Barbear Clássico
Material => Pincéis => Topic started by: vferdman on April 17, 2014, 06:30:07 pm
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Here are some restorations I have done lately.
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And here are some brushes I made in my home shop
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Today I restored two more brushes and put them in my Etsy Shop (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave).
Here they are.
(http://i.imgur.com/N08yrxK.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hOeUWu7.jpg)
Made Rite clear (Lucite?) handle with TGN two band finest (https://www.etsy.com/listing/186527050/restored-vintage-art-deco-made-rite?ref=shop_home_active_2)
(http://i.imgur.com/Fxw4foN.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/HhRAi72.jpg)
Made Rite with clear (Lucite?) bottom half of the handle with TGN synthetic (https://www.etsy.com/listing/186535723/restored-vintage-art-deco-made-rite?ref=listing-shop-header-0)
I hope you enjoy them!
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WoW!!!
CONGRATULATIONS!
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great work!
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great work!
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Congratulations!! Beautiful work!!
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Outstanding!! Congrats!!
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Very nice brushes vferdman.
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Really good work. Beautiful. ;D ;D
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Very cute, all of them, congratulations!
Muito bonitos, todos eles, parabens!
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Amazing!
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Very nice! I particularly like the red one.
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Beautiful work! :)
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I made three more brushes from Dymondwood material. I really love this stuff. It is water-proof to begin with, but takes polyurethane very well, so I think it is as good as resin as far as water is concerned. Perfect material for brush handles. And very beautiful.
Enjoy!
First, another two band TGN (https://www.etsy.com/listing/186959668/hand-made-shaving-brush-with-two-band?)
(http://i.imgur.com/NHRqW7U.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/AfTjED2.jpg)
Now a synthetic from TGN (https://www.etsy.com/listing/186961560/hand-made-shaving-brush-with-synthetic?ref=related-0)
(http://i.imgur.com/GDl9yfW.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/wJQWnfz.jpg)
And another synthetic (https://www.etsy.com/listing/186965533/hand-made-shaving-brush-with-synthetic?ref=related-0)
(http://i.imgur.com/P5SFaeR.jpg)
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That pressed stamina wood...beautiful!! Well done!! :)
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Awesome contrasts.
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Very nice :o :o
Beutifull. ;D ;D
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(http://i.imgur.com/uXf91hi.jpg)
Que belo pincel!
Deu vontade de ter um de pau-brasil.
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Outstanding!! Congrats!!
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;D ;D ;D
(http://i.imgur.com/uXf91hi.jpg)
Que belo pincel.
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;) ;) ;)
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I have restored three brushes by commission.
Here they are.
An unknown English resin handle with two band finest and Ever Ready 100T with two band finest.
(http://i.imgur.com/dojcPuS.jpg)
Here is a huge resin butterscotch handle of unknown origin, but boy, is it an amazing brush! 26mm two band finest.
(http://i.imgur.com/uFRW0in.jpg)
Here it is next to a Gillette Big Fellow (a large razor)
(http://i.imgur.com/fWbG4w7.jpg)
Hope you enjoy them.
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I made another brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/188071169/butterscotch-pearl-handle-hand-made?ref=shop_home_feat_3) for my inventory. This one is from the butterscotch pearl resin blank. Amazingly beautiful material. Photos do not do the justice to the way the light plays with this stuff. This is a small travel size brush. The knot came out to 21mm, loft 44mm. The setting is just about perfect after a test shave. The lather release and flow through are perfect. As much as I love my Wee Scot, I think this brush is way better and only ever so slightly larger.
Here she is:
(http://i.imgur.com/i9us50v.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/bekU98w.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/2lUm6j8.jpg)
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:o :o
Beautiful!!!
;D ;D
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It's been a bit slow in my brush making shop, but I did get another vintage celluloid handle restored. This one is McNess (https://www.etsy.com/listing/189856863/shaving-brush-vintage-mcness-brush?) and is Kelly Green. It looks stunning with a black two band finest knot in it.
Here it is:
(http://i.imgur.com/HkjKSDJ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/kmaxwHR.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/1gNHoyb.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/l300MJP.jpg)
The dimensions are:
Handle: 61mm
loft: 49mm
Knot: 23mm
This one is a beauty. It did have some radial cracks near the knot hole, which I had to fill from inside and out. Inside I used JB-Weld and on the outside I filled the cracks with CA and then sanded smooth to a high gloss. The cracks are visible, but are completely filled and are one with the rest of the surface of the brush. The rest of the handle was in excellent shape. I really wanted to save this one because it is an old style celluloid handle of very good ergonomic design. These are hard to find in the wild.
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Nice!!! Beautiful brush!!!
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I got a few more brushes in the works for restoration and re-knotting.
This is an Ever-Ready 200T (https://www.etsy.com/listing/190538064/shaving-brush-restored-vintage-ever?). I gave it my signature E-R hourglass handle treatment. Eased the sharp corners at the top and bottom, smooth the seam between the two sections so it feels like a single piece of plastic, added weight into the hollow of the handle. This one received a synthetic knot from Whipped Dog. It's about 26mm the way I set it.
(http://i.imgur.com/PFTBU4U.jpg)
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I just finished another restoration/re-knotting. This time it's Ever-Ready C40 (https://www.etsy.com/listing/190538796/shaving-brush-restored-vintage-ever?). I remember finding my own C40 a few years ago when I started wet shaving again. I actually bough that one myself in a local CVS in the 80's. It had very little use and I did my first ever brush restore on it by replacing the pretty awful shedding boar knot with a black pure badger knot that Larry from Whipped Dog donated to me to encourage my experiment. Thank you, Larry! That brush came out pretty good, but as pure badgers are prickly it did not see much use and I ended up giving it to a friend who does not shave often and actually enjoys the scritch in the pure badger for his shaves. Again, thank you, Larry!
This time I came across a seemingly unused C40 and decided to fit it with best badger knot. It came out great. I added ballast weight to the hollow of the handle as I usually do for hollow handles and this thing is now a substantial brush. About 23mm knot 47mm loft.
(http://i.imgur.com/Kuj0yFL.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/9BN8vdI.jpg)
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My first attempt at working with buffalo horn (https://www.etsy.com/listing/190669808/shaving-brush-black-buffalo-horn-hand?ref=shop_home_feat_3). This piece came out beyond my expectations and I reluctantly entered it into my Etsy store inventory as I am really tempted to keep it for myself. This horn blank had two diametrically opposed longitudinal cracks, but the structure of the horn is such that the cracks do not deepen. I shaped the handle first, then filled the cracks with progressive coats of CA, then sanded everything smooth and polished to a high shine. cracks are still somewhat visible, but completely sealed. This process took a long time, but it was worth it.
(http://i.imgur.com/5BwKsRa.jpg)
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Congratulations! The last 2 are extremely beautiful! :)
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I got a commission from a leg shaver for a large two band brush. I went with TGN F2 and ended up with the following:
(http://i.imgur.com/NFFJBaL.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/efswWUd.jpg)
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The dimensions are as follows:
Total height: 94mm
Handle height: 43mm
Loft: 51mm
Knot: 32mm
This brush easily is the largest I have ever made or used. for such a huge brush it performed wonderfully for face lathering. It held about three times more lather than I required for my 3+ passes. The beauty of this resin is difficult to depict with still photography. It really requires a movie because different colors poke through as the handle is rotated. I am very pleased with the way this one came out.
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Knot 32mm it's a dream...
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Congratulations!!! :o
What an amazing brush! I simply love the handle and the knot!!!! :o
I would love to have such a beauty! :)
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Thank you for the compliments! The brush is indeed spectacular. I did not realize that this size knot can be so enjoyable. I must correct the knot size. It is more like 31+mm, but that is minor. It is still a huge and dense knot. I used it once for a shave (with new owner's permission) and was just blown away. It feels so luxurious! Interestingly enough, this brush did not end up costing an arm and a leg. I used TGN F2 knot and it was around $30. The resin is a special piece that I bought from a fellow brush maker as a one time deal. I may get another handle out of that blank, so keep an eye out.
This brush is going to its new owner today and I am really happy and sad to let it go. I think the new owner will be very pleased.
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After making a huge 31mm brush with TGN F2 I decided to try and create a slightly smaller, 28mm one using the F2 knot. The large knot was simply amazing. Really made me think about larger brushes, which as a face latherer I mostly ignored. Well, this brush came out amazingly well and is going into my Etsy inventory (https://www.etsy.com/listing/191823273/shaving-brush-butterscotch-pearl-handle?).
(http://i.imgur.com/saAaJpD.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/iY9ht1w.jpg)
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The dimensions are:
Total height: 99mm
Handle height: 50mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 28mm
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I finished restoration of another brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/192106781/shaving-brush-restored-vintage-surrey?). This one is a Surrey handle with a metal ring that I managed to salvage. I added some gold pain to the two stripes on the bottom. This handle is actually really nice and stout. It is filled with fairly dense plastic inside and is not hollow. Has nice weight to it and the shape is one of my favorite for ergonomics. Simple and effective. I used a TGN Silvertip knot in this brush.
The dimensions are:
Total height: 104mm
Handle height: 54mm (includes the ring)
Loft height: 50mm
(http://i.imgur.com/8kLBgWN.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/CJTenB8.jpg)
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I have made another boar brush using 27mm Omega knot from TGN (https://www.etsy.com/listing/192538011/shaving-brush-hand-made-with-omega-boar). I really love these knots. I removed the black ring from the knot so I could set the knot a little lower and also drill a smaller knot hole in the handle. This works real well as the plastic ring is very easy to remove. Under it there is a very conventional glue puck. Here are the pictures of the newborn.
Total height: 108mm
Handle height: 49mm
Loft height: 59mm
Knot: 27mm
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I have created a brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/192786319/shaving-brush-custom-resin-handle-hand) made with a custom resin blank I got from another artisan. It is absolutely gorgeous. I used TGN two band finest again to make a brush with the following dimensions:
Total height: 91mm
Handle height: 42mm
Loft height: 49mm
Knot: 24mm
(http://i.imgur.com/dzOrH7T.jpg)
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Amazing job once again my friend!!! :D
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Lindo!!
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Lindissimo esse pincel!
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I have finished restoring another Ever-Ready brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/193034052/shaving-brush-restored-vintage-red-and). This one is 300PBT and is of the classic hourglass shape. This one was originally a Pure Badger brush as it states on the bottom. As usual in these brushes, I added weight to the hollow handle and filled it. I also took off the sharp edges at the top and bottom and polished the plastic to a super-shiny state. The handle feels solid and smooth, like a resin handle. I love the way these ERs come out. This is the first red and black I've done and I really like it.
Dimensions:
Total height: 100mm
Handle height: 51mm
Loft height: 49mm
Knot: 25mm
(http://i.imgur.com/xSmeBdr.jpg)
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I made a very large brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/193671960/shaving-brush-butterscotch-pearl-handle?) with Manchurian badger (TGN F2). I used the butterscotch pearl resin and the shape of the handle was inspired by Simpson Tulip. I hope you like it.
The dimensions:
Total height: 103mm
Handle height: 52mm
Loft height: 51mm
Knot: 31mm
(http://i.imgur.com/9JapIBU.jpg)
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I have finished restoring another Ever-Ready brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/193034052/shaving-brush-restored-vintage-red-and). This one is 300PBT and is of the classic hourglass shape. This one was originally a Pure Badger brush as it states on the bottom. As usual in these brushes, I added weight to the hollow handle and filled it. I also took off the sharp edges at the top and bottom and polished the plastic to a super-shiny state. The handle feels solid and smooth, like a resin handle. I love the way these ERs come out. This is the first red and black I've done and I really like it.
Dimensions:
Total height: 100mm
Handle height: 51mm
Loft height: 49mm
Knot: 25mm
(http://i.imgur.com/xSmeBdr.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/BvKZTkH.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/uSfb86U.jpg)
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Nice brush!
I have a friend here that will go nuts once he see it ;D
Claudio, where are you?
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Great collection man !!
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I have created two more brushes for my inventory.
First one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/195286114/shaving-brush-custom-made-resin-handle?) is made with a resin blank I poured myself. It came out very nicely. I used PearlEx pigments and mixed two of them. Violet Brass and Spring Green. This has produced a very beautiful lavender flower/gold look. I used a large TGN two band finest knot for this one. The brush came out big and beautiful
Dimensions:
Total height: 112mm
Handle height: 60mm
Loft height: 52mm
Knot: 31mm
(http://i.imgur.com/l2u9LAu.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/nU17rSf.jpg)
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Second brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/195295767/shaving-brush-butterscotch-pearl-handle?) is made with butterscotch pearl stock I bought at TGN with TGN two band finest knot. This one has a handle shape I have not tried before. I like it. It shows off the handle material well.
Dimensions:
Total height: 95mm
Handle height: 47mm
Loft height: 48mm
Knot: 25mm
(http://i.imgur.com/RMDsd5O.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/BzN3Xu8.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/qHiLy7L.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/h7u2fi6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/dvg7zAC.jpg)
I hope you enjoy these!
Happy Independence!
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I have finished restoring an Ever-Ready 100 Boar brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/196031442/shaving-brush-restored-vintage-ever?). I used a non-Omega TGN boar knot. I really like these knots. They are very different than Omega, but they work really well and are good from the box. I can only imagine they'll improve with break-in. As I typically do for these hollow handles, I added ballast weight and filled the handle. I polished the plastic, but did not go crazy with seam removal as the handle was in pretty good shape and I wanted to leave it more original this time.
Total height: 100mm
Handle height: 52mm
Loft hegith: 48mm
Knot: 22mm
(http://i.imgur.com/EXxvejz.jpg)
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Wow!!! :o
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I've made two more brushes.
One was an original handle made with Dymondwood material by commission for a travel brush. I used an 18mm TGN two band knot to make a 21mm brush. The brush is beautiful. Dymondwood is amazing material for shaving brush handles. It is extremely dimensionally stable, waterproof and takes polyurethane well. It's also beautiful.
Here are all the dimensions:
Total height: 95mm
Handle height: 49mm
Loft height: 46mm
Knot: 21mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/ba67E7z.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/R7rhUAb.jpg)
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Second brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/196894536/shaving-brush-restored-vintage-with-two?) is for my Etsy store inventory. This one is a vintage Peerless handle that originally had a nylon knot. I replaced it with a TGN two band finest knot. As I always do in cases of hollow handles, I added weight and filled the cavity of the handle before installing the new knot. This brush really shined up. The plastic is in good shape and with weight added the brush feels amazing in hand.
Dimensions:
Total height: 99mm
Handle height: 51mm
Loft height: 48mm
Knot: 22mm
(http://i.imgur.com/l1rX43Q.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ZCuuMEq.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/PeuKLs9.jpg)
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Before knot, weight and fill:
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I have created a synthetic hair brush for a custom order. I used Dymondwood for the handle and finished with about a dosen coats of CA, which was polished with some chrome polish (yes, it works).
Dimensions:
Total height: 100mm
Handle height: 51mm
Loft height: 49mm
Knot: 24mm
(http://i.imgur.com/YK4pLJ9.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/gms0v0G.jpg)
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I have created a new brush in black pearl resin (https://www.etsy.com/listing/200921434/shaving-brush-black-pearl-handle-hand?). I have not used this color before and I must say, I should have. It is very, very beautiful. Pictures just do not do it justice.
Here are the pictures:
(http://i.imgur.com/I8rfySG.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/cDtrl7P.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/mqRz5tp.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/VP1rXwK.jpg)
This is my first brush made on a lathe instead of my original drill press method. I think it came out very well. I really like the longer handle.
Enjoy!
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I have created a synthetic brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/201750799/shaving-brush-butterscotch-lathe-turned) using a butterscotch resin handle from Whipped Dog which I modified on my lathe.
Approximate dimensions:
Total height: 100mm
Handle height: 48mm
Loft: 52mm
Knot: 25mm
(http://i.imgur.com/bUBhr4W.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/OAnkJGy.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/t2lPoxG.jpg)
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I made another butterscotch brush. This time in pearl resin. Very beautiful stuff. This one is two band finest and is a large-ish brush that is very luxurious.
