It's Here - The B&B LE 2008!

[joel]

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15027

2008 B&B Limited Edition

Albeit late, it was well worth the wait!

They're here, in all of their remarkable glory. While it took much longer than expected, it was well worth the wait. I inspected a handful of these brushes and couldn't tell the difference between them - the quality control and consistency was unlike any other batch of brushes I have ever seen. This my friends, is the highest quality product to have carried the B&B name.... it's all the prototype was, and more.

NOTE: These brushes have been pre-ordered, so they are no longer available, and are a one time, limited run. Unfortunately, this means if this is the first time you're hearing of these brushes, unfortunately, you're too late to pick one up.

Now onto what you you care about most..... pictures!!

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15012

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15013

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15014

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http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15016

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15017

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15018

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15019

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15020

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15021

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15022

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15023

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http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15025

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15026

Now down to business...

To finalize your order IF YOU ARE A BUYER IN THE US - send a $4 paypal to [email protected] to cover the import fee. Once we receive all of the paypals, we'll open up the order process for those of you with gift certificates - and provide all of the details this weekend.

They should be in your hot little hands shortly!

Update: If you pre-ordered a brush, instructions to receive it can be found here (http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?p=893997#post893997).

[Austin]

Thanks to Joel and the other hard working moderators who made this happen. First class all the way my friend.

[Jim]

Its been a long road, Welcome home LE08!

Thanks to the guys involved for all their hard work!:thumbup1:

[Nick]

It's been a while since I've gotten excited over a brush, but the fit and finish on these things, and the quality/characteristics of the knot are phenomenal. The hot stamping is also very clean and professional, as is to be expected. :thumbup1:

[VR6ofpain]

I am speechless. The final product somehow looks even better than the original. That is one beautiful brush. Well worth the price sold for.

Oh ya, $4 sent!

[beansays]

Thank you so much for all of your hard work and effort.

It is greatly appreciated.

Beautiful brush.

[TENroaches]

Sent payment and can't wait. My soaps have been asking to be tickled by this brush, and I can finally tell them the time is coming. :smile:

[Evbo]

Excellent. Payment sent! Thank you, thank you, thank you for all the hard work. Can't wait to get mine! :biggrin:

[laconic1]

The brush looks fantastic. Thank you again for all the effort that went into this, I'm looking forward to receiving it. Payment sent.

[oxcrew]

Good job boys have to admit that I am bit jealous...well really jealous

[ZethLent]

I notice that the $4 payment is for 'US Buyers Only'.


Will information for overseas buyers (including the shipping that we have yet to pay) be posted on the weekend, along with the gift certificate information?

The Brushes look great by the way.

I see no 'trimmed' black ends in the crown of the brush.:biggrin: This is what I have been looking for.

[chimes13]

:thumbup: Thanks again guys, can't wait.... $4 sent. :badger:

[whitebar]

The brushes look wonderful! $4 paypal has been sent.

[SRock]

Wow! :drool: :drool: :drool:

If anyone ordered more than one and wants to part with the extra please let me know. If anyone gets theirs and decides they don't want it, let me know that as well (though I doubt that will happen). I'd love to have one of these!
:w00t: :w00t: :w00t:

[BillEllis]

Dang! I wouldn't mind having one of those my own self. Very nice.

[Tinzien]

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!!! :biggrin::thumbup1:

My $4 was just sent by PayPal!

[Colphax]

Woot! I sent my payment! :thumbup1:

[Sakhara]

They look amazing. :tongue_sm
Too bad I missed out on this one. Once again, great work Joel and crew!

Sak

[Laz]

4$ sent. Awesome work - thanks so much

[SurfFisherman]

Wow- The brush looks awesome!

PayPal payment sent.

Thanks B&B!

[royalcrown]

Damn my financial status at the time of ordering.....

Great work guys, heres to hoping that another brush offer like this comes around .

[Suzuki]

This brush looks awesome!

Thanks guys, I know there is a lot of sweat that went into this brush.

[MJB]

I'm in and 4 dollars sent

Thanks

Marc

[Sabledog]

$4 sent--and well worth it!

This brush looks GREAT!

[mankini]

Burning the midnight oil huh Joel, you chaps are incredible.

It feels like a home comming, my eyes welled up when I saw the pics

(not really :lol:).

I am impressed with what I see and I am sure to be pleased with the performance of this masterpiece. Great job guys you stayed the course and I am sure you will receive great pleasure hearing the feedback from the members who are lucky enough to have grabbed one of these LEs.

Well done, and just in time for Christmas.

payment sent

p.s I think I may just have to get this brush its own Christmas stocking to hang out in.

[johnniegold]

That is truly a masterpiece of a brush. 4 dollars extra for a shaving brush that you cannot obtain anywhere else in the world. Now that is truly: priceless.

Thanks to all who put forth this Herculean effort. It is very much appreciated.

[aereinha]

Yea! These look amazing. I have sent my $4.
:w00t:

[greenerock]

Just sent in the $4. We are like little kids on Christmas Eve.:001_smile

[Kiel]

Is there a way to claim unclaimed brushes?

[profsaffel]

Doubtful there will be unclaimed. You and I are in the same boat... we became Badgers too late. After seeing these pics, it's official, I'm jealous. :frown:

[DustBow]

Wow, it looks great.

The wait was worth it to have all the brushes meet the standards of the prototype.

Paypal-ing now....

Merry Christmas from me to me

[jazzman]

The problem with these tubes we call the internets is that those IT guys haven't figured out how to actually transport important objects straight to our computers. I want that brush NOW!!:biggrin:

Thank you, Joel, and thank you, everyone else at B&B who is making this possible.

[TSWebster]

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15022

I have a new desktop image.

I know getting the international orders sorted out will take a little longer since you have to sort out the correct postage costs, but when you get that all sorted will we recieve an email notification or will you post on the forum?

[mdunn]

what do us non-us chaps do?

[biomesh]

They look great!

Paypal sent.

[Greg I]

I'm blown away. Don't drag your feet on the $4 bucks fellas, I wan't my brush! Payment sent.

[Gruder]

Stunningly beautiful. Payment sent. Can't thank you guys enough for all the hard work (including the packing work to come).

Patience, everyone!
http://butcat.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/12/patience.jpg

[petr]

paypal sent

[leicaron]

GREEN with envy here ....

I can only hope that a similar offer can occur sometime soon ... I hope that the minimum order number isn't too big. Care to make this an annual thing chaps ?

[greendyk]

$4 sent. Thanks to all involved.

John

[DaveAri]

Payment sent.

My mother thanks you, my father thanks you and I thank you.
:ouch1: :ouch1: :ouch1:
Happy Holidays,
Dave

[whiskerlips]

payment sent.

[cowboy5192]

Fantastic. I plan to pass it on to my favorite grandson.
PayPal sent.

Thanks again to Joel and the gang.

[r5cackus]

I must say... When I first saw the prototype of this brush several months ago, I loved the knot, but was a bit skeptical of the handle. MAN! There's something about that Kent emblem that makes that handle positively stunning!

I think everyone needs to give Joel and mods a round of applause for creating, yet another, flawless product. :thumbsup:

[AFG]

I'll admit to some thoughts of selling mine when it arrives as I had kind of lost interest. The pictures though are almost overwhelming and I highly doubt it will be going anywhere. Paypal sent, hope everyone pays up timely so we can get this going.

[boboakalfb]

Wooooo Hooooooo, paypal sent. :biggrin:

[Ramaniac]

Yeah!!! The pumpkin is gone! Nice brush too. One day I hope to get a nice brush like that.

[John Doe]

Pay Pal sent. Thanks everyone!

[pal]

Great looking Kent. I hope all you lucky dogs who had the sense to order one of these, enjoys them fully.

[masonjarjar]

will someone please come in here and clean up the slobber.

[glycerine]

Wow! That is gorgeous...

[Doc4]

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15019



This was an option?? :eek::eek:

[scoopster]

Outstanding job gentlemen! And I'm glad the duty thing worked itself out. An extra four bucks is a blip for the cost & value of this offer. Look at that brush, look at that case, look at the custom B&B logo - simply stunning. I predict my beloved Chubby and short loft Shavemac are both going to be taking a very long a rest soon.

