Brush is clean and comes in original dust pouch As seen in InStyle magazine (October 2011 issue, p249). The Mason Pearson Hairbrush cleans the hair and stimulates the scalp, increasing blood flow to the roots. The unique rubber-cushion pad, made by hand using Mason Pearson's original techniques, allows for effective and efficient brushing. The cellulose plastic handle is hand-polished and any sharp edges are removed to make the hairbrush more comfortable to hold. This handle was developed from the original wooden design which we continue to make in small quantities. 6 3/4 inches