Winsor & Newton Series 7 Kolinsky Sable Water Colour Brush (size 2)

I don't know whether I just got lucky after reading all the negative reviews on series 7 brushes but mine arrived in perfect condition. This is my first Kolinksy Sable brush and I wanted to see how much difference there was with synthetic brushes. I think the main difference is the amount of paint it will hold which allows me to paint for longer without reloading the brush. Also, for such a small brush it can cover quite a large area, making it very versatile. The fine point allows me to paint very small details and fine lines. When dry the brush has quite a fluffy appearance unlike synthetic brushes, but as soon as it is dipped in water it regains it's sleek shape, also it doesn't have the snap that synthetic brushes have but that is to be expected. Overall, a really nice brush that has become my go-to along with my larger Silver Black Velvets.

Excellent quality

If your painting Models then buy this brush . The detail you pick out with this brush is amazing. Tip stay's as a tip and the size of the brush means you can carry so much more paint so less dipping into the pallet. These were recommended to me by a friend who has had some of his brush's for over 10 years and they are still fit for use. People you are wasting your money on other brushes stop and buy these

Windsor & Newton Series 7 are the benchmark for great brushes in my opinion. I use them to paint miniatures and they last for a long time when taken good care of. A little bit on the more expensive side, so not suited for people on a budget but overall a good investment. The brush arrived well protected in a plastic tube, and the tip was well formed upon receiving.

Just so you can judge relevance for yourself, intended to be used for miniature painting. Brush (size 2) looks nice, packaging is excellent, and the brush feels good in the hand. Unfortunately that's where the positives end. First use and I've got stray hairs and it's not keeping its point, splitting almost immediately. Tried washing thoroughly with masters and reshaping with no joy. I've had better quality from cheap temu "sable" brushes. Save your money and buy Rosemary and Co Series 33 or Raphael 8404 (personal favourite). At £25 this Winsor is just not worth the price. I bought it out of curiosity, now that is sated I shan't be buying another. Would have returned, but unfortunately I didn't get around to using it until well outside the return window.

More affordable brushes are available but after noticing many of my favourite artists using this brush I took the leap (I know, peer-pressured by instagram - the shame!) Pleased to say I'm extremely happy with this item in terms of quality and functionality. Ideal for detailed hatching and line-work in my comic art.

Completely amazing brush. Size 2 is perfect for not too many loads and holding lots of paint. Tip is the best I own

I have used Windsor&Newton series 7 brushes for many years. As a professional artist, only the best will do. I've tried other watercolour brushes, but nothing else comes up to the standard I require for my finely detailed work.

This was the first time I tested these brushes and now they are my new favourites. Really like the fine point on them

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I've used WN Series 7 brushes for a long time. They're the best brushes I've used. I've tried pure Kolinsky sable brushes from Raphael and Escoda as well but the WN ones seem to hold up better than the other brands. I'd recommend getting a brush soap to maximize the life of these brushes but honestly, they should last for months of regular use and still hold a point regardless. For you miniature painters out there, don't use this brush to scoop paint out of the pots or drybrush. That will ruin it. Also, try to avoid using metallic paints with this brush as the mica in metallic paints will also ruin the bristles on this brush.

W&N S7 size 2.

Questi pennelli sono oggettivamente la fine del mondo... Abituato a cambiarne uno ogni 3-4 mesi per uso intensivo, da quando ho preso questi non ho più avuto necessità di cambiarli. Non costano poco, ma la qualità che si portano dietro (tra delicatezza e resistenza della punta) è insuperabile. Al momento non ho trovato di meglio (e dipingo da una 10ina di anni)