CAFFREY

Horsehair Polish Applicator

Complete CAFFREY long-handled horsehair polish applicator beside its black and gold Applicator Brush box
Product Original photo Bristles In hand
Complete CAFFREY long-handled horsehair polish applicator beside its black and gold Applicator Brush box
$19.95 CAD
$19.95 CAD

Apply polish with
a light touch.

CAFFREY applicator bristles touching smooth black leather, spreading a thin trace of polish while the hand guides the wooden handle

  1. Compact oval head

    Follow seams and curves.

  2. Natural hair bristles

    Carry and spread polish.

  3. Shaped wooden handle

    Hold here. Guide the head.

A tool for each step.

A folded cotton polishing cloth representing application or finishing by hand

Cloth

Apply or finish by hand.

The CAFFREY applicator with a compact bristle head and long shaped wooden handle

Applicator

Spread polish with bristles.

A generic broad palm-held buffing brush representing the finishing step

Buffing brush

Brush after drying.

Start small.

  1. Pick up a little.

  2. Spread a thin coat.

  3. Let dry. Buff separately.

    Follow the polish label for drying time.

A small trace of neutral cream on the CAFFREY applicator bristles beside an unbranded cream tin
Brush care

Separate your colours

Keep one applicator for black, another for brown, and a clean one for neutral products.

Wipe. Air dry. Store dry.

Wipe away excess product after use. Let the bristles air dry and avoid soaking the wooden handle.

Good to know.

Is this an applicator or a buffing brush?

This is a long-handled applicator for placing cream or wax polish. Use a separate buffing brush or cloth for the finishing step.

Which leather can I use it on?

Use it on smooth leather that accepts cream or wax polish. Follow the footwear and polish directions and test on a hidden area. Choose specialist care for suede, nubuck and delicate finishes.

How much polish should I use?

Start with clean, dry leather. Pick up a small amount of polish and spread a thin, even layer. Follow the polish label for drying time, then buff with a separate brush or cloth.

Can I use one brush for every colour?

Separate brushes for black, brown and neutral care help prevent colour left in the bristles transferring to another pair.

What is included?

One long-handled horsehair applicator brush. Polish, cream, footwear and a buffing brush are not included.

Full description

Place shoe cream and polish where they are needed. The CAFFREY Horsehair Polish Applicator Brush combines a compact bristle head with a long, curved wooden handle for controlled application on smooth leather shoes and boots.

A compact head for careful application

The horsehair head lets you work a thin layer of cream or wax around seams and edges. The long handle keeps your grip separate from the working end, so you can guide the bristles with small, light movements.

How to use

  1. Remove loose dirt with a separate clean brush or cloth. Let the leather dry.
  2. Pick up a small amount of a suitable cream or wax polish. Test on a hidden area, then spread a thin, even layer with light pressure.
  3. Allow the product to settle or dry as directed on its label. Use a separate buffing brush or cloth for the finishing step.

Choose the right leather care

Use on smooth leather that is suitable for cream or wax polish. Follow the footwear and care-product instructions. Suede, nubuck and delicate or specialist finishes need their own appropriate care routine; this applicator is not a suede-cleaning brush.

Care for your applicator

Keep separate applicators for black, brown and neutral products to avoid colour transfer. Wipe excess product from the bristles after use, let them air dry and store the brush dry. Do not soak the wooden handle.

What is included?

One long-handled horsehair applicator brush. Polish, cream, footwear and a finishing brush are not included.