シルバーフォックス毛筆『白狐』（大） “Byakko” (Large) – Silver Fox Hair Calligraphy Brush

イタチの毛不足が叫ばれる中、生み出された
silver foxの毛を使った筆『白狐』。
イタチの書き味に近づけるべく作られた筆で、同じ大きさのイタチ筆よりお値打ちかと思われます。
実は筆軸である竹も、今業者さんが激減して少なくなっていて、そんな中、木軸で独特の色軸を作ったんだそうです。
竹軸に比べるとほんのほんの若干重いですが、それも楽しんでいただける範囲かと思います。
大の軸径は12㎜、穂長は50㎜で四号筆ぐらいの大きさになります。

“Byakko” (Large) – Silver Fox Hair Calligraphy Brush

In response to the ongoing shortage of weasel hair, the Byakko brush was developed using silver fox hair, carefully designed to replicate the writing feel of traditional weasel brushes—but at a more accessible price point.

This large-sized version features a shaft diameter of 12 mm and a bristle length of 50 mm, making it comparable in size to a standard No. 4 brush.
It is well-suited for writing kanji, semi-cursive and cursive scripts, and expressive brushwork.

Due to a significant decline in bamboo shaft production, this brush is fitted with a custom-colored wooden handle, crafted as a modern alternative.
While the wood is slightly heavier than bamboo, the balance and feel remain comfortable—and many users enjoy the subtle difference.

Hair type: Silver fox

Shaft diameter: 12 mm

Bristle length: 50 mm

Size: Comparable to No. 4 brush

Handle: Wooden, custom-colored

Made in Japan

Note: Designed to mimic the qualities of weasel brushes at a more reasonable price.

A refined tool for calligraphers seeking a brush that combines traditional performance with modern material innovation.