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For a beginner brush I like one of:
OMEGA 10098 PROFESSIONAL BOAR SHAVING BRUSH -- less than $15
or
a Silver Tip Badger 22mm knot at about $100
HEINRICH L. THATER SERIES 4292/3 H 22MM...

I do not recommend this Gold Dollar based kit for a beginner.
The soap, brush and strop seem to be less than what you need as well.

Yes (blush), I do have a Gold Dollar and there are a couple...