First use: the end tips of the brush hairs irritated my skin and inflamed it —possibly a reaction to the synthetic build? Will update this review on my second use. Nevertheless, this brush lathers a storm, absolutely wonderful. Feels smooth on the skin and washes well. I’d love a more natural-material handle. I recommend this to those whose skin can tolerate plastic-based fibers.

Just close your eyes and visualize Dean Martin, John Wayne or Harry Belafonte preparing to be out on the town in the 1950s or early 1960s (sport coat, open collar shirt and a hat). They would have loved the look, feel and shave quality of this brush. The Holy Black captures this genre with the quality that Semogue brings to the table. The look, feel and shave quality (LFSQ) of this brush is first class and you get a piece of retro culture at the same time. I purchased from Razor Emporium in December 2021 and it's been a great experience. Lastly, as I like to say, I receive nothing for reviewing any product...just call it like I see it. With my compliments to Matt and his team at Razor Emporium,