Vintage handle costs

[Ids]

Hello,

I'm looking at doing my first refurb, probabily an ever ready or rubber set, it's probabily going to be an evilbay purchase, what you you all think would be a reasonable or average cost for a reasonable handle that needs a new knot?

Thanks Guys

[mark_mw]

There are many brush only auctions that go around 10 dollars, and clear plastic handles seem to go for a premium. Many times a razor group buy has brushes thrown in, making their unit cost very low - have got several this way.

[Go West Young Man]

I just picked up an Ever Ready in beautiful condition for $6 at a local antiques mall, and there were several others in the same range.

[Ids]

Thanks guys, found one i like but the seller wants $40, now I know that's massively over value even for great condition.

[Piff]

I second the antique mall, or maybe a flea market. You *might* get lucky and see a Buy-it-Now with a brush handle you really like at a reasonable price on the Bay, but prices seem to be spiking for anything better than a beat-to-hell status brush handle. When you start talking $20+ for just a handle you intend to restore, some of the lower end brushes from England start to look not too far out of range.

Regards.

[Luc]

Try to get a lot of 4-6 handles. It will be worth it as you won't order 1 knot when you're done with the handle.

[staxchipswell]

This type of bakelite handle has been commanding a premium price on the bay lately. I got lucky and scored it for 5$ at a local antique shop. I say be patient and check out some local antique stores and flea markets.
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[Schwert]

I have bought almost all my handles at antique stores or here on BST...$10 is about the most I would pay for the standard EverReadys or RubberSets. A recent BST multi-handle sale gave me several for just a few bucks each. Watch BST for sure.

A nice rich catalin or bakelite I have gone double upwards of $30 though.

[Deltaboy]

antique stores and flea markets or even Estate sales are the best places to find a good buy on brushes.

[Ids]

Think I'm going to start hitting a few stores, ever readys and rubbersets arnt to common over in the UK though.

[SpartanFan]

Local shops and markets are always a good source, although it is hit or miss. Ebay can be a good source but as always it can be tough to judge condition and end up over paying for something with a really bad crack in it. I have bought a couple and have had good luck. I also look at the shipping costs and figure out what kind of knot I would put in it. If the whole project is going to cost me over $40 then I pass.

[grump]

I think you should be able to get a good handle for $5 to $12.

But, I have paid $25.

[Toff]

All the above are valid. I have not paid over $5US for any and some came with other purchases for a pittance. Total of about 30 standing as shave cave decorations awaiting money for knots. Antique and junque stores are the best or, as someone said, a "lot" on the 'bay. Some places offered a cake of soap and a mug plus the brush for $5. I find that if I keep my mind open, I see things which I did not originally intend to buy. So the brushes and mugs just came cheaply about while I was searching for straights. You may find the opposite.
Respectfully
~Richard

[Shavely Manden]

I'm still kicking myself for not taking an antique seller up on an offer of an Old Spice mug + 5 Ever-readies for $20...

[Telecaster52]

As well as antique shops and the like, I like the look/prices of a few of these

http://www.whippeddog.com/As-Received-Brushes/

Larry's a great guy to deal with and the knots he carries are top notch to boot :thumbup1: I'd much rather deal with him than hassle with ebay and more than likely overpay

(disclaimer: I have no affiliation to whipped dog razors other than being a very satisfied customer :thumbup1:)

EDIT: great... i found one i couldn't resist... :rolleyes:

thanks a lot :lol:

[Gafer]

Or check out Vintage Joe's he has some nice handles for a reasonable price. Golden Nib has new handles for around $20 so I wouldn't pay more than that for a vintage given the extra work that will be involved in cutting out the old knot.

[Telecaster52]

Or check out Vintage Joe's he has some nice handles for a reasonable price. Golden Nib has new handles for around $20 so I wouldn't pay more than that for a vintage given the extra work that will be involved in cutting out the old knot.

IMO (as a hobbyist woodworker) it's not the price of the work involved as much as the price of the cleanup :lol:

[Munxcub]

As well as antique shops and the like, I like the look/prices of a few of these

http://www.whippeddog.com/As-Received-Brushes/

Larry's a great guy to deal with and the knots he carries are top notch to boot :thumbup1: I'd much rather deal with him than hassle with ebay and more than likely overpay

(disclaimer: I have no affiliation to whipped dog razors other than being a very satisfied customer :thumbup1:)

EDIT: great... i found one i couldn't resist... :rolleyes:

thanks a lot :lol:

Haha I was just going to suggest Larry. He also carries knots too. I installed one of his supers in a handle for him and it was very nice, and just installed a best in a handle from him and it is also quite nice.

[Arnie]

Country Joe's Collectibles :thumbup1: