Hey MODERATORS! This one is for you

[BillEllis]

I am convinced that the mods around here have a deep-seated conviction to help other folk on this forum without benefiting very much in a tangible way. I am doing this to make up for them having to put up with yahoo's with flowery tongues like me who often increase their Tums intake.

I have a three-piece vintage Gillette razor that I used to practice my engraving technique. I am going to give it away to a moderator. I want any of them who are interested in having this DE. It will be free, including shipping costs. All they have to do is say, "I'm in!" on this thread. On April 23rd, I will take all who have said, "I'm in!" and draw a name from the entries out of a hat.

This one is just for moderators, fellas. Maybe I'll come up with something for the rest of you DE guys some time down the road.

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[PanchoVilla]

Wow, Very nice Bill. I'm no mod, nor did I sleep at a Holiday Inn, but I had to comment on the fine work. :thumbup1:

[Rubrum]

wonderful!

So... how do I become a mod?

[shanman]

Oof, gorgeously intriguing! I'd love to have that done to my open comb TTO Sheraton with all the gold worn off the top!

[the fnger genius]

That is beautiful. I'd love to have something similar done on one of my old Gillettes. Are you taking orders? Good enough to get me to post for the 1st time.

[SiBurning]

wonderful!

So... how do I become a mod?

First you have to lose any sense of self and get to such a selfless point that you're agonizing over whether it's even proper to take advantage of B&B by responding to such a generous offer. I bet 6 of them have already seen this thread and are sitting around biting their tongues and fingers waiting for someone else--anyone else--to respond and say I'm in, but not them.

Or is there a ball game on?

[truegreen]

Wow, this is just amazing!
I am not a mod, I have not seen anything like this before in a razor... very nice! Perfect for the well deserved mods out there :thumbup1:

[BigFoot]

First you have to lose any sense of self and get to such a selfless point that you're agonizing over whether it's even proper to take advantage of B&B by responding to such a generous offer. I bet 6 of them have already seen this thread and are sitting around biting their tongues and fingers waiting for someone else--anyone else--to respond and say I'm in, but not them.

Or is there a ball game on?
I was thinking the same thing Steve. They do a great job never asking anything in return. Come on MODS jump on this we all want you to.

[TYdeFan05]

EDIT: I'm dumb

[brianw]

awwwwww gosh....................

Bill that is such a nice offer....but for me it would go to waste.....

Only use SE's and straights........

But thanks guys for making me blush.......

[superbleu]

Great gesture Bill, and some really nice looking engraving work.

I applaud you and all of our great mods on the board.

[the.village.idiot]

This, IMHO, is awesome... talk about personalizing a razor... would love to have one done myself... keep me in mind if you decide to market your services!

[Walter Sobchak]

Bill, once again, you prove that you're THE MAN!

C'mon Mods, jump in! You all deserve to get some PIF love, too!

[Blue58]

1. Are you taking orders?
2. Are their limitations to what you can do (size permitting) or are you restricted to certain templates? For instance, what about that chick I see on all the mud flaps on trucks ( :w00t: )



First you would need to get in line behind the 2000 others wanting one and then you need to have a small dump truck full of large denomination bills as a down payment to get on the waiting list for one of Bill's magnificent pieces of art. :lol:

Anyone that has been on B&B for any time knows Bill's work is nothing less than perfection and a true work of art. :thumbup:

[Sledgehammer39]

That looks awesome. :thumbup:

[Drybonz]

Wow... that is such a cool idea for a pif and a really nice engraving! Way to go Bill!

Go get it mods!

[drews50]

Man, that's one nice looking cap. Nice PIF

[franz]

No mods taking the plunge yet? :tongue_sm

Think of how sad Bill will be... all his beautiful (and I mean beautiful) engraving gone to waste...

[Pkrankow]

Extra awesome! That is a sweet engraving.

If nobody jumps in by tomorrow I would be surprised. They are probably debating this behind the scenes already on how best to proceed.

