I knew Iian and Arthur's design would be at the top two. I enjoy my IC brush immensely, thank you very much. It is my favorite synthetic. I must say the Simpson Trafalgar T3 is very impressive. The knot actually mimics gel tips! It is now on my radar. Thanks again for this session. Enjoy the weekend, and stay safe.
@supernova26153 жыл бұрын
Very nice brush selection . the last one is a beauty! Thanks for sharing.
@Juraberg3 жыл бұрын
Great choice! Thanks for showing.
@fredbenjamin70723 жыл бұрын
Nice review, Kevy! Some beautiful artwork.
@davesheppard87973 жыл бұрын
Hi Kevy, Another great video. Lovely brushes. I have the T3, Executive shaving med Jock, large jock and the Ultimate G4 also from Executive. Dave.
@toddf93213 жыл бұрын
Good evening Kevy. I have to agree with That Darn Rob handles are superb. My collection of That Darn Rob contains 4 Synthetic brushes (2 BOSS knots, a Tuxedo, and a Timberwolf) and they will whip up a lather without fuss. PAA Atomic Rocket synthetic is a great looking brush in the classic cream and red colors. My Simpson Chubby 2 synthetic is a decent brush with a huge sentimental value. Finally, there is the Graydog Spalted Maple handle with a 26 mm synthetic knot...this brush great for building a fluffy lather and the handle has this 3D effect going on when rotated in the light. Those are my favorites in no particular order...I love them all.
@drunkn7113 жыл бұрын
The brushes on both (badger and synthetic) of your lists are all awesome! 😀👍 Have a good weekend! Steve
@troyjenkins38863 жыл бұрын
The Starcraft is modeled after a brush called the Mohawk 5-341.I like my RichMan brushes,Wild West Shaving Company,and all the Phoenix line is awesome.I really like that pokka dot brush,very retro look.Thanks for doing these videos.
@ArBo3083 жыл бұрын
I have the PAA Peregrino brush which has the same knot as the Starcraft & it is one of my favorite brushes.
@freshcleanshave35693 жыл бұрын
Very nice brushes Kevy, the TDR brush is 🔥 🔥 stay well my friend 👍
@justlance92613 жыл бұрын
Very nice brushes in deed. The StarCraft design is based on a Canadian made brush called the mohawk which is one of my favorite synthetics. I have just recently received a box of shaving items from one of my subscribers. In the box were six brushes. One of the brushes included is The Simpsons T-three. Wonderful brush, and I also received a brush that was sold on Peter wolfs site that was turned by either his dad, or father-in-law with the Black wolf knot which is absolutely a beautiful brush. The majority of my brush collection consist of synthetics, and every single one of them delivers every time when it comes to performance. All I need now to complete my PAA brush collection is the amber arrow light, and the green Ray. Have a great day, and stay safe. Have also checked out your two videos on your favorite six double edge razors. Very nice choices on stainless, and non-stainless selections.
@BartBuzz3 жыл бұрын
I'm close with two of your favorites. I have the Simpson T2 and the PAA Amber Aerolite. Both are 24mm knots and make a fantastic lather.
@stricklandpropane863 жыл бұрын
PAA Peregrino is my no.1 choice, love the colour, and the handle is perfect. 👌 Remember you using the polka dot one in one of your vids, beautiful brush. 😍
@rickpacheco10933 жыл бұрын
Great top 6...I love these top 6 you are doing. Very helpful
@rickpacheco10933 жыл бұрын
I just ordered a T3 today 👌
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
Excellent brush 🙂
@mikeh97013 жыл бұрын
Hi Kevy- Great rundown on your synthetic brushes; thank you! I have found that I really enjoy using a Tuxedo knot, 24mm, usually. It hits the sweet spot in lots of different handles. I also have a BOSS knot if I need more backbone for a triple-milled soap. I have a number of other knots, such as Cashmere, synthetic boar, Timber Wolf, etc. All seem great, with easy clean-up and drying. I hope you have a great weekend. Best regards, as always, Mike!
