da Vinci Oil & Acrylic Series 4240 Maestro 2 Oil Brush Set, Hog Bristle with Red Handles, 5 Brushes (Series 5023, 5123, 5423, 5923, 5723) Maestro 2 interlocked hog bristle shapes are deeply set in their ferrules and hold their shape after vigorous use Natural tips of flags distribute paint evenly, marking the paint layers like van gogh Certified green manufacturing with sustainable wood handles Nickel plated brass ferrules are the best money can buy Brush will retain its shape Handmade in germany at our family owned factory since 1890