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jeudi 31 mars 2016

Recommendations for my first badger

I've been kicking around the idea of purchasing a badger brush since before I bought my first puck of shaving soap, but the number of choices and prices is downright intimidating and I'm hoping I can get some advice before I pull the trigger on one.
I currently have a Semogue 830 and a Maggard's 24mm synthetic. The Semogue is pretty well broken in and they both have features that I like, but both seem to be missing something.
I've looked at a lot of posts and have checked out several vendors and I'm definitely leaning towards a finest badger. My favorite feature of the Semogue is the backbone, while my preferred feature on the synthetic is the softer tips and the finest seems to incorporate both.
Another point in favor of the finest is price. I'd like to stay at or below $50. The two that I've seen the most are Frank Shaving and Vintage Blades. I think I'd prefer a denser knot as that is another thing I like about the synthetic.
The $50 is preferred but not a deal breaker, and it seems like I can get the most bang for my buck with the finest in that range, but I'm open to suggestions regarding best or silver tip as well. I know there are some ridiculously knowledgeable and experienced people on these forums and would greatly appreciate your insight.

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Recommendations for my first badger

Wanting to get my first "proper" DE , help?

You don't mention whether you prefer a mild or an agressive razor.

The DE razor that started it all for me, the one that made me forget my carts, was the Mekur 34C, and it can be had for a song:

http://ift.tt/1Y3h8Rs

It's not very aggressive, but it's not too mild either.

If you want to go really high end, and I can see the reasoning behind that, buy it once and then be set for life, I'd recommend Above The Tie. That would be a bit above your budget, but you'd never have to buy another razor as long as you live.

But the problem with that is that they have quite a few possible configurations. Luckily you can buy one configuration and if you don't care for it, return it for a different config within 30 days. Pretty slick! And their razors are works of art.

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Wanting to get my first "proper" DE , help?

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Site announcement - new product offering that will change the universe!

As you well know, Badger & Blade tries to keep the pulse on the wet shaving world. The Mods and Stewards work very hard to keep in touch with the top manufacturers of the finest in Wet Shaving Products. Something is happening today that will set the wet shaving world on fire. It WILL be the talk of the internet.

That being said, it is also a very polarizing decision on the part of the Fragrance House that is offering this Very Special and long overdue Product Line, that will leave the Wet Shaving world, speechless for some, and rejoicing for others.

The B & B Team was given special access and a 1st look at this very public release, and was instrumental in it's design and debut.

These products will go on Sale at 0000 hours on Saturday April 2nd, 2016 and should be available at your higher end Retailers, Internet Retailers, as well as fine Gentleman's Clubs everywhere

We are sure you the members of B & B have anticipated such a world changing event, and by Special Permission we have been allowed to reveal the 1st advertisement of this momentus event.

So without further wait........ We present the product line that will change the Universe:

Also there is a very special Multi Platinum recording artist that will also be Honoring this launch with a musical advertisement video to match this wonderful occasion.

We bring this to you, 1st before anyone else, as we value your loyalty and membership to Badger & Blade.

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Site announcement - new product offering that will change the universe!

What scuttle/mug/lather bowl did you use today?

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Doug Korn Shavemac 2-band Silvertip brush

Doug Korn Shavemac 2-band Silvertip brush

Hello everyone. I have a custom Doug Korn 2-band Shavemac Silvertip brush I would like to sell. I am the second owner of the brush. You can find the link of where I purchased it from here ( http://ift.tt/1M4TtzB ). The original listing has it listed as 24mm knot / 48mm loft, but I find the loft to be 45mm upon measuring it myself. It is an excellent brush that is not a shedder. The only caveat I can find with the brush is the handle feels a bit slippery in use, but it is a gorgeously made handle. I purchased the brush for $150 and would like to sell it for $125. Please click on the link just above the picture to see an album of more photos of the brush.

Go to here to see a few extra photos that I have taken: http://ift.tt/1M4TvYh

List Date: 4/1/2016

For more info, click here to view the original listing: Doug Korn Shavemac 2-band Silvertip brush
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On Sale For: $125.00


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Doug Korn Shavemac 2-band Silvertip brush

Honemeister for ZY430+?

