Changing username?

I have been on this board for 5 years. While I haven't posted much, especially not during the past few years, I am wondering if it is possible to have an adminstrator change one's username. I feel my nick doesn't become me any longer and would like to get a new one. It's similar to buyer's remorse.

Changing username?

English steel re-scale and clean up

Here is my attempt of a re-scale and clean up of WR Humphrey & Co. Sheffield razor.



This is how I got it form the bay:

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The blade was hand sanded and polished a bit. The scales are blond horn with bamboo wedge and brass hardware.



This is how it ended up:

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I'm on the European Kuro Slate passaround (thanks to eKretz), stills waiting for the stone to be delivered so that I can hone this baby on it.



A special thanks to mycarver for his help in working the horn slate :thumbup:



Notes to self:

-Need to make the wedge a bit thinner for next time.

-Need to spend more time on the sanding, for both the steel and the horn.



Thanks for watching :001_smile, let me know your thoughts and be as sincere as possible, that's the only way I'll learn :laugh:

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English steel re-scale and clean up

Question about short ribs.

I'm thinking of making braised short ribs for Passover this coming weekend. Does anybody have an idea how much I would need for 5-6 adults and 4 small children? Thanks!



Darrin

Question about short ribs.

Please join me in welcoming our newest member of the Vendor program

Welcome Jerry! :thumbup1:

Please join me in welcoming our newest member of the Vendor program

Which soap or cream do you couple with Muhle synthetic brush

My Muhle synthetic v2 (21mm) got the first shave last night.

Its softness impressed me so much.

Eeven I couple it with Proraso green soap (which is not very hard),

I had some difficulties in loading soap.

I wonder if Muhle synthetic brush is good when coupling with shave cream, shave stick or soft shave soap (like Cella).

Please let me know which shave soap (or cream) did you pick when using a Muhle synthetic brush.

Thanks a lot.

Which soap or cream do you couple with Muhle synthetic brush

Very nice shave today

Very nice shave today. I used a Merkur 23C open-tooth with Merkur blade, Cella whipped into a nice lather with a Col Conk Pure Badger Chrome Handle brush. 2 and 1/2 pass shave. First WTG. Second ATG. And what i call 1/2 is down the jawline from ear to chin. I have a goatee so i don't have to shave under the nose or on the chin. Finished up with Alum bar and Nivea AS balm. DFS almost BBS. still working on getting the area just under the jawline BBS.

Very nice shave today

Caswell Massey's Newport Collection

Caswell Massey's Newport Collection

Founded in 1752. It's believed to be the 4th oldest company in America.

Their bath soaps set, soap on a rope, talc, and cologne.

All have a clean crisp oceanic scent with notes of bergamot mandarin lemon geranium lavendin muget rose amber sandalwood cedar and vanilla.

Available at Q Brothers in Chicago and at

Smallflower.com.

Caswell Massey's Newport Collection

Thoughts/reviews on the Merkur 15C?

I just ordered one. It hasn't arrived yet. I like its classic Gillette look. I am curious about others' experiences with this razor. Aggressiveness, blade pairing, weight, etc.? Thanks.

Thoughts/reviews on the Merkur 15C?

Bradwell Bros Sheffield Straight Razor - Ivory Scales - Shave Ready

Bradwell Bros Sheffield Straight Razor - Ivory Scales - Shave Ready



For sale is a wonderful Bradwell Bros straight razor with ivory scales. Approximately 5/8"Finest Hollow Ground and freshly honed, stropped, and sterilized. Shave ready!!





Please check out my other razors posted for sale and contact me if you are interested in purchasing multiple items for a reduced shipping rate.





List Date: 3/26/2015



For more info, click here to view the original listing: Bradwell Bros Sheffield Straight Razor - Ivory Scales - Shave Ready

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How to find a Good and Affordable Attorney

It pains me to write this and put my dirty laundry on display. However, I recognize I am in position of need right now. In short I am in need the services of an attorney on a budget. I have gotten myself into a situation where I feel I need an attorney but not sure how to go about selecting one. I know there are several on here so I would love if someone can point in the right direction. Also I am on a limited budget.



