BHA Supper Stiff Bamboo Brush — New Batch of "Black Bear"

Description:
Designed for crisp, decisive strokes, this Mixed Hair bamboo brush is the latest “Black Bear” batch from Master Xu Laosan’s workshop — ideal for bamboo, orchid, plum, and any subject that demands expressive Zen stroke and a sharp, resilient point.

Available Sizes

Large: Hair length: 2½" (6.2 cm), Hair diameter: ⅝" (1.6 cm), Handle length: 9½" (23.5 cm)

Small: Hair length: 2⅛" (5.2 cm), Hair diameter: 9⁄16" (1.5 cm), Handle length: 9½" (23.5 cm)

Hair Blend & Feel

• Outer ring: Black hog bristle (20%)
• Core: Synthetic “wolf” (80%)

This pairing creates a super firmness and flexible, springy tip that:

• Snaps back quickly to a fine point
• Holds a steady edge for long pulls
• Resists splaying for disciplined, calligraphic strokes

Best Uses

• Bamboo: leaves and stalks with fast, bold, confident strokes
• Orchid: blade work with clean, tapered lines
• Plum: rugged trunks and expressive bark textures
• Line work: any subject where you want crisp, controlled ink lines

Who It’s For

• Serious beginners who want more control and structure in their brushwork
• Intermediate and advanced CBP / sumi-e artists needing a reliable stiff brush for training disciplined strokes and calligraphy-inspired line work

What’s New in This Batch

• Updated English inscription on the handle
• “Made in China” sticker added to meet current import and labeling requirements
• Same trusted build quality from Master Xu Laosan’s workshop

Care Tips

• Rinse thoroughly after use until the water runs clear
• Gently reshape the tip to a point
• Dry flat or horizontally — avoid standing tip-up while wet
• Do not soak the ferrule for long periods

Watch It in Action

See a quick bamboo test and performance demo of this brush on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/AcewLHE6moA