New Member new to Wet Shaving

Hello to everyone. I just started wet shaving less than two months ago and B&B was the first place I found. I live in SW Ohio and I don't know if this is common elsewhere but I'm finding tons of SE and DE razors at scrap metal prices.
But I also found a 3 piece chrome Apollo with a chrome case in great condition at a fair to really good price. I understand that it is rather hard to date this razor but if anyone can point me in the right direction it would be a big help.
I then found a...

New Member new to Wet Shaving

New Member new to Wet Shaving

Gem ptfe vs favorite de blade

This may be comparing apples and oranges but how do these blades stack up to each other on your face?

Gem ptfe vs favorite de blade

hi. my name is eric, and I'm an addict.

hello all,

they say acknowledging the problem is the first step. I've known deep inside for a while now.

i hope that by coming to these meetings i can change my acquisition disorder into a contemplative honing practice.

i don't know how many steps that is, but feel free to hit me up for coffee and we can discuss the program.

also, if you know of a good book...

-eric

hi. my name is eric, and I'm an addict.

Eggs Woodhouse! :-)

Yesterday, while I was watching a episode of Archer...I got to thinking...what is Eggs Woodhouse

After searching the Web...I found my answer (and there is 'no-way-in-hell' I could finish that dish...talk about entering The Danger Zone).

A twist on Eggs...

Eggs Woodhouse!

Eggs Woodhouse! :-)

Saphir shoe polish

Just got a bunch of Saphir shoe polish and cream in the mail today.

5€ shoe polish
10€ cream
6€ flat international shipping

Got it from meschaussettesrouges.com and they threw in a nice draw string bag (bonus) and a hand written note thanking me. This is the best price for this product that I've seen. Shipping from France to Canada was less than two weeks.

Saphir shoe polish

New member, new to wet shaving, finding TONS of vintage SE & DE razors

Hello to everyone. I just started wet shaving in May of this year and B&B was the first place I found and now I'm a member because I have been finding a ton of vintage razors in S.W. Ohio and I need some help with what to pay and what to buy. Most razors I'm finding are selling for around $5.00. I have 7 Gillette SS (late 40s to 70s) and 5 Gem SE (30s to 50s) that I paid $5 or less for. And I have 2 Gillette Adjustables ($15 and $30) and 1 Gillette Tech ($4). 1 Eversharp Schick, gold/brass...

New member, new to wet shaving, finding TONS of vintage SE & DE razors

New member, new to wet shaving, finding TONS of vintage SE & DE razors

Lather.com almond shave creme

I picked up a tub of Lather.com's almond shave creme (that is how they spell it) today on a whim. I was curious if any of you had any tips for using this cream. I tend to face lather but I also have a scuttle for bowl lathering. I am currently working with a Parker SRX for the first pass and a Rockwell 6s for a second pass. Thanks!

Lather.com almond shave creme

FS: Blackland Sabre SE

I would like to pass along my just received Blackland Sabre Single Edge razor. It has been shaved with once, and will be sterilized before shipping. Not a thing wrong, but I realized it is just too mild for my use.


Retail was $185, I'd ask the same and I pick up Paypal fees & postage in the conus. $185 via Paypal, and will ship in factory case, and include an extra dozen SE blades on top of those originally supplied with the razor.


I will be listing this elsewhere, first to make...

FS: Blackland Sabre SE

FS: Blackland Sabre SE

Bevel Shaving System at Target

I know there have been varying opinions on this particular razor and accessories, but I wanted to share that I saw all of the products, both individually and as a set, on the shelf at Target. Prices looked to be less than the online original price. If you have been interested in this system at all, it might be worth a visit.

Bevel Shaving System at Target

A rookies first shave with an open comb.

I found this Gillette New long comb at an antique store today. It cleaned up really nice. Just had my first shave with it and am pretty impressed. It was the first time I have been able to active a 3 pass BBS shave without having to do any touchups afterward.

A rookies first shave with an open comb.

Mmmmmm...bacon.

I have not met a person yet who doesn't love bacon. I personally think it is one of nature's perfect foods. I like regular bacon, pepper bacon, back bacon, Canadian back bacon (round) and the more the better. It is perfect for any meal...

Anyone else like bacon?

Mmmmmm...bacon.

Another flea market find!

So I managed to make it to 3 flea markets today in between stops at the fireworks stores.

Mostly the usual stuff, crusty GEM 1912s, empty avon bottles and ratty-beyond-saving brushes. Though I did find a Valet auto strop and a Rolls razor kit that was pretty nice for a good price. I left them be though as I'm not really interested in them. Was mostly looking for an Old Spice mug and straight razors but I batted 0 in those categories.

My last stop, the same market I bought my first GEM...

Another flea market find!

Another flea market find!

Vintage Shaving Soap...as an investment?

I confess, I check Ebay every day to see all of the new Old Spice listings. I'm always looking to get unused bottles, vintage pottery bottles (also still looking for a pottery Grand Turk mug, have the Friendship one), and, most importantly, the shaving soaps. When I first joined B&B and got in to this hobby, Old Spice soaps were going for about $20. Now they're going for $30-40. Box sets of the aftershave and cologne are going for $40+. Even vintage Williams isn't as cheap as it used to...

Vintage Shaving Soap...as an investment?

Vintage Shaving Soap...as an investment?

New USB microscope

Well I've been honing for a bit. I'm still not as consistent as I'd like. I don't have a test I'm happy with.
So I got a USB microscope. I'm happy with my shaves on these two razors. One I honed with a coti finish. The other is a factory hone from PRC. The PRC is an awesome shaver. The W&B is like a butter knife but shaves well. Nice close shaves with little irritation.

I know a coticule doesn't leave a polish like a synthetic so... Do these look about right? Thoughts?...

New USB microscope

New USB microscope

Made to measure dress shirts

I am thinking of investing in a made-to-measure shirt. Does anyone have any experience with this process? Any advice?

Made to measure dress shirts

Annual 12K...

...12K Naniwa stone that is. Every year I take all of my straights and refresh the edges on my 12K Naniwa stone. Hence my annual 12k. I have around 25 -30 straights and I use them in a generally regular rotation so I find an annual turn on the 12K finishing stone is sufficient to keep my edges in good shape. A quick turn on my leather strop and I am good to go for another year. So this week I started. I refreshed 7 of my straights and next week I will do another 7 until they are all...

Annual 12K...

Annual 12K...

Poutine Donuts For All

Happy Canada Day!

Poutine Donuts For All

Uncas's Entry to the Hall of Fame

What is your real name?
William

What are your nicknames/aliases?
Bill

Where do you live?
Arkansas

What is your age (or) generation?
69

What are you in the real world?
husband, father, grandfather

What is your favorite shave setup?
Fatip, Personna red, Omega 48/49, Valobra, Vitos aftershaving. That probably appears more decisive than it is

What are your hobbies and favorite activities?
Raising quarter horses, and...

Uncas's Entry to the Hall of Fame

Uncas's Entry to the Hall of Fame

Noob question

Hi guys, new to straight blade shaving. My question is, if I shave 4-5 times a week, is using a SB doable or will it "hack" my face up? Does the face need to recover/rest after a shave? Is this a question that just depends on the "type" of face/skin one has? Any input would be helpful, thanks!

Noob question

Gillette new long comb case question

I picked this up today for a decent price but I'm wondering if this would be the original case for the razor? Thanks Bob

Gillette new long comb case question

Canada Day - 150th - Shave Sales

Men's Essentials is running a 15% off Canadian products sale over the weekend. Anyone know any other vendors having a Canada Day Sale?

imcndn

Canada Day - 150th - Shave Sales

TF Atomizer w/ 50ml Oud Wood EDP, Mühle 25mm Synth, Meissner Tremonia, Strop Shoppe & MORE

PLEASE READ:

The SAMPLES listed at the BOTTOM of this listing are NOT FOR SALE. If you purchase several of the ITEMS LISTED, I will then include one or more of these samples UPON REQUEST BY YOU. I'm sorry for the caps, but whenever I list something in the BST, I invariably receive very many messages asking how much the samples cost.

If you would like any of the samples, you must ask for them specifically...

TF Atomizer w/ 50ml Oud Wood EDP, Mühle 25mm Synth, Meissner Tremonia, Strop Shoppe & MORE

TF Atomizer w/ 50ml Oud Wood EDP, Mühle 25mm Synth, Meissner Tremonia, Strop Shoppe & MORE

I don't think this is food safe, but it's brilliant

THIS

Yes, it's a 4-drawer filing cabinet made into a smoker. The best combination of 'WTF' and "Great idea" I've seen in a long time.

I'm pretty sure there is not-safe-for-work language in there.

I don't think this is food safe, but it's brilliant

My review on the Virginia Sheng 24mm 2 Band Badger

Guys... Guys this brush is Amazeballs. Performs WAYYYY above its price point. I had one recommended to me by RocTraitor on Wicked_Edge, and boy was I not disappointed. I nabbed this brush on her Ebay for 18 bucks with free shippingon auction. She does have it on buy it now or best ooffer starting at $19.99 USD. Only took a week from China which in my experience is AMAZING. When I opened it......... man was it packed with superb hairs. Super...

My review on the Virginia Sheng 24mm 2 Band Badger

My review on the Virginia Sheng 24mm 2 Band Badger

FS: Straights, Brushes, Razors

Please add $5 for shipping to any quantity of items. Will ship only to US and APO only. Will only consider outside US if you cover the shipping costs.

Please note no razors are sharpened unless otherwise stated. If you need a recommendation of a honer, I can give you some names. I am breaking it into three posts due to photo limitations.

1. Fredrick Reynolds with Ivory scales - 6/8" Wedge - the Ivory scales were originally from a NOS JW Ragg razor. The Ivory scales got cracked and Alfredo...

FS: Straights, Brushes, Razors

FS: Straights, Brushes, Razors

Upside Down Baseplate Appreciation Thread

In my experience, the upside down baseplate models are extremely dear to their owners. At a certain site, they are often listed for 4 times more than what you might expect to pay for their baseplate right brothers on the BST. And double even their baseplate right siblings on the auction site. This pricing structure is part of the allure. Let's face it. Finding reviews is impossible. There must be something to these rare and valuable razors only known by the cognoscenti. Curiously, all models...

