Favorite Shaving Brushes Early 2020

[@nricofighter]

No Yaqi? I have 5 synthetic brushes from Yaqi cause I have 2 away and I have another 6 badger brushes from them. Super afordable and the quality is really good IMO. I'm pretty sure they make WCS synthetics but can't be certain

[@IAMCDB]

I’m sure I’ll get one at some point. WCS has some and I’ll check them out.

[@Tobins_throwbacks]

Yaqi makes great affordable brushes!

[@dk.damnfineshave]

Those were some damn fine choices! One of my favorites is the SynBad synthetic knot from AP Shave Co.

[@IAMCDB]

Thanks sir, I appreciate it.

[@Tobins_throwbacks]

WCS hands down for brushes. Any type, their badger brushes are amazing as are their synthetics. I've bought several of each "type".

[@IAMCDB]

The WCS offerings certainly come at a great value. I really enjoy them.

[@gyulaolah3172]

Hello! I would like to know what your opinion is, in terms of quality, foam production, strength, which is the best razor stick you have used so far?

[@johnshaves101]

Nice brushes there Chris, the 8 ball one is stunning.... I also like the 400, I might get one of those soon, nice video thanks for posting 👍😎👍

[@IAMCDB]

This list has changed dramatically. If I were to do it now there'd be some new brushes in the lineup:)

[@johnshaves101]

@@IAMCDB ooh man I gotta lay of the shiraz!!! I thought this was a new vid 😳😳🤬🤓👍 lol

[@IAMCDB]

@@johnshaves101 It's about 2 months old but things have changed since then:)

[@johnshaves101]

@@IAMCDB I'm so red right now 🍷😡

[@IAMCDB]

@@johnshaves101 So long as you're enjoying yourself:)

[@meancuisine8]

CDB turned Me on to Italian Barber 400 and F-400 series shave brush.... i have purchased several of each offering and adore them both; i use them exclusively and am also a headshaver.

[@IAMCDB]

IB has great synthetic offerings that are very affordable.

[@Johnny-Five]

Razorock makes fantastic brushes and my go to for a while now has been the Big Bruce.

[@IAMCDB]

I always like it myself:)

[@bohaswa1]

Hello, thanks for the content, keep it up👍🏼 In April 2017 video you ranked the Razorock black & white acrylic handle silver tip over the Big Bruce. Which one should I get? Which one is better?

[@IAMCDB]

I don't think they make the black and clear one anymore. The Big Bruce is still a great brush but there are many synthetic offerings that are inexpensive and just as good these days. Look up APShaveco on etsy as they have some terrific offerings:)

[@alanh8101]

Chris I really love that Brush of the Gods I love it👍🏼💈👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 On side regarding Beehive Brush knots Chris what’s your Fav?? I’m thinking of the bat WW Beehive Handle is great. And I’m getting now Thater Beehive 26mm what do you think of it?? Great Video Alan H

[@IAMCDB]

Thanks Alan. I don't really care for the beehive design so I don't have any.

[@michaelreed649]

Thank you for this Video. I have been eager for this video to drop. I just bought another brush from your suggestions!

[@IAMCDB]

Excellent Michael, I hope you enjoy it.

[@michaelreed649]

@@IAMCDB it was fantastic

[@Waldemarvonanhalt]

OP should definitely check out Oumo brushes. Lots of fantastic looking designs and they've developed their own proprietary synthetic fibre knots, in addition to various types of badger knots with specific characteristics.

[@razorblade7676]

I really wanted to try a tuxedo knot and went with the WCS honeycomb. Yaqi has many affordable options around the 24mm to 30mm range but that gorgeous handle on that honey comb was to much.

[@IAMCDB]

I think it's quite handsome as well. No buyer's remorse on this one:)

[@nicetna2010]

In line with Pat Kaczmarek's comment, I also have a Kent Infinity Silvertex which loses strands each shave. I wonder if the English brush makers didn't get a bad batch of adhesive because I know that Cris from Another Cut Above had a Simpsons brush that also shed hairs unexpectedly.

[@IAMCDB]

Yea, a synthetic shouldn't be shedding after a use or two. Sometimes they drop a fiber or two that are loose in the knot but repeated shedding is abnormal for synthetics.

[@rb7940t]

I enjoy watches all your videos! Keep doing the great job of promoting wet shaving, and forget about all the jerks who leave the stupid comments. Your video's are one of the reasons I got started into wet shaving.

[@IAMCDB]

Thanks very much sir. If I've inspired you then it makes all the time and effort I put in worth it:)

[@DaveR24]

I totally agree with you on the long handle brushes like your beautiful A&E black and white handle. West Coast Shaving, Maggard’s, others, are you listening?

