Austin, TX Meetup

[msandoval858]

Gents,

A few of us here in Austin are considering putting together a meetup for wet shavers in the area or anyone who cares to join us. We hosted a gathering back in 2008 and had a great time despite the mistake on my part of planning on graduation weekend.

No specifics are planned yet, but we are shooting for Saturday March 6th. Depending on how many might be able to make, we're hoping to put together a lunch, maybe a chance to swap some shaving wares, maybe some razor honing discussions/demonstrations or whatever you're interested in. Definately open to suggestions.

Drop me a PM if you might be interested. We had a lot of fun last time and would love to make it better this go around!

[richmondesi]

March 6th, huh?... maybe

[texbilly]

Mike, count me tentative!

[Spivey]

I'm in, if work allows. Sounds like fun.

[Mr. Scruffy]

I'm interested...

[msandoval858]

As we work on getting this planned I'll be getting more info out. We already have one vendor committed to attend and there will be some door prizes and other little goodies to share :thumbup1:

[superspot]

sounds good to me :thumbup:

[Scorpio]

I'm in of course.

Raf

[Sullybob]

I'm interested. It would be great to put faces with names.

[cfriend]

I'm in!... oh, wait :sad:

[Austin]

I'm in!... oh, wait :sad:

Is Tallahassee south of Houston? :laugh:

[cfriend]

Is Tallahassee south of Houston? :laugh:

Just a hair east, too. :biggrin1:

[Sueto]

I think I could probably make the meet up.

I'd be interested in possible swapping some wares as well as learning from some others.

[teh tardnoggle]

I actually just moved back to Austin, and I just started learning my way around a DE. I can't commit for sure because I have a ton going on early march but it would be interesting!

[DrumDawg]

would love to participate, but I am hosting a percussion festival that day

[Captain Morgan]

I will put in for a tenative maybe on this one. I have plenty of reasons to go to Austin but my wife may not want me to travel that weekend since I will be heading back to work a few days later. Plus, she is not real keen on 4 hour road trips.....maybe I can work this from a different angle though......:idea:

[msandoval858]

Just an update:

We're working on getting a location for the meet nailed down here soon. I am thinking that something like a BBQ joint would appeal to the wider audience.. and we have some good ones here in Austin that I think would be accomodating to us. Plus that will be relatively inexpensive for everyone. If you have suggestions, make them now!

I'm also working on getting another vendor involved that might like to join us. Last time we had a good turnout and everyone got to take home some goodies to enjoy. Hoping we can top it this go around.

Again, if you are interested in please let me know so I can start getting an idea of how many can make it.

[Spivey]

I've put it on my calender and so far, I don't have to work that weekend! :w00t:

[Sullybob]

I'm not familiar with very many BBQ joints down town, unless their is a Rudy's downtown.

Rudy's get my vote for BBQ. I know its a chain, but I think its pretty good. A bonus is that they have huge picnic tables that can easily seat a lot of people.

[Bertilak]

I've put this on my calendar.

Here are the Rudy's BBQ locations in Austin:
http://maps.google.com/maps?rls=ig&hl=en&source=hp&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=rudy%27s+bbq+austin+locations&fb=1&gl=us&hq=rudy%27s+bbq&hnear=austin&ei=VOZyS6r6K4qa8Aa8s5yzCw&sa=X&oi=local_group&ct=image&resnum=4&ved=0CCcQtgMwAw

[TonyH]

I'd be up for this. If you're after BBQ, I might suggest the County Line on 2222. Also, it's 5 minutes from my house! :thumbup1:

[Bertilak]

I'd be up for this. If you're after BBQ, I might suggest the County Line on 2222. Also, it's 5 minutes from my house! :thumbup1:

County Line is a restaurant (waiters, etc.) whereas Rudy's is cafeteria style and less formal. Not to say County Line is too formal!

Might need reservation for a group at CL but not at Rudy's.

This is based on one visit to CL about 4-5 years ago so I may be off a bit.

[TonyH]

County Line is a restaurant (waiters, etc.) whereas Rudy's is cafeteria style and less formal. Not to say County Line is too formal!

Might need reservation for a group at CL but not at Rudy's.

This is based on one visit to CL about 4-5 years ago so I may be off a bit.

I agree, but they do have a great patio area by the water on the back side of the restaurant that would be excellent, weather permitting.