[blade08]

What a beauty!

[Rem Freeman]

So pretty......I want to touch the pretty!!!

Just sent my payment. So very excited.

Thanks again to everyone involved.

[AACJ]

Permits?? We don't need no stinking permits!

[scoopster]

Permits?? We don't need no stinking permits!

Course not - That's synthetic badger. Wink, Wink!

[Wil]

:mad2: *&$#!!!! missed out again!!!

any extras?

[Anocer]

Payment sent!

Again, Joel & Nick & everyone else involved, thanks so much for your unwavering dedication and patience with Kent, and all of us :)

w00t!

[DMac]

holy moly that'sm a gorgeous brush

$4 sent, can't wait to get it in my hot little hands!

so, how many brushes were ordered in total? I was just curious to know how many we B&Bers got together and bought.

[Antipode]

For us Canadian (and other international buyers), should we send in the $4 immediately and then deal with the separate shipping charges, or do we do it in one transaction. Don't want to hold things up!

[kbuzbee]

Awesome!

$4 sent,

Ken

[joel]

Due to this outclassing my wildest expectation, and being the finest shaving brush that's ever touched my face (hands down) - Nick, John (he doesn't know he's on the hook yet) and I are going to start in on another B&B custom by Kent for 2009, different handle, but the same *knock your socks off* custom hair/knot.

Naturally - it'll likely take as long (or longer) than this one had, but once you fellas get your hands on these, I know you're going to want more... a lot more.

Note: This existing brush/design is a true "limited edition" in that it's a one shot deal. The 2009 version will look substantially different, which will make both brushes special, and completely unique. I am 100% certain this 08 will become an immediate collectors item.... as the 09 likely will to boot. :biggrin:

[scoopster]

Due to this outclassing my wildest expectation, and being the finest shaving brush that's ever touched my face (hands down) - Nick, John (he doesn't know he's on the hook yet) and I are going to start in on another B&B custom by Kent for 2009, different handle, but the same *knock your socks off* custom hair/knot.

Naturally - it'll likely take as long (or longer) than this one had, but once you fellas get your hands on these, I know you're going to want more... a lot more.

Note: This existing brush/design is a true "limited edition" in that it's a one shot deal. The 2009 version will look substantially different, which will make both brushes special, and completely unique. I am 100% certain this 08 will become an immediate collectors item.... as the 09 likely will to boot. :biggrin:

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[leicaron]

Joel,

This is fabulous news, I'll be in on the 2009 issue !!

I wonder if ...
Over the coming years there can be a B&B Shavemac limited edition, a B&B Rooney limited edition, then a Vulfix, a Simpson's, etc.

Now I'm really drooling !!!!

[dmnall]

Due to this outclassing my wildest expectation, and being the finest shaving brush that's ever touched my face (hands down) - Nick, John (he doesn't know he's on the hook yet) and I are going to start in on another B&B custom by Kent for 2009, different handle, but the same *knock your socks off* custom hair/knot.

Naturally - it'll likely take as long (or longer) than this one had, but once you fellas get your hands on these, I know you're going to want more... a lot more.

Note: This existing brush/design is a true "limited edition" in that it's a one shot deal. The 2009 version will look substantially different, which will make both brushes special, and completely unique. I am 100% certain this 08 will become an immediate collectors item.... as the 09 likely will to boot. :biggrin:

Since I had to miss out on this sweet brush, Count me in for the 09 Brush :D

[razercat]

I take it you mean $4.00 per gift certifacate if you got more than one?

Eddie

[Colphax]

Due to this outclassing my wildest expectation, and being the finest shaving brush that's ever touched my face (hands down) - Nick, John (he doesn't know he's on the hook yet) and I are going to start in on another B&B custom by Kent for 2009, different handle, but the same *knock your socks off* custom hair/knot.

Naturally - it'll likely take as long (or longer) than this one had, but once you fellas get your hands on these, I know you're going to want more... a lot more.

Note: This existing brush/design is a true "limited edition" in that it's a one shot deal. The 2009 version will look substantially different, which will make both brushes special, and completely unique. I am 100% certain this 08 will become an immediate collectors item.... as the 09 likely will to boot. :biggrin:

Wow, excellent news. I don't even have my 2008LE in-hand yet, but now I'm anticipating the possibilities of the 2009! Guys, if you're thinking you missed out on the 2008, don't let the 2009 get away...I know I won't! :w00t:

[mankini]

Due to this outclassing my wildest expectation, and being the finest shaving brush that's ever touched my face (hands down) - Nick, John (he doesn't know he's on the hook yet) and I are going to start in on another B&B custom by Kent for 2009, different handle, but the same *knock your socks off* custom hair/knot.

Naturally - it'll likely take as long (or longer) than this one had, but once you fellas get your hands on these, I know you're going to want more... a lot more.

Note: This existing brush/design is a true "limited edition" in that it's a one shot deal. The 2009 version will look substantially different, which will make both brushes special, and completely unique. I am 100% certain this 08 will become an immediate collectors item.... as the 09 likely will to boot. :biggrin:

I feel spoiled :blushing:

[Doc4]

Due to this outclassing my wildest expectation, and being the finest shaving brush that's ever touched my face (hands down) - Nick, John (he doesn't know he's on the hook yet) and I are going to start in on another B&B custom by Kent for 2009, different handle, but the same *knock your socks off* custom hair/knot.

Naturally - it'll likely take as long (or longer) than this one had, but once you fellas get your hands on these, I know you're going to want more... a lot more.

Note: This existing brush/design is a true "limited edition" in that it's a one shot deal. The 2009 version will look substantially different, which will make both brushes special, and completely unique. I am 100% certain this 08 will become an immediate collectors item.... as the 09 likely will to boot. :biggrin:

... yeah, but does he like them?? :001_rolle

[OneRand]

This is very kind of the three of you to go through the process again just for us.

Hugs and kisses aplenty!

[laconic1]

Due to this outclassing my wildest expectation, and being the finest shaving brush that's ever touched my face (hands down) - Nick, John (he doesn't know he's on the hook yet) and I are going to start in on another B&B custom by Kent for 2009, different handle, but the same *knock your socks off* custom hair/knot.

Naturally - it'll likely take as long (or longer) than this one had, but once you fellas get your hands on these, I know you're going to want more... a lot more.

Note: This existing brush/design is a true "limited edition" in that it's a one shot deal. The 2009 version will look substantially different, which will make both brushes special, and completely unique. I am 100% certain this 08 will become an immediate collectors item.... as the 09 likely will to boot. :biggrin:

And to think, I used to think I was actually immune to SBAD. Now I gotta save up for an '09 as well :w00t:

[TstebinsB]

The B&B Bosses do not play around. That is one serious brush. Wow! These quality ventures make me proud to be a B&B member. It can't be said enough: thank you for all the hard work and persistence. It is very much appreciated. :thumbup1:

[razercat]

I paid $4.00 a moment ago. That is one very sweet brush. Also Thanks to Nick, Joel and everyone involved in this project as well as the makers Kent. The wate is for sure worth it.

Eddie

[prewt]

$ sent and once again, Thank You to everyone that had a hand in this awesome project.

[Texican]

Paypal sent! Wow!

[Sabledog]

And to think, I used to think I was actually immune to SBAD. Now I gotta save up for an '09 as well :w00t:

Me too, but now I can see a brush collection taking shape!
B&B Essential
B&B LE '08
B&B LE '09
...

It is very fortunate for us that you'd be willing to go through this again! :w00t:

[whitebar]

My big regret is that I didn't follow my gut instinct and order two of these. I came so close to pulling the trigger on another one... but in the end, one is all I ordered.

[Anocer]

Due to this outclassing my wildest expectation, and being the finest shaving brush that's ever touched my face (hands down) - Nick, John (he doesn't know he's on the hook yet) and I are going to start in on another B&B custom by Kent for 2009, different handle, but the same *knock your socks off* custom hair/knot.

