Of equal priority in designing a shaving brush are its lathering capability, the feel of the bristles on the face, and the durability of both these factors. While the bristle material primarily governs durability; the lathering capability and the feel of a shaving brush are governed by a) knot length b) knot density and shape c) the weight of the handle vis a vis the knot d) as well as the bristle material and make. We have paid careful attention to all these factors and have not spared any expense in the determination of any of them. We believe in the use of a shaving brush as a painter’s brush. Implying gentle but meaningful strokes. The design of this brush, was made to induce it’s use along these lines. We do not use animal derived material in our products and the brush works great as a gift for men.