Can anyone recommend a honemeister for a ZY430+? I have one that needs honing, and my attempts at using films were not complete successes.

I just honed a ZY and a vintage blade I'm restoring, and tried to use the vintage blade this evening. I got one pass in, but there was a lot of tugging (and some weepers afterwards). Since I'm learning to use a straight (tonight was my first attempt), I think I need to follow the universal advice and make sure my blades are truly shave ready.

I could (and might) ask Jarrod at the superior shave to home my vintage blade, but not the ZY. Anyone know who hones Chinese blades?

Thanks for all of the advice you've given me so far. One pass into using straights, and I'm hooked!

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Honemeister for ZY430+?

The Metropolitain Arrived

I really like this pen. It has good weight, looks good, and writes smooth. My wife was impressed as well, and had to try it. It reminded her of her old fountain pen. Filed this away as a possible gift idea.

The one problem is that this pen is too good for work. I really don't want to get it scratched or banged up, and the barrel is too thick for all the junk I have to carry in my shirt pocket. My wife even suggested keeping it in it's case when not in use. It looks that good.

I went with the cartridge ink, and it bleeds through slightly more than the Sheaffer. The Pilot fine nib is just right; thinner than the Sheaffer fine nib, and leaves a good, clean, narrow line.

I'm tempted to look for Pilot Varsity pens for work, or go with Jinhao. I know they're cheap, but really, this is pen doesn't need to go where I have to go sometimes.

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The Metropolitain Arrived

Lamy AL Star review.

Last weekend, I received my first REAL fountain pen (I had a couple of nameless fps that came in gift sets, and played with them before making the dive). I chose the Lamy AL Star because it and the Safari were so well reviewed here and elsewhere. I've written at least a few lines with it nightly, so I figured I'd write a brief review here. Okay...this isn't a "review" in the academic sense...more of a gushing pronouncement of love.

The pen: Lamy AL Star Special Edition Black with EF nib.

The first thing that caught my eye was the packaging. Minimalist in the best way possible. It's a simple, yet artistic paper box, with the pen suspended within on an insert of the same stiff paper. Aside from the cardboard ring that prevents the pen from fully closing on itself (puncturing the included blue ink cartridge) the only other packaging is the warrantee card. Again, beautifully minimalist, yet sturdy enough to use as a "case" for the pen when I'm not using it.

The pen itself is amazing in its construction and overall craftsmanship. The weight is pretty much perfect for me, and the triangular grip is very comfortable in my hand. It's simply a pleasure to hold. It writes smoother than any other instrument that I've ever used. I love this pen

I'm using Pilot Namiki ink (standard black) and the Lamy Z26 converter. I'm still "practicing" on a cheap composition notebook, so I get a little bit of feathering. I'm not yet comfortable enough to mark in the beautiful leather-bound journal that I purchased with the pen.

I'm still learning a lot of the technical aspects usually discussed here in The Nib, so I know that this isn't much of a "review". Would love to hear any questions or points of discussion from the old hands here to help my learn!

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Lamy AL Star review.

A couple of quickies.

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A couple of quickies.

Update on a beginners journey.

Ok,my steady handed friends. Thanks to your help and advice , I m finally shaving with my straight razor. Slash Mcoys recommendation to try lapping films to hone my razor myself has paid off. I didnt have to send my razor off to get honed or invest in stones. Thanks Slash! I was able to get a nice edge on my razor with about an hours worth of elbow grease. My fiance noticed me taking an interest in straight razor shaving and surprised me with a lot of gear for my birthday aswell. Im not sure of the brands or origins of the strop or brush she got me , but they seem to do the job well. Im not sure if my stropping technique is good yet, time will tell. The badger brush smelled like a badger for the first 5 shaves..my 6th shave was today. I shampooed it a couple times with unnoticeable results. Soaking it in my mug with very hot microwaved water seemed to get rid of the smell. The first soap i have been using is the col conk sandel wood. I have been getting good lathers every time. My first 2 shaves were with a dovo shavette and I cut myself about 10 times.haha. I looked as if i went bobbing for cats. But I still liked the experience and my technique is getting better every time. My last few shaves were done with my theirs assard with stainless steel scales. Today was the only day i nicked myself. I irritated my skin quite a bit today trying to get super close. Feels like sunburn. But still, I love it. I do feel i could get better shaves with lighter scales on my straight. Maybe learning this with heavier scales will make me better faster. I don't know. Every time i have a question I look to this site for answers with great success. I thank all of the active members here for their willingness to help me and everyone else. Your replies are appreciated and dont go unnoticed. I have more to say , but I'll start another thread for that.

