Ralph Lauren brush

Recently bought this brush for 40 bucks.  New and never used.  22 mm knot in silver tip badger. Thought it looked very cool but I don't know all that much about it.  Some say that the handle is made of pewter but I have seen information that indicates it is silver/nickel.  Any info out there that can shed some light on this?  

I really like the handle. Similar brushes on the web have been described as pewter but I assume you have already seen the same. I wouldn't say the knot is silvertip though. Looks like a pure-grade badger.

Thanks for the reply Rob. My thoughts exactly. I check it out thoroughly after I finally get it in the mail. If it turnout to be a stinker I'll replace the knot.

Bill

That is the brush from the discontinued Ralph Lauren Safari line.  

You are correct!

That handle is pretty cool. It would be even nicer with a quality Silvertip in there.

I recently replaced the knot with one from TGN. Their 2 band "Finest". Lathered with it for the first time last night. Fantastic! Once it breaks in it will be even better.

That's exactly what I was going to suggest doing; I would love to see a picture of the results. Gorgeous handle.

Here's a picture of the brush in full bloom.

That looks great. Nice job!