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Robert Simmons pioneered a revolution in synthetic brushes, creating a unique blend of filaments that perform so remarkably like pure red sable that they earn the name "White Sable." Simmons's White Sable brushes offer superb point and spring at a fraction of the cost of red sable.

The original synthetic artist's brushes for watercolor and acrylic are still guaranteed for life — just as they were when Robert Simmons introduced them in 1972.

White Sable Pack G — This set contains 3 short handle brushes: Rounds 2, 4, 6.

White Sable Pack H — This set contains 4 short handle brushes: Flat 1/4, Script 6, Rounds 3, 8.

White Sable Pack I NEW! — This set contains 4 long handle brushes: Filbert 6, Rounds 10, 1, and Bright 4.

White Sable Pack J NEW! — This set contains 4 long handle brushes: Filbert 8, Round 4, and Brights 6, 12.

Note — Brush sizes are not standardized. The length and width of a brush of a given shape and size varies considerably by manufacturer. Since fine art brushes are handmade, expect some variation even among brushes from a given manufacturer.

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Robert Simmons White Sable Brush Packs

4.8

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2/24/2013

5.0

Best synthetic brush I have tried

By Benjammin

from Columbus, OH

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Comments about Robert Simmons White Sable Brush Packs:

Bought a size 8 and size 3 round. The size 8 is wonderful, almost as good as a great sable, fine point and holds plenty of water. The size 3 is ok, I use it as a mixing brush now, it cant do finer detail than the size 8.If I was buying again I wouldn't get a smaller size round than a 6. Media: watercolor.

11/14/2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Wonderful brushes!

By Dhaivat

from Mumbai, India

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Comments about Robert Simmons White Sable Brush Packs:

I live in Mumbai, India, and had placed an order for W&N Scepter Gold II brushes. But I was informed that any brush with natural hair cannot be shipped out of the US.

So, after hours of reaserch and reading of reviews on the net, I decided to order Robert Simmons' White Sable brushes.

Here is what I have to say:
Look of the brushes - Beautiful
Reservoir capacity - excellent
Points of the hairs - perfect
Weight of the brushes - just right
Color releasing ability - almost as good as natural sable hair
Cleaning - extremely easy
Price - a steal
Additional comment - these are like Harry Potter's magic wand!!!!!

Thanks to all the reviewrs here, and the help I got from the staff (Audra and Melissa) of Blick art material, for helping me choose the best synthetic brushes I've ever come across, very prompt responses to my innumerable e-mails, and for having patience to answer each of them in detail.

10/27/2012

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Really good brushes!

By Mr Watercolor Guy

from Belleville, IL

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Comments about Robert Simmons White Sable Brush Packs:

I have used Robert Simmons' Brushes for decades; I have a #36 Goliath that I bought in the 1980's (from Dick Blick)that still comes to a decent point even after decades of use.

Their color holding capacity is good, but their response is excellent. I recommend these brushes to all of my students.

Also, I like ordering from Dick Blick as they have quality merchandise and rapid shipping!

I prefer to stick with Blick!

6/3/2012

5.0

GOOD QUALITY BRUSHES

By Miss S

from Louisiana

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Comments about Robert Simmons White Sable Brush Packs:

Robert Simmons White Sable Brushes are the best brushes i have ever used! they have great spring & great color holding capacity, overall good quality brushes. I also love ordering from blick because they have such great products & a great customer service (:

5/10/2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

A Solid Choice

By MarkMaker

from The Great NW

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Comments about Robert Simmons White Sable Brush Packs:

My new favorite brushes!!! Point up everytime, hold lots of color and release almost intuitively. The best animal friendly brushes available imho.

2/26/2012

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

The Best...

By Elizapainter

from NY

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Comments about Robert Simmons White Sable Script Series 750:

I'm a scenic artist routinely doing work for Disney and Universal and I love these brushes. I tried several different brands of scripts and liners recently and these were - hands down - the best. They hold the paint, make gorgeous smooth long curves, stay pointed after hours and hours of use, don't splay at all, and wear exceptionally well. Need I say more....

