Rosemary & Co Series 2230 Comber — Synthetic Specialty
Material
Synthetic (Synthetic)
Shape
Specialty
Handle
Long
Vegan
Yes
Best for
Watercolour, Acrylic
$6.36
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Tuft Length10.1 mmbristle length
Belly Diameter4.8 mmwidest bristle point
Total Lengthtip to handle end
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A synthetic specialty brush for combing, texturing, and surface effects.
Rosemary’s Comber series is a specialty synthetic brush designed for texture and controlled surface effects, and the “2230” naming suggests a distinct comber variant rather than a general-purpose painter. Specific public details were limited in the sources I found, so this description is inferred from the series name and Rosemary’s synthetic brush practice. A comber is generally used to drag, streak, or texture paint in a controlled way, often for hair, fur, grasses, wood grain, or soft directional effects. Compared with a standard flat, it should give more character in the stroke; compared with a detail brush, it is far less about a sharp point and more about mark-making. For miniature and model work, that makes it a useful specialty tool when a painter wants visible directional texture without switching to a very rough brush. [inferred]
What makes this brush special
A comber feels more purposeful than precise. The fibres should separate slightly under motion, which helps create streaks and texture rather than a uniform fill. It is likely to have enough spring to keep the stroke controlled, but enough drag to leave a visible pattern in the paint film. The sensation is closer to combing paint than brushing it smooth. [inferred]
Medium compatibility
Watercolour
Smooth flow for washes, controlled lines and fine points.
Acrylic
Best with properly thinned acrylics, especially for detail and glazing.
Great for
Hair, fur, grass, and wood-grain texture on models.
Streaking and directional surface effects.
Specialty mark-making when a standard flat is too plain.
Technique & use
Weathering
General Painting
Less ideal for
Ultra-clean blends or finish work.
Fine line detail, where a pointed brush will perform better.
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Units/
Size
Tuft Length
Belly Diameter
Price
Stock
1/8
10.1 mm
4.8 mm
$6.36
In Stock
1/4
14.2 mm
6.9 mm
$6.81
Sold Out
3/8
16.4 mm
9.7 mm
$7.72
Sold Out
1/2
20.4 mm
12.8 mm
$8.63
Sold Out
5/8
23.0 mm
16.1 mm
$10.34
In Stock
3/4
27.3 mm
20.0 mm
$10.90
In Stock
1
31.4 mm
25.6 mm
$12.15
In Stock
Brush sizes are not standardised across brands — a Size 1 from one maker may differ from another. These brushes are handcrafted, so 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 thoroughly after use, especially if used with thicker acrylics or texture mediums that can lodge between the fibres. Lukewarm water and mild soap are usually enough, but remove paint before it dries into the brush’s working profile. Reshape only lightly; the slight separation that helps the brush texture surfaces should not be forced flat. Store it protected from crushing so the combing action stays consistent. [inferred]
