Pure Kolinsky sable at outstanding value. Soft flow, generous belly, made in Yorkshire.
Rosemary & Co Series 33 is a pure Kolinsky sable pointed round brush, handmade in Yorkshire, England. It's widely considered the best value premium Kolinsky brush on the market — significantly cheaper than Raphael 8404 or W&N Series 7 while delivering comparable performance.
Series 33 has a softer feel than both 8404 and Series 7, with a generous belly that holds plenty of paint. The point retention is excellent though slightly less crisp than Series 7. For miniature painters, it's an exceptional all-rounder, particularly for glazing, blending, and general work where the soft flow character shines. Many painters buy Series 33 in multiples — one for detail, one for basecoating, one for washes — because the price allows it.
What makes this brush special
Softer, more flowing feel than Raphael 8404 or W&N Series 7. Generous belly with excellent paint capacity. Good point retention — not quite as crisp as Series 7 but very reliable. Outstanding value for money makes it easy to maintain a full set of sizes. The "sensible choice" for painters who want Kolinsky quality without the premium price.
Medium compatibility
Watercolour
Smooth flow for washes, controlled lines and fine points.
Miniature Paints
Works well with fluid hobby acrylics for detail, layering and controlled basecoating.
Gouache
Handles opaque water-based paint when thinned to a brush-friendly consistency.
Ink
Good for fluid inks; clean promptly after use.
Oil
Acrylic
Best with properly thinned acrylics, especially for detail and glazing.
Great for
All-round miniature painting at outstanding value
Glazing and blending where soft flow helps create smooth transitions
Building a full size range without breaking the budget
Painters transitioning from synthetic to natural sable for the first time
Technique & use
Detail Work
Glazing & Blending
General Painting
Lining
Edge Highlighting
Basecoating
Less ideal for
Painters who prefer very firm, crisp brush response
Extreme precision detail where Series 7 Miniature's stiffness helps
Heavy drybrushing — still a natural sable brush
Painters who prioritise brand prestige over value
What's inside
Units/
Brush
Series
Size
Material
Tuft Length
Belly Diameter
Pointed Round
Series 33
3/0
Kolinsky Sable
7.8 mm
1 mm
Pointed Round
Series 33
0
Kolinsky Sable
9.8 mm
1.5 mm
Pointed Round
Series 33
1
Kolinsky Sable
11.8 mm
1.7 mm
Pointed Round
Series 33
2
Kolinsky Sable
14.1 mm
2 mm
Brushes in this set are handcrafted — individual dimensions may vary by 1–2 mm.
How we measure a brushA visual guide to the measurements shown in the size chart above.
These are the same measurements shown in the size chart above. Brush sizes are not standardised across brands, so use these dimensions when comparing brushes within a series or between manufacturers.
Tuft Length
The visible length of the brush hairs, measured from the ferrule to the tip.
Belly Diameter
The widest point of the brush head. On round brushes, this is the widest part of the belly.
Total Length
The full measurement from the tip of the brush to the end of the handle.
How to care for your brush
Clean with lukewarm water after each session. Use brush soap periodically. Reshape the point gently after washing. Store horizontally or tip-down in a brush case. Avoid metallic paints and harsh solvents. Rosemary & Co brushes respond well to regular conditioning with brush soap, which helps maintain the soft flow character. Expect 2-4 years with regular use and proper care.
High-quality Kolinsky Sable brushes praised for exceptional value and performance. Customers said they're "very empowering" with "great point control" for miniature painting. Most reviewers highlight excellent durability and tip retention. Some noted occasional quality inconsistencies. Fast shipping and careful packaging consistently praised.
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4 stars: 1 (6%)
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Randall
Rosemary and Co Brushes
These brushes are very empowering! Impressed is putting it lightly.
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Rory Provencal
Hands-down, my favorite brushes for
Hands-down, my favorite brushes for painting, Warhammer!
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Rory
They are the best brushes, but sometimes you still get a dud. Its just an unfortunate reality
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D.A.
Great Kolinsky Sable brushes at a great price.
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Martin Pidgeon
Rosemary and Co brush set
The brushes are great but even more than that the item was delivered earlier than expected which was impressive gibven that it was Chritmas time.
Thank you very much.
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Mark Bardoe
Very Good as always
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Mary Antonette Atienza
Great service!
Bought a couple of brushes for my partner. Did not encounter any issues shipping to the US and received the package in perfect condition. Will definitely buy again!
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Gregory
Packaged well and shipped quickly. Fair price for international shipping. Awesome kit to start with for high end brushes for miniatures.
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S.N.d.S.J.
Great brushes and lasting more than my Raphael 8404
I am a heavy user of Raphael 8404 and I think their tips lifetime is pretty short, so I decided to try another brand with similar price point and they've been great and the tip is still looking great after 3 weeks of constant use.
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Roland Kirton
Great Brushes
These brushes can't be beat for the price. Maybe some brushes are very slightly better but they are much more expensive. These are a smart buy.
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Kelly
I bought this as a christmas gift for my partner who is a warhammer fan, these do not disappoint and are his favourite brushes to paint with. I can’t fault how quickly the item arrived and it was well packaged.
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Scott Farlam
Quality Brushes
Great point control. Definitely worth it if looking to up your paining game.
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Matthew Harris
They were a gift, so I have no opinion.
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Rick Jensen
Great value for Kolinsky Sable brushes
While I do think there may be better brushes available, these are great quality for the value. For only $31 I received 4 brushes. In the past I had paid nearly that much for one top end brush. Will definitely be buying more in future.
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Anthony West
Great brushes.
They hold a good tip for a long time if cared for properly.
Excellent value brushes.
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John Gilchrist
Great value kit and fantastic brushes
These brushes have massively helped step up my painting! They're not the best, but they are definitely a step up and superb value for those wanting better quality but at an affordable price.
Highly recommend 👌
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Mohammed Mir
Great value for money
These have been proven to be great value for money and I mean really great. The fact you are getting these true sable brushes for the fraction of the price for it's counter parts is Amazing. They paint well and have great durability if cared for of course. A whole set for the price of one brush in comparison to some of its competitors with out compromising quality, if you're looking for a better brush don't want to splash out a huge amount for a single set I highly recommend this set as a very good starting point.
