Simpson Trafalgar T3 Synthetic Brush | First Impressions

[@OhioShaves]

Nice Video. The brush is my Fav

[@Latherhog]

Still one of my favorites as well!

[@mellymelshaves]

Jon-Jon: Thanks for accepting my TAG my guy. I'll have to make that soap and the Simpson a future new member of my shave den. ONE LOVE from Pensacola, Florida!!!

[@Latherhog]

My pleasure Mel!

[@dave_dhannoo]

One of my fave brushes that I own, such a classic brush. 👌

[@Latherhog]

It really is!

[@jhonnycastro383]

doesn't the brush lettering fade over time?

[@dave_dhannoo]

@@jhonnycastro383 had mine about six months, so far so good.

[@bastawisy3000]

Nice shave Jon, I love the artwork on this soap, really unique and eye catching. Another item on my ever growing wish list 😂

[@RedBeardShaves]

I just saw that you tagged me! THANK YOU! Accepted my friend!

[@Latherhog]

I did and thank you for accepting :)

[@memes_6980]

Would you say this brush is significantly bigger than my current stirling soap brush which is 51mmx24mm? Im considering upgrading my brush but don’t want it to be super giant

[@Latherhog]

The knot is larger and denser than the Stirling brush, but I wouldn’t call it super giant

[@RedBeardShaves]

Awesome video and review Jon. I will have to check this soap out. Sounds really good.

[@HDShaves]

Thank you for comparing the color of your lather to a cappuccino. Looks like I had a similar lathering experiencing with 17.1 and my synthetic brush as you did. And great to meet those little visitors!!

[@Latherhog]

HD Shaves I like to keep it classy with my color comparisons 😂

[@vincentedgeworks]

Kai blades are insanely good! That brush seems very nice! How is the backbone in your opinion versus something like a plissoft or plisson knot (I find those to be too soft).

[@Latherhog]

Thanks Anthony, I'm going to put the Kai blades in my queue of things to use this week! Now keep in my mind I've only done the one shave, but I think given the added density, this knot has more backbone than the Plissofts.

[@vincentedgeworks]

Latherhog I have a boss knot that I like, but even that is still a little soft

[@stanleysadventres]

Great video Jon! I am looking into getting a Simpson brush soon

[@Latherhog]

Thanks Stanley, which Simpson brush you have your eyes on?

[@stanleysadventres]

@@Latherhog probably the chubby 2 synth

[@dk.damnfineshave]

Your special guest has good taste 👌 Nice shave and spotlight Jon. I'll have to try Spearhead when they become full production.

[@Latherhog]

DK DamnFineShave Thanks DK, their first non-experimental offering is up and the scent is sandalwood and oakmoss!

[@Samuel-ge7im]

Amazing job!

[@Latherhog]

Thank you Samuel!

[@Warren.I]

As someone who face lathers and likes a brush with a decent amount of backbone and scruffiness, I was curious whether you think the Simpson Trafalgar T3 stands out among synthetics in this regard. I can see how it might given its density and short loft relative to its diameter. But, if I can ask you to make a direct comparison: Do you think the brush feels more like a two-band badger (e.g. a Chubby 2) than a three-band silvertip? By the way, it's nice to see you using the Masamune. And how good of you and Ruds to get the kids out of their mother's hair today by letting them into yours.

[@Latherhog]

Thanks for watching! I'll be using the Simpson Trafalgar some more before giving a more complete review but from this first go, I would say it's closer to a two-band badger than a three-band as it has good backbone without being scrubby.

[@Warren.I]

Thanks. That's a fair answer. I'll stay tuned.

[@davesheppard8797]

Hi Warren, This is a great brush! Plenty of backbone but the brush has soft tips so it doesn't make your face sore. I have compared it to best, super & silvertip badger. It has the backbone you need for any situation and soft tips for final brushing out. It is also a lot easier to maintain. Wash it, flick out the water and hang upside down and it dries really quickly compared to badger. I hope this helps. Dave.

[@Johnny-Five]

I had a shave yesterday with Spearhead's SassyJavaDog and it has such an amazing coffee scent. They make some decent soap for being experimental.

[@Latherhog]

I didn't realize that was the name of the coffee soap, lol

[@Johnny-Five]

@@Latherhog Tim Shaves was kind enough to send me a huge sample of it. I went ahead and ordered the soap currently listed on Spearhead and can't wait to try it. The scent's are strong, but not overpowering. Have you tried the coffee one yet?

[@Latherhog]

@@Johnny-Five I have not, the two I've made videos are the ones I own! I'm told the coffee scent is like diner coffee with cream and sugar, which is not really my preference, so I'll be passing on that one.

[@Johnny-Five]

That's almost what the scent smells like to me. If you change your mind I could send you a sample.

