FT...B&B 2006 Finest Brush (Ebony)

**Rhino** · 12-26-2007, 11:00 AM

In light of passing my C&E Best Badger brush to my son for Christmas and the fact I'm a fan of smaller brushes, I'm interested in trading my 2006 B&B Finest in ebony. I'm in the market for a comparable brush in terms of:

* Knot...the B&B is 23mm but a bit smaller or larger would be OK.
* Knot density...it's all about density, isn't it! This is where the B&B shines!
* Hair grade...the B&B Finest is, well...Finest!

* A bit less loft...the B&B's knot has a loft of 60mm. I'm thinking something around 45mm - 50mm.

The signature display tube and care instruction sheet are included.

What'chya got?

There are a few more shots at:
http://s47.photobucket.com/albums/f1...omahn/Shaving/

Here's a link to the B&B reviews:
http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=13742
http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=13585

**Rhino** · 12-27-2007, 10:44 AM

Wow!...115 views, but no replies. I swapped out the base picture for one that shows there is no pitting.

Somebody's has to 'need' this brush and have something for trade...right?

**Isaac** · 12-27-2007, 10:54 AM

Alot of these brushes seem to come up for trade and sale....are they not well performing?

**thirdeye** · 12-27-2007, 10:54 AM

OK I'll post...lol
Sorry Dave, I wish I had another brush to trade but the only kinda brush I have right now is the green paper cash kind....

**Rhino** · 12-27-2007, 11:02 AM

Originally Posted by IsaacRN

Alot of these brushes seem to come up for trade and sale....are they not well performing?

They're great performers...very luxurious! I just find myself using smaller brushes more. Guess I may have to wait for the B&B Essential!

Originally Posted by thirdeye

OK I'll post...lol
Sorry Dave, I wish I had another brush to trade but the only kinda brush I have right now is the green paper cash kind....

It may come down to that...but I haven't given up on a trade deal quite yet! But then again...selling it would give me some extra $$$ for the Essential.

**razorthief** · 12-27-2007, 12:31 PM

Isn't the Essential going to be a bigger brush? And why would you pass up silver-tip for best?

**ScottS** · 12-27-2007, 12:36 PM

Originally Posted by razorthief

Isn't the Essential going to be a bigger brush? And why would you pass up silver-tip for best?

The Essential will be substantially smaller, with a 19mm knot. As for Silvertip vs Best, those designations vary by brush maker, and are very hard to meaningfully compare.

**ZiggyDeath** · 12-27-2007, 02:48 PM

Not to mention that different people have different preferences, meaning that the most "expensive" hair type may not be suitable.

**joel** · 12-27-2007, 03:46 PM

Originally Posted by ScottS

The Essential will be substantially smaller, with a 19mm knot. As for Silvertip vs Best, those designations vary by brush maker, and are very hard to meaningfully compare.

The essential uses "finest" hair - which is a fully untreated/uncolored or bleached hair, that is quite luxurious.... quite a bit different than best badger.

**Rhino** · 12-31-2007, 04:45 PM

...is there anybody out there? Just nod if you can hear me...is there anyone home.

A PM or email will work too!

**Rhino** · 01-07-2008, 06:13 PM

Happy New Year...TtT

**Rhino** · 01-11-2008, 07:57 AM

OK...enough of this trade business!!!...Here's the "For Sale" post

B&B 2006 Brush in Ebony...$95 Shipped/PayPal'd CONUS Only

I've also got a Merkur 23c, in great condition, in a box, with instructions and the Merkur blade I'll sell for $25 Shipped/PayPal'd CONUS Only

PACKAGE DEAL...$105 Shipped/PayPal'd CONUS Only