new knot query

[zig zag]

Some fine fellow a while ago PIF'd me a Grosvenor bristle brush. Now I like the handle, nice size and weight, it's just the bristle that let's it down. So any ideas on where to get a new knot [23mm] in pure or best and of the best way in replacing it? regards, Adam.

 

[Dipesh]

If you don't fancy doing it yourself, drop Beejay a PM. He will do a fab job and supply the knot of your choice.

 

[Fido]

Are you sure you need a 23mm knot? The Grosvenor 404 is supposed to have had a 21mm knot which may have been set within a slightly larger opening.

23mm is not one of those used by TGN - the obvious DIY choice.

http://www.thegoldennib.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=5_9_43

 

[zig zag]

connaughts has it down as a 23mm knot, so I'm not sure, just going by this.

 

[Fido]

If the exact diameter of the hole is 23mm it is likely to be a slightly smaller knot. The knot measurement should be the diameter at the bottom of the base of the plug.

 

[zig zag]

Thank you Fido.

 

[beejay]

Ive just measured my 404 and the hole is 21.5mm so I think a 20mm knot would be ideal in that handle.
A decent badger knot it would look fuller than the mix knot fitted as standard.
regards, beejay

 

[zig zag]

Thanks for that Beejay. Is the Grosvenor handle on the 404 mixed the same as the pure bristle?

 

[beejay]

Thanks for that Beejay. Is the Grosvenor handle on the 404 mixed the same as the pure bristle?

I dont know the answer to that Im afraid as I only have the mix version.

regards, beejay

 

[Fido]

And I have the same handle for a limited edition which is a shade above 22mm. You really need to have the present knot out to measure accurately to assess the replacement knot dimensions that will work.

 

[zig zag]

Thanks to both of you, Adam.