I love Rudy's though!

[mantic]

How about a Thunderclouds sub place? They probably wouldn't blink an eye at a bunch of nutty shavers. :lol:

[Sueto]

A couple other suggestions

Stubbs is downtown area

and there is always Salt Lick

[Spivey]

A couple other suggestions

Stubbs is downtown area

and there is always Salt Lick

I live 5 min from Salt Lick!

[TonyH]

How about a Thunderclouds sub place? They probably wouldn't blink an eye at a bunch of nutty shavers. :lol:

Thanks a bunch Mantic! Now I have that stupid song stuck in my head!

and i'm hungry....:biggrin1:

[Aquanin]

This is gonna be fun!!

[mantic]

Thanks a bunch Mantic! Now I have that stupid song stuck in my head!

and i'm hungry....:biggrin1:

I should've suggested a Taco Cabana. :laugh:

--Mark

[msandoval858]

Salt Lick sounds appealing to me as it's my personal favorite. The new one at the Dell Diamond in Round Rock would be easy to get to and I think they do have private areas. The one in Driftwood is the best, but it is a bit out there. Unforunately it's either way north or way south with them.

Last time we did Poke e Joes and it was ok. We had a seperate dining area and buffet line that worked out to only be like $10 a person roughly. Unfortunately, the food wasn't the best but it's the only thing that was available to us that weekend. Not bad, but not great. We'll also look in to Rudy's and Smokey Mo's, which are very similar. I think Mo's has a private dining area.

[mkevenson]

After talking with my travel agent (lovely wife), I learned that we will be in Austin Wed thru Sunday of that week. Would love to stop by at the gathering and say howdy. That is, if Kalifornians, are welcome?:w00t: Have only been to one other B&B get together, a honing class by Joel, but it was fun. Looking forward to it.

Mark

[texbilly]

Salt Lick sounds appealing to me as it's my personal favorite. The new one at the Dell Diamond in Round Rock would be easy to get to and I think they do have private areas. The one in Driftwood is the best, but it is a bit out there. Unforunately it's either way north or way south with them.

Mike, I'll cast another vote for Salt Lick. Too bad there's nothing in between and I'd agree the Driftwood location would be a bit more difficult. And yes, I live in Round Rock....:blushing:

[msandoval858]

Mike, I'll cast another vote for Salt Lick. Too bad there's nothing in between and I'd agree the Driftwood location would be a bit more difficult. And yes, I live in Round Rock....:blushing:

I live in Round Rock/Pflugerville area as well. Obviously that location works great for me as well but i know some other guys are coming from much further out :blushing:

Heck, one of our special guests will be coming all the way from NY!

[Bertilak]

Mike, I'll cast another vote for Salt Lick. Too bad there's nothing in between and I'd agree the Driftwood location would be a bit more difficult. And yes, I live in Round Rock....:blushing:

The one in Round Rock will be easy access from IH35. Just take 79 east about 4 miles.

[Spivey]

Mike, I'll cast another vote for Salt Lick. Too bad there's nothing in between and I'd agree the Driftwood location would be a bit more difficult. And yes, I live in Round Rock....:blushing:

Heh. I'm pretty sure that I'll be in the minority here, and that's ok, but I live 5 miles from the Driftwood Salt Lick. :tongue_sm

Say, I may have missed this: are we looking at a mid-day or evening meeting?

[TonyH]

He said a lunch, but didn't specify a time. I was wondering as well.

[arghblech]

I get back from a vacation the night before. If I'm in traveling shape I'll appear.

[msandoval858]

Meeting will be over lunch. Exact time will depend on restaurant availability, which Scorpio is working on when he gets a chance this week. Should have something by this weekend on that.

[mantic]

SWMBO has given me her blessing to attend, weather permitting!

[Sullybob]

SWMBO has given me her blessing to attend, weather permitting!

Weather permitting... We are supposed to get snow tomorrow. In central Texas :scared: If it sticks to the roads we are going to be in trouble.

[Brad]

I'm in again as long as I am in town. Last time was big fun.

[Scorpio]

I will be working on the location this weekend. I will wait until tomorrow to get a better idea on the number those who have expressed their desire to attend. Stay tuned.

Raf

[mantic]

I will be working on the location this weekend. I will wait until tomorrow to get a better idea on the number those who have expressed their desire to attend. Stay tuned.