1/3/2011

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

EXCELLENT POINTS

By Beach Boy

from Palm Beach, FL

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Comments about Robert Simmons White Sable Brush Packs:

It holds a lot of watercolor for a synthetic and has a very good point for small tight areas.

10/21/2010

5.0

One of my favorite brushes

By CSCHNACK

from Phoenix, AZ

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Comments about Robert Simmons White Sable Brush Packs:

The oval mop is my favorite brush for applying anything where I don't want brush marks, and/or to make seamless blends. I use fairly thin glazes in many layers in my paintings. The Robert Simmons white sable brushes are among my favorite tools.

8/12/2010

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Flat and round size 12

By vixenblixer

from Montevideo, Uruguay

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Comments about Robert Simmons White Sable Brush Packs:

I purchased one flat size 12 brush and one round brush, same size. It really surprised me how soft the synthetic fibers are. They can carry a generous amount of watercolour and don't lose the shape even after several strokes. Wish I had bought more!!!
Another thing to point out regarding this purchase is the packing. My package had to travel a great deal of kilometers and it arrived in perfect condition. Everything came very well protected. I definitely recommend Blick Art to world wide customers.

7/4/2010

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Robert Simmons are my favorite

By H20 Chroma Lover

from Madison, WI

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Comments about Robert Simmons White Sable Brush Packs:

I purchased a few of these brushes after they were recommended in one of Joyce Roletto Faulknor's watercolor books on painting crystal. Since then, they have become my absolute favorite brand! The flats are excellent for controlling lines, edges and details. I also use them for lifting pigment as they have so much spring and keep their shape. When I need to clean up a line or straighten an edge - they really do the job. The rounds are so juicy and really hold the pigment. These are my go-to brushes - to me they beat sables and sable-blends and are so affordable!

