I have this brush in the 1/4" size and use it for watercolor work. The fine hairs gently curve into a very fine point. the volume of hair in the brush seems a little less than in some daggers, and that adds to its ability to make very, very precise fine lines while still performing like a dagger. The snap on the brush is a softer medium level, which works well with the fineness of the hair. The handle is a little bigger with a very gentle narrowing or 'waist', that starts about 2 1/2'' back from the longest hairs of the brush, making a comfortable grip point. This is a lovely brush, well made, easy to use and predicable.