Good inexpensive brush for soap?

bobgroger · Nov 7, 2009

On ny 3rd month of DE shaving. Trying to not change too many things at once. Currently using Col. Conk's Amber and a Tweezerman brush. This doesn't have enough backbone for a good face lather. Thinking of trying a boar brush. Suggestions? I am currently "underemployed" so price is a consideration.....

Bob G.

jsrdrnr · Nov 7, 2009

Try an omega boar you can get a decent one for only 9 bucks.

Topgumby · Nov 7, 2009

If you find the Tweezerman too soft, the Omega boar for under ten bucks is going to be the budget brush of choice.

Haven't seen any brick and mortar in the Seattle area...I'll ask on the Washington Wet Shavers group.

Luc · Nov 8, 2009

+1 on Omega, it's a great brush!

rm71 · Nov 8, 2009

I have 2 Omega boar brushes and they are great for soaps. I recommend them.

Wil Dorenbos · Nov 8, 2009

bobgroger said:
On ny 3rd month of DE shaving. Trying to not change too many things at once. Currently using Col. Conk's Amber and a Tweezerman brush. This doesn't have enough backbone for a good face lather. Thinking of trying a boar brush. Suggestions? I am currently "underemployed" so price is a consideration.....

Bob G.

Omega boar pro.

Wil Dorenbos · Nov 8, 2009

Topgumby said:
If you find the Tweezerman too soft

ALL badgers are too soft :tongue_sm

mikromicke · Nov 8, 2009

I too use an Omega Pro Boar brush and really like. I mainly use soaps and there is not problems there. I might have preferred it to be slightly shorter but it definitely works :biggrin:

mliguori · Nov 8, 2009

For inexpensive boar brushes either the Omega, HJM, or E&J ones have worked fine for me. The Omega as you can see is clearly the most popular here. I don't find them particularly ascetically pleasing though, personal preference since they all work about the same.

Left Coast DJ · Nov 8, 2009

Omega 40033

michiganlover · Nov 8, 2009

jsrdrnr said:
Try an omega boar you can get a decent one for only 9 bucks.

+1

I have the Omega #48 with the Red handle, and it is every bit as good as my Finest Badger Brush that cost 5x more. It's excellent for soaps, and creams. :biggrin:

bobgroger · Nov 8, 2009

OK, ordered a #49 Omega and a tub of Proraso from theshaveden.com. At least this is a relatively cheap hobby........Thanks for the help!

Bob G.

mikromicke · Nov 8, 2009

bobgroger said:
OK, ordered a #49 Omega and a tub of Proraso from theshaveden.com. At least this is a relatively cheap hobby........Thanks for the help!

Bob G.

In a while you might look back at that statement and wonder how you were thinking :biggrin:

It's addictive

bobgroger · Nov 9, 2009

My last hobby was Offshore Powerboat racing......Granted, with some rich guys money, but the trickle down was still expensive.....

Bob G.

bobgroger · Nov 12, 2009

4 days across the country, and lots of freebies thrown in. They seem to care about the first impression. I'm impressed!

Bob G.

MaxP · Nov 12, 2009

Any recommendations as to vendor?

I'd like to pick up a good beginner brush fro a co-worker.

Sodapopjones · Nov 12, 2009

bobgroger said:
OK, ordered a #49 Omega and a tub of Proraso from theshaveden.com. At least this is a relatively cheap hobby........Thanks for the help!

Bob G.

It starts out that way, then it turns into an addiction....

MaxP said:
Any recommendations as to vendor?

I'd like to pick up a good beginner brush fro a co-worker.

West Coast Shaving

$11.07 shipped be sure to enter your zip code for accurate shipping costs.

My Omega Pro.

luvmysuper · Nov 12, 2009

Surrey (Van Der Hagen) Shaving Brush for $7.49 at CVS

http://www.cvs.com/CVSApp/catalog/s...25&productId=231225&navAction=jump&navCount=3

memoryleak · Nov 13, 2009

bobgroger said:
At least this is a relatively cheap hobby........
Bob G.

pal · Nov 13, 2009

Try Semogue Excelsior #1305. You can purchase it from "Vintage Scent". Leon is a B&B member.

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