Phil

[Pbalkan]

I'm a mod-ern person and have mod-erate habits. I've mod-ified my lifestyle as I grew older. I was never an English "rocker" so I guess that would make me a "mod." Does any of this work? :001_rolle

[Don Barbiere]

Now that is niiice!:thumbup:

[SmoovD]

My hat is off to you, Bill. Well done. Beautiful carving work on the head.

[ERVARGASNY]

So count me in also :w00t:

But Seriously, Nice of you do to this for the Mods, I'm sure they will appreciate it.

[TYdeFan05]

First you would need to get in line behind the 2000 others wanting one and then you need to have a small dump truck full of large denomination bills as a down payment to get on the waiting list for one of Bill's magnificent pieces of art. :lol:

Anyone that has been on B&B for any time knows Bill's work is nothing less than perfection and a true work of art. :thumbup:


I edited my post before your response, but thanks nonetheless. I know someone getting married who fits the description of someone with access to both small dump trucks and large denomination bills (I have access to neither :tongue_sm ) who was asking me for "one of a kind groomsmen gift ideas". I've been here a little while, but you never know when someone might be willing to take on a little more work...for prices I could never afford :001_smile

[grump]

C'mon Mods, jump in! You all deserve to get some PIF love, too!

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Bill, what a very nice gesture and a great looking offering.

[SHO32]

From what I'm seeing, he is trying to give away a beautiful razor, and can't even do that. Come on Mod's. You deserve it, there is a time to be humble but here is a small token as a payment for your services.

[ouch]

Another classic example of both sterling workmanship and largesse from the hand of Bill Ellis.

Although I qualify, I'll pass. I have plenty of razors to choose from, but, more importantly, I'd rather see another mod nab it.


Great offer! :thumbup1:

[alex2363]

well, I'm thinking of becoming a Mod, i still need 1 more year of online Mod school( University of Mods), can i still get in?:sod::jump:

[ovrmnjake]

Still no mods to jump in on this? Craziness! Complete and utter craziness!

[professorchaos]

That is purty enough to make me use a DE from time to time.

[brianw]

You know I have been thinking about this.... Bill what a generous and truly a heartfelt offer... That razor is so well done and just astounding.....it is enough to force me to steal some DE blades from the wife and DE shave at least once a week....

I'M IN

Edit: I'm echoing Phil on this (see post below) name your favorite charity for me as well...

[luvmysuper]

An amazing example of the craftsmanship that IS Bill Ellis.
An amazing example of the caring generosity that IS Bill Ellis.

I'm in!

EDIT: Bill, as a sign of appreciation, please tell us a Charity which you are fond of, and win or lose I'll make a donation to that Charity.

[Suzuki]

Another classic example of both sterling workmanship and largesse from the hand of Bill Ellis.

Although I qualify, I'll pass. I have plenty of razors to choose from, but, more importantly, I'd rather see another mod nab it.


Great offer! :thumbup1:

Thanks for clearing the way for me - I'm in!

Bill - this is another amazing example of your craftsmanship and generosity (not to mention that this is one of the best shaving razors Gillette ever made!).

Thanks for thinking of us!

EDIT: Win or lose, I will make a donation to a charity of your choosing.

[Austin]

Count me in Bill. I'm always a fan of your work. :thumbup1:

[honed]

A NEW engraved by Bill, now we're talkin'!!

[kelebekcc]

woww :thumbup1:

[joshmpdx]

Absolutely stunning work Bill!

I've already had a chance experience your generosity first hand when the traveling razor hit the sky... an now i have the opportunity to do so again? Thank you, count me in!

[Mr. Scruffy]

Thank you for such a wonderful gesture, Mr. Ellis. :thumbup:

I have been a moderator for only two weeks and haven't yet put in the hard work to hold a candle to my brother mods. It wouldn't be fair for me to claim eligibility. I'm out.

However, like my brother mods I too will make a contribution to the charity of Mr. Ellis's choosing in appreciation of his kindness.