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Update on a beginners journey.

Straight Razor Starter Kit PIF (newbie's only)

In the Straight Razor forum I'm running a PIF for guys who want to start straight shaving but have been reluctant to spend the money or figure out what they need. The link to the PIF is:

http://ift.tt/1TmhB22

If you're interested, and can abide by my condition (see the PIF thread), post there, please. I don't want to have to track entries in two threads, but I do want guys who have been straight-curious (hah!) but may not regularly check the Straight forum to know about it.

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Straight Razor Starter Kit PIF (newbie's only)

Stirling aftershaves sampler pif

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Rocnel Single Side(SS) DE Razor


Taken from numbeo.com, cost of the daily things you can do with your 25$ in US.
Please read the above chart again this time slowly.

What if there is a product for that same 25 Usd.

A product, you will enjoy using for many years, a product that you can pass to your offsprings, or a beautiful present making your long time shaver friend smile,
maybe first tempting call for a friend to the wet shaving community.

A product, not like the quality of an ATT 303 Stainless Steel Razor, but better, a 316 Chromium Nickel Stainless Steel containing molybdenum. Generally used in special sectors like jewelry, aerospace industry(jet engine parts), pharmaceutical,marine etc

A product, not like a Rockwell, not just a stainless steel handle, but better, a truly CNC machined head and the handle engraved from stainless steel blocks.
A product that doesn't have any top/bottom plates, no moving parts, no welded parts.

A product that is not outsourced from china, but made by one single firm from start to finish. Patent pending search and developments, angular computerized models and real life samples tried hundreds of time.

A product that is made by a Turkish firm with 25 years of experience in producing heavy machinery parts, robotic parts and mold manufacturing in industrial and defense industry.

A product;
that carries all the mentioned specs above for a price of 2 bottles of wine.

I present you with honour, Rocnel SS De Razor.

What I got as a customer/Presentation:

Beautifully presented natural cardboard box. Inside the box, wax stamped authentification certificate. The beauty, Rocnel 316 Stainless Steel Razor, wrapped in a linen cloth securely.
A presentation that makes you smile and feel special when you hold it.
The Razor itself, is just like a hornbach hammer. It’s not like my Merkur 41c, which is light and cute; on the contrary so serious, feels like a gun, a solid piece of hardcore metal.

Loading The Blade :

You don't need a dice to count how many times you used that blade. Just use half of a normal DE blade for one or few times(YMMV).

You don't need to unscrew anything to load your blade. Break a ordinary DE blade in half and push it into the slot while holding from sides.
The slot is specially designed with a 0.01 mm precision and curvature. When easily placed, it holds securely, these is no play or stretch on the blade, solid as a rock.

A sample video of one of our friends from Turkish shave-forum Geltir, showing how to load the blade to a Rocnel.

Usage/Characteristics of the Razor:

Close and efficient.
It's a just a tad on the aggressive side. But just a little. If you like the 34c, you will like the Rocnel.

Weight is 53 grams for head and 80 grams for the handle. Any person a newbie or an experienced wet shaver can use it easily.
First time you touch it to your face, you will go slowly as I did, not knowing what will it feel like, but after few strokes you find out it's no different than a normal De safety razor.

I used it daily for 3 days and also after a 2 day weekend rest. It gets the job done smoothly in both conditions. Used it with Tabac, Saponificio Varesino, Arko soaps and Tobs Avocado and Proraso creams. I feel like rinsing a few times more in heavy foams like Arko, so similar to a fatboy.

