Newbie From Dubai

Been lurking around the forums for a while now, took the jump to a DE a few months ago and after reading all the advice on the forum, I must say I am getting on very well and very pleased. No turning back for me.

A few strange things in my scenario tough.

I live in Dubai, DE Razors are almost impossible to find, of a decent brand. Cheap Chinese are available.
Blades are dirt cheap. I bought a box of 100 feathers (see below comment) for less than $6 USD.
Creams and soaps are limited buy some of the high end supermarkets are well stocked.

When I first started I had a cheap chinese DE Razor and the only blades I found were the 7 Oclock. This was great for learning and after I decided the way to go I bought a decent brush, some nice soaps and an EJ 89 online.

I was happy with the Gilette 7 oclock but felt the shave could be a little closer, so after reading I bought a single pack of Derbys, bug mistake... cuts, painful skin, felt like pulling... honestly these blades mad shaving a completely unpleasant experience.

After reading the advice I new the feathers were well recommended, but not for a newby, but they are available in Dubai. So into my second month of DE shaving I went and bought the feathers. I haven't looked back since. In my limited experience they are the perfect blade for me.

Finally if anyone knows anywhere good in Dubai to buy equipment please let me know.

Nice to meet you all

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Newbie From Dubai

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St James of London creams seem underrated

Since breaking away from my AoS rut about a year ago, I've since tried Trumper's, TOBS, D.R. Harris, T&H, Castle Forbes....I've had great shaves with them (even if I think T&H's creams dry and flake out a bit too easily), but I'm always pleasantly surprised by just how good St James of London's creams are. I have a travel tube of their Cedarwood and Clarysage, and it gives me easily as much cushion as Castle Forbes, and seems to whip out as much as Trumpers.

I don't see the brand get a lot of "ink" on this forum...are they fairly obscure? I just ordered another sample set from them, as my scent memory forgot the other scents like Black Pepper and Lime.

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Do blades have a correct side up?

This morning I noticed that my blade was pulling like crazy on my first stroke. I had noticed this my last shave which was terrible by the way, but I chaulked that up to a bad later, after having my shave interrupted post lather and I didn't re-lather. This morning I knew that was not the case. On a whim I turned the blade over. WOW no pulling or tugging. It was business as usual. FYI: This was the 2nd shave on this blade. I've been getting 5 or 6 shaves with no problem.

Do blades have a correct orientation in a razor? Is it different for different blades and or razors?
I noticed the Derby's have a 1 and 2 on one side and a 3 and 4 on the other. It worked better with the 1 and 2 towards the handle. Is this normal? (The last frame is blade loaded in EJ DEL8914BL.)

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D.R. Harris Marlborough- thought I made a mistake

Last fall I was looking for a new hard soap for the winter. I read the reviews but discounted the ones that hated the fragrance as: “stale smoke” or “dirty ashtray”. I like Tabac (that some also hate) and sandalwoods so I thought the “woodsy” scent would be good for me.

But when I opened the soap I worried I had made a mistake. The scent was really strong with a pungent smokiness that was kind of unpleasant. I thought OMG what have I done, those people who said it stinks were right, but I left the top off the bowl for a week or two and the scent’s strength diminished greatly.

I shaved with the soap heavily most of this winter and the scent has grown on me. The scent is now rather subtle and I like it a great deal, now I wish the scent hadn’t faded quite so much. The soap’s performance is excellent like other DR Harris hard soaps and it has found a favored place in my winter rotation.

I’m getting ready to switch to my summer soaps and will be shelving Marlborough for the summer, but I enthusiastically look forward to breaking it out again next fall.

I’m so glad I persevered with this soap. I would recommend anyone who initially finds the scent of Marlborough off putting, to air it out and give it a second try. Obviously not everyone will like it even after the scent fades but if you like the woodsy, musky, darker scents this is great soap with a unique scent and top level performance.

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British Sterling appreciation?

I've searched the B&B forum and have found very few references to one of my favorites, British Sterling. I very much like the aftershave as it tones my face well but isn't too much of a burner. It smells good and lasts a while. On days when I use it, I pair it with the BS cologne. I would have expected it to have a larger following since it has been around a long time and you can buy the AS at Walmart for twelve bucks. Seems like not too many people like it but I don't know why that would be. Anyone here use it or like/dislike it?

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March Meerschaum Madnesse

First off, Happy Leap Year!

Now let's get down to brass tacks here. The white goddess awaits...

March is the month where your meerschaums go in white as lambs and come out as yellow and brown as lions' manes!

I have many a meerschaum but I will admit, I choose my briars more often than not. This month I will pay homage to her high(ivory)ness ;)

Three pipes I intend to smoke the fire out of are...

IMP Dublin. The only meer I've never touched while smoking. It's come a long way but I want to get even more color out of it.

Kiko Opera shaped African meer. Love this pipe and it smokes Balkans especially well.

My favorite meer and one of my favorite all around pipes. Ser Jacopo silver Delecta mounted bent billiard. He was in real rough shape when I got him but after an intensive cleanup smokes exceptionally well.

Let's see them thousands of years old compressed white beautifies!