[@sterlingcampbell2116]

Great video. I'm considering a T1. How is the scrub/backbone? Also, you're probably not conscious of this, but you give the right side of your face more brush time than your left.

[@Latherhog]

Sterling Campbell The backbone is fantastic on this brush but I wouldn’t call it scrubby as the knot is quite soft. That’s a funny observation but very true, I work the lather on the right of my side much more 😂

[@blade4vor905]

Nice shave, Jon! I'm a little behind on vids. This Simpson brush has been on my radar for a few weeks. It was actually in my cart, but I've been limiting impulse buys and didn't pull the trigger. Your little surprise visitors added some light humor to the vid. With both your wife and yourself working from home, your kids are probably wondering where Daddy disappeared to when you went to record your shave. Take care! Cheers! -Rob

[@Latherhog]

Thanks Rob, the kids definitely keep our hands full and I thought I'd leave in that little tid bit so everyone can see a funnier side of the recording process ;)

[@blade4vor905]

@@Latherhog I just wanted to say that was awesome in my book. It says a lot about who you are as a parent! Huge respect from me!

[@TimShaves]

Good shave Jon! So far I've only been impressed with Spearhead soaps. Nice brush btw.

[@Latherhog]

Thanks Tim, I feel the same way about Spearhead!

[@lone1259]

Watching you lather is so entertaining as you slap the shit out of your face with a brush like it owes you money.

[@moreshwarpanchal2861]

What is the difference between this and the synthetic chubby 2?

[@Latherhog]

The size and shape of the handle, and I believe the synthetic knot itself is different.

[@moreshwarpanchal2861]

@@Latherhog have you tried the chubby 2 synthetic? Which 1 is better?

[@Latherhog]

@@moreshwarpanchal2861 Sorry, I haven’t tried the Chubby 2 synthetic

[@IAMCDB]

Ahh, we have a cameo from a youngling eh Jon? Nice job!

[@Latherhog]

Haha indeed, thanks Chris!

[@ShaveCave]

Sup player!

[@toddd7444]

Simpson T3 Trafalgar my handle cracked to repair it i used B7000 Glue to repair the handle the glue is waterproof wheelchair Larry

[@toddd7444]

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

[@Latherhog]

Wow, this really sounds like an ad for that brush you're talking about.

[@toddd7444]

@@Latherhog the T3 brush i droped it on the bathroom floor i cracked the handle i am going to replace the handle and save the T3 Knot with the new ShaveRite 210 shave brush handle the glue i am using was gorilla epoxy glue 10mins band thanks for writing hugs wheelchair larry

[@toddd7444]

@@Latherhog In these Inflationary Times. HERE IS AN EASY WAY TO DO IT MY FRIENDs Use any hard Bar Soap, Tallow or Glycerin based Soaps out there? To fit in any Mugs or Cups? Like" (Mitchells' Wool Fat or Arko Sticks. Just to name a few of them?) You can mix and match your old Soaps? Cut up the soap on a paper plate, pour your soap chunks with the shavings from the Paper Plate into a Mug, cover the soap with a small amount of water, and microwave your soap. For about a minute or so? Place a paper plate under your mug in case it bubbles out of your cup? If it foams up, STOP. The water keeps it from burning itself up. (DON'T OVER WATER YOUR SOAP??) Easy, does it? Let cool don't want to Crack the Mugs or Cups you're using? (You just want it to Congeal in your Mug or Cup') it is very hot and watery'''''. let it cool in PLACE'. after it cools, put it in a Sunny Window, until the Soap hardens? When using your soaps, use Dry Brush Less Water. It thickens the soap, making it easier to use on your face. Save your Money, spend it on your wife, don't listen to the shave Mafia. It saves me time and Money. Wheelchair Larry Happy New Year. Your Mileage may vary?

[@therbintercessor]

28mm knot

[@Latherhog]

Hmm, the official Simpsons page lists it at 26mm

[@therbintercessor]

@@Latherhog your 100% correct. I checked it out after I viewed this vid and your right. That said Italianbarber shows 28mm...i just purchased it right before watching your vid and believed it to be 28mm...my bad, sorry dude! I've emailed italianbarber to correct their website. thanks man...and thanks for all the awesome shave vids! I watch them all

[@therbintercessor]

@@Latherhog I just received an email from maggard's and they said measuring with a caliper the knots are averaging between 28.4 and 28.8 millimeters. They discussed advertising the not as what Simpson advertise it as a 26 mm but their measurements set otherwise and so they went with their measurements. I'm assuming that is 26 mm at the point where they applied the adhesive but coming out of the handle the knot is 28 if millimeters. I'll have to wait and see when I get it. I have some calipers that I'll be measuring it with.