Overall as I said before, close and efficient without any rash or burn.

Handle Only Usage:

Next day, I took out my beautiful CNC machined Rocnel handle, and tried it on my Razorock Mentor De Head. Wow, that handle looks handsome on any DE-head attached.
Steel Handle makes the shave easy. I simply let the weight do the work.
Flat handle isn't slippery as I thought it would be, so happy with my choice. Rocnel will also offer a diamond pattern handled set or separate handles alone.
Shave finished beautifully with my Phoenix soap.


A week passed quickly trying that Rocnel handle with original and different razor heads.

What more can a Rocnel give me?
With start of a new week, shall we leave the Double Edge aside and enter a whole different world. The Single Edge.

Let's unscrew that Stainless Steel Hex Socket screw and mount it to a 1912 Gem Junior and make that a frankenstein Single Edge razor.
Please turn down the volume of that music you are listening, at least while using a SE head in a shave. That whisker cutting sound of the 90 years old SE, that beautiful handle to hold. It's just a symphony of something old and something new.

Summary:

There is a new quality in the market, different and fresh new approach to wet shaving.
A design made from scratch, with multi usage scenarios for a lifetime.
A new brand that I believe, we will hear many times with variety of quality stainless products in wet shave community.
Thank you Rocnel, welcome aboard. You made us wait, but better late than never.

...So what you say folks, still wanna spend that money on a 2 bottles of wine :)

Best Regards
dikdik_s

Notes:

Soon you will have opportunity to order online internationally from executive seller
www.extrashaving.com
You will have variations of handles (flat and diamond pattern),
Optionally you will be able to order separate handles and a beautiful special stainless steel base.

About the product quality, service and after sale support, do not have any hesitations. Rocnel is behind the product and also seller Extrashaving is well known company in Turkey and in our wet shaving community. You can trust both firms.

Also you can find beautiful pictures of our native users from here

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Rocnel Single Side(SS) DE Razor

First Shave with Maggards V3A

Hello Folks, I recently purchased the Maggard's V3A head, with the MR11 handle. Last night I gave it a whirl. I loaded a fresh Personna Med Prep blade (another first for me) and gave it go.

Now mind you, I'm a rank beginner at this stuff ( about a month into DE shaving), so my small review may not be the best. But I figured that for all the info that I found on these forums, I have to give back something

Here's my new found friend and last night's accomplices .... Stirling Ozark soap, Maggard's 24mm synthetic brush.

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This shave was fantastic. This has been the closest I've been to BBS since I started. No nicks, no weepers, no irritation... just pure enjoyment. The Med Prep blade also played a big part in this enjoyable bliss. This blade will definitely be added to my buy list... along with the Feather, Kai and Gillette Nacet

As for the razor, I'm amazed at the quality of head and at the cost. Paired up with the MR11 handle, this is truly a bargain for this gem.

Happy Shaving !!!!

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First Shave with Maggards V3A

RIP Ronnie Corbett

Loved the Two Ronnies. The highlight was Corbett's convoluted monologue/joke segment with him in the oversized chair.
One of my all-time favourite lines was during their fake news reports...
"The West Indies Sugar Cane Company announced a merger with the English Football League, to be named the Sweet F. A."
Still makes me laugh.

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RIP Ronnie Corbett

FS: Aristocrat, Combo's & TV

I will be selling off a lot of my collection. Here is just a few. More photos can be supplied if needed.

Gold Color Combo Set - 3-piece razor with two containers w/lids and one blade holder. Open comb style with all straight teeth. Plating is intact. Case is in good condition. Only defect is small portion of snap area is torn off but included.
$60.00 + $4.00 Ship = $64.00

Silver Color Combo Set - 1918 - Serial #F238566 - 3-piece open comb style. All teeth straight. Minor wear to head. Has two blade holders and two containers with brush. Case is in excellent condition. Snaps close.
$75.00 + $4.00 Ship = $79.00

Gillette TV Razor with original case - D3 date (1958). Has original blue blade dispenser. Case has some spider scratches. Hiinges are all intact and case closes tightly. Very Clean.
$25.00 + $3.00 Ship = $28.00

All razors perform perfectly.

