This is simply such a great brush, simple design, a rustic, but stylish appearance, very good grip and a shape that is very comfortable for both bowl and face lathering, add to this the fact that it is made from one of our best African Hardwood species and a great knot, and you are set for miles of smiles.
Hardekool is one of the most dense timbers in the world, and makes a great shaving brush handle, it gets a lighter colour when used continually and left untreated, but a quick rub, wipe and buff with our wood muti or aftershave balm will have it back to deep, rich brown in no time at all.
The ST-1 knot is a higher end synthetic brush that is a cut above the 'ordinary citizens of knot city' it has greater water retention abilities, and a very soft and natural feel to it, the durability of synthetic knots adds lots of value to make this a great investment in brushware.
It is a stubby brush with a fat, chunky handle and weighs 100 grams, it stands a 110 mm high with a loft of 55 mm. It is 33 mm wide on the narrow waist and 44 mm on the foot, so make sure your stand is sized accordingly.
This guy will prefer standing up straight all the time.