Upside Down Baseplate Appreciation Thread

Upside Down Baseplate Appreciation Thread

Aftershave Reflections

I think it would be safe to say I have a 'vulgar' amount of aftershaves, but the thought just crossed my mind this morning after splashing on some P&G Old Spice®. Old Spice® is a pretty darned good classic aftershave.

That is all.

Aftershave Reflections

WTS Simpsons Colonel X2L and Berkeley 46

Up for sale are two Simpson brushes in Best Badger. Both are less than 2 months old and still shed a little.
The Berkeley retails for $53 and the Colonel for $77. Selling as a pair for $75 shipped CONUS/PayPal.

WTS Simpsons Colonel X2L and Berkeley 46

4th of July Sale. Free Shipping $35+ @ WCS

We are running our 4th of July sale from now until the end of the 4th. Free standard shipping on all orders $35+.

Standard shipping is only for the continental US.

4th of July Sale. Free Shipping $35+ @ WCS

Generic Blades

Picked up a pack of "no name" generic blades at my local supermarket. In tiny print on the back it states "Product of Israel", can I assume these are Personna blades?

Generic Blades

soaps and creams "revalation"

I was just going through my usual vendor's soaps and creams offerings. They have almost 8 pages of 48 products. That's almost 384 products.

-384 soaps and creams
-about let's say 40 shaves per item
-384 times 40 equals 15,360 shaves
-15,360 divided by 365 days equals about 42 years worth of daily shaving

I could shave for the rest of my life and not use the same product twice!



Tabac will always be there of course, until (if!) it ever gets dethroned...but boy, this is a fun hobby!

soaps and creams "revalation"

Schone vs Gillette new.

I'm just curious how these 2 razors compare to each other. For the price of a nice used Gillette New I can pick up a new Schone on Amazon.

Schone vs Gillette new.

Great shave with TOBS Lavender today

I have been wet shaving just over 6 weeks. My first cream/soap was TOBS sandalwood. I got bit by the SAD and in a little over a month I have about 20 soaps and a few creams in the mix. Today I thought I would try the TOBS lavender I have. Wow! Lathered up so quick and easy with my Maggards 24mm synthetic. Plenty of glide and slickness. More than enough lather for 3 passes. I used a Timeless razor with 0.68 OC and Astra blade. Thayers with Lavender and Agua Lavanda Puig to finish up....

Great shave with TOBS Lavender today

Great shave with TOBS Lavender today

New Member

New member, old man. Retired Carpenter, veteran, husband 40 yrs, father, grandfather, and wet shaver since the 1960s. The explosion of available wet shaving products in recent years, along with some great vendors, and internet shopping, not to mention this forum and others, has been transformational. I've used this forum for information and reviews many times, and found the members to be helpful and gentlemanly. I felt it was time to join and support, and to say thank you.

New Member

B & M Latha Oceana

I used this soap this morning and it had now residual slickness. Maybe it's drying out, but I don't remember this soap behaving like this when I first used it. Had anyone else experienced this? For me, if a soap doesn't have ant residual slickness, than what's the purpose of using it?

B & M Latha Oceana

FS: Xpec Unscented and Semogue OC

Tub of Xpec unscented (used 3 times) $35
Tub of Xpec balm (brand new - never used) $35 - OR $65 for both.

Semogue Owners Club (cherry handle - used once!) $25

CONUS - all shipping included.

FS: Xpec Unscented and Semogue OC

July 4th Weekend Promo Deal ($90 Value)

Hey Gents,

We are running a special July 4th weekend offer through Sunday, July 2nd! As per our newsletter below, if you spend $90+ on anything from our site, you'll also receive a Grooming Lounge Signature Dopp Bag filled with a Billy Jealousy Liquid Sand Exfoliator 2 oz., Acqua Di Parma Colonia Leather 5 ml., Ursa Major Stellar Shave Cream 2 oz., Brickell Restoring Eye Balm .25 oz., and Das Boom Detroit Lotion 1 oz. - A $90...

July 4th Weekend Promo Deal ($90 Value)

July 4th Weekend Promo Deal ($90 Value)

WTB - Penhaligan's English Fern wooden bowl

Looking for an empty wooden Pen's EF bowl.

WTB - Penhaligan's English Fern wooden bowl

Photobucket Ransomware

Received an email this morning from photobucket stating that in order to use them for offsite photo sharing it will now require payment of $400 per year. I see some of my images have disappeared some are still present, i'm guessing their days are numbered.

I guess my days of whining to my wife about how bad photobucket has become are over and i can get on to finding another service.

Photobucket...

Photobucket Ransomware

Photobucket Ransomware

Decanter possibility?

Had a customer give me this burned out light bulb yesterday. We don't have anything ornate like this, so, he chose an availabe bulb and asked if I could discard this one for him. After being on the forum for a few weeks (and my mind constantly thinking of A/S), my creative juices started flowing and I wondered if this could be turned into a decanter. It's a tad over 3 inches in diameter. Maybe if I carefully dremel off the tip if the base I can reuse the threads for a cap? The outside...

Decanter possibility?

Decanter possibility?

Super Boot Sale at Dayton Boots

Dayton boots are recognized as among the best available. This is an outstanding deal if you are looking for something in this style (not unlike Iron Rangers).
Canada150 Parade Boot - Limited Edition

Super Boot Sale at Dayton Boots

Gillette combination set ID

Hello folks,

found this beauty on the National Park Service website.
http://ift.tt/2sph6hV

The Sharp/dull boxes, smooth topped brush and soap canisters and lack of Gillette emblem makes me think it's a De Luxe Combination set from 1905-07, but the position of the blade banks look similar to a No. 421 or 422 although I see no trace of a mirror. Also the gold...

Gillette combination set ID

Gillette combination set ID

Strawberry layered Suita cake

A nice chunk of Ozuku Suita with strawberry layers.

Strawberry layered Suita cake

Fly Fishing - What Do I Need To Know?

Hello,

I am considering taking up fly fishing, based on the UK and there seems to be done great local options. Any tips on good equipment or what to avoid? I am a total novice but really like the idea of it.

Fly Fishing - What Do I Need To Know?

Valet VB2...The report...

Pros...

It's a tank...81 grams
Smooth
Efficient
Balanced
Pretty
Awesome


Cons...

Does not use GEM blades

The locking lever is very sensitive, I had to grip the handle a little further down.


The bottom line

I love it, BBS'd my face with ease. It's the Cadillac of razors, the MMOC is a sports car. I'm really enjoying these Valet's. I have one...or two coming that should take the GEM blade.

Valet VB2...The report...

The really weak spot of Omega brushes...

After about 4 months of using Omega 10083, i realized that i will never like one thing. The handle! It's not just that the chrome painted handle has lost some paint in tiny spots, but it's the form and size of the handle too. It's unwieldy and not ergonomic at all. Yesterday, it bothered me so much, that i almost thought to use my smaller 80266, which has a far better ergonomic handle. But the big knot is really helpful for bowl lathering.

I can't understand, how Omega doesn't see or...

The really weak spot of Omega brushes...

The really weak spot of Omega brushes...

Gem Micromatic Clog Pruf a Bit Deceptive?

I get the most amazing shave with my MMCP razor. However, it feels a bit deceptive. Immediately after the shave is finished, things feel clean shaven. But it's only after my face calms down a bit do I feel the smoothness of the shave. Remarkable!

My routine:
A three pass shave WTG, XTG, ATG.
Rinse with warm water.
Rinse with cold water.
Rub an alum bar across the face using cold water.
Wait 30 seconds, rinse in cold water once more.
Pat dry.

Now at this point, my face doesn't feel...

Gem Micromatic Clog Pruf a Bit Deceptive?

Gem Micromatic Clog Pruf a Bit Deceptive?

Proraso cream on sale

At least for those in the US. Bath and Body Works has buy three, get three free on the large tubes of Bigelow right now. Buy online, and get $10 off $30 with code INEEDTHESE.

Total cost for six big tubes, delivered to my door: $28. Less than five bucks a tube, delivered.

I did not buy, because I already have years of software laying around to use up. But that seems like a pretty good deal for Proraso fans.

Proraso cream on sale

Proud Papa

So, I have been playing music and performing in public for over 15 years. My son, now 14, has picked up his own interest in playing and singing, and has, to my great pleasure, actually gotten pretty good. I took him to a jam session this week, a session where I actually learned how to play and perform. I took this video, and wanted to share it with all dads and music fans:



Proud Papa

Debate....

Quartz watches are superior to mechanical.

...Discuss....

Debate....

My favorite blades PIF

I am continuing my blade PIF tradition. This time it is a PIF of my favorite blades.

The PIF is open to "newbie" wet-shavers with less than 200 posts and targets those who still haven't tried many different types of blades. Write whatever you like in this thread to show that you're in.

The blades are:

Personna Red
Personna Viking Sword
Bolzano Superinox
Sharp Star
Polsilver Super Iridium
SuperMax Super Platinum
Treet DuraSharp
Voskhod
Rapira Super Stainless
Lord Platinum
Rapira Sweedish...

My favorite blades PIF

My favorite blades PIF

1937 Special Coiffure NOT By Thiers Issard

I just picked up this 5/8 1937 Special Coiffure but much to my surprise the tang doesn't say Thiers Issard.
Instead it says Decorse & Voirin, Negent France on one side and SAM DV on the other.

Is this a vintage blade by the original manufacturer and TI picked up the blanks later for modern distribution as they have done with some other models?

Please forgive ropey photos - I just unpacked this on the bus on my way to work and haven't cleaned it up yet!

1937 Special Coiffure NOT By Thiers Issard

No sharp blades available? What am I missing?

Hi all. I'm just starting out with DE shaving after using mainly a Norelco electric for decades. I've tried to follow all the advice I've read about getting started DE shaving. I'm using a Merkur HD, Badger brush and good soapy lather from TOBS cream after a hot shower. I got an assorted blade pack. No matter which blade I try they all seem very dull. The first few tries were impossible, the blade would not cut my hair but rather try to pull it out or just scrape at my face. So I...

No sharp blades available? What am I missing?

No sharp blades available? What am I missing?