Approximate dimensions:
Total height: 98mm
Handle height: 48mm
Loft height: 50mm
Knot: 27mm
(http://i.imgur.com/MbWtjIP.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ZTNFfVL.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/0AsdJKs.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/rwmBo8B.jpg)
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Muito bonito este perolado! E a última foto do preto talvez passe a real impressão deste pincel, talvez não. De qualquer forma a última foto do preto mostra uma beleza singular.
Parabéns, são todos muito bonito!
----------- Tradução livre (desculpem meu inglês)
Really beautiful this in pearl. The last picture of the black one may show it's true color, maybe not. Anyway, the last picture shows a singular beauty.
Congratulations, they're all beautiful!
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This last one is particulary beautiful.
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I made another butterscotch brush. This time in pearl resin. Very beautiful stuff. This one is two band finest and is a large-ish brush that is very luxurious.
Approximate dimensions:
Total height: 98mm
Handle height: 48mm
Loft height: 50mm
Knot: 27mm
(http://i.imgur.com/MbWtjIP.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ZTNFfVL.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/0AsdJKs.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/rwmBo8B.jpg)
I do love this resin color. Have you ever tried adding some traces of another color such as black, to create a random pattern?
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I do love this resin color. Have you ever tried adding some traces of another color such as black, to create a random pattern?
Well, I did not make this resin blank, but I have made some others and I do add different colors to mix randomly. Take a look a few brushes earlier in this thread. I have one that is green and purple (moss and lavender, idea) with gold flakes. That blank was stunningly beautiful and I will definitely create something like that again soon. I may try something very dark with silver running through in veins. That would be awesome. Or dark blue and gold like in stone called lapis, which has veins of pyrite (fool's gold). Amazing stuff. Keep an eye out. I am working on it...
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...Or dark blue and gold...
Amazing! I'd love to see this!
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I have restored another Ever-Ready brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/202437027/shaving-brush-restored-vintage-red-and?). This one is a blue and creme 200T model. I love these hour glass shaped ERs. They land themselves to restoration very well. As usual in these models I sanded off the sharp corners and the seam between the colors to make the handle feel like a solid one piece object. I also added some ballast weight and filler to the handle, which is hollow on these brushes. This makes the whole brush feel amazingly good in hand. More like a solid material handle than anything.
Approximate dimensions:
Total height: 101mm
Handle height: 52mm
Loft height: 49mm
Knot: 24mm
(http://i.imgur.com/rUsHIIt.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/LHxlThB.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ML0rr6p.jpg)
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I have created another LARGE brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/203258405/large-shaving-brush-exotic-red-burl-wood?). This one is truly large. The knot is 30mm and the rest of the handle is nice and large. I modeled it after "Emperor" or M6 style handles, but way bigger. Those with large hands and craving a large knot in a brush will be delighted. The wood is amazingly beautiful. Pictures do not do it justice. I took some pictures of this brush together with some other well-known brush to represent the scale. This brush is LARGE and beautiful.
(http://i.imgur.com/Z8j1b5K.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/rwVcsDg.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/9z0QAsI.jpg)
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Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 128mm
Handle: 73mm
Loft: 55mm
Knot: 30mm Bulb shape
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I have just completed a special to me project. It is re-handling the venerable Omega 49 Pro. I bought the Omega on Amazon and extracted the knot from it and turned a handle I think is more worthy than the ABS plastic one that originally came with it. I really love the Omega 49, but IMO the handle is not very pretty (but fine for the price these go for) and the loft is a bit too high on these brushes. So I turn the handle I think is good for it and drop the loft to around 58mm-60mm. This one ended up at 59mm loft and 28mm knot. Test lathers with this brush produced amazing results and I even had a test shave with it, which proved to be worth the effort. I put this brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/203264621/shaving-brush-hand-made-southern-red-oak) into my Etsy store, but I am sure I will make one for myself soon. Just love the large Omega boar...
(http://i.imgur.com/xQAhv2R.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/bAiZWs9.jpg)
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Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 132mm
Handle: 73mm
Loft: 59mm
Knot: 28mm
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I have created another brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/203591260/shaving-brush-hand-made-with-two-band) made with Dymondwod and TGN two band finest. This one was inspired by one of my favorite vintage handles - the Ever-Ready 100T/200T/300PBT. It's the hourglass shape, I really like the way this came out. the handle is petite and feels great in hand. I finished it with multiple (over a dozen) coats of CA (crazy glue) and polished it to a glass-like shine.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 100mm
Handle: 50mm
Loft: 50mm
Knot: 25mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/jF7VvFL.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/fXLLg2r.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/c0l4fuc.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/wFP8Ca3.jpg)
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It is very well made that Brush.
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just amazing
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I have created a brush in Red Wine Pearl (https://www.etsy.com/listing/204113764/shaving-brush-red-winepearl-handle-hand) resin. The handle is fairly small, but I really like the shape.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 91mm
Handle: 42mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 24mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/EvBZDhE.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/0FTsR2B.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/5aL1Ns4.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/p8YOJJw.jpg)
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Beautiful brush.
Tell me, do you also make the handle in resin or you just put the knot?
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Beautiful brush.
Tell me, do you also make the handle in resin or you just put the knot?
Thank you for the compliment. I make the handle myself and then set the knot. My older brushes were made without a lathe using a drill press, a sander and a rotary tool (like Dremel). I now have a lathe and most of the new brushes I make are turned on that lathe by me. I use resins as well as exotic woods for the new handles.
When I restore vintage brushes I remove the old knot, clean the handle up, depending on what needs to be done. I also fill the hollow handles with ballast weight and usually enlarge the knot opening for the knot I am going to install in there.
Thanks for your interest!
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Vladimir
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Thank you for the compliment. I make the handle myself and then set the knot. My older brushes were made without a lathe using a drill press, a sander and a rotary tool (like Dremel). I now have a lathe and most of the new brushes I make are turned on that lathe by me. I use resins as well as exotic woods for the new handles.
When I restore vintage brushes I remove the old knot, clean the handle up, depending on what needs to be done. I also fill the hollow handles with ballast weight and usually enlarge the knot opening for the knot I am going to install in there.
Thanks for your interest!
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Vladimir
Thank you Vladimir.
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I have just completed a brush in Burmese Blackwood (https://www.etsy.com/listing/204819530/shaving-brush-burmese-blackwood-handle?) and TGN two band finest badger. I really love this wood! It is super dense, making the handle very heavy. I used CA to create a glass-like finish of over a dozen coats. This brush is one of my very favorites so far to come off my lathe.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 110mm
Handle: 60mm
Loft: 50mm
Knot: 27mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/QVZR4nw.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/67tP3Zl.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6oJgj6R.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/GjoILVB.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/kbRV1Tc.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/21dnkvc.jpg)
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I made another brush in a resin handle (https://www.etsy.com/listing/204839009/shaving-brush-burnt-butterscotch-pearl). I call this "Burnt Butterscotch Pearl". There is a lot going on in this material. Black, red, gold, pearl, all swirling together in a mesmerizing display. The knot is TGN two band finest. I really like this brush a lot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 112mm
Handle: 62mm
Loft: 50mm
Knot: 25mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/hYnu8ZP.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/y2p0qv6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/0LgQKkS.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Gnz6H3a.jpg)
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Awesome work you made.
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I have created a brush in Bethlehem Olivewood (https://www.etsy.com/listing/206132191/shaving-brush-bethlehem-olivewood-handle) handle and TGN two band badger. This brush came out really well. The wood is very beautiful. My first olivewood turning and I am absolutely in love with this material. The knot is one of the best I've gotten from TGN. It is almost perfectly shaped, the hair is of excellent quality. Super soft tips and amazing backbone and density. This brush is available in my Etsy (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave) store and is sure to make someone a very happy shaver.
Approximate dimensions:
Total height: 110mm
Handle: 60mm
Loft: 50mm
Knot: 28mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/y4DjpRH.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/gIwmi5G.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/DvJQknN.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/tszA3Lt.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/KNtNdhj.jpg)
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Beautiful brush... ;)
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Lovely shape and pattern ... with a great loft.
Gorgeous!! ;D ;D ;D
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What an astonishing brush! :o
(http://i.imgur.com/GjoILVB.jpg)
Simply gorgeous! ! !
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I created a brush by commission made of buffalo horn and purple heart wood. Came out really well.
Approximate dimensions:
Total height: 105mm
Handle height: 58mm
Loft height: 47mm
Knot: 24mm
(http://i.imgur.com/2fuAKwZ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/YuvytaV.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/CSr7kPY.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/5oWaAwf.jpg)
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I created a brush by commission made of buffalo horn and purple heart wood. Came out really well.
Yes, indeed.
Great job!! ;D ;D ;D
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Have you ever sold any brush to a member of this forum?
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Have you ever sold any brush to a member of this forum?
I am not sure, but it's possible.
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I have completed a new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/208106534/exotic-wood-shaving-brush-hand-made-with) for my Etsy shop (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave). This one is made with Tambootie wood that has a dark and light wood in it. It is absolutely stunning. The light side has a knot coming in from the dark side. It is really a beautiful piece of wood. I finished it with CA for water-proofing and I polished it to a high gloss.
Approximate dimensions:
Total height: 102mm
Handle: 52mm
Loft: 50mm
Knot: 25mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/TGBb2Bz.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/xAtsILB.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/qX8HQjQ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/4WjUkKZ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/SXNQakE.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/WMq2iXp.jpg)
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Prices?
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Stunning brush!
If i did not have another four to assemble, i would buy it. ;)
Prices?
Rui, clicas no link que te leva à pagina do Etsy com o valor já na tua moeda :)
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Prices?
This one is $65 and is available in my Etsy shop (https://www.etsy.com/listing/208106534/exotic-wood-shaving-brush-hand-made-with).
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I just learned that another name for Tambootie wood is sandalwood. No wonder it smelled familiar as I turned it. The finished brush will not smell, unfortunately, because the wood is sealed, but it is still beautiful to look at.
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I have completed a new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/208842929/exotic-wood-shaving-brush-hand-made-with?) in Key Hole shape made of Bolivian Rosewood. The knot is TGN two band finest and the finish on the handle is multiple coats of CA polished to a shine. This is my first key hole shaped handle. I think it came out well.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 108mm
Handle: 60mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 25mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/uCEBz0G.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/V91Ozt6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/4fRH0z9.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/r8JqMIn.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/zyaH9hI.jpg)
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I also made a PR handled brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/208851097/shaving-brush-abalone-resin-handle-hand) with a Mx type of shape. The resin blank is called Abalone and is pretty amazing in real life. Pictures rarely capture the beauty of resins.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 107mm
Handle: 55mm
Loft: 52mm
Knot: 28mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/m2AlK8S.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6CPsD9M.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/D58ikTo.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Gv4hOf2.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/MspxXZw.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/8JjCPbV.gif)
(http://i.imgur.com/CGUZzyZ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/eDuXNhD.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/tsChNcr.jpg)
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Geez, you have such an amazing talent! I wish I could do that :D. Congrats!
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Another lovely brush.
Great idea the animated GIF. ;D ;D ;D
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Fantastic ;)
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I have created three brushes in Dymondwood material.
First one is in Heritage Walnut Dymndwood and TGN two band Finest (https://www.etsy.com/listing/210529011/shaving-brush-hand-made-with-two-band?).
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 96mm
Handle: 46mm
Loft: 50mm
Knot: 26mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/jMKS7mY.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/e14q0w0.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/zdkFtzQ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/LbP593f.jpg)
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Second one is in French Green Dymndowood and TGN two band finest (https://www.etsy.com/listing/210530639/shaving-brush-french-green-dymnodwood?) fan shaped knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 109mm
Handle: 61mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 27mm Fan shape
(http://i.imgur.com/4ROXRZ9.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/APR0AaB.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/koXjZBq.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/0nS8QC0.jpg)
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The third brush is in Royal Jacaranda with a TGN synthetic knot (https://www.etsy.com/listing/210527947/shaving-brush-royal-jacaranda-dymondwood?).
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 110mm
Handle: 59mm
Loft: 51mm
Knot: 25mm
(http://i.imgur.com/MmFpHPT.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/0AjrWeQ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/cmzBXbK.jpg)
Hope you enjoy them!
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I have created two handles by commission and set one of them with a TGN HMW knot. Unfortunately I did not have a chance to take measurements of the brush and/or handles, but they are about 60mm tall with a 25mm knot opening. In the pictures the knot is dry fitted into both handles, but the one that got the knot in the end is the darker handle in Royal Jacaranda Dymondwood. The other handle is in Dakota Dymondwood
(http://i.imgur.com/oE87jqg.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6csWvcB.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/j3DwrmV.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/sUU07HJ.jpg)
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Stunning handles!!!
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I have completed three brushes for my Etsy store (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave).
First one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/211119717/large-shaving-brush-deep-purple-resin) is in Deep Purple PR and sports an M7-type shape. This ended up being a large 30mm brush. It is really lovely to look at and hold. Nice and hefty.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 115m
Handle: 62mm
Loft: 53mm
Knot: 30mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/Q0KC3mE.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/EFvy0yI.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/wJnzrsE.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/1OGpMVR.jpg)
Please excuse the pinkish tint to the pictures, but I have yet to figure out how to represent purple colors in digital photography. I have never seen this color come out correctly without tinting the rest of the picture. In any case, the handle color is more or less correctly represented on the pictures. Originals showed the handle as blue. It really is purple. If anyone knows how to get the color purple correct with a digital camera without affecting the rest of the picture let me know, please.
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Second brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/211113336/large-shaving-brush-burnt-butterscotch?) is in Burnt Butterscotch Pearl PR and is inspired by Ever-Ready vintage brushes. I really like those hourglass Ever-Ready brushes and feel they provide a very comfortable handle for a shaving brush.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 116mm
Handle: 62mm
Loft: 54mm
Knot: 27mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/roJHuWq.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/8UT0EmT.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/0Kbbbsx.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/UtCbDXE.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/oUykbym.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/eiHF6rv.jpg)
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The third brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/211115866/small-travel-shaving-brush-hand-made?) is a small travel brush. I've been a fan of Simpson Wee Scot for years now and have built a small travel brush with two band finest that I really enjoy and always travel with it and a stick of Arko for a perfect shave on the road every time. I decided to test the waters for a small brush in my store. I used Dymondwood "Tortoise" pattern with yet another take on Ever-Ready vintage shape.
(http://i.imgur.com/REdXgvb.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/QUSzH7P.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/pSmeUqb.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/5N6CaRU.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/xU2jYjx.jpg)
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 90mm
Handle: 49mm
Loft: 41mm
Knot: 19mm bulb shape
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Finest pics my friend. Great job ! How do i glue a knot in a handle ? or restore a vintage brush ?
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Finest pics my friend. Great job ! How do i glue a knot in a handle ? or restore a vintage brush ?
You can use 5 minute epoxy to glue the knot in. Don't use too much or it will come out and make a mess. To restore a vintage brush, you remove the old knot (I usually use my drill press for that) and do what needs to be done to the handle to look good and accept a new knot. Then glue the new knot in. It's a general question and a general answer, there are many details that may need attention. Every restore is unique.
