The Gulumada | Handcrafted shaving brush made in Australia
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Introducing the Gulumada
Named after Gulumada — the traditional Aboriginal name for the Blue Mountains — this brush carries more than lather. It carries landscape. Story. Spirit.
The Blue Mountains earned their name from the blue haze that floats above them in summer — when eucalyptus trees release fine oils into the air, casting a soft blue veil across the valleys. From a distance, the mountains glow.
So does this brush.
At its foundation sits rich Red Mallee Burl, a native Australian timber bursting with wild character. Every bump and ripple tells a story of growth, resilience, and raw natural beauty. The crown of the burl is kissed in gold — like sunlight catching the rugged sandstone cliffs at dusk.
Rising above it: a light blue resin sky.
Clear. Bright. Alive.
Suspended within are four Globe Amaranth flowers — three pink, one purple — hand-picked, dried, and carefully placed by me. Not machine selected. Not factory pressed. Chosen. Preserved. Honoured.
Every part of this handle was shaped by hand:
I gathered each flower.
I dried them patiently.
I coloured the epoxy.
I poured the resin.
I turned the handle on my lathe.
I shaped the knot seat.
I polished it to a crystal-clear shine.
No shortcuts. No outsourcing. Just hands, tools, and intention.
The handle flows with flawless, gentle curves — organic and effortless. Fully polished to a glass-like clarity, yet finished with a matte crown where the knot sits, giving it contrast, grip, and quiet confidence.
It feels grounded in the earth.
It shines like mountain air.
It lathers like it means it.
The Gulumada is joy in your palm.
It’s heritage with swagger.
It’s a sunrise over ancient country — but in your bathroom.
And yes… it might just make you look forward to shaving.
Meet The Gumbaynggirr.
ALL PRICES ARE IN AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS
Choosing Your Knot
Not sure which knot to pick?
Each one feels different in the hand and on the face — soft, scrubby, or somewhere in between.
Scroll down for the quick guide below, or check the full Knot Descriptions under the “Products” tab.
Synthetic knot
I have various synthetic knots to choose depending on what feel you prefer. Contact me for further info on which on to pick.
Oumo SHD Silk HMW
A silky-soft classic made with High Mountain White badger hair. Great water retention, gentle feel, and just enough backbone for control. A premium all-rounder.
Oumo LotusTip ACE
Soft as a dream with gel-like tips. Perfect for sensitive skin or face latherers who crave that plush, luxurious glide.
Oumo SHD LOD
Traditional two-band feel with a touch of scrub. Dense, balanced, and dependable — a great choice if you like a more natural badger character.
Oumo Manchuria SHD (Gen 1)
Ultra-plush gel tips and a softer backbone. All about comfort. Ideal if you prefer gentle over scrubby. Only one left of this generation!
Oumo SHD White Tip
No gel tips, no shortcuts — just pure, natural two-band badger with a firmer backbone and light exfoliating feel. Honest, classic, and satisfying.
BOTI SHD Captain
Fan-shaped and packed dense. Fast-loading, full-splaying, and a true lather machine. Soft tips meet structure — ready for anything.
BOTI SHD Foregoer Back
Zero chemical processing. 100% natural Silvertip badger that evolves with use. Starts scrubby, breaks in beautifully. For purists who like their tools to tell a story.
ALL PRICES ARE IN AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS
Want to customise your brush? See our full range of premium knots.