Until yesterday it had been a long time since I've had a bad blade. I loaded a new Astra in my Blackbird, lathered up with some Glide and proceeded to get a rough shave. Thinking that the problem had to be me and not the equipment I tried it again this morning. Well, it wasn't me, it had to be the blade. I was careful with my technique and my lather, and the shave was still terrible. It wasn't the worst shave I've ever had but it was not a good shave and it was a rough shave as well. I binned the blade and I'll try again tomorrow with a new blade. How often do you get a bad blade?
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Bad blades.
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WTS Brass General
Selling my like new Brass General . Razor retails for $90 and custom Stork Brass Handle retails for $125 total package together would $215. Selling as package only for $195 shipped CONUS . (Original Handle also included) Original box included as well .
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Wtb: Paradigm TI
I would really like the opportunity to buy a paradigm ti, either version really. Thanks in advance.
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Rooney Stubby 2 - DR Harris Best Badger
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The Rooney Stubbys and Style 1 brushes have always been a favorite of mine along with the Chubby from Simpson. This wonderful example carries the DR Harris branding and is an excellent performer. The bulb shaped knot measures 25mm in diameter with a 50mm loft, giving it plenty of backbone. Unfortunately Rooney isn't what it used to be so getting one of these is pretty tough to do. Currently unavailable and I believe retail was around $150 when still manufactured. Take this one for $125, which includes US postage, insurance and PayPal fees.
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WTB - ATT Calypso aluminum handle
I am looking for an Above the Tie Calypso aluminum handle. If you have one that you would like to sell, please send me a PM.
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WTB - Stork Tiapan Handle
I would like to buy a Stork Tiapan handle in titanium. If you have one you would like to sell, please send me a PM.
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Sad news Toronto
I popped by Men's Essentials on the way home from work today. First time this year. This photo shows what greeted me.
Don't know when it happened.
They still have a website, so it appears that just the bricks & mortar closed down. What a shame. I really enjoyed stopping by and looking around and smelling everything. Wonderful staff, too.
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Don't know when it happened.
They still have a website, so it appears that just the bricks & mortar closed down. What a shame. I really enjoyed stopping by and looking around and smelling everything. Wonderful staff, too.
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Rocnel Sailor Series
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Shavemac Americana - 2 Band Silvertip Fan knot
Up for sale is a very special brush, the Shavemac Americana XL designed by Geoff Anderson. The brush was purchased new by me directly from Bernd at Shavemac and has been used 8 times. It's in immaculate condition.
Hair: 2 band Silvertip
Type: Fan
Knot size: 27mm
Loft: 51mm
I'm asking for USD $150, PayPal is fine and the price include tracked shipping worldwide. The brush will be sent via EMS (fast shipping service) from Tokyo Japan. It usually takes 3-5 days to arrive in the US.
If you have any questions, please send me a PM!
Front:
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Americana XL:
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Side shot:
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Knot goodness:
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From the top:
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Thanks for looking!
Michael
Hair: 2 band Silvertip
Type: Fan
Knot size: 27mm
Loft: 51mm
I'm asking for USD $150, PayPal is fine and the price include tracked shipping worldwide. The brush will be sent via EMS (fast shipping service) from Tokyo Japan. It usually takes 3-5 days to arrive in the US.
If you have any questions, please send me a PM!
Front:
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Americana XL:
![[Image: fSUpRM.jpg]](http://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1280x1024q90/922/fSUpRM.jpg)
Side shot:
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Knot goodness:
![[Image: i33Gx5.jpg]](http://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1280x1024q90/922/i33Gx5.jpg)
From the top:
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Thanks for looking!
Michael
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Where To Store Brushes and Razors?
Not long after starting this "Shaving Thing" I began having problems storing things. What to do, what to do? I decided to put them on the wall. More wall than counter or cabinet area.
I found these little "inspirational" plaques at the dollar store, sayings like, "Have a GREAT day"......."Love Grows Here", junk like that. When I looked on the back, they were little shadow boxes!
