Just ordered this brush from Rudy Vey!

[Bengkia369]

Heard many good things about him & his craft. Recently, I wanted a Simpson M7 style handle with Muhle Synthetic silvertip fibre (Simpson don't make M7 in synthetic). I just email him what I wanted.
He machined for me on this spot & send me this photo, ready to ship!
I'm really impressed by his turnaround time & also the worksmanship.
This guy really rocks!
Can't wait to receive this brush!

 

[Bengkia369]

This beautiful brush just arrived today, can't wait to use it tomorrow morning!

 

[Bengkia369]

Just tried this brush the 1st time using Muhle Sea Buckhorn shaving soap. Of course, I do my usual pre-shave ritual washing face with Castile soap & apply Proraso Red pre-shave.
The handle is really very good as it provides comfortable & firm grip & it lather really very well!
Only thing, I'm not sure the brush haven't broken in or what somehow I find it a bit scratchy much like a best badger brush.
Conclusion, I really enjoyed using this brush & very happy with it.

 

[fly3k]

Looks like a nice comfortable handle.

 

[Dave-the-rave]

Shouldn't be scratchy but should have a bit of face feel. They don't soften of split or anything like that at the tips, but the knot will loosen a bit with use and will fell less 'springy'.