You're not the first! Boar bristles are loved among many people for exactly the qualities you describe: more backbone and excellent lathering. And the nicest part is the low price :)
You're not the first! Boar bristles are loved among many people for exactly the qualities you describe: more backbone and excellent lathering. And the nicest part is the low price :)
At one time Badger hair was only taken from the prime areas of the animal and so was priced accordingly. Horse and Boar were the brushes for the masses. More lately they use the coarser hairs from the Badger so you have this comparison between pure Badger and the other types of animals and of course more choices.