[BillEllis]

Thank you for such a wonderful gesture, Mr. Ellis. :thumbup:

I have been a moderator for only two weeks and haven't yet put in the hard work to hold a candle to my brother mods. It wouldn't be fair for me to claim eligibility. I'm out.

However, like my brother mods I too will make a contribution to the charity of Mr. Ellis's choosing in appreciation of his kindness.
Two weeks or no, I have witnessed the help you always give to others. You belong in this chance giveaway. Please reconsider. Never mind, you're in whether you like it or not... :001_smile

[mdunn]

An amazing example of the craftsmanship that IS Bill Ellis.
An amazing example of the caring generosity that IS Bill Ellis.

I'm in!

EDIT: Bill, as a sign of appreciation, please tell us a Charity which you are fond of, and win or lose I'll make a donation to that Charity.

I'll do the same. Name your charity of choice, mate.

I'm in!! :w00t:

[_JP_]

Really nice! You might start a new fad for custom razor work.

But I am curious about something. How does it shave? My guess is the head might glide as easily as a smooth surface. Have you tried a shave with it?

[alex2363]

Count me in Bill. I'm always a fan of your work. :thumbup1:

i thought you only loved watches:lol::thumbup1:

[ouch]

Donations made to The Human Fund and The Weehawken Home for Wayward Girls. :thumbup1:

[Austin]

Donations made to The Human Fund and The Weehawken Home for Wayward Girls. :thumbup1:

My choice would have been to Rick's school of pole dancers. :laugh:

[Mr. Scruffy]

Two weeks or no, I have witnessed the help you always give to others. You belong in this chance giveaway. Please reconsider. Never mind, you're in whether you like it or not... :001_smile

Sir, yes sir!
:ouch1:

[BillEllis]

You guys are really kind to offer a donation to a charity of my choice. I have one that I feel is especially important.

Dogtown (http://www.bestfriends.org/atthesanctuary/animals/dogs.cfm)

Thank you, truly, thank you...

[luvmysuper]

You guys are really kind to offer a donation to a charity of my choice. I have one that I feel is especially important.

Dogtown (http://www.bestfriends.org/atthesanctuary/animals/dogs.cfm)

Thank you, truly, thank you...

Roger wilco

[TimmyBoston]

That's beautiful Bill. Thanks. :thumbup1:

[brianw]

Gotcha Bill....:thumbup1:

[AACJ]

I'm in as well.....ugh!!

[Mr. Scruffy]

You guys are really kind to offer a donation to a charity of my choice. I have one that I feel is especially important.

Dogtown (http://www.bestfriends.org/atthesanctuary/animals/dogs.cfm)

Thank you, truly, thank you...

Done! :biggrin1:

[joshmpdx]

Excellent Bill, i have not seen Dog Town before.

Thank you for raising awareness.:thumbup1:

[BillEllis]

Looks like we're down to about a 10% chance of winning.

I have the following moderators entered:

professorchaos
brianw
luvmysuper
Suzuki
Austin
joshmpdx
Mr.Scruffy
mdunn
TimmyBoston
AACJ


Any more? Better jump in quick before it's too late. So that no one doubts my choice, here's what I want to do. Each moderator will be assigned a number. I won't want to know what the number is. This is accomplished by someone else picking them for me. I will use a random generator to pick one of the "numbers" and announce it. The person who has the number will come forward on the thread, claiming ownership.

Now, to assign the number. I'd like superbleu to assign any number to each mod and notify each one of them what their number is. I pick superbleu because I really trust him to be honest. Then, superbleu will just give me the numbers only for each of the contestants. The numbers can be random and not in sequence. I'll generate the winner on the 23rd, not even knowing myself who has won until they come forward to claim the razor.

I was going to suggest using the "Chat" room on the 23rd to make the announcement, but that won't be possible, it looks like. I tried to figure out how it worked and punched the Chat tab and I got a separate screen telling me I was banned. For a second, I thought maybe the link somehow was connected to srp.:laugh:

[superbleu]

I'm on board Bill.