Raf

http://www.alligatorgrill.com ?

[msandoval858]

Alright, we have our location selected! :thumbup:

We will be meeting at Threadgill's (north location) on Saturday March 6th at 12:30. We have a private area reserved for us to use and you are free to order whatever you want off the menu. For those not familiar, Threadgill's is the Austin institution for southern home cooking with a big menu and something for everyone.

http://www.threadgills.com/locations.cfm

A few of us will be there early to greet everyone. We also plan on having a bit of a swap meet, show and tell, whatever... so bring anything you care to share. Two vendors will be joining us as well. Lee Cantor of Lee's Razors and Charles Roberts of Enchante. I'm sure they are planning on bring some things as well.

Look forward to seeing you there!

[Bertilak]

Count me in!

[Austin]

Sounds like fun Mike. I will try to be there as well.

[texbilly]

Looks good right now, Mike. Thanks to you and Scorpio for putting it together!

[mantic]

Awright! Threadgill's Texas Black Eyed Pea Caviar FTW!

[mantic]

Those attending: I'm planning on going (weather permitting). Does anyone have a problem with me bringing my camcorder with me to record the event for a video?

--Mark

[Austin]

Those attending: I'm planning on going (weather permitting). Does anyone have a problem with me bringing my camcorder with me to record the event for a video?

--Mark

Nope. Not as long you don't film me. :laugh:

[msandoval858]

Those attending: I'm planning on going (weather permitting). Does anyone have a problem with me bringing my camcorder with me to record the event for a video?

--Mark

Go for it. I'll be bringing my DSLR to take some photos of the event as well.

[mkevenson]

I would like to join in, still don't know if Californians are welcome.

Mark

[Bertilak]

I would like to join in, still don't know if Californians are welcome.

Mark

Well, I didn't organize this thing but I know I would be happy if you came.

[msandoval858]

I would like to join in, still don't know if Californians are welcome.

Mark

All shave fanatics are welcome :lol:

[Sueto]

It looks like I can make this one.

[Spivey]

It's looking good for me as well. :thumbup1:

[Sullybob]

Its looking great for me. :thumbup:

[mkevenson]

All shave fanatics are welcome :lol:

Thank you Mike and Bob, I told my wife that she might like to come, "the menu is looking good", she says, " I don't want to sit around with a bunch of men talking about shaving" Now we have only been married for 10 yrs this June so I have to give her time to adjust, Hah!
I will be there, the good Lord willing and the creek don't rise.

Mark

[Bertilak]

I almost hate to post this, but do we have so many in attendance we should have name tags?

[Gugel]

I'm moving to Austin from NYC around mid-March. Maybe next I'll make it next year...

[Sullybob]

I almost hate to post this, but do we have so many in attendance we should have name tags?

Maybe we should wear a picture of our avatar?

[Spivey]

Maybe we should wear a picture of our avatar?

I kind of like that idea, Shawn.

[Sullybob]

I kind of like that idea, Shawn.

:lol::lol:

Yes, I really did just laugh out loud....

[msandoval858]

Maybe we should wear a picture of our avatar?

Probably would look a little funny if I showed up wearing a picture of myself :blush:

[Aquanin]

Probably would look a little funny if I showed up wearing a picture of myself :blush:

HAHAHAHAH!! You so need to do that!! :lol:

[Spivey]

Probably would look a little funny if I showed up wearing a picture of myself :blush:

Then change your avatar, sir! :tongue_sm

[TonyH]

Threadgill's, good Lord! Shaving and gluttony, all in one. I LOVE it!

[texquill]

I just found out that my wife is planning to go to a bridal shower on the 6th, so, weather permitting, I'm planning on heading to Threadgill's.

[jakespoppy]

I would love to come over for this, but we'll be coming back into town (Houston) on that day, so won't be able to make this one. Maybe next time. Hope ya'll have a great time - and I know you will!

[PCFiend138]

count me in, i might have to leave early though, if i have band practice that week.

[mkevenson]

Anyone keeping a running count on those planning on participating? We are looking forward to the trip, to the Great state of Texas.
Mark

[Sueto]

wow, this day is coming up fast. Next weekend.

[Spivey]

I'm in (officially, now). :thumbup:

[Mr. Scruffy]

Barring a major calamity, I will be there.