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Item	Series	Brush	Style	Width	Length		Price Prices, promotions, and availability may vary by store, catalog, and online.	Qty
05080-1039		White Sable Pack G	Short Handle			List $19.55	$9.77
05080-1049		White Sable Pack H	Short Handle			List $25.35	$12.67
05080-2049		White Sable Pack I NEW!	Long Handle			List $25.35	$12.67
05080-3049		White Sable Pack J NEW!	Long Handle			List $31.09	$15.54
06181-1001	760B	Bright, Size 1 NEW!	Long Handle	3/32"	11/32"	List $7.65	$3.82
06181-1002	760B	Bright, Size 2 NEW!	Long Handle	1/8"	3/8"	List $8.79	$4.39
06181-1003	760B	Bright, Size 3 NEW!	Long Handle	5/32"	7/16"	List $9.35	$4.67
06181-1004	760B	Bright, Size 4 NEW!	Long Handle	3/16"	15/32"	List $9.65	$4.82
06181-1006	760B	Bright, Size 6 NEW!	Long Handle	1/4"	1/2"	List $10.69	$5.34
06181-1008	760B	Bright, Size 8 NEW!	Long Handle	9/32"	9/16"	List $11.65	$5.82
06181-1010	760B	Bright, Size 10 NEW!	Long Handle	3/8"	19/32"	List $12.55	$6.27
06181-1012	760B	Bright, Size 12 NEW!	Long Handle	1/2"	5/8"	List $14.75	$7.37
06181-1014	760B	Bright, Size 14 NEW!	Long Handle	17/32"	11/16"	List $15.29	$7.64
06181-1016	760B	Bright, Size 16 NEW!	Long Handle	5/8"	23/32"	List $17.99	$8.99
06181-1020	760B	Bright, Size 20 NEW!	Long Handle	11/16"	25/32"	List $21.15	$10.57
06180-1001	761R	Round, Size 1 NEW!	Long Handle	1/16"	5/16"	List $7.25	$3.62
06180-1002	761R	Round, Size 2 NEW!	Long Handle	1/16"	11/32"	List $7.55	$3.77
06180-1003	761R	Round, Size 3 NEW!	Long Handle	5/64"	13/32"	List $7.65	$3.82
	out of stock, available 6/18
06180-1004	761R	Round, Size 4 NEW!	Long Handle	5/64"	1/2"	List $8.09	$4.04
06180-1006	761R	Round, Size 6 NEW!	Long Handle	3/32"	19/32"	List $9.45	$4.72
06180-1008	761R	Round, Size 8 NEW!	Long Handle	7/64"	5/8"	List $10.45	$5.22
06180-1010	761R	Round, Size 10 NEW!	Long Handle	9/64"	11/16"	List $10.79	$5.39
06180-1012	761R	Round, Size 12 NEW!	Long Handle	11/64"	23/32"	List $11.75	$5.87
06180-1014	761R	Round, Size 14 NEW!	Long Handle			List $12.99	$6.49
	out of stock, available 6/18
06180-1016	761R	Round, Size 16 NEW!	Long Handle	7/32"	1-1/32"	List $14.95	$7.47
06180-1018	761R	Round, Size 18 NEW!	Long Handle	1/4"	1-5/32"	List $16.85	$8.42
06183-1002	748L	Fan, Size 2 NEW!	Long Handle	1-3/16"	29/32"	List $11.75	$5.87
06183-1004	748L	Fan, Size 4 NEW!	Long Handle	1-1/2"	1-3/16"	List $14.75	$7.37
06183-1006	748L	Fan, Size 6 NEW!	Long Handle	1-11/16"	1 3/8"	List $18.09	$9.04
05082-1002	748	Fan Blender, Size 2	Short Handle	1-9/16"	15/16"	List $11.29	$5.64
05082-1004	748	Fan Blender, Size 4	Short Handle	1-7/8"	1-5/32"	List $13.85	$6.92
05082-1006	748	Fan Blender, Size 6	Short Handle	2-1/8"	1-3/8"	List $17.39	$8.69
05824-1001	767	Filbert, Size 1	Short Handle	3/32"	9/32"	List $8.25	$4.12
05824-1002	767	Filbert, Size 2	Short Handle	1/8"	11/32"	List $9.85	$4.92
05824-1004	767	Filbert, Size 4	Short Handle	3/16"	13/32"	List $11.15	$5.57
05824-1006	767	Filbert, Size 6	Short Handle	1/4"	1/2"	List $11.29	$5.64
05824-1008	767	Filbert, Size 8	Short Handle	5/16"	19/32"	List $12.55	$6.27
05824-1010	767	Filbert, Size 10	Short Handle	7/16"	21/32"	List $13.69	$6.84
05824-1012	767	Filbert, Size 12	Short Handle	1/2"	23/32"	List $16.25	$8.12
05824-1014	767	Filbert, Size 14	Short Handle	19/32"	27/32"	List $16.45	$8.22
