Review (2/5): Adequate Brush But Buyer Beware
I first purchased this brush back in 2013. After just a few shaves the brush separated from the handle and I started a return. I wanted a replacement, but it was out of stock so Simply Beautiful sent me a refund instead, without requiring me to return the defective brush. I decided to attempt a repair of the brush. After gluing it back together with marine epoxy the brush is still working fine but showing it's age through normal wear. Now five years later (2018) I decided to purchase a backup to have on hand for when the old brush becomes worn out. So I ordered a second brush thinking by now the manufacturer had probably worked out the issue. Unfortunately, again after just a few uses the new brush also separated from the handle. This time the seller, Simply Beautiful, sent me a replacement. The replacement seems to be performing fine after a few weeks of usage. So far, so good.
In summary, I like the brush. It suits my needs. But I am disappointed in the manufacturing of the product.
If you order one of these be prepared for this issue. And maybe have some Marine Epoxy on hand.
As a side note, it is not unusual for some brushes to have a "wet dog" odor when new. This can be remedied by repeatedly soaking the brush in soapy water overnight. Through normal usage the odor will eventually go away.