What's the public opinion of Shavemac.com here?

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07-18-2009, 10:31 PM
shorynot

What's the public opinion of Shavemac.com here?

I been looking at these Shavemac.com Silvertip Brushes..how would you pros rate them?
07-18-2009, 10:42 PM
gssixgun

I use the 28mm Silvertip Shavemac I think the old number was 410, Ebony handle and love it....

In fact I used it this morning :)

http://straightrazorpalace.com/420386-post37.html
07-18-2009, 11:17 PM
persco

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Originally Posted by shorynot

I been looking at these Shavemac.com Silvertip Brushes..how would you pros rate them?

I'm newish to the sport, but my Shavemac 177 (custom 20mm knot, 45mm loft), is an utterly fantastic brush. I highly recommend them. I also have a Rooney Heritage stubby 2, and I think the Shavemac is a better performer, actually. Very good value for money.

s.
07-19-2009, 04:32 AM
Seraphim

Shavemac are dreamy-soft tipped brushes. High quality for sure, not mass produced stuff. Berndt cares about his product.
07-19-2009, 07:54 AM
DwarvenChef

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I only have the one, and I love it (thanks :) )
07-19-2009, 09:46 AM
majurey

I bought a Shavemac variable loft brush recently and love it!

http://straightrazorpalace.com/brush...oft-brush.html
07-19-2009, 12:55 PM
crankymoose

Not sure of my exact model of mine but it looks like the 44140 you linked to there, I got it with the extra dense hair option and my initials engraved on the base, it is a great brush dense but soft but the handle is very heavy if I put it in a mug/bowl and there is room it will fall down so it can be quite messy. I haven't had any problems with the brush at all hasn't lost a hair.

No problem dealing with Bernd who runs Shavemac either, however there has been times when he does go on vacation where he don't check his e-mail for a week or even longer (which for some people today it is unheard of) and unfortunately it appears he don't have a backup to answer them but the rest of the time he generally responds within a day or two.
07-19-2009, 03:19 PM
JimmyHAD

Bern @ Shavemac :tu IMHO.
07-19-2009, 04:10 PM
jnich67

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Originally Posted by JimmyHAD

Bern @ Shavemac :tu IMHO.

Agreed. I don't think you'll go wrong.

Jordan
07-19-2009, 05:44 PM
shorynot

Thanks for all the feed back everyone, currently i have the cheap boar brush from walmart and the tweezerman. Ive really been wanting to add a silvertip to my collectiron. Im just having a hard time deciding what i want...the custom setup is pretty cool, you can create you brush. But im afraid it may not be as high of quality as the different models that are already out
07-20-2009, 02:24 PM
T-Ram

I have not dealt directly with Berndt, but I have heard nothing but good things about him and his products. Recently bought a 30mm Shavemac silvertip and I am really glad that I had the double size dirtybird scuttle as that thing is absolutely HUGE, densely packed, holds the heat, outrageous amounts of lathering luxury!

Tony
07-20-2009, 02:45 PM
crankymoose

Quote:

Originally Posted by shorynot

Thanks for all the feed back everyone, currently i have the cheap boar brush from walmart and the tweezerman. Ive really been wanting to add a silvertip to my collectiron. Im just having a hard time deciding what i want...the custom setup is pretty cool, you can create you brush. But im afraid it may not be as high of quality as the different models that are already out

no worries if getting a Shavemac custom, mine is top quality he uses same hair and handles for both his customs and stock brushes so same quality for both, although for customs you have more choices of combos obviously, except for some custom brush orders sometimes he has special extra dense hair available as an additonal option but that and or engraving would be the only non stock brush difference
07-21-2009, 02:10 AM
shorynot

Quote:

Originally Posted by crankymoose

no worries if getting a Shavemac custom, mine is top quality he uses same hair and handles for both his customs and stock brushes so same quality for both, although for customs you have more choices of combos obviously, except for some custom brush orders sometimes he has special extra dense hair available as an additonal option but that and or engraving would be the only non stock brush difference

Hmmm, i dont seem to see any options besides knot size for the custom brushes.
07-21-2009, 07:01 AM
shorynot

Alright everyone, i was pleasantly surprised when my parents told me they would buy me a new brush for my birthday. So now i have officially decided on a shavemac brush, reading the numerous positive reviews at b&b it was an easy decision.

Im basically torn between 2 different brushs..both silvertip of course. The first is 22580 Tortoise Imitation. And the SB1-102 Horn Imitation with a custom 23mm knot.

Im just not sure what sizes i should be looking at...23mm seems to be the middle of the road that alot of people choose. But honestly...im not even sure what "loft length" is...just the length of the actual hairs?

Anyways, any feedback on these brushes would be greatly appreciated, especially if any of you experts happen to own one. Thanks for all the input so far.

Tony
07-21-2009, 02:33 PM
Seraphim

Quote:

Originally Posted by shorynot

Alright everyone, i was pleasantly surprised when my parents told me they would buy me a new brush for my birthday. So now i have officially decided on a shavemac brush, reading the numerous positive reviews at b&b it was an easy decision.