[@IAMCDB]

I hope so, I would like to see more of them.

[@stevem1563]

I could not agree more bud. I like RR for selection of great low cost performing synthetic brushes. PAA for a great price with some more style, but the selection is very limited to like 4 of fixed color, and WCS for a slightly higher price but a larger selection of excellent looking brushes. All are made outstanding and performed great for me. I only splurged on a couple custom Wolf Whiskers for a more unique shape and artistry. Peter is a great guy to work with and is truly a craftsman.

[@IAMCDB]

I agree on all counts sir. Thanks so much for watching.

[@jedknouse7053]

I love a natural boar or badger brush but I find myself not having the time or patience waiting for it to soak. I do have quite a few synthetics and one i think you missed out on was the Shave Revolution ones. Still one of my top 5 brushes to go to.

[@IAMCDB]

Yea, Shave Revolution had some nice ones as well.

[@ryansmurda1552]

Great video. I was thinking about buying the A and E brush really like the look of it. I was just wondering if it stands upright good or do you need a stand for it. The bottom looks kinda small.

[@IAMCDB]

It will stand upright on a flat surface without issue.

[@jjirish81]

How funny I'm actually just getting into wet shaving and I'm watching this video exactly a year later hahaha got the muhle r89, Taylor of old bond street cream, feather blades, now I need a good brush!

[@IAMCDB]

Welcome to traditional shaving sir! This video is a bit older but I still enjoy these brushes. I really enjoy the synthetic offerings at APShaveco.

[@michaelreed649]

What is the tube you use for your travel brush? That is cool!

[@IAMCDB]

It's a muhle travel shaving brush holder but I don't know if they still sell them.

[@michaelreed649]

@@IAMCDB thank you, I will search for it.

[@IAMCDB]

@@michaelreed649 my pleasure.

[@fartzerelli1385]

Agreed reg. WCS. Their 2-tone Boss brushes are one of the most well-built shaving products I've ever owned. Truly first rate.

[@IAMCDB]

Yes, they really have some terrific house brand products. Tremendous value IMO:)

[@KnifeCrazzzzy]

Man that honey comb and that burl wood custom 🤤

[@IAMCDB]

Thanks Conrad.

[@elieagle9299]

Found it, it is in fact very very useful video Sr. I am looking for a budget brush (under $20.00) I've watched your videos with the razorock 400 and I like the long orange handle but I am undecided between this and the Stirling two band wich I also like. Any advise?

[@IAMCDB]

Both are probably fine choices. Pick whichever one you like most at the budget you like:)

[@elieagle9299]

@@IAMCDB thank you, will do.

[@IAMCDB]

@@elieagle9299 my pleasure.

[@toddd7444]

The best Shave Brush on the market today is my Simpson Trafalgar's T-3, better then boar cheaper in the long run, it is 29mm. i mic-ed it' it's like buying a $443.99 Simpson 30mm Chubby 3 Super CH3S Badger Shaving Brush, no cleaning the brush, no need for a brush stand, NO SOAKING time ready to go, fast drying time, . will not fall apart like a Badger or boar hair can and it will fall apart at some point in time, no brake in time, affordable to buy, I have owned it for 5 Years with no hair loss with no problems. I own only One Shave Brush wheelchair Larry Happy New Years

[@Nav_M]

Oh man...where is the EJ silvertip fibre brush?? Your earlier videos spoke so highly of it and I bought one based on that and (even though I have dozens of wonderful Yaqi brushes), the EJ silvertip fibre is still my favorite!!

[@IAMCDB]

Back in the day that type of fibre was the best available but I now prefer these type of knots. Nothing wrong with the old Muhle and EJ fibre though:)

[@Nav_M]

@@IAMCDB Got any ej/muhle laying around that you want to sell? 🙂

[@bigpoppaproductions5986]

I've been having abit of a hard time building up the right lather I believe or enough for my head. Which would you recommend?

[@IAMCDB]

Go to APShaveco on ETSY and pick up one of the brushes with a nicely sized Cashmere or Synbad knot. They'll be less than $25. I prefer the 30mm for head shaving.

[@bigpoppaproductions5986]

@@IAMCDB thank you so much . I do have one last question is the shaving soap . I've been recommended so much . Is it mainly trial and see which I'd prefer? Do you recommend anything

[@IAMCDB]

@@bigpoppaproductions5986 Yes sir, a lot of is trial and error. You'll figure out which brands you prefer as time goes on. Just about all of the recognizable artisans make excellent products these days. It's rare to get a poor performing soap, you just have to find the scents you like.

