Gents:
I had my 2nd wonderful shave using my new Chinese Frank Shaving butterscotch (BS) using TOBS Lavender; first time use of both items. I also have the white handled "finest pure" badger --- it lathers smartly. This silvertip though, just rolls the creamy lather across your face; I used Coates SC. Lots of brush and very smooth, especially when using a Moss Scuttle; boiling water, not hot tap this time. Very warm lather and this silvertip just lays it on. It can cover acerage quickly. If you ask my experience on what particular brush I can compare it with can't say. Experience with high caliber badger brushes, little. I have a New Forest 2201 superior that is a wonderful and prized possession. Please understand, this Chinese butterscotch is not being compared to the 2201. I'm only stating that these are my first badgers, I was a cheap bore brush man prior to these latest purchases within a months time. Besides, I'm a new guy to the discussion. The superior badger 2201 is my favorite with soaps, especially Nanny's, but this BS is doing wonders with creams and I've only used it twice. After returning from vacation, my 404 half breed arrived in the mail from Sharon and I took a shine to it after 5 shaves. I've been trying many new brushes --- so many so soon --- I've got the virus. I plan to start a discussion in the brush forum because I'd like to ask members a few questions on various brushes. I need to read over all the forums and then jump into a conversation. Fido your shaving blog with brush reports is one of the best out there and it has helped me to get back into shaving, purchase new gear, decide on brushes and led me to TSR. I understand a new member named Peter just joined TSR to give you competition in some sort of collection? Bruceonshaving is spot on as well. Bruce thanks for your efforts. You know, I still want a Plisson High Mountain White. Not needed, but wanted. I digress ...
BLUF (Bottom Line Up Front): I'm getting a world class lather --- Now --- Not later on down the road when I can afford bling. Frank Shaving Chinese brushes make "cents" when I can't afford a Plisson but can experience an exceptional quality badger silvertip hair today for less than $30.00. I've got another silvertip with rosewood handle, from Ian, in the mail for my son. Count me in for another silver tip gentlemen and my vote is with Bruce on a group buy with a beehive handle. Sounds like Bruce has communicated with Ian, perhaps he could arrange something with The Shaving Room logo or whatever the group decides.
These Frank Shaving Brushes are SIERRA HOTEL or "S**t Hot"; and you can't get any better than that for the price. The brushes are sent out of Hong Kong, a couple days time to CONUS. I believe Frank Shaving has offered us an opportunity to own a first rate silvertip badger at bargin prices. Get them now and give em a try. Glad someone started this topic. I plan to be back after a couple weeks of shaving to comment on them. I believe Bruce said he's been using the BS for a few weeks now. He's had one the longest. For this price you can afford to use a quality silvertip daily. Thoughts?
R/Robert