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
Synthetic knots are great. Kevy 👍
@CBShaves3 жыл бұрын
Great video Kevy. Thanks for sharing. Awesome brushes mate. The PAA brush handles are reincarnations of the Ever Ready Retro brushes in the late 50s early 60s. I have the whole family of them now and are all great brushes. Take is easy mate, you and Shona have a great weekend. See you soon, stay safe;-)
@misfit20222 жыл бұрын
I have the Simpson’s Trafalgar T2 and I like it. I also have a smaller knot but taller Yaqi which is perfect for a shaving mug.
@davidparker47973 жыл бұрын
My number 1 go to brush is a vintage Aluminum Rubberset 400 with a Maggard Razors 24mm brown synthetic knot. This past summer I was totally stunned to find another Rubberset 400 with it's original Brown Boars Hair Knot! When you put both brushes side by side it is very hard to tell them apart. So if anyone has a vintage Aluminum Rubberset 400 you want to put a new knot on you should consider the Maggard Razors 24mm brown synthetic knot.
@bombus.saravicus3 жыл бұрын
Hi Kevy! Besides the KSPD3 (🤣😉) I own a Solar Flare, a Green Ray and a T3. The T3 is a chunky piece of brush. Absolute recommendation. Especially for the price (=20€ where I live). And I think you never go wrong with PAA brushes. Very nice selection you have there. 👍🏻
@Tobins_throwbacks5 ай бұрын
Love the Thistle brush, great top 6 Kevy.
@kevyshaves41095 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍
@tonynewman7772 жыл бұрын
Spectacular Stellar brushes
@EasyTarget823 жыл бұрын
Synthetics are my go to brushes
@DE_Razor_Shaving3 жыл бұрын
Nice choices! 😮👌🏼
@arthurlamb.83393 жыл бұрын
Nice top 6 synthetic brushes kevy, I have sent this link to Iain. I really was amazed the first time we met and you told me about you're request for a polka dot brush from other artisan brush makers and they come back to you that it was impossible to make a polka dot brush? I had already thought of how to do it before we finished our coffee, Iain is brilliant at making brushes it's a pitty that he is very busy doing his "day job" and not full time making brushes. We agreed that you were the only person that would have polka dot brushes. I have never seen another polka dot brush anywhere in the world. We are really lucky to have an ICShavingbrush. Cheers mate. 🙂🖖
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
Brilliant Arthur. Yourself and Iain's talents combined are an amazing force. It was a great surprise when you presented the brush to me. I hope Iain does come back to making brushes sometime. Cheers mate. Kevy 👍
@user-nk9oi7bc4d3 жыл бұрын
Another great top, Kevy ✋☺️👍💈
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
Thank you 😁
@kimthayfield27632 жыл бұрын
I only have two brushes..... just gave my old Vulfix super badger to our youngest son. I'm loving the Executive Shaving Company's Ultimate G4.
@terrym10653 жыл бұрын
Kevy👍👍 Stunning six synth brushes. RazoRock BC Silvertip synth is my most used synthetic, awesome. Enjoy!
@Mvendrel3 жыл бұрын
I vote #1 for the RazoRock BC Silvertip synthetic too. Not a custom handle but I really like the look of clear and black. This is not only my #1 to use but at less than $20 and sometimes less than $15 on sale or in kits I often use these as gifts - especially in starter kits for friends and family. I’m sure if I had friends making me custom handles or I was indulging myself (and I’d like to) in artisan brushes this brush would be knocked off its throne for me. But artisan hardware and mass produced hardware are really two different categories for me in razors and I’m sure someday brushes might enter my hobby there as well. I appreciate that Kevy included brushes from both categories as both deserve mention and applause for what functions they play in our shaves and our hobby.
@terrym10653 жыл бұрын
@@Mvendrel Well said. Enjoy!
@Mvendrel3 жыл бұрын
@@terrym1065 Thank you. I hope we all enjoy our shaves, our hobby, and our lives. Otherwise, what’s the point of scraping little tiny hairs off our faces?! ;-)
@callumcraig36643 жыл бұрын
Love that thistle brush 👍🏴
@dimitrisvars98673 жыл бұрын
Well done very interest video:)😍
@nathanrodriguez38273 жыл бұрын
Nice review, Kevy. Congrats.
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
Cheers Nathan 👍
@markdavid30763 жыл бұрын
I love my synthetics. Not a huge fan of badger brushes. I prefer boar. But synthetic brushes are definitely my favourite.
