Thank you. Face or bowl lathering?
Stirling Zenith Boar
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I’m a bowl latherer if your question was to me.
I’ve noticed that it’s a lather hog as well. It’s the only brush that I have to reload during the shave. While the handle is on the wider side I personally find it fairly comfortable to use
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Wowzers
Thanks.
One more. 28mm.
I have the original pre Stirling brush, the MOAR BOAR 31mm that was done for r/Wetshaving.
It is a Zenith B35 knot and I was wondering how much it would need to break in. For me it felt like it was almost broken it on first use, so soft and plush, just an amazing feeling, if it weren't for the thicker bristles and different backbone I could get it mixed up with a badger.
The only negative I find with this brush is how much soap it uses, last time it ate 8 grams off my HoM soap.
P.S.- I've only face lathered with this brush.
It is a Zenith B35 knot and I was wondering how much it would need to break in. For me it felt like it was almost broken it on first use, so soft and plush, just an amazing feeling, if it weren't for the thicker bristles and different backbone I could get it mixed up with a badger.
The only negative I find with this brush is how much soap it uses, last time it ate 8 grams off my HoM soap.
P.S.- I've only face lathered with this brush.
Thanks. Excellent information. In your opinion, based on the specs and the pictures, isn't the knot of the 31mm Stirling brush shorter than the one you have on the B35?
I think the loft is the same, but will check for you tomorrow when I am able to measure it.
I received the 31mm today.
Beautiful brush. Almost zero smell. I soaked it in water for few hours, cleaned it with a gentle soap and it was good to go. Tried it on the hand first, and on the face later, with MdC Vetyver. Good backbone in spite of reasonably soft bristles, due to a very dense knot, it splays easily and painting with it is a pleasure. Beautiful handle, even better than in pictures. Good grip, good weight. Very pleased with my first ever Zenith boar brush.
The knot diameter is exactly 31mm, the height however on mine, is 57-58mm, not the declared 50mm.
Beautiful brush. Almost zero smell. I soaked it in water for few hours, cleaned it with a gentle soap and it was good to go. Tried it on the hand first, and on the face later, with MdC Vetyver. Good backbone in spite of reasonably soft bristles, due to a very dense knot, it splays easily and painting with it is a pleasure. Beautiful handle, even better than in pictures. Good grip, good weight. Very pleased with my first ever Zenith boar brush.
The knot diameter is exactly 31mm, the height however on mine, is 57-58mm, not the declared 50mm.
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Nice!
I ended up ordering the same one, but I haven't received it yet. Can't wait!
This thing is huge. Got one in the other day for a customer for a handle mod. It weighs 5.1 oz !!! The diameter of the knot is a tad over 31 mm and the loft is 57 mm - I think 50 would be way too low.
Since the loft on the 31mm measured higher than advertised has anyone measured the loft on the 28mm?
I have yet to receive mine but I guess not less than 55mm, based on a total height of 120mm/4.75" and a standard handle height of 65mm (the 31mm has a 70mm handle).
I think that the loft mentioned in the description refers to the "effective loft", and if it is really 46mm then 55mm should be quite right.
I think that the loft mentioned in the description refers to the "effective loft", and if it is really 46mm then 55mm should be quite right.
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Makes sense. I went with the 28mm
Just got the 31mm today. Did a quick soak and hand lather. Feels pretty soft right from the start. Love the handle size and color. Solid resin. Has some heft to it. Loft on mine matches what others are saying - about 57mm. Now I need a new brush stand. This bad boy won't fit my regular stands.
AP has Semogue SOC knots.
Received my 31mm brush today. Love everything about it except for the fact that the knot is a bit lopsided. I've had a Zenith in the past which was terribly lopsided. I wish Zenith was better with setting their knots.
I'm very OCD so this really bothers me. I'm going to use it for a few more days and let more hairs split, but if it still looks lopsided, I'll have to contact Stirling.
The other Zenith I had never recovered even after fully breaking it in. I don't expect this one to straighten out either.
I'm very OCD so this really bothers me. I'm going to use it for a few more days and let more hairs split, but if it still looks lopsided, I'll have to contact Stirling.
The other Zenith I had never recovered even after fully breaking it in. I don't expect this one to straighten out either.
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