Wee Scot Roadshow

[Dpflaum]

I've decided to finally give (almost) everyone the chance to try the magnificent Wee Scot. This will be your standard shave, shave, pass event.

Because I'm a poor college student and the $35 it costs to replace a Wee Scot isn't exactly nothing to me, I have decided to place some restrictions on participants.

1. Minimum 1 year membership
2. Minimum 500 posts
3. US and Canada only. Sorry everyone else, shipping is a pain.
4. No more than 20 contestants

I might lower them if I'm not getting any takers.

If you meet the first two requirements, go ahead and put your name down, first come first serve.

Keep the brush for a week or so, give it a try with soaps and/or creams.

Pass it on to the next guy.

Simple!

http://wiki.badgerandblade.com/images/a/a7/Wee_vs_Case.jpg

[SliceOfLife]

Wee scots are a fun little brush. Too small for me, but if you're a small brush guy, they're about as good as they come. I actually reknotted a vintage 14mm turnback, and failing to find anything else in that size worth using, I was forced to butcher a Wee for its head.

[noahpictures]

I am a couple of months short of a year but I love to try the Wee Scott if you change the requirements. Thanks for the offer.

[orchestrion]

I'd love to try the Wee Scot! As a college student, I understand the regulations you've placed on the roadshow. I would probably do the same. :lol:

[Merkur25]

Id love to give the Wee Scott a whirl, count me in for sure :thumbup1:

[franz]

Awesome idea, Drew, and I completely agree with your requirements even if they count me out. :001_smile

[Dpflaum]

So far I've got:

Orchestrion (Matt)
Merkur 25 (Brian)

Depending on interest:
Noahpictures
Franz (new but I enjoy his posts :lol:)

[djh]

Great idea Drew- many thanks for sharing your Wee Scot. Come on guys and sign up- you are in for a real treat!

[Obiwan]

After lusting after one for the last year, I just bought a Wee Scot myself. Great little brush. This is an awesome idea!

[ouch]

While I'm waiting to get one, I'll keep myself occupied by shaving with a single hair that shed from another brush.

Should be good practice for the wee scot.

[Blue58]

I am just 2 months short of a year myself so if you change the rules I would like to try it. I will be out of town until about June 5 though. so if I am permitted to join in I can do it anytime after that.

Thank you for the opportunity to try this unique little brush. :thumbup:

[tbress]

I'd love to sign up, but I don't have 500 posts yet. I do meet the one year requirement. If you loosen your requirements count me in.

[andrew98]

This is a really cool idea! I love my WS, so maybe this will create some new followers.

-Andy

[njpaddy]

I give in. Add me to the list. I don't think I want a brush smaller than my beloved Simpson Berkeley, but I'll give the Alexander Simpson Wee Scot a shot at unseating the Berkeley as my favorite brush. Thanks, Drew.

[SliceOfLife]

I give in. Add me to the list. I don't think I want a brush smaller than my beloved Simpson Berkeley, but I'll give the Alexander Simpson Wee Scot a shot at unseating the Berkeley as my favorite brush. Thanks, Drew.

If you find the Wee too small, look at the Special. It's about the same size as the berkeley but doesn't really bloom, so it feels smaller and denser on the face.

[Dpflaum]

I was going to suggest the same thing. Despite trying about half of Simpsons range, my three keepers right now are the Wee Scot, the Special, and the Berkeley.


If you find the Wee too small, look at the Special. It's about the same size as the berkeley but doesn't really bloom, so it feels smaller and denser on the face.

[andrew98]

I was going to suggest the same thing. Despite trying about half of Simpsons range, my three keepers right now are the Wee Scot, the Special, and the Berkeley.

No Duke? Too big?

-Andy

[Dpflaum]

No Duke? Too big?

-Andy

I had one once and let it go. A Duke 1. It's about between the Special and Berkeley, and I top out at 20mm so it just isn't worth having.

Doesn't mean I'm not tempted again though...

[goby]

I'd love to give it a try. Thanks!

[dpm802]

Great idea ... count me in, thanks.

I've been wanting to try a WS for quite a while now.

[Crag]

Good luck, gents...the Wee Scot is a beautiful brush for sure! I'm so sure that I think after you shave with your Roadshow brush, you will beg, borrow or steal your way into a Wee Scot...Remember that West Coast Shaving has a B&B code BANDB that will save some serious money on you very own Wee Scot brush!

Good luck to all of you! :laugh:

[Dpflaum]

So far I've got:

Orchestrion (Matt)
Merkur 25 (Brian)
NJpaddy
Goby
dpm802

Depending on interest:
Noahpictures
Franz
Blue58
tbress

[Montecristo #2]

Count me in. Wanted one for a while, maybe a test drive is order.

[global_dev]

i think the roadshow trials is going to leave a lot of people conflicted about brushes... this brush is highly functional, yet so very small....

good luck

[Blue-EyedSon]

I'd be interested in giving it a whirl. A Simpson's Case was my second brush. After getting that one, my other brush saw no use. I've since picked up an Emperor 1 and 2 that I use more frequently than the case, but I've been quite curious to try the Wee Scot. Count me in if there's still space. Thanks for the opportunity, Drew!

[Merkur25]

This is going to be sweet! Im excited already :thumbup1:

[ironbrewer]

I've never tried a Simpsons. I'ld like to give it a try.

[Gogo]

I'd love a shot if it's not closed yet!

