I passed the two smaller ones along and kept the 1250 and 1800.
Nowt really wrong with any of them though.
Summer is off to a good startFrom left to right in front, the 1460, 1800 and 1520 arrived - did I say that I love Semogue wooden handled brushes?
After one experience with a new painted brush peeling (not Semogue, BTW), I now take the brush out of it packaging, put my nose right up to the paint and sniff. If I can smell any paint smell, I let the paint cure for a few weeks until I cannot smell anything before using the brush, so I won't use the 1460 or 1520 for a couple of more weeks, but I do plan to use the 1800 this week. Can't wait!
They look so happy, right?
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So do I. The scrub of the 620 is special, but I do find I return to the 1250 and 1800 often.I just got a 1305 to go with the 1250 and 1800.
I do like these 55mm lofts and the handles.
Such a great brush at a nice price!I used my 1800 for the first time last night - superb! Looks like another summer of Semoque .
The 830 really is amazing. I can't believe I nearly sold it. It has finally broken in to the point where it just creates a huge volume of lather. The feel is unique - a silvertip of boar - and the plexi handle is slightly more comfortable due to its size than that of the 620 or 610. I still prefer the SOC-style handles, but the 830 would make an excellent daily driver in every respect, and because it is more dense than the otherwise identically-haired 1305, it's a totally unique brush in the lineup.
I'd say the Semogue 2000 would be good, one of their taller models. I also like the 1250 quite a lot, though it has some backbone, it is very gentle. Remember these take 15-20 shaves or so to break-in before softening up fully.I'm looking to try my first Semogue boar. I find that I prefer a tall loft with little backbone. I also exclusively bowl lather. Any suggestions? Thanks.
I will second the 2000 based on your requirements, @Atlantic59. The 1250 is like a smaller SOC. After the 22 mm 1250 opens up, I would describe the brush as almost medium in size. The 1800 is a tad softer than the 1250 and feels more like an Omega to me.
All three are excellent brushes and I am not aware of any laws or regulations prohibiting you from buying more than one.
I'm looking to try my first Semogue boar. I find that I prefer a tall loft with little backbone. I also exclusively bowl lather. Any suggestions? Thanks.