Naturally - it'll likely take as long (or longer) than this one had, but once you fellas get your hands on these, I know you're going to want more... a lot more.

Note: This existing brush/design is a true "limited edition" in that it's a one shot deal. The 2009 version will look substantially different, which will make both brushes special, and completely unique. I am 100% certain this 08 will become an immediate collectors item.... as the 09 likely will to boot. :biggrin:

Where do i sign up? :w00t::w00t::w00t::w00t:

[_JP_]

Real nice looking brush.

[deck360degree]

Payment sent. Thanks again for all of the work you put into this project. It is much appreciated!

[puffmtd]

Gorgeous brush....can't wait.....thank ya'll....paypal sent!

[johnniegold]

Note: This existing brush/design is a true "limited edition" in that it's a one shot deal. The 2009 version will look substantially different, which will make both brushes special, and completely unique. I am 100% certain this 08 will become an immediate collectors item.... as the 09 likely will to boot. :biggrin:

Mrs. Gold has just been informed, by me, that she has obtained my Christmas present for the '08... and '09 season. She is thankful. :whistling:

[norman931]

What a brush! :smile: Kent is to be congratulated on producing this work of art! Thanks to B&B for going through the hassle. Paypal is on the way!

[drbenfed]

Payment sent. Thanks to all for such great work.

[rudy812]

Just in time for Christmas, I do believe I have bought my last brush!!! Wow:biggrin:Was getting a little worried, I bought two extras for my two friends. Now I can tell them that they have landed. Thanks B&B

Just read a post that there is an 09 LE Kent in the works; OK maybe that will be my last brush. Cheers

[BroJohn]

Presentation of the brush is simply lovely. Well Done!

I just paypal'ed the $4 import fee. Looking forward to getting the brush. It looks like Kent did a splendid job. :w00t:

-- John Gehman

[rAZor]

Payment sent. I'll be camped by my mailbox starting tomorrow.

[Steel]

The brush looks excellent! $4 sent. Tremendous thanks for the hard work...and, oh yeah, hi everyone! :biggrin:

Steel

[razercat]

I do like the way the handle is a little off white compaired to the Simpson.

Eddie

[JonnyAngel]

Paid....Ohhh I cant wait!

[hedliniv]

Paid. I am so excited! Thank you Joel, Nick and the rest of the B&B crew!
I know what I will be looking forward to in the mail and it won't be Christmas cards!!!

[iron maiden]

My 4.00 Paypal sent.

[iLuddite]

Absolutely incredible. I wish I could have gotten in on this purchase this year. Cheers to those who will be opening this under their Christmas tree!

[VR6ofpain]

For some reason reading over all these responses is really making me look forward to my shave in the morning. We are all truely sick in the head!!!

Can't wait for the 2009...but it will be easier with the 2008 in hand!!

[drandall]

beautiful pics. i'm totally sprung....

$4 sent. thanks to joel and everyone for such hard work.
:thumbup:

[Oxi]

I ordered this brush only because I needed a new and better one. This one just fit my wishes.. Better in quality then most other brushes and very affordable.

It felt like it took forever but one can only admire the craftmanship and effort that went into this brush. Not just the production, but everything around it that makes this a masterpiece.

joel & Nick: You guys did great.

[Ironman06]

Paypal Sent!

It's here... Oh! Happy DAY!!!

[michael m]

Paypal sent ....can't wait . And thanks for all the hard work .:biggrin:

[sklegg]

Due to this outclassing my wildest expectation, and being the finest shaving brush that's ever touched my face (hands down) - Nick, John (he doesn't know he's on the hook yet) and I are going to start in on another B&B custom by Kent for 2009, different handle, but the same *knock your socks off* custom hair/knot.


Thank you, Joel!!! :w00t: I look forward to that brush.

[letterk]

Due to this outclassing my wildest expectation, and being the finest shaving brush that's ever touched my face (hands down) - Nick, John (he doesn't know he's on the hook yet) and I are going to start in on another B&B custom by Kent for 2009, different handle, but the same *knock your socks off* custom hair/knot.

Naturally - it'll likely take as long (or longer) than this one had, but once you fellas get your hands on these, I know you're going to want more... a lot more.

Note: This existing brush/design is a true "limited edition" in that it's a one shot deal. The 2009 version will look substantially different, which will make both brushes special, and completely unique. I am 100% certain this 08 will become an immediate collectors item.... as the 09 likely will to boot. :biggrin:

Ah, you knew I wouldn't be able to say no to another B&B brush project! :lol:

[Ramaniac]

Yeah!!! The pumpkin is gone! Nice brush too. One day I hope to get a nice brush like that.

Pumpkin not gone. I just did not scroll down far enough.

[joepalma]

The money is in the mail! Looking forward to receiving the brush.

[iron maiden]

I'm also in for the 2009 version.:wink:

[Nick]

*These instructions are for people who pre-ordered a 2008 B&B LE. If you weren't able to pre-order, stay tuned, the 2009 B&B LE is in the works.*

Order Completion Instructions


OK guys, the process is pretty straightforward. The brush can be found here:

http://badgerandblade.com/shop/product.php?productid=16137

Remember those gift certificates you've been sitting on patiently for months? Simply add the number of brushes you pre-ordered to the cart, and complete the checkout process using the gift certificate as your payment. A couple things to note:

1. Make sure your shipping address is correct. Once submitted, there's no guarantee we'll be able to fix it in time if you have an "oh crap" moment immediately after hitting submit.

2. The comment section in the checkout process is fairly worthless if you fill it out, we might not see any special notes or requests. Please no special requests. :smile:

3. Domestic shipping will likely be FedEx Ground/Home Delivery, but your order may ship USPS (unlikely, just a heads up, some of y'all are out in the middle of nowhere and FedEx can get pricey). Tracking numbers are not available. Ground shipping takes 5-7 business days typically. It'll likely be quicker the closer you are to the SF Bay Area. Due to how many of these bad boys need to go out, your order may not ship the day you redeem your gift certificate, so if it takes more than a week from the time you placed your order, don't worry, it's likely on its way.

International Orders:

Please PM me with the following information:

Your name (and the name that's on the gift certificate if different)
Your paypal email address
The email address associated with the gift certificate.
What country your brush is being shipped to.

I'll PM you back with how much to paypal us for shipping, and once your payment is received, you'll be sent an additional gift certificate to cover the difference.

Thanks for your patience gentlemen, I have a feeling you'll find it was worth the wait.:wink:

-Nick

[laconic1]

Done! Thanks again for all the efforts to bring us such a fantastic product!

[WestSideGuy]

Many thanks to Joel and Nick for taking care of all of this for us.

I have redeemed my gift certificate. What a great way to kick off the weekend.

Yipee. :smile:

[greenerock]

Just did my gift certificate. Whooohoooooo:biggrin:

[whitebar]

I've just completed the process. Now for the final wait for it to arrive. :w00t::w00t::w00t:

[iron maiden]

That was simple enough. Now the real fun begins in deciding which soap and straight razor will get to christen my new brush.

[BroJohn]

OK, it should be on the way!! ! . . .

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=24175&d=1215205223


-- John Gehman

[GG1]

Paypal sent, order sent.

Thanks a lot guys, I know it's been a pain for all involved and I appreciate it.

But you're doing it again, wow.

I don't get the AD bug much so I'm hoping this will be the brush for life for me. Unles I give method shaving a try I might get one of Charles brushes for it.

Thanks again fellas

[GG1]

I know there is a lot of sweat that went into this brush.

Remember to clean your brushes well men. :lol:

[lamaman3]

Woohooo.

Just completed the order - now I'll just wait for this baby to come in the mail.

[cowboy5192]

Is anyone else have problems checking out? I am trying to use my B&B username and password for Authentication but keeping receiving an invalid notice. Do I need to establish a new username and password to checkout? I have not purchased any item previously directly from B&B. My Gift Certificate email indicates that I am a registered user.



ANSWER FROM NICK

The database for the shopping cart is separate from the forum database, so if you don't have a login for the shopping cart, you'll have to create a new one.

Let me know if you have any further issues.

