Simpson Brushes Appreciation Thread
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p.b
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Yes - I was using my CH2 Super last week thinking it's an ideal knot, but wouldn't be be good in a Captain or Colonel sized handle (not a Polo - I tried a Polo 8 and even that was ridiculous).
Northam Saint
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I have a B3, Milk churn and a Chubby 2 Synthetic. The Chubby I’d state as being the best out of the three. I nabbed that when they were on offer on Amazon great synthetic knot.
Dave-the-rave
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Mark posted recently that they were in the pipe line.Dear Simpson/Vulfix. Please make a Chubby 3 Synthetic. Thanks
Thanks. Wasn’t aware of that but that’s great news!
I have Chubby 2 Synthetic and it's my favourite brush.
I'd like to get a Chubby 2 or Chubb 3 in best badger or super badger, is there much difference between the 2 hairs? I can't get Manchurian as it's too expensive for me! I don't have any banshee brushes and only want one. I think chubby 3 might be too big.
I'd like to get a Chubby 2 or Chubb 3 in best badger or super badger, is there much difference between the 2 hairs? I can't get Manchurian as it's too expensive for me! I don't have any banshee brushes and only want one. I think chubby 3 might be too big.
I’ve never tried the best but the super is a great knot.
Hi all,
Some help please! I'm thinking of getting a Chubby 2 synthetic but I'm a bit confused. Let me give an example:
www.simpsonshavingbrushes.com
www.executive-shaving.co.uk
Some observations from the above:
- Considerable price difference! The official shop is quite more expensive than other retailers (executive shaving is a random example). This is a bit surprising considering that e.g. Chubby 2 Super Badger is similarly priced as with other retailers. Could it be that the synthetic is some newer version other shops don't yet have?
- The executive shaving site must have an older picture of the synthetic since it's labeled Synthetic Badger, while the official site (and others) label it Synthetic Bristle. The latest one if Synthetic Bristle, right?
- Executive shaving mentions the loft approximately 52mm, while the official site 50mm. Others mention 49mm.
Here's the main issue: from what I've read and for my personal liking I believe 50mm is too short for this kind of knot. I'm afraid it won't splay easily. So the 52mm seems better. Point is, will it be 52 or given the approximate measures it could also be 50 or even less? What loft size do you find best for this kind of brush? From other post I think I saw some say that even 54mm is better. But to get this loft size it's probably best to check with the official shop if they have such a brush or they plan to produce one. I don't think one can have such an expectation from a retailer because they get whatever Simpsons provides them.
Which brings me to the second question: is there a point to buy from the manufacturer given the higher prices? The only one I can think of is what I mentioned above, asking for a different knot. On the other hand, if e.g. executive shaving already has higher loft brushes which are also cheaper then there's not much to think about.
What do you think?
Some help please! I'm thinking of getting a Chubby 2 synthetic but I'm a bit confused. Let me give an example:
Shop
Executive Shaving Medium Synthetic Shaving Brush with Black Handle
Buy the Executive Shaving Medium Synthetic Shaving Brush with Black Handle. Packed full of soft synthetic fibres housed in a black resin handle. Order by 3pm for same day dispatch.
www.executive-shaving.co.uk
Some observations from the above:
- Considerable price difference! The official shop is quite more expensive than other retailers (executive shaving is a random example). This is a bit surprising considering that e.g. Chubby 2 Super Badger is similarly priced as with other retailers. Could it be that the synthetic is some newer version other shops don't yet have?
- The executive shaving site must have an older picture of the synthetic since it's labeled Synthetic Badger, while the official site (and others) label it Synthetic Bristle. The latest one if Synthetic Bristle, right?
- Executive shaving mentions the loft approximately 52mm, while the official site 50mm. Others mention 49mm.
Here's the main issue: from what I've read and for my personal liking I believe 50mm is too short for this kind of knot. I'm afraid it won't splay easily. So the 52mm seems better. Point is, will it be 52 or given the approximate measures it could also be 50 or even less? What loft size do you find best for this kind of brush? From other post I think I saw some say that even 54mm is better. But to get this loft size it's probably best to check with the official shop if they have such a brush or they plan to produce one. I don't think one can have such an expectation from a retailer because they get whatever Simpsons provides them.
Which brings me to the second question: is there a point to buy from the manufacturer given the higher prices? The only one I can think of is what I mentioned above, asking for a different knot. On the other hand, if e.g. executive shaving already has higher loft brushes which are also cheaper then there's not much to think about.
What do you think?
Dave-the-rave
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They are all the same fibres so no newer version in that regard. The handle marked badger not bristle might just be an older handle.
Mine are all 50mm. Mark at Simpsons says any variation is just due to whoever made the knot.
Buy it with confidence from Executive shaving if it's cheaper. No reason not to. I believe Simpson used to set knots on request but stopped doing it. Some on their web site marked at 48mm and most at 50mm. The executive shaving brush may or may not be exactly 52mm so I'd email and ask if it's important to you.
Mine are all 50mm. Mark at Simpsons says any variation is just due to whoever made the knot.
Buy it with confidence from Executive shaving if it's cheaper. No reason not to. I believe Simpson used to set knots on request but stopped doing it. Some on their web site marked at 48mm and most at 50mm. The executive shaving brush may or may not be exactly 52mm so I'd email and ask if it's important to you.
Hogan
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Wow lovely family
Shave to the grave
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Two Simpsons & a vintage Gillette re knotted by Simpsons.
All best badger.
All best badger.
Northam Saint
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On price last year that Chubby Synthetic went down on Amazon to £46.21 ! I got one at that price and it’s I’d say my best brush. It was a strange price difference at as good as half price.Hi all,
Some help please! I'm thinking of getting a Chubby 2 synthetic but I'm a bit confused. Let me give an example:
Shop
Executive Shaving Medium Synthetic Shaving Brush with Black Handle
Buy the Executive Shaving Medium Synthetic Shaving Brush with Black Handle. Packed full of soft synthetic fibres housed in a black resin handle. Order by 3pm for same day dispatch.
Some observations from the above:
- Considerable price difference! The official shop is quite more expensive than other retailers (executive shaving is a random example). This is a bit surprising considering that e.g. Chubby 2 Super Badger is similarly priced as with other retailers. Could it be that the synthetic is some newer version other shops don't yet have?
- The executive shaving site must have an older picture of the synthetic since it's labeled Synthetic Badger, while the official site (and others) label it Synthetic Bristle. The latest one if Synthetic Bristle, right?
- Executive shaving mentions the loft approximately 52mm, while the official site 50mm. Others mention 49mm.
Here's the main issue: from what I've read and for my personal liking I believe 50mm is too short for this kind of knot. I'm afraid it won't splay easily. So the 52mm seems better. Point is, will it be 52 or given the approximate measures it could also be 50 or even less? What loft size do you find best for this kind of brush? From other post I think I saw some say that even 54mm is better. But to get this loft size it's probably best to check with the official shop if they have such a brush or they plan to produce one. I don't think one can have such an expectation from a retailer because they get whatever Simpsons provides them.
Which brings me to the second question: is there a point to buy from the manufacturer given the higher prices? The only one I can think of is what I mentioned above, asking for a different knot. On the other hand, if e.g. executive shaving already has higher loft brushes which are also cheaper then there's not much to think about.
What do you think?