Simpson - Highbury Small Shaving Brush with Travel Tube, Pure Badger

The Highbury Shaving Brush is an excellent addition to our renowned Alexander Simpson Est. 1919 collection. This high-quality shaving brush features a skillfully turned handle with an eye-catching design, housing a selection of pure badger hairs, carefully chosen and hand-tied.

The handle of the shaving brush is decorated with a design reminiscent of marble veins, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication. The hair of the brush, with its dark and silvery hue, distinguishes it as a superior quality product of exceptional purity.

The Highbury shaving brush comes with a faux ivory travel case, making it the ideal travel companion for traditional shaving.

Brush Dimensions:

• Overall brush height – 82mm
• Handle height – 38mm
• Knot height – 44mm
• Knot diameter – 20mm

Brush Preparation
The Simpson shaving brush should be soaked in warm water for a few minutes before shaving, to allow the bristles to soften and retain heat. The correct water temperature should be one that allows you to immerse your hand without scalding it excessively. Too much heat could irreversibly damage the hair.

Application of Shaving Soap
Simpson advises against applying soap to the face through circular movements. This operation potentially makes the hair structurally more fragile towards the base of the same.

Final Cleaning of your Simpson Shaving Brush
This is the most “critical” phase for all brushes. It is necessary to ensure that all soap residues are removed from the knot, rinsing it with warm and clean water. Then gently squeeze the base of the knot to assess if it is completely free of residues and finally, stroke the bristles on a soft cloth. Leave the hair to dry completely on the stand (if available) or in a ventilated area (like near an open window). Allow the brush to dry completely between uses to avoid mold formations that could damage the hair. A correct drying cycle could require up to 48 hours, for this reason, the purchase of a second Simpson shaving brush is highly recommended.

Scotsman Alexander Simpson started production of shaving brushes and male grooming ancillaries in 1919 and is widely regarded as a pioneer in the industry. Manufacturing was originally based in the East end of London but later in Clapham. In 1941, following the loss of his factory during the World War II German Luftwaffe blitz, production was moved to the West Country at the famous Nimmer Mill. Today Simpson shaving brushes and associated products are manufactured by Progress Shaving Brush (Vulfix) Limited on the historic Isle of Man. They continue to be produced in the traditional way using hand tied knots by time served, skilled workers.  

Made in Isle of Man.

At New England Shaving, orders are processed same-day or within 1-2 business days. Weekend or holiday orders are processed the next business day.

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Standard: 2–8 business days (USPS Ground)

Expedited: 1–3 business days (USPS Priority)

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We appreciate your business at New England Shaving Company, and we strive to ensure your satisfaction with our products. Please review our returns and refund policy carefully to understand your rights and responsibilities.

We have a 30-day return policy, starting from the day you receive your item.

Products that have been removed from their original packaging or have broken seals are deemed non-returnable. Returns lacking original packaging will not be accepted.

Shaving creams, soaps, lotions, and any liquids or unsealed containers are not returnable as opening the lid could compromise the integrity of the product. 

Blade sampler packs, once partially used, are not eligible for returns, refunds, or exchanges.

Shaving brushes, combs, gift sets, kits and other grooming products and shaving accessories are not returnable if used, have broken seals, lacking original packaging.

Due to hygiene and sanitation concerns, used items cannot be returned.

All returns and exchanges require prior authorization. To initiate a return, please contact us at support@newenglandshaving.com. We will verify with you if the item meets our return policy criteria. Upon your confirmation, we will provide a return shipping label. Upon receipt of your return, our team will inspect it. If accepted, a refund will be issued according to our refund policy terms.

Shipping fees both ways are non-refundable in the case of return or exchange except for damaged, defective, or incorrectly shipped items.

Refund requests will be denied if the returned product does not meet our return criteria or align with the initial confirmation of its condition.