University Series 233 Short Handled Rounds...University is a range of good quality white polyester artists brushes with distinctive white tipped red handles. Stiff enough to use with oils and acrylics yet soft enough to use with watercolors and gouache University is a genuine all purpose range. The smooth fibers make smooth marks compared to hog bristle. They are also suitable for a wide variety of craft applications. Their low price makes this brush useful for beginners students and professionals who want an inexpensive option.This is the classic round. The smaller sizes are indispensable for details and highlights especially for watercolor- while the larger sizes give clean linear marks. The photo is intended to give an idea of the sizes that are available. Prices listed are for individual brushes.