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I have created a new boar Brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/212292683/shaving-brush-hand-made-ziricote-wood). This one is made with Omega Pro 48 knot and Ziricote wood turned on my lathe. I bought a brand new Omega 48 brush, extracted the knot and set it into my own wood handle. I also lowered the loft slightly. I have done this type of thing before with Pro 49 brush and it came out great. This one also came out amazingly well. This particular knot had quite a bit of flagging (split ends) out of the box. After my initial shampooing and test lathering it looks more than halfway broken in as far as flagging. I really love how this one came out. Some boar enthusiast will really enjoy it.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 124mm
Handle: 63mm
Loft: 61mm
Knot: 29mm
(http://i.imgur.com/dXbkPWG.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/3Lm2gvT.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/YaYYPDS.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/KVv3Xq7.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/FejLKvH.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/1wmQDUf.jpg)
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Belos pinceis!! :)
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I have created a large knotted brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/213992371/shaving-brush-watery-abyss-dark-blue) with TGN finest and a resin handle in so-called Abyss pattern. Very cool looking material.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 102mm
Handle: 49mm
Loft: 53mm
Knot: 29mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/39dDS0I.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ITq1Aec.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/jojA5eA.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/0Vbnu5v.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/eAGxTVI.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/T75IYGw.jpg)
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Another brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/213993398/shaving-brush-dakota-dymnodwood-handle) is available in my Etsy store (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave). This one is set in a handle made from Dakota Dymondwood. I decided to not make this one super-shiny. This one features Whipped Dog High Mountain badger knot. It appears to be very similar to TGN finest in all respects.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 105mm
Handle: 55mm
Loft: 50mm
Knot: 27mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/hoKzViP.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XFUgAKS.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/EbgK9xu.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/F6UbUp0.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/0rz7HCD.jpg)
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I have just finished another Dymondwood handled brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/214128476/shaving-brush-hand-made-dymondwood). This one got a shiny CA treatment. The knot is TGN two band finest. After an initial washing the tips are starting to curl up into gel-tips.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 95mm
Handle: 46mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 25mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/IpS2Doh.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/UPR9MxG.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/vnU2aeY.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/h1BettG.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/28P5N47.jpg)
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I have received two custom orders from two unrelated parties for a Chubby-like brush with two band finest. One was to be a Chubby 1 caliber and the other Chubby 3. I have made the smaller brush using African Ironwood and the larger one using Resin Burl.
Here is the smaller one:
Total height: 90mm
Loft height: 48mm
Handle height: 42mm
Knot: 27mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/WMwp7V9.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6VaJfnN.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/0OXn90w.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/WSuvUuw.jpg)
Here is the larger one
Total height: 101mm
Loft height: 52mm
Handle height: 49mm
Knot: 30mm+ bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/Z90JM26.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/MtwpnGC.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/z5OicAf.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/9kmVhlJ.jpg)
And both together
(http://i.imgur.com/qYGbcjO.jpg)
I hope the new owners enjoy these. I really like them.
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Sou fã de Dymondwood! Muito lindas!
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I have created five new brushes. One by custom order and four for my Etsy store (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave).
The custom order was for a boar brush. I decided to use a knot from an Omega 10065 brush. I really like this Omega boar knot a lot.
The approximate dimensions came out to:
Total height: 107mm
Loft height: 56mm
Handle height: 51mm
Knot: 24mm
(http://i.imgur.com/Ijkxnvs.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Inh6qNG.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/589ASRm.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6qFe8Ao.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/MtG8s5U.jpg)
Next is a brush in Tortoise Dymondwood (https://www.etsy.com/listing/215292626/shaving-brush-hand-made-dymondwood). This one came out really good. I tried a slight variation on the classic shape and made the top concave.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 101mm
Handle: 53mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 26mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/I5sHQIn.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/eZKkoee.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/2YSUt8X.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/QuULLbn.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/sPmb4lX.jpg)
Next is another Dymondwood handle (https://www.etsy.com/listing/215296097/shaving-brush-hand-made-dymondwood). This time in Keyhole shape and French Green pattern.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 107mm
Handle: 56mm
Loft: 51mm
Knot: 25mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/KKEygku.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/AnDThFi.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/cBwdttP.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XFB4lLZ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/OhYy2oy.jpg)
Next is an Ever-Ready 200T inspired shape in walnut (https://www.etsy.com/listing/215295912/exotic-wood-shaving-brush-hand-made-with).
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 104mm
Handle: 55mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 26mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/tqYJsfm.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/aKqwfef.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/qTaIJnd.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/X5RpTNv.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/tM9IF1T.jpg)
Last, but not least, a brush with a handle made out of Mopani (https://www.etsy.com/listing/215295360/exotic-wood-shaving-brush-hand-made-with) exotic wood.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 100mm
Handle: 52mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 27mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/39ru66L.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/kJHN7UF.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/WRQoPeh.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/254wpN9.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/3YlFZV8.jpg)
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Lindos!
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I have created another boar brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/215717324/shaving-brush-hand-made-dymondwood?). This one uses a knot from Omega 10065. I love these Omega blond boar brushes, but the handles on them are not so exciting. They are hollow ABS plastic and feel cheap (which they are). I hope some of the boar aficionados will appreciate this brush. I absolutely love it.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 98mm
Handle: 50mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 24mm
(http://i.imgur.com/3MLo2NH.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/RF5L2QT.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Bfcyw4T.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/weYn7fq.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ZUrH6Qb.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/oQdFMJ6.jpg)
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I have created two more brushes in Dymondwood which are available in my Etsy shop (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave).
First one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/215823882/shaving-brush-bumbele-bee-dymnodwood?) is in "Bumble Bee" pattern and is inspired by Ever-Ready 100T hour glass classic.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 99mm
Handle: 51mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 26mm fan shape
(http://i.imgur.com/YJTjtJZ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/5FGB9jw.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XLx0ymn.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/DOiuuCR.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/PjzbSlG.jpg)
Second one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/215824994/shaving-brush-timberland-dymnodwood?) is in "Timberland" pattern and is a variation on M7 theme.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 102mm
Handle: 51mm
Loft: 51mm
Knot: 29mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/carERRe.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/lA5XjN8.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/oLIbMRo.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/X4jgGQ9.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/1BSWx0i.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/947sWa9.jpg)
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I have created a brush as a thank you for a friend. I used a "Black and Gold" polyester resin and a TGN two band finest fan.
Approximate dimensions:
Total height: 99mm
Handle height: 52mm
Loft height: 47mm
Knot: 25mm
(http://i.imgur.com/Cummi4I.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Z9D0NZg.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/UiK6Byp.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/4Kmgbgm.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/GxOVDuu.jpg)
This is really gorgeous resin. Love the way it came out.
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Lindo!
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I have created a brush in the Ever-Ready 200T style (https://www.etsy.com/listing/217182060/shaving-brush-deep-purple-pearl-handle?). I really love this style of handle. I find it to be one of the best shapes ergonomically. The material is deep purple pearl poly resin. This stuff is gorgeous in person. Photos do not represent the color correctly no matter what I do. I tweaked the color balance to get the purple in the handle closer to reality, otherwise it just showed up as blue. If anyone has tips about photographing purple things with digital cameras let me know.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 101mm
Handle: 53mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 26mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/11IjFSL.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/h8e3EVU.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/llqcyJe.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/h1dn4Uw.jpg)
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Dude, your work is just beautiful!
I wish there was a way for me to buy one of your brushes...
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Dude, your work is just beautiful!
I wish there was a way for me to buy one of your brushes...
Aqui https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave
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Chegou hoje
(http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh142/Rui_Marques/Barbear/2A38AF20-0ABB-450D-B4EC-7576C27C3D79_zps9rntmhmv.jpg) (http://s255.photobucket.com/user/Rui_Marques/media/Barbear/2A38AF20-0ABB-450D-B4EC-7576C27C3D79_zps9rntmhmv.jpg.html)
(http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh142/Rui_Marques/Barbear/14BBFDC6-1697-42FC-9F87-A143A83689F4_zpstz3ofces.jpg) (http://s255.photobucket.com/user/Rui_Marques/media/Barbear/14BBFDC6-1697-42FC-9F87-A143A83689F4_zpstz3ofces.jpg.html)
(http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh142/Rui_Marques/Barbear/9C8D74AC-44B4-4B2B-AA3C-E29299DAE9E4_zpsha6xk6rb.jpg) (http://s255.photobucket.com/user/Rui_Marques/media/Barbear/9C8D74AC-44B4-4B2B-AA3C-E29299DAE9E4_zpsha6xk6rb.jpg.html)
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Chegou hoje
(http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh142/Rui_Marques/Barbear/2A38AF20-0ABB-450D-B4EC-7576C27C3D79_zps9rntmhmv.jpg) (http://s255.photobucket.com/user/Rui_Marques/media/Barbear/2A38AF20-0ABB-450D-B4EC-7576C27C3D79_zps9rntmhmv.jpg.html)
(http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh142/Rui_Marques/Barbear/14BBFDC6-1697-42FC-9F87-A143A83689F4_zpstz3ofces.jpg) (http://s255.photobucket.com/user/Rui_Marques/media/Barbear/14BBFDC6-1697-42FC-9F87-A143A83689F4_zpstz3ofces.jpg.html)
(http://i255.photobucket.com/albums/hh142/Rui_Marques/Barbear/9C8D74AC-44B4-4B2B-AA3C-E29299DAE9E4_zpsha6xk6rb.jpg) (http://s255.photobucket.com/user/Rui_Marques/media/Barbear/9C8D74AC-44B4-4B2B-AA3C-E29299DAE9E4_zpsha6xk6rb.jpg.html)
Hey! I sold that brush to gentleman in Washington state, US. Glad you finally got a hold of one of my brushes. Hope you like it.
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Vladimir
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Hey! I sold that brush to gentleman in Washington state, US. Glad you finally got a hold of one of my brushes. Hope you like it.
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Vladimir
Yes Vladimir,
The Gentleman was very kindness and sold me the brush after knowing my love for it.
I only have to thank him.
Oh and let me say to you that this knot is very good, with such softness.
One word... PERFECT.
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Yes Vladimir,
The Gentleman was very kindness and sold me the brush after knowing my love for it.
I only have to thank him.
Oh and let me say to you that this knot is very good, with such softness.
One word... PERFECT.
Yes, TGN finest are amazing knots. Enjoy the brush! I'll make more :)
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Vladimir
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Aqui https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave
Opa, valeu :D
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Yes, TGN finest are amazing knots. Enjoy the brush! I'll make more :)
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Vladimir
I think, and only for my personal taste, this knot should have more backbone.
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I think, and only for my personal taste, this knot should have more backbone.
Yes, this is personal taste. I like a stiff knot myself, but on these two bands I prefer flow through to super-stiffness. The two band hair is very strong, so allowing more flow is possible much more than with silver tip. I think at this setting the brush works really nicely with respect of generating and releasing the lather as well as volume of lather it's capable of storing. It is possible to increase the backbone by setting the loft lower, but the other factors (flow, volume) will suffer. If you ever want to get one slightly stiffer I can certainly set it that way.
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Vladimir
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I have created a brush for my personal use. It's been some time since I have made a brush specifically for myself. I have had the knot I extracted from the Vufix Grosvernor 404. It is a boar/badger mix knot, but mostly it's boar. And very nice boar at that. Before extracting the knot I used the original Grosvernor once and I really liked it. So I extracted it using steam with intent to save it for a later project. Steam worked really well in this case and the handle was polished and upgraded with TGN two band finest as per customer's request. The original finish on the Grosvernor is not very shiny, but the material is solid resin, so it polishes up to a shine not unlike top of the line Simpsons. The knot exhibited accelerated break in during the steam extraction process. The tips of the boar bristles were very well split. It took me a while to get to it, but I finally decided to use a piece of African Ironwood I had to turn a handle for this knot. This wood is amazingly beautiful and is difficult to represent in photos as it has a similar quality to pearly resins in that the grain plays with light as you move the handle around and produces changing patterns. I finished the handle with multiple CA coats and polished it up to a high shine. I also set the knot much lower than original and opened up the knot opening wider. Original dimensions were 21mm knot/53mm loft according to vendors (I did not measure the original brush). I felt that those changes would improve the performance of this excellent knot.
Brush dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 93mm
Handle height: 47mm
Loft height: 46mm
Knot: 24mm
(http://i.imgur.com/H3tJ5RM.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/8t55HI9.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/mVeOHBY.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/awZjjjP.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/JVQGvSM.jpg)
The brush got its maiden voyage today with Stirling Bergamot Lavender. Wow! It exceeded my expectations. The floppiness is gone and the softness of fully broken in boar is on par with some of the softest badger brushes I tried. The badger hair in the knot is hardly noticeable. Not sure what the purpose of it is, but the overall effect is excellent. The brush feels more like a boar brush, but a very nice one.
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I have created a new brush in Leadwood and Cyanoacrylate (crazy glue) finish with TGN two band finest. This a large chunky brush for the "Chubby" lovers. It is large, heavy and has a dense 30mm knot set at 47mm loft. This brush is available in my Etsy store (https://www.etsy.com/listing/221596672/large-exotic-wood-shaving-brush-hand). I really enjoyed turning this wood. It is a bit challenging, but gorgeous and very dense. I departed from my usual recessed bottom and went with a dished out bottom for a change. I think it came out very nice and feels excellent against the palm when held in the working position. I may do this more often instead of recess. Please comment on that. The CA finish on this brush is amazing and really pops the grain out. The photographs do not convey the presence of this brush fully.
(http://i.imgur.com/MVjJlhz.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/930g1QJ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/QD2ONTv.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/lZ05Mdx.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/5UlUADO.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/yteadB8.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hYRQ0ZB.jpg)
As can be seen from the last picture next to a SOC 2012 SE, this is a large chunky brush with a 45mm diameter handle.
Here are the approximate dimensions:
Total height: 106mm
Handle height: 57mm
Handle diameter (at widest point): 45mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 30mm bulb shape
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If you ever want to get one slightly stiffer I can certainly set it that way.
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Vladimir
Which type of a stiffer knot do you have?
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Wow! Que belo espécime!
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Lindo!!!
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Which type of a stiffer knot do you have?
I would simply set a shorter loft to stiffen up the brush, Rui.
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I have created two brushes by custom order. One is Synthetic in Red Wine Resin and on two band finest badger in Dymondwood. First the synthetic. It is meant to be a travel brush. the knot was about 22mm, but I did not measure the other dimenstions before boxing it up for shipping. Snow has garbled my brain, I guess.
(http://i.imgur.com/GQfsFI3.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/VTDtTPe.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Ab1Twnf.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/zR48nFv.jpg)
Now the two band in Dymondwood.
Approximate dimensions:
Total height: 105mm
Handle height: 55mm
Loft height: 50mm
Knot:25mm
(http://i.imgur.com/mc1So6G.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/NJSqlDs.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/AqjJmST.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/5IuUXRR.jpg)
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I have created three new brushes for my Etsy store (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave). One with synthetic knot and two with two band finest knots.
Synthetic in blue and gold resin (https://www.etsy.com/listing/222258447/shaving-brush-blue-and-gold-resin-lathe?). This came out really nice. I have started using dished out bottom instead of recessed. I like it a lot better and the feel of it is very nice to the touch. This resin is very interesting. It goes from deep blue to almost butterscotch/gold with lots of swirls in between making some areas slightly greenish.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 98m
Handle height: 46mm
Loft height: 51mm
Knot: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/hoOuEcB.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/WHoahsD.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/9WUJpVE.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ikwPZWM.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/qCCiNdj.jpg)
Two band finest in Black and Gold resin handle (https://www.etsy.com/listing/222259677/shaving-brush-black-and-gold-resin?). This is also a very interesting resin. Very nice swirling and chatoyance is amazing. For the butterscotch pearl lovers.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 94mm
Handle height: 47mm
Loft height: 47mm
Knot: 23mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/kF5z0bK.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Ds7ODPO.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/JeJOHUq.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/NO41psP.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XMm0I2p.jpg)
Two band finest in Timberland Dymondwood (https://www.etsy.com/listing/222255196/shaving-brush-timberland-dymnodwood). This pattern of Dymondwood is very contrasty and colorful. I chose not to apply CA finish to this one, but wet sanded it to 1500 grit and polished with plastic polish. This material is very resin-like and is completely water-proof. The finish without CA is a little more flat and lacks the glass-like shine. I like it this way.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 101mm
Handle: 55mm
Loft: 46mm
Knot: 23mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/DZOOxGi.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/weKxW9C.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/8c2QmmQ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/TtDZJvD.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Jp8N8Or.jpg)
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I have created two custom brushes. One is in Butterscotch Pearl resin and the other is in Black Pearl resin. Both with TGN two band finest badger.
Here is the Butterscotch one.
Approximate dimensions.
Total height: 110mm
Handle height: 63mm
Loft height: 47mm
Knot: 25mm (plus)
(http://i.imgur.com/hlp9iX2.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/lKVrgLQ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/IMxq4gM.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/dGHodAl.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/e0mPba9.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/e8NujF1.jpg)
Now the Black Pearl.
