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Vancouver, WA USA
(This post was last modified: 01-23-2017, 05:40 AM by blzrfn.)
I have exceeded my self-imposed brush limit and need to move some brushes. There will be more to follow but these duplicates need to go first. Prices include paypal fees and US shipping and insurance, international inquiries welcome, but packages will need to be insured which is not inexpensive. There will not be any price drops, these brushes will head to eBay if not sold here.
As for trades I am willing to consider the following:
Wiborg Brush
Straight Razors in Excellent Condition
Razor Hones in Excellent Condition (already have 1k, 4k and 8k combo)
Rooney Heritage Brushes
[Image: 1CBuGxN.jpg][Image: rsUgsj5.jpg][Image: LILaGv4.jpg][Image: ZvPQr1d.jpg]
On left: Vintage Plisson "Beehive" HMW - (23 x 54mm knot) This brush has seen plenty of use but still performs like a champ. There are some minor chips in the handle and the knot is showing some wear, but it is an absolute pleasure to use. The tips are as soft as you can get without being "gel-like" and the backbone is moderate. Here is your chance to try a legendary brush without breaking the bank! $65 SOLD
Middle: Vintage Rooney Pewter Chubby Best Badger - (22 x 54mm knot) This is a unique brush that I have never seen elsewhere. It is my second Rooney pewter brush and is very ergonomic and soft on the face. There is a small dent on the base where it looks like it was dropped and a small portion of the knot has been trimmed by a previous owner (front and center in the first picture). You could reknot this handle but the vintage hair is absolutely worth using. $55
Right: Vintage Abercrombie & Fitch Stainless Steel Alibaba - (21 x 52mm knot) I'm not sure who the OEM is on this brush, but am guessing it is one of the old English brands. The knot has something weird going on at the base (it looks like the string used to tie the knot is sticking out), but is firmly held in place and does not shed. The handle is ergonomic and very heavy and could use a good polish. I have not seen many of these brushes around and there isn't any information that I could find about the time period or origin. $60
As for trades I am willing to consider the following:
Wiborg Brush
Straight Razors in Excellent Condition
Razor Hones in Excellent Condition (already have 1k, 4k and 8k combo)
Rooney Heritage Brushes
[Image: 1CBuGxN.jpg][Image: rsUgsj5.jpg][Image: LILaGv4.jpg][Image: ZvPQr1d.jpg]
On left: Vintage Plisson "Beehive" HMW - (23 x 54mm knot) This brush has seen plenty of use but still performs like a champ. There are some minor chips in the handle and the knot is showing some wear, but it is an absolute pleasure to use. The tips are as soft as you can get without being "gel-like" and the backbone is moderate. Here is your chance to try a legendary brush without breaking the bank! $65 SOLD
Middle: Vintage Rooney Pewter Chubby Best Badger - (22 x 54mm knot) This is a unique brush that I have never seen elsewhere. It is my second Rooney pewter brush and is very ergonomic and soft on the face. There is a small dent on the base where it looks like it was dropped and a small portion of the knot has been trimmed by a previous owner (front and center in the first picture). You could reknot this handle but the vintage hair is absolutely worth using. $55
Right: Vintage Abercrombie & Fitch Stainless Steel Alibaba - (21 x 52mm knot) I'm not sure who the OEM is on this brush, but am guessing it is one of the old English brands. The knot has something weird going on at the base (it looks like the string used to tie the knot is sticking out), but is firmly held in place and does not shed. The handle is ergonomic and very heavy and could use a good polish. I have not seen many of these brushes around and there isn't any information that I could find about the time period or origin. $60