Plisson brushes and direct orders from the manufacturer

Venom · Aug 9, 2010

Gents:

Anyone ever order directly from Plisson? I am looking at the below razor, I am really smitten with the look of their brushes and in particular this handle, size 12.

http://www.rasageplisson.com/epages/161058.sf/en_US/?ObjectID=539384&ViewAction=View

And wanted to know first, if there were any stories, good or bad with direct orders and second what is the general take on Plisson.

Thanks!

Thebigspendur · Aug 10, 2010

The general take on Plisson is that they are relatively expensive compared to similar brushes from other manufacturers. I have one and agree with that sentiment but like everything else you buy what you like.

Joe Edson · Aug 10, 2010

Thebigspendur said:
The general take on Plisson is that they are relatively expensive compared to similar brushes from other manufacturers. I have one and agree with that sentiment but like everything else you buy what you like.

Also, it is widely rumored that Vie-Long sources their badger hair from the same place as plisson. For 1/4 to 1/3 of the price it might be worth it to look at those as well.

huntmol · Aug 10, 2010

A Plisson is a high quality brush, and many members here enjoy theirs. However, in my opinion the quality is not high enough to warrant the price. ...but I have several other expensive brushes, so I should stop calling the kettle black.

If you really want one, the best bet is to watch the B/S/T like a hawk for a few weeks. One is bound to pop up eventually, and when it does you can snag it for a sweet discount! That way even if you don't like it, you can turn around and sell it for exactly what you bought it for.

EDIT: Found a review for the brush you're interested in:
http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?ltr=P&t=25462
Joel wasn't exactly kind, especially about the build quality.

Suzuki · Aug 10, 2010

True story:

A couple of years ago, I was in Paris on business and was totally set to drop a bunch of cash on a nice Plisson...

Unfortunately, when I saw them in person/handled them, I just couldn't do it as (to me) they didn't seem worth the price - at any grade of hair in any size.

As for the brush you linked to, the handle, while pretty, is lightweight acrylic and I didn't think it had a lot of substance. Also, 55 Euros (over $70, not counting shipping and customs) is pretty expensive for a pure badger brush IMHO.

solar · Aug 10, 2010

Harvitz81 said:
Also, it is widely rumored that Vie-Long sources their badger hair from the same place as plisson. For 1/4 to 1/3 of the price it might be worth it to look at those as well.

Best place to buy Vie-Long?

xillion · Aug 10, 2010

solar said:
Best place to buy Vie-Long?

In Canada:

http://www.fendrihan.com/vielong-m-52.html

In the US:

http://www.bullgooseshaving.net/shaving-brushes.html

http://bestgroomingtools.com/shaving-brushes-c-87.html?filter_id=105

Venom · Aug 10, 2010

Price is not a concern. But it appears to be a good brush and I will take the plunge with buying from the manufacturer direct. Thanks

ssultan · Aug 10, 2010

Plissonitis is a very slippery road my friend...

Venom · Aug 10, 2010

ssultan said:
Plissonitis is a very slippery road my friend...

Ha ha. I agree! I am suffering from RAD really bad. I am on a hunt for new acquisitions all the time.

kooshman7 · Aug 10, 2010

I find shaving brushes in general are a very slippery road. :tongue_sm

solar · Aug 11, 2010

xillion said:
In Canada:

http://www.fendrihan.com/vielong-m-52.html

In the US:

http://www.bullgooseshaving.net/shaving-brushes.html

http://bestgroomingtools.com/shaving-brushes-c-87.html?filter_id=105

Many thanks friend.

C

SRock · Aug 11, 2010

ssultan said:
Plissonitis is a very slippery road my friend...

I fought it off for over 6 months and I think I finally got over it completely.

Time will tell though.

ssultan · Aug 11, 2010

Rob I fought it for almost 3 years...then joined this forum last year...and resistance was futile...the single brush I used for years wasn't good enough...and god knows I have enough now to equip a small army! At least the RAD is over and done with...almost...

dougr · Aug 11, 2010

ssultan said:
Plissonitis is a very slippery road my friend...

How about Roonyitis, Simpsonitis, shavemacitis, Kentitis........then we go to the Featheritis, Pilsitis....Oh nevermind, it is just my problem(s)

dougr · Aug 11, 2010

Hunter, thanks for the link to the review. That one fires a lightning bolt right up your fanny.

SRock · Aug 11, 2010

ssultan said:
Rob I fought it for almost 3 years...then joined this forum last year...and resistance was futile...the single brush I used for years wasn't good enough...and god knows I have enough now to equip a small army! At least the RAD is over and done with...almost...

If I didn't have much bigger fish to fry (Custom Mitchell Leather Briefcase) I could buy about four of these. :lol:

For now the briefcase has priority. Although after that is out of the way I could be looking for a Plisson! :lol:

ssultan · Aug 11, 2010

Let me know when you start wavering Rob...I'll start posting pictures of my latest...cough cough...acquisitions.

andrew98 · Aug 11, 2010

huntmol said:
A Plisson is a high quality brush, and many members here enjoy theirs. However, in my opinion the quality is not high enough to warrant the price. ...but I have several other expensive brushes, so I should stop calling the kettle black.