[PozzSka]

Very cool idea. Nt long enough membership for me though. Good stuff

[Dpflaum]

Orchestrion (Matt)
Merkur 25 (Brian)
NJpaddy
Goby
dpm802
Montecristo #2
BrianDiPalma
IronBrewer
Gogo

Depending on interest:
Noahpictures
Franz
Blue58
tbress
Pozzska

[PozzSka]

Thanks for putting me on the maybe list.

[Jooky]

I don't qualify for the post amount, but I have been here over a year. I took part in the Traveling Fatboy last year if that helps make my case any stronger. I would like to try for a spot on the maybe or alternate list if possible.

[Dpflaum]

So...

I think I'm going to keep the 9 guys who currently meet the requirements and tack Noahpictures on the end for a total of 10. While he hasn't been here a year yet, if everyone keeps the brush a week he will meet the guideline when It comes to him.

If the 10 person pass goes well, maybe I will go ahead and run another round at the beginning of the winter season. Oooohhh... or maybe a PIF when I graduate in December...

Either way, we are going to take 10 people and run with it.

Because I'm busy trying to get ready to drive home to see the parents (little over 600 miles) and the Orchestrion happens to live in the same state my parents do and is busy with finals through today, I think I will drop the brush in the mail there.



Let the fun begin!

Orchestrion
Merkur 25
NJpaddy
Goby
dpm802
Montecristo #2
BrianDiPalma
IronBrewer
Gogo
Noahpictures

[Dpflaum]

Oh, and dear all participants:

Let me know when you get the brush. PM the person after you on the list to get their shipping info. Let me know when you send it out.

Repeat.

Happy Shaving!

[Blue-EyedSon]

Thanks, Drew! I'm looking forward to giving it a try.

[beginish]

Bravo, Drew!

[drumana]

Drew - Nice idea... Sign me up if there is a slot still open. I'd like to see what all the fuss is about with this little guy.

[noahpictures]

Thanks Drew! :thumbup:

[franz]

:thumbup1:

Looking forward to reading about the Wee Scot Roadshow. Keep us updated with your impressions, gents.

[Dpflaum]

I haven't used this little guy in a while since I've been on a brush buying kick, so I figured I would give it a good lather before sending it out Monday.

The result is a teaser for you guys! The tub is a sample of Queen Charlotte Cream (love it).

http://i812.photobucket.com/albums/zz47/DPflaumer/DSC01529.jpg

[Blue-EyedSon]

Great picture! I love that it looks proportional to a sample sized tub. I'm really looking forward to it. Thanks, again, Drew!

[Montecristo #2]

Looks like a winner. Every one should snap a pic of the traveling Wee Scot.

[ironbrewer]

Thanks Drew. I'm interested to try one.

[Merkur25]

Outstanding :thumbup: I look forward to trying out this little guy

[Dpflaum]

Guys I'm a little behind because I didn't get up to NW Indiana before the post closed yesterday. But have no fear, the brush will be headed out soon.

Not apologizing though as it's my brush :001_tt2:

[TheVez2]

Oh man. I can't believe I missed this. I've been dying to try out this brush. I'll be watching this thread with great interest. And hoping for a round 2!

[Dpflaum]

Okay, so...

The brush is going out Monday. It ended up being a busy week here and I haven't seen my parents in a while so I didn't get to the post office.

Sorry guys!

[Merkur25]

Okay, so...

The brush is going out Monday. It ended up being a busy week here and I haven't seen my parents in a while so I didn't get to the post office.

Sorry guys!

Your killin me :lol: no worries, Ill just keep using my custom shavemac until this little guy arrives

[Dpflaum]

It's gone. And should be in SW Indiana on its first stop tomorrow.

[Montecristo #2]

Is it my turn yet?

[orchestrion]

Sorry I've been late to update, gentlemen. It was an insanely busy week. The brush arrived on Wednesday. I was stunned at how small the brush actually is! It's barely longer than my pinky finger.

I gave it a spin Wednesday night. I wasn't really impressed with the QCS sample that Drew provided (thumbs up to Drew), but that's beside the point. It's pretty darn fun to use this little guy. I figure I'll use it a few more times this week and then send it on with another sample or two thrown in.

http://img830.imageshack.us/img830/488/dscn0921n.jpg

http://img837.imageshack.us/img837/4325/dscn0922n.jpg

http://img684.imageshack.us/img684/9838/dscn0924rc.jpg

[Montecristo #2]

Any updates? I'm really looking forward to checking this brush out.

[Dpflaum]

No updates yet, I will get something posted as soon as I hear though!

[orchestrion]

Hey guys...I still have the little guy. I'm out of town with a spotty internet connection but I'll be dropping the brush by the post office Monday evening. Sorry for the lack of updates!

[Merkur25]

Hey guys...I still have the little guy. I'm out of town with a spotty internet connection but I'll be dropping the brush by the post office Monday evening. Sorry for the lack of updates!

How are you sending it?? You never asked for my address :lol:

[njpaddy]

Is the road show over already?

[Merkur25]

Is the road show over already?

Nope just beginning

[orchestrion]

The Scot is going out to Brian in an hour or so. I want to apologize to everyone for the lack of updates; I had a hectic week and then went out of town for four days and had a bad internet connection. Let's hope Brian enjoyed using the brush as much as I did. :thumbup1:

[insomniac]

I'd be interested in trying it.

[Merkur25]

I just received the brush. I plan on trying it out for the first time tonight.

First impression - I didnt think the brush would be this small

[spindlecone]

I just received the brush. I plan on trying it out for the first time tonight.

