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product_id: 49967836
title: "SoftAqua Synthetic, Watercolor Brush, Series 805, Quill, Size 0"
brand: "raphael"
price: "KSh6530"
currency: KES
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/49967836-softaqua-synthetic-watercolor-brush-series-805-quill-size-0
store_origin: KE
region: Kenya
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# Versatile strokes for any artwork size 2x color & water retention Soft, 100% synthetic fibers SoftAqua Synthetic, Watercolor Brush, Series 805, Quill, Size 0

**Brand:** raphael
**Price:** KSh6530
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💧 Elevate your watercolor game with twice the color power!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** SoftAqua Synthetic, Watercolor Brush, Series 805, Quill, Size 0 by raphael
- **How much does it cost?** KSh6530 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- raphael enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted raphael brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Double the Color Hold:** Innovative Softaqua fibers trap twice the pigment and water for richer, longer-lasting strokes.
- • **Lightweight & Ergonomic:** At just 4.54g, it offers fatigue-free painting sessions, ideal for professionals and enthusiasts alike.
- • **Rippled Fiber Technology:** Unique wavy fiber structure creates micro-spaces to hold more paint, unlike traditional brushes.
- • **Perfect for All Canvas Sizes:** From delicate details to broad washes, this quill brush adapts seamlessly to your creative flow.
- • **Ultra-Soft Synthetic Bristles:** Crafted with 100% synthetic fibers designed for smooth, effortless blending and precision.

## Overview

The Raphael SoftAqua Synthetic Watercolor Brush Series 805 Size 0 features cutting-edge Softaqua synthetic fibers engineered to retain twice the amount of water and pigment compared to conventional brushes. Its unique wavy fiber design ensures superior color delivery and versatility, making it perfect for artists seeking precision and vibrant results in every stroke.

## Description

Softaqua fibre is a technical innovation born from the collaboration of artists with the Raphaël Research & Development department. The result of this research is an exceptional synthetic fiber offering unparalleled retention capacity. The wavy shape of this fiber creates spaces that hold water molecules and color, unlike conventional synthetic fibres, straight and aligned, which let them slide. So, thanks to this innovative ripple, Softaqua brushes retain twice as much color.

## Features

- Soft, 100% synthetic fibers
- Varying brush strokes
- Works of art of any size
- Quill

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Manufacturer | Raphaël |
| Part Number | 25-805-0 |
| Product Dimensions | 20.32 x 0.64 x 0.64 cm; 4.54 g |
| Item model number | 25-805-0 |
| Size | L |
| Colour | Black |
| Material | Synthetic Hair |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Item Weight | 4.54 g |

## Product Details

- **Colour:** Black
- **Material:** Synthetic Hair
- **Size:** L
- **Brand:** Raphael
- **Bristle type:** Quill

## Images

![SoftAqua Synthetic, Watercolor Brush, Series 805, Quill, Size 0 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51lUAR+gt7L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Colour Name, Size Name** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does the brush snap back well?**
A: It depends on size but I’d mainly say it’s more like a natural hair brush. It returns to a great point with water, but no real snap back especially with larger sizes.

**Q: Are the bristles 1.5 inches long ?**
A: About 1.3 inches.

**Q: Does it have natural hair?**
A: Soft Aqua brushes have a newly designed synthetic hair, which due to micro wavelike structure has a greater water holding than the best squirrel hair. They are a superb brush  ,hold shape and can stand upto  vigourous  use 
without hair breaking or coming loose. Excellent value  alternative to  topline squirrel.

**Q: What size round brush is this closely equivalent to?**
A: That is a hard question to answer as there is nothing specifically to compare and all brushes are not alike. The best guess is to take measurements kindly provided by Amazon Customer in the only other answer here and I quote "Tip to end is 7 inches. Brush is about 3/4 inch long. Ferule slightly longer. Brush width slightly under 1/2 inch". Take the round brush you are comparing to and measure to get an idea of size. A mop brush also varies from company to company. 

What I do know for sure is that this brand is relatively smaller than a customer not accustomed to them might imagine from their images. For instance, my Soft Aqua travel mop 1795 by Raphael is a 3/0, 6.4mm wide, and 19mm long which is fairly small. To eyeball it I'd say it's a size 4 round but again this is a only a guess based on other size 4 rounds I happen to have and they range in size from different companies in a variety of materials from Kolinsky sable to synthetic. If you look at the Raphael SoftAqua travel set they offer a round in size 6 but I'd consider it more a size 2 in any other brand I have. 

This is why I only bought their travel quill from that set. I have more use for it as it's like a size 6 in actual size compared to my other brushes. Beyond that, it's nicely put together, keeps it's shape, has a fine tip, and holds water as good if not better than organic hair brushes so I recommend it on that alone. As to durability I don't know yet but it seems to be holding up nicely, but I also take proper care of my brushes. I hope this information is of help to someone.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Raphael SoftAqua Synthetic Squirrel Watercolor Brush, Quill, 0, Natural
- Daniel Smith Extra Fine Watercolor 15ml Paint Tube, Lamp Black (284600003), 0.5 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)

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*Last updated: 2026-01-25*