took the plunge

[penmanship]

I have just given away my electric razor, and all other forms of disposable & cartridge type razors................I am hooked on my DE Merkur 38C !

I have a KENT BK2 brush that I use, but now that this is my way to shave would this brush be considered a good traverler brush? If not, what would be a good traveler?

http://cgi.ebay.ca/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320616686086&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT

any and all input is appreciated,
Tim

 

[bowlturner]

There are quite a few threads on this site about travel brushes. IMHO most of those who comment seem to prefer buying a modest brush and transporting it in either a pill bottle or a Muhle brush case. I did not want to take a high end brush on the road as my brush rarely gets a chance to dry out before it is back in my bag. I opted for a Vulfix 404 and a Muhle travel case. Total investment, $35.00. Some travel brushes are very small. I notice this E-Bay brush claims to measure 21mm at the base of the knot, which is a decent size brush. If you can afford to take a chance on it, what is to lose? Use it for a few trips and then decide if spending a bit more is warranted.

 

[tbress]

Congratulations! I too use a Merkur 38C. I started out with a Tweezerman brush from Amazon (~$15). I just upgraded this Christmas to a Simpson's Duke 3 and my plan is to keep my Tweezerman for travel. There are a lot of small brushes out there (the Wee Scot is an extreme example) and there are brushed with built in cases in the handle, but for now I figure that my inexpensive brush will do just fine.

There are many threads on travel brushes, and most recommend that you get a cheap brush for travel. Travel with something that you won't mind losing.

 

[tvldatsi]

Feels good doesn't it. I have a synthetic (i know i know) that i picked up from thegoldennib and it dries very quickly, which really is what I would look for in a travel brush; additionally it doesn't bloom so it wont get huge on you and take up your whole suitcase. It's also very tough so you don't have to worry too much about the hairs getting damaged if you don't have some sort of case, a cloth baggie or similar device would work just fine.

 

[alabamalawyer]

I haven't tried the brand of brush you linked, but there are probably some reviews around the forum on it. From memory, I believe the brush maker has a decent reputation. As far a travel brush goes, I would recommend something like a Duke Case as it would be an excellent brush and would easily fit into a large pill bottle (although I think it may come with a travel tube). I also have a Simpson Chubby1 and it fits easily in a large pill bottle, so I will often take it when I travel.

 

[paachi]

Before the Wee Scot I used to have an AOS badger brush that was similar in size to the Simpson Duke. It was a decent brush for travel but it took a while to dry off and it was too large to be stuffed into a pill bottle and then into a toiletry bag.

My favorite brush is the Simpsons Wee Scot in a small pill bottle. The Wee Scot lathers in a manner that belies its puny proportions. It dries real quick and hasnt shed any hair for me yet.

- PK.

 

[jfrancisco]

For a travel brush, I went to a pharmacy and asked them for the largest pill bottle they had. When I got it home, I drilled several holes in the lid of the bottle and put a couple cotton swabs in the bottom to cushion the brush handle. I use this to transport my brushes when I travel. If I am traveling domestic, I'll usually take a top shelf brush. International travel I'll always take an inexpensive brush that if I lose, it will not be a huge loss.

I have an old Plisson travel brush that I also use occasionally, but I prefer a larger brush and don't use it all that much.