Approximate dimensions:
Total height: 113mm
Handle height: 64mm
Loft height: 49mm
Knot: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/UZRXo2a.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/E5sWosj.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/MVWBVtm.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/y89KB6d.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/IfnnrCv.jpg)
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I have created a brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/223297839/exotic-wood-shaving-brush-hand-made-with?) with a handle made of Ironwood and a two band finest TGN knot. The handle is a classic style and the finish is Cyanoacrylate (CA, crazy glue) wet sanded and polished to glass-like shine. this brush came out really well. I love this wood. The grain is gorgeous and has a lot of depth through the CA finish. The color is golden honey.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 90mm
Handle: 45mm
Loft: 45mm
Knot: 24mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/G2b2afs.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/AREdtsb.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/JfDvFyJ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/zB93Wm7.jpg)
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I have created three brushes in resin handles for my Etsy store (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave). I hope you like them. These resins are new to me and I think they are pretty amazing looking.
First, Copper Pearl (https://www.etsy.com/listing/224016858/shaving-brush-copper-pearl-handle-hand?). This one is a fan shaped knot with a handle inspired by SOC (one of my favorite ergonomic designs).
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 100mm
Handle: 53mm
Loft: 47mm
Knot: 24mm fan shape
(http://i.imgur.com/CQVaCS3.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hxcOtBP.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/axNhTIe.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/lEViCM4.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ZC0Zv44.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/UYAbPaJ.jpg)
Next, Antique Gold (https://www.etsy.com/listing/224019119/shaving-brush-antique-gold-pearl-handle?). I really love it. It is understated and just gorgeous.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 103mm
Handle: 53mm
Loft: 50mm
Knot: 25mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/Qm4rzkf.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/GsI9l4O.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/YDGd2nv.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ZHIPA23.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/pB9hCec.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/A1loHxG.jpg)
And now one in Black Olive (https://www.etsy.com/listing/224018380/shaving-brush-black-olive-resin-handle?). This one is amazingly beautiful for those who like black handles. Wow! I am not even sure what the other color is in there, but it sure looks like black olive. Pattern is gorgeous too. This is TGN's three band finest grade. It is somewhat like Simpson's best, but a bit sturdier and finer tips. Very soft tipped.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 101mm
Handle: 52mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 27mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/KJeCrv2.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Gidb4KH.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/gxXNgoZ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/RJKmBN5.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/oXchP7e.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hNlyfVd.jpg)
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Phenomenal!
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I have created a synthetic brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/224167510/shaving-brush-gold-coast-resin-lathe?) for my Etsy Store (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave). This one is in "Gold Coast" resin. I used this resin before and called it "Burnt Butterscotch". This one has a bit more red in it, so I hesitate to call it that, but boy, is it gorgeous! See for yourselves.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 110mm
Handle height: 60mm
Loft height: 50mm
Knot: 27mm
(http://i.imgur.com/MHtI6Q8.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/M9UInzW.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/xTa9FFY.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/dVQ2Yj1.jpg)
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I have created a large brush in Zebra pattern resin (https://www.etsy.com/listing/225234472/large-shaving-brush-zebra-pattern-resin?). This is a monster of a brush. around 32mm TGN finest knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 114mm
Handle height: 63mm
Loft height: 51mm
Knot: 31mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/rPd9Soh.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/T3YRNB6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/4wGLuL5.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/1BILvRH.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/V6RnQV7.jpg)
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I have created a new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/226190173/shaving-brush-two-tone-resin-handle-hand) for my Etsy store (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave). This one is a tribute to Ever-Ready hour glass brushes like 300PBT. I really like the red and black combination. My rendition is of slightly different colors than the original, but then again, it's a tribute, not a clone. I really like it.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 106mm
Handle: 58mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 27mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/9oAmBk6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/EKeDsqc.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/vYRayGU.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/7AIoOOa.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ZSmIfEx.jpg)
Hope you like it!
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I have built a brush by custom order. It is made of "Black Olive" resin and has a TGN two and finest knot. This resin is gorgeous and understated.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 100mm
Handle: 51mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 27mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/zlFfKiX.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/UZvgZJV.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/zZZHOoK.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/MwYoEAh.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/I30qRSt.jpg)
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I have restored a few Ever-Ready hour glass brushes for one of or members. All have 24mm TGN three band synthetic knots
Here they are:
(http://i.imgur.com/g6Rf4f8.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/7Etq34w.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/JqHeHrR.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/l3OzDJs.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/sEOfOvg.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/IwcYX8J.jpg)
And now one "Before" picture of the red and black one:
(http://i.imgur.com/7VtaW9c.jpg)
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I have created two new brushes for my Etsy store (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave). These two are in exotic wood.
First is one in African Rosewood (https://www.etsy.com/listing/226536482/exotic-wood-shaving-brush-hand-made-with?). This wood is amazing. It looks almost black in the pictures, but it really is a dark reddish-brown. Very hard and dense wood, so the brush has a good heft to it.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 98mm
Handle: 52mm
Loft: 46mm
Knot: 26mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/gAgfA6H.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Wcz5UBo.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/vzSzkZf.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ZhjCDDc.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/e3uscBz.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/NVcHElj.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/pCJeRXq.jpg)
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Second brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/226536623/exotic-wood-shaving-brush-hand-made-with?) I made is in Mopani wood. This wood has very clear and beautiful grain and the color of it is absolutely lovely in dark golden honey tones. the depth of grain really pops under the CA finish.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 96mm
Handle: 53mm
Loft: 43mm
Knot: 25mm fan shape
(http://i.imgur.com/D90T5S3.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/tWGZWhj.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Wd7QNKg.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/MqIfrAU.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XN9JJir.jpg)
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I also produced a boar brush for a custom order set into South African Ebony. The knot is TGN boar knot which is not explicitly Omega and lacks the Omega plastic ring, but it has the same look and feel as the Omega blond boar knot. Test lathering provided very positive results. I think this knot is very much on par with Omega blond boar. It is very well made and has responded very well to my initial break in with a dry towel. Many tips are beginning to split now just after one lather and towel cycle.
(http://i.imgur.com/ZUjbDsg.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/NAIjdwk.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/7U0FaTS.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/8yj700U.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/9oxUanU.jpg)
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I have created a large brush in faux ivory resin and TGN two band finest knot (https://www.etsy.com/listing/227212110/large-shaving-brush-faux-ivory-resin?). The faux Ivory resin in this brush is very beautiful and really looks a lot more like actual bone than the usual white resin. It has patterns that real ivory has. Photos do not convey this as well as I would have liked, but the material is really beautiful. This a very large brush at 32mm knot/52mm loft.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 115mm
Handle height: 63mm
Loft height: 52mm
Knot: 32mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/huUK3SK.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hp1CmWj.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/KhBjuw4.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ffaM56S.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hIm7LoQ.jpg)
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I also produced a boar brush for a custom order set into South African Ebony. The knot is TGN boar knot which is not explicitly Omega and lacks the Omega plastic ring, but it has the same look and feel as the Omega blond boar knot. Test lathering provided very positive results. I think this knot is very much on par with Omega blond boar. It is very well made and has responded very well to my initial break in with a dry towel. Many tips are beginning to split now just after one lather and towel cycle.
(http://i.imgur.com/ZUjbDsg.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/NAIjdwk.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/7U0FaTS.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/8yj700U.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/9oxUanU.jpg)
I loved this boar brush! Loved the hair! Such a clean look :) :D
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I have created another large brush. This time in faux horn resin. I am really liking these resin blanks. They are good quality and good size for a large brush.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 115mm
Handle height: 63mm
Loft height: 52mm
Knot: 32mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/5ia6JT8.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/P7jnhzv.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/yIYQqjR.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/YsbiiOy.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/T4tKoux.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/tNTCSp7.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6Ji8gX8.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hDsHoqo.jpg)
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I have created another large brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/227802598/large-shaving-brush-tigris-sparkle-resin?) with a very interesting resin. I call it Tigris Sparkle. The knot on this one is slightly smaller than on the Ivory and Horn, but is still a large brush.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 116mm
Handle height: 64mm
Loft height: 52mm
Knot: 29mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/4n4h55f.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/7vX8HXS.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/nfBtDQu.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/VfBNIBs.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/1LW1Nmq.jpg)
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I have created two new brushes using exotic woods sealed with CA (super glue) inside and out. Both brushes are very similar, use the same TGN finest knot, but set ever so slightly differently in terms of knot/loft dimensions. Both knots exhibit all the signs of gel tips, but it's hard to tell without using them. Test lathers with Stirling soap felt extremely soft to my hand.
The first one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/229414759/exotic-wood-shaving-brush-hand-made-with?) is inspired by M7 shape and is turned out of African Blackwood. This wood is amazingly beautiful and dark. Pictures do not show the grain very well, but it is there and shows up under direct light. Grain is very tight, almost resin-like.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 105mm
Handle: 56mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 25mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/CXQpN3u.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XPmTnaH.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/iaJhsA6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/o5MCZ9J.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/lc0Zhbo.jpg)
The second brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/229415223/exotic-wood-shaving-brush-hand-made-with?) is inspired by the SOC Two Band that I like so much. This one has a reminiscent shape, though I try hard to not make exact copies of my favorite brush handles. The knot is set at a slightly higher 50mm and tighter opening of 24mm than the previous brush. This is not exactly the dimensions of the SOC two band, but I felt it was close and in the same spirit of a longer, more pliable feel to the brush like the SOC. Katalox wood in this brush is reddish and shows lots more grain than the blackwood. It is very beautiful and dense, providing good heft to the handle.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 106mm
Handle: 56mm
Loft: 50mm
Knot: 24mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/2iJoYNk.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/T8jKrkp.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/5USWsZr.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/DEZjsLU.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/lkuhFTJ.jpg)
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I have made a new brush by custom order. this one is from Dymondwood in "Tortoise" pattern. Finish is multiple coats of CA polished to a glass-like shine.
Dimensions:
Total height: 113mm
Handle height: 62mm
Loft height: 51mm
Knot: 28mm
Pre-bloom pictures:
(http://i.imgur.com/Syh3p12.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XdFiIFi.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/A8qBzD0.jpg)
Post-bloom pictures:
(http://i.imgur.com/H92W9mt.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/RKEVi6Q.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/mQpPpwe.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XTLmvUs.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/bwIVeQs.jpg)
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I have created another large brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/227802598/large-shaving-brush-tigris-sparkle-resin?) with a very interesting resin. I call it Tigris Sparkle. The knot on this one is slightly smaller than on the Ivory and Horn, but is still a large brush.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 116mm
Handle height: 64mm
Loft height: 52mm
Knot: 29mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/4n4h55f.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/7vX8HXS.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/nfBtDQu.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/VfBNIBs.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/1LW1Nmq.jpg)
Revenge of the Sith.....Star Wars..
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I got another custom order for a "Chubby 1+" with TGN two band finest. This one is more in the Chubby 2 dimensions. I used Dymondwood in French Green and a top coat of CA (multiple coats actually) polished to high gloss.
Approximate dimensions:
Total height: 97mm
Handle Height: 47mm
Loft height: 50mm
Knot: 28mm
(http://i.imgur.com/XC0w1mR.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/O1s6LAK.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/rVACd7S.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/QflcEgj.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/m6ZMjea.jpg)
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I have created a large brush in faux ivory resin and TGN two band finest knot (https://www.etsy.com/listing/227212110/large-shaving-brush-faux-ivory-resin?). The faux Ivory resin in this brush is very beautiful and really looks a lot more like actual bone than the usual white resin. It has patterns that real ivory has. Photos do not convey this as well as I would have liked, but the material is really beautiful. This a very large brush at 32mm knot/52mm loft.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 115mm
Handle height: 63mm
Loft height: 52mm
Knot: 32mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/huUK3SK.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hp1CmWj.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/KhBjuw4.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ffaM56S.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hIm7LoQ.jpg)
awesome !!! :o
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I have created a large boar brush by custom order. This one takes its knot from the Omega 48 Pro. The handle is made of "Black Olive" resin and is really gorgeous. I set the loft at around 60mm and knot at just a little more than 28mm. I find this lets these amazing knots really shine.
Here are the dimensions:
Total height: 130mm
Handle height: 70mm
Loft height: 60mm
Knot: 28+mm
(http://i.imgur.com/pftme6Z.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/m9QaXbi.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/iBr7LFX.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hsUepwz.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/z7DQ72W.jpg)
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Trabalho divino!
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I have created a large boar brush by custom order. This one takes its knot from the Omega 48 Pro. The handle is made of "Black Olive" resin and is really gorgeous. I set the loft at around 60mm and knot at just a little more than 28mm. I find this lets these amazing knots really shine.
Here are the dimensions:
Total height: 130mm
Handle height: 70mm
Loft height: 60mm
Knot: 28+mm
(http://i.imgur.com/pftme6Z.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/m9QaXbi.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/iBr7LFX.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hsUepwz.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/z7DQ72W.jpg)
Your brushes are amazing!
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I have created another large brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/233413436/large-shaving-brush-gold-and-silver?). This one has a 30mm knot and a very substantial handle.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 113mm
Handle height: 62mm
Loft height: 51mm
Knot: 30mm Bulb shape
Pre-bloom
(http://i.imgur.com/W5rpoUH.jpg)
Post-bloom
(http://i.imgur.com/sEg3b50.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/mHjmagG.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/vDoVAki.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/9UOKLB4.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/GjgK0nQ.jpg)
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I have created another brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/234221369/shaving-brush-hand-made-spalted-southern) with Omega 48 Pro knot. This one is in spalted Southern Red Oak. This wood has so many features! Insect trails, spalting, figuring. Just amazingly beautiful naturally adorned material. I finished it with CA and high gloss polish. I love the way it came out.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 137mm
Handle: 74mm
Loft: 63mm
Knot: 28mm
(http://i.imgur.com/dBZFll3.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/4MAlPRf.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/R9UCZUg.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/2g1g3ak.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/zMxNJIQ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/TYArtJy.jpg)
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I have created a brush in Turquoise and Coral Tru-Stone (https://www.etsy.com/listing/234901903/shaving-brush-turquoise-and-coral-tru?). this is my forst time turning Tru-Stone and I am very impressed with this material. It actually feels like stone in hand. It's colder, heavier and just conveys the stone feeling in general. Turns about the same as resin. Very, very beautiful stuff if you enjoy the stone. Polishes to a high gloss very well and is a joy to behold.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 93mm
Handle: 45mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 25mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/kVXZTtE.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/xtxB7h0.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/jCRl6A6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/CgBQXav.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Qo5N7YG.jpg)
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I have created a new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/237060310/shaving-brush-royal-jacaranda-dymnodwood?) with a Dymnodwood handle. The Pattern is called Royal Jacaranda and I chose to turn the blank in an unusual way for Dymondwood. Rather than having the layers oriented in a vertical axis I chose to turn them oriented in a horizontal axis. This has the effect of creating horizontal 1/16" wide stripes. I think this is an interesting and different way to turn Dymondwood. I like the way it turned out. This is a fairly large brush (28mm knot) and is in the Chubby style.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 102mm
Handle: 51mm
Loft: 51mm
Knot: 29mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/D45AaNB.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/2qhbSHv.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Fg7LZbp.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/RrPeZAG.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/9oSPDSv.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/U5PzsbC.jpg)
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I have created a new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/240026594/shaving-brush-molten-metal-resin-handle?ref=listings_manager_grid) in "Molten Metal" resin. This material is very beautiful. I have bought a few new (to me) resins and this one is one of them. I like it a lot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 105mm
Handle: 55mm
Loft: 50mm
Knot: 27mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/1xj1XDz.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/xWm6KOu.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/l6sH1ap.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/IRuWzUo.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XSloOcO.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ViHZtwK.jpg)
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I have created a new brush for a custom order in M7 style. This one is made with Grey Box Burl wood, which is absolutely gorgeous and TGN two band finest knot. The finish is 9 coats of CA polished to a glass-like shine.
