What would be the logical choice from Tweezerman? I like both creams and soaps. Under $50. Thanks.
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See here, here, and here. Lots of ideas.
I'd say (predictably) New Forest 2201 (~$42, shipping included) or a Semogue Boar (620, 830 or Semogue Owners Club). Some of the smaller Simpsons may fall into the sub-$50 price range, too.
-Andy
I'd say (predictably) New Forest 2201 (~$42, shipping included) or a Semogue Boar (620, 830 or Semogue Owners Club). Some of the smaller Simpsons may fall into the sub-$50 price range, too.
-Andy
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From the looks, the New Forest 2201 could definitely be a bargain.
I've placed an order to check it out. "Boar buster" it was called in a review on some other site. Well, we'll see about that!
I've placed an order to check it out. "Boar buster" it was called in a review on some other site. Well, we'll see about that!
These gents aren't steering you wrong on the Semogues - I'd recommend the 1305 or 830 for general utility brushes.
I bought a Semogue 830 as my first and only brush so far. I really like it.
Edwin Jagger in Best, size Medium
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Semogue 1305
At less than $25, it is a tremendous value. And it's a nice step up from the Tweezerman, which was my second brush, after a VDH that shed like a madman.
Where can I buy this?
Only at Vintage Scent can you buy a Semogue! 3 pages or so to click through. In my humble opinion, having only tried a few boar brushes, these are about the best piggy brushes you can buy.
http://vintagescent.com/shaving-brushes-c-5
You have got to try the New Forest 2201, Hunter. Then sell it because it likely pales in comparison to your top 3 brushes.
That said, it should probably be considered the new standard for "starter badger." It really is quite good.
I'd also be interested to hear the thoughts of someone like you or ambrose. Folks that have Rooney, Simpson, and/or Shavemac 2-band experience.
-Andy
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If you're handy with tools and like to build stuff, you'd probably get the biggest bang for the buck and the most pride of ownership from doing your own vintage restore using a TGN or other manufacturer's replacement knot. The consensus seems to be that with the right knot, you could make a brush that rivals some really expensive ones for under your $50 price target.
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You have got to try the New Forest 2201, Hunter. Then sell it because it likely pales in comparison to your top 3 brushes.
That said, it should probably be considered the new standard for "starter badger." It really is quite good.
I'd also be interested to hear the thoughts of someone like you or ambrose. Folks that have Rooney, Simpson, and/or Shavemac 2-band experience.
-Andy
Hmm... Just might have to try one of these, although until I see a consensus on those brushes I will still recommend the EJ BBB, as it has been the reigning champion in the $30-$40 range for many years.
+1. You can probably build your own brush for $30 or less. Some say $20.
Indeed it has, so I don't blame you.
-Andy