05878-1002	762	Flat, Size 2	Short Handle	1/8"	5/16"	List $7.25	$3.62
05878-1004	762	Flat, Size 4	Short Handle	3/16"	25/64"	List $8.89	$4.44
05878-1006	762	Flat, Size 6	Short Handle	1/4"	15/32"	List $9.45	$4.72
05878-1008	762	Flat, Size 8	Short Handle	5/16"	1/2"	List $10.79	$5.37
05878-1010	762	Flat, Size 10	Short Handle	3/8"	9/16"	List $11.75	$5.87
05878-1012	762	Flat, Size 12	Short Handle	1/2"	21/32"	List $13.85	$6.92
05801-9026	789	Goliath Wash, Size 26	Short Handle	7/16"	1-19/32"	List $38.39	$19.11
05801-9030	789	Goliath Wash, Size 30	Short Handle	1/2"	1-7/12"	List $49.89	$24.85
05801-9036	789	Goliath Wash, Size 36	Short Handle	17/32"	1-3/4"	List $52.95	$26.37
05879-4014	721	One-Stroke, Size 1/4"	Short Handle	1/4"	3/4"	List $9.55	$4.77
05879-4012	721	One-Stroke, Size 1/2"	Short Handle	1/2"	1-1/32"	List $13.39	$6.69
05879-4034	721	One-Stroke, Size 3/4"	Short Handle	3/4"	1-5/16"	List $21.15	$10.57
05879-1001	721	One-Stroke, Size 1"	Short Handle	1"	1-1/2"	List $32.35	$16.17
05879-4112	721	One-Stroke, Size 1-1/2"	Short Handle	1-1/2"	1-3/4"	List $61.75	$30.84
05877-4014	752	Oval Wash, Size 1/4"	Short Handle	1/4"	3/4"	List $12.25	$6.12
05877-4012	752	Oval Wash, Size 1/2"	Short Handle	1/2"	1"	List $15.89	$7.94
05877-4034	752	Oval Wash, Size 3/4"	Short Handle	3/4"	1-5/16"	List $28.75	$14.37
05877-1001	752	Oval Wash, Size 1"	Short Handle	1"	1-9/16"	List $34.85	$17.42
05078-1080	785	Round, Size 8/0	Short Handle	1/32"	13/64"	List $6.39	$3.19
05078-7030	785	Round, Size 3/0	Short Handle	1/32"	7/32"	List $6.49	$3.24
05078-7020	785	Round, Size 2/0	Short Handle	3/64"	5/16"	List $6.59	$3.29
05078-1000	785	Round, Size 0	Short Handle	3/64"	21/64"	List $6.79	$3.39
05078-1001	785	Round, Size 1	Short Handle	1/16"	3/8"	List $7.45	$3.72
05078-1002	785	Round, Size 2	Short Handle	5/64"	1/2"	List $7.95	$3.97
05078-1003	785	Round, Size 3	Short Handle	7/64"	19/32"	List $8.79	$4.39
05078-1004	785	Round, Size 4	Short Handle	1/8"	23/32"	List $9.55	$4.77
05078-1005	785	Round, Size 5	Short Handle	9/64"	25/32"	List $10.25	$5.12
05078-1006	785	Round, Size 6	Short Handle	5/32"	13/16"	List $11.55	$5.77
05078-1008	785	Round, Size 8	Short Handle	7/32"	1-1/32"	List $15.49	$7.74
05078-1010	785	Round, Size 10	Short Handle	1/4"	1-3/16"	List $17.79	$8.89
05078-1012	785	Round, Size 12	Short Handle	5/16"	1-5/16	List $19.65	$9.82
05078-1014	785	Round, Size 14	Short Handle	11/32"	1-11/32"	List $21.15	$10.57
05876-1001	750	Script, Size 1	Short Handle	1/16"	27/32"	List $7.25	$3.62
05876-1002	750	Script, Size 2	Short Handle	5/64"	7/8"	List $7.45	$3.72
05876-1004	750	Script, Size 4	Short Handle	3/32"	1"	List $8.89	$4.44
05876-1006	750	Script, Size 6	Short Handle	7/64"	1-7/32"	List $10.45	$5.22
05081-1001	278	Skyflow Flat Wash	Short Handle	1"	1-5/16"	List $46.55	$23.27
05081-4012	278	Skyflow Flat Wash	Short Handle	1-1/2"	1-19/32"	List $79.59	$39.79
05081-1002	278	Skyflow Flat Wash	Short Handle	2"	1-7/8"	List $103.65	$51.82
05081-1003	278	Skyflow Flat Wash	Short Handle	3"	2-3/8"	List $124.79	$62.37
05825-4012	755	Skyscraper	Short Handle	1/2"	11/16"	List $16.35	$8.17
05825-1075	755	Skyscraper	Short Handle	3/4"	27/32"	List $21.99	$10.99
05825-1001	755	Skyscraper	Short Handle	1"	1/16"	List $28.65	$14.32