Brush dimensions (approximate):
Overall height: 103mm
Handle height:55mm
Loft height: 48mm
Knot: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/UZtQ7fu.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/KLMvzZm.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/V9Xg2k9.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/bfnRfVc.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/PgnsqWN.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/TVGWfxg.jpg)
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I have created another M7 style brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/243818545/exotic-wood-shaving-brush-hand-made-with?ref=listings_manager_grid) for my Etsy store. This one is made with Leopard Wood finished in 9 coats of CA and polished to a glass-like shine. This one features TGN Two band Finest F2 knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 104mm
Handle: 56mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 28mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/FyrOOc0.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/8TwiW3F.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/mVQOqfg.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/e8RILmW.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/mFs51Wf.jpg)
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Another brush made for a custom order. This customer did not want me to glue the knot in so he could use a less permanent adhesive to possibly change the knot in the future. He also provided the two band finest knot. This one is made with acrylester resin called "Black Peacock". It's amazingly beautiful and really defies being photographed properly. There is a lot of light play in this one and still photography just does not do it justice.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 105mm
Handle: 55mm
Loft: 50mm
Knot: 28mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/JKBzSow.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/U1DRXOD.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XwaKlAe.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/aJ1D7AH.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/3P4UmZB.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/TfpUaDF.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/7imXmGz.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/yngJi41.jpg)
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Wonderful brushes :)
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I have created a boar brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/244088503/shaving-brush-hand-made-waterproofed) using the knot from Omega 49 Pro brush. The handle is made of Bloodwood in M7 style. I love the way this came out.
(http://i.imgur.com/vpmEf6f.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/YZEYXAy.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/rDE6Ayf.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/97b8PoH.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/OC4Lhpa.jpg)
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 115mm
Handle: 56mm
Loft: 59mm
Knot: 28mm
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I have created a brush in M7 style by custom order. It is made from Black Peacock resin, which is amazingly beautiful and is quickly becoming my favorite. The knot is TGN two band finest.
Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 105mm
Handle height: 55mm
Loft height: 50mm
Knot: 30mm
(http://i.imgur.com/S2vVGrW.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/jXO12uU.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Y9mdVFW.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/MhVrDYS.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/xeIM9pX.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/yubj69D.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/W9HGq9H.jpg)
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Another custom order is complete. This one is in "Bronze" resin, but looks a lot more like actual copper color. Very pretty. The knot is TGN Silvertip Grade A. I rarely use anything other than TGN two band finest, but I must say, this knot is very good. It is more like the two band type hair in terms of sturdiness and is very soft. It's pricier than the two band finest, but sure is nice.
Approximate dimensions:
Total height: 103mm
Handle height: 55mm
Loft height: 48mm
Knot: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/ptnlj9z.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Cv6VRA0.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/59nOX2q.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/mBjk6A4.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/vcTKw0W.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Xo4at8D.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/p4lSB3H.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/RdOTxO1.jpg)
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I have created two new brushes. One for a custom order and one for my Etsy store (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave).
First, here is the new addition (https://www.etsy.com/listing/248163844/faux-horn-shaving-brush-hand-made-with) to my Etsy store inventory. This one is made of faux horn resin. Very beautiful material made in Germany. I made this one quite tall. The knot is TGN two band finest.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 114mm
Handle: 65mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 27mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/snf6VPA.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6QnRRAx.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Mysomf4.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/LHcIGWg.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/oQ4O9zy.jpg)
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Here is the custom order brush I made for a fellow in Belarus. This one is made with Black Peacock resin that I am really liking. The knot is TGN two band finest.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 105mm
Handle: 57mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 24mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/91RpL5i.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/JTUvnxn.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/AYGpcPr.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Sy1Aq0q.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/3TrklGB.jpg)
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I have created a new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/251888134/stabilized-spalted-maple-shaving-brush) from a material new to me. It is resin stabilized spalted maple. This brush is made with blue resin stabilized wood, which is absolutely gorgeous. I finished it with multiple (9-12) coats of CA and polished it to a high gloss.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 109mm
Handle: 59mm
Loft: 50mm
Knot: 26mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/hbW8D3d.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/AnY5b7k.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/9I6RtdI.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/0KVDdsU.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/HvQtXET.jpg)
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Beautiful!!!
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I have created a new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/252016985/shaving-brush-black-peacock-resin-handle) for my Etsy store. This one is made with a very popular Black Peacock resin and TGN two band finest badger. I decided to make a design that is a little different than my usual renditions of classics like M7, Chubby, etc. This one is loosely based on Ever-Ready hour glass handles of old that I like a lot. I find this shape is very comfortable and this particular handle is no exception. In test lathering it I found it very comfortable. I hope you like it.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 109mm
Handle: 60mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 27mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/2tnTxIK.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/7NAcG9o.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/78fFDMA.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/vQgXKYB.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/O1MdsLu.jpg)
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I have created some new brushes for my Etsy Store (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave).
It's been a while since I made a butterscotch brush, so here it is (https://www.etsy.com/listing/253775947/shaving-brush-butterscotch-resin-handle). Beautiful material and TGN two band finest that is still very good quality and value. The knot on this one is perfectly shaped and feels great.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 96mm
Handle: 48mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 27mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/NnIUmwY.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ZcvSruG.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/cRYKVC2.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/l5DMmxq.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/obM5bHB.jpg)
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Next is a large brush in Faux Horn resin (https://www.etsy.com/listing/253871048/faux-horn-shaving-brush-hand-made-with). This particular resin is imported from Germany and is really of very high quality. The pattern is beautiful and realistic. TGN two band finest knot selected by me is great.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 111mm
Handle: 61mm
Loft: 50mm
Knot: 28mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/AQCob6L.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/4oOR1q5.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/oAHcIT2.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/KxvZ3bv.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/yVrBuGB.jpg)
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Next up is a brush in "Black Olive" resin (https://www.etsy.com/listing/253775301/shaving-brush-black-olive-resin-handle). This material has quickly become very popular and for a good reason. It is gorgeous. Very difficult to describe or photograph, but in person it is just a beautiful resin. If you like black brush handles, you will probably love this one. TGN two band finest knot in fan shape is excellent and passed my tough selection process.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 99mm
Handle: 51mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 27mm Fan shape
(http://i.imgur.com/6jwMfdz.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/OTCDqAD.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/GEO8G49.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/vSYDqK9.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/swncdvQ.jpg)
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I have created a brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/253768749/exotic-wood-shaving-brush-hand-made-with) made with South African Ebony. This is a smaller brush, good for traveling or everyday use. TN two band finest knot of my selection.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 95mm
Handle: 53mm
Loft: 42mm
Knot: 24mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/LgrtpVG.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/cqZTRXs.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/4Zh7FGF.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/z3mRgMK.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XVkY3uf.jpg)
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I have created a synthetic brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/253769793/shaving-brush-silver-tiger-resin-lathe) using imported from Germany "Silver Tiger" resin. this is a large brush with a very satisfyingly heavy handle. Beautiful colors and shine. TGN synthetic knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 111mm
Handle height: 63mm
Loft height: 48mm
Knot: 29mm
(http://i.imgur.com/t4oBlo9.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6jBI1DX.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/mAEsEqQ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/GRk1bi6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/HNsLwCI.jpg)
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I have created a brush for a custom order. This one is made with Burmese Blackwood and TGN two band finest knot. The wood is finished in multiple coats of CA polished to a high shine. The TGN knots I have received in my latest shipment are reminiscent of the older TGN knots that made TGN so popular. These are beautifully shaped and very dense two band knots with great looking colors.
Approximate dimensions of the brush:
Total height: 124mm
Handle height: 75mm
Loft height: 49mm
Knot: 28mm bulb shape
As can be seen from the last picture, the brush is large and towers over a SOC two band.
(http://i.imgur.com/Bpajz6a.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/1QmYE4I.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/RFy9FLR.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/5CuJy8x.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/qD1jMuc.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/mM9kUpD.jpg)
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Another custom order and another Burmese Blackwood handle. This time with a customer-provided two band fan-shaped knot.
Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 118mm
Handle height: 71mm
Loft height: 47mm
Knot: 28mm
(http://i.imgur.com/9Bf6EKN.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/R38JYd6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/MzQcy1X.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/kS6Uzmm.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/wNAZJhM.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/LfOOUSV.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/OiGPtSa.jpg)
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I have created a Boar brush for a custom order. This one is made with three different resins: Black Olive, Antique Gold and Watery Abyss. It is styled as a longer barber brush and uses a wonderful blond boar from Omega.
The approximate dimensions are:
Total height: 141mm
Handle height: 81mm
Loft height: 60mm
Knot: 28mm
(http://i.imgur.com/L4v2Vqn.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/rNW559d.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/gOuuJcC.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6OkBbWo.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/62TIqsE.jpg)
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Another custom order and another Burmese Blackwood handle. This time with a customer-provided two band fan-shaped knot.
Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 118mm
Handle height: 71mm
Loft height: 47mm
Knot: 28mm
(http://i.imgur.com/9Bf6EKN.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/R38JYd6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/MzQcy1X.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/kS6Uzmm.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/wNAZJhM.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/LfOOUSV.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/OiGPtSa.jpg)
gorgeous. Congrats ;)
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I have created a brush that will have 6 more like it for a group buy in Lithuanian knife forum. The request was to make a brush with the colors of Lithuanian flag: Yellow (Sun), Green (Nature), Red (Blood). There are going to be three boar brushes, one synthetic and three two band finest badger. The butt of the handle contains a rare Earth magnet for hanging the brush on metal surfaces. The orientation of the flag is right side up when the brush is suspended by the magnet. The first of the seven brushes is done and it sports an Omega boar knot. Handle material is color resin stabilized spalted maple that I cut from different color blanks to create the tricolor pattern desired.
Approximate dimensions are:
Total height: 100mm
Handle height: 51mm
Loft height: 49mm
Knot: 25mm
(http://i.imgur.com/80o2I7d.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/OfLLnER.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/KfoO4Af.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/KB6sOna.jpg)
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I have created another brush for a custom order. This one is in Faux Ivory and TGN two band finest badger.
Dimensions:
Total height: 101mm
Handle height: 51mm
Loft height: 50mm
Knot: 27mm bulb shaped
(http://i.imgur.com/qc3fIEC.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/sjVmelw.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/5q9Cut4.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/EzTGvVM.jpg)
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I have created a new shaving brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/258857559/shaving-brush-black-olive-antique-gold) for my ETSY shop. This one is special as I am experimenting with combining different resins in one handle. I think this one came out very beautifully. It's a taller handle in Barber's Brush style. The knot is the latest version of TGN two band finest, which I find very good. Dense, very well shaped and beautiful sturdy hair with soft tips.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 125mm
Handle: 76mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 27mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/If2pkbv.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/kxcGWM2.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hn6ludI.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/4VehY8J.jpg)
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As I mentioned earlier (http://www.barbearclassico.com/index.php?topic=6850.msg289336#msg289336), I was commissioned to make a series of seven brushes in the colors of the Lithuanian flag: Yellow, Green, Red. The series has three two band badger brushes, one synthetic and three boars. I used TGN for badgers, synthetic and one of the boars. Used Omega brushes I got for the purpose of harvesting the knots for the 24mm knots. TGN sells an excellent 27mm Omega knot, which is what I used for the larger boar. I remove the black rings from the Omega boars so I can set the loft as I like. The handles in this series also contain a rare earth magnet in the bottom so as to be able to hang the brush from a metal surface. The prototype had a smaller magnet that worked, but I felt a more powerful magnet would be nicer, so I ordered some 3/8" magnets for the rest of the series. Boy, those things are strong! Very good snappy feel to the magnetic action even on the heavy, wet brush.
Approximate dimensions:
Smaller Boars:
Total height: 100mm
Handle height: 51mm
Loft height: 49mm
Knot: 25mm
Larger boar:
Total height: 123mm
Handle height: 65mm
Loft height: 58mm
Knot: 27mm
Synthetic:
Total height: 108mm
Handle height: 58mm
Loft height: 50mm
Knot: 29mm
Badgers:
Total height: 105mm
Handle height: 57mm
Loft height: 48mm
Knot: 27mm
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I have created a brush handle by custom order for a Plisson synthetic knot. The material is resin in "Molten Metal" pattern. What a gorgeous resin this is!
Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 100mm
Handle height: 50mm
Loft height: 50mm
Knot: 26mm
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I have created a new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/262990540/shaving-brush-black-olive-resin-handle) in Black Olive resin and TGN two band finest knot. This is a new shape for me and I think it came out great.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 106mm
Handle: 58mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 26mm bulb shape
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I have completed the custom brush in Black Peacock resin. It received a knot provided by the customer. The brush came out amazingly well. I hope the new owner is happy with it for years to come.
Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 106mm
Handle height: 58mm
Loft height: 48mm
Knot: 28mm (fan shape)
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I have created a brush by custom order from a new to me resin called Blue Pearl. This stuff looks like moonstone if you have every seen it. It's mostly the color of moon and under a certain angle the swirls of bluish pearly color appear. It's quite stunning. I used a piece of Black Peacock for a ring in the middle for an accent.
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Beautifull brushes! :D
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I also have created a new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/265692011/shaving-brush-blue-pearl-and-black) for my Etsy store, LoveYourshave (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave?ref=hdr_shop_menu). This one is made with the same materials as the custom one in the previous post, but with a slightly smaller knot and a slightly different shape. It came out beautifully.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 110mm
Handle: 61mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 26mm Bulb shape
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I have created a new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/270240311/shaving-brush-golden-marble-and-copper) for my ETSY shop.
This one is made with a Golden Marble and Copper resins. Copper is used for a ring in the middle of the handle and is really a good accent on the Golden Marble, which is just like the regular grey marble, but gold flakes in it. It is warmer in tone than the grey marble and is a treat to the eyes. The knot is TGN two band finest.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 107mm
Handle: 58mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 26mm Bulb shape
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Another new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/270242719/shaving-brush-moonstone-and-black-olive) for my ETSY store. This one is made with Moonstone and Black Olive resins. Very beautiful combination. I will be using Moonstone resin a lot more. I really love it. Knot is TGN two band finest.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 108mm
Handle: 59mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 26mm Bulb shape
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I have created a brush by custom order. This one has Bloodwood on the bottom, Katalox wood at the top, is CA finished and polished to a glass-like shine. The knot is TGN two band finest. It's a barber-style brush with a longer handle. Came out great.
Dimensions:
Total height: 133mm
Handle height: 83mm
Loft height: 50mm
Knot diameter: 28mm bulb shape
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Belissimo pincel :)
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I have created a new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/270780206/shaving-brush-marble-and-red-wine-resin) for my Etsy shop. This one is made with "Marble" resin for the main body and "Red Wine" resin for the center ring. Knot is TGN two band finest in fan shape.
Dimensions:
Total height: 109mm
Handle: 62mm
Loft: 47mm
Knot: 25mm
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Another new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/270674705/shaving-brush-black-peacock-and-peacock) for sale. This is made with "Black Peacock" resin in main body and "Peacock" resin for the center ring. Knot is TGN two band finest in bulb shape.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 99mm
Handle: 51mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 26mm
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I have created a brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/271294000/shaving-brush-grey-marble-and-red-wine) with Grey Marble and Red Wine resins. This one has a TGN three band synthetic knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 116mm
Handle: 67mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 26mm
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A new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/271291972/shaving-brush-golden-marble-and-copper) for my Etsy store. This one is made with Gold Marble and Copper resins. The knot is TGN Two Band Finest.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 105mm
Handle: 58mm
Loft: 47mm
Knot: 26mm Bulb shape
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Another new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/271183049/shaving-brush-black-peacock-and-peacock) for my Etsy store. This one is made with Black Peacock on the bottom and Peacock on top. The knot is TGN Two Band Finest.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 112mm
Handle: 64mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 26mm Bulb shape
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And one more new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/271186653/shaving-brush-black-and-red-wine-resin) for the inventory. This one is made with Pure Black and Red Wine resins. Knot is TGN Two Band Finest.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 103mm
Handle: 57mm
Loft: 46mm
Knot: 26mm Bulb shape
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I have created a brush for a custom order. It is in pure black resin and sports a customer-provided WSP two band knot.