Thanks,

-Nick

[whiskerlips]

When I was trying to check out I was getting an invalid notice. Ends up I was putting that certifcate in as a coupon code.

[greenerock]

Just click on the "forgot password" thingy and they should email your username and password.

[Nick]

Is anyone else have problems checking out? I am trying to use my B&B username and password for Authentication but keeping receiving an invalid notice. Do I need to establish a new username and password to checkout? I have not purchased any item previously directly from B&B. My Gift Certificate email indicates that I am a registered user.



ANSWER FROM NICK

The database for the shopping cart is separate from the forum database, so if you don't have a login for the shopping cart, you'll have to create a new one.

Let me know if you have any further issues.

Thanks,

-Nick
I couldn't have said it better myself! :tongue_sm

[DaveAri]

Order completed. Thanks again guys.

Any hints on how to prepare the brush for its first use?

Also what is everyone going to use as their first cream/soap for the new brush? I can't make up my mind.

My Soap choices:

MWF
AOS Lav
L'occitaine
Tabac
Speick
C&E Sandalwood
C&E Siena



Creams

AOS Lav
T&H 1805
Proraso
GT Coconut
TOBS St. James
TOBS Avacodo
C&E Sandalwood
C&E Siena
C&E Sweet Almond Oil
C&E Nomad
Speik


Happy Holidays!!!
Dave

[Rorschuck]

Do note that I'm pretty sure everyone had to create a new account for use with the store, so if you bought a cert, you should already have an account. There's a feature that will let you have the password emailed to the account you registered with.

[jazzman]

Thanks again, Nick and Joel. The whole gift certificate/redemption process made me a little nervous, as a non-tech type of an old(er) guy, but it ended up being a breeze, even for me. (At least I think so; hope it doesn't end up in Antarctica.)

After months of thinking about it, my first use will have to be with a soap because this will be my first un-floppy brush. Probably C&E Sienna.

[whitebar]

Also what is everyone going to use as their first cream/soap for the new brush? I can't make up my mind.

Happy Holidays!!!
Dave

I'm deciding between Penhaligon's Blenheim Bouquet or English Fern soaps. It's a tough decision.

[ravkesef]

Gift Certificate # entered at store,
$4 sent to paypal
Standing at sink, hot water running, waiting for brush.:smile:

[joel]

Update: I've been using this sucker for 3 days now - and it's only gotten better. Have VERY high - near unreasonable expectations for this bad mamma jamma... it'll exceed them nonetheless.

I won't go into grave detail - as I'm sure that's all everyone will be talking about for months, but to sum it up, it is the softest brush i've ever felt on my face, with absolutely zero flop. It's akin to a silk massage on your face - and due to the density of the knot, and the soft/splaying tips, it generates lather with reckless abandon.

[razercat]

Thank's for the update.

Eddie

[whitebar]

I can hardly wait! :clap:

[Laz]

Thanks so much Joel & Nick.

Wow is all I can say everytime I look at the pics of that brush. I can't wait to give it a new home.

[Reddobie]

$4.00 sent by paypal.

[norman931]

Update: I've been using this sucker for 3 days now - and it's only gotten better. Have VERY high - near unreasonable expectations for this bad mamma jamma... it'll exceed them nonetheless.

I won't go into grave detail - as I'm sure that's all everyone will be talking about for months, but to sum it up, it is the softest brush i've ever felt on my face, with absolutely zero flop. It's akin to a silk massage on your face - and due to the density of the knot, and the soft/splaying tips, it generates lather with reckless abandon.

Post-bloom pics? :smile:

[whiskerlips]

I'm deciding between Penhaligon's Blenheim Bouquet or English Fern soaps. It's a tough decision.

I can send you my address so you can send the Blenhiem Bouquet to me and make your decision easier. :001_smile

[Stecacio]

sweet. so very very sweet. many thanks to all who put time into this project!

[ex-bugonaut]

After a bit of stumbling & bumbling (I'm another member of the vacuum-tube generation), the $4 importer fee and gift certificate sent. Thanks to Joel and everyone for such hard work.

What a truly sovereign-looking overrall presentation!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Colphax]

Update: I've been using this sucker for 3 days now - and it's only gotten better. Have VERY high - near unreasonable expectations for this bad mamma jamma... it'll exceed them nonetheless.

I won't go into grave detail - as I'm sure that's all everyone will be talking about for months, but to sum it up, it is the softest brush i've ever felt on my face, with absolutely zero flop. It's akin to a silk massage on your face - and due to the density of the knot, and the soft/splaying tips, it generates lather with reckless abandon.

You, sir, are the Brush Pim...err, Marketing Specialist!:tongue_sm

I'll go back to putting my ear to my door now, listening for a FedEx truck to pull up...

[VR6ofpain]

I didn't create an account, just logged in as a guest and made payment. It was a snap.

Thanks guys. Hope to see it soon!

[shavindave]

Haven't been online in a couple of days. What a nice surprise. $4 import fee and gift certificate submitted. Thanks guys for a job well done.

[PottyDoctor]

Update: I've been using this sucker for 3 days now - and it's only gotten better. Have VERY high - near unreasonable expectations for this bad mamma jamma... it'll exceed them nonetheless.

I won't go into grave detail - as I'm sure that's all everyone will be talking about for months, but to sum it up, it is the softest brush i've ever felt on my face, with absolutely zero flop. It's akin to a silk massage on your face - and due to the density of the knot, and the soft/splaying tips, it generates lather with reckless abandon.

Woo-Hoo! That's just toooooo sweet! Thanks to everyone at B&B for all your hard work on this one-of-a-kind Classic! :wink:

[joel]

FYI - everyone who had ordered their brushes and done the checkout up until about 4PM PST today will have their brushes shipped first thing tomorrow morning. :smile:

[Jim]

:a5::a50::sorcerer::kyle1::letterk1::ouch1::a22::a 5::a21::a29::a39::a48::a28::jump::badger::thumbsup ::eek6:


Wooo HOOOO!

[dloyd9999]

Sent in my deets to Nick, but awaiting final prices... Much anticipation

[Rorschuck]

FYI - everyone who had ordered their brushes and done the checkout up until about 4PM PST today will have their brushes shipped first thing tomorrow morning. :smile:

:eek::001_smile:w00t:

[GarageBoy]

How does the experience of this one compare to the 2006 LE? And WOW that packaging is amazing, along with that brush

[Rorschuck]

How does the experience of this one compare to the 2006 LE? And WOW that packaging is amazing, along with that brush

It makes the 90s look like the 80s. No wait, it makes the 60s look like the 70s would have looked had all the coke from the 80s not permanently skewed our view from the 00s.

Er; what was the question?

[ravkesef]

FYI - everyone who had ordered their brushes and done the checkout up until about 4PM PST today will have their brushes shipped first thing tomorrow morning. :smile:

Wow! after all that waiting, things are happening mighty quickly here. A few days ago, I clicked on the link Joel provided, entered my gift certificate number, paid the $4 fee, and within a few hours got back an e-mail from B&B saying that the order had been accepted, etc.
Now the wait sets in. Oh where, oh where is my FedEx truck?????
Thanks for all your hard work in bringing this about. You guys are terrific in all the hard work you for us.

[vsp]

$4 payment sent and gift cert exercised

[mdunn]

curse this different non-conus hemisphere I live in!!

[gister]

curse this different non-conus hemisphere I live in!!
+1
Don't even know how much more I must pay to cover shipping.

[mdunn]

+1
Don't even know how much more I must pay to cover shipping.

haha. neither. but that doesnt matter! its coming soon :w00t:

[Rufus]

haha. neither. but that doesnt matter! its coming soon :w00t:

Have you had a response to your message sending the info they wanted from non-ConUS buyers? I sent Nick a PM three days ago and have heard nothing; in fact he hasn' picked up my message yet.

[mdunn]

Have you had a response to your message sending the info they wanted from non-ConUS buyers? I sent Nick a PM three days ago and have heard nothing; in fact he hasn' picked up my message yet.

no - but remember they have to work out how much shipping is to all our individual countries which is bound to take a bit of time and work, so im not worried.

the only problem is im going away for a month, and wont have much internet, so i wont really be able to respond to any pm's i get. and even worse, it means ill get my brush reeeallly late!

