Kolinsky
DESCRIPTION
*Kolinsky brushes are being discontinued and will be replaced with a synthetic version in the near future*
You know what you’re getting with a Trekell Kolinsky brush. Serious artists associate Kolinsky sable hair with high-end performance and long-lasting quality. Few other hair types have that superior snap and resilience. With nickel-plated brass ferrules, black and silver-lacquered hardwood handles, and needle-like points, our Kolinsky line makes an already legendary brush even better. Buy today and discover the cornerstone for your watercolor or oil collection.
SELECT BRUSH SERIES
Round - 7000 Series
When people think of a fine art brush, they picture a round. The iconic, rounded shape is versatile, allowing artists to lay down washes, fills, and lines of all sizes. Rounds on the larger side can efficiently transform wide surface areas with fewer strokes. Those with finer points excel at delicate lines and intricate details.
| Size | Width | Length | MSRP | Price | Quantity |
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| 3/0 | 1/16 | 9/32 | $8.32 | $6.94 |
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| 2/0 | 5/64 | 5/16 | $9.30 | $7.75 |
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| 3 | 1/8 | 9/16 | $21.25 | $17.71 |
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| 4 | 5/32 | 11/16 | $27.42 | $22.85 |
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| 6 | 3/16 | 13/16 | $42.40 | $35.33 |
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| 7 | 13/64 | 7/8 | $55.13 | $45.94 |
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| 8 | 1/4 | 1 | $91.85 | $76.54 |
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| 10 | 5/16 | 1 1/8 | $110.65 | $92.21 |
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| 12 | 21/64 | 1 1/4 | $144.04 | $120.03 |
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| 14 | 11/32 | 1 5/16 | $174.30 | $145.25 |
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Kolinsky
Round - 7000 Series
Kolinsky
Round - 7000 Series
Kolinsky
Round - 7000 Series
Kolinsky
Round - 7000 Series
Kolinsky
Round - 7000 Series
Kolinsky
Round - 7000 Series
Kolinsky
Round - 7000 Series
Kolinsky
Round - 7000 Series
Kolinsky
Round - 7000 Series
Kolinsky
Round - 7000 Series
Wash - 7010 Series
With a sizable head constructed from soft, flat hairs, a wash does what the name implies: laying down big washes of liquid. But, watercolorists know that a wash can also perform the inverse, controlling wet spots by soaking them up.
| Size | Width | Length | MSRP | Price | Quantity |
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| 3/8 | 3/8 | 3/8 | $28.83 | $24.02 |
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| 1/2 | 1/2 | 1/2 | $36.03 | $30.02 |
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| 5/8 | 5/8 | 5/8 | $47.57 | $39.65 |
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| 3/4 | 3/4 | 3/4 | $60.04 | $50.03 |
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| 7/8 | 7/8 | 7/8 | $69.63 | $58.02 |
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| 1 | 1 | 1 | $79.33 | $66.11 |
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| 3/8-1 | Complete | Brush Set | $321.41 | $241.06 |
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Kolinsky
Wash - 7010 Series
Kolinsky
Wash - 7010 Series
Kolinsky
Wash - 7010 Series
Kolinsky
Wash - 7010 Series
Kolinsky
Wash - 7010 Series
Kolinsky
Wash - 7010 Series
Kolinsky
Wash - 7010 Series
Rigger/Script Liner - 7000L Series
The liner brush is similar to the script brush, just with a smaller and even narrower shape. If a project calls for incredibly tight control, a liner brush is your answer.
| Size | Width | Length | MSRP | Price | Quantity |
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| 4 | 1/8 | 7/8 | $35.93 | $29.95 |
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| 6 | 5/32 | 1 | $51.80 | $43.17 |
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Kolinsky
Rigger/Script Liner - 7000L Series
Kolinsky
Rigger/Script Liner - 7000L Series
- Reviews
- Questions
United StatesThey are good, just which I got larger brushes.
United StatesThese hold up nicely compared to the more popular brushes out there. I was looking for some Kolinsky brushes that were easier to get but they just discontinued this line. Back to scouring the interwebs.
United StatesI picked up the round 2/0 and use it for detailing white lines and really like it. I had the round in a 0 for several years and still use it though its a bit frayed now after all my abuse. It held up really well.
United StatesPackaged really well, each brush had one of those little plastic tip protectors and then was inside its own tube. No damage at all in transit. Points are pointy, no splits or scraggly bits. Good quality brush, I don't know enough to compare to Windsor and Newton, Raphael, etc. but I chose it as a US made and slightly cheaper alternative. Will purchase again.
United StatesBest brush for price
I ordered two Kolinsky brushes, a #1 and a #3, recently. They are my first Kolinsky brushes and I had high expectations. They're supposed to be the pinnacle of brushes for watercolor. The #1 started to loose its point and fraying within a day of use. It became unusable after a couple of days. Trekell responded quickly and sent me another #1 brush. It too started to fray after its first long painting session. Not as badly as the first one, but heading down that road. Also it's ferrule is crooked on the handle. I have used the soap and brush restorer after each use. I keep them in their tubes when not in use. I reached out to trekell again and they issued me a refund right away and I'll be sending both #1's back to them. The #3 is a completely different story. It keeps it's point, has a wonderful snap, and lays down color beautifully. Every thing you could want in a premium brush. I also purchased a #1 Kolinsky liner-script. It has been a joy to use as well. I'm going to try a #2 Kolinsky round and see if it will perform like the #3, but allow me to use it for details too. All that being said, I can't recommend the Kolinsky round brushes in a size smaller than a #3 and I have been disappointed with the build quality in the #1 round. A size that I use a lot. Maybe it was a bad batch? I suppose we'll find out the reason someday soon.