Thread: Badger Vs. Boar Is there a huge difference?

Originally Posted by FiremanFlounder

I am completely new to straightshaving and am planning on purchasing my first brush. Should I go with boar or Badger bristles?

Completely new tells me that I should recommend a budget starter.
Van Der Hagen Premium Shave Set (Soap, Bowl, Brush) -- about $12

Then hunt in your local markets for a puck of Williams shave soap.
The boar brush in the set is not the best but if you worry your way
through a puck of Williams ($1.50) you will learn a lot about making
a lather and at the same time soften and break in the brush.

Yes, yes, yes you will want to upgrade the soap and the brush but this
will get you started.

The better boar brushes (Omega is one) are darn fine brushes.

Badger hair brushes are expensive but worth it.

A well made brush lasts a long time.

As a beginner pay attention to the knot size of brushes as
you shop. A tiny knot is false economy. Most folk
find that a 19mm to 22mm knot is about right.