Best Synthetic Knot?

[Gairdner]

I love the look of this Yaqi:


£12.35 on AliExpress!

 

[Gairdner]

I’m rather interested in this knot from AP:

https://apshaveco.com/products/26mm-g5a-premium-synthetic-knot

Im considering ordering one to try out in one of my own carved handles. German fibres, eh?

 

[Mr.Draper87]

That Yaqi brush looks very interesting. I will have to see if it's available off of eBay, as do not have an AliExpress account. I'm sure I saw it on YouTube the other day.

 

[Gairdner]

That Yaqi brush looks very interesting. I will have to see if it's available off of eBay, as do not have an AliExpress account. I'm sure I saw it on YouTube the other day.

It’s easy to register for an account and doesn’t cost a thing. You can use an Apple ID, Google a/c, etc. Very straightforward and I haven’t been flooded with spam emails. Soo cheap yet there’s quality to be had.

 

[Bogeyman]

Yaqi/AP Shave fibres appear to be manufactured by Cormay, based in China...
http://www.cormaynm.com/en/a/Beauty_make...echnology/

Silvertip Fibre ( Muhle/EJ ) is manufactured by BASF, based in Germany...

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Silversynth Fibre (Omega EVO) is manufactured by K R Filament Co. (Krex), based in Thailand...

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Yes, but the German made synthetic knots are old technology circa 2014 and have been surpassed IMO by the Chinese knots. Yes, I owned both the German ones and they were cutting edge in their time..........................just as was a Sopwith Camel in 1918.

 

[Missoni]

Yes, but the German made synthetic knots are old technology circa 2014 and have been surpassed IMO by the Chinese knots. Yes, I owned both the German ones and they were cutting edge in their time..........................just as was a Sopwith Camel in 1918.

...all that matters is which fibre you prefer...myself, I still prefer STF fibres over Comway's fibres, that and the way the knot is constructed...

 

[pjgh]

Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements’ brushes look so funky and I love most of their designs - the Phantom Aerolite, Atomic Rocket and Starcraft most of all. I wish you could pick what knot you wanted what handle but even still, the brushes are super ‘50s atomic age/reds under the bed/Iron Giant cool.

Have fun choosing then choosing again and….

Copies of expired patent vintage.

Here's the Starcraft as was ... the Mohawk 5-341 (reknotted with PurTech):

 

[Gairdner]

So how’s the Purtech fibre? Lovely looking brush owd lad.

 

[pjgh]

So how’s the Purtech fibre? Lovely looking brush owd lad.

PurTech came along as a far-eastern alternative to Muhle STF. It's an old fibre now, but still has merit. Indeed! Lovely brush.

 

[Mr.Draper87]

Hi guys, I forgot about my thread here. I'm still trying to decide what brush to get. I've been looking at Shavemac brushes today. I've never owned a Shavemac and have always wanted one. Are they worth the money? and is there Synthetic fibres any good?

Thanks
Callum

 

[RussellR5555]

Hi guys, I forgot about my thread here. I'm still trying to decide what brush to get. I've been looking at Shavemac brushes today. I've never owned a Shavemac and have always wanted one. Are they worth the money? and is there Synthetic fibres any good?

Thanks
Callum

I love their handles but not there Synthetic Knots , I have 3 of their handles but with AP Shave knots in.

 

[Danielsan87]

Motherlode 30mm and FS G4 for me

 

[Mr.Draper87]

I've got my eye on one of their brushes in Ocean Mist colour. But I don't want to get one to then have to find someone to remove the knot and put in a new knot for me.

 

[Mr.Draper87]

I'm going to give the Shavemac brush a miss. Lovely handle, but after reading up on the synthetic knot, it doesn't sound good at all.

In all honesty, I'm looking for my last brush. Once I get this one, I will never buy another brush again, so I'm trying to make the correct choice. I have given myself up to £100 to spend. If someone could recommend one that could easily last me a lifetime, synthetic, 24mm and preferably a resin handle.

Thanks
Callum

 

[Paul L]

I'm going to give the Shavemac brush a miss. Lovely handle, but after reading up on the synthetic knot, it doesn't sound good at all.

In all honesty, I'm looking for my last brush. Once I get this one, I will never buy another brush again, so I'm trying to make the correct choice. I have given myself up to £100 to spend. If someone could recommend one that could easily last me a lifetime, synthetic, 24mm and preferably a resin handle.

Thanks
Callum

@RussellR5555 is correct, While I liked my Shavemac Synthetic it was a little too scratchy for my taste

You really can't go wrong with Simpson Trafalgar, Callum

You'll thank me later, and still have cash in the bank

 

[Gairdner]

If it wasn’t for the smaller knot size you request, my recommendation would be very simple - Simpsons Chubby 2 Synthetic. Iconic, very classy, easy to hold handle and a fabulously soft, well-made knot. You could have a look at a Simpsons Duke 3 synthetic. Again, same applies as above but smaller handle and knot.