da Vinci Student Series 7779 Oil and Acrylic Paint Brush, Round White Chinese Bristles with Plainwood Handle, Size 1 Series 7779 is great for beginners, students and teachers Long handles, da vinci also makes this with a short handle, series 128 Much better quality than most low grade bristle brushes Flexible, yet firm for consistent brush strokes Certified green manufacturing with sustainable wood handles, made in germany