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SouthpawShavr
03-04-2009, 11:54 AM
Hi all,

I just got this Ever Ready vintage brush in the mail today! It was part of a package deal I got- the brush, a 1962 slim adjustable, an old mug, and an old box of shaving soap- all including shipping, $28- So, depending how you want to figure it, I paid in the $8-10 range.(?)

Anyway, it is a clear lucite base, with black upper where the knot is set. It is octagonal, with rounding near the top. The overall length is 3 3/4 in from base to tip of bristles, the handle is 1/8 shy of 2 inches, the bristles are a hair shy (pardon the pun) of 2 inches. It is about 1 1/4 thick. (yeah, I know the math isn't perfect, close enough, right?)

It says "Ever Ready" sterilized, made in u.s.a. , 250D.

The bristles seem a little stiff to be badger. The handle has a few scratches and a little spider webbing on a side or two, but is in good usable condition. It isn't a museum piece, but has lots of character, and seems very shave-worthy. I like the look of it. I was thinking about getting a similar looking Omega because I like the clear handle look. It also seems like a good travel size as well.

How do you recommend cleaning it before use? I gave it a cursory rinse with warm water and gentle soap before taking the pics. Is it safe and recommended to use the barbicide on it? Anything else I should do to it, or anything I should know?
Anything interesting you know about these you can share?

Without further ado, here are the pics! The quality of pics isn't super great- my decent camera is out on loan.

http://i639.photobucket.com/albums/uu116/SouthPawsPics/DSC00493.jpg

http://i639.photobucket.com/albums/uu116/SouthPawsPics/DSC00492.jpg

http://i639.photobucket.com/albums/uu116/SouthPawsPics/DSC00491.jpg

http://i639.photobucket.com/albums/uu116/SouthPawsPics/DSC00490.jpg

http://i639.photobucket.com/albums/uu116/SouthPawsPics/DSC00494.jpg
SouthpawShavr
03-09-2009, 06:39 PM
BTT-

Also, is this boar? Does anyone know anything about this particular brush?

Anyone? Bueller? Bueller? :biggrin:
Vinny Bobo
03-20-2009, 04:00 PM
very nice brush. With this kind, you can't drill out the old bristles because the clear lucite reveals where you drilled. You have to soak it in hot water and then torque them out by hand. then you're ready to epoxy in the new bristles for a FABULOUS new brush!!
the beav
03-25-2009, 12:15 PM
very nice brush. With this kind, you can't drill out the old bristles because the clear lucite reveals where you drilled. You have to soak it in hot water and then torque them out by hand. then you're ready to epoxy in the new bristles for a FABULOUS new brush!!


Have you ever done that and do you soak it only in water? I have a brush like this and need to rebristle it. Thanks.
Vinny Bobo
03-25-2009, 04:39 PM
I've done it twice. My very first re-bristle job was an old Fuller brush. Water only. Hot, hot water.
the beav
03-25-2009, 07:25 PM
OK thanks. I'll give it a try.
the beav
03-26-2009, 09:38 AM
Hey, I tried it this morning. Nothing moved.

Questions: How hot was that water? How long did you soak it? Did you use a vise or do it by hand?

Thanks.
ThePossum
03-26-2009, 11:59 AM
Great looking refurb Vinny Bobo. What type and make of knot did you use?

I found an old ER 300 that had a knot that was so loose it turned easily in the handle. But not being a handy guy I sent it off the The Knotty Badger, aka Rodd at The Shave Den. Rodd makes hand turned brushes and also does some refurb work on vintage handles.

Rodd does great work and does not charge an arm and a leg for his work. I got a 23 mm Silvertip knot that he got from the Golden Nib. Total cost including shipping to Rodd and then back to me, about $30. You can see it HERE (http://www.theshaveden.com/forum/vbpicgallery.php?do=view&g=1082)