"reconditioning" an old Simpson?

[Obiwan]

I just found an antique butterscotch Simpson Badger brush the other day for a very reasonable price so I picked it up. I've never had a used brush before, but it looked nice enough that I figured I'd replace the brush. However, I just washed it really good and it appears to be coming back to form nicely. My question is- Is it possible to recondition old brushes without replacing the badger? If so, what's the recommended way. (or am I just better off trying to replace it?)

Thanks

 

[Greybeard]

Follow the videos in the link below.

http://www.shaveinfo.com/videos/brush_cleaning.htm

 

[Obiwan]

perfect. thanks!

 

[beginish]

Pictures?

 

[Obiwan]

I was planning on posting some later to get more thoughts/info

 

[ssultan]

Thanks for the link Peter. I just reconditioned an old Rooney brush that had noticeable soap residue...I'm waiting for it to dry before giving it a go in the morning. I washed it with dish-soap, conditioned with a hair-conditioning cream, followed by the Vinegar/Glycerine rinse. Smells a bit strong for now but the hair feels VERY soft.

Follow the videos in the link below.

http://www.shaveinfo.com/videos/brush_cleaning.htm

 

[Obiwan]

Here is a pic after a basic wash. going to try the way recommended above tonight

 

[fidjit]

Nice

If you can clean it and use without reknotting that's great !!!!

Make sure you post it in the Butterscotch Candy Shop.

 

[mdunn]

very nice!

 

[Deltaboy]

Nice reconditioning job!