Breaker Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Evening chaps, I'm after a set of new paintbrushes. Mine are pretty well abused and as I've stepped up with my airbrush, I'd like to do the same for the hairy sticks. Does anyone have any recommendations for a set that will cover me for work on 1/48 scale stuff. Cheers, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 I've found the new Humbrol brushes to be very good, I've used them with enamel and acrylic: These ones are good for general purpose. The pack gives a good basic range and there are other sizes that can be bought separately: https://www.humbrol.com/shop/brushes-and-airbrush/brush-packs/ag4150-evoco-brush-pack-size-0246/ The sable brushes are also nice, better for higher quality work. Again you can buy packs or singles: https://www.humbrol.com/shop/brushes-and-airbrush/brush-packs/ag4250-palpo-brush-pack-size-000024/ John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyverns4 Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 Go for brushes that use Kolinsky hair/fur. Any good art shop should sell them, so choose your brush with care. Ask if the shop has a water container that you can dip the brush into so that you can see what shape the bristles form and to see if you can gently form a non-point back into a point. Or if not be sneaky and lick your index finger... I do not, nor would I advise, buying brushes in packs as the condition of the bristles can vary considerably and can not be assessed. As a useful stop gap I have also found that the brushes sold by Games Workshop to be of good quality and durable. Just check as above! HTH Christian the Married and exiled to africa, where paintbrushes, good, bad, or indifferent, are unobtainable 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breaker Posted February 27, 2014 Author Share Posted February 27, 2014 Thanks gents, I've been tempted by the Games Workshop set whilst pricey they do appear to cover everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charley420 Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 Have a look on ebay at abcbrushes. Or just search sable brushes and they'll pop up. I had their 7 brush mixup for 7 quid and I must say that I'm impressed. On a par with citadel brushes almost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodders154 Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 http://www.rosemaryandco.com/ Ask for a catalogue they are printed actual size They are the best quality brushes at a very reasonable price Rodders 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kev67 Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 I normally buy mine from the local art shop and find sable brushes although more expensive are the best, if you look after them they last for ages Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 Like a broken record I'm going to recommend W&N Series 7 for the finest detail painting. I've got a couple of 000s and a 1, plus another top of the range flat (they don't do series 7 in flats). All the rest are of variable quality, from terribly cheap (terrible and cheap?) to not half bad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintsPhil Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 Like a broken record I'm going to recommend W&N Series 7 for the finest detail painting. I've got a couple of 000s and a 1, plus another top of the range flat (they don't do series 7 in flats). All the rest are of variable quality, from terribly cheap (terrible and cheap?) to not half bad Which range is the flat one from please Mike? Could do with a decent flat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 It's called "One Stroke", and it's an Artist's Watercolour Sable. This one's 3mm/1/8" 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albeback52 Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 I've been using the same set of artists brushes I got from a local art shop nearly 10 years ago. http://www.rosemaryandco.com/ Ask for a catalogue they are printed actual size They are the best quality brushes at a very reasonable price Rodders Never heard of them until I saw your post. Catalogue ordered. Good prices. Allan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Kunac-Tabinor Posted February 27, 2014 Share Posted February 27, 2014 I'd just point out that bristle softness and flex makes a big deal, depending on what paint you use too. I have some Tamiya brushes ( link below shows the set, rather than an advert for the shop) http://www.rcpitstop.co.uk/tamiya-basic-brush-set-87066-2028-p.asp And despite the low cost - the 'larger' flat is amongst THE best brushes for acrylics i have ever used. Period. I buy a set pretty much whenever I see them - usually at Telford. They last well, and are nice to use. I realise this goes against the "you pay for what you get" mantra - but in this case - they are a steal. Cheers Jonners Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TallPaul Posted October 3, 2014 Share Posted October 3, 2014 This may be of help if anyone is still looking for brushes I have been using some Rosemary & Co kolinsky sable brushes as a result of reading this thread for a couple of months now. Sizes 3, 1 2/0 & 10/0 Good for acrylics and OK for thin enamel, they hold paint well and have kept the points so far, though don’t have a lot of spring but you can control them well. Don’t use them for dry brushing or anywhere you may be working paint into tiny places etc, you will probably ruin them. I also use W&N one stroke flats, OK for me. Also used a Humbrol green handle flat that is OK. W&N Sceptre golds are also worth a try, sable/synthetic hairs I’m still to settle on my ideal enamel brushes, I have used Pro Art prolene synthetics in larger sizes so may try these. Synthetics seem to have stiffer bristles. Ken Bromley was mentioned as a supplier, I have used them for watercolour painting supplies, plenty of choice and good service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Marshall Posted October 3, 2014 Share Posted October 3, 2014 I use both the W&N Series 7 and the RosemaryandCo brushes. For small detail brushes, at the risk of being burned as a heretic, the Rosemary and Co brushes are better and a lot cheaper. They keep their point and hold more paint than the W&N series 7s. I only use acrylics though Series 33. Pure Kolinsky Pointed The thing that really makes a big difference though is get some W&N Brush cleaner - you will be amazed how much gunk it removes from 'clean' brushes, and really helps keep them in top shape. HTH Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kev67 Posted October 3, 2014 Share Posted October 3, 2014 Best place for paint brushes is art shops, I normally go for sable brushes, more expensive but excellent for painting, and if you look after them will last for years Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiserguy Posted October 3, 2014 Share Posted October 3, 2014 Hi Breaker, As with some of the others posting here, I'd say go down to your local artist shop and buy your brushes there. My favourites are Pro-Arte Prolene Plus series 7 brushes. They are synthetics, I use acrylics and this type of paint can be harsh on naturals such as sable. You can get them in a variety of sizes as flats and pointed- sorry, don't know the technical terms for brushes, and the bristles are soft. I did have some Winsor and Newton brushes, but found their bristles a bit hard. I've had my Prolene brushes for years and wouldn't buy anything else. Best Wishes, Will. PS If you want to keep them in tip-top condition clean them with artists brush soap such as "The Masters" made by the Pencil Company. It's brilliant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dhdove Posted October 4, 2014 Share Posted October 4, 2014 Another vote for Rosemary and Co. from me...... Nice brushes, good value. TonyS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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