First impression - I didnt think the brush would be this small

Amazes me, IMO the wee scot is somewhat of a joke,People want FATBOYS,Huge straights,Big harleys,giant everything.
Than they buy a wee scot?:001_rolle

[Dpflaum]

Amazes me, IMO the wee scot is somewhat of a joke,People want FATBOYS,Huge straights,Big harleys,giant everything.
Than they buy a wee scot?:001_rolle

I don't want giant everything. I'm a big fan of smaller is better. I love my Wee Scot so much I decided to let other people have a try!

I've never kept a brush over 18mm.

[njpaddy]

I've never kept a brush over 18mm.
I know you like the SR, but was there any 18/19 Simpson you liked (excluding the Wee Scot & Berkeley)?

[Dpflaum]

Hmm...

The Special is an awesome brush. The only problem I had with mine was the crazily uneven knot. The higher end 18mm Simpsons simply can't compare to the Savile Row.

The possible exception(s) is(are) the 55/56. The only issue I had with the 55 was lather hogging. Simply far too dense for my taste.

[franz]

The possible exception(s) is(are) the 55/56. The only issue I had with the 55 was lather hogging. Simply far too dense for my taste.

That one was one of the densest little brushes I've ever seen. I'm not surprised. The knot was set at ~39 mm which is quite frankly absurd for that dense of a brush. :biggrin:

[kentclark]

Fantastic idea! I'm glad many are using the WS more than once as I believe there is a learning curve to surmount before you see the benefits of the Scot. Try it with hard/soft soaps and creams alike. I particularly like face lathering with mine.

[Dpflaum]

Face lathering the Wee is the only way to go!

Mine saw Tabac soap exclusively for a year and was absolutely incredible. Which isn't to say that it didn't excel with the T&H creams I threw at it!

[Dpflaum]

I'd also like to get a gauge as to where the Wee is right now...

[wimbouman]

Hello

Would it be a nice idea to follow the Wee Scot Roadshow on a map?

Something like this:

http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&msa=0&msid=202050528788072623514.0004a56ff123b628ec067&ll=39.808536,-79.101562&spn=27.220069,57.084961&t=h&z=5&iwloc=0004a56ff86088fd9097f

We would end up with something like this:

[dpm802]

The map is just too cool for words ... great idea!

[goby]

Yay! Am I next? I'm not quite sure where the official list is. :D

[wimbouman]

The map is just too cool for words ... great idea!

Any chance of me collecting all the locations?
Or just the email addresses so participating roadshowers can add themselves if they want to?

Added adresses!

http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=202050528788072623514.0004a56ff123b628ec067&z=7

[Merkur25]

So when the B&B site went down that really threw me a curve. I was planning on getting this out last week but obviously it was impossible to do so since there was no way of communication.

Anyways the brush is safe and will be on the way to the next person in line, NJpaddy.

177537

[Montecristo #2]

What does it cost to ship this little thing? $1.83?

[Merkur25]

No idea. Ill tell you tomorrow :lol:

[dpm802]

Any chance of me collecting all the locations?
Or just the email addresses so participating roadshowers can add themselves if they want to?

Added adresses!

http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=202050528788072623514.0004a56ff123b628ec067&z=7PM sent with Gmail address and zip-code.

Any more info you need to add me to the map, or shall I do it myself?

[wimbouman]

@dpm802 > Just send you the invitation to join the map.
Working on the traced route!

[wimbouman]

Gentlemen,

The updated Wee Scot Roadshow Map is here: http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=202050528788072623514.0004a5adc9e8bfa66784e&z=7

On the map:
Dpflaum
dpm802
njpaddy

Still working on the route tracing, that one isn't easy :(

[dpm802]

wimbouman has infected me with Map Acquisition Disorder.

They're really easy to st up, and a lot of fun.

Under Google Maps, search for "NYC Shaving Havens" to see my little creation.

[njpaddy]

An update on the traveling Wee Scott. I now have it and used it for the first time yesterday with TOBS Rose cream. First impression: I loved the knot, but not the handle. Here are pics for comparison. First one with a Rooney 3/1 Super and SR 3722 and the second with a Simpson 46 and 56.

[beginish]

An update on the traveling Wee Scott. I now have it and used it for the first time yesterday with TOBS Rose cream. First impression: I loved the knot, but not the handle. Here are pics for comparison. First one with a Rooney 3/1 Super and SR 3722 and the second with a Simpson 46 and 56.

Knowing how small the Berkeley handle is, I have a very clear idea what "Wee" means for this brush.

[Blue58]

I know my name is on the second list so its a long way off before I will get to try this little brush. I was hoping to try it before I buy one but I dont know if I can make myself wait that long

[njpaddy]

Knowing how small the Berkeley handle is, I have a very clear idea what "Wee" means for this brush.
I prefer small brushes, but I think the WS handle is way too small even for me. It's like a little thimble. Still.....I do like the knot.


I know my name is on the second list so its a long way off before I will get to try this little brush. I was hoping to try it before I buy one but I dont know if I can make myself wait that long
I've had one sitting in a vendor's cart for a couple of weeks. Glad I waited before pulling the trigger. I will probably order a Special instead unless the WS changes my mind in the next two shaves.

[wimbouman]

Curious to learn what you think, njpaddy!

The knot sure is a winner.

The handle started to grow on me in use.
At first it seems small, too small. But then I found the good grip and now as a face latherer I think it is very comfortable in use.

