a better brush. This is what they do, make brushes and they will knot how to set it, how to treat it, how to make sure it's comfortable to hold and put in a quality knot.

Take a look below, then look at the Wooden Concepts brush above. Spot the difference?

Rudy Vey
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I'll definitely have to look into Rudy Vey and Rod Neep. I definitely see a noticeable difference in the setting of the knot and just overall design.

The price of the Wooden Concepts brush is $79 with stand.

 

[Scott0079]

+1 on Rudy, the knot in that brush looks dismal.

 

[Shenanigans]

After taking a stroll over to the Rudy Vey post and seeing some amazing brushes and just fantastic pieces of art, I've decided to invest in a Rudy Vey brush. Does anyone know the cost, ballpark range?

 

[LouSee]

Rudy's website is www.ultimatependesigns.com - pricing is custom, from what I understand, depending on the handle and the knot you decide to put in it. Consultation is free.

 

[Mad Man]

The difference between Rudy's work and that 'thing' are night and day.

Even if Rudy's prices are higher you will not be disappointed. That's a great looking horn/antler handle!

 

[Cerbul13]

That brush handle is pretty much defeating the entire reason for having it made from a natural material, except one single quality: uniqueness.

 

[merkur59]

Prefer this


Omega 6551 Silvertip Badger Shaving Brush with Deer Horn Handle

 

[Infernal2]

It's certainly unique but that design guarantees that you will always have to hang it no matter what. While that's not a problem for some, it would bother me. Also, to add in on the Rudy Vey experience, I just ordered two brushes from Rudy, one for myself and one for my brother. He was incredibly helpful, had a good deal of suggestions to make, and helped me to complete my order with the feeling that I was getting exactly what I was looking for.

 

[seanusa]

I am going bow hunting for deer this year and plan on using antler for a handle myself, if I make a kill, however I will strive for the Rudy Vey look even if it just out of respect for the animal. The natural unrefined look is fine if that's your thing, but I would rather have some craftsmanship and elegance involved in the final product, not to mention a quality knot