--- product_id: 19228214 title: "Raphael SoftAqua Synthetic Squirrel Watercolor Brush, Quill, 8" brand: "raphael" price: "R2121" currency: ZAR in_stock: true category: "Raphael" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/19228214-raphael-softaqua-synthetic-squirrel-watercolor-brush-quill-8 store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Versatile quill shape for detail & wash 2x water & pigment retention Soft synthetic squirrel-like fibers Raphael SoftAqua Synthetic Squirrel Watercolor Brush, Quill, 8 **Brand:** raphael **Price:** R2121 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎨 Elevate your watercolor game with the brush that holds more than just paint! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Raphael SoftAqua Synthetic Squirrel Watercolor Brush, Quill, 8 by raphael - **How much does it cost?** R2121 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/19228214-raphael-softaqua-synthetic-squirrel-watercolor-brush-quill-8) ## Best For - raphael enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted raphael brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Artist-Approved Quality:** Top-rated (#3 in Quill Brushes) with 4.8 stars from 520+ watercolor pros. - β€’ **Precision Meets Versatility:** Quill design lets you seamlessly switch from fine details to broad washes. - β€’ **Squirrel-Soft Synthetic Bristles:** Experience the luxury of natural softness with durable, cruelty-free fibers. - β€’ **Consistent Performance, Every Time:** Retains shape and flow for flawless brushwork session after session. - β€’ **Double the Color, Double the Impact:** Holds twice as much paint and water for vibrant, uninterrupted strokes. ## Overview The Raphael SoftAqua Synthetic Squirrel Watercolor Brush, Quill size 8, features innovative wavy synthetic fibers that hold twice the water and pigment compared to conventional brushes. Designed to mimic the softness and absorbency of natural squirrel hair, it offers exceptional versatility for both fine detail and broad washes. Lightweight and durable, this brush is a top-rated choice among watercolor artists seeking premium performance with synthetic cruelty-free materials. ## Description This synthetic fiber brush offers a high capacity for paint retention. The wavy undulating shape of each fiber creates spaces on the bristle that hold an increased amount of water molecules in contrast to more straight and slippery conventional synthetic fibers. The wavy fiber technology allows for these synthetic fibers to hold twice as much color. ## Features - Soft, 100% synthetic fibers - Varying brush strokes - Works of art of any size - Quill ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00G9AQ8WY | | Best Sellers Rank | #52,212 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #3 in Quill Art Paintbrushes | | Brand Name | Raphael | | Bristle Type | Quill | | Brush Width | 17 inches | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (521) | | Handle Type | Short Handle | | Item Type Name | Synthetic Squirrel Watercolor Brush, Quill | | Item Weight | 1.28 ounces | | Manufacturer | Raphael | | Manufacturer Part Number | 25-805-08 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | No. | | Material Type | Synthetic | | Model Number | 25-805-08 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Paint Type | Watercolor | | Size | 8 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Raphael - **Brush Width:** 17 inches - **Color:** Black - **Material:** Synthetic - **Size:** 8 ## Images ![Raphael SoftAqua Synthetic Squirrel Watercolor Brush, Quill, 8 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31XoqdupiIL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does the brush snap back well?** A: It depends on size but I’d mainly say it’s more like a natural hair brush. It returns to a great point with water, but no real snap back especially with larger sizes. **Q: Are the bristles 1.5 inches long ?** A: About 1.3 inches. **Q: Does it have natural hair?** A: Soft Aqua brushes have a newly designed synthetic hair, which due to micro wavelike structure has a greater water holding than the best squirrel hair. They are a superb brush ,hold shape and can stand upto vigourous use without hair breaking or coming loose. Excellent value alternative to topline squirrel. **Q: What size round brush is this closely equivalent to?** A: That is a hard question to answer as there is nothing specifically to compare and all brushes are not alike. The best guess is to take measurements kindly provided by Amazon Customer in the only other answer here and I quote "Tip to end is 7 inches. Brush is about 3/4 inch long. Ferule slightly longer. Brush width slightly under 1/2 inch". Take the round brush you are comparing to and measure to get an idea of size. A mop brush also varies from company to company. What I do know for sure is that this brand is relatively smaller than a customer not accustomed to them might imagine from their images. For instance, my Soft Aqua travel mop 1795 by Raphael is a 3/0, 6.4mm wide, and 19mm long which is fairly small. To eyeball it I'd say it's a size 4 round but again this is a only a guess based on other size 4 rounds I happen to have and they range in size from different companies in a variety of materials from Kolinsky sable to synthetic. If you look at the Raphael SoftAqua travel set they offer a round in size 6 but I'd consider it more a size 2 in any other brand I have. This is why I only bought their travel quill from that set. I have more use for it as it's like a size 6 in actual size compared to my other brushes. Beyond that, it's nicely put together, keeps it's shape, has a fine tip, and holds water as good if not better than organic hair brushes so I recommend it on that alone. As to durability I don't know yet but it seems to be holding up nicely, but I also take proper care of my brushes. 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