[Sullybob]

I was in before, and I'm still in, barring a major calamity, just like Mr. Scruffy.

[richmondesi]

Sorry guys, I'm not going to be able to make it :sad:

[Sullybob]

Sorry guys, I'm not going to be able to make it :sad:

:sad: That's a bummer.

[Spivey]

:sad: That's a bummer.

Yeah. That's a real shame, Paul.

[msandoval858]

Woohoo!! Just a little over a week away! :thumbup:

As for the details: We are at the Threadgill's North (6416 N. Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78752) in the Lonestar Room. This is a private area that seats up to 30 according to the information they provided. I haven't seen it in person yet, but should be perfect. Threadgill's was cool enough to let us use the room with no stipulations on meal minimums or menu choices. We are all free to order whatever we want and they said they will run seperate checks, so that makes those details easier. Many thanks to Aquanin for making the calls and working out this arrangement for us all.

I'm working with our vendor friends on bringing over some goodies. No details available yet, but at our last meetup Lee brought a killer goodie bag with him. I'm sure this time will be just as good if not better. I'm also hoping to put together a few good door prizes that shouldn't dissapoint. And no forum meet can be complete without some trading and show and tell.

Last time I counted we were at about 26 guys, minus a few that won't be able to make it, we should still have a great crowd.

[Austin]

Thanks Mike. It sounds like it will be an awesome event.

[TonyH]

I can't wait. I went down and picked up some GFT from Charles at Enchante this afternoon and he seems pretty excited to meet everyone. This is going to be a lot of fun!

[Sullybob]

I can't wait. I went down and picked up some GFT from Charles at Enchante this afternoon and he seems pretty excited to meet everyone. This is going to be a lot of fun!

Its going to be a great time!

[Aquanin]

5 DAYS!!! :w00t:

[Sueto]

Did I need to send a PM if I plan on attending? I have a friend that is interested in coming as well.

[texquill]

The weather forecast for Saturday indicates that it should be okay driving weather between Dallas and Austin, so I'm planning to be there.

[Sullybob]

Did I need to send a PM if I plan on attending? I have a friend that is interested in coming as well.

While I'm not the person hosting or organizing this event, I would say that the more people who show up the merrier!

[msandoval858]

I think Aquanin is communicating to Threadgill's that we are around 20 or so heads for the gathering. The agreement we have with them regarding meals and checks should make it no problem to bring a friend.

[texbilly]

Just checking in...still a 12:30 start at Threadgill's? Looking forward to it everyone!

[Sueto]

How do you guys handle the trades and such? Do people kinda post up a list before hand or just drag down what amounts to a small swap meet in a bag? heh. I have some razors and such if anyone is interested in such.

[McShannon]

Ill be in attendence if you guys dont mind a forum lurker.

[texbilly]

How do you guys handle the trades and such? Do people kinda post up a list before hand or just drag down what amounts to a small swap meet in a bag? heh. I have some razors and such if anyone is interested in such.

I've only been to one, and we all just brought in anything we wanted and either made deals or just :drool: at each other's gear.

[Mr. Scruffy]

I've only been to one, and we all just brought in anything we wanted and either made deals or just :drool: at each other's gear.

Yup. I'll be doing that again. :thumbup1:

Of course, if you're looking for something special I wouldn't see any harm in posting a "wish list" here (unless the mods say it belongs in BST).

[Aquanin]

I am going to bring of bunch of my resto'ed straights. Not many for sale/trade though. I thought it would also be cool to bring my Shumate Austin, TX razors to an Austin Meetup.

[msandoval858]

Last time no one really brought much with them. I definately want to make the swap meet part of this and future meet ups.

Lee (Lee's Razors) will also be bringing some stuff with him. And of course don't forget the door prizes. We have some nice stuff lined up. There's even rumor that someone might be going home with a free Simpsons...

12:30 Threadgill's... BE THERE :wink2:

[mkevenson]

Wow! Exciting. We are spending the night at a hotel/park minutes from the airport. Flight leaves tomorrow at 9am. Next stop AUSTIN. First visit to Texas. Looking forward to Sat. Safe travels to all.
Mark

[TonyH]

I'll be bringing some things for trade (hopefully). It'd be nice to walk/waddle away from Threadgill's with some new goodies. If anybody is thinking of bringing a strop with them, I'm looking to upgrade from my Filly. Just sayin'...

