Raphael Kazan 803 Quill Mop Brush, 00, Natural

The Quill Mop is a brush type not much in use outside of Europe. For its size the brush hair body holds a tremendous amount of paint or ink. At the same time the tip is tapered to a fine point, allowing detail and wash from the same brush. The Raphael Kazan Squirrel Brush, Series 803, Quill Mop is made to the highest standards, using the finest and most consistent hair. The quill holds the brush head to the handle with hand-twisted brass wire. Note that squirrel hair, unlike sable, has no "spring", so if you are used to sable or kolinski I'd recommend a sable quill mop.

I am just beginning in watercolor, but knew I needed a better brush after buying a set that was not Raphael. This brush is recommended in a book by Marie Boudon as one of only two brushes she uses. It is an instant hit with me. Very different from a good quality synthetic by far. And Hyatt's sent this before Amazon said it would be delivered. That is nice customer service!