Paladin Brushes

(01-09-2017, 07:23 PM)handjam Wrote: On deck for tomorrow's shave....

I'm starting to come around to this handle design. Keyhole, I know in some country's that term takes on a whole different meaning. One thing for sure that's a beautiful looking knot. Congratulations!


~Royce

(01-05-2017, 06:36 PM)surfshaver Wrote:

(01-05-2017, 06:23 PM)LoungeLizard Wrote: Aha, you're the one who grabbed the Tigris from me  .  Oh, I'll be ok, I "settled" for a cobalt.  I love the look.  My first Paladin, very excited.

Sweet brush, Larry!  Would love to hear a report on the Paladin Fan Knot.

Well, I now know what all the fuss is about regarding Paladin brushes.  What a treat!  The knot is dense yet soft, without any hint of scritch, and it is the very definition of a lather hog.  One use and it is already showing it's bloom.  This is my first fan knot and I like it.  It's difficult to describe how it feels.  Perhaps a couple more uses and I'll find the words to describe it.  Suffice to say I think the fan may add to the feel of the combination of density, backbone and softness.  There is definitely another Paladin in my future.  

Ken, wonderful brush!

(01-10-2017, 07:28 AM)DudeAbides Wrote:

(01-09-2017, 07:23 PM)handjam Wrote: On deck for tomorrow's shave....

I'm starting to come around to this handle design. Keyhole, I know in some country's that term takes on a whole different meaning. One thing for sure that's a beautiful looking knot. Congratulations!


~Royce

After one use I can tell that this brush will be one of my favorites. The Sherlock handle shape is really ergonomic for my hands. It's a bit thinner than a PK47 and feels a bit shorter than a chief. This knot is excellent right out of the box. I appreciate being able to see the knot specs for the individual brush before purchase. As a consequence I'm honing in on my ideal knot one brush at a time.

(01-10-2017, 07:28 AM)DudeAbides Wrote:

(01-09-2017, 07:23 PM)handjam Wrote: On deck for tomorrow's shave....

I'm starting to come around to this handle design. Keyhole, I know in some country's that term takes on a whole different meaning. One thing for sure that's a beautiful looking knot. Congratulations!


~Royce

I can relate to that Royce.  When Paladin first released the Sherlock I wasn't particularly interested in it.  Now, after seeing various pictures taken by members, I like the shape.  I'll be looking for one in ivory, butterscotch or briar in future Paladin releases.

I think they have the finest looking Jade stock going. That's a beautiful brush Royce!

My 28mm butterscotch Falstaff was shipped on Friday and arrived Monday.  Here is the brush right out of its mailing tube.





It will get used tomorrow morning with my new CRSW Cypress soap.

Ricardo, that Falstaff is a beauty! Hope you enjoy the shave tomorrow, post some pics (if you don't mind) of the brush post-bloom.

(01-12-2017, 08:12 PM)chiefthunder Wrote: Ricardo, that Falstaff is a beauty! Hope you enjoy the shave tomorrow, post some pics (if you don't mind) of the brush post-bloom.

Jorge, as expected the Falstaff is a great performer.  Medium density, backbone and scrub.  Soft tips with no scritch.  Pictures of the first lather and the damp, bloomed knot.  

I do like their take on the butterscotch color, quite a bit different from everybody else.

(01-13-2017, 06:22 AM)TheLegalRazor Wrote: . . . Medium density, backbone and scrub.  Soft tips with no scritch. . .

I see these working Paladins and wonder why search for anything else. Congrats, Ricardo.

Congrats, Ricardo! I own a Falstaff 28mm Select (bulb/hybrid) in disco and the knot feels luxurious. Honestly, it might be my favorite knot (although 26mm is my sweet spot).

(01-13-2017, 06:22 AM)TheLegalRazor Wrote:

(01-12-2017, 08:12 PM)chiefthunder Wrote: Ricardo, that Falstaff is a beauty! Hope you enjoy the shave tomorrow, post some pics (if you don't mind) of the brush post-bloom.

Jorge, as expected the Falstaff is a great performer.  Medium density, backbone and scrub.  Soft tips with no scritch.  Pictures of the first lather and the damp, bloomed knot.  

Beautiful brush Ricardo!

Jorge, Ron, and Tom, thank you for your comments.  There is something else I want to add which is not apparent from my cell phone pictures.  The polish on this butterscotch handle is simply amazing.

I concur. The finish and richness of mine is off the charts.

These brushes are beautiful . I would love to get my hands on one . I've been on the hunt but no one really ever gets rid of them .

(01-13-2017, 03:01 PM)TheLegalRazor Wrote: Jorge, Ron, and Tom, thank you for your comments.  There is something else I want to add which is not apparent from my cell phone pictures.  The polish on this butterscotch handle is simply amazing.

Ricardo, the polish on a Paladin brush really is amazing. It makes the color(s) of the handle look even better.

A wonderful way to begin the day.

^^ great lotus!

My humble collection.

(01-15-2017, 08:25 AM)mike_the_kraken Wrote: ^^ great lotus!

Thank you and I thank Ken.