Svoll's Entry to the Hall of Fame

What is your real name?
Sam

What are your nicknames/aliases?
Svo

Where do you live?
California

What is your age (or) generation?
37

What are you in the real world?
Travel Agent

What is your favorite shave setup?
To be Determined. My first and current setup is Merkur Futur, Feather Blade, and Billy Jealousy Superslick gel.

What are your hobbies and favorite activities?
Snowboarding, Skiing, Fishing, and boating...

Svoll's Entry to the Hall of Fame

Svoll's Entry to the Hall of Fame

Hi All, New Member

Hello all, brand new member, wanted to say hi and looking forward to be learning and improving my shaving skills.

After about 8 years of using cartridge razors, finally decided to get myself a DE and go from there. Pretty new at this, got myself a Futur Razor, a badger brush, and some left over Billy Jealousy Super Slick gel from my cartridge days. Looking forward to be trying some Taylor of old Bond Street Sandalwood and finding the right combination that will work with my beard.

Hi All, New Member

Blue Bakelite blade dispenser question

Can anyone tell me which set these blades belong to? Bakelite case, 20 blades, made in the USA with a T3 stamped on the blade.

Blue Bakelite blade dispenser question

Dark FVF

Does anyone else's bulk FVF look this dark? It's basically black. It also is very wet and sharp smelling, vinegary even. Haven't had a bowl in a long time so I forget what my 2oz tin batch smelled like. At this point is has around 4 years on it.

Dark FVF

Wcs

Tried my sample of west coast shaving cream. Bought the sample pack . So I have to say I was delighted that the cream performed very well. I have hesitated on buying samples due to the small amount in each sample. Don't think there's gonna be a problem. A little seemed to go a long way. Lather was great.it lasted on my face. I need to try all scents and multiple times still,but for first impression it's a good deal.

Wcs

Links in the Wiki are broken

I see that in the week a lot of the links to the forum are broken:
For example:
Category:Lathering

Most of the links on that page on the All Lathering Tutorials section are broken.

Links in the Wiki are broken

The science of double-edged razor blades

I had a sample pack of blades when I started shaving and one of the two worst blades were Treet. I forget which one. But a bad shave plus nicks to boot.
I was buy some of the Gillette 7 O'clock Super stainless blades on sale at the Italian barber and in reading the top review of Amazon about the blade the guy raved about the Treet super stainless. So I bought a box to give them a try. It was an excellent shave.
So I'm curious why the cheaper Treets could be so much worse. The obvious reason...

The science of double-edged razor blades

The science of double-edged razor blades

North Shore Razors

I'm wondering if anyone has had any work done by them recently? I'm thinking of getting my Super Speed coated. I've heard of Delta Echo also. Both of them look very similar. Thanks!

North Shore Razors

My dog is scared of the thunder.

We've had some severe storms out in the Kansas City region over the past few nights and my 80 lb 5 y/o Black Lab named Wyoming has had enough. During storms he's up your butt (even more so than usual), but tonight as we laid in bed he wiggled his way under the covers after a loud clap of thunder - scratching me from head to toe in the process. Hopefully he doesn't make this a habit...

My dog is scared of the thunder.

"Corking New Blades"

I really like the extra exposure of my Feather Super Pro blades I'm my Kai Captain. However I don't find them as smooth as my Kai Titan mild pink blades.
I have heard somewhere about some people corking fee then blades. Any one got some direct experience? Does this smoothen them out a bit?

"Corking New Blades"

What is the Longest Time You Have Waited for a Back Ordered Item From PC?

I used a $50 apology coupon code from PC to get some tins. I only tried ordering things in stock but alas a tin of GL Barbary Coast was back ordered.

Its been a bit. A month at least. I'm not cranky. I don't need to smoke that blend right now so I'm not cranky.

How long have you gone?1 month? 3 months? 6 months and surprise, Tobacco!?

What is the Longest Time You Have Waited for a Back Ordered Item From PC?

Grandpa s ever ready 100t

I used this with the original boar a few times.....not bad to be honest but boy did it shed. So....with the tools pictured I bored it out to accept this 22 mm Maggards Synthetic.

The handle has about 6 pennies and epoxy for a bit of heft, feels good in hand.

Setting is temporary with silicone. Want to see if it needs to go deeper. I think it will look better proportionally set deeper...but I have the same style 24 mm knot set deeper....so this is for variety

Grandpa s ever ready 100t

Blackland blackbird

okay fellas, so I'm interested in purchasing a blackland blackbird razor for the simple fact I haven't tried it yet. My question is... does the blackland razor accept other handles like stork, or triad? As I am not too fond of the handle they offer. I appreciate any info and your time gentlemen.

Blackland blackbird

ATTN Gillexttperts: Which Milord in this box?

1) these are both Milords no?

2) if so, which goes with this box?

3) is it possible that both came with this box but one is earlier edition?

4) can anyone put a date to these? Neither has a date code.

I'm hoping the nicer one matches the box. The box is in really good shape.

ATTN Gillexttperts: Which Milord in this box?

Truefitt & Hill Sheffield Stainless DE

Trying a newly purchased razor, the Truefitt & Hill Sheffield Stainless DE.

The handle is long, longer than the typical de razor. I haven't measured the length but the razor is equal in length to my Gillette Atra razor and longer than my Feather AS-D2.

The handle is a high polish finish, perhaps chrome plated, I'm uncertain. T&H site states the razor is all stainless including the head. I'd say that is true. Both handle and guard plate have some heft. The guard and top plate feel heavier...

Truefitt & Hill Sheffield Stainless DE

Truefitt & Hill Sheffield Stainless DE

L&L Grooming vs Wholly Kaw... A quality artisan shootout

Hi B&B!

For reasons not completely beknownst to myself, I was recently driven to order tubs from both of these highly touted artisans.

For the next ten shaves, I'll alternate between these two artisans, sharing pictures and observations along the way.

Pre-shave: No more than a simple hot water splash. I want the slickness and skin conditioning to be from the soaps alone.

Brushes: I plan to use five varied brushes, each one during back to back shaves so each soap gets equal opportunity...

L&L Grooming vs Wholly Kaw... A quality artisan shootout

L&L Grooming vs Wholly Kaw... A quality artisan shootout

Poll Beard Lines Lined Up or Natural?

I like to keep mine more natural. I'm not saying that I completely ignore them, in the summer I keep the cheek lines fairly low. But I don't spend a much time making sure there perfect each day. I just stop a bit short most of the time and leave them a bit fuzzy. I do occasionally like to clean things up a bit more, but try not to get too carried away.

How about you? Are you the type that keeps a perfectly sculpted pencil thin mustache and or beard or even a full beard or side burns with...

Poll Beard Lines Lined Up or Natural?

Poll Beard Lines Lined Up or Natural?

Need help - Muhle R41 & Muhle R89 TWIST

Hello gentlemen,

While new here, I am an old traditional shaver and am happy to be here!

I recently purchased two beautiful razors from Muhle and while checking them out I got the heads mixed up.

Could someone who has EITHER the R41 or the R89 twist confirm the number etched inside the head of the razor, please? It should be either (4) or (5).

R41 Twist Open comb...is it (4) or (5)?

R89 Twist Closed comb...is it (4) or (5)?

Cheers,

BB

Need help - Muhle R41 & Muhle R89 TWIST

MWF: How many 3 pass shaves in a puck?

I know, YMMV, and this is sort of like inquiring about a woodchuck chucking wood. However, I ordered three pucks today, at a very good price, and now I am wondering how long before I will need to buy soap again. How many shaves in a puck? Best guess?

MWF: How many 3 pass shaves in a puck?

Help ID a Pitiful Gillette

So, this fairly pitiful razor followed me home from a local antique store. The handle is trash. Was cut, maybe to be a travel razor, and it's split all the way up. The head looks salvageable. Slightly bent corner tooth. And yes, it still had a blade in it! I know it's either an Old, or a New Improved, but not knowledgeable enough to distinguish between them yet. So just what is this stray mutt dog I felt compelled to rescue? I mean, come on! I couldn't just leave it there to suffer!...

Help ID a Pitiful Gillette

Help ID a Pitiful Gillette

NOS 1956 Flair Tip Super Speed.

Razor , box and sealed blades and paperwork. All just as it came from Gillette. $85

NOS 1956 Flair Tip Super Speed.

Bay Rum

Hello everyone,

I'm looking to try a good bay rum soap but there are so many out there could you folks please give me your top 3 bay rum soaps please.


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Bay Rum

Honing or Stropping which one matters more?

As I was honing up a couple of razors I did a little experiment. After honing I tried a HHT without stropping then with. Each time the HHT was stronger after stropping.

As a matter of fact, when I couldn't get HHT on the entire blade I went back to the strop and paid special attention to make sure the blade was contacting the strop throughout the strokes and sure enough the areas that could not achieve HHT could now.

Additionally, I tried palm stropping and the results were even more...

Honing or Stropping which one matters more?

Honing or Stropping which one matters more?

What's your favorite Amouage?

As the title says. What's your favorite and why? I've had a chance to sample quite a few and I've narrowed it down to 3 I'd like decants of and 2 that are full bottle worthy.

Still, fragrances are very personal and I enjoy reading others thoughts on them.

What's your favorite Amouage?

FS: Stauer Men's Blazon Model 23523 Fused Rose Gold Quartz Watch

Stauer Men's Blue Blazon Model 23523 Fused Rose Gold Quartz Watch.

New with box and watch bag, never worn. Please note, the battery does need to be replaced. $25 plus $7 shipping anywhere in the US (USPS priority).

Would trade even for Merkur 37C, Merkur 34C or Whipped Dog badger brush.



FS: Stauer Men's Blazon Model 23523 Fused Rose Gold Quartz Watch

"Barbasol" scented aftershave

The closest I have found is Fine's American Blend.

Do any others exist?

"Barbasol" scented aftershave

Subjective question- GEM

Just curious , what is your best GEM razor? I was looking at the 1912 , simply because I always had a curiosity about them but I wasn't sure if those are a great starting point, or if anyone else had a better vintage SE razor they can suggest? I know the Shick Injector's are also popular , but I am looking at shave quality here more than anything else.

Subjective question- GEM

Potential purchase - advice!

