Making Brushes

[huck1680]

Hi Guys

Is there anyone here that likes to make their own brushes? I make my own from things like deer/elk antler, pen blanks, polyester blanks, water buffalo horn, padauk wood etc.
I spin them with my lathe, then sand, finish and coat them. I'm using badger hair knots from Tony at the Golden Nib and the product and service are great.

But I remember he used to carry knots made in England and then stopped. Does anyone know where/who I could possibly buy some knots from or at least contact to see about purchasing? I'd really like to use some English product for my brushes.

Thanx in advance for your help and here's a few pics of some of my creations

Cheers
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[chrisbell]

We have several brushmakers here - Peter (Fido) who runs New Forest brushes, Rod Neep and Beejay.

 

[Arrowhead]

... don't forget Henk, Gary, Neocaligatio and Notsharp. As regards knots made in England, that's going to be a tall order, though not I suspect impossible.

I particularly like the handle shape in the last two pics, Huck.