So, I turn them around, I got display boxes.....![Badger]( "Badger")
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I put them all over my bathroom......![Signs011]( "Signs011")
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My Shave Den defined....![Pancarta]( "Pancarta")
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I found these little "inspirational" plaques at the dollar store, sayings like, "Have a GREAT day"......."Love Grows Here", junk like that. When I looked on the back, they were little shadow boxes!
So, I turn them around, I got display boxes.....
![[Image: CHdyagw.jpg]](http://i.imgur.com/CHdyagw.jpg)
I put them all over my bathroom......
![[Image: B0qACfk.jpg]](http://i.imgur.com/B0qACfk.jpg)
My Shave Den defined....
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Long-term brush storage
Hi, I want to store ~10 brushes (boar and badger) for my 3 sons (9, 6 and 1). What would be the best option to keep them stored for years?
I was thinking a plastic box (shoe boxes from The Container Store) with a couple of silica-gel bags to prevent mold/humidity.
Does this sound OK? Do youo have any other ideas?
Thanks!
I was thinking a plastic box (shoe boxes from The Container Store) with a couple of silica-gel bags to prevent mold/humidity.
Does this sound OK? Do youo have any other ideas?
Thanks!
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Is Straight Razor Shaving Worth It?
By the title of this post, I hope to offer some encouragement to those who may be struggling with learning to shave with a straight razor, or are on the fence about whether to "take the plunge".
First I will offer you a little background on myself. I am in my mid twenties, and picked up wet shaving a few years ago. I have been shaving with DE's since then, and was having the best shaves of my life, but I would always get a little irritation on my neck even though I would make sure to use zero pressure, because may hair literally grows in circles down there. I have always gotten irritation on my neck, and it was much less while using DE's so I was still very happy with my shaves. After spending enough time on the forums, I kept hearing that straight razor shaving was the optimal way to shave for closeness, and reducing irritation. I was a little skeptical, but I eventually decided that I needed to try it.
I did a lot of research about honing, stropping, which kind of razor to buy, etc. I knew that there could be a steep learning curve, but I decided to commit to at least 100 shaves no matter what, just to give myself a fair chance at this. I was so excited when I went and purchased my straight razor and couldn't wait until I got home that night to give it a try.
My first shave was.......TERRIBLE!!! When I purchased my razor, it was promised to be shave-ready, and pre-stropped so that all I needed to do was shave with it. Even though this was promised, my first shave was extremely uncomfortable. The razor pulled my hairs instead of cutting them. My face felt raw afterward and when I applied my aftershave my face really burned. Now in my research I had learned all about the proper angle (<30), and about how you need to use little to no pressure when making your strokes. I made sure to do that, but the reality is that even with the blade within one spine width of my face, and with using little to no pressure, the blade just tugged and pulled and it was very uncomfortable. Right then, I thought that there was something wrong with the blade.
In my research, I had often heard the story of someone thinking there was a problem with the blade, when it was really their technique that was causing issues. Being mindful of this, I decided to continue shaving with my razor for the rest of the week, allowing for some possibility that my angle wasn't really as shallow as I thought it was. Shave after shave was just awful and the results weren't getting any better. I knew for certain that my angle was not too wide, and something was obviously wrong with the blade.
I decided to sharpen the blade, and my next shave was a "game changer". What ensued was the most comfortable, irritation-free shave I have ever had! I have had several shaves in a row now that have been unbelievably good. I get zero irritation (even on my neck) and the closeness and smoothness of the shaves are unparalleled. I have sensitive skin, so the fact that I can get such close and comfortable shaves in one or two passes is a huge plus for me. With my DE, it would take 3 or 4 passes to get as close as I can with 2 on the straight razor.
I have related my experience to you to make several points. Number one is that there are many different variables that can be affecting your experience in the early going of straight razor shaving. For me, it was simply that my blade was not sharp enough, but it could be stropping, lather, technique, or a combination of all. You need to stick with it for a while and really give yourself an opportunity to correct for what might be causing you to have bad shaves with your straight. Number two is that if something feels wrong, and intuitively you sense that it is wrong,then it probably is. My razor was guaranteed to be shave ready, but it was not. Not until I sharpened it on my own did I have a razor that could cut my beard. If I would not have trusted my "gut" feeling on this, I still may be shaving with a dull blade and I would still be having terrible shaves. Number three is that even if you are using good technique (low angle and light pressure), there will probably still be a learning curve. For some it will be longer than others, but I have no doubt that if someone sticks with it, they can learn to get great shaves with a straight razor.