[dloyd9999]

Whew... I was afraid it was me - glad you have not heard back yet either, I will relax now.

I am only 70 Km from the US border, but we are just as far as Finland or Sydney according to the USPS. :biggrin:

[hedliniv]

I just received mine about 30 minutes ago!!!!

It's pretty!!:biggrin:

I might shave tonight just for the heck of it!

[Sabledog]

I just received mine about 30 minutes ago!!!!

It's pretty!!:biggrin:



:w00t: They're.......REAL!

Can't wait til mine makes it's cross country trek!

[whitebar]

I just received mine about 30 minutes ago!!!!

It's pretty!!:biggrin:

I might shave tonight just for the heck of it!

I keep coming back and looking at Joel's pictures while anxiously awaiting the arrival of mine. The arrival of yours means mine won't be too far off. Thanks for the update!

[Nick]

Have you had a response to your message sending the info they wanted from non-ConUS buyers? I sent Nick a PM three days ago and have heard nothing; in fact he hasn' picked up my message yet.
I've received everyone's message. Unfortunately, from boxing and packaging, I didn't have enough time on Saturday to get to international orders. If you sent me a PM, don't worry, it isn't going anywhere. Worst case, if I can't get to this after work, I'll get to it some time this weekend. If you want to get a rough ballpark on shipping, go to USPS.com, and calculate Priority shipping from the US to your country for a box that's 9 or 10 ounces (with $150 insurance), then tack on another 3 percent or so and 30ish cents for Paypal and that'll give you a good idea.

I just received mine about 30 minutes ago!!!!

It's pretty!!:biggrin:

I might shave tonight just for the heck of it!
I knew when I printed your label that you'd be getting it in no time. It was almost tempting to hold yours (and the other bay area guys) back a day just to give everyone else a fighting chance. :wink:

[gister]

Nick
Thanks for update. That will be my first brush in year 2009, what a way to start a new year. :001_smile

[boboakalfb]

I knew when I printed your label that you'd be getting it in no time. It was almost tempting to hold yours (and the other bay area guys) back a day just to give everyone else a fighting chance. :wink:

Not even funny, Nick. :cursing:

[Rufus]

I've received everyone's message. Unfortunately, from boxing and packaging, I didn't have enough time on Saturday to get to international orders. If you sent me a PM, don't worry, it isn't going anywhere. Worst case, if I can't get to this after work, I'll get to it some time this weekend. If you want to get a rough ballpark on shipping, go to USPS.com, and calculate Priority shipping from the US to your country for a box that's 9 or 10 ounces (with $150 insurance), then tack on another 3 percent or so and 30ish cents for Paypal and that'll give you a good idea.:


Many thanks for bringing us up to date Nick. I, for one, get very antsy when I communicating through cyberspace, as I'm not always sure my messages have been received. The brush looks positively fantastic; I think it will exceed all my expectations.

[sergio]

i would like to be considered for the 2009. thank you so much.

[letterk]

Got mine! Having two of the prototypes, I can deffinetly say these surpassed them and then some. Outstanding brush! My hat is off to Kent for really stepping up to the plate and delivering a winner.

[scoopster]

Got mine! Having two of the prototypes, I can definitely say these surpassed them and then some. Outstanding brush! My hat is off to Kent for really stepping up to the plate and delivering a winner.

Coming from brushmeisters like yourself and Joel that is excellent news. I am getting very excited for this brush.

[letterk]

Coming from brushmeisters like yourself and Joel that is excellent news. I am getting very excited for this brush.

Darn, another quoted misspelling.

[VR6ofpain]

Got mine (delivered yesterday, but picked up today). Feels great. I have to admit it seems smaller than I had imagined, but it builds lather like a son of a bi*ch. Awesome!

[joel]

Got mine (delivered yesterday, but picked up today). Feels great. I have to admit it seems smaller than I had imagined, but it builds lather like a son of a bi*ch. Awesome!

+1 - I had not had the proto for so long, I was surprised when I saw how small they were again! They aren't large, but their incredibly mighty.

[VR6ofpain]

Ya, I am totally excited about tomorrows shave. I'll be smiling on my way to work, despite my car being covered in ice.

[sergio]

I just keep coming back to the page to see the photos, i am in love,
next time i am in for one .
Do you guys know when the 2009limited edition brushes will be up for pre-order?
Joel, you are the bomb for making this happen.

[Colphax]

Dateline: Arizona

IT'S HERE! Just in time for me to shave 3 day's worth of growth before my double shift :w00t::tongue_sm
http://i310.photobucket.com/albums/kk403/Colphax/DSCN0006.jpg

[rAZor]

Dang! I'm in Arizona too, but didn't get mine today. :confused: They are coming Fed Ex, right? Oh, well, another sleepless night! :001_smile


Dateline: Arizona

IT'S HERE! Just in time for me to shave 3 day's worth of growth before my double shift :w00t::tongue_sm
http://i310.photobucket.com/albums/kk403/Colphax/DSCN0006.jpg

[xChris]

Purchase completed with my saved gift certificate for the B&B Store, and PayPal import fee sent. Standing by to receive my new brush!

Thanks for completing yet another B&B group buy.

[RayH]

Dateline: Arizona

IT'S HERE! Just in time for me to shave 3 day's worth of growth before my double shift :w00t::tongue_sm
http://i310.photobucket.com/albums/kk403/Colphax/DSCN0006.jpg

Just got mine today via FedEx here in Phoenix. Whoa! It didn't occur to me how small the actual brush was compared to my AOS Finest. But it's a lot denser. So I showered, put Shave Secret on my face, loaded the B&B LE 2008 with Mamma Bear's Bay Rum. First thing I noticed was how easily the brush loaded the soap. Being smaller than my other brushes it fit beautifully on the soap in the container without extending beyond. Then I lathered in an OS mug and it produced a denser lather than my other brushes. Putting it to my face, I found it to softer. Being smaller and denser this brush worked better than my other brushes also. Better in every way. I'm very impressed with it. This is my new favorite and go to brush.:w00t:

[greenerock]

I'm in Texas. Maybe tomorrow or Saturday. I love smaller brushes and this one looks absolutely perfect.

[tclevela]

The good news? IT'S HERE!
The bad news? It doesn't fit my brush holder!
I went to the Kent site to see what they had to offer in brush holders. I wasn't impressed. My preference is "Danish Modern". An old school way of saying what the future was suppose to be i.e. bent metal wires see attachment.

So excluding the bent plastic sheet at Kent's, what are the available holders for our 2008 Badger and Blade brush?

[MJB]

Now I have to eagerly await tomorrow's shave. It's smaller than I thought--but seems both very luxurious and precise--perfect. I look forward to my shave.

Marc

[iron maiden]

Got mine yesterday. What a beautiful brush....thank you guys for your effort on this one....it was well worth the wait and the money.

[Laz]

Mine is a sight to behold - can't wait to give it a try

[Ironman06]

Brush arrived in Northern Michigan!!! Cannot WAIT for Christmas morning... (yes, Mrs Ironman insisted on presenting it with a bow under the tree). Well, there's alot to be said for delayed gratification right?

:eek: 5 DAYS!!! That's like FOREVER!!!

:c17:

[DMac]

Mine is sitting waiting for me at my parents' house....I'll get to see it later today! whoo hoo!

[Sabledog]

(yes, Mrs Ironman insisted on presenting it with a bow under the tree). Well, there's alot to be said for delayed gratification right?

:eek: 5 DAYS!!! That's like FOREVER!!!

:c17:

That's just cruel and unusual punishment knowing it RIGHT there! :eek:

I got mine today and pretty much immediately started soaking it. It whipped up MWF like a little wonder. This thing is soft and smooth and all around wonderful! :w00t:

[VR6ofpain]

hoa! It didn't occur to me how small the actual brush was compared to my AOS Finest.
Yes it is a Mighty Mite or something. Very small and very awesome!

[johnniegold]

I just received my B&B LE '08 and gave it a run over a cake of Penhaligon's Blenheim Bouquet and it is quite a remarkable brush.

