The ultimate Ivy League shaving brush turned in six sizes and filled with Best Badger hair. The Harvard is one of the most under-rated shaving brushes in our range but those who own it enjoy the density of the hand-made knot & sleek lines of this classically shaped handle.
The perfect care of a Simpson shaving brush (even if it actually applies to most shaving brushes):
Preparation of the brush
Il Simpson shaving brush it should be left to soak in hot water a few minutes before shaving, to allow the bristles to soften and retain heat. The correct temperature of the water should be the one that allows you to immerse the hand without burning it exaggeratedly. Too much heat could damage the hair irreversibly.
Application of shaving soap
Simpson advises against it the application of soap in the face through circulatory movements. This operation potentially makes the hair structurally more fragile towards the base of the same.
Harvard H1 Best Badger approximate brush specifications:
Overall brush height – 84mm
Handle height – 44mm
Knot loft – 40mm
Knot diameter – 17mm
Weight – 37g
The Ivy League meets traditional British shaving.