Im basically torn between 2 different brushs..both silvertip of course. The first is 22580 Tortoise Imitation. And the SB1-102 Horn Imitation with a custom 23mm knot.

Im just not sure what sizes i should be looking at...23mm seems to be the middle of the road that alot of people choose. But honestly...im not even sure what "loft length" is...just the length of the actual hairs?

Anyways, any feedback on these brushes would be greatly appreciated, especially if any of you experts happen to own one. Thanks for all the input so far.

Tony

It all depends on what you like in a brush. If you like big, floppy, mops of a brush, get one with longer loft (55-65mm loft), if you like denser, firmer bristles, get the same brush, but request a shorter loft (45-50mm).

Here's a comparrison of two brushes I made with idential knots, the only difference being how much bristle I left exposed (i.e.- loft) you can easily see that the amount of loft can have adramatic impact on how your brush will behave

Badger & Blade - View Single Post - Turchetta silvertip knots
07-21-2009, 02:57 PM
jnich67

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Originally Posted by Seraphim

It all depends on what you like in a brush. If you like big, floppy, mops of a brush, get one with longer loft (55-65mm loft), if you like denser, firmer bristles, get the same brush, but request a shorter loft (45-50mm).

Here's a comparrison of two brushes I made with idential knots, the only difference being how much bristle I left exposed (i.e.- loft) you can easily see that the amount of loft can have adramatic impact on how your brush will behave

Badger & Blade - View Single Post - Turchetta silvertip knots

Well said. For me, a 50mm loft for a 23mm knot is plenty. Any longer and things get unruly. YMMV though. As you try different brushes, you'll figure out what you like. Again, I don't think you'll go wrong with anything you're looking at.

Jordan
07-21-2009, 02:59 PM
Oglethorpe

Quote:

Originally Posted by T-Ram

I have not dealt directly with Berndt, but I have heard nothing but good things about him and his products. Recently bought a 30mm Shavemac silvertip and I am really glad that I had the double size dirtybird scuttle as that thing is absolutely HUGE, densely packed, holds the heat, outrageous amounts of lathering luxury!

Tony

Tony,

Can you link that 30mm Silvertip? I can't find it on the site.

Thanks,

G
07-21-2009, 04:33 PM
T-Ram

Dr Funkenstein, or "G" if may be so presumptuous, :)

Shavemac - Shavemac Rasierpinsel Rasierpinsel SB1-167 SB1-167

This is the brush I have and ABSOLUTELY love. You get to the 30mm by selecting it in the drop down options on this page.

If I were going to have a custom made, I'd probably go with the 30mm, but have it mounted deeper for a shorter loft. No, I have not measured the loft on mine, but according to the listed specs, loft should be 75mm. It is just a little bit floppy but manageable.
07-21-2009, 05:20 PM
Oglethorpe

Very Nice... Very nice...

I am now having to space out my purchases because of the ludicrous amount I have already spent this month. Next up is the naniwa 5, 8, 12 set, and then perhaps a new brush.

THanks Tony.

Quote:

Originally Posted by T-Ram

Dr Funkenstein, or "G" if may be so presumptuous, :)

Shavemac - Shavemac Rasierpinsel Rasierpinsel SB1-167 SB1-167

This is the brush I have and ABSOLUTELY love. You get to the 30mm by selecting it in the drop down options on this page.

If I were going to have a custom made, I'd probably go with the 30mm, but have it mounted deeper for a shorter loft. No, I have not measured the loft on mine, but according to the listed specs, loft should be 75mm. It is just a little bit floppy but manageable.
07-28-2009, 01:43 AM
shorynot

Well everyone, ived decided on getting the 177 model, and im going to request it in Tortoise imitation. Everywhere on the net i have read nothing but good reviews on this model.

23mm knot
56mm loft

Ill post pics right when i get it for sure
07-28-2009, 10:27 AM
dannywonderful

Very nice. Post your first post shave experience with the brush too.
08-03-2009, 01:08 PM
RichZ

Quote:

Originally Posted by shorynot

Well everyone, ived decided on getting the 177 model, and im going to request it in Tortoise imitation. Everywhere on the net i have read nothing but good reviews on this model.

23mm knot
56mm loft

Ill post pics right when i get it for sure

I have one (white handle) love it a truely great brush.
08-03-2009, 09:21 PM
Pabster

A nice shavemac like this in on my future too! I am tempted for a Rooney, but I am worried about their quality control and do not want to get burned.

Pabster
08-03-2009, 09:32 PM
Oglethorpe

I have a brand new Rooney from vintage blades. I love it. It lost 2-3 hairs when first used but none since. I'm thinking about getting rid of my others.
08-04-2009, 09:43 PM
vior

Quote:

Originally Posted by shorynot

Well everyone, ived decided on getting the 177 model, and im going to request it in Tortoise imitation. Everywhere on the net i have read nothing but good reviews on this model.

23mm knot
56mm loft

Ill post pics right when i get it for sure

Great choice. Bernd makes excellent brushes and I especially like his D01 silvertip ones.