YWSMMV :-)

[Blue58]

Well I do have some bone that I think will be just the right size to make a wee scot out of :w00t: .... now if I can just find the right size knot for it. :tongue_sm

[njpaddy]

Second shave with the Wee Scot, this time with Salter Fresh Mint cream. My love for the knot may yet override my dislike for the small handle. My wife says it's cute and thinks I should order one. Here's a pic with the WS in bloom and the (as yet) unused B&B LE #14/75.

[Blue-EyedSon]

My wife says it's cute and thinks I should order one.

That sounds very familiar. I recently picked up a vintage butterscotch Wee Scot and the first thing my wife said was that it was cute. The knot is bad and I've been waiting to send it to the folks at Simpson's for a re-knot until the one on the road show makes it my way so that I can decide if I want to pay to re-knot it. Thanks for the comparison photos and updates, Brian!

[njpaddy]

If I had a vintage WS I would definitely have it re-knotted. It's a great knot if you can deal with the teeny handle.

[Blue-EyedSon]

If I had a vintage WS I would definitely have it re-knotted. It's a great knot if you can deal with the teeny handle.

The tiny handle is exactly what has made me hesitate. When I enquired about getting it re-knotted, it was going to end up costing about the same as a new one once shipping was factored in both ways. So, I've just been a bit hesitant until I get a chance to try one.

[njpaddy]

The Wee Scot should be headed out to California (goby) tomorrow. Had my 3rd shave with it tonight using Salter's Wild Rose (I'm on a Salter kick lately). I also did a Cella face lather on one of the days I didn't shave. I still like the knot and while the handle is absurdly small, I didn't seem to notice it as much tonight. Since my wife said she was sorry to see the "Smurf brush" (as she calls it) leave, I might just ask her to get me one for my birthday in August. Thanks again to Drew (Dpflaum) for passing it around.

[djh]

This is such a great show. Well done Drew for making it possible. You have all inspired me enough to use my Wee Scot this morning.

[Dpflaum]

The worst thing about this traveling brush is that I don't get to use it while it's out!

I will admit that the handle does take a little getting used to, particularly if you are used to something in the 22mm range or higher. But your wallet will love both the price of the brush and the tiny amount of cream it takes to run it.

[ironbrewer]

Sorry for your loss Drew, but at least its not prmanent. I on the other hand can't wait to try it. I'm only 5 people away. i try to only look for this thread once in a while. I usually have problems with buying something when I'm in line like on this. It happened when i was waiting for a slant as well.

[Dpflaum]

I'm glad I got to try the slant before I bought, I quickly realized it wasn't for me.

I do love the Wee though. My Savile Row 3118 is going to get very jealous very quick once the Wee is back.

[njpaddy]

I do love the Wee though.
I only mailed the Wee out two days ago and I already kinda miss it. It will definitely be my next brush. Maybe we need a poll on how many people will or won't buy after trying the traveling Wee Scot.

[dpm802]

I only mailed the Wee out two days ago and I already kinda miss it. It will definitely be my next brush. Maybe we need a poll on how many people will or won't buy after trying the traveling Wee Scot.I haven't even gotten it yet, and I'm certain I'll be buying one. I had made up my mind to add it to the den long before I got on this pass-list.

As far as I know, WCS has the best price, but he is frequently out of stock. Maybe we could arrange a group buy?

[Dpflaum]

Maybe we could arrange a group buy?

That would make me feel like the father of the most successful traveling shaving good ever.

[Montecristo #2]

I haven't even gotten it yet, and I'm certain I'll be buying one. I had made up my mind to add it to the den long before I got on this pass-list.

As far as I know, WCS has the best price, but he is frequently out of stock. Maybe we could arrange a group buy?

I can contact Mark at Simpsons and see if he'll go for it, we'd probably need 20+ to get a better deal.

[beginish]

I can contact Mark at Simpsons and see if he'll go for it, we'd probably need 20+ to get a better deal.

Guys, please check with a Mod before pursuing any Group Buy. I'll share this with the other Mods and get back to you shortly about it.

[dpm802]

I can contact Mark at Simpsons and see if he'll go for it, we'd probably need 20+ to get a better deal.I don't think we'd have any problem meeting that quota, and then some.

I suspect many of us might buy more than one if that's allowed. Count me in.

[rearviewmirror]

I don't think we'd have any problem meeting that quota, and then some.

I suspect many of us might buy more than one if that's allowed. Count me in.

i'd be interested as well

[goby]

I just got it today, along with some goodies! :)

Tomorrow will be my first shave..... I can't believe how small it is!!!!

[Gogo]

I sure would like to see some action photos!

[njpaddy]

Sorta missed it, so I ordered one today. I was going to wait until my birthday in August, but decided not to.

[Dpflaum]

Sorta missed it, so I ordered one today. I was going to wait until my birthday in August, but decided not to.

I support this decision.

[njpaddy]

Thanks Drew. I have two brushes coming thanks to your enabling.

[Dpflaum]

Thanks Drew. I have two brushes coming thanks to your enabling.

What can I say, I'm a bad influence. I've only got one on the way right now though!

I sure am glad I'm not a hoarder like the rest of you!

[goby]

Hey dpm802, please PM me your address so I can send it out to you in a few days.

I'll post a report later, but it can be summed up with: "Damn it's small!!"

[njpaddy]

My very own Wee Scot arrived today.

[Dpflaum]

Congrats Brian!

May it be as good to you has mine has been to me.

[Montecristo #2]

This is such a great idea. Can't hardly wait.

[goby]

dpm802 should receive the Wee Scot today.

