What is the difference between Long Handles & Short handles?

Our long handles are approx. 11 inches.

Our short handles are approx. 7 inches.

We measure the handle from the tip of the handle to the base/collar of the ferrule.

The size of the handle can vary depending upon the diameter of the ferrule.

We look to get the perfect balance of the brush.

Generally speaking, watercolourists use the short handles because they are sat down at a table, and a longer handle would usually get in the way.

Acrylic painters tend to use a mix of both short and long handles.

Oil painters in the studio tend to favour the long handle. As a general rule, Oil painters are usually standing at the easel and the longer handle length allows for perspective. However, Plein Air painters do enjoy the short handles for on-the-go pochade boxes.

In short, the handle length is your personal preference and in truth, will depend on what feels comfortable to you.