Can I get an opinion/advice on a possible purchase? $40 +shipping is the ask. Here are is the description and pics. Is it worth it?

"Gillette Short Comb "New" type Solid Handle Safety Razor in...

Potential purchase - advice!

Potential purchase - advice!

Gillette Rocket HD 500 vs. Gillette Monobloc (French version of the HD 500)

What are the differences between: Gillette (normal / standard / regular / brass) English Rocket HD 500 vs. Gillette Monobloc (French version of the HD 500)? With the Monobloc, two different versions of the razor were available, one with no lines on the knob, and one with two lines on the knob.

I have heard that the French Monobloc version is more aggressive than the regular English version of the HD 500 -- is that correct. Also, I have noticed in all of the pictures that I have seen of...

Gillette Rocket HD 500 vs. Gillette Monobloc (French version of the HD 500)

Gillette Rocket HD 500 vs. Gillette Monobloc (French version of the HD 500)

castle forbes lime

I just tried castle forbes lime for the first time. It is a great cream. The smell was awesome and the slickness was great. A little goes a long way. I was using proraso white cream and I like this a lot better. To me this was slicker and provided a better shave. It also smells way better. I wasn't a big fan of how the proraso smelled. This also didn't leave the white residue on my razor like proraso. I finished up my shave with CC lime after shave. It was also my first time using...

castle forbes lime

castle forbes lime

Gillette Wilki...really?

The following comes with the obvious YMMV qualifying statement....

Got a few Shanghai Gillette Wilkinson Swords in a while back. I've tried a few blades already with my best results coming from Big Ben and Astras.

But the Wilkis, for the price I wasnt expecting much. Instead....I was blown away! Using a blade in my Gillette NEW Type, I got the smoothest shave I've just about ever had. Three passes and done. Used the same blade a few times since with great results.

Never would have...

Gillette Wilki...really?

Gillette Wilki...really?

Vacation Shaving

So I went 2 days without shaving. I got up this morning and felt a little gross. So I cleaned myself up.

Vacation Shaving

How is it in your State?

Tennessee is a wonderful place live..one of the best ever. But....
Sometimes the stuff that comes out of Nashville is, well..curious at best.
Most recently Tennessee passed new legislation that really makes little sense at all to the people it affects; most noticeably, police (mostly retired police) and sportsmen. Won't get into the wildlife stuff right now.

TN is a pretty firearms-friendly State. Even so, the passage of a bill that reduced the cost of a lifetime CCW permit to only $100 for...

How is it in your State?

How is it in your State?

Going to South Korea soon and want to find...

Hey everyone,

I'll be heading to S Korea next weekend and was hoping someone here could help me out a little. I know Asia in general is not the best when it comes to wetshaving gear, but, I am actually interested in a shavette. More specifically, the CBJ Razor WH100. It's Feather artist clone made in Korea. I was wondering if anyone know of any particular store I can go to to try and find one along with some blades. I'm sure I can get one cheaper there than on theBay. Thanks in advance (Oh...

Going to South Korea soon and want to find...

Going to South Korea soon and want to find...

Hump Day Herf HDH 5JULY2017: America the Beautiful

4th of July, America's Birthday. For this week's theme, America the Beautiful, let's keep the Fourth of July celebration going by showing off your beautiful American pipes.

You say you don't have any American pipes that are beautiful? Well, there's a proud American tradition of finding beauty in well used items that just get the job done--an old pick-up truck with 250,000+ miles and still pulling strong, a cowboy's worn saddle, a simple pair of well-made boots. You get the idea. If you...

Hump Day Herf HDH 5JULY2017: America the Beautiful

Hump Day Herf HDH 5JULY2017: America the Beautiful

The Goodfella Smile (Omega) "Wild Hog" brush

At the end of May a very good friend of mine went to Italy and I took the chance to ask him to bring me something from my home country. I did a little order on http://ift.tt/2s6TE4E and gave them my friend address for delivery (they only ship to Europe). While I was browsing for soaps and blades I found this brush for as little as € 4.49 (around $5.50).



They describe it like an "hybrid" 3/4 fan and 1/4 bulb shape. In...

The Goodfella Smile (Omega) "Wild Hog" brush

The Goodfella Smile (Omega) "Wild Hog" brush

Cigar question

I know nothing about cigars, and was wondering how far up you cut the end of a torpedo shaped one. About where the pipe tool is pointing?

Cigar question

Blacklands Sabre in Hand. Classy & Elegant Presentation.....

Just got it today Gents..... Shave coming up shortly. It really is a beautiful razor, more so in person. Fabulous finish and attention to detail and craftsmanship......

Blacklands Sabre in Hand. Classy & Elegant Presentation.....

Fatip Grande confusion

I have a bunch of vintage and modern razors and my rotation changes frequently. Currently my favorites are a Wolfman .74 and Rockwell 6. I recently went for a go with a Fatip that I picked up and a persona blade. I've heard that they are an aggressive razor so was apprehensive, to my surprise it was a close comfortable shave, no blood no irritation, I honestly have stayed away from aggressive razors because I get great shaves already but now I think I have to look down that road any...

Fatip Grande confusion

Fatip Grande confusion

Ikon B1 Slant Bar

I had an Ikon shavecraft X3 but got rid of it after a couple weeks, I found it a little mild most likely due to the blade exposure.
I currently have a Merkur 37c and like it much more compared to the Ikon X3, it is smooth and efficient.
I want to try another slant and was looking at the Ikon B1 slant, I especially like it due to its B1 coating, for those that own one how does it shave in terms of efficiency, aggressiveness compared to the X3 or the Merkur 37c?
I wanted the B1 short comb...

Ikon B1 Slant Bar

Ikon B1 Slant Bar

First shave with a Gillette Guard today

I ordered a few things from West Coast Shaving last week and added a couple of Gillette Guard razors to try them out. I figured they might be a nice option for carry on luggage and/or traveling.

I have to say, the handle struck me as quite nice! It's a nice molded three dimensional shape and has some good ribbing and knurling so you won't lose grip on it. The razor is feather light as you might expect. The shave was just fine, very easy, very smooth. It took a little work to get under...

First shave with a Gillette Guard today

First shave with a Gillette Guard today

Conor McGregor vs. Floyd Mayweather

Who will win? Vote and discuss.

Conor McGregor vs. Floyd Mayweather

Which Amazon badger brush?

Haven't posted for quite some time but was hoping to get some help with a decision making disorder.

I have a $50 Amazon gift card and have decided to buy my first badger brush. Obviously it has to be available on Amazon. Thinking about the Parker pure badger extra dense (white handle with chrome base). But what do y'all think?

I like backbone, don't mind a little scratch. My wheelhouse is probably two-band badger, so looking for something as similar to that as I can get on my gift card....

Which Amazon badger brush?

Which Amazon badger brush?

A Tale of Two Old Spice

Usually I buy Old Spice from Wallyworld. Unfortunately, the nearest one ran out, and I bought one from Dollar General. This is the same brand of Old Spice, in the same red box and plastic bottle, but a smaller amount.

The surprise came when I used it. Per my usual practice, I hold my thumb over the stopper and shake before using. When I tried it, what came out of the bottle smelled more intense than usual. At first I thought it was the dreaded plastic smell, but later applications are that...

A Tale of Two Old Spice

A Tale of Two Old Spice

AoS Strop question

recently I purchased a Dovo strop from AoS (I know I know, over priced, but I like their products). I just started my straight shaving adventures....my question is, I was told to do no more than 6 laps. Everywhere I read, or see (youtube) people are doing 25-50 laps. Did I get bad info from AoS? thanks

Also, for those who have bought one of their strops and have others... how does it compare to other brands?

AoS Strop question

SOTD (My first ever posted!)

Simpsons Polo 10
WSP Citrus Blast
Merkur 34C

SOTD (My first ever posted!)

OneBlade Core updated Version Shipping Tomorrow!

I just posted to the first impression thread, however, for those of us who find the Core simply too mild, they've made a change in the last production run to improve the razor a bit or make it more aggressive. They've tweaked the blade exposure and angle, which will keep the blade toward the front of the razor, as well as provide a tiny increase in blade gap. They feel this will more closely match the experience with the Genesis model. - Apparently quite a few Genesis owners who ordered...

OneBlade Core updated Version Shipping Tomorrow!

OneBlade Core updated Version Shipping Tomorrow!

Stirling Electric Sheep!! WOW!!

Okay so I've been going through my stirling samples that I have and today was my Stirling Electric sheep. Let me start out by saying that every stirling soap I have tried seems to be better than the next and they are all getting permant spots in my soap rotation. Electric sheep must be their version of Williams because they smell very similar with that lemony old school soap smell...but Electric sheep is like new Williams on steroids. It's extremely slick and has a lather that lasts and...

Stirling Electric Sheep!! WOW!!

Stirling Electric Sheep!! WOW!!

Vintage hand tinting

Growing up in the 50's I always admired the hand tinted pictures in everyone's houses , but my favorites were the hand tints of the Hollywood posters and lobby cards...

Vintage hand tinting

tuxedo synthetic knots

how are these knots compared to the plisson style knots that you find on the razorock/maggards synthetic brushes? has anyone used a 24mm or 30mm tuxedo knot? how did you like it and how does it compare to the pllisson style knots?

tuxedo synthetic knots

Noob - looking for advice

I've never used a straight razor, but might give it a go. I have 2 in my safe that are fairly old. The first is a pre 1891 (I've been reading a little bit) Geo. Wostenholm & Son Sheffield blade with horn scales - I believe this belonged to my great-grandfather. One of the scales is broken - completely separated into 2 pieces - but I have both pieces. There is a nick in the blade as well - It's about 0.025" - 0.030".

The other is an 'Original Pipe Razor' with translucent yellow...

Noob - looking for advice

Noob - looking for advice

JULY: Serenity and Nature

Best explanation for this theme, a nice quiet outdoors moment. A scene that makes one think, or mind wander into a story. A nice landscape scene, a wildlife member enjoying lunch or looking out over the water, even people enjoying activities. Just as long as the scene is 'quiet and dramatic', it's all good. I'll throw in some examples.

Good Luck! Ya'll know the rules...

• The photograph must be yours, taken recently
• Only one entry.
• The challenge runs from the 1st to the 19th...