The brush is truly outstanding. Thanks for all the hard work that went into making this happen.

[whitebar]

My brush made it to the Oldest Town in Texas today!

It is everything I hoped it would be and more. The bristles are just so soft and the workmanship is first rate. Thanks Nick, Joel and the rest of the gang for making this happen. I'm now awaiting more word on the 2009 version as I'll be adding one of those to my collection as well.

[laconic1]

Gosh I know they say patience is a virtue, and good things come to those who wait, but it is so hard to be patient seeing everyone else's brush arrive and mine still has not arrived in Denver yet. I'll keep waiting patiently though, I've got a fresh cake of The Gentleman's Quarter Sandalwood, or Oak & Moss, I haven't decided which yet, to break it in when it gets here.

[Anocer]

Hooray! Mine just arrived here in Iowa!

Could someone please be so kind as to instruct me on the proper preparation of this fine piece of art?

That is to say, what should one do with a brand new brush in order to properly break it in?

And again, thank you to all those who made this possible!

[SurfFisherman]

My B&B 2008 LE has completed it's long journey across the country and arrived safely in NYC... Woo-Hoo!

It is truly a beautiful little brush. Not many have mentioned the handle and I want to point out how great it feels in my hand. You can immediately tell that this is a brush of the highest production quality. With its short loft, dense knot, and soft tips, I believe it will prove to be perfect for face lathering the triple milled soaps I love so much.

I'm confident that all of you who were fortunate enough to order a B&B 2008 LE will be very happy!

Thank you Joel, Nick, Kent and B&B! :biggrin:

[slaneyg]

Mine came today, thanks very much Nick and Joel!

[whiskerlips]

Just received. My coworker who likes to make fun of me for ordering this brush was looking at it and said "I have to admit, I don't know anything about these brushes but you can tell this is quality. That looks really nice"

[DaveAri]

Just received. My coworker who likes to make fun of me for ordering this brush was looking at it and said "I have to admit, I don't know anything about these brushes but you can tell this is quality. That looks really nice"



My co-workers always kid me about my shaving supplies. It seems like every other day a box is dropped off in my office.

Today a box contained my B&B LE 08. It has landed in lower Manhattan. To all those that make this happen, thank you. As others have said it's not a large brush, but I didn't see anyone write how heavy it is for it's size. It looks and just feels right in the hand. This is my first luxury brush and can't be happier. I will be up all night thinking about tomorrow's shave set up. Oh what to do.

Sign me up for the B&E LE 2009, show me the dotting line and I will sign away.

I leave you with my most sincere and heartfelt wishes for a Happy, Healthy Holiday Season for you and your families…..and that it is followed by an equally happy, healthy and prosperous New Year!

:a17: A toast to all!!!
Dave

[svardineni]

The good news? IT'S HERE!
The bad news? It doesn't fit my brush holder!
I went to the Kent site to see what they had to offer in brush holders. I wasn't impressed. My preference is "Danish Modern". An old school way of saying what the future was suppose to be i.e. bent metal wires see attachment.

So excluding the bent plastic sheet at Kent's, what are the available holders for our 2008 Badger and Blade brush?

I had the same question: can anyone recommend a holder for this brush?

[DaveAri]

Order completed. Thanks again guys.

Any hints on how to prepare the brush for its first use?

Also what is everyone going to use as their first cream/soap for the new brush? I can't make up my mind.

My Soap choices:

MWF
AOS Lav
L'occitaine
Tabac
Speick
C&E Sandalwood
C&E Siena



Creams

AOS Lav
T&H 1805
Proraso
GT Coconut
TOBS St. James
TOBS Avacodo
C&E Sandalwood
C&E Siena
C&E Sweet Almond Oil
C&E Nomad
Speik


Happy Holidays!!!
Dave


After opening the Fedex box late yesterday in the office and unwrapping this jewel of a brush all I could think about was the morning shave and what was going to be my medium of choice. After much deliberation I decided to go with the Art of Shaving Lavender Soap. This was a sentimental choice because after adding so many other soaps and creams to my rotation, AOS Lavender was my first soap I bought a few years ago when I was still using M3.

All I can say is wow, the brush loaded soap very easily and smoothly. When I applied the soap to my beard it felt great and this is the odd part, the cream looked whiter and fluffier than I ever saw before.

Fellow B&B'ers who ordered this brush you will be thrilled. It's a great product and it will be used and used for many years to come. It will get some rest only after the the B&B LE 2009 is added to the collection.

Thanks again to all those who made this possible.

Dave

[Evbo]

I had the same question: can anyone recommend a holder for this brush?

Ditto that. My cheap, $5 AoS holder is pinching the bristles a bit at the neck. Any alternate suggestions would be welcomed. I want to maintain this work of art properly!

[sklegg]

Maybe give this stand (http://www.excaliburcutlery.com/brushes.php?m=product_detail&p=125) a try? It should fit any brush.

https://www.excaliburcutlery.com/secure/images/products/2737.jpg

[VR6ofpain]

I've lost a hair with mine the last two days. Anyone else? I am sure it should be expected of any brush.

[rikrdo]

Hooray! Mine just arrived here in Iowa!

Could someone please be so kind as to instruct me on the proper preparation of this fine piece of art?

That is to say, what should one do with a brand new brush in order to properly break it in?

And again, thank you to all those who made this possible!


Many folks will tell you: just use it.....thatll do just fine.

Some like to give it a wash in shampoo, a dish soap (Dawn works well) or a borax dip.

If there is a "new" aroma that accompanied the brush then maybe one of these methods would be helpful; if not: load her up with your favorite stuff and whip up some lather !!

[DaveAri]

If there is a "new" aroma that accompanied the brush !

My had no animal aroma at all. I just jumped in and it worked great.

[whiskerlips]

Mine just smelled just like the case, which reminds of a new shoebox. No badger funk at all.

[joel]

I've lost a hair with mine the last two days. Anyone else? I am sure it should be expected of any brush.

http://www.drpeterjones.com/images/hugh_manatee.jpg

[yomuppet]

I can admit when I missed the boat -- Joel, John, these look great.

Congrats on a job well done.

Regards.

J

[jeffb]

I've lost a hair with mine the last two days. Anyone else? I am sure it should be expected of any brush.

I haven't lost one yet (knock on wood) and I've worked it out vigorously on English Fern and Tabac soaps.


Mine has a slight new brush funk, nothing bad. I have noticed brown colored lather when I squeeze it out of the brush when I'm done shaving.

This has quickly become my go to brush, the handle is great!

[greenerock]

I saved mine for Christmas morning. It is a fantastic brush! Perfect size and handle and the brush felt great on my face. It's by far my best brush. I'm not sure how the '09 LE brush could outdo this one but I'm sure they'll try.:lol: Thank you so much to all of you who made this possible.

[michael m]

Does anyone know what number the brush is up to ?

[jazzman]

I was surprised to find absolutely no smell to this beauty when I got it. Now that I've been using it for over a week, it seems to be getting better at making lather with soap and releasing that lather to the whiskers. Truly a fantastic specimen.

[LeGaulois]

No news for international shipping ?

[rudy812]

No news for international shipping ?


I am also waiting. I am also still waiting for my American order to come through? Snow storm, Christmas holiday, Christmas rush and confusion has delayed that parcel for an extra 5 days. I expect it to arrive within a few days. Be patience we are almost there; I suspect that the international order process won't start till the first week of Januarary of 2009. Everyone is busy with family and friends at this important time of year.

Best regards
rudy812

[laconic1]

I'm still waiting on my CONUS order too. I know waiting and being patient is difficult, especially reading other peoples replies who have theirs now and how spectacular it is, but after waiting six months whats another week or two?

[rudy812]

I'm still waiting on my CONUS order too. I know waiting and being patient is difficult, especially reading other peoples replies who have theirs now and how spectacular it is, but after waiting six months whats another week or two?