@SolidShaves3 жыл бұрын
I like synthetic brushes also. I have the Atomic rocket, paa, Plisson Loccetane, boti annual ring, Yaqi mokka. Last two from Aliexpress Would like to buy that Simpsons brush.
@xpekzggsquaa47323 жыл бұрын
My top 3 Synthetic knots are, Cashmere - Timberwolf- plissoft. also gotta give a shout out to the Omega Evo beautiful knot, but too much backbone for me sometimes causes irritation on my face
@odysseusjak3 жыл бұрын
I really only use two brushes with any kind of consistency -- the Kevy Shaves' Discovery and PAA's Peregrino. While I have other brushes (and one I've revamped), I only use those two.
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
Surely yours is called the "Jack" Discovery handle? 🙂
@odysseusjak3 жыл бұрын
@@kevyshaves4109 Oh, no! I'm very proud of my Kevy Shaves' brush.
@Waldemarvonanhalt8 ай бұрын
Oumo's Super Fiber ST-1 looks very promising.
@sengwellb13 жыл бұрын
Another fantastic 'Top 6' video. I find I'm reaching more for the synthetics these days as they perform easily and efficiently with minimal effort.
@talega13 жыл бұрын
These are really, really nice brushes. Is there much performance difference between expensive and $20 synthetic brushes? Thx
@stuartgeorge23243 жыл бұрын
My go to synthetic brush at moment rozorock sythentic amici brush 👍🪒💈
@richardpoole59283 жыл бұрын
The only one of those I have is the starcraft and I love it.
@lesliefitzer28463 жыл бұрын
Hi Kevy I I bought a T3 and I love it in fact it is my go to brush. Have you tried the Executive shaving G4 I had a good report on it but is it 3 times better in than the T3 as it is 3 times the price. Thank you for your time making the video Keep well and keep safe.
@jonnytesillo11423 жыл бұрын
interesting choice in your brushes, personally I like the Dalmatian style !!!!
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate 👍
@beg0332 жыл бұрын
An update for 2022 please ;)
@seanfinley443011 ай бұрын
I’m curious to what you think of the Isle of Man TT brush by Simpsons? It’s my first brush I’ve owned. Also, have you tried the new Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements, Astraeus brush? I just ordered the Astraeus, should be in the mail in a week or two, can’t wait!
@kevyshaves410911 ай бұрын
The Simpsons brush is great for collectors of bike stuff. Ive not tried the Astraeus brush. Let me know what you think of it. Kevy
@SteveRiceDJPUD3 жыл бұрын
Great video...Can i /we have link to purchase these please
@danilobernaschina18423 жыл бұрын
Hi Kevy, wonderful artisan synth brushes, did you hear about Italian synth brushes Zenith, also artisans from South Italy
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
Yes, Zenith make some lovely brushes. I've always been meaning to try one but I don't have one just yet. Cheers. Kevy 👍
@chaiman3761 Жыл бұрын
Have you done a video with different types of synthetic knots?
@kevyshaves4109 Жыл бұрын
No, but that's a good idea. Kevy 👍
@Juan-xe9yr2 жыл бұрын
Kevy, Did you check the G7 Ds Cosmetics synthetic brush? Thanks 👏👏👏
@kevyshaves41092 жыл бұрын
Not yet 👍
@JohnWilliams-dr6hi2 жыл бұрын
I like synthetics but they seem very similar, irrespective of brand or style of knot. I like boar the best at present, because it's got more backbone and scritch. Are there any synthetics with backbone?
@kevyshaves41092 жыл бұрын
Most synthetics these days are soft. Best idea might be to get a handle and a synthetic knot, and set the knot quite low. That would give you more backbone. Kevy 🙂👍
@matthewsmith223 жыл бұрын
New to the channel, what a find, new to DE shaving. Enjoying your content! I've been using the wilkinson sword safety razor, wilkinson sword brush and blades, bought myself a fancier soap but would definitely fancy a nice, preferably synthetic and affordable, brush. Does anyone have any suggestions where to start? I'm baffled. I picked up a rockwell 6c on ebay cheapy. Looking forward to giving that a go!