So is a straight razor worth it? In my opinion the answer is a huge yes. I enjoyed shaving with a DE, but for me with my skin type and facial hair type, straight razor shaving is a whole new level of comfort and pleasure. I am admittedly still a very new straight razor shaver, and I will undoubtedly learn much more in the coming years. I am excited about this, because if I am already getting the best shaves of my life (by a pretty big margin), then think of how much better it can get once I really learn what I'm doing! I hope that this encourages some of you who may be struggling. Keep at it, don't give up, and if there seems to be something wrong then do your best to address it. For those of you that are "on the fence" all I can tell you is that, in my opinion, taking the plunge is totally worth it. Just make sure to understand that it will take some time to learn and have fun with it.
First I will offer you a little background on myself. I am in my mid twenties, and picked up wet shaving a few years ago. I have been shaving with DE's since then, and was having the best shaves of my life, but I would always get a little irritation on my neck even though I would make sure to use zero pressure, because may hair literally grows in circles down there. I have always gotten irritation on my neck, and it was much less while using DE's so I was still very happy with my shaves. After spending enough time on the forums, I kept hearing that straight razor shaving was the optimal way to shave for closeness, and reducing irritation. I was a little skeptical, but I eventually decided that I needed to try it.
I did a lot of research about honing, stropping, which kind of razor to buy, etc. I knew that there could be a steep learning curve, but I decided to commit to at least 100 shaves no matter what, just to give myself a fair chance at this. I was so excited when I went and purchased my straight razor and couldn't wait until I got home that night to give it a try.
My first shave was.......TERRIBLE!!! When I purchased my razor, it was promised to be shave-ready, and pre-stropped so that all I needed to do was shave with it. Even though this was promised, my first shave was extremely uncomfortable. The razor pulled my hairs instead of cutting them. My face felt raw afterward and when I applied my aftershave my face really burned. Now in my research I had learned all about the proper angle (<30), and about how you need to use little to no pressure when making your strokes. I made sure to do that, but the reality is that even with the blade within one spine width of my face, and with using little to no pressure, the blade just tugged and pulled and it was very uncomfortable. Right then, I thought that there was something wrong with the blade.
In my research, I had often heard the story of someone thinking there was a problem with the blade, when it was really their technique that was causing issues. Being mindful of this, I decided to continue shaving with my razor for the rest of the week, allowing for some possibility that my angle wasn't really as shallow as I thought it was. Shave after shave was just awful and the results weren't getting any better. I knew for certain that my angle was not too wide, and something was obviously wrong with the blade.
I decided to sharpen the blade, and my next shave was a "game changer". What ensued was the most comfortable, irritation-free shave I have ever had! I have had several shaves in a row now that have been unbelievably good. I get zero irritation (even on my neck) and the closeness and smoothness of the shaves are unparalleled. I have sensitive skin, so the fact that I can get such close and comfortable shaves in one or two passes is a huge plus for me. With my DE, it would take 3 or 4 passes to get as close as I can with 2 on the straight razor.
I have related my experience to you to make several points. Number one is that there are many different variables that can be affecting your experience in the early going of straight razor shaving. For me, it was simply that my blade was not sharp enough, but it could be stropping, lather, technique, or a combination of all. You need to stick with it for a while and really give yourself an opportunity to correct for what might be causing you to have bad shaves with your straight. Number two is that if something feels wrong, and intuitively you sense that it is wrong,then it probably is. My razor was guaranteed to be shave ready, but it was not. Not until I sharpened it on my own did I have a razor that could cut my beard. If I would not have trusted my "gut" feeling on this, I still may be shaving with a dull blade and I would still be having terrible shaves. Number three is that even if you are using good technique (low angle and light pressure), there will probably still be a learning curve. For some it will be longer than others, but I have no doubt that if someone sticks with it, they can learn to get great shaves with a straight razor.
