Edwin Jagger Chatsworth Barley Shaving Brush (Best Badger)

Edwin Jagger is Europe’s leading manufacturer of luxury handmade shaving equipment. Edwin Jagger products are crafted and hand assembled in Sheffield, England—a city known for its rich industrial heritage. This Chatsworth Barley Shaving Brush (Best Badger) is a premium best badger shaving brush designed for a high-quality lathering experience.

Manufactured using top-quality materials, this shaving brush features a classic design with a beautiful metallic finish and distinctive patterning. Designed to fit comfortably in your hand, the handle has a curved design with a flared base. Each Chatsworth shaving brush is hand polished before delivery to achieve a refined shine that highlights the intricate barley pattern.

With a knot size of 21mm (0.8”), this brush is considered medium-sized, making it ideal for most users. Whether you prefer a larger or smaller brush is a matter of personal preference, but this balanced size holds a good amount of water and soap while still providing excellent control and precision. The handle measures 50mm (2.1”) tall and 33mm (1.3”) in diameter, fitting comfortably in nearly any hand and offering a secure grip, even when lathering with wet or soapy hands.

Best badger is a high-quality grade of badger hair, ideal for those seeking a more affordable yet reliable shaving brush. It is one of the most popular grades of badger hair. The hair is more common than Silvertip and Super grades and is taken from thicker parts of the pelt, including the underbelly. Best badger hair is generally shorter and darker in color than finer grades, with individual hairs varying from gray and brown to black. The hairs are less soft, creating a firmer and slightly less flexible knot that is excellent for prepping the beard and coarse facial hair while delivering a noticeable exfoliating effect. This grade of badger hair also retains a good amount of water, allowing traditional shavers to easily build a rich, luxurious lather.

Clean your brush thoroughly between uses to keep it in top condition for as long as possible. After shaving, rinse the brush in hot water, shake off any excess moisture, and hang it on a stand with the bristles pointing downward. If you do not have a stand, store the brush upright rather than laying it flat so air can circulate through the bristles and allow it to dry naturally.  Do not use this brush with shaving oil.