A blend of 5 different diameters of extra smooth fiber ensures the highest color-absorption of any synthetic brush Thicker fibers placed on the outside work with thinner fibers in the middle to trap and hold water and color These varying diameters create a fine point, stable shape, and energetic spring A unique shape that can be used three ways; flat or turned sideway like a liner, it also has an excellent point Handmade in germany at our family owned factory since 1890