| Author | Message | ||
  Dake |
You needn't fear Rosemary will replace or refund if you are not happy with her products. | ||
Anonymous |
if you send an email to W&N - they'll respond. So that is my suggestion, write a clear email about the problem with the brush and it is reasonable to assume with their reputation they'll take it back | ||
Anonymous |
Someone mentioned returning it directly to W & N. I would rather do that. Anyone know how this is done? I doubt just going to the website will be sufficient. | ||
Anonymous |
All the more reason to return the W&N! | ||
Robert |
Hi--I recently ordered a Rosemary round Kolinsky and think it is the best round I've ever used. They are strictly mail order from Rosemary--stores do not carry them. You have to go on faith as I did. | ||
Anonymous |
Dake - do you order the Rosemarys from England or are they distributed where you are? I'd love to touch one before I buy one but I'm in the States. I have the catalogue and have been drolling :) | ||
Anonymous |
When I reported that my new W&N series 7 #7 refused to point, I assumed readers would understand the context--while painting. Let me clarify. When applying paint the tip splays rather than points. I don't at all have a problem that it fluffs out when dry. I don't use it dry. It does point if I flick it several times with all the force I can muster, or if I carefully hand shape it, but once I begin to apply paint it splays and doesn't repoint. I have a Rosemary brush (series 22) that retains its point nicely. I also have a Daler-Rowney Diana that is somewhere between the w/n and the rosemary. The rosemary might have slightly less spring but not to a noticable degree. It is probably a function of the longer , ie, more desirable, tuft. | ||
dake |
I notice Rosemary brushes are not mentioned, they kill series 7s in all respects. The series 33 is awesome also she makes kolinsky mop quills up to 15mm across the collar. GOOD VALUE+++ www.rosemaryandco.com | ||
dake |
All Kolinskys fluff out when dry. Anyway I thought I'd add my support to the Diana. I have a no12 and so far am most impressed. It does not seem as tightly packed as W&N (have a No 10 s7), the diana hairs seem a little longer and sparser in the center which gives a very fine point, they appear to be of superior craftmanship to the series 7 IMO and are 1/3rd the price of a s7 | ||
Anonymous |
W&N and points have come up on another list. They returned the brush and get a replacement from W&N. You might try it. I find that not all shops or suppliers carry "fresh" and it could be the case with your 7/7. My old 6 reshapes after I give it a twist - but when it dries it seems to fluff out. However, in paint mode it is PERFECT. | ||
Anonymous |
I just received a w/n series 7 #7 and it refuses to hold a point. I'll be very cautious on buying according to past reputation in future purchases. | ||
Maxwell |
I do agree that the Diana Series of brushes is one of the best kolinsky Brushes, however if you go to any art material store, and ask to try the kolinsky brushes, in water of course, you will be able to tell if you like it or not. Try a couple of different types and see what feels best to you. | ||
Anonymous |
Daler Rowney makes a kolinsky series called the Diana series that is every bit as good as (identical to and also handmade in England ) the Winsor newton series 7 and is significantly less expensive. Check out dixieart.com (I believe) for listings. I bought one and it fits your description of what you are looking for. | ||
Zoe |
I've only used the W&N 7 brushes from among your list, and then only the #6. It is a very good brush but very expensive. I also have a Escoda 1212, #8. I like it but not as much as the W&N. However, if you are interested in brushes, you might call Dakota Brush out in Washington State. Craig is the most helpful guy I've ever talked to about brushes and won't sell you something unless it's right for you. They have a good web presence. | ||
Bevan |
I am planning on upgrading to top of the line kolinsky sable watercolor brush. I am considering Raphael 8404, Rekab Series 3, Da Vinci Maestro 10 or 11 and/or W&N Series 7 brushes. I have been trying to research the brushes, but with the exception of the handprint web site I can't find a lot of information. My preference is for a brush with a lot of spring, a full belly, and sharp point. Has anyone used any of these brushes? Can anyone make any suggestions/recommendations? Thanks! |
