Designing a Shavemac Brush

Cino · Jul 25, 2015

I've been OCDing over designing a Shavemac Brush, and based upon a lot of help posted here (big hat tip to Bosse) I think that I might be close enough. But, I'd like to run it by any brush advocates willing to respond just to see if I know what I'm doing.

I have a Simpsons Duke 2 which I really like, but I'd like something bigger, firmer, and possibly softer, though I don't mind scrub at all. The Duke has a best knot that I think is 22 x 41 mm.

I was thinking of a Shavemac D01 3-band fan shape with a 24 x 48 knot or a 25 x 50 knot. I think that if I went any larger the splay would cover half my face.

Can anyone tell me if I'm on the right track?

Mike H · Jul 25, 2015

Those look like good numbers to me, but I think most would want a slightly higher loft on the D01. With a fan, you could probably drop to a 23 X (48~50) and still be good.

alohakid · Jul 25, 2015

Have you emailed Bernd at Shavemac ?

Duke 2 is closer to 22mm x 47mm

SoundBrewer · Jul 25, 2015

I have a fan-shaped DO1 3 Band at 23mm, 53mm loft. It is plenty dense and "cover half my face." It's a great brush, and one of my favorites. I would be cautious about going larger with a lower loft unless you want REALLY firm.

Also, these brushes benefit greatly from a longer pre-soak than less-dense brushes need.

celestino · Jul 25, 2015

If you want a softer knot from Shavemac, do yourself a great favour and select the new Silvertip 2-Band one. The hair is almost 'gel-like' with very strong backbone and good flow-through.
Good luck.

NavyShave · Jul 26, 2015

I have a 23/46, nice face latherer. I would not go below a 2:1 ratio.

JAM62377 · Jul 26, 2015

Cino said:
I've been OCDing over designing a Shavemac Brush, and based upon a lot of help posted here (big hat tip to Bosse) I think that I might be close enough. But, I'd like to run it by any brush advocates willing to respond just to see if I know what I'm doing.

I have a Simpsons Duke 2 which I really like, but I'd like something bigger, firmer, and possibly softer, though I don't mind scrub at all. The Duke has a best knot that I think is 22 x 41 mm.

I was thinking of a Shavemac D01 3-band fan shape with a 24 x 48 knot or a 25 x 50 knot. I think that if I went any larger the splay would cover half my face.

Can anyone tell me if I'm on the right track?

I have a custom D-01 three band at 24x50, and I wish I had gone maybe 52 on the loft. You won't get a ridiculous splay with a 1:2 ratio because the D-01 knot is very dense.

Cino · Jul 26, 2015

Thanks all. Seems like I am on the boundary as far as loft goes.

NavyShave said:
I have a 23/46, nice face latherer. I would not go below a 2:1 ratio.

Thanks. Is that a bulb or a fan?

JAM62377 said:
I have a custom D-01 three band at 24x50, and I wish I had gone maybe 52 on the loft. You won't get a ridiculous splay with a 1:2 ratio because the D-01 knot is very dense.

Thanks. Is that a bulb or fan? How big does it fell on your face? Huge, medium, small?

Cino · Jul 26, 2015

alohakid said:
Have you emailed Bernd at Shavemac ?

Duke 2 is closer to 22mm x 47mm

Have not contacted Shavemac. Perhaps I should.
You are correct on the Duke, though the loft on mine measures 44. I guess I got lucky.

JAM62377 · Jul 26, 2015

Cino said:
Thanks all. Seems like I am on the boundary as far as loft goes.

Thanks. Is that a bulb or a fan?

Thanks. Is that a bulb or fan? How big does it fell on your face? Huge, medium, small?

Mine is a bulb. It feels medium on my face. Ideally, I'd like a bit more splay, but I do love my brush.

No1Up · Jul 26, 2015

I can't recommend the regular 2 band silver enough... with a short loft, it's incredible.

The Gentleman · Jul 27, 2015

I have the D01 Silvertip 24/48 fan, and for me it's excellent brush. Great backbone, perfect for me who always face lather.

Cino · Jul 27, 2015

Awesome.

I sent an email to Shavemac to get their advice. It seems like I'm not completely lost. Wonders never cease.

Jarick · Jul 27, 2015

I would recommend 2-band SILVERTIP in a 24x48 fan.

Cino · Jul 27, 2015

Jarick said:
I would recommend 2-band SILVERTIP in a 24x48 fan.

Oh great, now I have to get 2 brushes.

Mike H · Jul 27, 2015

Yes, yes you do. :lol:

Jarick · Jul 28, 2015

I've only tried one D01 3-band brush, but the hairs were stiff and I didn't like using it. The hairs all clumped together, kind of like an old Simpson best that I have, rather than blooming out like most silvertip.

I've said before, but a two brush rotation with a 24x54 3-band bulb (a la Savile Row) and a 24x48 2-band silvertip fan would make an excellent combo.

No1Up · Jul 28, 2015

I just noticed this regular 2band silver that Rudy made me has hooked tips... I remember reading this was a highly coveted deal making them the "gel tips" or something like that? Either way, after using the 2 band silver all my other brushes are now "scritchy" one would never really know the difference until you have felt both sensations... I just got my Epsilon in and while I haven't had time to play with it, dry it already feels softer AND firmer than anything in my den... I'll report back soon.

Cino · Jul 28, 2015

No1Up said:
I just noticed this regular 2band silver that Rudy made me has hooked tips... I remember reading this was a highly coveted deal making them the "gel tips" or something like that? Either way, after using the 2 band silver all my other brushes are now "scritchy" one would never really know the difference until you have felt both sensations... I just got my Epsilon in and while I haven't had time to play with it, dry it already feels softer AND firmer than anything in my den... I'll report back soon.

Looking forward to your review on the Epsilon.

NavyShave · Jul 28, 2015

Sorry for the delay. My 23/46 is a fan. Also, although I ordered a 23/46, the measurements are closer to 24/47.5.

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