After much deliberation, and trying to get someone restore my vintage Stag Best Badger brush, I decided to do it myself. After some coaching from 2 sharp and a 23mm silver badger brush from Golden Nib here is the results.
The lathering is awesome with this brush, soft yet stiff enough, one or two bristle sheds after 2 shaves.
Thanks to 2 Sharp, much respect Sir,