My thoughts exactly, however I have been dying to shelve and replace my 26mm knot Vulfix 2236 for six months as my one and only daily brush. My biggest and only real reason to replace this brush, and it is my mistake, it’s that the brush is too big. A medium size knot, all rounder is what is best for me. My previous brush was a small knot beginner brush that is now worn out after 30 years of daily service, had it since I was sixteen; Still use it, only as a comparison. I will write about that one day. Right now, I read the hype and pretend that these are :out: lunatic members that are too excited, too blinded and are over exaggerating with no real facts supporting there super high end, beautifully hand made, gorgeous Kent shaving brush. I feel like a real excited kid :out:waiting for my toy to be delivered. :badger:
rudy812

[Dan Forest]

My tracking info for my brush stated that it was to be delivered on 12-30-08, but I got it on the evening of 12-27-08. I was in the middle of cooking the coconut cream pudding for the coconut cream pie when my front door bell rang. I turned off the flame and went to the door to find a box a few feet away from my door. I found a "little one" inside that was crying out to be fed. I thought it might want some of my coconut cream pie but my Manly Instincts said it wanted my soap instead. I would have shaved right then, but I decided that the "little one" would be the dessert after the dessert.

My first brush was/is a 3122 Savile Row and it has been a great brush. I knew after the first use of it though, that I would have liked a brush with a 20 mm knot and one that had a shorter loft. When this LE 2008 became available, I knew that one was gonna-be-mine.

As many have mentioned, the LE 2008 does look small but it is also just right. My fingers fit on this handle as if the handle was custom made for me. I have big hands and this handle is smaller than the 3122, but it just feels so much better than my 3122. I really like the extra length of the handle as well.

This "little one" did eat up my soap really easily and made lots of lather. The brush felt fantastic lathering up my face. The density of this brush compared to my 3122 is amazing. In all ways, I like this brush. There was an animal stink that I smelled while I was using the brush, but that went away after I took a shower. (It's hard work making a coconut cream pie with a graham cracker crust.)

[laconic1]

My tracking info for my brush stated that it was to be delivered on 12-30-08, but I got it on the evening of 12-27-08.

Just curious how did you get tracking info? All I got was an email stating that my order #307 has been completed. That was on 12-13-08, and to be honest I'm really starting to worry that FedEx lost my brush. I wish I had track info so I can find out where it is.

[mankini]

Just curious how did you get tracking info? All I got was an email stating that my order #307 has been completed. That was on 12-13-08, and to be honest I'm really starting to worry that FedEx lost my brush. I wish I had track info so I can find out where it is.

Do not panic, your next email should contain a tracking number (mine did).

These guys are doing great considering the trouble this group buy has created and the holiday season on top of it.

I am located on the east coast and am expecting my brush any day. :mellow:

[Dan Forest]

Just curious how did you get tracking info? All I got was an email stating that my order #307 has been completed. That was on 12-13-08, and to be honest I'm really starting to worry that FedEx lost my brush. I wish I had track info so I can find out where it is.

What I can tell you is that I got an email on 12-20-08, that stated that my order was completed, and on 12-22-08, I got an email that gave me the tracking information. I then received the brush on 12-27-08. Nick's name was on the tracking information as the giver of the info to FedEx. Wish I could be of more assistance with regard to your brush.

[Colphax]

Hmm, to my knowledge, tracking information was stated as not being available for the 2008LE in the first post announcing the 2008LE's availability. However, there were a small amount of Series 2 B&B Essentials that got tracking info thanks to Nick trying a new way to enter the shipping info with FedEx.

I didn't get any tracking info for my 2008LE, but I did get tracking info for my B&B Essential. For the Essential, I got my "order completed" e-mail on 12-20-08, and my tracking info email on 12-22-08, just like Dan did. Since there's still like 59 2008LEs in the store, I suppose it's possible that the new shipping entry method could be used on the 2008LEs from the 20th on. So I guess the question is, which brush did you get, Dan?
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Essential on the left, 2008 LE on the right

[Dan Forest]

I got the Limited Edition 2008.
Dan

[greenerock]

I got the Limited Edition 2008.
Dan

You're going to LOVE it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[rudy812]

I think I am being punished by the :angel: "Shaving Gods" :angel: by pretending that B&B members are all hype up, over exaggerating and are blinded by the purchase of there gorgeous, beautifully handmade, top of the line silver tip Kent shaving brush. I only said that and keep saying that to myself so I can experience and be amazed, like I knew nothing about it, with the quality and anticipation of this obviously fine brush.

I have allowed my beard to grow :taz: and bought many extra high end soaps and creams, which I really don't need; But I bought them because I wanted my soaps and creams to be a worthy, deserved match for this brush and to satisfied and experience my deserving and enjoyment needs; everyone deserved that. I am dying, I have waited too long and I need to get on with my life. Now please :angel: "Shaving God" :angel:, its been six months before we got the word and according to FedEx internet tracking site, its been eight days so far in its final travels :eek:. In its last and final designation, the cargo plane has departed four days ago; however FedEx reports on its internet tracking sit, that the cargo plane has not landed. Will :angel: "you" :angel: allow the plane to safely land, so I can get to finally enjoy, experience and satisfied my daily needs from this highly praised, gorgeous, beautifully handmade, top of the line silver tip Kent shaving brush. :out: Wait, hold on, :yikes: yep I am back in reality.

[dcormier]

I think I am being punished by the :angel: "Shaving Gods" :angel: by pretending that B&B members are all hype up, over exaggerating and are blinded by the purchase of there gorgeous, beautifully handmade, top of the line silver tip Kent shaving brush. I only said that and keep saying that to myself so I can experience and be amazed, like I knew nothing about it, with the quality and anticipation of this obviously fine brush.

I have allowed my beard to grow :taz: and bought many extra high end soaps and creams, which I really don't need; But I bought them because I wanted my soaps and creams to be a worthy, deserved match for this brush and to satisfied and experience my deserving and enjoyment needs; everyone deserved that. I am dying, I have waited too long and I need to get on with my life. Now please :angel: "Shaving God" :angel:, its been six months before we got the word and according to FedEx internet tracking site, its been eight days so far in its final travels :eek:. In its last and final designation, the cargo plane has departed four days ago; however FedEx reports on its internet tracking sit, that the cargo plane has not landed. Will :angel: "you" :angel: allow the plane to safely land, so I can get to finally enjoy, experience and satisfied my daily needs from this highly praised, gorgeous, beautifully handmade, top of the line silver tip Kent shaving brush. :out: Wait, hold on, :yikes: yep I am back in reality.

Sounds like yours was with mine, which just landed in Orlando. Looks like I'll get it tomorrow. :biggrin:

[tclevela]

I now have both my B&B LE 2008 brush PLUS my Royal Shave Chrome Safety Razor and Brush Stand.

The stand not only holds my Merkur HD Razor and B&B LE 2008 brush in a easy to access manor. It also is a very attractive addition to my wet shaving collection.

I'm think I am off to a good running start for the year 2009!

[BillEllis]

I have at least 12 quality badger brushes. This B&B LE Kent is astounding and with just 2 shaves under its belt, I can safely say it has earned equal status with my #1 brush. That is saying a lot, ba-lee dat!

I'm a happy boy... I'm a happy boy.


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[rudy812]

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Sounds like yours was with mine, which just landed in Orlando. Looks like I'll get it tomorrow. :biggrin:

:thumbup:I am happy and glad my prayer work for you :aureola: . Mine just landed early this morning, nine days later:c3:, looks like I won't get mine :hand: till the New Year :a54:. Let us know how much you like your brush.

Happy New Year and Best Regards to all members

rudy812

[rudy812]

I don't mine spending money on a quality stands, but they are sure very expensive for what you are getting. I know I am asking is too much trouble and its probably too late, but its worth a try; On the next order, maybe B&B can get arrange a matching custom stand to match the 08 and 09 LE Brush. I am also will be very curious to see what kind of spectacular creation they will come up with the 09 LE Brush.

[rudy812]

I now have both my B&B LE 2008 brush PLUS my Royal Shave Chrome Safety Razor and Brush Stand.

The stand not only holds my Merkur HD Razor and B&B LE 2008 brush in a easy to access manor. It also is a very attractive addition to my wet shaving collection.