Dimensions:
Total height: 97mm
Handle height: 50mm
Loft height: 47mm
Knot: 25mm
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I have created two brushes for a custom order.
First one in Bengal Tiger resin.
Dimensions:
Total height: 102mm
Handle height: 54mm
Loft height: 48mm
Knot: 28mm hybrid shape
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The second brush is in Faux Ivory resin.
Dimensions:
Total height: 113mm
Handle height: 60mm
Loft height: 53mm
Knot: 31mm bulb shape
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I created a synthetic brush by custom order. The handle is Zabra resin. Knot is from Shave Revolution.
Dimensions:
Total height: 105mm
Handle height: 53mm
Loft height: 52mm
Knot: 25mm
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Wow
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Wow
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I have created a small travel brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/273492226/small-travel-shaving-brush-natural-horn) from natural horn and two band finest badger hair. This brush is inspired by Simpson Wee Scot. It is slightly larger than Wee Scot and sports a larger two band finest knot, but the idea of a thumb sized brush that really works amazingly well is inspired by Simpson's iconic brush.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 73mm
Handle: 35mm
Loft: 38mm
Knot: 18mm Bulb shape
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I have created a brush by custom order. Handle material is Bloodwood with a Cyanoacrylate finish. Knot is customer provided two band badger.
Brush dimensions:
Total height: 110mm
Handle height: 60mm
Loft: 50mm
Knot: 32mm Bulb shape
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Look great.
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I have created another travel brush. The handle is natural horn, the knot is TGN two band finest. I really enjoy small brushes and Simpson Wee Scot was definitely the inspiration for this one. This brush is slightly larger than the Wee Scot and is just an amazing performer according to the test lathers.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 75mm
Handle: 34mm
Loft: 41mm
Knot: 18mm Bulb shape
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I've created two brushes for custom orders.
First one is made with Black Olive resin and TGN two band finest badger knot.
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Second one is made with Black Peacock resin and Peacock resin center ring. Knot is two band badger from TGN.
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I have created three new brushes for my Etsy shop.
First one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/278065164/shaving-brush-black-peacock-and-peacock) is made with "Black Peacock" resin for the main body and "Peacock" resin for center ring. Knot is two band finest badger.
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Second brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/278066090/shaving-brush-purple-and-gold-resin) is made with "Purple and Gold" resin. Knot is two band finest.
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The third brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/278065716/shaving-brush-golden-marble-and-molten) is made with "Golden Marble" at the top and "Molten Metal" resins at the bottom.
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I have made two new brushes. One for a custom order and another for my Etsy store.
First, the one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/291719731/shaving-brush-black-peacock-and-grey) for the Etsy store.
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Next the custom. Customer requested the shape and materials.
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I made a new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/292885863/shaving-brush-blue-pearl-and-peacock). This one features Blue Pearl resin main body and Peacock ring. Knot is two band finest. The handle shape is an experiment and the price reflects it.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 105mm
Handle: 58mm
Loft: 47mm
Knot: 26mm Bulb shape
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Wonderful brushes :)
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I have been busy creating new brushes in my shop. Here they are.
First one is by custom order. Black Peacock body with Peacock ring. Two band finest badger knot in fan shape.
Dimensions:
Total height: 111mm
Handle height: 64mm
Loft height: 47mm
Knot diameter: 25.5mm
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A new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/279867966/shaving-brush-golden-marble-and-copper) in my Etsy store. This one is made with Golden marble (main body) and Copper Pearl (ring). Two band finest badger knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 107mm
Handle: 61mm
Loft: 46mm
Knot: 26mm Bulb shape
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This one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/293383865/shaving-brush-marble-and-red-wine-resin) is made with "Grey Marble" and "Red wine" resins. Two band finest badger in bulb shape.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 107mm
Handle: 61mm
Loft: 46mm
Knot: 26mm
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This next one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/293386201/shaving-brush-hand-made-with-shredded-us) is very interesting and is made from new to me material. This is shredded US currency stabilized in clear resin. If you look closely you can definitely make up various parts of the bills in there. Give the brush the color of money :) I decided to make this a big brush. Large two band finest badger knot and Chubby 3 type handle.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 104mm
Handle: 52mm
Loft: 52mm
Knot: 31mm
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This next one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/293387923/shaving-brush-moonstone-resin-handle) is a "Moonstone" resin beauty in Chubby style. Two band finest badger.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 91mm
Handle: 45mm
Loft: 46mm
Knot: 25mm
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This one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/279866048/shaving-brush-butterscotch-pearl-resin) is made with "Butterscotch Pearl" resin. Chubby style handle and two band finest badger knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 93mm
Handle: 46mm
Loft: 47mm
Knot: 26mm
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This one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/279901472/shaving-brush-watery-abyss-antique-gold) is made of three resins. "Watery Abyss" at the bottom, "Abalone" at the top and an "Antique Gold" ring. Two band finest badger knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 125mm
Handle: 77mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 27mm
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I have created a brush by custom order.
Dimensions are:
Total height: 107mm
Handle height: 57mm
Loft height: 50mm
Knot diameter: 27mm
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I have added a new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/385527800/shaving-brush-watery-abyss-resin-handle) to my Etsy store. This one is a bit smaller for a budget minded buyer. Would make a great travel brush. Resin is "Watery Abyss" and the knot is TGN two band finest.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 91mm
Handle: 46mm
Loft: 45mm
Knot: 22mm Bulb shape
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I have created a new brush by custom order. This one is almost identical to the one already in my store (https://www.etsy.com/listing/279867966/shaving-brush-golden-marble-and-copper), but set at a much higher loft as per customer's request. Golden Marble and Copper resins, TGN two band finest knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 116mm
Handle: 63mm
Loft: 53mm
Knot: 26mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/xPYAX83.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/xsy43uW.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/FzyjVWI.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Rn0TQnT.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/rSxAuMa.jpg)
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The Watery Abyss and Golden Marble Copper are very beautiful.
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I have created a new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/399453555/shaving-brush-black-peacock-handle-hand) for my Etsy store. This one is made with Black Peacock resin and two band finest badger.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 100mm
Handle: 53mm
Loft: 47mm
Knot: 25mm
(http://i.imgur.com/Mm2Ogbj.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hKmuion.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/FgMspsi.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/lsbTK60.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/dp8gHHn.jpg)
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The Watery Abyss and Golden Marble Copper are very beautiful.
Thank you, very much!
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I have made a boar brush by custom order. Top piece is Dyna Blue, bottom is Peacock and the ring is solid black. Knot is an Italian banded boar from TGN.
(http://i.imgur.com/B4iDDm5.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/VtcwfKF.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/42QTvZ0.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/njW60vI.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/LoKBgL1.jpg)
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I have created two brushes for custom orders. One in resin and one in exotic wood.
First one is a boar brush in resin. Cutstomer sent me his beloved Omega 48, which was well broken in and he loved it. I made a new handle for it from three different resins. Bottom is "Molten Metal", top is "Golden Marble" and the center ring is "Copper Pearl".
Dimensions:
Total height: 148mm
Handle: 81mm
Loft: 67mm
Knot: 28mm
(http://i.imgur.com/jLHyoR3.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ED9XYaQ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ervbLdr.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/J628Qje.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/llf55nQ.jpg)
The second one is in Burmese Blackwood and TGN two band finest badger knot.
Dimensions:
Total height: 111mm
Handle: 59mm
Loft: 52mm
Knot: 31mm
(http://i.imgur.com/ipXwfR5.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Pn3GvV9.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/06xtikA.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/S1jKrTW.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/L5qDDN7.jpg)
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Another addition to my Etsy shop is this brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/386841152/shaving-brush-moonstone-and-black) made with "Moonstone" ("Blue Pearl") and "Black Peacock" resins. Two band finest knot set a bit higher than usual.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 118mm
Handle: 65mm
Loft: 53mm
Knot: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/fMzgjni.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/rMU4aSM.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ryMUiis.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ZA57g54.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/TtYJ5W1.jpg)
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I have created a new brush by custom order. This one is a very large barber style two band badger brush. Bottom is "Abalone" resin, top is "Black Peacock" resin and center ring is "Moonstone" resin.
Dimensions:
Total height: 139mm
Handle: 83mm
Loft: 56mm
Knot: 33mm
(http://i.imgur.com/1lkW8S9.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/mb1baZo.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/xzdHTQM.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/QomHq9E.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XCDifaL.jpg)
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I have created two more brushes for my inventory.
First one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/195286114/shaving-brush-custom-made-resin-handle?) is made with a resin blank I poured myself. It came out very nicely. I used PearlEx pigments and mixed two of them. Violet Brass and Spring Green. This has produced a very beautiful lavender flower/gold look. I used a large TGN two band finest knot for this one. The brush came out big and beautiful
Dimensions:
Total height: 112mm
Handle height: 60mm
Loft height: 52mm
Knot: 31mm
(http://i.imgur.com/l2u9LAu.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/nU17rSf.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/g96w1vJ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hDS61Kh.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/HpUImwm.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Npmt4gl.jpg)
Second brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/195295767/shaving-brush-butterscotch-pearl-handle?) is made with butterscotch pearl stock I bought at TGN with TGN two band finest knot. This one has a handle shape I have not tried before. I like it. It shows off the handle material well.
Dimensions:
Total height: 95mm
Handle height: 47mm
Loft height: 48mm
Knot: 25mm
(http://i.imgur.com/RMDsd5O.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/BzN3Xu8.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/qHiLy7L.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/h7u2fi6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/dvg7zAC.jpg)
I hope you enjoy these!
Happy Independence!
Amazing brushes!!!!
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Amazing brushes!!!!
Thank you!
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I have recently performed some interesting grafting for a customer of mine. He had some brushes that he liked, but wanted to give them a some flair as well as convert them into barber style brushes. So he had some help cutting off the top parts of the brushes and had me make the bottom parts out of more colorful resins and glue the tops into the bottoms creating barber style brushes. This was the first project of this kind I have done and I think it came out very well. The customer is very happy.
Here are some pictures of the first brush (vintage butterscotch in best badger).
(http://i.imgur.com/pLmBnYS.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/7m4jCxT.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/aItvVPY.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/e7s7zGv.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/A06Ll0k.jpg)
Here is the second brush (modern day custom with two band badger he bought NOT from me).
(http://i.imgur.com/5Tzt3mQ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/QjpY23t.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/zvD4wQu.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/SDCZFXg.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/jqPRejU.jpg)
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I have created a new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/459222890/shaving-brush-dakota-dymnodwood-handle?ref=listings_manager_grid) for my Etsy store. It is made with some of my old stock of Dymondwood and two band finest badger knot. The Dymondwood (proper) is no longer available and this is some of the last of my stash. I still have some left, but after it's gone, it's gone. I have seen similar products on the market, but none is the same as this. This stuff is made of very precisely cut 1/16" layers that are dyed and stabilized with resin. I finished the handle with 9 coats of CA and polished to high gloss. Dymondwood is pretty well waterproof to begin with, but with my CA treatment it's completely sealed. I use CA to seal the knot opening before setting the knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 101mm
Handle: 53mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 26mm bulb shape
Here are the pictures:
(http://i.imgur.com/ic94WyR.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/dkbOLVE.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ILwgZZ0.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/YpZg7HV.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/r9Bd377.jpg)
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Here is another Dymondwood brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/459219462/shaving-brush-timberland-dymnodwood). Same handle finish (9 coats of CA polished to high gloss) and two band badger knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 100mm
Handle: 52mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 26mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/SdfqxnS.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/LVhvh5a.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/x2iYEiW.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/9Supb1U.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/sol97Hq.jpg)
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I have created two new brushes. One is a custom order made with Omega Pro 48 knot and the other is for my Etsy (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave?ref=hdr_shop_menu) shop and is a large, dense two band badger.
Boar custom first. I love making these boar brushes. I use one myself as one of my personal favorites. Those Omega Pro knots are some of the very best boar knots sold. The handle is made with Black olive on the bottom and Moonstone (aka Blue Pearl) on top.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 138mm
Handle: 80mm
Loft: 58mm
Knot: 28mm
(http://i.imgur.com/aXrKExx.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Zwf8OtR.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ZlicddC.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/iImMP0I.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/19BhI9q.jpg)
Now the badger (https://www.etsy.com/listing/460083204/shaving-brush-black-olive-and-gold-coast) in my Etsy shop. This one is made with Black Olive and Gold Coast resins and TGN two band finest fan shaped knot. this is one of the best TGN two band finest knots I have seen and I've been buying knots from then for over 4 years. This one is dense, soft tipped and beautifully shaped.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 125mm
Handle: 73mm
Loft: 52mm
Knot: 29mm
(http://i.imgur.com/des8Eai.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/4XG8nep.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/EbTyQJL.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/AW51WC6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/tzMUPDn.jpg)
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Now the badger (https://www.etsy.com/listing/460083204/shaving-brush-black-olive-and-gold-coast) in my Etsy shop. This one is made with Black Olive and Gold Coast resins and TGN two band finest fan shaped knot. this is one of the best TGN two band finest knots I have seen and I've been buying knots from then for over 4 years. This one is dense, soft tipped and beautifully shaped. Brush Dimensions (approximate): Total height: 125mm Handle: 73mm Loft: 52mm Knot: 29mm (http://i.imgur.com/des8Eai.jpg) (http://i.imgur.com/4XG8nep.jpg) (http://i.imgur.com/EbTyQJL.jpg) (http://i.imgur.com/AW51WC6.jpg) (http://i.imgur.com/tzMUPDn.jpg)
This one is a stunner.
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I have made a brush by custom order. This one is made with Indian Ebony on top, Cocobolo on the bottom and the synthetic "Game Changer" knot.
Approximate dimensions:
Total height: 136mm
Handle height: 83mm
Loft: 53mm
Knot: 29mm
(http://i.imgur.com/qTWIb9y.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/PoBn7n0.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/vylOB4f.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/w4jyXHK.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/8qS4GXi.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/7ygSL9f.jpg)
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I have just finished working on a custom order. This one is in African Blackwood and two band badger knot. Finish is 9 coats of CA sanded and polished to a glass-like shine.
Dimesions:
Total height: 101mm
Handle height: 53mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 28mm
(http://i.imgur.com/R8Aqhil.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/PhtcIfE.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/guLp9CO.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Ia1u6Yj.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/7lbjtRv.jpg)
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I have just finished a new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/462570810/shaving-brush-royal-jacaranda-dymnodwood) for my Etsy shop inventory. This one is made with Royal Jacaranda Dymondwood rod I still have from years ago before the factory burned down. It is now unobtanium and it's too bad. This is wonderful material It's 1/16" thick colored layers of wood stabilized with resin. This material looks like wood, but is really more like resin in all respects. It's waterproof, dense, practically unbreakable and very pretty. I still finish the handles with CA like I would with wood, but only to get that glass-like shine out. The knot opening is also sealed with CA (like on my wooden handles). This one is in Chubby style and has an appropriate 29mm two band knot installed.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 102mm
Handle: 52mm
Loft: 50mm
Knot: 29mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/CYoPUWC.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/pOdEIPN.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/U8en7GV.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6CkEEcA.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/5mgroEJ.jpg)
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I decided to create some brushes from exotic woods. I really love the wood, the way it looks and feels, but for some reason they do not sell as well as resin. Be that as it may, I have decided to go for it. I've created six new brushes. Four badgers and two boars. I will post five of them now and the last in the next day or two. Hope you enjoy these. Please leave useful comments, especially pertaining to your preference of resin to wood or visa versa.
First brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/463570744/exotic-wood-shaving-brush-hand-made-with?ref=listings_manager_grid) is Cocobolo and Ebony combination that I really love. Knot is two band finest.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 121mm
Handle: 70mm
Loft: 51mm
Knot: 28mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/l8wfaAL.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/88GXvaW.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/vbNm0CS.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/FXWCeZx.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Af29tf4.jpg)
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Next up (https://www.etsy.com/listing/477066065/shaving-brush-hand-made-waterproofed) is one of my favorite ways to create a boar brush. Take Omega 49 Pro, harvest the knot, remove the plastic ring and set the loft around 60mm in a beautiful handle. This time the handle is made of Katalox (bottom) and Burmese rosewood. This is a big and beautiful brush. Heavy and comfortable.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 143mm
Handle: 82mm
Loft: 61mm
Knot: 28mm
(http://i.imgur.com/UejiWpc.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/5oetL7F.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/B1s7pQa.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/vJaivn9.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/OQdRHvk.jpg)
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Next, a brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/477076153/exotic-wood-shaving-brush-hand-made-with) made with Burmese Rosewood on the bottom of the handle and Ebony on top. This is a longer handle, great for bowl lathering. Two band finest badger knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 121mm
Handle: 70mm
Loft: 51mm
Knot: 26mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/MVKgNev.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/PUdBZHD.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/86OGtZv.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/czxFq3v.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ZQV8bue.jpg)
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Another Omega boar brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/477085019/shaving-brush-hand-made-waterproofed). Made with Omega 49 Pro knot. This one is done in an Ever-Ready 100T hourglass shape. African Rosewood on the bottom, Resin Burl on top.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 132mm
Handle: 72mm
Loft: 60mm
Knot: 28mm
(http://i.imgur.com/sXg8fZN.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/5XGF0mT.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/bbJUKXT.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/910TrEO.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/lSRsDkN.jpg)
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The last one for today (https://www.etsy.com/listing/463596194/exotic-wood-shaving-brush-hand-made-with) is another Ever-Ready 100T hourglass handle, but this time with an awesome two band finest fan shaped knot. African Blackwood on the bottom, Burmese Rosewood on top.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 107mm
Handle: 58mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 28mm fan shape
(http://i.imgur.com/2mizJpJ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/78LcL5h.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/kELiHw6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/x2JMxcy.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/O2lD0Mt.jpg)
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Another (https://www.etsy.com/listing/477494549/exotic-wood-shaving-brush-hand-made-with) in my series of dual tone wooden brushes. This one has Grey Box Burl on top and Ebony on the bottom. Finish is multiple coats of CA sanded and polished. Two band finest badger knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 116mm
Handle: 67mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 28mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/wt4PqTE.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6xyTMFF.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/wcrA9au.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/UbpuS0t.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/8kCSRPK.jpg)
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Just finished a new brush in Black Peacock resin (https://www.etsy.com/listing/478532769/shaving-brush-black-peacock-resin-handle). Two band finest badger.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 107mm
Handle: 58mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 29mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/k3Xec9k.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/W5ng3L4.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/LyiHLAc.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/d8o9FJS.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/9gCZ9Rw.jpg)
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Just completed a new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/466368340/shaving-brush-molten-metal-resin-handle) for my Etsy store. This one is in "Molten Metal" resin with two band finest badger knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 102mm
Handle: 55mm
Loft: 47mm
Knot: 25mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/PO60cAd.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/dAceQfP.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/sRBw4QZ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/5Ctbb4d.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/db2Qnpl.jpg)
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I just completed two custom brushes.
First is in Butterscotch Pearl with two band finest badger (fan shaped knot)
Brush dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 106mm
Handle height: 58mm
Loft height: 48mm
Knot: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/RLJjxQm.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/vsurlOf.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/NC534OL.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/VzJNYOK.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/RYlpgB8.jpg)
Second one is in Dyna Blue resin with two band finest badger knot.
Brush dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 103mm
Handle height: 55mm
Loft height: 48mm
Knot: 25mm
(http://i.imgur.com/R9h7rrr.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/O2BfpRz.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/uX5YZiA.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/n5d4CAd.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/2ILjrsN.jpg)
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New brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/480106905/shaving-brush-moonstone-and-black) in my Etsy store. This one is made with Moonstone resin on top and Black Peacock on the bottom. Two band finest badger knot.
Brush dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 110mm
Handle height: 60mm
Loft height: 50mm
Knot: 28mm
(http://i.imgur.com/dxAJHYr.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/uGtdvgd.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/v3ijLid.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/962gBqc.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Lyc0ZAr.jpg)
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I have completed a new brush for custom order. This one has Faux Ivory on top and Butterscotch Pearl on the bottom. The knot is the black synthetic.
Brush dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 102mm
Handle height: 53mm
Loft height: 49mm
Knot: 27mm
(http://i.imgur.com/EZuMzms.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/X3z3bXV.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/DqBcza3.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/jI9vzZU.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/IJGdcE9.jpg)
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Just finished a custom brush. Ever-Ready 100 shape with a center bead. Russet Gold resin, two band finest badger knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 105mm
Handle: 54mm
Loft: 51mm
Knot: 28mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/6nMgrEC.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/iPEUIf2.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/58QQRkS.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/jek0UUt.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/WjSQZ9h.jpg)
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I bought some Faux Tortoise Shell stock and have created my first brush with it (https://www.etsy.com/listing/470131746/shaving-brush-tortoise-shell-resin?ref=listings_manager_grid). Two band finest badger knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 107mm
Handle: 59mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 25mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/oO4IOBa.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/069Ekho.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/kFB1rGe.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/NEEcdFA.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/FRaLfE2.jpg)
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I have completed two brushes for a custom order. First one is in Bronze Pearl resin and Black synthetic "Game changer" knot.
Brush dimensions:
Total height: 131mm
Handle height: 79mm
Loft height: 52mm
Knot diameter: 27mm
(http://i.imgur.com/YLtAQY0.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/TBoA8Bl.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6hwVKvy.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/b2XGgPu.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/9W1u2Vy.jpg)
Second one is in Copper Pearl resin and Omega 49 Pro knot.
Brush dimensions:
Total height: 138mm
Handle height: 79mm
Loft height: 59mm
Knot diameter: 27mm
(http://i.imgur.com/gPeTtS4.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/97Smcl8.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/JUTEy0X.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/3xYqYD3.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/dZjJBwY.jpg)
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I have completed a new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/490751219/shaving-brush-russet-and-gold-resin) for my Etsy Shop. this one is made with Russet and Gold resin handle and a two band badger knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 109mm
Handle: 58mm
Loft: 51mm
Knot: 25mm bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/2OBqmVI.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/90nlbDx.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/syhUkVa.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/kDmxZOc.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/q5JFTbQ.jpg)
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I have just taken delivery of a batch of synthetic knots directly from manufacturer. These are the best synthetic knots I have ever tried. I was never a big synthetic fan until I tried one of these. Some call it "the game changer", I and a few fellow brush makers that shared in the purchase of these with me decided to call it Black Onyx Soft Synthetic or BOSS knot. It is 24mm at the puck, which makes a 25mm-26mm brush and is all black in color. The tips are incredibly soft and the most amazing thing about it is the backbone. This thing performs as well as some of the best two band badgers I have tried. It's quite unbelievable.
So, without further ado I introduce my newest batch of brushes made with this knot. I have also acquired some very nice faux tortoise shell stock and am very happy to combine that with the BOSS knot. I think they look gorgeous together in an understated way.
First brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/479098416/shaving-brush-faux-tortoise-shell-resin?ref=listings_manager_grid) available in my Etsy store. Faux Tortoise Shell resin and BOSS knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 102mm
Handle height: 50mm
Loft height: 52mm
Knot: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/zYP7OFM.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/tvMsB7B.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/0mqEqA6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/fppHbHM.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/7g2xtGX.jpg)
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Another Faux Tortoise Shell and BOSS knot brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/492595907/shaving-brush-faux-tortoise-shell-resin).
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 99mm
Handle height: 48mm
Loft height: 51mm
Knot: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/n47FTSI.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/FkxaopN.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/094JFnj.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/0K4DKSt.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/SgVXMYK.jpg)
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And yet another (https://www.etsy.com/listing/479099914/shaving-brush-faux-tortoise-shell-resin) Faux Tortoise Shell with BOSS knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 102mm
Handle height: 51mm
Loft height: 51mm
Knot: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/4iGuWSV.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/g7iFqS4.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/QEXy5JK.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/YOJxRFt.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/pBuN98B.jpg)
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Next brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/492597261/shaving-brush-green-and-gold-resin-lathe) with the BOSS knot is made with Green and Gold resin.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 102mm
Handle height: 50mm
Loft height: 52mm
Knot: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/BAK1zLR.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/n5hg2ca.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/o6bXqdl.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/LyUpzMa.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hM2EBXy.jpg)
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This one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/479096270/shaving-brush-butterscotch-resin-lathe) is made with Butterscotch resin and the BOSS knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 102mm
Handle height: 50mm
Loft height: 52mm
Knot: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/ZsL9HVv.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/W4FBxm1.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/c8EnJY4.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/BISzCZ4.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/cXIQGOd.jpg)
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Now back to my beloved two band finest badger. This brush (http://Brush Dimensions (approximate): Total height: 96mm Handle: 47mm Loft: 49mm Knot: 25mm Bulb shape) is made with resin material called Golden Black and I think it is absolutely stunning in person. As always, the photos just don't do it justice.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 96mm
Handle: 47mm
Loft: 49mm
Knot: 25mm Bulb shape
(http://i.imgur.com/RxaBKm7.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Dig6eqV.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XK6EjAQ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/yIa187Y.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/AdRnUf6.jpg)
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Just completed a custom order. Molten Metal resin and two band finest badger.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 102mm
Handle: 54mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/iZRKzI6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ly8qBDZ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/IrNpt7p.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ywxNWg2.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ucugT1Z.jpg)
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And a new BOSS knot brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/480452664/shaving-brush-molten-metal-resin-lathe) for my Etsy shop. Molten Metal resin handle.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 101mm
Handle: 53mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/7gIdRz0.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/O4tIQrN.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/LwBdtcU.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/NtA5FHR.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/S3KrNUg.jpg)
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I have completed two shaving brushes for a custom order.
First one is made with cocobolo wood and finished in 9-12 coats of CA, sanded and polished to high gloss. TGN three band premium silvertip knot.
Dimensions:
Total height: 126mm
Handle height: 76mm
Loft height: 50mm
Knot diameter: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/gTc2age.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/42V83i7.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/kEXaFkW.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/FsW00zT.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/HgCDICs.jpg)
Second brush is made with Faux Tortoise Shell resin and TGN synthetic knot.
Dimensions:
Total height: 128mm
Handle height: 78mm
Loft height: 50mm
Knot diameter: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/xWYNNOW.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/PlsJUFZ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/dheWywi.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/lzZRN6P.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/4udySCQ.jpg)
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I have had a lot of custom work lately. Here is the next one.
Pastel Dream resin handle and Black Onyx Soft Synthetic (BOSS) knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/CXLokqc.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/HDFffJC.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/YExIZtY.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/y7Kh6x6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/8UhLyAK.jpg)
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Next one is a Keythole Blue and Gold handle with two band finest knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/as4BFFr.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/PhUTE2E.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/gQH8swc.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/aA2TQwR.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/5M1ge9F.jpg)
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This one is in Elegance resin handle and three band synthetic from TGN.
(http://i.imgur.com/R1f6LuY.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Qxa0YT2.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/KzB4FqW.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/KkFcofI.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/TecvkaZ.jpg)
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Ocean Mist resin and TGN silvertip
(http://i.imgur.com/3f6Eeg0.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/zbPI0pV.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/8ip6pnx.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6RJpWbZ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/MFibWyN.jpg)
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This is a Peacock resin with the BOSS knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/dQ2B9mK.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/J5QWeqP.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/UmkglpK.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Fok8pqF.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/rfH5EMu.jpg)
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This one is in Bronze and Violet resin with the Omega 49 Pro knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/VNmKS5p.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/jjaV71f.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/5QvxHgr.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/me5aDEr.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/lTDMGCX.jpg)
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This is a hybrid of resin and wood. Faux Ivory resin and Cocobolo wood. Two band finest badger knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/lCPKCCO.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/5RH7aQv.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/8LY31Jd.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/T0ZaCOo.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/eHWoj6O.jpg)
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Peacock resin and two band finest badger on this one.
(http://i.imgur.com/9PcK3sS.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/njZ3SQf.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Kwm9HQI.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/AO8cKAY.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/woLXNQ4.jpg)
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Watery Abyss resin handle and the BOSS knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/U6IkSBo.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/0v7IKm6.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XLoyxE8.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/E34ao69.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/2JWx7lB.jpg)
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Black Peacock and Peacock resins, Two band Manchurian fan shaped knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/7Q9Z7Er.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/iH7Qool.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/OFioEdG.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Olf71bP.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/yN8ENbj.jpg)
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Beautifull work.
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Congrats
huge work
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Damn fine work indeed! Very enticing... hehehe
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I have completed two custom brushes.
First one is a boar brush made with a knot from Omega 49 Pro brush (harvested from a brand-new brush). The resin is Blue and Gold.
Dimensions:
Total height: 115mm
Handle height: 56mm
Loft height: 59mm
Knot diameter: 28mm
(http://i.imgur.com/fcyFwYN.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/UufYlPA.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/j1cBE5E.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/9NIemLf.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/q1lTMqU.jpg)
Second brush is a two band badger in Faux Ivory with a Butterscotch Pearl center ring.
Dimensions:
Total height: 106mm
Handle height: 55mm
Loft height: 51mm
Knot diameter: 30mm
(http://i.imgur.com/gEp15Eh.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/S3PjpC7.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/GjbLB1C.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/V4hDynr.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Xn8lRLu.jpg)
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Stunning... both of them. But the second one specially is an absolute tease for me! haha
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I have finished another custom brush. This one has a Faux Tortoise Shell on top and Grey Box Burl on the bottom part. The knot was provided by the customer and is a 30mm two band finest badger unit.
Dimensions of the brush:
Total height: 106mm
Handle height: 54mm
Loft height: 52mm
Knot diameter: 32mm
(http://i.imgur.com/FDhz6Ow.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/n6p8P0D.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XEB3bXE.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/GkyVuUZ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6KXYBL6.jpg)
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I have completed two more customs.
First is in Butterscotch Pearl and Faux Tortoise Shell (ring) resin and two band finest badger.
Dimensions:
Total height: 118mm
Handle height: 68mm
Loft height: 50mm
Knot diameter: 30mm
(http://i.imgur.com/M1VGipm.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/SuzrhqK.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/vARF7Ty.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/8XKwE7s.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/GIKuxnz.jpg)
Second one is in Faux Ivory with Butterscotch Pearl (ring) and Omega boar knot.
Dimensions:
Total height: 118mm
Handle height: 59mm
Loft height: 59mm
Knot diameter: 27mm
(http://i.imgur.com/njuHQ5S.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/MMCEV54.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/3mViXpQ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/eyUzKvo.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/F0od1Wp.jpg)
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Just completed two more customs.
First one is from Black Olive resin and sports a knot harvested from a Satin Tip the Purest brush.
Dimensions:
Total height: 95mm
Handle height: 47mm
Loft height: 48mm
Knot diameter: 22mm
(http://i.imgur.com/AllZOhb.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/2f6VofK.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/S3p0pcG.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/HplVmAj.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/mRVf5gS.jpg)
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A custom brush in Watery Abyss and Black Onyx Soft Synthetic (BOSS) knot.
Dimensions:
Total height: 105mm
Handle height: 55mm
Loft height: 50mm
Knot diameter: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/sDZL3B4.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/9Rq047q.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/2H8XwIU.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/G7nX7uY.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/JXJdQsG.jpg)
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Absolutely gorgeous the black olive one! Fantastic work on both of them.
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I have made some new brushes for my Etsy shop (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave). Here are some pictures, links and descriptions of them. Feel free to browse my shop and ask questions.