You will not be prepared to deal with how small it is. It will freak you out!!! It is small!!!

This was my first Simpson, and it oozed quality. Wow!!! This is no toy!!!

But it's way too small for me. The one thing I loved is using it for Nancy Boy Signature. NB is an expensive cream, that needs a lot of product. I loved how little I need to generate lather.

I won't be getting a Wee Scot, but I'd love to have a regular size Simpson. Now I get the fascination. :)

[dpm802]

dpm802 should receive the Wee Scot today.Yes, it arrived about half an hour ago.



You will not be prepared to deal with how small it is. It will freak you out!!! It is small!!!No matter how many pictures you look at, the reality is a whole 'nother story. I have small hands, yet I can put it in my palm and completely conceal it with my fingers.



This was my first Simpson, and it oozed quality. Wow!!! This is no toy!!!My first Simpson also ... now I see what all the fuss is about.



I won't be getting a Wee Scot, but I'd love to have a regular size Simpson. Now I get the fascination. :)I WILL be getting a Wee Scot ... AND a regular sized Simpson, probably several. I don't think the WS will become a regular player in my rotation, but I can't see having a brush collection without including one of these little marvels.

[dpm802]

Had my first shave with the WS this afternoon ... Put on some Jason 6n1 Beard Therapy as a pre-shave, then let the WS tear into a chunk of Cade that I held in the palm of my hand. I loaded it for about a minute, and started working up the lather in my palm, and put on the final touches with face-lathering.

The brush really surprised me with its performance ... it held more than enough lather for 3 passes, and I could probably have done 3 more with what I squeezed out of it when I cleaned it up. Although the knot had been packed down a bit during shipping, after I was done, it bloomed out into a huge diameter that appears to be almost as wide as the brush is tall.

At no time did I feel the brush was too small to be practical. In fact, when its splayed out, it covers plenty of area, and felt just great as it worked the lather into my whiskers.

I still need to experiment with the handle to find the sweet-spot on how to hold it. Its not that I had any difficulty keeping a grip on it, but I think there's probably a better way that will feel more ergonomic.

Who is the next one in line? Send me a PM with your address, and I'll probably get it out to you early next week. I'm waiting on delivery of an item I want to include in the box.

[ironbrewer]

Looks like the rest of the lineup is

dpm802
Montecristo #2
BrianDiPalma
IronBrewer
Gogo
Noahpictures

[Blue-EyedSon]

Any updates on where the brush is in its travels? I'm really looking forward to giving it a try ...

[dpm802]

Any updates on where the brush is in its travels? I'm really looking forward to giving it a try ...I have the brush right now ... I'm waiting on delivery of an item I'd like to include in the box when I pass it on. It will probably go out next Tuesday, which is my next day off from work.

I've gotten in 3 shaves with the WS so far, and I am super-impressed. You can read the reviews of a product, you can look at pictures, but nothing says it all like holding it in your hands and actually using it.

I've gotta get me one of these little babies. There was talk kicking around about a WS Group Buy ... any updates on that?

[Angry__Panda]

I support this decision.

+2 on supporting this decision...Mainly because I ordered one with my Manantiales soap lol (should be here today).

[Dpflaum]

Glad to see so many of you guys picking up Wee Scots on your own! It is one thing to hear people rave about how great it is, but it is another thing all together to see skeptics admitting they love the WS.

[dpm802]

Glad to see so many of you guys picking up Wee Scots on your own! It is one thing to hear people rave about how great it is, but it is another thing all together to see skeptics admitting they love the WS.I was never skeptical ... I know that the WS has been honored with rave reviews from those that have one.

However, I admit that I was blown away by just how good it really is. I have been pretty much a Boar user since January, but the WS is the first Badger I've used in a long time that really knocked my socks off. Small in size, but HUGE on performance. It holds a lot of water, and that makes a lot of lather ... more than enough for 3 passes. It would probably do 6 passes if I stretched it a little.

The only thing I wish I could change is people's perceptions. Most seem to think of it as "just a travel brush." Its much, much more than that, and it would do just fine as a daily go-to at home in anybody's den.

I expect to get it out in the mail on Tuesday. I'm waiting on Montecristo #2's address and one item I want to include in the package.

[Montecristo #2]

PM sent. Can't wait to get the WS, also looking forward to whatever surprise Dpm802 has in store for me. I'll be sure to post a few photos and give a review when she arrives.

[dpm802]

The WeeScot is back on the road again. ETA is Thursday, 08/04/11.

It picked up a little traveling companion, too. I had an Omega Bambino (http://www.shoeboxshaveshop.com/omega-50068-quotbambin50068.html) arrive at my house roughly the same time, and the two just look so cute sitting next to each other, I hated to split them up. So now, those downstream can compare the mighty WeeScot Badger along with a similarly sized Boar brush, too.

I also added pill bottles for the two brushes, but I neglected to drill vent holes. Maybe the next person can take care of this little detail.

[dpm802]

I also edited and updated The Wee Scot Roadshow map on Google.


http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msa=0&msid=202050528788072623514.0004a5adc9e8bfa66784e

[beginish]

The WeeScot is back on the road again. ETA is Thursday, 08/04/11.

It picked up a little traveling companion, too. I had an Omega Bambino (http://www.shoeboxshaveshop.com/omega-50068-quotbambin50068.html) arrive at my house roughly the same time, and the two just look so cute sitting next to each other, I hated to split them up. So now, those downstream can compare the mighty WeeScot Badger along with a similarly sized Boar brush, too.

