Is it just my imagination.

or does croap last longer than pucks? As a newcomer to using croaps (Razorock) it seems as though it lasts longer.:blink:



Not complaining by any sense of the word.

Is it just my imagination.

Non-Aromatic suggestions.

Hi all,



I just picked up the pipe a couple months ago, and have tried a few different tobaccos, I'm hoping you can recommend your favourite non-aromatic flavours ? I'm about to put in an order and would like to try exclusively non-aro this time. Looking for mild to medium if possible.



Thanks in advance!



Mike

Non-Aromatic suggestions.

Pomade Review: Murray's Super Light

I decided to pick up Murray’s Super Light because I had run into a few issues with my current oil pomades. First I assumed I needed something heavy to control my thicker and bit bushy hair, when I used gels years ago I always used something strong; but they just weren’t working like I really wanted, mostly in the application. Secondly I wasn’t getting the shine I truly wanted; what I had was good but not exact. Third I didn’t have the time to order another small batch product and didn’t feel like spending the money. Then, there was Murray’s Super Light at my local drug store for $3; if I was going to try a light oil pomade this would be a good start.



Murray’s Super Light at first glance would seem to be a light pomade or closer to Royal Crown and other hair dressings, but Murray’s own website shows it between a medium and a light. It advertises it as “ a softer, lighter alternative to Murray’s Original Pomade. Super light contains aloe, lanolin and coconut oil. Provides conditioning and manageability for the clean neat look with plenty of style and control.”. It comes in a hideous can with a super sleazy 70′s barbershop design, but looks aren’t everything.



When you open it you can see again why it would seem like more of a hair dressing, it seems very oily and mostly just looks like petroleum jelly. The texture is really about the same too, doesn’t seem like it will have any hold. The smell from the can is okay, it is that clean & sweet babershop/powder smell. It isn’t my favorite but it works.



Scooping it out is very easy but it likes to pull and curl away almost as if you’re pulling out hot wax and it cools in the air. Spreading it into my hair was super easy, just goes right in. Combing it through also shows no issues; no tugging, hair breaking or issues being spread evenly. I use it with slightly damp hair but you could probably spread it in there dry even.


Styling was a breeze as well but being a lighter hold you may find you need to do touch ups (especially if you use water and it begins to dry/be pushed away). I generally style with what I have and then working from my part do a top coat, restyle and I’m done pretty quickly. Be careful though you can over grease like this and the feeling is not good. The hold is certainly more towards a medium, not super light as the name implies. It can move and a good wind will blow my hair up a bit but it locks it in place and weighs it down well. The shine is perfect if you want that classic shiny slick look be it for a slick back, side part/contour or something around those. This pomade it great for slicks!

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The longevity of this pomade is good but not great. The build up is nice and it restyles the next day very easily; but it does wash out a bit more than most oil pomades which is probably because there is no wax at all. You’ll be reapplying a little every time you go through your shower routine but with it being $3 you’re not tossing money down the drain. The good side of that is once you’re ready to degrease it is very easy to do.

Honestly this pomade has become my daily, I really liked it. It has shown me that what works with one type of hair with a certain product doesn’t carry over so well each time. With the weight and thickness of my hair giving it something that just added a slick was better than trying to spread something so waxy through it. I’d like to find something like it but with a better scent, texture in can and a bit more hold but still keep all of the positives of the Super Light. If you’re a greaser who likes his slick clean looks this is something you want in your collection.

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Murray’s Super Light

• A great medium-light pomade; is not super light or a hair dressing


• A good hold if you are doing something simple and slick


• A wonderful shine


• Easy to comb, easy to apply


• The scent isn’t good - too sweet and powdery


• Can wash out a bit too easy for a oil pomade


• Can take extra top layers the first time to get it to work and can lead to over greasing

3oz for $3

Petrolatum, Lanolin, Coconut Oil, Aloe Vera, Fragrance

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Saponificio Varesino

This is truly a great product and forget the vegi/tallow thing it is a great soap period. I have all 3 that they make and they all perform great and the fragrance is top notch. Its a hard soap I am not sure if its triple milled or not but its hard like a triple milled. Maybe someone here can answer that? In any event I highly recommend it and can not pick a favorite as I really love all 3

Saponificio Varesino

Real Shaving Balm

Since they stopped selling in the US I ordered direct from them. It took 3 weeks to arrive in the US but it is the same stuff I originally got at Riteaide.. "Post Shave Soothing Balm" 125ml, etc. So, it CAN be gotten if you go direct.

Real Shaving Balm

Got my first custom!

I finally got around to ordering my first custom straight. I looked at many makers, and decided on Jacob Ray Creations. He fit my allowance, and was willing to go a bit out of the box with it. I haven't had the chance to get my camera out yet, but here is a quick phone photo teaser.



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The scales are an Australian burl wood that matches my DE and brush that I already have. I will try to get good photos this weekend.

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Changing username?

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

Changing username?

English steel re-scale and clean up

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



This is how I got it form the bay:

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



This is how it ended up:

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



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



Notes to self:

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

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



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

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Question about short ribs.

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



Darrin

Question about short ribs.

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

Welcome Jerry! :thumbup1:

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

Which soap or cream do you couple with Muhle synthetic brush

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

Its softness impressed me so much.

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

I had some difficulties in loading soap.

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

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

Thanks a lot.

Which soap or cream do you couple with Muhle synthetic brush

Very nice shave today

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

Very nice shave today

Caswell Massey's Newport Collection

Caswell Massey's Newport Collection

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

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

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

Available at Q Brothers in Chicago and at

Smallflower.com.

Caswell Massey's Newport Collection

Thoughts/reviews on the Merkur 15C?

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

Thoughts/reviews on the Merkur 15C?

Bradwell Bros Sheffield Straight Razor - Ivory Scales - Shave Ready

Bradwell Bros Sheffield Straight Razor - Ivory Scales - Shave Ready



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





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





List Date: 3/26/2015



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

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How to find a Good and Affordable Attorney

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



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



Thanks!

How to find a Good and Affordable Attorney

What do you smoke/chew today ?

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

Here it is Stanwell CLASSIC in a Missouri Meerschaum

What do you smoke/chew today ?

New Wet Shaver from SE Idaho

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



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



--Merkur 30c (using Astra Platinum blades)

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

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

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

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

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

New Wet Shaver from SE Idaho

Any major gaps in my collection . .and restoration query

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

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



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

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

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

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

Gillette Super Speed Black Tip – US 1952



They're all in excellent order.

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

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

Any major gaps in my collection . .and restoration query

Razors for beginners

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

Razors for beginners