JULY: Serenity and Nature

JULY: Serenity and Nature

WTB: Blackland Blackbird long stainless handle

Looking for the longer Blackbird Razor handle in stainless steel. Prefer machined finish to match my razor but will consider polished as well. Let me know what you have.

WTB: Blackland Blackbird long stainless handle

Sir Hare = Awesome

I wanted to give some love to Sir Hare Classic Barber shaving soap. I've been trying a few different soaps and creams lately and Sir Hare turned out to be fantastic. To be honest I had never heard of it until I ran across it online a couple of months ago. I liked the hare logo so I decided what the heck and purchased a tub.

For those that have never used it, they put 4oz in a large 8oz tub which makes loading your brush super easy (the container also has a waterproof label). It has a...

Sir Hare = Awesome

Sir Hare = Awesome

MUHLE 70th ANNIVERSARY SILVER TIP BRUSH

I bought this brush here earlier this year. It is a great brush but I have too many other brushes so this one doesn't get the use it deserves! Comes with the original box, in excellent condition with minimal use . 5.7oz, 24mm knot, 102mm overall, 54mm loft. $125.00 shipped. Current price new is $145.00.

MUHLE 70th ANNIVERSARY SILVER TIP BRUSH

Terroso is super yummy

So I'm trying out my samples, not thrilled with a lot of the things that remind of me of candle/crystal/bead shops. Thinking this isn't bad. I'll save some money not needed a bunch of different soaps I like. This morning I open a sample of Terroso by Sapone Di Paolo. Quick little sniff and I closed it up to be relegated to the pile that's too musky. But at the last minute I figured what the heck, I already have it so I might as well try it. Holy moly, I was in heaven when I started...

Terroso is super yummy

Terroso is super yummy

Hone identification

I picked this hone up for next to nothing... was not expecting much from it, but i took it home and put a few razors to it and it's an absolute delight to use. Puts a good finished edge on a razor that i can take straight to the strop.
I would say the grit is somewhere between my charnley forest and a fine coticule, probably closer to the coticule side of things though. Certainly much faster than my charnley forest, but not a fast cutter like a coticule. I dont have experience with...

Hone identification

Hone identification

Best shave of my life

Well just 5 days after the worst shave of my life (thank you Derby) I've had the best. Thought about each aspect and didn't fudge anything. Used actually cold water, not just room temp so slightly cool. Made sure my lather had enough moisture. Paid attention to the blade angle not getting too aggressive. Wet my face between passes before re-lathering. Took short strokes in the problem areas. No stinging while shaving and except for one little spot in my problem area is was a BBS shave....

Best shave of my life

Best shave of my life

Wacker Jungmeister 7/8's Spanish Point

Wacker Jungmeister 7/8's Spanish Point

Up for sale is a Wacker Jungmeister 7/8's with a Spanish Point that I bought a year ago. I take care of my razors, I always put one layer of tape on the spine when honing, and that's also the time when it touches water I always wipe the blade with tissue between passes. Here is more...

Wacker Jungmeister 7/8's Spanish Point

Wacker Jungmeister 7/8's Spanish Point

Pinaud Lime Sec, Where's the Beef?

AFTERSHAVE REVIEW:
Pinaud Lime Sec After Shave Lotion

COST PER OUNCE:
A 12.5 fl oz container runs from 9 to 12 dollars depending on where you shop for your facial pampering items. My purchase was through Amazon for just under $9.00.

ABOUT:
One of many Ed Pinaud odiferous aftershave options available to fine consumers everywhere, Lime sec is described as "a zesty fougere fragrance with a top note of lime. The floral middle note of Clubman Pinaud Lime Sec is blended with musk and exotic...

Pinaud Lime Sec, Where's the Beef?

Pinaud Lime Sec, Where's the Beef?

Rockwell Blades

I received a 100 pack of these for supporting one of the campaigns to get a Rockwell 6c razor. Finally got around to trying one out.

Razor: EJ89 Kelvin
Soap: Cella
Blade: Rockwell

Definitely not the sharpest, nor the smoothest blade I have tried. Reminded me of a Derby to be honest. I can get 3 good shaves out of a Derby, but can't go any farther as they start pulling instead of cutting and that leaves a nice irritated/razor burn area on my neck. The Rockwell felt very similar for the...

Rockwell Blades

Rockwell Blades

howdy all, i'm new

Hello everyone! New here at B&B but have been wet shaving some time and figured it was time to register instead of searching the forums as a guest. Some great info here, looking to learning much more!

Tom

howdy all, i'm new

Small synthetic travel brush? Maybe 18mm?

Can anyone suggest an inexpensive synthetic brush about 18 or 19 mm?

Currently using an Omega Mixed Midget for travel, but wondering if there is a decent synthetic alternative in a small size. Any recommendations?

Small synthetic travel brush? Maybe 18mm?

Woodford Reserve

Living in Utah and government controlled liquor stores. Our options are sometimes VERY limited. A new liquor store opened up near our house and I this one is one of the largest in the state and supposed to have a larger selection.

So I stopped in yesterday and ventured over to the Whiskey section. I prefer bourbons, single malt scotches, and the occasional Canadian whiskey. While perusing the different offerings and mentally in my mind going: 'tasted it', 'didn't like it', 'have some at...

Woodford Reserve

Woodford Reserve

Newbie

Hi, I'm a newbie to DE shaving. I've never been happy with the shave I get with the cartridge razors I've been using. I've had a couple of cut throat shaves and found them a lot cleaner. Hopefully I can achieve this with a DE.

Newbie

Gem Micromatic Clog Pruf Completely Brass?

I believe someone mentioned that my newly acquired MMCP is completely brass. (Again, photo below).

If it is completely brass, is it safe to assume it is not plated in any way? If so, would a brass polish clean this up even more?



Gem Micromatic Clog Pruf Completely Brass?

SuperMax Blue Diamond Titanium

I just had my first shave with one of these blades sent to me by rabidus and what a blade...

Double wrapped and no wax on the blade!







NEW SC
Stirling Margaritas in the Arctic
Omega boar

Three pass shave today. I like to go back to basics with a new blade or razor. One pass WTG, one XTG and one ATG. I only needed one clean up pass on my neck and that says a lot for this blade, and razor.

My go to blade is...

SuperMax Blue Diamond Titanium

SuperMax Blue Diamond Titanium

Bronze Mergress - New in Box

Brand new in box. Bought for nephew's graduation but gave him my Wolfman instead. Retails $145.
$95 conus. Thanks.

Bronze Mergress - New in Box

Northwest Tea Festival

The Northwest Tea Festival, held in Seattle every Fall, is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year.

http://ift.tt/1r8hHqU

Northwest Tea Festival

New to DE shaving, cannot get a close shave

Hi all Gentlemen,

I was looking for a review of the Gillette Guard and stumbled across this forum. The amount of information to the finer aspects of shaving this forum provides is just incredible.

To give a background on myself, I am from India. I started shaving when I was about 17 which was in 1999. I learnt shaving from my dad as most of us do.

I did start with a DE razor but I do not remember what razor or blades I used back then.

Later, when I started working I switched to Mach 3....

New to DE shaving, cannot get a close shave

New to DE shaving, cannot get a close shave

[WTT] Simpsons Duke 3 Best and Gillette slim for some high-end soap or ATT S1

Dear gents in this forum,
I want to trade out my Simpsons Duke 3 Best and Gillette slim for
high-end soaps or ATT S1 (with Atlas handle is prefered)

Please feel free to let me know your offer.
Besides, please be sure to know that I am in Taiwan and international shipping is a must if you are in other countries.

[WTT] Simpsons Duke 3 Best and Gillette slim for some high-end soap or ATT S1

What are your top 5 shaving soaps/creams and Why? for 2017

New 2017 thread gents:

Let me start:

MWF
Dapper Dragon
Mickey Lee
L&L
Toss up between Wholly Kaw donkey or Grooming Dept.


(I'm also waiting for Sudsy Soapery and T&S new base)

What are your top 5 shaving soaps/creams and Why? for 2017

B&B Noob but not truly a noob

Hi My name is Icedorrk and I am new to Badger and Blade. Although I am a noob to this forum and don't really know the rules here yet, I hope to be able to contribute to this forum by sharing what I have learned in the past year since I have begun wet shaving with DE razors.

Over the past year I have learned a lot and I hope to learn more from B&B seasoned veterans as I begin to explore this vast forum.

My current gear includes
DE Razors
Wahl DE razor -Very mild razor - My first DE...

B&B Noob but not truly a noob

B&B Noob but not truly a noob

The Body Shop Maca Root at TJ Maxx..

$4.99 for the 200 ml tub! Keep your eyes open

The Body Shop Maca Root at TJ Maxx..

A new favorite ----- Geo. F. Trumper's Limes !

Third time shaving with it this evening ----- Magnificent ! Rich, creamy, slick lather (bowl) with my Simpson Colonel X2L best badger brush. Close, comfortable shave and great after shave feel. The lime scent is pretty perfect .... like Goldilocks -- not too weak, not too strong, but "just right." This will definitely be a major player for me this summer.

A new favorite ----- Geo. F. Trumper's Limes !

First try at honing

So last night I tried my first attempt at honing. Started with an at bevel setting on a Naniwa 1k, then proceeded through 3k-5k-8k then to a natural coti for finishing. Initially it shaved a patch on my arm fine albeit a very small patch and didn't seem to shave along the whole blade. Tried a bit longer on the coti and I thought it had gotten better but no dice. Stropped and it shaved exactly almost nothing this morning lol. Honing is hard!

Looked under magnification this morning and it...

First try at honing

First try at honing

Phoenix Starling SE (Prototype)

Just saw this on FB...



Phoenix Starling SE (Prototype)

Mickey Lee SoapWorks "The Kraken" Lathering.

Mickey Lee SoapWorks "The Kraken" Soap
Maggard Razors Bronze 22mm Black Synthetic Fiber Brush
Stone Bowl

No talk, Just Lather.

Enjoy!



Mickey Lee SoapWorks "The Kraken" Lathering.

Cowboy boot question

Hey, just got myself a new pair of boots for the first time in I don't know how many years...been a long time. They're Ariat Ropers. Love 'em so far. Question is, is it best to go ahead and condition them up before I start wearing them or not? I typically use Bick 4 on my leather stuff.

