Small Wooden Socket Badger Effect Bristle Shaving Brush - VS80

Even though the handle is small, it fits my grip perfectly and the natural bristle holds lather way better than the synthetic I used before. My first few wet shaves have been smooth sailing, and I'm genuinely surprised how easy this makes the whole routine.

The bristle feels firm but not scratchy, which is exactly what I wanted for my first time trying a brush instead of canned foam. It holds water well and whips up a decent lather, though the small handle means my fingers get a bit cramped after a couple of passes.

The wooden handle has a nice, solid weight to it and the bristle sweeps well enough for a first brush. It lathers fine but feels a bit scratchy on the face, so I’m hoping it softens with more use.