Congrats! The Holbein's can be very nice brushes. You got a very good deal, too. Provided the needle and nozzle are in good condition, that is. There are no spares, or replacements for the nozzle. The needle can be replaced with a few options, but none will perform quite like the original. They are worth what someone is willing to pay for them. I have been more drawn to the Y2's, including the "dash" series - which generally go for between $70-$100US. I have paid as much as $230US for a new/old stock Neo Hohmi (a side feed version of the brush), but have also purchased an as new, in the box Y1 for $60US delivered.