Cowboy boot question

need help choosing old school TTO

Trading my Edwin Jagger 89DL for two of these. I really dislike the edwin and I don't use it as often compared to my Lord L6. Which one would you pick? What is the difference between the two gilettes?

need help choosing old school TTO

Briar Chubby 2 Manchurian

Some time ago I decided I prefer the Chubby 2 in 2-band more than in Manchurian. I have sold my other Chubby 2 Manchurians, and only a Briar one and an Ivory one remain. Neither is getting used and I have more brushes coming in, so I'm letting the Briar one go. I'm the original owner of this brush and it has not shed a single hair. The brush was used five times, and maintained exceedingly well. The knot measurements are a 29mm diameter and 51mm loft.

Retail price on these is $336.00,...

Briar Chubby 2 Manchurian

Briar Chubby 2 Manchurian

Love it

The more I use my injector razor the more I love it. (J1). I don't understand why they are not more popular. The blades last a long time as well. I am about to put all of my DE razors away and only use the injector. Anyone else feel the same?

Love it

Pal adjustable question

Bought one of these on a whim off the bay and was just curious aboit the dial. Razor is spotless, and the adjustment works, but I can't remember how tight that dial gets on full lock to the left L side. I do remember the last I had being loosy goosy when the razor is on H full way. I think it is a combo of a low mileage razor/fresh spring and the horrible leverage that knob provides but my frame of reference is foggy.

Pal adjustable question

Can anyone explain this discrepancy?

I came across an odd pricing difference for a Semogue OC boar brush between 2 websites, however, they were by the same vendor. Smallflower sells the SOC on their website for $45 + shipping, but sell the exact same brush through Amazon for $25 with free shipping. Why such a big price difference? Is the mark-up on their website ridiculous or is Amazon forcing them the lower the price by almost half?

...

Can anyone explain this discrepancy?

Can anyone explain this discrepancy?

calling all simpson owners

I'm giving into curiosity and shopping for a simpson exclusively for face lathering. I am deciding between duke2, X2, X2L, and the berkeley. With the knots/lofts all relatively close, how can i differentiate between these models other than handle/price? Which would recommend?

Also, is there anyone that would advocate for the pure duke or berkeley?

calling all simpson owners

Shavemac or Thater two band

One of the dozen or so brushes I have is a Shavemac two band silvertip with a hybrid fan-bulb knot. It's probably the brush I like best for face lathering, which is my preferred method. So, I'm wondering whether to get another Shavemac, or branch out and try a Thater two band. Does anybody have any thoughts on the differences between the two, or which is the better, and why? If you do, please post your comments.

Shavemac or Thater two band

Turned in Just One Size

Came across this description on the Simpson Colonel and am a little lost.

Help...

Turned in Just One Size

"Powder-y" Aftershaves

I have found that I prefer "powder-y" aftershaves as a consistent, everyday use.

The ones that I have personally found to be powder-y are Clubman and Floid - Vigoroso.

Do any of you know what makes this powder-y fragrance and do you have any recommendations for other powder-y scented aftershave splashes?

"Powder-y" Aftershaves

Weird Tarnish

So I just got this Flare Tip SS in a lot of 3 razors and it's in excellent condition other than the tarnish, which didnt change at all after two long soaks in HOT water and Dawn, followed by a scrub with a toothbrush and Dawn again.



Its mainly on the neck and handle, but I polished most of it off the neck with AutoSol and a soft cloth. I didnt want to get overly aggressive with that compound as the plating is very good.

A British Tech was in the lot as well and it had the very same...

Weird Tarnish

Weird Tarnish

Single Pass and With the Grain confusion (noob post)

Apologies in advance if I missed an FAQ somewhere.

Six years ago, I bought a vintage double edged Gillette safety razor, convinced that it'd be cool to try out this method of shaving after twenty years of cartridge shaving (expensive) during my time in the Air Force, where I had to shave every day and had never grown a beard.

Disaster. Cuts. No satisfaction with how my face felt afterwards. Burned. Stubbly. I had followed directions from instructional videos at the time, nearly all of...

Single Pass and With the Grain confusion (noob post)

Single Pass and With the Grain confusion (noob post)

All Star Game PIF

I have a bottle of Brut Classic after shave that I need to unload. Major League Baseball's All Star Game is not too far away, so we'll tie this PIF to that noteworthy event. The rules are simple: you need only to predict accurately the winning league. CONUS only. I will draw a winner from among all those who predict the winner.

BONUS: Do you want to double your chances of winning? Then predict the score, as well as the winner.

ANOTHER BONUS: Do you want another opportunity to double...

All Star Game PIF

All Star Game PIF

Matador de luxe, a swedish vintage razor

I just picked this up from a local gentleman:







I payed about 7,50€, very worth it for the leather case alone I think. I don't have high hopes for the razor itself, but I'm looking forward to try it out. Also som old gilette thin blades came with it.

PRECISIONSRAKHYVEL of course means "precision razor". The swedish word "rakhyvel" hard translates to shave plane (plane as in the tool), as we use the same word for plane as we do for razor (hyvel).

Just wanted to share this

Matador de luxe, a swedish vintage razor

WTS –Injectors, a Straight, and a DE

Still more clearing.

Hess and Bombay razors in VG condition. Injectors have never been used.

1. Hess 42 Stainless Steel Frozen Temper Straight Razor. This is the 3/8” blade version of the Hess Razor. Comes with the cracked ice scales. Gold wash on the blade is intact and does not show hone wear. Pivot pin is a little loose. It is shave ready by my standards but might want to give it a touch up. $35

2. Bombay Shaving Company DE razor. This is a clone of the Bevel Razor but it has a second...

WTS –Injectors, a Straight, and a DE

WTS –Injectors, a Straight, and a DE

Dug out my Black Hawk again today...

I decided to give my Black Hawk razor another try today. I found the sweet spot angle and had a very good shave. But, I am still having trouble getting used to the blade width, so I suspect it will only get occasional use. I still dream of a Black Hawk that uses Injector blades!!!

Dug out my Black Hawk again today...

Handle a query...?

What are people's favorite after-market handles to put on RazoRock's aluminum Baby Smooth razor? After dinging up the original handle on mine, I was startled to learn that the model is being discontinued (link below). Are there any best practices for future-proofing generally? Thanks!

RazoRock OLD TYPE Open Comb DE Safety Razor – ItalianBarber

Handle a query...?

Trying out Derby Extra with newly acquired razors

Day 1: Micro Touch One, B&M Velvet, Omega 10049

DFS right around the adam's apple, BBS elswhere. No nicks, weepers or irritation.

Day 2: Gillette New, Pacific Shaving Minipod, anonymous brush (appears to be a VDH or maybe a Surrey boar)

Today's shave was about the same as yesterday's. DFS right around the adam's apple, a bit closer than yesterday, but not q u i t e BBS. BBS everywhere else. No nicks, weepers or irritation.

Day 3: Gillette (triangular slots - pre-war?) Fat Handle...

Trying out Derby Extra with newly acquired razors

Trying out Derby Extra with newly acquired razors

Stainless Slants from Above the Tie

Looking for something new? Check our Above the Tie Slant razors. In aggression they fall between our R and M plates. However, the diagonal cutting angle provides exceptional shaving efficiency. Try one now!

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Stainless Slants from Above the Tie

Stainless Slants from Above the Tie

Bronze Razor sets from Above the Tie

We have discovered four of our stunning (NOS) Bronze sets number 14, 15, 16 and 18. These are what are is left of the original numbered limited run of 1-100. If you missed out the first time don't make the same mistake again. These numbered sets will not be offered again. Want one? Buy now....

Bronze Razor sets from Above the Tie

Bronze Razor sets from Above the Tie

Grandpa's Brush Is this unique

Hey guys my uncle passed away last month and I went to meet my cousin at the house to tell her what they should do to get it ready to sell(I'm a Realtor). While going through the house I said hey if you find any shaving items let me know. Later that day she found a brush her dad had that had been his father's(my grandfather) it looks similar to ones I see on here but the metal band throws me off. Any ideas? Here it's is before and after a cleanup. Would love to get a new knot in this and...

Grandpa's Brush Is this unique

Grandpa's Brush Is this unique

AutoStrop/Valet Razors: A Typology in 13 Parts

The various types of Valet/AutoStrop razors confuse people, and with good reason. There are 10 basic types of razors in this family, leaving aside minor variations in handles, country of production, finishes, and kits. It’s a lot, and the variations can be subtle.

These razors were produced for only about 40 years, from 1906 to 1946. But they were revolutionary in this regard: They gave us Henry Gaisman, inventor of the Probak razor, whose patents forced Gillette into a merger with...

AutoStrop/Valet Razors: A Typology in 13 Parts

AutoStrop/Valet Razors: A Typology in 13 Parts

Simpsons Duke 3 in Best

Simpsons Duke 3 in Best

My Simpsons Duke 3 in Best is for sale.
1. in excellent condition. Used less than 10 times.
2. Not a shedder.
3. I am in Taiwan, international shipping is a must.
4. Original box and paper are included.

List Date: 6/28/2017

For more info, click here to view the original listing:...

Simpsons Duke 3 in Best

Simpsons Duke 3 in Best

S&W Mp15 Sport II

Hi all, looking for some opinions on this one. Found a great deal online. Looks like a nice budget, ready out of the box AR.

M&P®15 Sport™ II | Smith & Wesson

S&W Mp15 Sport II

ATT SE1, Gillette NEW, and more

1. I have a pretty much brand new ATT SE1 with a Kronos handle in the box. It has been used a handful of times and is in pristine condition. To sweeten the pot, I will throw in three sample blades from Try a Blade, and a sample of Chiseled Face Cryogen soap and matching aftershave. I used both once. Asking $120 shipped CONUS.

2. Gillette NEW LC. There are two small cracks on the handle and some brassing on the top cap. I will throw in a tuck of Shark Blades. Asking $15 shipped CONUS

3....

ATT SE1, Gillette NEW, and more

ATT SE1, Gillette NEW, and more

Shoutout to Studio Black Antiques

Found them online - they have a nice selection of Avon aftershave bottles (with juice) available. I called them on the landline, and did a transaction over the phone. Gentleman was very nice and accommodating for me, as they are mainly set up to do internet orders. Fast and efficient, can't wait to get my order.

