Small synthetic brush recommendation

[zeak]

I've been looking for the same thing, except I'd prefer a synthetic. Got a plissoft from Italian Barber but it's bigger than I'd like for my gym bag and travel. Otherwise it's very soft with good splay. I've searched but can't find a good synthetic that is smaller. Anybody have any recs? Thanks.

 

[Schnitzel52]

I've been looking for the same thing, except I'd prefer a synthetic. Got a plissoft from Italian Barber but it's bigger than I'd like for my gym bag and travel. Otherwise it's very soft with good splay. I've searched but can't find a good synthetic that is smaller. Anybody have any recs? Thanks.

Italian Barber also has the “Amici” brush. (20x50)
Did you see it?

 

[MM879]

I've been looking for the same thing, except I'd prefer a synthetic. Got a plissoft from Italian Barber but it's bigger than I'd like for my gym bag and travel. Otherwise it's very soft with good splay. I've searched but can't find a good synthetic that is smaller. Anybody have any recs? Thanks.

I bought a 20mm Timberwolf SYN from Maggard's. Knot only. I installed it in a VDH handle for a perfect fit @54mm loft. $7.95

 

[zeak]

rats, i missed that. but thanks. some of the sites don't list the overall length of these brushes. I don't feel like paying for shipping again after just ordering from IB. i emailed wcs to see what they recommend. I'll let you guys know.

 

[muzichead]

Larry @ Whipped Dog also has a 20mm and 22mm Synthetic option in either a standard Plissoft type or Tuxedo knot.

 

[zeak]

well WCS suggested the yaqi 22m tuxedo knot. it's about 8-9cm in length and not as bulky.

 

[Schnitzel52]

I bought a 20mm Timberwolf SYN from Maggard's. Knot only. I installed it in a VDH handle for a perfect fit @54mm loft. $7.95

Will you let me know how that works out?
I have a handle I’d like to repurpose.
Thanks!

 

[MM879]

Will you let me know how that works out?
I have a handle I’d like to repurpose.
Thanks!

The 20mm Timberwolf knot isn't listed on the Maggard's website. I went to the store and talked to Brad Maggard, owner. I like the 20mm knot so well that I will buy an extra replacement knot. Good Luck

 

[Schnitzel52]

Thanks!

 

[Scott0079]

Kent infinity is a great small synthetic.

 

[Schnitzel52]

Kent infinity is a great small synthetic.

Really?
Could you tell me more about it?

 

[Member 113878]

I got one recently.
It has good backbone but also some scritch, so if you dislike scritch, you’d better avoid it.

 

[Schnitzel52]

I got one recently.
It has good backbone but also some scritch, so if you dislike scritch, you’d better avoid it.

It doesn’t bother me.
I use my boar regularly.
What are the dimensions?

 

[Member 113878]

• Knot diameter: 22 mm
• Overall Height: 100 mm
• Loft: 52 mm
• Base: 48 mm
• Handle diameter at narrowest point: 20 mm

 

[Member 113878]

 

[Scott0079]

Razorock keyhole is another.

 

[Schnitzel52]

Thanks, guys.
I'm going to wait.
I have a Simpsons X2L coming on Tuesday.
I'm going to stick with boars and badgers for a while.

 

[Al2]

Maggard Razors has an 18mm travel brush($14). I bought a 16mm knot on eBay for a handle(far right).
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I gave my son a 22mm Black & White($12), which he likes and liked well enough to add one to the Synthetic Brush Pass Around Box.

What kind of knot is in that Gillette travel brush pictured?

 

[Acmemfg]

20mm.
I prefer the Muhle version of this brush. Costs more but has served me well for many years. However Frank Shaving does get decent reviews. And for $24.00 on Amazon...why not?

 

[REV579]

What kind of knot is in that Gillette travel brush pictured?

It should be an early boar. I have not used it, however, I do have the remnants of a dead knot that seems to match. I would say if the 2 are the same, it’s a boar.