For the record, there is nothing criminal going on here. :clap:



Thanks!

How to find a Good and Affordable Attorney

What do you smoke/chew today ?

... so, what is your leaf choice today ?

Here it is Stanwell CLASSIC in a Missouri Meerschaum

What do you smoke/chew today ?

New Wet Shaver from SE Idaho

Hey all I just thought I'd introduce myself to the forum and after lurking on here and a few other forums I decided to focus my attention on this one since jumping around them all wouldn't be as beneficial as just getting myself involved more deeply in one community and you guys seem much more friendly and not the condescending, grumpy curmudgeons that I've seen elsewhere haha.



So I've only been wet shaving for two weeks now but I've just jumped in head first and bought everything that caught my attention. I'll list below what I have bought so far but I have to say I'm loving the change from using carts and canned shaving cream in the shower. Much more relaxing and enjoyable experience that I will be using the for the rest of my life (I'm 32 years old). I'll be focusing mostly on perfecting the safety razor shave but I'm still using my straight razor occasionally just to start to build up that skills as well. I'm loving the community and atmosphere here so far and can't wait to get involved and learn and then use that knowledge and experience to help others.



--Merkur 30c (using Astra Platinum blades)

--Grim Blades/Straight American 7/8" round tip

--Omega 10029 and 10048 boar brushes (just arrived today, was using a cheap synthetic from straightrazors.com)

--Grim Blades pre-shave oil/soap/aftershave (all in the smolder scent which I've fallen in love with)

--Gentleman Jon Alum Block (ordered today off Amazon after reading a thread on here about it since I only have a styptic pen so far)

That's the basics, also got one of those flat candle warmers to heat my lather bowls which is pleasant.

New Wet Shaver from SE Idaho

Any major gaps in my collection . .and restoration query

I've been back in safety razor mode for about six weeks now .. and I'll never leave. I'm loving it. My face feels smoother and I think the shaving soap (currently DR Harris Arlington) really pampers the skin.

This is my collection .. I'm wondering if this is a good selection of mild to aggressive or is there a noticeable gap to plug .. if so, suggestions? So far the collection has cost me $80 for the lot.



Gillette Rocket mid 1950s British -- I think aluminium handle

Gillette Super Speed Red Tip circa 1953 British .. I think steel

Gillette Tech mid 50s British.. super-lightweight with aluminium ball handle

Gillette Tech mid 50s head, 60s aluminium blunt handle

Gillette Super Speed Black Tip – US 1952



They're all in excellent order.

The Gillette Red Tip has lost most of its paint except for a thin streak inside each groove in the flare.

Is the consensus here to leave it alone, or repaint. If repaint, should I find a matt plastic or enamel, or even nail polish?

Any major gaps in my collection . .and restoration query

Razors for beginners

Hi i was wondering what area razor handle and head to look for?i hear people talk about the open comb, aggressive. i dont know what to look into or what to get maybe you guys can help me out.

Razors for beginners

curious? in one month? enough time?

Hello everyone. First post here and have never shaved with a DE razor before but I want to. Seems like from what I've been reading that these are better and I have sensitive skin and would help out with that too. Use to shave with cartridge razors( about 3 years ago) and would hate the way my skin felt after the shaves! Very uncomfortable. So decided to not shave anymore. Well now I'm joining the air force and I'm gonna have to start shaving again. so my question is that, I will be leaving in just under a month for basic training, will that be enough time to learn how to shave decently and sort of fast? Not crazy fast but you know military and especially boot camp when they are trying to break you in. Or should I just wait to learn how to shave after basic training?



Also kind of interested in acquiring a fat boy or slim. If anyone has one for sale in good condition. Let me know please. Thanks.

curious? in one month? enough time?

How can you tell if a razor has been replated?

Are there any tell-tale signs, anything else that gives it away?



Thanks.

How can you tell if a razor has been replated?