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Very nice indeed!The handle is hallmarked with lion strident, leopard head and small f. This translates to Sterling silver, London and 1901. Maker’s mark is “w”, a fairly common initial.
The knot is small, 18mm and I had to trim this and open the handle a tad to get a good fit. I used a synthetic knot, I couldn’t find bristle at this size and synthetic brushes are ok for me.
Thanks Toby, just what’s needed for my next project brush. I tend to favour smaller diameter brushes, too much lather ends up in the wrong place when I use the big uns! Alan
Just picked up this 1833 William IV sterling silver travel brush, I’ve ordered a 16mm knot from “thegoldennib” which should fit ok. Not sure if the current knot is original but if so at 190 years old maybe not surprising it’s knackered so time to be replaced.Boar hair knot 16mm
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Cool, I had a look at it on the bay.Just picked up this 1833 William IV sterling silver travel brush, I’ve ordered a 16mm knot from “thegoldennib” which should fit ok. Not sure if the current knot is original but if so at 190 years old maybe not surprising it’s knackered so time to be replaced.
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Thanks Toby. I asked the seller before I made an offer and he confirmed 16mm. If I need to use the Dremel it will probably only be for a slight trim of the knot base setting. I’ve done this before successfully with 18 mm knots. AlanCool, I had a look at it on the bay.It may be smaller than 16mm.
I've done that too, but I use a bench grinder,... I once took a 27mm down to 19mm, stinky glue powder and hair everywhere!Thanks Toby. I asked the seller before I made an offer and he confirmed 16mm. If I need to use the Dremel it will probably only be for a slight trim of the knot base setting. I’ve done this before successfully with 18 mm knots. Alan
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