Simpsons Chubby 1 Best Badger Shaving Brush

The Simpsons Chubby 1 Best Badger stands as a foundational briefing asset in the operative's technical arsenal. This smallest of the legendary Chubby series delivers remarkable density in a compact form factor—iconic design coupled with genuinely superior performance. A British institution since 1919, this brush executes its mandate with unquestionable authority.

Technical Specifications

• Knot Material: Best Badger hair
• Knot Diameter: 22mm
• Loft Height: 46mm
• Overall Height: 85mm
• Handle Height: 39mm
• Weight: 59 grams
• Handle Material: Hand-turned ivory (faux ivory)
• Construction: Handmade on the Isle of Man, Great Britain

Operational Notes

The Chubby 1 features densely packed Best Badger hair—a mid-grade badger sourced for consistency and value. The knot delivers substantial scrub during initial lather generation, transitioning to softness during facial application. Best Badger hair requires conditioning before first deployment: soak the entire knot in warm water for thirty minutes, then deploy through two full shaving cycles. This initialises the hair structure. Subsequently, the brush demands only routine water maintenance and occasional conditioning. The compact 22mm footprint makes this asset ideal for operatives with smaller facial topographies or those prioritising control.

The Brand: Simpsons

Simpsons of Sheffield has manufactured shaving brushes since 1919—an unbroken century of craftsmanship. The company relocated over the decades—from Clapham, London to Chard, Somerset, and ultimately to the Isle of Man—maintaining its commitment to handmade construction throughout. The Chubby series, now manufactured on the Isle of Man, remains the gold standard in British brush engineering. Each brush is hand-turned; each knot is individually tested.