This boar has broken in nicely and I’m only about ten shaves in. I went with the just use it method. It makes a nice lather. It feels good on the face. I know it’s only gonna get softer. I like the heritage of the brand and supporting a legacy company. I don’t love synthetics but they have their place. If you are looking for a cheap brush these are hard to beat. I think it was $18. I have an $8 boar which is fine, it’s the RR that looks like the Omega, but it’s not as good as this. The loft and density are perfect for the hair type.