Paypal excepted.

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FS: Aristocrat, Combo's & TV

I would love to own one of these pens.

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I would love to own one of these pens.

The Brush collection, so far.

OK, so I've been a Brushaholic for a little while now, I thought now might be a good time to post a snapshot of the collection as it stands.

Bear in mind, there are 2 brushes incoming, and absolutely no desire to mend my ways. So a similar photo next year will look quite different...

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The Brush collection, so far.

A Thousand and One Blades

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Nikon D5300 Photography Resources/Tips

Hey everyone, so I purchased a Nikon D5300 for my wife. We are moving to Europe this fall and I wanted a nice enough camera to be able to take some great pictures while we are there. I have been practicing but I am very new to this and was wondering if anyone had any tips on lens, resources, software, etc. to help my slow learning curve. Please note that I am a beginner and do not take offense being talked to as such!

Thanks

Cody

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Pentacon Prakticar 50mm 1:1.8 Lens PIF

Time another a little PIF I think!!

This time we have a nice little Pentacon Prakticar 50mm 1:1.8 Lens, I believe it's a Praktica B/PB fit but please correct me if I am wrong!
It comes with a nice folding rubber hood and front and rear caps.

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Simple rules:

1. Open to anyone anywhere.
2. Just post 'I'm in' to enter.
3. Winner will be chosen at random using their post number.
4. Please do not sell it, if you win it and don't find a use for it then please pass it on in true PIF tradition.

That's it!
So who's in?

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Pentacon Prakticar 50mm 1:1.8 Lens PIF

Pre Shave Soap Help

Hey All

I am always looking for ways to expand my shave experience. My pre shave routine now is just a hot shower. I as using Doves Men+Care face and body bar rotating in their face scrub 3 times a week......boring.

So do you guys have any suggestions on any pre shave soaps of facial washes you like? If it smells great and may even all to the quality of my shave what a nice bonus.

Thanks,
Don

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Brush Nearly New 30mm Faux Briar Manhurian Shaving Brush

Sorry for the typo in the title, I can't edit.

I just purchased this brush, along with another, smaller brush, from Brad Sears. For those of you not familiar with Brad's work he is a master wood-turner and has recently sourced some hand-tied Manchurian knots. Brad is the only one using these dense and firm three-band Manchurian knots and they are something really unique. This brush is in perfect condition and has only been lathered a few times. It has lost a hair or two during the break-in period, but the last two uses had no such loss. The G3 handle style was developed by Brad and myself and although has been duplicated since, this is the first brush made in this style (and I have the certificate, which is included, to prove it). It is a large handle and fits well in hand with a nice hefty balance. The resin is an imported premium British type, which Brad charges a premium for. The knot features soft, yet scrubby tips, with no scritch and has firm backbone due to the density but is not a lather hog like many similar designed brushes. I quite honestly prefer this over both the Simpson Chubby Best and Super brushes of recent manufacture. I prefer smaller knots in general, though, so am passing this on at a great price to another lucky guy.

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Overall height: 112mm
Knot Diameter: 30mm
Knot Loft: 54mm

Last picture shows the G3 next to my other three-band Manchurian Beehive which is NOT for sale!

Price from Brad would run $150 plus shipping for this brush. You can have this almost broken in version for $120 delivered (US only) including PayPal fees.

Please PM me to buy or ask any questions.

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Brush Nearly New 30mm Faux Briar Manhurian Shaving Brush

Goodwill new sc

Gentlemen, I have been so lucky as to grab an uncommon (so they say...) Goodwill NEW SC.

It looked like a Bostonian NEW set, but no, it was a Goodwill. Apparently it might come from Argentina, as per Porter
(http://ift.tt/1RNFg5W).


Nice condition overall. Some light pitting on the top cap.

Patent number is as follows

PAT NO. 25.457 H(Y?) NO. 9(3?)4.652

Some urgent pics for your consideration, gents. Note the number 43 on the lid of the case... mmm?


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