This one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/512626169/shaving-brush-elegance-resin-handle-hand) is is made with "Elegance" resin handle and two band finest badger knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 104mm
Handle: 56mm
Loft: 48mm
Knot: 25mm
(http://i.imgur.com/TT3TEel.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/MWGglPE.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/0WBe5qq.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/SzSIfjD.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/QlbjwyO.jpg)
This one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/499143600/shaving-brush-amethyst-resin-lathe) is has a handle made with "Amethyst" resin and sports the Black Onyx Soft Synthetic (BOSS) knot
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 105mm
Handle height: 56mm
Loft height: 49mm
Knot: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/jcapo2J.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/aMd2kZa.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/V4XzJFZ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/fjl5h4p.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/or9bp5k.jpg)
Next is a brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/499144826/shaving-brush-ocean-mist-resin-lathe) in "Ocean Mist" resin and a BOSS knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 111mm
Handle height: 60mm
Loft height: 51mm
Knot: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/KboHq1Y.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/EywtEJi.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/o93XxeV.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/DwSoHAB.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/IYiByDX.jpg)
This one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/512630321/shaving-brush-white-pearl-and-golden) is made with "White Pearl" and "Golden Black" resins and a BOSS knot.
Brush Dimensions (approximate):
Total height: 106mm
Handle height: 56mm
Loft height: 50mm
Knot: 26mm
(http://i.imgur.com/VjgDpfN.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/bTK3O9x.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/oKozM5f.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/25faRyd.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/EYi7J6I.jpg)
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I have completed two brushes with the BOSS (Black Onyx Soft Synthetic) knot. This has become a favorite of mine lately. It is super good, absolutely consistent unit to unit and is really beautiful looking.
First brush is by custom order and is in "Jungle Moss" resin.
(http://i.imgur.com/ZdRpsZE.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/DIxFFhW.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/I0kQI4s.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/PsqLJpg.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/EtNvVqI.jpg)
Second one is in one-off "Vampire Red" resin, which is not likely to be available again. This one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/515905219/shaving-brush-vampire-resin-one-off) is for my Etsy store.
(http://i.imgur.com/V5SrPEn.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/oLnUPr9.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/FASXZyF.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/R45Bbvg.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/fpTiyMQ.jpg)
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Just finished a handle for custom order and two new brushes for my Etsy shop (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave).
Here is the handle. This one is Black Peacock and Peacock resins.
(http://i.imgur.com/qnHEzpX.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/oVihUfn.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/5eveSJg.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/y2T1n90.jpg)
A new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/503555536/shaving-brush-spring-mist-resin-lathe) in the Etsy shop. This one is in "Spring Mist" resin and sports a BOSS knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/2JFTXUW.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ClMwplX.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hog0OKs.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/u3V61S8.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/rHZpFaE.jpg)
Another new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/503559456/shaving-brush-tie-die-resin-lathe-turned) in the shop is made with "Tie-die" resin and BOSS knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/Z2GdJAI.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/rguFl40.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/rYk6s3c.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/9vFGuTE.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/TejyuBr.jpg)
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Got a few new brushes done.
First one is for a custom order. Made with Purple and Gold resin and BOSS knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/xfe1JW7.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/s0NPeOG.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ALb4OVi.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/PKsJKDY.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/lneYOta.jpg)
Next one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/520225945/shaving-brush-emerald-green-resin-lathe?ref=listings_manager_grid) is for my Etsy store. Emerald Green resin, BOSS knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/XR2YJYz.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/jaT7dOu.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/pBlB6Kb.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/gez5IJW.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/yL68OVU.jpg)
Another one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/520226439/shaving-brush-molten-metal-resin-lathe?ref=listings_manager_grid) for my Etsy store. Molten Metal resin and BOSS knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/ThJq2L3.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/SxTv7R7.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/yDem04p.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/165R8nw.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/MTrNhUU.jpg)
And another (https://www.etsy.com/listing/520226863/shaving-brush-watery-abyss-resin-lathe?ref=listings_manager_grid) for the Etsy store. Watery Abyss resin and BOSS knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/9pCUQDK.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ltLF9tn.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/8cYKkLU.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/4u8JUMe.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/nT83VUI.jpg)
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Excellent work!
Congrats
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I just finished four brushes for my Etsy shop.
First one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/507373962/shaving-brush-abalone-resin-lathe-turned?ref=listings_manager_grid) is made with "Abalone" resin and BOISS knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/4pXaxx3.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/PcsvMXq.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/lZuPoWy.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/i6TjOZI.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/U5b8ZOa.jpg)
Next one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/521183453/shaving-brush-black-olive-resin-lathe?ref=listings_manager_grid) is made with "Black Olive" resin and BOSS knot
(http://i.imgur.com/0YBmS3S.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ArHqSUC.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/LoWg65d.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/pVHyKlH.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/okxibJd.jpg)
Next up is a brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/507375220/shaving-brush-elegance-resin-lathe?ref=listings_manager_grid) in "Elegance" resin and BOSS knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/1XhbGOh.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/3fiVHmd.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/vsZhyI7.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/XKy93HP.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/934L26v.jpg)
Last, but not least, we have a brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/521184199/shaving-brush-faux-tortoise-shell-resin?ref=listings_manager_grid) in Faux Tortoise Shell and BOSS knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/2DIN2as.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Q8vHxP1.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/20wxk0a.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/NOEGM3x.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/CX2Ltif.jpg)
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I completed two brushes for my Etsy shop and one brush handle for a custom order.
The handle is made with "Black Peacock" resin.
(http://i.imgur.com/CeT0uaA.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/YMylE2S.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/prQ84FR.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/5wlJdXV.jpg)
This brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/521632545/shaving-brush-tidye-resin-lathe-turned?ref=listings_manager_grid) is in my Etsy shop and is made with "Tiedye" resin and BOSS knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/574aoRO.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/khrffb8.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/k3vxCpR.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Hta9z8Q.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/D3gYqfK.jpg)
This one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/521632057/shaving-brush-golden-black-resin-lathe) is made with "Golden Black" resin and BOSS knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/urhQAVj.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/xpwAIsu.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Gu1YZ5t.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/qLEevCL.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/R4JNIKh.jpg)
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I have completed a few new brushes for my Etsy shop (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave?ref=hdr_shop_menu).
This one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/526999959/shaving-brush-marble-resin-lathe-turned?ref=listings_manager_grid) is made of "Marble" resin and BOSS knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/ItTibAp.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/f5yryl1.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/W04Rep1.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/hB0tgTM.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/MKw1Tme.jpg)
This one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/513191066/shaving-brush-black-and-gold-resin-lathe?ref=listings_manager_grid) is made with Black and Gold resin and BOSS knot
(http://i.imgur.com/GQgaRXw.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/DO3Rjzl.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/m0vqAtg.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/JfswXqM.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/6ZmCjj9.jpg)
This one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/513194746/shaving-brush-purple-and-gold-resin?ref=listings_manager_grid) is from Purple and Gold resin and BOSS knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/Pv0bHDN.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/JxFyD30.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ZHX3XDU.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/NSAlQyo.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/X8x4kfk.jpg)
And last, but not least, a huge badger brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/513188170/large-shaving-brush-black-blue-and?ref=listings_manager_grid). This one has a 32mm two band badger knot and a really large handle. The handle measures 49mm in diameter at the widest point at the bottom. The resin is Black Blue and Purple.
(http://i.imgur.com/WdZNjvh.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ruQbqSL.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ClRuIwN.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/qQpTLt7.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/JDTVf66.jpg)
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I just completed a small travel brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/520100114/travel-shaving-brush-tortoise-shell?ref=listings_manager_grid). The handle is Faux Tortoise Shell and the knot is TGN two band finest.
(http://i.imgur.com/FkDru8x.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/BXCIcnV.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/FcXZpzC.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/mEKzqVk.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/TuzGlMt.jpg)
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Three new brushes in my Etsy store.
First one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/525457734/shaving-brush-black-and-blue-resin-lathe?ref=listings_manager_grid) is in Black and Blue custom resin with a BOSS knot.
(http://i.imgur.com/jaJNDxc.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/JiCLhIx.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/MSuWYVJ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/kz6eqKK.jpg)
Second one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/539267325/shaving-brush-marble-resin-lathe-turned?ref=listings_manager_grid) is in Black and White resin (marble) with a Tuxedo synthetic knot. This is the first brush I made with this excellent knot. It is very similar to BOSS, but slightly different in shape and obviously coloring.
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Last, but not least (https://www.etsy.com/listing/539269829/shaving-brush-black-and-gold-resin-lathe?ref=listings_manager_grid), one of my favorite boar knots, one harvested from Omega 49 Pro. This one is in a Black and Gold resin.
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They're all soo beautiful. It's just a shame that shipping costs are soooo expensive :(
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Just finished a brush by custom order. Tie-Die resin with Elite Manchurian White two band badger fan knot.
Dimensions:
Total height: 120mm
Handle: 70mm
Loft: 50mm
Knot: 30mm
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I added two new brushes to my Etsy shop today. Please check them out.
First one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/564282287/shaving-brush-blue-and-gold-resin?ref=listings_manager_grid) is a Keyhole in Blue and Gold resin with a two band finest knot.
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The second one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/550492236/mixed-media-shaving-brush-hand-made-with?ref=listings_manager_grid) is available as a "Handle Only" or with a choice of four knots. BOSS synthetic, Tuxedo synthetic, TGN two bad finest fan or Elite Manchurian White bulb.
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Another new brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/550773852/mixed-media-shaving-brush-hand-made-with) in my Etsy store. This one is Maple wood and Tie-Die resin with choice of knots: BOSS, Tuxedo, TGN finest fan or Elite Manchurian bulb.
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I have created two similar, but different brushes. I was kind of taken with the beauty of the combinations produced, so I went with some experimental techniques.
Here is the first one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/557316438/shaving-brush-hand-made-with-renaissance?ref=listings_manager_grid). Black Olive resin on top, Renaissance on the bottom and Crushed Cranberry (red wine) for a ring accent. I have cut the bottom part in two and flipped the parts end for end to obtain a sort-of a Yin-Yang effect. I thought it worked well in this case. I inserted a thin black line to delineate the transition between the halves. This piece is offered with a choice of knots: BOSS, Tuxedo, TGN two band or Elite Manchurian.
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Second brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/571119531/shaving-brush-hand-made-with-renaissance?ref=listings_manager_grid) is more traditional with no vertical splits. Resins are: Golden Black on top, Renaissance on the bottom and Crushed Cranberry (red wine) for the ring accent. This one is also offered in choice of knots or as "handle only".
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Two new brushes (https://www.etsy.com/listing/561905784/shaving-brush-hand-made-with-money-resin?ref=listings_manager_grid) in my Etsy store. The two are identical. Made with shredded US currency resin in Chubby style. Choice of knots available. Please check it out!
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A brush by custom order. Muave Coral, Emerald Green and Royal Harvest resins. Tuxedo synthetic knot.
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I added some brushes last week and did not update this thread. So here they are.
Acrylic Acetate Prisma (https://www.etsy.com/listing/574938217/shaving-brush-hand-made-with-prisma?ref=listings_manager_grid). First time using this material. It is very clear, almost optical quality. Very interesting effects. Available with a choice of knots.
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Blue Agate TruStone and Burmese Rosewood (https://www.etsy.com/listing/574936049/mixed-media-shaving-brush-hand-made-with?ref=listings_manager_grid) with a choice of knots.
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Silver Venom resin with choice of knots (https://www.etsy.com/listing/561137342/shaving-brush-hand-made-with-silver?ref=listings_manager_grid). Really beautiful resin I never used before. I really like it.
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I have been pretty busy in the brush making shop and have created a few more brushes including four in a holiday series. These are all available now in my Etsy shop (https://www.etsy.com/shop/LoveYourShave).
I will make a separate post for each brush, but feel free to browse my shop and do not hesitate to contact me with questions and/or comments.
Happy holidays!
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This is another brush made with Inferno resin (https://www.etsy.com/listing/565397034/shaving-brush-hand-made-with-inferno). The first one I made didn't last a day in my shop, so I decided to follow up with another one since this material really is HOT! Choice of knots available
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Also another beauty (https://www.etsy.com/listing/565399674/shaving-brush-hand-made-with-faux) that never made it into my shop before being bought. This one is made with Faux Tortoise Shell resin on the bottom, Butterscotch Pearl on top and Copper Pearl accent ring. Choice of knots available.
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Now for the holiday series. This is a series of brush in what I consider festive winter holiday season colors. Of course, these can be used year round, but I was inspired by the season for these color schemes. Enjoy!
First one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/579210621/shaving-brush-spring-mist-and-crushed) of the holiday series is a bit of an outlier as it differs from the other three in shape and scheme, but I thought it made a great holiday brush. The resins are Spring Green for the main body and Crushed Cranberry for the accent ring. Choice of knots available.
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Next three brushes are very similar with variations in colors of the handle elements.
This brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/565404068/shaving-brush-hand-made-with-crushed) features Crushed Cranberry on the bottom, Emerald Green on top and Sparkle Gold accent ring. Choice of knots available.
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This one (https://www.etsy.com/listing/565409548/shaving-brush-hand-made-with-muave-coral) has Muave Coral on the bottom, Sparkle Gold on tops and Emerald Green accent ring.
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This next brush (https://www.etsy.com/listing/565411154/shaving-brush-hand-made-with-sparkle) features Sparkle Gold on the bottom, Crushed Cranberry on top and Emerald Green accent ring. Choice of knots available.
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I have registered a domain love-your-shave.com (http://www.love-your-shave.com) and redirecting it to my Etsy store.
To celebrate, I am running a store-wide 15% off sale right now. No coupon necessary. Happy holidays!
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I have acquired some new resin blanks from a gent that has decided to get out of the brush making. He poured his own resin and had some supplies left over after his decision. He used up the supplies to pour out some of his last blanks and offered to sell the results to me. I gladly accepted the offer as his blanks are simply outstanding in beauty and quality.
I have been doing some experimentation with the new blanks to develop some shapes for this series. There are limited number of blanks and I am thinking of making them into a series. I have made 5 shapes as studies and would like to hear some comments. The colors I chose for the studies are light and cheery, but there are plenty of dark and vibrant colors in there, so I am more interested in comments on shapes and sizes rather than colors. Suffice it to say the colors and sparkleness of these blanks are amazing. You will want to stay tuned to see them.
Hare is a bad phone picture of the first five (studies of shapes, basically). What appeals to you? Imagine vibrant colors like black and red, with metallic gold, copper, silver, etc.
The height of these handles is about 70mm and the diameter between 37mm and 39mm at the widest part. They are all drilled with 1" (25.4mm) which accomodates a 24mm knot very well. There is ample room for knots up to 28mm, I believe. I want to stick with 24mm for now (final brush is a 26mm brush, so a really good all-around size) as I have many wonderful 24mm synthetic knots. BOSS and Tuxedo to crown these with. But there is definitely room for larger knots.
So please check them out and give me some feedback. These will most likely go on sale in my Etsy store aw www.Love-Your-Shave.com in the beginning of the New Year.
I will get better pictures of these with some knots dry-fitted for a better illustration, but still pictures really don't do this stuff justice. They are mesmerizing.
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Just completed this one for a custom order. Abyss and Blue Pearl resins, Elite Manchurian white fan knot.
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I am launching a series of brushes called the Swirl Series. They are going to be made with very special resins. This series is going to be limited to about 35 brushes. Some blanks are unique and others have 2-4 similar patterns. Once these blanks are gone, they are gone and no more will be available in the near future. These resin blanks are amazingly beautiful. You are going to want to keep an eye out for the new releases. They are going to be amazing!
Here is the first one. This one is in Blue and Red Swirl. Handle is about 70mm tall and has a knot opening of 1" (25.4mm) in diameter and about 19mm deep. Choice of knots is offered or a handle-only.
Love-Your-Shave.com (http://www.love-your-shave.com)
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Second one in the Swirl series is this Sea and Silver brush. It's about 70mm tall and has a 1" (25.4mm) diameter knot opening drilled about 18mm deep. Available with choice of knots or as handle-only.
Love-Your-Shave.com (http://www.love-your-shave.com)
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Two more in the "Swirl" series. Available at Love-Your-Shave.com (http://love-your-shave.com)
Copper and black.
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Blue and Silver
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Another new brush in my Etsy shop. Jade and Silver resin. Choice of knots or handle only. Handle is about 70mm tall.
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Another new brush in my Etsy shop. This one is in Blue and Silver and is available with choice of knots or as handle only.
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