Just out of curiousity, what characteristics would you ascribe to the Plisson European Grey bristles? They don't get talked about much on here and I often see the HMW, EW, and Blacks. Are the EG bristles analogous to Super badger by Rooney and Vulfix or are they something else entirely?
Thanks,
Dan
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Dan, I have a Plisson EG 14. I can't compare with Rooney, I've never had one. I had a Vulfix, but gave it to my son-in-law.
I find the EG to be a very nice, somewhat prickly, soap brush (at least that is what I use it for, but I mostly use soaps). Not floppy at all. I've seen them described as "harsh", but that is not my experience, although there may be a break in period during which the tips soften up. But then, I use a HMW 12 with my soaps also, so what do I know?
I find the EG to be a very nice, somewhat prickly, soap brush (at least that is what I use it for, but I mostly use soaps). Not floppy at all. I've seen them described as "harsh", but that is not my experience, although there may be a break in period during which the tips soften up. But then, I use a HMW 12 with my soaps also, so what do I know?
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Dan, Well, very few members have used a Plisson EG, or even seen one. Peter, and a couple of other members who check in occasionally. I've examined some, and recall what Peter and others have written in the past. They are quite stiff, and have a tendency to be a bit 'scritchy'. Considering that they are not that much less expensive then the EWs, I don't know as I'd be especially inclined to get one myself, although, at one point, I was considering it.
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Dan, Yes, definately. Initially, I too just assumed that the next 'grade' down from the EW would be more or less similiar to, say, the Simpson's Best. Then I looked some over in person and realized that it was something else. Plisson's it's own thing, they march to their own tune, as it were.
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Gordon
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HiHawkeye5 wrote: ↑Thu Jan 31, 2008 7:56 pm Dan, I have a Plisson EG 14. I can't compare with Rooney, I've never had one. I had a Vulfix, but gave it to my son-in-law.
I find the EG to be a very nice, somewhat prickly, soap brush (at least that is what I use it for, but I mostly use soaps). Not floppy at all. I've seen them described as "harsh", but that is not my experience, although there may be a break in period during which the tips soften up. But then, I use a HMW 12 with my soaps also, so what do I know?
I am considering replacement of my old Simpsons brush, which is one out of four I have in my rotation. The brush is old, and in poor shape due to my own negligence, and it is the only reasons why it should be retired. As a substitute I am considering Plisson EG #12. Are you still OK with the one you own? I was actually toying with the idea getting size #14 which you have, but haven't decided on that. I am found of hard soaps and a shaving bowl, but my Chubby seems rather piggy on soap consumption. I also own Plisson HMW #12 and I quite like it, which is maybe a reason why I would like to explore their offerings little more.
Thanks for feedback. (Assuming this post will reach you).
Aty
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Aty, several years ago I bought one of the Plisson European Grey size 12 brushes from a gent in Texas. It was a complete disappointment because it was much too stiff and scritchy for my shaving purposes. It was a beautiful brush, and well-made, but I prefer and require a brush that is soft and never rough on the face. I sold it.
Gary
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Thanks brothers. I will provide my initial feedback after about two weeks of shaving with it.brothers wrote: ↑Wed Aug 04, 2021 9:07 am Aty, several years ago I bought one of the Plisson European Grey size 12 brushes from a gent in Texas. It was a complete disappointment because it was much too stiff and scritchy for my shaving purposes. I It was a beautiful brush, and well-made, but I prefer and require a brush that is soft and never rough on the face. I sold it.