[@bigpoppaproductions5986]

@@IAMCDB I appreciate you taking time out of your day to help me . I hope you and your family are staying safe during the quarantine.

[@IAMCDB]

@@bigpoppaproductions5986 It's my pleasure sir. I'm glad you're starting this wonderful journey. If you need any additional help let me know.

[@juliogiuliani3405]

Agree on WCS! Last sale they had I bought two Yaqis for lower prices than AliExpress!

[@IAMCDB]

Nice!

[@mikekisonu6825]

Damn it! 😳 Another QUALITY clip from “CDB!” 😊 It’s like, wherever you turn, all roads lead to “CDB!” 😳😊 Keep up the GOOD work, sir! Trust me, there’s PLENTY more to delve into, re: the wet shaving community. 🤓

[@IAMCDB]

Haha, thanks so much Mike. I appreciate it very much. I need to update these brush videos:)

[@leehaseley2164]

That was a great rundown, CDB. Too often we see guys chasing the newest, hottest and priciest brushes without much regard for quality.

[@IAMCDB]

That ship has long since sailed for me. I'm not interested in paying more than I need to for brushes:)

[@sheshaveswithjill4838]

I have a lot of the same brushes I love.

[@IAMCDB]

Nice Jill. Thanks as always for watching.

[@StKnightis64]

Chris, I keep coming back to this video, because out of the shave channels I normally watch, you are far and above the biggest proponent of synthetic brushes. Not a bad thing. You have both custom made brushes such as Wolf Whiskers and factory made ones like WCS in your collection. I’m sure things such as craftsmanship, aesthetics are major pluses to the custom experience. Do you find a huge difference in performance between the customs and the factory brushes?

[@IAMCDB]

Great question. It used to be that the custom makers were able to source knots quicker than the vendors selling the budget brushes but this really isn't the case anymore. The synthetic knot market is wide open now and has mostly equalized. So if you're buying a custom brush today, you're mostly buying for the craftsmanship and aesthetics. That said, a brush maker can discover a new knot tomorrow and have the edge for a time, but it won't last long. The flood gates are completely open with synthetic knots now and there are few secrets:) This wasn't always the case.

[@StKnightis64]

IAMCDB Well put. Been hearing a lot of buzz about Yaqi. Think I’ll give them a go. Appreciate the reply.

[@IAMCDB]

@@StKnightis64 I'm going to grab a Yaqi Brush from WCS and try it soon also:)

[@patkaczmarek7362]

My Kent Infinity synthetic is garbage. Two years old, it has shedded since new with only one use per week. Just this a.m. shave it lost five strands.

[@IAMCDB]

Oh man, that's not good at all. That's a poor build if it's doing that.

[@patkaczmarek7362]

@@IAMCDB Used it again this a.m. Lost more strands than last shave (!), the knot is basically falling apart with every use. Buyer beware.

[@IAMCDB]

@@patkaczmarek7362 I'm sorry to hear this Pat. I certainly wouldn't want one like this.

[@patkaczmarek7362]

@@IAMCDB And it wasn't exactly a cheap brush. Not terribly expensive at $28 but definitely not cheap. Could it spawn a new series of 'worst quality equipment' videos? I have $10 Chinese brushes that haven't lost a hair.

[@IAMCDB]

@@patkaczmarek7362 I wouldn't be happy with it, that's for sure. You can get very decent synthetic brushes for under $20.

[@The_Spectre.]

Some nice looking brushes for sure. Thanks for sharing the video. I have a few nice synthetics, but I usually reach for my Semogue boar brushes. I guess I like the scritch.

[@IAMCDB]

Nothing at all wrong with a good boar brush. I'm going to have to locate some of mine as I'm sure I have two or three Semogues laying around.

[@elieagle9299]

Oh, I only lather in the face. Don't have a lather bowl only a coffee mug but it is too small, I enjoy face lather anyways. Thank you in advance.

[@IAMCDB]

No problem at all face lathering. Do it the way you like and enjoy:)

[@ChrisGarciaorlzzt]

During your storied wet shaving career, did you ever use Saville Row or Declaration Grooming? I use synths exclusively, and I can't agree more that RazoRock and WCS really rule the roost with their current offerings. If you've never tried them, AP Shave Co is fantastic as well.. apshaveco.com/

[@IAMCDB]

I had a Saville Row at one point and it was a great brush. I got rid of all my badger brushes however. I'll have to check out AP shave, thanks.

[@williamcass68]

Big Bruce. The End (that’s one rabbit hole I’m not going down)

[@IAMCDB]

hahahaha