Just a couple questions...
I don't want to start a debate about which type of brush is the best - I know that's subjective. But, I would like a silvertip brush at some point. Art of shaving has one, but it's waaaaay too expensive. If I restore a brush with a silvertip from thegoldennib.com, for example, would the brush quality be equivalent to what I can buy? I'm worried about the bristles, not the handle.
In general, is it better to buy the handle on eBay (like http://www.ebay.com/itm/121367295926) or try to find something at a flea market? How common are the ever-ready brushes?
I think the idea of cleaning up one of these old Bakelite brushes appeals to me. Any other suggestions?
I don't want to start a debate about which type of brush is the best - I know that's subjective. But, I would like a silvertip brush at some point. Art of shaving has one, but it's waaaaay too expensive. If I restore a brush with a silvertip from thegoldennib.com, for example, would the brush quality be equivalent to what I can buy? I'm worried about the bristles, not the handle.
In general, is it better to buy the handle on eBay (like http://www.ebay.com/itm/121367295926) or try to find something at a flea market? How common are the ever-ready brushes?
I think the idea of cleaning up one of these old Bakelite brushes appeals to me. Any other suggestions?