I also added pill bottles for the two brushes, but I neglected to drill vent holes. Maybe the next person can take care of this little detail.

Nice, David!

[Montecristo #2]

Sweet! Now I'm really looking forward to getting the brush(es). I'll be sure to drill some holes in the pill bottles.

[Blue58]

Well if there is a second list for this little brush I would like to be the first on that list, Noahpictures only beat me out on this list because he was closer to the the cutoff date for how long you had to be a member.

I am really looking forward to trying this brush so I really hope there will be a second list :w00t: I will just have to wait and see.

[Dpflaum]

Haha, you guys will have to talk to one of the guys who went out and bought one about list two. After sending this guy out on his adventure I've begun to miss the Wee Scot. He may need some time at home to rest!

[noahpictures]

I can't wait to try it/them. Thanks David!

[Blue58]

:crying: I always just miss these. This is the second or third one I have missed for a wee scot... I guess the only way I am gonna get to try one is to buy one :001_unsur

[Montecristo #2]

Got the brushes yesterday, thanks! Both are tiny, can't wait to try them out this weekend.

[Gogo]

What's the latest with the brushes?

[Montecristo #2]

What's the latest with the brushes?


I've been checking out these great brushes for a week or so and am ready to ship them to the next guy on the list (Brian, PM sent). While I enjoyed both, I do prefer badger, so the Wee Scot wins out. I initially thought of the WS as a smaller Berkeley 46, but I was wrong. It is better described as a smaller Duke. Fantastic with either soaps or creams, a pleasure to use. Put me on the list of want to buy. Oh and by the way, I guess I was prepared for the size (or lack of), because the brush did shock me, as some have described. Don't get me wrong, I don't believe I would want a smaller shaving brush than the Wee Scot.

[dpm802]

Got my own WS in the mail today, purchased from the BST. Can't wait to give it a whirl tomorrow. Ever since I packed up The Roadshow and sent it off, I've really been missing the WS.

Even though I have my own WS now, I'd still be interested in a Group Buy, if that ever materializes. Any word on that?

This makes my 6th brush purchase this year. Next up on the wish list is a Rooney 1/1, unless someone can come up with a better idea.

[ironbrewer]

So where is the brush now??

[Blue-EyedSon]

So where is the brush now??

Montecristo had something come up that delayed the shipment of the brush(es) and he said that I should be expecting it tomorrow (Monday).

[beginish]

Even though I have my own WS now, I'd still be interested in a Group Buy, if that ever materializes. Any word on that?

This makes my 6th brush purchase this year. Next up on the wish list is a Rooney 1/1, unless someone can come up with a better idea.

Just a reminder that if the idea of a Group Buy starts to gather steam, please drop me or any other Mod a PM first. As for your next brush, I highly recommend giving some thought to a Kent BK/BLK/H 4. Different handle materials, but the brush specs are the same.

[dpm802]

Just a reminder that if the idea of a Group Buy starts to gather steam, please drop me or any other Mod a PM first. As for your next brush, I highly recommend giving some thought to a Kent BK/BLK/H 4. Different handle materials, but the brush specs are the same.hehe ... how did you know a BK4 was on my list, also?

I'l PM you later to get details on how to properly organize a B&B Group Buy.

[ironbrewer]

Why do you reccomend the $180 Kent BK4 over the $35 Simpson WEE Scott, Is it that much better??

[Blue-EyedSon]

The brushes came in today! I'm really looking forward to trying these over the next couple days. The Bambino will be my first time using a boar brush. So, I'm looking forward to that. And sometime after signing up for the Wee Scot Roadshow, I bid on an auction for a brush that I was pretty sure was a vintage Simpson, but I didn't know for sure which one it was. When it came in, it was a Wee Scot that had a bad knot. Since that time, I've been looking forward to trying out a current production one so that I can determine whether the handle will be too small for me to comfortably use. So, the test for me: Will I re-knot the vintage one?

My first impression ... Unlike most people, I'm somewhat surprised at how big it is. As I acquired the vintage Wee Scot before this one came, I was prepared for it to be small. But the current production Wee Scot is actually a few millimeters taller than the vintage one that I have. The bottom end below the ridge is identical in height on the two models, but the top portion is slightly taller on the current model. So, I was surprised that the current model is bigger.

The testing commences ...

And some pictures to show that the brushes are still doing well ...

Vintage Wee Scot; Current Wee Scot; Bambino
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Vintage Wee Scot; Current Wee Scot
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Case; Vintage Wee Scot; Current Wee Scot; Bambino; Colonel
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[wimbouman]

BrianDi Palma,

That is a wonderful line up of small brushes.
Is your butterscotch Wee Scot the notorious #1?

Wim

[wimbouman]

The roadshow has brought the Wee Scot coast to coast!

[dpm802]

@Brian - Keep in mind, I don't think that Bambino is fully broken in yet. I only used it once, and the guy I got it from only used it a few times before that and he switched to something else. Don't judge all boar brushes by this one example. And try and give it several wet/dry cycles while you have it, so it gets more bristle-splitting done in the next few days.

[dpm802]

We had been kicking around the idea of a WS Group Buy, and it seemed to have fizzled out. I went and picked up the ball and e-Mailed beginish, the Mod of the Shaving Brush forum, to ask about the policies and procedures to organize a Group Buy. He had some questions about the rationale for having a Group Buy for a commonly stocked product. So I guess we can just drop the idea, unless someone can think of a way to make this WSGB "special and unique."