Contact info:
Studio Black Antiques
2004 Apperson Way
Kokomo, Indiana 46901
(765) 457-3373

They also sell on ebay.

Shoutout to Studio Black Antiques

Semogue 1250 "eat" lather

Hi,
I own a Semogue 1250 boar brush about a year now, and lately the brush "eat" the lather - I can get only one pass! Maybe two passes on a good day.
I used to soak it before and dry it after every shave.
Any solutions?

Semogue 1250 "eat" lather

Tabula Rasa Abraka Barber now available!

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Perfect for sensitive skin, Tabula Rasa Shaving Soap creates an amazingly thick lather. This 100% vegan soap provides excellent glide for a cushioned and comfortable shave. Leaves you with hydrated, smooth skin for hours after your shave!

Formulated with hydrating ingredients like shea butter, argan oil, and mango butter. Contains Stimu-tex, which is a Swiss ingredient that helps...​

Tabula Rasa Abraka Barber now available!

Tabula Rasa Abraka Barber now available!

Figured it was time to say hello...

Hello all,

After getting tired of my face always hurting and looking like crap, I decided to switch to my old cream in a can/cartridge method of shaving after 20+ years of shaving with high end electric razors...and as I wandered the WalMart aisle looking at my options, I saw a Van Der Hagen kit with the bowl, soap, brush and their TTO razor, and decided what the hell...

A few short weeks later and I now have 3 grades of badger and a boar brush, 2 Merkur Razors (34c and Futur), an Edwin...

Figured it was time to say hello...

Figured it was time to say hello...

BDWoody's Entry to the Hall of Fame

What is your real name?
Brad

What are your nicknames/aliases?
Brad

Where do you live?
Freeland, MD. USA

What is your age (or) generation?
50

What are you in the real world?
Self-employed...father of 2

What is your favorite shave setup?
Merkur 34c - Feather Blades
Parker Silver-Tip brush
Lathering Scuttle
Varieties of Soaps/Creams/etc...

What are your hobbies and favorite activities?
Photography, barbecues,...

BDWoody's Entry to the Hall of Fame

BDWoody's Entry to the Hall of Fame

Blade disposal - not a good way to do it

After I washed my hands in the men's room this morning, as I went to throw out my paper towel something familiar caught my eye. It looked like a wrapper from a Feather blade. It was. It also had a Feather blade in it! As the waste can (with garbage bag liner) is at waist level I didn't think it was good that there was a razor blade sitting in there amongst the waste towels. Especially as when the towels start overflowing people will push them down. And when the cleaning guy comes...

Blade disposal - not a good way to do it

Blade disposal - not a good way to do it

My first trip down the honing path...

I have half-a-dozen razors that need to be freshened. They served me well but its time for more than chromium oxide stropping.

Decided to start off with two excellent, but inexpensive shavers... a Genco Henrys XXX and a HMC Bossing. (both 5/8s) The bevels had been set by an expert. So, I followed Slash McCoy's directions and used 3 micron film followed by two sets on 1 micron film. Did the second set on 1 micron film with paper underneath the film. Finished them off with aluminum oxide on a...

My first trip down the honing path...

My first trip down the honing path...

First vintage Gillette

Just picked this up today. Can anyone help me identify and how best to give it a cleaning? Thanks

Sent from my SM-G930V using Tapatalk

First vintage Gillette

New Lather Bowl

Picked up this pewter bowl for lathering up at our local church tag sale. I love it!

Bill

New Lather Bowl

A nice floppy brush for less than 50$ ?

Hi all,
I love my PLisson L'occitane synthetic. It's a very floppy and very soft brush but I'd like to try some new brushes. The maggard and razorock plissoft have too much backbone for me.
It needs to be floppy (like the Plisson or almost), and soft if possible.
I am eventually interested in the vie-long 04312 cachurro horse hair or in the omega 0599.

Do you have any advices guys ?

A nice floppy brush for less than 50$ ?

WTT/WTS Thater 4292/5 Silvertip

Thater 4292/5 Silvertip Hand lathered 3 times and used 6 times. Just enough to get most of the badger funk out. Knot measures 25mm. Comes with stand but no box. Retail $139 selling for $85 shipped CONUS







WTT/WTS Thater 4292/5 Silvertip

Concrete bowl?

I know that bowls with a rough internal surface are better at creating lather.
I use a semi glazed hand thrown bowl.
The difference from a fully glazed bowl was eye opening.
But has anyone tried this concrete bowl?
Lather | Bespoke Post

Could be a great DIY project.

Concrete bowl?

High Quality Chinese Razors

Are there other quality Chinese razors (at a nice price) like the Ming Shi 2000s?

Is it possible to compile a list?

• What are they?
• How much do they cost?
• Where can you purchase them?
• How do people feel about them, or rate them?

I'm personally curious if there's nicely made Chinese three piece open comb or slant out there.

I do like a nicely made razor, but laying down 100+ bucks for a razor does have a little sting in the tail. I've certainly brought razors that...

High Quality Chinese Razors

High Quality Chinese Razors

Shoe polish questions

I enjoy polishing my dress shoes. It's one of those things that I have done since I was a kid. I enjoyed watching my father as he polished his dress shoes. The smell of the polish is a scent that is very comforting. I have been using Kiwi shoe polish since I was a kid. It is part of my Sunday evening ritual. Clean with cloth, remove laces, dab polish and apply, buff. And buff some more. Replace laces. Admire outcome.

Do you polish your dress shoes on a regular basis? Do you use coloured...

Shoe polish questions

Shoe polish questions

Anyone who got this new Sabre razor ?

Impressions, review, especially comparing with any of AC Feather modern razors like att se, asylum etc

Anyone who got this new Sabre razor ?

B&B Bingo Shaving Cream Edition!

In case you haven't already heard!

B&B Bingo Shaving Cream Edition

B&B Bingo Shaving Cream Edition!

Basic Home Bar

Hi Chaps,

I've got a fair mix of good and middling, common and unusual drinks in my home bar but I'd like to know your essential stock list to drive a change.

If you were to advise someone when they were starting out what would you recommend? I'm thinking budget easy drinks. Any tips on spirits, wines, mixers and additives would be great!

Cheers,

Basic Home Bar

Parker silvertip

Okay been using cheap synthetic for years and just purchased a Parker silvertip. Immediately realized what a great brush this thing is. Perfect for face lathering.... but having trouble building lather in a bowl or scuttle. Face lathering seems to be the best way to use this brush which is okay. Afraid to be rough with the brush for fear of damaging the knot. Any suggestions on building lather in a bowl other than adding water or loading the brush with more product

Parker silvertip

Has anyone tried Ellington shave soap

Thinking of the aloha scent. Any good?

Has anyone tried Ellington shave soap

Has anyone tried the Suavecito Premium Blend aftershaves?

Considering the Ivory Bergamot. Are they any good.

Has anyone tried the Suavecito Premium Blend aftershaves?

A month now with a pair of 1912s

Hi all.

A month ago I moved to a new apartment. Packing was haphazard and without too much time in my hands I put all my shaving gear in one large box: a couple of dozen of SE, DE, brushes etc.
Whatever was on the previous counter got into the travel bag:
Two Ever Ready 1912s, a Vie Long horse hair brush and a tin of Mike's.

Since the move I looked into the box once: to grab an Omega boar brush and a tube of Ingram's (nothing beats Ingram in the hot Israeli summer).

That's it.

I have a...

A month now with a pair of 1912s

A month now with a pair of 1912s

What should I bring back from Ontario?

I'm heading off with the family for a week north of Toronto. For a change, this year we're driving home.

Is there anything that I should be looking for - presumably at the LCBO - that is not easily obtained in the U.S.?

Thanks in advance.

Bob

What should I bring back from Ontario?

Advice for a new pipe smoker

Hi all, new pipe smoker here looking for some advice. To start of with unlike many I do not have a background in cigarettes or cigars. About a year ago I think I got interested in pipe smoking and after doing some research bought a MM Shire Cobbit along with an ounce each of Lane 1-Q and Lane BCA. In that time I have probably only smoke three maybe four times. Part of that is trivial matters like just putting it on the back burner and not thinking about pipes for several months, not wanting...

Advice for a new pipe smoker

Advice for a new pipe smoker

WTS: Den Clearout Sale - Canada

Hey guys...
I've been clearing out my den and I have some good stuff not getting used. Limited to buyers in Canada.

Any 1 Lot - $30CAD Shipped in Canada
Any 2 Lots - $50CAD Shipped in Canada
All 3 Lots - $75CAD Shipped in Canada

Lot 1:
Palmolive Refreshing Lemon ~75%
Viking Active ~75%
Super-Max Lemon ~75%
Arko Men Cool ~75%
Boot UK Shave Bowl ~75%
10 Assorted Blades




Lot 2:
Clubman Pinaud (bug not included) - New
Coate's Superior Tea Tree ~75%
Coate's Superior Lime ~50%
Coate's...

WTS: Den Clearout Sale - Canada

WTS: Den Clearout Sale - Canada

Long time listener, first time caller

I've been lurking and reading the board here for many months and finally decided to start posting a little this evening.

Started DE shaving about a year and a half ago and I'm still learning more and more ever day that I come on here to read. I've already tried a few things here and there (between creams, soaps, aftershaves etc...) and while there are many more out there, I've kinda settled into a few favorites already. Some I see mentioned all over these forums, some I hardly see...

Long time listener, first time caller

Long time listener, first time caller

July 2017 Mess Hall Group Cookout ~ Theme: Summer Picnic!

Everyone likes a cookout. So that's what we're doing. It will be a lot of fun and this includes you. The idea of the cookout is very simple. We plan on having a monthly cookout with a theme where everyone is cooking the same thing. Any and all members are welcomed to join. The cookout dates will be posted so you will have plenty of time to gather your ideas and ingredients. A theme of what's to be cooked will also be posted. Each participating member will cook from their own home using any...

July 2017 Mess Hall Group Cookout ~ Theme: Summer Picnic!

July 2017 Mess Hall Group Cookout ~ Theme: Summer Picnic!

