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Post by razorhound on Jan 1, 2018 10:42:59 GMT -6
Happy New Year! What is everybody's take on synthetic? I have three vintage handles that I am mulling over sending one to Whipped Dog to have a synthetic knot put in. I am guessing there is no rehabilitating the old dried bristles in a vintage once they get brittle and shedding bad?
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Post by twhite on Jan 1, 2018 11:29:23 GMT -6
I for one am a recent covert. My preferred was Boar. I still love the feeling of Boar.
Synthetics are able to produce superb lather so effortlessly. They also come in so many color variations. You are able to really make your handles look fantastic.
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Post by wchnu on Jan 1, 2018 17:49:34 GMT -6
I like the newer ones. Like Tom said they are great looking. I get good lathers from them. They will not replace my boar or horse though. I say get a few. I do not think you will be dissapointed.
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Post by GarnerPW on Jan 1, 2018 18:23:32 GMT -6
Why not get some synthetic knots from Maggards and do it yourself?
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zykris
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Post by zykris on Jan 1, 2018 21:54:43 GMT -6
I've tried boar, badger, horse and synthetic knots. Synthetics are at the top for my prefered use. Easy to maintain, make a great lather and come in a huge variety that can satisfy the curious. Cheap too.
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Post by birdlives on Jan 1, 2018 23:34:30 GMT -6
I like the newer ones. Like Tom said they are great looking. I get good lathers from them. They will not replace my boar or horse though. I say get a few. I do not think you will be dissapointed. Well you did say "everyone" so I feel compelled to answer....Well.....I agree with this guys statement above....With the emphasis on "They will not replace my .....horse though." And I agree with Tom...They do look great, and they do whip up good lather....I'm just not wild for the face feel... Maybe you should get a Vie-Long Chachurro horse, an Omega Boar and a synthetic knot for this one....Then do some shave-offs and let us know your opinions...You know this idea sounds like fun...};^)) And I know, I'd love to read what conclusions you come up with....
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Post by wchnu on Jan 1, 2018 23:51:05 GMT -6
I like the newer ones. Like Tom said they are great looking. I get good lathers from them. They will not replace my boar or horse though. I say get a few. I do not think you will be dissapointed. Well you did say "everyone" so I feel compelled to answer....Well.....I agree with this guys statement above....With the emphasis on "They will not replace my .....horse though." And I agree with Tom...They do look great, and they do whip up good lather....I'm just not wild for the face feel... Maybe you should get a Vie-Long Chachurro horse, an Omega Boar and a synthetic knot for this one....Then do some shave-offs and let us know your opinions...You know this idea sounds like fun...};^)) And I know, I'd love to read what conclusions you come up with.... Sir Bird order of the Toady...and enabler extraordinary.
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Post by poppi on Jan 2, 2018 7:10:26 GMT -6
I am into synthetics to the point that my badger/boar brushes wonder if they've been orphaned or what.
I find the synthetics easier to use, quicker to dry, produce prodigious amounts of lather easily and are cheaper than high end badgers or even some boars or horsehair.
Yup, I like 'em
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Post by corto on Jan 2, 2018 8:52:52 GMT -6
As everyone else I also find the synthetics a great knot to add to anyone's brush stable. It's a lather monster, consistently forming a fast lather whichever method you use (face/bowl/mixed). It dries very quickly and their price compared with natural hair is very competitive. And there are several colours that you can choose to compliment those handles.
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Post by wchnu on Jan 2, 2018 22:32:31 GMT -6
I am into synthetics to the point that my badger/boar brushes wonder if they've been orphaned or what. I find the synthetics easier to use, quicker to dry, produce prodigious amounts of lather easily and are cheaper than high end badgers or even some boars or horsehair. Yup, I like 'em Ummm hey...pssssstttttt. Got any good boars to get rid of. Hummmmmm.
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Post by fram773 on Jan 2, 2018 23:35:46 GMT -6
They’re the best kind of brush. Ruthlessly efficient, it just works. Absolutely the least hassle of brush to use and most hygienic.
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Post by razorhound on Jan 23, 2018 17:04:41 GMT -6
I guess I got distracted for a couple of weeks by a few of life's inconvenient realities.Thanks for all the great replies.
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Post by wchnu on Jan 23, 2018 17:10:24 GMT -6
I guess I got distracted for a couple of weeks by a few of life's inconvenient realities.Thanks for all the great replies. Happens to all of us. Hope things are ok!
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Post by razorhound on Jan 23, 2018 17:12:31 GMT -6
Why not get some synthetic knots from Maggards and do it yourself? Just assumed it would require some degree of experience and mystical knowledge of brushes that i do not posses to do so without botching it up. What might the steps be to remove the old knot? I assume you just glue the new knot in? I know I could probably google this but for the sake of conversation I will ask here.
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Post by GarnerPW on Jan 23, 2018 19:25:33 GMT -6
Why not get some synthetic knots from Maggards and do it yourself? Just assumed it would require some degree of experience and mystical knowledge of brushes that i do not posses to do so without botching it up. What might the steps be to remove the old knot? I assume you just glue the new knot in? I know I could probably google this but for the sake of conversation I will ask here. All I can only tell what I do. Now mind you I have only been doing brushes for a short time. I also have to state that I have hosed up more vintage bruahes then I have successfully finished. First I cut bristles off at the top of the handle. Then I use a drill press to drill out the rest of the knot with a forstner drill bit. You can then make the hole bigger by drilling out some more. This is where I mess up the handles. I do not get the hole centered on the handle. Once you get the hole your required size you can start working on the outside of the handle. When you get ready to set the new knot there are two ways that most use that I am aware of, set the knot using epoxy or set it using silicone. Now each type has pro's & con's. The pro's for epoxy is that it sets quickly and can be used after twenty-four hours. The bond achieved with epoxy is also very strong. It is these two properties that I believe epoxy is the choice of setting a knot in plastic vintage handles. The con's are also that epoxy is a very strong. If you ever want to replace the knot again you will have to drill it out or break the handle away from the knot. The pro's for silicone is that it is more forgiving. Even after 24hrs the knot can be pulled out and adjusted. I like using silicone on wood handles because of the water proof quality you get with silicone. I coat the inside of the hole for the knot with silicone. If you ever want to replace the knot you can remove it by giving it a good twist and the proper amount of torque. Con's for silicone is that it takes a week for it to fully set up. I have had a knot fall out of a handle on me before. I now let my brushes set for a full week before giving them up for re-homing. With all of this my suggestion is to pick up some cheap vintage brushes and try to replace the knot. As always I am not a professional and this has just been my $0.02. Maybe some of the others here that have re-done some brushes can chime in.
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