So is a straight razor worth it? In my opinion the answer is a huge yes. I enjoyed shaving with a DE, but for me with my skin type and facial hair type, straight razor shaving is a whole new level of comfort and pleasure. I am admittedly still a very new straight razor shaver, and I will undoubtedly learn much more in the coming years. I am excited about this, because if I am already getting the best shaves of my life (by a pretty big margin), then think of how much better it can get once I really learn what I'm doing! I hope that this encourages some of you who may be struggling. Keep at it, don't give up, and if there seems to be something wrong then do your best to address it. For those of you that are "on the fence" all I can tell you is that, in my opinion, taking the plunge is totally worth it. Just make sure to understand that it will take some time to learn and have fun with it.
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WTS: ATT SE2; Gillette #66 Aristocrat
I'd like to sell the following items via Paypal in the continental U.S. All prices include Paypal fees and shipping first-class post. PM me with your interest, please, and thank you for looking. Cy
1. Above the Tie SE2, version 1. I am the second owner and the razor remains in excellent condition. The package will include the original box and foam insert as shown. Original price: $185 Here: $110
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2. Gillette Aristocrat #66. Rhodium plating is very good across the entire razor save one spot on the TTO shaft that I've shown in the photos. TTO mechanism is smooth and the doors open cleanly. The case is in good condition though the hinge no longer operates as it did when new. Blue blades and cardboard insert come with the package as shown below. Original price: not certain. Price here: $110
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1. Above the Tie SE2, version 1. I am the second owner and the razor remains in excellent condition. The package will include the original box and foam insert as shown. Original price: $185 Here: $110
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2. Gillette Aristocrat #66. Rhodium plating is very good across the entire razor save one spot on the TTO shaft that I've shown in the photos. TTO mechanism is smooth and the doors open cleanly. The case is in good condition though the hinge no longer operates as it did when new. Blue blades and cardboard insert come with the package as shown below. Original price: not certain. Price here: $110
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WTB Rubberset 400
Am looking for either a model 4 or without stamp at a gentlemanly price for restoration purposes. Would like to switch out the knot with a Shavemac 2 Band in fan and dont want to feel guilty that I am cutting up a good knot.
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Thater Boar + Semogue Boar
Boar experiment over. The Thater sells for $85 and is excluded from promos. The Semogue sells for $24. Both of these for $75 shipped in the US.
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SilkSmoke synthetic brush
Now that the SilkSmoke knot has been installed in a new leadwood handle finished with deep CA, created at my request by Vladimir Ferdman, I'm a very happy camper. I used it this morning for the first time. It has a bit more backbone than the Monster I've been using for the past few days. Soft and smooth on the face. Not a lather hog. Makes a great lather with shaving cream. I haven't used it with a soap yet, but I have high hopes (as usual). ![[Image: icon_smile.gif]]()
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WTB: UFO handle
Looking for a UFO handle. Preferably a colibri but open to any.
Thanks for looking.
Carmine
Thanks for looking.
Carmine
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Upgrade from EJ DE 89 razor?
I've used and enjoyed several Edwin Jagger DE 89 series razors for years, but am curious what reasonably priced upgrades might improve my shaving experience. Please share some suggestions that you think I should consider. Thanks!
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WTB Barrister & Mann Rhapsody set
Hello Gents,
I’m looking to purchase Barrister & Mann Rhapsody soap
And splash set. Doesn’t have to be new, lightly used is just fine. Please message me with what you would let go of.
Thanks!
I’m looking to purchase Barrister & Mann Rhapsody soap
And splash set. Doesn’t have to be new, lightly used is just fine. Please message me with what you would let go of.
Thanks!
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WTS M&F 2XL's
Selling 2 M&F2XL's . Brushes are used but are in perfect condition . Selling the Lapis Blue and Silver Pearl brushes , the Moonjava is not up for sale right now . Brushes retail for $210 each, I'm selling them for $185 each shipped CONUS . Take both for $350 . Brushes have great backbone with nice scrub . No scritch at all .
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