Thread: My first Shavemac

I agree that if you are a man who prefers 'scritchy/prickly a Shavemac D0-1 two band is the best bet, and maybe the only bet of current production brushes. This 24x50mm knot/loft is also one that is probably the stiffest backbone/scritchiest I've had with the exception of an old Somerset made Simpson Manchurian Chubby 2. I sold it because it was too much of the good thing. I'm happy to say that this brush mellowed out in backbone after a few uses, and is now a perfect balance between backbone and scritch factor.

Gee, I don't know what to make of these rare brushes folks are talking about here. I guess there are a number of unobtainium class brushes out there that are the cats meow but you can't get them. Maybe you have to use the secret handshake or show them your bank account.

I'm glad brush fever is one malady I don't have.

except for.....

Congratulations, Bill and the knot will soften. I promise! You just have to use it.

That's my knot! 22x46 fan in D01 2band. Mine was broken in after 20 uses. It's my current brush of the month. Still not my favorite, but it is starting to grow on me... I've managed to thicken up my lather and it's not as messy as I've complained about here in the past. Please keep posting your thoughts as you acquaint yourself with your new brush.

I have about 3 years on my Shavemac and am crazy about it.

My new Geoff Anderson Shavemac in the D01-2 band arrived today - awesome brush, great scritch, just the way I like them.



And here is my other Jade handled Shavemac in the D01-2 band alongside the GA Shavemac and a Simpson's Polo 8 for reference.

Originally Posted by Phrank

My new Geoff Anderson Shavemac in the D01-2 band arrived today - awesome brush, great scritch, just the way I like them.



And here is my other Jade handled Shavemac in the D01-2 band alongside the GA Shavemac and a Simpson's Polo 8 for reference.

That brush is beautiful, Andrew ..

Enjoy it!