Let me know when to start picking numbers.


Good luck to all the Great moderators here.

[superbleu]

I have sent all 10 of the mods their individual numbers, and I have sent Bill a list of all the numbers but no names.

[Jon1944]

That is one of the most beautiful razors I've ever seen!

[Austin]

I was going to suggest using the "Chat" room on the 23rd to make the announcement, but that won't be possible, it looks like. I tried to figure out how it worked and punched the Chat tab and I got a separate screen telling me I was banned. For a second, I thought maybe the link somehow was connected to srp.:laugh:

:lol::lol::lol:

[JBagKY]

Obviously I am not a mod, but I just wanted to comment what a great idea and I am glad that they finally jumped on this exquisite piece of shaving gear. I am also amazed by their unwillingness to just accept a gift but their desire to give back to something that Bill holds dear, Dogtown (http://www.bestfriends.org/atthesanctuary/animals/dogs.cfm).

This is just another reason that I am thankful to be considered part of this community and why no one else really gets what a great group of people are on here.

[BillEllis]

Superbleu was on this like lather on a Kent. Thanks Mr. B...

Here are the numbers that I have to generate a winner.

361
791
646
593
960
864
230
580
427
390

I will engrave something similar for the first person who guesses the winning number. Post your guess here. One guess per member. Only the first correct guess wins. That means 10 of you have a shot. Paying attention to this thread gives you a lead in the chance to win. Superbleu, you can participate in this one too.

Additionally, I will afford the winner of this safety razor an alternative prize. If he so chooses, the winner can pass the razor off to the runner up and he, instead, can have the opportunity to buy the second custom razor from the top in the following pic when I finish it in the coming weeks. I can give a price range to the winner before he makes the decision. Here is the pic of the customs.

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=136878&d=1292710220

[Mr5x5]

427

[superbleu]

Awesome. I thought maybe I wouldn't be eligible.

my guess

791


Thank you again Mr. Ellis.

[Obiwan]

864.

Fantastic work by the way on that razor. Also, huge fan of animal rescue causes. Thanks for posting the link.

[nole1]

I would venture a guess ans say 593. Your razors always look incredible Bill!

[bakerbarber]

230
:tongue_sm

[grump]

646

Thank you for the opportunity. I enjoy looking at your work and reading your posts.

[danjared]

580 is my guess.

[orchestrion]

I'll guess 960. Bill, you might call what you did "practicing" or "messing around," but I don't think I'll ever be able to do something that awesome in my life. Nice work!

[brothers]

361

[Intrigued]

390

[dmcconnell]

Very cool - what a wonderful gesture. The mods deserve more than they get...

[Intrigued]

Thanks for the opportunity to win one of your engraved razors. Your work is truly awesome. :thumbup:


Win or lose I will also make a donation to Dogtown.

[Merkur25]

My guess is 960

Nice PIF Bill!

[proxymoron]

Beautiful.

[BillEllis]

My guess is 960

Nice PIF Bill!

Thanks, but... oops. All the numbers are taken.

[mandoman]

that is very nice :thumbup1:

[mdunn]

Holy cow bill! You've outdone yourself. Not only a shot at that awesome DE, but the chance to lay hands on one of your amazing razors - something i have coveted often from afar. Even if I'm not picked (although fingers crossed I am), you are a gentleman and a scholar and I thank you.

[BillEllis]

Well...

I really was going to use the Chat later in the day to do this, but when I click on the "Chat" tab, I really am told that I'm "banned". So, either the chat thingie doesn't work, or somebody who has the control doesn't like me much. :glare:

So, here we are. The winner, as you can see is #791. If that person will come forward, announce his acceptance, we'll get this thing a-goin'.

That also means, I will do something similar for superbleu. That could have been suspicious if we had done this another way... :laugh:

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[AACJ]

Well...