PS: In the meantime, I picked up a used one on the BST, but if a Group Buy comes down the pike, I'd probably get another, so I have one to use and one that's NIB for the collection.

[beginish]

To be clear, a Group Buy does not have to be "special and unique", but there should be be a very good reason to do so. Why? They typically involve the transfer of a fair amount of money to a member here, who will coordinate ordering and communications with both the supplier and the membership, deal with any customs issues for an international buy (which this would be), and then ship the product to the members. Sometimes a vendor will coordinate the ordering and the shipping, but in the case of a commonly stocked item like the Wee Scot, it is very unlikely that a vendor would undercut their own sales and profits. So based on the response above, I can only assume that this is just a bulk order of the standard stock, and not something like a novel handle material, different hair grade, etc. If not, just send me a PM.

[Blue-EyedSon]

Thanks, Drew, for the opportunity to try the Wee Scot and thanks to DPM802 for the inclusion of the Bambino. The brushes are on their way to ironbrewer as of this morning.

Both brushes performed very well. I still haven't decided whether I'll be sending my vintage Wee Scot back to Simpson for a re-knot so that it could be put back into service. The current production Wee Scot performed very well, which wasn't too surprising to me as I have several Simpson brushes and really like the Best grade of hair. My only wondering and concern was the size of the handle. I found it easier to use than I thought it was going to be, but I still haven't decided whether I'd enjoy using it on a regular basis. At this point, I'm strongly leaning towards getting it re-knotted, and I'm even thinking about getting the three-band Super grade of hair in it. I think I'll wait to see whether I miss it and let that be the determining factor ... We'll see ...





That is a wonderful line up of small brushes.
Is your butterscotch Wee Scot the notorious #1?

Wim

Thanks! I don't know if the one I have is the Wee Scot #1. I thought the #1 was even smaller, but I can't seem to find any pictures of the two next to each other.


@Brian - Keep in mind, I don't think that Bambino is fully broken in yet. I only used it once, and the guy I got it from only used it a few times before that and he switched to something else. Don't judge all boar brushes by this one example. And try and give it several wet/dry cycles while you have it, so it gets more bristle-splitting done in the next few days.

It definitely got better, but it still has some breaking in to go. I think I was most surprised by the difference in the feel between when it was wet and dry. It softened up a lot just by getting wet, which I'm accustomed to with some two-band badger brushes I have, but the difference was much more pronounced. In any event, I think I'd like to try another boar in the future.

[ironbrewer]

Hey Brian,

Thanks for turning them over so quickly. I'm excited to try them.

[ironbrewer]

Just got the Wee and Bambino today. I'll try them out and ship em off. I thought I was prepared for how small they are, but Nope. They are tiny. I didn't shave this morning in anticipation of getting them today. So I shaved with the Wee already. It is a nice brush, but may be a bit small for me. I need to try it a couple more times though.

[ironbrewer]

A couple of pics

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v709/ironbrewer/IMG_5563.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v709/ironbrewer/IMG_5561.jpg

Jim

[beginish]

The last pic looks like two toddlers watching the big kids play on the jungle gym.

[ironbrewer]

Shipped out to Gogo today. Thanks for letting me try out the stuff. I added some shaving cream samples in a 7 day pill container.

[dpm802]

I recognize the SOC even from a distance, but what is the brush on the left?

[ironbrewer]

Its a Kimson silvertip. I love it.

[Gogo]

Received the brush last night! Thanks to all the comparison photos I wasn't shocked by the size but it is awfully small.
I'll add some pictures soon. I'm looking forward to my turn.

Jim, can you tell is more about the samples you generously added?

[Gogo]

Today's SOTD:
http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=29826 (http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=29826)

[noahpictures]

I can't get over how small the brush is.

[ironbrewer]

Sorry I was out of town since Monday. I flew out to Sacramento and road a 250 cc motorcycle back to just north of Denver. The samples are of Shaving cream I have made. They are just 7 samples I randomly picked. Sorry, but I was in a rush with working, getting ready for my trip, and family stuff. I didn't document what scents I threw in at all.

[Gogo]

So here's our touring hero with some new friends he's made:

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=29936 (http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=29936)

Left to Right: Rooney 1/2 Finest, 2009 Kent B&B LE, Omega 49, Rooney Heritage 2XL, Vie Long 13061

I have news that another brush is planning to piggy-back on our powerful Wee Scot. More news to come!

[noahpictures]

So here's our touring hero with some new friends he's made:

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=29936 (http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=29936)

Left to Right: Rooney 1/2 Finest, 2009 Kent B&B LE, Omega 49, Rooney Heritage 2XL, Vie Long 13061

I have news that another brush is planning to piggy-back on our powerful Wee Scot. More news to come!

Is it the Rooney Heritage 2XL? :tongue_sm

[Gogo]

Is it the Rooney Heritage 2XL? :tongue_sm

Nah! Actually another member is sending a different brush. I'll be sure to post some pictures!

[dpm802]

I bought my own Wee Scot from the BST a few weeks ago, and now I can't find it.

Don't Cry for me, Argentina ... but I'm shedding more than a few tears as I frantically search for my little wonder-brush.

[Gogo]

Gentlemen,
Jay of DrColossus11 fame has generously added to our tour with the love child of the Bambino and Wee Scot. This Frankenbrush is an 18mm TGN knot secured in an Omega Mighty Midget base. I'll give it a run today and then pass on the entire clan to the next guy in line. Thanks to Jay for contributing to the fun!

Family Portrait:
http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=30030 (http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=30030)

[noahpictures]

Can't wait to try them!

