Badger brush types

[deburn]

Then toss in the Anatol (Turkish) badger that is used by Da Vinci and you have to start defining all over again

beautiful video. I'm very new to DE shaving (couple of weeks!). I bought an Omega brush based on advice I got on B&B. At some point, I'll probably upgrade, but I'm not in any hurry - at least for now! I am thoroughly enjoying the process and the sheer luxury of it, and looking forward to getting some great smelling products.

Even though I'm not thinking of upgrading my brush, it was a treat to look at this video.

 

[Riff Raff]

Gentlemen,

This has been a fascinating read. I have gleened a lot of wisdom here and will take it to heart as well. I don't want to thread jack the OP, but I have just purchased a Simpson's Commodore X3 in Best and can't wait to try it out. I have currently in my den a Semogue 620 and an 830. Both of which I love and have fully broken them in. I also have a FS "Silver Tip" which is pretty moppy.

Again, great responses to the OP and great insights and advice. A further argument for the validity of these great forums!

 

[tomharr51]

Hi guys,
i've been using best badger brushes for the last few months, but was thinking to try one of the more premium badger brushes.
My question is, will I feel the difference moving up to a super badger, or should I get Silvertip in order to really feel any difference at all.
What do tou guys think or recommend?

I'm relatively new to wet shaving. I find that the super or silvertip grades to be softer than pure badger. However they tend to differ between brands. For example I have a brush with a "super silvertip" knot from TGN and two Simpson Brushes in super grade. All of which have a nice soft feeling but the Simpsons in super have more backbone and denser knots which I find to be a nice combination for me because it is soft yet exfoliating and I can lather hard soaps with them. Again this is just my personal preference but I prefer super or silvertip grades but they have to be a dense knot with a fair amount of backbone. I have found that combination to be the best.

 

[coolbus18]

Welcome to all the dazed and confused. We have all been there before(do I hear a tune coming?).I started with a Vulfix Super, Then a Vintage Blades Finest and just recently assembled a TGN 24 mm SuperSilvertip and handle. I have enjoyed each of them. Each has had a cumulative effect on my lathering. Each has a different type of soap that sends them bonkers.Each feels and is used differently, I face lather. It can drive one to frustration trying to figure it out, the definitions ,types, shapes. So I take the course of--try them all! Worst case , if you don't like it you'll be able to sell after a while on the Buy/sell?trade thread. It's all so subjective .So jump in , lather up with your favorite soap and see what you think. Whatever your choice---Enjoy!

 

[Razorsharp1986]

Welcome to all the dazed and confused. We have all been there before(do I hear a tune coming?).I started with a Vulfix Super, Then a Vintage Blades Finest and just recently assembled a TGN 24 mm SuperSilvertip and handle. I have enjoyed each of them. Each has had a cumulative effect on my lathering. Each has a different type of soap that sends them bonkers.Each feels and is used differently, I face lather. It can drive one to frustration trying to figure it out, the definitions ,types, shapes. So I take the course of--try them all! Worst case , if you don't like it you'll be able to sell after a while on the Buy/sell?trade thread. It's all so subjective .So jump in , lather up with your favorite soap and see what you think. Whatever your choice---Enjoy!

I guess that this is the only way!

thanks everybody for the advice. I've learned a lot!
I also reached the conclusion, that I have a long
way to go, many brushes to try and experiment with.
I'll just search for something that I perceive compliment my shave, and go from there.

Thanks again,
Cheers!

 

[ChiefBroom]

I guess that this is the only way!

thanks everybody for the advice. I've learned a lot!
I also reached the conclusion, that I have a long
way to go, many brushes to try and experiment with.
I'll just search for something that I perceive compliment my shave, and go from there.

Thanks again,
Cheers!

Good questions. Great discussion. But there really is no substitute for your own experience.

And besides, that's where the fun is.