I really was going to use the Chat later in the day to do this, but when I click on the "Chat" tab, I really am told that I'm "banned". So, either the chat thingie doesn't work, or somebody who has the control doesn't like me much. :glare:


Can't you tell it's obvious I didn't win?! :mad3: :001_rolle

[luvmysuper]

We seem to be having some minor difficulties with Chat and the Software changes being made. That's expected to clear up soon.

Congrats to the winner, whomever he is!

And thanks Bill for the very generous offer you have made here, that kind of camaraderie is what sets B&B apart from any other place on the World Weird Web!

[BigFoot]

This is exciting. Which MOD is it? Or are they being there normal ornery selves and just dragging out the anticipation. :w00t:

Bong you and I need to talk in the Stewards forum, I smell a rat.:lol::lol::lol::lol:

I am just kidding congratulations to you and the unnamed MOD.

Great job Bill!!:thumbup::thumbup:

[DE_Dude]

Wow, that looks great!!!

[mdunn]

Congrats to who got it! I'm a jealous, jealous man.

[BigFoot]

Still no winner?:blink:

[brianw]

Holy Crap... I can't believe my eyes.....it's me. I never win anything !!!! Thanks Bill.... I still can't believe it.. This will make me have to put down the SE's and straights for awhile !!!!!

[Intrigued]

Congratulations Brian! That is a really beautiful razor! :thumbup:

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=157920&d=1302974377

[BigFoot]

Holy Crap... I can't believe my eyes.....it's me. I never win anything !!!! Thanks Bill.... I still can't believe it.. This will make me have to put down the SE's and straights for awhile !!!!!

Congrats Brian.:thumbup: It could not have gone to a nicer guy.:thumbup1:

(Oh wait I have been assigned to safety razors, I only have to kiss up to Phil and Chad.:lol::lol::tongue_sm)

Seriously congrats my friend.

[Greyfox]

Kudos Bill.:thumbup1:

[joshmpdx]

Bill, this one was a lot of fun, thank you!


and of course congrats Brian!!

[Mr. Scruffy]

Congratulations Brian!

And thank you Bill for a great PIF!

[eastomjac]

moderators moderators,my kingdm for a mod

[BillEllis]

I gave superbleu the same option as the winner, and that was an opportunity to purchase one of my customs instead of taking the free engraved DE.

Looks like he will get to bypass my waiting list. Not that it's that big of a deal, but it's better than a poke in the eye.

[luvmysuper]

Thanks Bill, this was a whole lot of fun.

Congrats Brian, and Superbleu on the win!

[Doc4]

I have a three-piece vintage Gillette razor that I used to practice my engraving technique.

Would that make it a 'custom' razor?

:a49:

(long story guys ... Bill will remember. :wink2:

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Beauty.

Sure, you wait until I go away on vacation ... and then ... :001_rolle

But your thoughts are much appreciated. :thumbup1:

[Suzuki]

Couldn't have gone to a better guy.

Bill - thanks for your generosity!

[BillEllis]

Well, then...

Brian decided to go for an opportunity to purchase a custom razor from me as well. Baffles me... I woulda gone for the free stuff. :001_huh: That means that the second place person, #580, wins the engraved DE.

Step forward muh-man and claim your prize. Send me your address in a PM and I'll get it off to you this week.

[BillEllis]

Beauty.

Sure, you wait until I go away on vacation ... and then ... :001_rolle

:c17:

:gun_bandana: Would that make it a custom razor?



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[Suzuki]

Well, then...

Brian decided to go for an opportunity to purchase a custom razor from me as well. Baffles me... I woulda gone for the free stuff. :001_huh: That means that the second place person, #580, wins the engraved DE.

Step forward muh-man and claim your prize. Send me your address in a PM and I'll get it off to you this week.

Hot damn, that's my lucky number - good thing my office door is closed so my co-workers don't see my goofy happy dance!

Now, the big question - whether to use the thing or just put it in a glass case and admire it!