I'm think I am off to a good running start for the year 2009!

Take a picture with the Merkur HD Razor, B&B LE 2008 brush and the stand and post it. Looks like something that I will buy.

[joel]

Take a picture with the Merkur HD Razor, B&B LE 2008 brush and the stand and post it. Looks like something that I will buy.

Please? :rolleyes:

[laconic1]

I got my brush today!! Actually I have probably had my brush for a couple weeks and I didn't even know it! I live in a second floor apartment and today I went to take some boxes out to the storage unit next to the patio when I saw a box on the patio. It was the brush! I hadn't been out on my patio for a couple weeks, and I never would have thought to look on the patio for a package since the patio is not accessible from outside the apartment. I guess I wasn't home so the FedEx guy just chucked the package up on the patio instead of dropping it off at the office or leaving it on my front doorstep like they normally do. And he didn't leave a door tag to let me know to look on the patio. I have no idea how long it had been sitting just fifteen feet from my computer while I agonized over it's whereabouts.

At least I have it now and it looks and feels spectacular, I'm glad I skipped shaving this morning so I will be able to shave as soon as I get home from work.

EDIT: Just had my first shave with it, it is every bit as phenomenal as I hoped it would be. I have been having a bit of difficulty building lather with a new cake of TGQ Sandalwood with my C&E BBB, but the LE built a fantastic lather with such ease. It felt perfect on my face, and not a hint of new badger funk. Simply outstanding, and thanks again to everyone at B&B who brought this to us. I'm just bummed I probably missed out on two weeks worth of shaves with this from not knowing my brush was so close, yet so far away.

[Dan Forest]

I'm glad that you finally have it in hand----------- and on face.

[Colphax]

I guess I wasn't home so the FedEx guy just chucked the package up on the patio instead of dropping it off at the office or leaving it on my front doorstep like they normally do. And he didn't leave a door tag to let me know to look on the patio. I have no idea how long it had been sitting just fifteen feet from my computer while I agonized over it's whereabouts.

This is one of the biggest gripes I have with FedEx. Apparently the sender needs to specify signature required for delivery--and most senders don't do this. That's the only way a package would be dropped off at an apartment's office instead of just being dropped at the doorstep or similar. It's been a crapshoot as to whether I get a doortag or not.

UPS, on the other hand, always drops the package off at the office if I don't answer the door when they come by (I work nights, and they almost never wake me up).

[rudy812]

Well I finally got 1 of the 3, 2008 B&B LE Kent brushes. When I opened the parcel and my first impressions? The Kent presentation packaging is first rate and very pleasing and then, Oh??? The Kent brush is smaller than I expected. First reaction, I am disappointed in its' size and it reminded me so much of the size of my first beginner brush that I bought when I was 16 years old, but only with a slightly bigger knot. I wanted something bigger; But then again, I rather have a brush that is smaller then something too big. Recently, I learned the hard way that I am not a fan of big brushes. I 'am assuming it's a 20mm - 21mm knot and whatever its size, it's acceptable to me.

When I quickly got over its size, I began to look at the shape, the materials and workmanship, more like serious craftsmanship. It is absolutely stunning, its' a real work of art. It is art! No BS, it is the most appealing eye candy shaving brush that I laid my eye on; and I have seen just about everything. It has a vintage, very high class, top notch, and old world quality and craftsmanship look and feel to it.

When I first pick up this brush, there is no subtleness about it. This brush has the most perfect and positive balance and feel. My fingers naturally position itself comfortably to the curves of the handle. I can use more than one positions, thus reducing fatigue and also setting, adjusting and reflecting to whatever mood and energy that I may be in. The balance can best describe as a 45/55 balance ratio, with the fulcrum point slightly ahead to where my fingers rest, located at the ball of the handle; thus giving the brush an almost neutral, but slightly a brush end heaviness, balance and feel. I really don't like brushes that are mostly balanced and weighted at the back of the handle. This brush is designed for full feel and control, and without any fatigue. It is right at home with my large hands and I can only personally describe it as most perfect. For years I have been looking for a high end, high quality replacement brush that had a similar feel of a long wooden classic handle of my first brush. By a milestone, this Kent brush, without any intimacy, has already surpassed that comfort zone. Except for my personal desire for about a 2mm larger knot, overall, there is something so right and so perfect about this brush.

Now the first big question, is it worth $140 US? Compare to other Kent Brushes, DEFINATELY!!! From my research, I can personally say that if this brush was a Kent regular run of the mill line, it can be fetched at retailed for about up to $200, maybe $220 tops. Is it worth $300 US? Not unless it has a much bigger knot size or someone explains to me in its' finer details as to why it should cost so much. Honestly, I am not qualified or knowledgeable enough to really judge or criticize as how high the quality this Kent silvertip brush is and its’ price point. I just know what I am willing to pay and how well a shaving brush works for me.

The other most obvious big question is, how is it to shave? Don't know yet, after all what I said, I haven't tried it. My first shave and real test won't be till tomorrow morning and my ugly beard will be finally be removed. It is a Canadian Hockey tradition for a lot of players and there supporting fans, whose team are in the playoff, not to shave. It supposes to give them superstitious luck. Personally, it was my excuse not to shave, well maybe? I will write and post the initial progress and final results, after and when this fine Kent shaving brush has been finally and completely broken in, and been used by my collections of soaps and creams. Yes! Yes! So far, I am very pleased with this purchase.:biggrin:

Happy New Year and best regards

rudy812

[tclevela]

I really hate posting pictures this primitive. However based on the theory that flawed "pictures" posted today are better then proper "images" posted next week here they are.

The first two photos should show my old nickle finish brush and blade holder (3" high listed in the middle of the linked page) with and without the Badger & Blade LE 2008 Brush. Which is why I had to buy a new brush holder. http://www.emsplace.com/shaving/brush_holders.aspx

The last photo shows the LE 2008 Brush with Merkur HD in a Royal Shave Chrome Safety Razor and Brush stand I bought from Amazon (follow link) http://www.amazon.com/RoyalShave-Chrome-Safety-Razor-Brush/dp/B001B8E77M/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=hpc&qid=1231056420&sr=8-1

Hoping I get the attachment sequence right, here I go!37262

[rudy812]

Looks like a match set, I like it. I may be considering buying one; However in the last few days I have been inspired in playing with a few designs to make a custom solo stand. It's so much easrier and cheaper to buy one.

[GB5]

i luv my BBLE2008!
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[whiskerlips]

I finally just used creams for the first time since receiving this. What I'm really astounded by is how this just sucks up all the cream out of the lathering bowl, but easily distributes it back on the face. Soaps are obviously very nice with this, and I don't use creams often, but this really shines with creams as well.
Penhaligons EF soap was finally delivered to my door this morning.
I can't wait.

[tclevela]

Looks like a match set, I like it. I may be considering buying one; However in the last few days I have been inspired in playing with a few designs to make a custom solo stand. It's so much easrier and cheaper to buy one.

Go for it! I just don't have the creative skills to build something unique. So I buy off the shelf items.

If you've been inspired by the Badger & Blade LE 2008 brush then have fun with it and build your brush stand! And relax, everyone at B & B is rooting for you and your design! It's why we are who we are.

[cowboyvet]

Any left over brushes, I'm definitely interested.

[BillEllis]

Any left over brushes, I'm definitely interested.
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Sorry... I couldn't help myself.

[Austin]

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Sorry... I couldn't help myself.

Bill, you scoundrel. :biggrin:

[BillEllis]

Bill, you scoundrel. :biggrin:



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[Rufus]

FYI for all non-USA resident pre-purchasers, I received an e-mail from Nick today with instructions for completing my purchase. My order is now confirmed and if USPS, Canada Post and Canada Customs are true to form I expect to have my brush by 23 January.

[ZethLent]

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[dloyd9999]

FYI for all non-USA resident pre-purchasers, I received an e-mail from Nick today with instructions for completing my purchase. My order is now confirmed and if USPS, Canada Post and Canada Customs are true to form I expect to have my brush by 23 January.

Funny, I STILL havent heard from anyone.

D