KuretakeJC321-4 Calligraphy Brush, Thick Brush, Preferred, No. 4, Brown Hair

This is a much larger brush than I was expecting. I had envisioned a size 4 (US measure) but what I recv'd was a size 8 or 10. I have plenty of brushes in an 8 or 10. What I was hoping for was a small brush. I will keep the brush and experiment with it. I played a little with it and found the quality to be exceptional, no hair was dropped and you can load a ton of water or paint. The bamboo has a very natural feel, the design and style make you run for the nearest Whole Foods market ... and you get the picture. I would have gladly given 5 stars, but feel the seller needs to clarify the size you will receive. If you are Japanese you may be asking 'what is the problem here?' But I'm not, I didn't understand the sizing.

I was expecting the brush to be a little more responsive, but it doesn't snap back as my other horse hair brushes do. But I've learned not to be too quick to hold any brush in contempt, as sooner or later I'm thinking, "Hmmm, this brush is perfect for this landscape (or whatever) painting." The deficiency lies with myself.

A very decent and inexpensive fude. Beyond my expectation for 15 bucks. The bamboo design looks special and is nice to hold.