[luvmysuper]

Hot damn, that's my lucky number - good thing my office door is closed so my co-workers don't see my goofy happy dance!

Now, the big question - whether to use the thing or just put it in a glass case and admire it!

Tough call!

And Congrats.

[Longsword]

Beauty.

In several ways.

[superbleu]

Well, then...

Brian decided to go for an opportunity to purchase a custom razor from me as well. Baffles me... I woulda gone for the free stuff. :001_huh: That means that the second place person, #580, wins the engraved DE.

Step forward muh-man and claim your prize. Send me your address in a PM and I'll get it off to you this week.

Bill this just goes to show how high of a demand there is for your fine custon straight razors.

People turn down a Hand engraved beaut of a razor just to get in line and throw down some hard cash for one of your straight razors.

I know some of you are a suspicious bunch, but I can assure you there were no shenanigans on the picking of the winners, I'm not above cheating, but Bill is a stand up as they come, believe me I have tried to by-pass his wait list by illicit manners several times only to be turned down.

[BillEllis]

Hot damn, that's my lucky number - good thing my office door is closed so my co-workers don't see my goofy happy dance!

Now, the big question - whether to use the thing or just put it in a glass case and admire it!
I'm a big believer in using the best of everything I have as often as I can. If we leave this earth only experiencing the admiration of the prize, what would be the sense of owning them in the first place? You can always go to the museum if all you just want is to gaze at the cool stuff in the case...

I'm always telling my wife, "Don't be afraid of using your most expensive perfume any time you feel like wearing it. Don't matter much if it's only to make a trip to the grocery store. The enjoyment of those things is what makes the journey through life a true pleasure.

So, when the razor arrives, break out your best brush, your best lather, and your favorite cologne. You'll enjoy the experience much more than just shaving with a razor that has a little bit of engraving on it... or looking at it in the case. :001_smile

[mlp2147]

Very nice work! Thanks for sharing.

[azmark]

I'm in!








DOH!!!!!!!!!!!





Holy Crap... I can't believe my eyes.....it's me. I never win anything !!!! Thanks Bill.... I still can't believe it.. This will make me have to put down the SE's and straights for awhile !!!!!

Congratulations Brian! I could not have thought of any other person more deserving!

[azmark]

I'm a big believer in using the best of everything I have as often as I can. If we leave this earth only experiencing the admiration of the prize, what would be the sense of owning them in the first place? You can always go to the museum if all you just want is to gaze at the cool stuff in the case...

I'm always telling my wife, "Don't be afraid of using your most expensive perfume any time you feel like wearing it. Don't matter much if it's only to make a trip to the grocery store. The enjoyment of those things is what makes the journey through life a true pleasure.

So, when the razor arrives, break out your best brush, your best lather, and your favorite cologne. You'll enjoy the experience much more than just shaving with a razor that has a little bit of engraving on it... or looking at it in the case. :001_smile

Wonderful perspective!!!!

[ouch]

I'm always telling my wife, "Don't be afraid of using your most expensive perfume any time you feel like wearing it. Don't matter much if it's only to make a trip to the grocery store. The enjoyment of those things is what makes the journey through life a true pleasure.

:ouch1:

By the way, if Chris didn't do so already, I can pm you his address. :lol:

[Suzuki]

I just wanted to let everyone know that this baby showed up today and all I can say is that it looks better in person than in the pictures.

Bill - I agree completely with your perspective and plan on loading this thing of beauty up with my favourite blade and using it for my shave tomorrow morning.

Thanks very much for this very generous gesture - this beauty will take pride of place in my very modest collection.

[BillEllis]

I just wanted to let everyone know that this baby showed up today and all I can say is that it looks better in person than in the pictures.

Bill - I agree completely with your perspective and plan on loading this thing of beauty up with my favourite blade and using it for my shave tomorrow morning.

Thanks very much for this very generous gesture - this beauty will take pride of place in my very modest collection.

I hope you get a lot of use out of it. It was a fun thing to do...