FOUND: MISB Simpson 59 + $500 for Rooney Finest

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FOUND: MISB Simpson 59 + $500 for Rooney Finest

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Hello,

I've been trying to shake something special loose for a while, and I'm offering a pretty special brush in trade.

I am adding up to $500 plus the brush below in trade for the right used Rooney Finest. My preference is for unusual handles (Emillion, Urn/Polo, etc.) or Styles 1 & 3 (sizes 2 & 3). I would also consider Olde Apothecary Shop Finest and Truefitt & Hill Finest. May also consider Classic Shaving's batch of Morris & Forndran with Rooney Finest hair (marked Blonde Badger).

It is a Simpson 59 Best Badger sealed in the original packaging, circa 1960s:
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The bottom of the package:
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Underneath the sleeve:
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Sticker just visible through tissue paper, still affixed to the brush:
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Handle visible at bottom with butterscotch tint:
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"A Simpson Badger Brush" & "Made in England" on package:
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Instructions sheet visible under the tissue paper:
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Size comparison with some more recent Simpsons:
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Hair density visible through top of package (through the dust):
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I'd like to trade for a Rooney Finest. I'm OK with a solid, well-cared for used brush. I live in Nebraska USA and prefer US trades. I would also consider Olde Apothecary Shop Finest Badger or Truefitt & Hill Finest Badger.

Thanks for looking!

-rexcarolus
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Re: WTT: MISB Simpson 59 + $300 for Rooney Finest

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Added up to $300 in addition to Simpson 59 to help find the right trade.
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Re: WTT: MISB Simpson 59 + $400 for Rooney Finest

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Increased possible make-up cash to $400
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Re: WTT: MISB Simpson 59 + $400 for Rooney Finest

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Have you communicated with John (churchilllafemme)? He has a large assortment of Rooney Finest brushes. Wouldn't hurt to ask. Just a suggestion.
Gary

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Re: WTT: MISB Simpson 59 + $400 for Rooney Finest

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I'm still looking for trade of the 59 plus cash up to $400 for a used Rooney Finest. Preferred models are: Emillion 2, Urn, Style 1 medium or large. Other styles considered. Also interested in Olde Apothecary Shop and Truefitt & Hill Finest.

Please PM me if I'm off on value. I'm not trying to low-ball. To my knowledge, a Rooney Finest has not sold for over $650 in a public sale.

Thank you, Shavemyface.
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Re: WTT: MISB Simpson 59 + $500 for Rooney Finest

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Increased possible make-up cash to $500 for the right brush. Also added Classic Shaving's Morris & Forndran batch with Rooney Finest hair.
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PM coming your way.
Gary

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Re: WTT: MISB Simpson 59 + $500 for Rooney Finest

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brothers wrote:PM coming your way.
Thank you--my PM to you is stuck in the outbox :?:
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Got it, thanks!
Gary

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FOUND: MISB Simpson 59 + $500 for Rooney Finest

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I have found what I was looking for. Thank you so much, SMF!

-rexcarolus
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Re: FOUND: MISB Simpson 59 + $500 for Rooney Finest

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Congrats! Will we get to see a picture of it when you receive your new brush? :)
Gary

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Re: FOUND: MISB Simpson 59 + $500 for Rooney Finest

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Yes, I will get to that down the line! Thank you!
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Re: FOUND: MISB Simpson 59 + $500 for Rooney Finest

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we should start a 50/50 raffle for a "guess the name of the seller" :D :D
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P.s. my guess is rustyblade :)
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