:001_tongu

[Sullybob]

I'll be brining some stuff for trade or sale too. And a couple of things for people to try/sample.

[Grizzled Veteran]

I'm interested, but I'm swamped this Saturday. If it works out this Saturday, or even if it doesn't, perhaps we could try again later, meeting at a park that has picnic tables to display items for sale or swap.

[mantic]

BTW I emailed Charles (Enchante) to see if he was going to be open before or after the gathering (since I wanted to use the opportunity to get some things as long as I was in town). He said he wasn't planning to but he would open if there was enough interest.

Getting my taste buds ready for Texas Caviar...om nom nom... :tongue_sm and bringing extra batteries and tapes for my camcorder... :001_cool:

--Mark

[mkevenson]

Good Day Gents. Only 3.25 hrs till the gathering. Was in Georgetown yesterday looking around. Found an antique shop which just happened to have some shaving goodies. Thought I would ad to the door prize collection. Should be a great day!!!!!!!!

Mark

[texquill]

I'm about to start the trek from North Dallas. I"m bringing along a few goodies, mostly Old Spice-related, for show and tell.

Pardon my ignorance, but I haven't lived in Austin since the Night Hawk was in full swing. What's Threadgill's menu specialty for lunch?

Let me know - I'll be monitoring email (when I'm stopped - not while actually driving!) along the route.

[mkevenson]

I'm about to start the trek from North Dallas. I"m bringing along a few goodies, mostly Old Spice-related, for show and tell.

Pardon my ignorance, but I haven't lived in Austin since the Night Hawk was in full swing. What's Threadgill's menu specialty for lunch?

Let me know - I'll be monitoring email (when I'm stopped - not while actually driving!) along the route.

HERE'S THE MENU; http://www.threadgills.com/menu.cfm

[Spivey]

I met yesterday with Austin (sadly, he will not be able to make it) and am now the courier charged with samples from St Charles Shave! This stuff smells great, fellas!

See you there!

[Sullybob]

I met yesterday with Austin (sadly, he will not be able to make it) and am now the courier charged with samples from St Charles Shave! This stuff smells great, fellas!

See you there!

Thats a bummer, that Austin can't make it.

I'll see you in a little while Tim.

[texbilly]

Wow, that was a blast! Gentlemen, it was a pleasure meeting all of you, putting friendly faces to names and avatars and just talking shop and life with one another.

More to come I'm sure, but I just wanted to say how very much I enjoyed the afternoon....:thumbup1:

[TonyH]

It was a pleasure to meet you Bill! I look forward to trying out my wonky new Wilkinson tonight, so thanks again!

[texbilly]

It was a pleasure to meet you Bill! I look forward to trying out my wonky new Wilkinson tonight, so thanks again!

My pleasure as well, Tony. And I'll hope the Wilkinson doesn't self-eject your blade with that crazy door! For me, it's a Cyril R. Salter French Vetiver shave in the morning...:thumbup1:

[Aquanin]

What a blast!! Glad to see and meet everyone. We will be doing that again for sure!!

[Bertilak]

Yes, it was a good time. Can't wait to see Mantic's videos! He'll probably call it "How to have a B&B Shaving Meet". Part One.

[texbilly]

What a blast!! Glad to see and meet everyone. We will be doing that again for sure!!

I hope we do soon, Russell. Thanks to you and Mike for you hard work putting it together.

[Spivey]

That was a great time, indeed!

Thanks to everyone for coming and making it such fun!

[mkevenson]

GENTLEMEN, Thank you for a warm welcome to a Kalifornian. It was a pleasure to meet you all. The wife and I are enjoying our Austin stay and for me this get together was a high point. Thanks to all the organizers and thanks for the door prizes. I must admit that my gift from Charles of the Method shaving is a bit daunting but I will figure it out. If you are ever in my neck of the woods, We welcome you. I have some stills that I will try to get to you of the group.

Mark

[mantic]

I just got home from the meetup. I think its safe to say "a good time was had by all!" :thumbup1:

--Mark

[texquill]

Gentlemen,

The get together at Threadgills was certainly a great way to spend a Saturday. Thanks to all of you who did the organizing; thanks to all of you who pitched in souvenirs; and, finally, thanks for all the great conversation and fellowship.

