Rooney Best vs Super

[john parker]

Have questions to ask about the differences between a Rooney 3/1 in best and in super. Which would be denser? Which would hold more water? Which would bloom less? I have a BBEv2, but am still shopping for that elusive something that I might like more. Am zeroing in on trying a Semogue boar or going for a Rooney 3/1. Want something for face lathering creams that massages, not caresses, if that makes sense. Have thought of a Simpson X2L in best, but am afraid it may be too broad. I do have two brushes in best and they seem soft enough on the face to me. Would appreciate comments from those who have compared these. Thanks!

 

[ChrisG]

Buy an Omega boar and save yourself the money. You will thank me later.

 

[insomniac]

I think you want the Super.

 

[Dpflaum]

I honestly prefer the best. It is a little stiffer and nearly as soft. And I highly recommend Simpsons best for about the same money as Rooney Super. Well worth it.

 

[dreadpirate]

I have a Rooney 1/2 in super and am very happy with it.

 

[scottb]

I know many might discard ChrisG's comment about the Omega, but some of the Semogue boars really did make me rethink badger--especially at the prices high-end brushes can run.

I really like the Semogue 830, and the Omega 31064 is right up there. Both are worlds softer than the generic boars or the Omega pro line, but still have a lot of backbone.