Simpson's - Handcrafted Shaving Brushes Since 1919

What is Simpsons and when was it founded?

Simpsons was founded in 1919 in London by Scotsman Alexander Simpson and is the world's oldest shaving brush manufacturer. The factory was destroyed in the 1941 London Blitz, relocated to Somerset, and since 2008 operates from the Isle of Man where every brush is made entirely by hand.

What makes Simpsons brushes special?

Simpsons is perhaps the only manufacturer of genuinely hand-made shaving brushes remaining in Great Britain. Every knot is hand-tied by specialist craftsmen using techniques unchanged since 1919. Gentlemen's Quarterly wrote in 1963 that a Simpsons brush "may not need replacing in your lifetime."

What are the most popular Simpsons models?

The Chubby series is the iconic Simpsons range, available in three sizes with exceptionally dense knots. The Duke is the classic all-rounder with ideal proportions. The Trafalgar offers synthetic fibre at an accessible price, while the Major and Case are designed for travel.

What hair grades does Simpsons offer?

Simpsons offers brushes in four grades: Pure Badger (firm, exfoliating), Best Badger (balance of softness and backbone), Super Badger (softest, equivalent to silvertip), and Sovereign/Platinum synthetic fibre for a vegan-friendly option.

Where are Simpsons brushes made today?

Simpsons brushes are manufactured on the Isle of Man (British Isles) following the 2008 production transfer. The previous owner specifically chose this buyer as the only one who guaranteed that brushes would remain handmade in Britain using traditional techniques.

What Simpsons brushes are available at TheTwoBarbers.com?

TheTwoBarbers.com carries selected Simpsons brushes in Chubby, Duke, Trafalgar and Berkeley ranges, with Pure Badger, Best Badger, Super Badger or synthetic hair. Every brush is handmade on the Isle of Man with over 100 years of craftsmanship.