Unfortunately,when I was asked, "What did you buy?" I told my Immediate Supervisor the truth about not being able to resist Lee's Simpsons 2 band, so my welcome home after a 400+ mile round trip was a little chilly!:sad:


http://i370.photobucket.com/albums/oo149/texquill/DSC00021.jpg

[mkevenson]

Ken, glad you had the opportunity to purchase a special brush. The chills will heat soon, I suspect. You are a gentleman.

[richmondesi]

Sounds like a blast. Too bad I couldn't make it. Hopefully the next one :thumbup1:

[texbilly]

Gentlemen,

The get together at Threadgills was certainly a great way to spend a Saturday. Thanks to all of you who did the organizing; thanks to all of you who pitched in souvenirs; and, finally, thanks for all the great conversation and fellowship.

Unfortunately,when I was asked, "What did you buy?" I told my Immediate Supervisor the truth about not being able to resist Lee's Simpsons 2 band, so my welcome home after a 400+ mile round trip was a little chilly!:sad:


A pleasure to meet you, Ken!
As for your new brush and its affect on domestic climate....it'll pass <I hope>.
And I can only hope my last-minute purchase of Lee's last Simpson 90th Anniversary brush (thanks again, Lee!!) will do no lasting harm at texbilly's house...:tongue_sm <we'll see>

[texbilly]

Sounds like a blast. Too bad I couldn't make it. Hopefully the next one :thumbup1:

We missed you, Paul! Next time.

[TonyH]

And I can only hope my last-minute purchase of Lee's last Simpson 90th Anniversary brush (thanks again, Lee!!) will do no lasting harm at texbilly's house...:tongue_sm <we'll see>

Somehow I thought Lee would get you to part with some cash today Bill! :thumbup1:

[texquill]

And I can only hope my last-minute purchase of Lee's last Simpson 90th Anniversary brush (thanks again, Lee!!) will do no lasting harm at texbilly's house...:tongue_sm <we'll see>

All I can say, Bill, is that I spent a while teetering back and forth between the two brushes - and, as happy as I am with the T2, while I was driving home I still had a lot of remorse because of not stepping up to the Anniversary brush.

Congratulations! :thumbup:

[Sueto]

I had a great time at the meet up. It was nice to put some faces to the board names. I met a great group of guys and hope to maybe do this again in the future. Some neat stuff was passed around. I enjoyed looking at the straight razors that Russell had there. The scales were just awesome.

Thanks Mike and Russell for putting that together. Thanks Lee for the freebies and great deals of the day. I was really tempted to pick up that Tulip... but I graciously accepted the Simpsons Colonel door prize instead :w00t:

[Mr. Scruffy]

Holy cow!!! That was fun!!! :w00t:

Bill, good to see you again.

Shawn, Tony, Tim, Ken, Russell, Mike and Mike, Mark and Mark... great to meet all you guys!

And Robert!

Charles and Lee - thanks for coming by and handing out those wonderful prizes.

Mike and Russell - thanks for the idea of meeting up making the arrangements.

Ken - thanks for sharing some of your Old Spice treasure trove :001_tt1:

I know two guys who will be whipping up some righteous lather tomorrow with their anniversay Simpsons! :thumbup1:

Mark, when do we see the video?

and Paul?


Paul who? :lol:

[richmondesi]

Holy cow!!! That was fun!!! :w00t:

Bill, good to see you again.

Shawn, Tony, Tim, Ken, Russell, Mike and Mike, Mark and Mark... great to meet all you guys!

Charles and Lee - thanks for coming by and handing out those wonderful prizes.

Mike and Russell - thanks for the idea of meeting up making the arrangements.

Ken - thanks for sharing some of your Old Spice treasure trove :001_tt1:

I know two guys who will be whipping some lather tomorrow with their anniversay Simpsons! :thumbup1:

Mark, when do we see the video?

and Paul?


Paul who? :lol:
:ohmy:
:sad:
:crying:
:c17:

[Sueto]

Oh I forgot about Charles' freebies! 3 lucky people got method sample kits. Did it have the tonic and conditioner in there as well?

[Mr. Scruffy]

:ohmy:
:sad:
:crying:
:c17:

Oh, allright....

We missed you Paul. :rolleyes1

We really did. :rolleyes5

You're the only thing that would have made the meetup better than it was. :ciappa:

Russell had some really cool straights. You would have liked them.

