I am looking for a first badger brush and would appreciate your feedback. I technically had a badger in the past, two years ago when I gave wet shaving a go, part of a Muhle razor/brush set. I remember the (dark color) badger to be rough on the face. Came and learned along way. Looking for:
• Silvertip or High Mountain (I read there isn't much difference?)
• 24mm (26mm if really worth it)
• Face lathering
• Minimalist design/material for the handle. No funky colors, etc.
• Minimized shedding
Muhle has Silvertip knots but I am not sold on their handles (saw them all in person at the Muhle store in London couple months ago) - some are too big and the "traditional" handles didn't appeal to me.
Heinrich L. Tather is another contender. I think it's THE contender but I am no expert. Love their handles and their knots seem highly regarded.
My gut tells me to start with the RR and then move up. I thought I would check with you folks first.
