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    Default Brush Stand or no Brush Stand

    Do you use a brush stand or stand yours on end?

    I've read a few threads via search but not many people gave there opinion. Hopefully this thread can give a bigger sample of opinions.

    Thank you for your time.

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    I rest my Simpson's T2 `bristles up'.

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    I use a stand. I don't think it really matters, but the suppliers threw one in as there was a delay on my order. I'd probably use one anyway as brushes can be pretty expensive & it provides a little peace of mind.

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    I started out resting them bristles up, then epoxied small rare earth magnets to the end so I can stick 'em to the bottom of a metal towel rack next to the sink. I haven't seen any difference in the brushes whatsoever but this keeps them handy and out of the way (small bathroom).
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    I don't think it makes any difference up or down as long as you don't leave it in the soap dish and make sure it is rinsed well and shaken out as dry as possible. The longevity should be the same for both ways. If you have more than one it is nice to have them handy to choose which one to use at the last minute.

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    I thoroughly shake mine out and then it sits with bristles up...I've had no problems.

    Not looking to hijack, but I have one quick question for BJ and then I'll shut up. On a side note out of curiosity....BJ....the brush that is 2nd from the bottom on the left side of your photo - is that an SRD silvertip? How is it?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Razorburne View Post
    I thoroughly shake mine out and then it sits with bristles up...I've had no problems.

    Not looking to hijack, but I have one quick question for BJ and then I'll shut up. On a side note out of curiosity....BJ....the brush that is 2nd from the bottom on the left side of your photo - is that an SRD silvertip? How is it?
    That was a custom that I was not satisfied with and replaced the knot with a Golden Nib 28mm. This is the thread in which I described the process. http://straightrazorpalace.com/brush...rs-dollar.html Oh, I love that brush. Pure luxury.

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    It doesn't really make a difference, as long as you shake it out thoroughly before leaving it to sit/hang. Capillary action will move the moisture to the tips away from the glue either way.

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    I've always shaken my brush out and then hung it bristles down in a stand. I have seen this topic come up a number of times on a few forums and many users leave their brush to dry bristles up with no problems reported.

    OTOH, it is worth noting that Plisson's instructions recommend drying in the open air with the brush hung bristles down. It goes on to say that the warranty applies if the instructions are followed.
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    I have a stand so I use one

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