Thread: Need advice on repairing a Semogue 1305

Originally Posted by Warpiper

Ok, so it lasted 4 weeks this time. Absolutely no hot water this time. It looks like the failure is with the glue they used. Even with the bottom of the knot roughed up, it looks like the epoxy separates right at the knot. Time to find a better brush.

Bummer! that is odd.....

Originally Posted by Nightblade

Well look....I'm sure you know how to use epoxy just fine and all but, Instead of blaming the brush which you re glued, May I suggest giving a new brush another try instead of fixing a faulty one. The reason I say this is that Semogues really are excellent brushes and rather than getting frustrated, just give'er another go for the money. I say that because I have had both of mine for quite a bit now with no problems at all. In the end it's up to you but, I would say you just had dumb luck the first round. I dunno, maybe your squeezing the brush too hard ?? I usually submerge mine in the sink and gently squeeze out the residue followed by a few shakes and then( hang upside down) for proper drying and drainage. I wish you luck my friend. Lemme know if I can help .

Thanks Nightblade. I've let the brush soak in cold water to just below the handle and when I'm done with the shave, I do exactly what you do, shake it, give it a gentle squeeze, and then hang up side down for drying.

Hi All,

Just a short update. I sent the brush to walleyeman for him to take a look at and see what he thought was going on and here is what he sent back to me. Sweet!




The original knot was missing a binder and the taper between the handle and knot didn't match. Ray replaced the metal ring and put in a 20 mm silver tip. It looks good and feels great! Thanks Ray!

Looks great, congrats

Thanks. Ray did a great job.