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
Hi Matthew. Good to have you in here, many thanks. The Wilkinson sword razor is great. Have a search for some synthetic brushes by Phoenix shaving, Yaqi, DS Cosmetic. Also another excellent brush is the Simpson Trafalgar T3, very affordable and it works great. Where are you located in the world? Let me know and I'll give you some links to places you can look at a selection of brushes. Cheers. Kevy 🙂👍
@matthewsmith223 жыл бұрын
@@kevyshaves4109 thanks for the welcome kevy, I'm in England, not got quite the same water quality as your part of the world. Thanks for the tips. Will definitely check them out
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
matthew smith www.shavingstation.co.uk - www.shavingtime.co.uk - www.agentshave.co.uk - www.executive-shaving.co.uk - www.thegentlemansgroomroom.co.uk All UK based online shaving shops selling a brilliant variety of gear including the brushes I mentioned. Cheers. Kevy 👍
@matthewsmith223 жыл бұрын
@@kevyshaves4109 fantastic, thanks so much. Looks like I'm treating myself. Looking more and more like a life style than just part of my weekend routine, love it!
@Biber03153 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that the thistle is the national flower of Scotland. They're an invasive (VERY invasive) weed where we are, so it's difficult to appreciate them. Anyway, I find myself addicted to your channel. It has been very helpful to me in making buying decisions. All the best to you and yours. BTW, when do we get to meet Mrs. Kevy?
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Mrs.Kevy is the opposite of the thistle...very hard to track down! She's appeared very briefly in a couple of videos. Cheers. Kevy 👍
@greg61622 жыл бұрын
I just want a brush with a coin in it… they’re always sold out when I find one I like lol
@D4PPZ4563 жыл бұрын
Which would you say has the best knot/depth alone?
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
Probably the Wolf Whiskers or the Strike Gold Shave. Kevy 👍
@ruisantos7253 жыл бұрын
Hi Kevy. I Buy the Simpsons Petrol Head IMO TT Limited Edition, Isle of Man. Whats your opinion about this Shaving Brush ? Thank You.
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
I've seen that brush. Looks great, especially if you're a fan of the TT. Kevy 👍
@ruisantos7253 жыл бұрын
@@kevyshaves4109 Please do a Review about this Shaving Brush? Thank You.
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
Rui Santos I don't own this brush. Kevy 👍
@thumbthumbs49683 жыл бұрын
Kevy!
@valentinhaita71843 жыл бұрын
Hi! Who made the brush with the flower of Scotland?Thanks!
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
Leo Frilot
@valentinhaita71843 жыл бұрын
@@kevyshaves4109 Thanks!
@gohabs3653 жыл бұрын
1. Wolf Whiskers Black Wolf 2. AP Shave Co Tuxedo 3. Simpson Chubby 2 4, 5, 6 ... any of the RazoRock Plisoft knock offs.
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
Aggghhhh, I forgot about the Razorock Plissoft! Top 7 brushes! 😂
@dggordon20003 жыл бұрын
Would second the Wolf Whiskers Black Wolf Fan knot. Face or bowl lathers a dream, plus got it set in a beautiful black & white marbled handle with slanted fluting.
@gohabs3653 жыл бұрын
@@dggordon2000 Mine is set in a Moon Java handle.
@Mvendrel3 жыл бұрын
@@kevyshaves4109 in particular the RazoRock BC Silvertip Synthetic is my favorite mass produced brush.
@lesliefitzer28463 жыл бұрын
Hi Kevy I bought a T3 and I love it in fact it has become my go to brush. Have you tried the Executive shaving G4 as I had a good report on it but is it 3 times better than the T3 as it is 3 times the price. Enjoyed seeing your selection and thank you for your time making the video. Keep well and keep safe.
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
Thanks Leslie. I haven't tried the Executive shaving G4 brush but I've heard good things aboot it. Kevy 👍
@davesheppard87973 жыл бұрын
Hi Les, phew!.....took a while catching you this time! 😂😂😂. I received the T2 this morning. I hope it will be as good as the T3. People say for the price it's a great brush, but I think it's a great brush at any price. Really impressive brush. Med and large jocks from Executive are nice too. The Executive Ultimate G4 is a great brush. It is better than the T3 but not 3 times better! A lot of it depends on what sort of brush you like. I know people who swear by the Kent BK8 silvertip badger brush but I find mine too floppy. I much prefer my Taylors HT2 super badger. But now I'm wandering out of synthetic... Take care my friend! Dave.