[Gogo]

Sent to Noah today. I really enjoyed my turn. The Wee Scot is a tremendous brush of any size. The Bam Scot that Jay added to the journey was a lot of fun too. I'm looking forward to some great pictures! Have fun gents!

[DrColossus11]

Glad you liked it. Can't wait to hear what the others think. Love the name you gave it!

[dpm802]

Gentlemen,
Jay of DrColossus11 fame has generously added to our tour with the love child of the Bambino and Wee Scot. This Frankenbrush is an 18mm TGN knot secured in an Omega Mighty Midget base. I'll give it a run today and then pass on the entire clan to the next guy in line. Thanks to Jay for contributing to the fun!
Hmmmm ... what a coincidence.

DrCollosus11 was my source for the Bambino I added, too ...
... so Jay's got TWO contributions on the front lines.

[Gogo]

Glad you liked it. Can't wait to hear what the others think. Love the name you gave it!

Thanks! Weebino just was too tough to say.

[noahpictures]

Received the brushes today! I can't wait until tomorrow. Thanks!

[DrColossus11]

Hmmmm ... what a coincidence.

DrCollosus11 was my source for the Bambino I added, too ...
... so Jay's got TWO contributions on the front lines.
No sir, the Bambino was your contribution. I'm glad both brushes are finally getting some attention.

[noahpictures]

Received the brushes yesterday. I lathered with the Simpson Wee Scott and took some pics. I took a pic of the Wee Scott with a nickel to demonstrate how tiny the brush is. I have average size hands and the brush is the length of my pinky.
I face lathered today and the brush did a great job. I expected the brush to be floppy but it has plenty of backbone.

[noahpictures]

The brushes are on their way to Drew. I liked the Wee Scott and the Omega all boar (black handle). The "Mighty Midget" (green handle) was a little too scritchy for my taste. I am glad I've tried all three. Thanks Drew!

[El Dingo Satanico]

Received the brushes yesterday. I lathered with the Simpson Wee Scott and took some pics. I took a pic of the Wee Scott with a nickel to demonstrate how tiny the brush is. I have average size hands and the brush is the length of my pinky.
I face lathered today and the brush did a great job. I expected the brush to be floppy but it has plenty of backbone.

I have that same shave mug!

I've been following this thread for a while now. I might have to get one of these despite my reservations that it would be too small.

[DrColossus11]

I have that same shave mug!

Me too! Mine has a nice puck of Seaforth soap in it too!

[dpm802]

I bought my own Wee Scot from the BST a few weeks ago, and now I can't find it.

Don't Cry for me, Argentina ... but I'm shedding more than a few tears as I frantically search for my little wonder-brush.I found it!

Just like I suspected, it was mixed in with the bulk of my collection out at my storage locker. It was hiding in a tin box that once packaged a Dockers' wallet.

I put it to work last night with Tabac soap in the shower. It had been a good month or so in storage, and my first shave with the WS brought it right back.

It now holds a place of honor on my counter ... its the only Badger brush I've got on hand to compare against my 3 active Boars.

[noahpictures]

Nice! What are your other boar brushes?

[dpm802]

Nice! What are your other boar brushes?Semogue Ash-SOC and 1305, both fully broken in, a VdH Deluxe boar (white handle) that is going through the wet-dry cycles and will hit my face in about a week, and two Marvy brushes that are still NIB. I also have a Semogue Custom 2010, a NIB C&E Boar and several of my grandfather's old brushes (all NOS condition) that are out at my storage locker.

[noahpictures]

^ I have a SOC boar in cherry that is has about fifteen lathers on it.

[dpm802]

^ I have a SOC boar in cherry that is has about fifteen lathers on it.I'm getting a cherry-handle sometime soon. I want to have a matched set of SOCs in different woods so I can always be sure to have at least one of them absolutely dry at shave time.

[noahpictures]

I have that same shave mug!

I've been following this thread for a while now. I might have to get one of these despite my reservations that it would be too small.

I sold the Seaforth mug and I already regret it.


Me too! Mine has a nice puck of Seaforth soap in it too!

How is the Seaforth soap?

[noahpictures]

I'm getting a cherry-handle sometime soon. I want to have a matched set of SOCs in different woods so I can always be sure to have at least one of them absolutely dry at shave time.

Wow you have gone boar! Is there reason for not using the other brushes in the storage locker? I would be very tempted.

[dpm802]

Wow you have gone boar! Is there reason for not using the other brushes in the storage locker? I would be very tempted.the reason I have the storage locker is that I'm very cramped on space in my present location (I'm renting a room in an old victorian house.) I have a private bathroom, but it is short on storage space. And I need to keep a small footprint so that when I get ready to move someplace else, I want to be able to pick up my stuff and get out of here in just one car trip, if I can.

Yes, I've gone Boar. It started in January with my 1305, and I've bought 8 brushes so far this year, 6 of 'em were Boars.

The more I use 'em the more convinced I am that Boar/Face-lather is the way to go for me. The advantages of doing it this way are many-fold, and I'm kicking myself for the 3 years of wet-shaving where I was using Badger and Bowl, and not getting everything I could out of each shave.

[noahpictures]

^ So what are the advantages of using boar over badger for you?

[DrColossus11]

How is the Seaforth soap?

I really like it. It compares very well to the vintage Williams that I have. I took a little while to get it re-hydrated and the bit on crust off the top.

[DrColossus11]

Did this end?

[noahpictures]

Did this end?

It ended a while back. I was the last member on the list.