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New/Unused Mongoose "Dr. Bomber" handle

New/Unused Mongoose "Dr. Bomber" handle

Brand new, unused. I purchased it last December from Mongoose. I never used it because I prefer shorter handles.

Info for those who are unfamiliar with Mongoose:
Made in USA, machined from stainless steel weighing at approximately 90 grams and 1/2 inch in diameter. This is the handle that comes with Satin finish Mongoose razor.

List Date: 3/1/2016

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Green Freeze and Osage Rub, Wow!

So on Friday I received my bottle of Osage Rub and immediately made up a mixture of the Bootleggers Green Freeze of one part Skin Bracer and one part Osage Rub. I already enjoy the scent of Skin Bracer and couldn't wait until the next morning to shave first, so I went ahead and put some on. Definitely noticed the extra presence of the menthol and was happy the the scent of the Skin Bracer covered up most of the scent of the Osage Rub. The next morning I used some Green Freeze after my shave and a bit caught off guard by how much menthol kick it really had when applied to a freshly shaven face. Up to this point I hadn't used the Osage Rub by itself, so I new I was going to have an experience to remember the next morning. Ever been sprayed in the face with liquid nitrogen? Me neither, so I can't say for sure how similar the sensation is to applying Osage Rub, but it was unlike anything I've experienced before. The coolest part, I liked it. The scent fades real fast, so I wore cologne for the first time in over a year just to have something pleasantly scented on.
if you like menthol and haven't tried Osage Rub or Green Freeze, I highly recommend both of them.

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Bronson Shave Soap - AWESOME!

So, I stumbled on them via eBay - when I did a search for the elusive Trumper/Penhaligons with Tallow...
the puck in a tin can was 13.95 -so i figured what the heck!

Wow - simply the best lathering soap, I've tried - including the old Pen's and Trumper tallow formulas.

it lathers up more like a cream than any soap - if you've not tried it - you might consider it.

Aaron

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Bronson Shave Soap - AWESOME!

Help Me Identify My First Vintage - Feather Open Comb

Hello everyone!

I've been lurking these forums for a few months now, and all of the posts have me totally addicted to all things shaving. I started reading the forums because I am thickly bearded and sensitively skinned. For years I suffered in silence until finding these forums, and now I am a changed man. What was once a horrible, brutish, and bloody chore has become a highlight of my day (Yeah, my job isn't great)! Even my friends think I'm crazy for being so obsessed with shaving.

Anyhow, I bought my first vintage and was hoping someone could identify it. It's a Feather, and while I found one other using the search function on the forum, it's not the same model. Does anyone have any idea about its identity? Thanks so much, looking forward to learning about what I've gotten myself into!

Sean

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Help Me Identify My First Vintage - Feather Open Comb

My GD finally bit me

Took almost a year, but I got a little careless last night. Razor in mr right hand and somehow I managed to reach for something and slice my left thumb. After the initial shock I really felt foolish. Bled like a stuck pig.

No pics, it's really nothing much to look at. Just a thin, clean straight line across pad of the thumb. fairly certain this won't be the last one, but at least I got the first one out of the way

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My GD finally bit me

Strop necessary on 1st shave?

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Safety razor: iKon B1 Open Comb with OSS handle

Safety razor: iKon B1 Open Comb with OSS handle

Brand new, untouched two part stainless steel iKon open comb head (top cap and open comb deluxe base plate) on stainless steel OSS handle. No original packaging because it was a simple cardboard box that got discarded. Over time, stainless steel oxidizes and gets stained. Proprietary iKon B1 coating protects the stainless steel head from corrosion, oxidation and staining if exposed to water, soap and contact with blades. Retail: $130-135 at Amazon and at some other vendors when available. Photos show the stock B1 OC OSS razor picture (from maggardrazors.com) and the actual razor as well.

List Date: 2/29/2016

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Hello from newbie in Victoria BC

Hello...just started into wet shaving and had a bad experience...while waiting for my EJ DE89 to arrive, on the weekend I picked up an Omega 10005 boar brush, Taylor of Old Bond Street Shaving Cream Bowl Elton College and had recently bought a trial of Harry's Blades.

After washing my face with L'Oreal Charcoal Cleanser I lathered up with the Taylor of Old Bond Street and used the Harry's blade...my face was an absolute mess with major shaving burn....not sure what happened there...I'm thinking the Boar bristle brush may have aggravated my skin...any ideas...please pass them along.

cheers, Richard

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Hello from newbie in Victoria BC

What is the best cleaning solution for my

Vintage razors. I know there's hot water and dish soap, which is how I clean my razors. But sometimes the stubborn soap scum doesn't wanna come off even after scrubbing for what seems like a long time with a tooth brush. I'd like to stay away from chems like scrubbing bubbles if possible. Is there any kind of metal polish made just for vintage razors that will cut the time in half with the cleaning and kill the soap scum, while giving my razors that "brand new" look? Or am I just being too lazy and need to scrub longer?

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BBQ in Grapevine, Tx

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Great place to get shaving supplies!

Not long ago, I found this place while looking for a local source to purchase shaving products......

http://ift.tt/1QhjdqN

While I have not ordered online because I can drive to their retail outlet, I have found that they seem to have just about everything I need at reasonable prices.

