Hardekool sanded to around 320 grit, and then a quick smooth over with a polishing compound, the brush was then coated with a sample of our 'My Bliksem balm' that has excellent water dispersing properties! This barrel of fun weighs in at 85 grams and stands 110 mm high, the two-tone appearance runs right around the brush and is the heartwood and sapwood of the ever popular leadwood tree. It sports a 21 mm Finest two band knot set at a 52 mm loft. Very little, or if you prefer no maintenance is required for this brush, use 'My Bliksem balm' on your face and brush handle and you'll be golden, amazing stuff!