No Brush Off [SEP] Been using for about a month now. Bristles are softer than I had read they might be.  Chrome handle is very solid and a bit heavy but really not a problem.  I thought the smooth chrome might be slippery to handle while brushing on the soap but hasn't been.  The handle at its narrowest point nearest the foot is for what ever reason just slightly oblong and as a result will slide into the brush holder I purchased with it [[ASIN:B001XURHNY Colonel Conk Evernice Model 775 Chrome Safety Razor Stand]] in only two directions. But that's no big deal.  The comfort of the brush bristles are what really matter and they are quite good on this brush.