If you live in or near the central Ohio area, it is well worth dropping by to take a look.

I especially like being able to smell the soaps, aftershaves and balms before purchasing.

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Best Options for SKIN FRIENDLY Creams which are BRUSHLESS?

I recently had an unusual occurence where I found myself rushed in the morning, which has led to my exploring the world of brushless shaving creams: everything from canned creams (e. g. Proraso and Noxcema) to creams in pump dispensers (e.g. Kiss My Face Moisture Shave). Mind you, I will never plan on using such products, but I would like to have them on hand just in case I need them in a pinch.

Somehow I think most of us have come to regard canned creams as not being good for the skin owing to the propellants and various other other chemicals in their list of ingredients. However, the mass produced creams (GFT, DRH, T&H, etc.) also contain various chemicals.

Can anyone chime in with recommendations for brushless creams which are undoubtedly skin-friendly and highly effective in terms of cushion, glide and post-shave results?

Gentlemen, let's dispense with any bemoaning or charges of heresy, shall we? Please?

In the meantime, I can say without hesitation that the following products worked extremely well for me in terms of cushion, glide and post-shave results.

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FS 2 rare Erfa vintage German adjustable razors

FS 2 rare Erfa vintage German adjustable razors

I am selling as a lot two uncommon adjustable safety razors, an Erfa Brillant Deluxe and an Erfa Rasant. Both take standard double edge razor blades.

The Erfa Brillant Deluxe is a twist to open design razor with a black plastic handle and baseplate and metal knob and doors. This razor is in excellent condition and appears unused. It presents in its original case with instructions.

The Erfa Rasant is a heavier razor with metal handle and head piece. It is designed very much like the Merkur Progress. The knurling on the handle has some shallow scratches as shown in the photos. The razor is otherwise in very good condition. It presents in its original red plastic case, which has a few cracks and one small piece I have taped in place.

Here is your chance to own two very uncommonly seen adjustable razors with one purchase.

List Date: 2/29/2016

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Made in Korea SE blades

Just for the heck of it I picked up a pack of 10 Made in Korea SE blades (black plastic case) in my local grocery store. Result ? If you have a mild beard they might work for you, but.... I use Gem or the Rite Aid brand. They may be equal to a rite aid brand after the 6th shave. Made in Korea is in very small print.

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Made in Korea SE blades

Want to Buy WTB Jurgen Hempel Ti Wave Handle

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Interesting DE razor handle?

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Sad day for Cigar Smokers in Central Pa.

It is with a heavy heart that I announce the closing of RAE's Tobacco Shop in Strawberry Square, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Founded by Retired U.S. Army Colonel Alfred Winston Baker as a hobby business after he left the military. As an aside, Colonel Baker was the father of actor Charles Baker, who played Skinny Pete on Breaking Bad.

RAE's has been a second home to me since 1998, and was a large part of my life. I worked there when they needed someone to cover the shop. Some of the items I have PIFed and donated to the Sue Moore Auction were either donated by RAE's or sold to me at cost. Over the years, RAE's has given thousands of dollars worth of cigars to deployed U.S. Troops in Afghanistan and Iraq. I will miss it greatly.

Starting tomorrow, March 1, 2016 we will be selling everything in the shop at 40% off retail price. If they can determin a proper retail price, they are even willing to sell me. In store only, we have never done Internet or phone sales. If you're looking to stock up, come visit us.

Mods, if this post is out of line, please let me know.

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Cut of the day: Lessons in picture form.

Today, I failed to check where my finger was when closing up my razor. I failed to take an active picture, but after I stopped the leakage with super glue and nu-skin. It closed up pretty nicely. The other is a heel-spur nick but hardly worth mentioning.

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FS: VP Leonhardy, Plisson razor, Lorenzo Villoresi EdT

For your consideration:

1. V.P. Leonhardy Premium Silvertip 22mm diameter x 58mm loft brush in flash frozen blue plastic handle. This is a fantastic medium sized brush with a super soft, sponge-like knot that has a surprising amount of backbone at its loft. I do not consider it floppy at all. It has seen very light use and is not a shedder. It is shown next to a size 12 Plisson for reference. I would like $60.

Value link: http://ift.tt/1RfLBXU

2. Plisson (Joris) open comb razor with palladium finish and horn handle. The razor is in excellent condition and includes the original packaging. I will point out the faint circle visible on the top cap - this is how the razor came from the vendor. The horn handle is a very nice pale, blonde horn. I would like $80.

Value link: http://ift.tt/1ScRF8z

3. Lorenzo Villoresi Wild Lavender (Inglese) EdT. 100mL. I purchased this fragrance from Aedes in New York about 5 years ago, and it has remained in a dark, air conditioned environment. It is a limited edition version with a genuine silver cap and a silver label. It includes a shaker top and a spray top. I would like $60.

Value link (no longer available at Aedes): http://ift.tt/1RfLBXY

Payment for items via Paypal. Shipping in the US included in the price. Thanks for looking.

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FS: VP Leonhardy, Plisson razor, Lorenzo Villoresi EdT