Travalong Razor...Ever used one?

I just received a 1944 Travalong Razor from an online auction site, I have been looking for one for a while and jumped on a razor that was in my budget and that looked in good condition.

The razor I found came complete with the original box, travel pouch, and instructions (printed on tissue paper possibly?)

When I opened the box I discovered the razor was really small and compact, literally the size of a razor blade and a little thicker than the box of razors. Very easy to set up...3...

Travalong Razor...Ever used one?

Travalong Razor...Ever used one?

Kiehl's toner?

i bought the thayers superhazel for an aftershae toner, i have to say i'm dissapointed. it has eucalyptus which reopens my pors, is pretty vsicos (woudln't want to sweat with it on on a summer day,as it would create a layer)

I tested a drop of kiehl's toner which was nice. it reminded me of my extremely expensive clarins toner (almost the same viscsosity of water)

How is kiehl's toner for shaving? I tested the blue bottle one.

Kiehl's toner?

Made Rite 1000

I received this brush from a PIF and the knot had lost a lot of hair and was shedding badly. I was going to wait until I unpacked/moved enough boxes to get to my drill press before trying to get out the knot. After a few months of waiting for the LOTH to decide what to do with the items in the box, I decided to just remove it with my dremel. This will be my first restore.

So I am starting this thread looking for advice. Everything I have read about it in this forum suggest that it is a...

Made Rite 1000

Made Rite 1000

Am I doing it all wrong?

as a relatively new wet shaver I am feeling my way through the soap/lather conundrum. I have been using fairly soft soaps up to this point but recently due to an extremely generous pif from another member I now have a few sticks and a hard pick or two. I have been placing a small amount of the soft soap in my bowl and then using it for making my lather. Should I be doing it differently or how would I go about using the sticks in my bowl and the pucks would seem to me that I would be stuck...

Am I doing it all wrong?

Am I doing it all wrong?

First DE safety razor

Hi all,

About a decade ago I used to shave with Mach 3's and regular shaving cream in a can...After that I was gifted an expensive electric shaver, which I have been using for the last few years, which has been missing some key parts and doesn't work as well anymore. Instead of spending another $200 on another electric shaver that could break from a bad drop, I decided to go back to regular shaving again. I started off by going back to those 5 blade razors, trying to get my skin used to...

First DE safety razor

First DE safety razor

Blade give away

Can any of you use Rockwell Blades? I have 3 100 count never opened Rockwell blades I got from backing their different razors. The blades give me razor burn so I can't use them. If anyone can use them let me know. The first 3 people I will send you 100 each.

Blade give away

jevans26us's Entry to the Hall of Fame

What is your real name?
Jason

What are your nicknames/aliases?
they call me tater salad

Where do you live?
Georgia (but would like to change that as soon as possible)

What is your age (or) generation?
47

What are you in the real world?
Technical documentation for an industrial automation company.

What is your favorite shave setup?
Still too new to have a favorite yet. Currently have only added a decent brush and a good...

jevans26us's Entry to the Hall of Fame

jevans26us's Entry to the Hall of Fame

Razor bonanza in Oakhurst CA

I was on vacation this past weekend in Coarsegold CA, along highway 41 between Fresno and Yosemite. My daughter and I went antique shopping Sunday afternoon, and I was intent on finding me a razor. On our way to Yosemite Friday, we'd seen at least a half dozen antique shops in Coarsegold and Oakhurst, so it looked to be a fun day.

After the first half dozen shops (there were more than we'd casually noticed earlier), I'd seen some straights and a very nice amber-handled Schick Eversharp,...

Razor bonanza in Oakhurst CA

Razor bonanza in Oakhurst CA

My First Custom Brush! Thank you @Smattayu!!

Just received this in the mail yesterday. It is, by far, the prettiest brush that I own.

I used it for the first time today. It grips well and the knot is set at a great loft. It is going to see lots of use.

Thanks again, @Smattayu for making it for me.

My First Custom Brush! Thank you @Smattayu!!

Den Cleaning - Canada Day PIF

British Sterling Roaming Lather ~Full (Used Once)
British Sterling Aftershave Balm ~Full (Used Once)
British Sterling Preshave ~Full (Used Once)
Stetson ~Full (Used Once)
Adidas Pure Game ~80%
Old Spice Pure Sport ~80%
Bootleggers Bay Rum ~80%
Aqua Velva Musk ~Full
Aqua Velva Ice Sport ~Full
Monsieur Musk ~80%
Col. Conk Bay Rum ~75%
The Body Shop Maca Root Shave Cream ~75%
Kiss My Face Grapefruit Shave Cream ~50%
Kiss My Face Mint Shave Cream ~50%
Nivea Sensitive Skin Shave Cream ~Full...

Den Cleaning - Canada Day PIF

Den Cleaning - Canada Day PIF

Timeless Razor and West Coast Shaving have come out with their own soap lines

Shaving Soap: Timeless Razor's Signature Scent by Oleo Soapworks

Artisan line of Shave Soaps and Aftershave Colognes

Anybody have any yet? This won't help my SAD at all!

Timeless Razor and West Coast Shaving have come out with their own soap lines

Now I got a headache

Just need to rant to the anonymous interverse. We have been wanting to sell our business for many years and it is always somebody wanting something for nothing. When someone says they are interested I can tell right away if they are serious or not. We have had a few serious inquiries but things always fell through. Recently a person says he is really interested, but then hits us with all kinds of demands. Everything needs to be perfect before he takes possession. Well, I figure I need...

Now I got a headache

Now I got a headache

Favourite steak spice?

Personally I love Montreal Steak Spice. How do you do up your steaks for grill or BBQ?

Favourite steak spice?

The Mother of all Blade PIFs

So this is my 1000th post on Badger & Blade, and I've benefited mightily from the collective wisdom and generosity of members. And the patience of the moderators. I'm grateful, so it's time to give back with another PIF.

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

One thing I learned early on was to try lots of different products.

I overdid it with blades.

So here is the PIF: For my 1000th post, I am PIFing one gazillion blades.

Honestly, I have no idea how many are here. But it's over 1000....

The Mother of all Blade PIFs

The Mother of all Blade PIFs

Penhaligon's Blenheim Bouquet shave cream glass jar

I figured I would share this, I have been wanting another jar or two of Blenheim Bouquet but they have been increasingly difficult to find since they don't make the glass jar anymore. The Penhaligon's store in Rockefeller plaza (I think, Rockefeller something) in NY has some in stock still, I did a phone order and they just arrived yesterday. If you have the nice glass jars you can squeeze those cheesy tubes into them, atleast that's why I wanted them. Figured I'd share

Penhaligon's Blenheim Bouquet shave cream glass jar

Favorite Frankenrazor?

Do you have a frankenrazor combination that you like? New or vintage, let's hear it! My current favorite is a 60's tech head on a heavier Maggard handle.

Favorite Frankenrazor?

Xpec Original - Views on the scent

Hi All

My favorite shave cream is without doubt, Xpec Unscented. I LOVE ADP and SMN - performance wise, however the presence of menthol is not good for me, as I am extremely sensitive to it. So I tried Xpec, and the performance is just as spectacular as the other two. Therefore for me Xpec is the best cream Ive tried or owned.

When I ordered it (I also have the balm) I went with the unscented because all I read regarding the Originals scent was, well to be fair, not so good. Can anyone...

Xpec Original - Views on the scent

Xpec Original - Views on the scent

Live and Learn

What's something that you purchased when you first got into de/straight shaving (when you were super excited, but confused about what was needed, so you just bought everything) that you would never buy again now that you are more seasoned?

For me it's the Proraso pre-shaves. I bought two tubs when I first started and hardly used them. I realized that preshave was not necessary for me. Now I'm forcing myself to use them because they've been sitting around for so long.



Sent from my iPhone...

Live and Learn

Live and Learn

Brush Recommendation

Hi all,

I started DE shaving about 8 years ago and have been using the same brush since. I'm not sure of the make/size, but it's whatever came in the Lee's Razors beginner set back then. Either way, I'm ready for something new.

I only shave my neck/cheeks and I face (or in my case neck) lather with hard soap. From what I've been reading I probably want a smaller knot (22 or less) and a shorter loft (under 50). Seem reasonable?

More specifically, any recommendations on a specific brush? My...

Brush Recommendation

Brush Recommendation

Chicago Brush Restore

(It was recommended I post this little guy here after posting in the general shaving brush forum)

This was a fun project. Until now I'd never heard of Chicago brushes...but this one was a little rough. Much of the paint had worn off and the boar knot was all but gone.

After removing the knot, I managed to attach it to my drill, held in a vice, and sanded it clean. A...

Chicago Brush Restore

Chicago Brush Restore

My Very First SE shave With a Gem Macromatic Clog Pruf

I'd been speaking to B&B member Deelyte (Derrick) and he encouraged me to give an SE razor a try.

This past Saturday I was out for a drive and decided to take in a few antique shops. In a consignment/second hand store, I found a very nice Gem Macromatic Clog Pruf razor that cleaned up quite nicely.



As you can see from the photo, I stopped in at a local CVS and picked up a package of their SE blades.

The razor was cleaned and sanitized, I had the blades. All systems were go for an...

My Very First SE shave With a Gem Macromatic Clog Pruf

My Very First SE shave With a Gem Macromatic Clog Pruf

Oldest blades you've ever shaved with?

I was wondering about how much the edge of a DE bade deteriorates in storage, and if this is even a valid concern - provided you're not storing your blades in the outdoor tool shed, under a damp rag or something silly.

So, purely out of interest:

• What was the oldest blade you've used, or are currently using?
• How was it stored?
• Did you notice any deterioration due to storage?

Oldest blades you've ever shaved with?

West Coast Aftershaves

West Coast Shaving recently released a line of soaps and aftershaves. Are any of you going to try them out? If so, which ones in particular are catching you eyes? I really would like to try Sequoia and Gatsby, but just ordered a slew of samples from Maggard Razors. There are also a few others (Royall Lime, Royall Bay Rhum, Stirling, Barrister and Mann) that I still have been wanting to try for some time now.

No. 1 - Gatsby

"If you love wet shaving for all its traditional, nostalgic...​

West Coast Aftershaves

West Coast Aftershaves