[texbilly]

Oh, allright....

We missed you Paul. :rolleyes1

We really did. :rolleyes5

You're the only thing that would have made the meetup better than it was. :ciappa:

Russell had some really cool straights. You would have liked them.

Especially that WICKED turquoise number - I was a little intimidated holding it! :ohmy:

[richmondesi]

Oh, allright....

We missed you Paul. :rolleyes1

We really did. :rolleyes5

You're the only thing that would have made the meetup better than it was. :ciappa:

Russell had some really cool straights. You would have liked them.

That didn't seem sincere at all

:a35:

[Mr. Scruffy]

Especially that WICKED turquoise number - I was a little intimidated holding it! :ohmy:

:a47::drool::a47:

[Sullybob]

It was great to meet you all. I really had a great time talking shop and checking out each others gear.

Ken, I ended with the Simpson's 2 band as well. I didn't get a chilly reception though. Thank you for the Old Spice sample.


Thanks to Mike and Russell for the meeting and making the arrangements.

Lee and Charles, thank you guys for coming and bringing such nice door prizes.

Harry, thanks for letting me test drive Hammon Bouquet, among other things.

[Sullybob]

Especially that WICKED turquoise number - I was a little intimidated holding it! :ohmy:

That was nice!

[Mr. Scruffy]

That didn't seem sincere at all

:a35:


:winkiss::winkiss::winkiss:

[richmondesi]

note to self: change "anytime list"...

[Mr. Scruffy]

note to self: change "anytime list"...


note to self: work on the "sincerity" thing.



Hey.... Aren't you supposed to be doing "stuff" with SWMBO? :confused1

[richmondesi]

note to self: work on the "sincerity" thing.



Hey.... Aren't you supposed to be doing "stuff" with SWMBO? :confused1

done it... just got home a couple of hours ago.

[mantic]

Mark, when do we see the video?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tj3i6MCgqug

[richmondesi]

Nice video!

I've been looking for one of those Shumates made in Austin (the ones I always find are from St. Louis)

[msandoval858]

Thanks everyone who came to hang out with us! We had a great time. Many thanks to Lee and Chas for coming out providing some goods to share with everyone. A big thank you to Russell for helping me put this together and making the meet a success. We certainly hope to do more of these in the future.

[Mr. Scruffy]

Thanks, Mark.

And thanks again Mike and Russell.

[Aquanin]

I think i own all of them :001_tt2:


Nice video!

I've been looking for one of those Shumates made in Austin (the ones I always find are from St. Louis)

[Sue]

Great to see the video, thank you!
Sue

[brianw]

Watching that video I have never seen so many men with bad shaves :confused1:confused1:confused1 just kidding.... It's great to see the faces behind the screen names

[texquill]

Mark, thanks so much for staying up late and working on the video.

Another Mantic classic!

[mkevenson]

Oh I forgot about Charles' freebies! 3 lucky people got method sample kits. Did it have the tonic and conditioner in there as well?

I was one of "the lucky ones" to have received Charles kit. I really am not sure what is in there, not that I haven't looked , but What is that stuff? I will watch the video and find out.
GREAT video, thanks, Mark. What a pleasure to see the enthusiasm in these hard times. My hats off to you gentlemen.

Mark

[johnniegold]

That looked like alot of fun. Thanks for sharing the vid.

[Antique Hoosier]

What a great group of guys! Great video Mark! Wonderful to put faces with those B&B members... I would have loved to have been there as it looked like a great oppotunity to forge friendships and socialize with likeminded folks!

[texquill]

What a great group of guys! Great video Mark! Wonderful to put faces with those B&B members... I would have loved to have been there as it looked like a great oppotunity to forge friendships and socialize with likeminded folks!

AND to spend money - there were some irresistible opportunities! :001_smile

[Scorpio]

Thanks to all of you for coming to the meet. A great time was had by all. I'm glad to have met all of you guys. Thanks to Mark for the great video and I'm sure there will be some photos coming soon.

See you all soon....


Raf

[Aquanin]

Ohh and Mark (mantic), I tried your hard water MWF lathering technique this morning...and lo and behold...we have serious lather!!! Thank you, I have been trying to do that for a while!!!

[bvilchez]

Looks like you all had a great time

[richmondesi]

I think i own all of them :001_tt2:

That's not very nice...