@lesliefitzer28463 жыл бұрын
@@davesheppard8797 Hi Dave good to hear from you. I am impressed with my T3 and I also have a T1 which I bought for a vintage travel kit my wife bought me. It has two chrome containers one for a shaving stick and the other for a brush and the T1 is a perfect fit. Although smaller than the T3 it still works well and holds plenty of lather. I have toyed with a T2. Away from synthetic I bought a EJ best Badger which I like and since buying it it by noticed on it came out on quite a few reviews as top overall brush. Boar I have a Semogue 830 which I also like. All good but it's nice to have a change. Nice to catch up hope your keeping well. Keep well and keep safe. Les.
@davesheppard87973 жыл бұрын
@@lesliefitzer2846 Thanks Les! Glad your doing ok. The EJ brush sounds great. I have ordered a Chubby 2 synthetic. Take care mate, Dave.
@lesliefitzer28463 жыл бұрын
@@davesheppard8797 Be interesting to see which you think is better the Chubby or the G4. Keep well and keep safe Les.
@danilobernaschina18423 жыл бұрын
Simpson T3 according to me a must to have, being synth under 30 USD, very nice and God character
@markboland25452 жыл бұрын
U must use all of these brushes....how do u get them so clean...all the soap out of them....
@kevyshaves41092 жыл бұрын
Just rinse them thoroughly after every use. Kevy 🙂👍
@steve06806573 жыл бұрын
How can this list be complete without the Wilkinson Sword Classic Shaving Brush? 😱
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
Its not a synthetic brush. Kevy 👍
@steve06806573 жыл бұрын
@@kevyshaves4109 ah right I must mean the one from Tesco, in a blue box called "Wilkinson Sword Finest Bristle". Lathers up a treat.
@moreshwarpanchal28612 жыл бұрын
What is the difference between the simpsons T2 and chubby synthetic?
@kevyshaves41092 жыл бұрын
They have different fibres in the knot. The T2 is much better with the sovereign fibre knot. Kevy 👍
@moreshwarpanchal28612 жыл бұрын
@@kevyshaves4109 thank you for the prompt reply. Strangely the chubby synthetic costs twice as much!
@bradleycred993 жыл бұрын
Howdy Kevy! Nice list. No synthetic brushes. Not a fan. Cheers 🍻
@nelsonduarte23553 жыл бұрын
Omega evo ....
@T-R.e.x3 жыл бұрын
Νο Yaqi Kevy?
@nelsonduarte23553 жыл бұрын
And Omega Evo ?
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
Not in the top 6 George 👍
@T-R.e.x3 жыл бұрын
@@nelsonduarte2355 overpriced for me
@WolfRanger20083 жыл бұрын
I have NONE of those brushes... :( So sad, oh well.. *Sigh*!
@jensebu783 жыл бұрын
Top 6? 6? What are you thinking? Why?🤣🤣🤣🤣
@kevyshaves41093 жыл бұрын
😂🤪
@jensebu783 жыл бұрын
Strange little Scottish man you are 🤣🤣🤣
@toddd7444Ай бұрын
The Two Best Shave Brushes on the Market today? The Simpson King Charles III Coronation Chubby 3 Fiber brush with a special handle has Softer Hair. Is a real Brush Monster. The T-3 has a little Harder hair. It's 29mm? Buy one and measure it for yourself?? ' It's a clone of a 30mm Chubby 3 Super Badger Shaving Brush without paying for the Super Badger Price . 1, No need to clean your Brush, 2, No need for Brush Stand, 3, NO SOAKING time ready to Go, 4, Fast drying time, 5, Badger or Boar Brushes can and will fall apart Sooner than Later. Your mileage may vary? ?, 6, No Break in time, 7, No need for a Brush Stand 8, Modestly Priced for its size. Rinse Brush in Cold Water and let dry. I have used it going on 6 Years now' with know Hair Loss. Derby black it's the same price as the green Blades?. Wheelchair Larry Happy New Year