Over the last couple of years I have been trying to find some cheap alternatives that both fit my speed painting style and budget. I am delighted to recommend the following sourced from ebay.
These are called MAJOR BRUSHES
LINK BELOW
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/390878589592?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
The following is the description carried on ebay
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THIS IS A SCHOOL PACK SIZE BOX OF 50 QUALITY SYNTHETIC SABLE PAINT BRUSHES.
SIX SIZES ARE SUPPLIED AS FOLLOWS;
10 x 0, 10 x 2, 10 x 4, 10 x 6, 5 x 8, 5 x 10.
Each size of brush is packaged in their own protective sleeves, every individual brush has a protection cap.
BRUSHES HAVE THICK COATED HANDLES MAKING THEM NOT ONLY WATERPROOF BUT EASY TO GRIP. THEY ARE CONSTRUCTED WITH HIGH QUALITY SYNTHETIC SABLE FOR GREAT RESILIENCE AND SPRING AND QUALITY.
IDEAL FOR THE ECONOMICALLY MINDED ARTIST, CRAFTER, HOBBIEST CERAMISIST AND BUDDING YOUNG ARTISTS.
USE WITH ACRYLICS, OILS & WATERCOLOURS.
These brushes are available at this low low price as they are sold in bulk.
Perfect for schools, colleges, art groups etc.
Cheap brushes make for cheap work give yourself the best chance with brushes that hold the paint and their shape superbly and will last for years.
This set will be securely packed and supplied in its own strong cardboard box ensuring the brushes reach you in perfect condition.
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The cost of these 50 brushes is great - £17.00 for 50 (which works out at about 35p per brush) - plus a further 10% discount if you buy two or more boxes
The brushes themselves are good - holding their point for at least a couple of sessions (for me that working through 100+figures). The big sizes are great for terrain, glue and painting on varnishes/dips.
The handles are a conventional length
Typically delivery is within 48 hours
So if you are looking for a cheap alternative give these a try. PS I have nothing to do with this company and my recommendation is based on my experience
Thanks for this......always find it hard to get the right brushes....but not sure I need quite so many a once. Have used GW for ages, I do find they last longer than most
ReplyDeleteThese will not hold their points like GW or other pro brushes - but as I have said they will last for a couple of sessions - hence disposal
DeleteThanks for the tip Eric; just bought a pack of 10 to try them out
ReplyDeletegood luck
DeleteThanks for the tip, I bought a pack of size 0 to test. It will be interesting to see how they survive.
ReplyDeleteas long as your expectations aren't too high !
DeleteGood tip - cheers Eric
ReplyDeletemy pleasure
DeleteWOW... Now I must check to see if shipping to the USA kills that excellent price.
ReplyDeleteCheers I will perhaps have a punt with these.
ReplyDeleteGot some of these a few years back, great for the price.
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