[DunEdinRanger]

Thanks for posting the video!

[Sullybob]

What a great group of guys! Great video Mark! Wonderful to put faces with those B&B members... I would have loved to have been there as it looked like a great opportunity to forge friendships and socialize with likeminded folks!

It really was Mike.


AND to spend money - there were some irresistible opportunities! :001_smile

There were some great opportunities for sure!

[SmoovD]

Very cool. I had actually made plans to drive down for the day but had a last minute meeting screw that all up.

Looks like a great time was had by all.

[Austin]

Gents, my apologies for not making the meet. Nevertheless, it looks like you all had an awesome time. I enjoyed Mantic's video. I will be at the next one.

[mothoc]

It was nice to meet you guys this past Saturday. I had a great time hanging out with and meeting y'all. Thanks to Mike and Russell for organizing the whole thing, and thanks to everyone who brought things to show off.

[mantic]

Thanks to all of you for coming to the meet. A great time was had by all. I'm glad to have met all of you guys. Thanks to Mark for the great video and I'm sure there will be some photos coming soon.

See you all soon....


Raf

Raf, you know, I just realized I didn't include you in the "introductions" part of my video (other than the brief bit with you & Charles). I formally, publicly apologize for my oversight. :blushing: :blink: :huh: :sad:

[Austin]

Raf, you know, I just realized I didn't include you in the "introductions" part of my video (other than the brief bit with you & Charles). I formally, publicly apologize for my oversight. :blushing: :blink: :huh: :sad:

Raf prefers anonymity. :001_cool:

[texquill]

When Charles made his presentation to us last Saturday, he spent some time talking about a beautiful German DE razor that one of the guys had brought.

What's the manufacturer and model of the razor?

Thanks!

[Sueto]

It is a PILS 101NE. That one had a matte finish. The one I had brought was the PILS 118NN. Polished plated head and caps.

You can check them out here:
http://gentlemensbest.com/SafetyRazors.aspx

[texquill]

It is a PILS 101NE. That one had a matte finish. The one I had brought was the PILS 118NN. Polished plated head and caps.

You can check them out here:
http://gentlemensbest.com/SafetyRazors.aspx

Thanks Michael. It truly is a beautiful piece of equipment!

[texbilly]

It is a PILS 101NE. That one had a matte finish. The one I had brought was the PILS 118NN. Polished plated head and caps.

You can check them out here:
http://gentlemensbest.com/SafetyRazors.aspx

Dang it, Michael - I didn't get a chance to see yours! The all-stainless model I brought along (thanks to another Michael) is gorgeous but I've also admired the 118NN from afar (for now). Impressive examples of German engineering and design, aren't they? :001_cool:

[Sueto]

Dang it, Michael - I didn't get a chance to see yours! The all-stainless model I brought along (thanks to another Michael) is gorgeous but I've also admired the 118NN from afar (for now). Impressive examples of German engineering and design, aren't they? :001_cool:

They are indeed. So much so that I have got some razors that going to end up on BST :blushing: I think they give a great shave. I find it easy to maneuver as well. I don't find it aggressive by any means, it might even be considered mild. I just find it a smooth, well balanced shaver.

[ofelas]

Nice video, and seeing the Threadgills on Lamar made me realize it's been a couple years since I've been in Austin!
Great to put faces to names, and looks like a good time was had by all!:thumbup1:

[mkevenson]

Sorry that it has taken so long, but we just arrived home last night. Really enjoyed our visit to Texas and the B&B Austin meetup. Here are some stills of people and goods. Perhaps someone more familiar with the members names can add id. Thank you for showing me all the hospitality that gentlemen from Texas have to offer. I will not forget!!!!

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb212/mkevenson/texas%20BB%20meetup/texastrip012.jpg

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb212/mkevenson/texas%20BB%20meetup/texastrip016.jpg

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb212/mkevenson/texas%20BB%20meetup/texastrip018.jpg

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb212/mkevenson/texas%20BB%20meetup/texastrip014.jpg

http://i209.photobucket.com/albums/bb212/mkevenson/texas%20BB%20meetup/texastrip015.jpg

[NatJag]

We can even see one of Mantics videos in progress there.

[gaj90027]

Looks like ya'll had a blast :w00t:

Hope to make it out for one of these some time.