SOTD Monday June 26 - Sunday July 2

[Jonnybc]

Merkur Vision with Wilkinson Blade
Kent BK8
Old Spice Shaving Soap
Alum Block
Trumper Limes Skin Food
Tabac Original Cologne

I'm going to have to get some Old Spice Cologne!

[AJS]

Merkur Slant Bar
Feather, Blade, day 1
Kent BK4
Nancy Boy Shaving Cream
Enchante Cube
Antony Logistics Aftershave Astringent
Nancy Boy Cooling A/S

[SSLStudio]

No shower - just some hot splashes of water on the face.

Beauty and mineral Peeling scrub. (mint cools the face )

Aristocrat Gillette /Feather
Arko shave stick
Muhle boar bristle
Classic Arko yagli creme
Nivea 2 phase-Fresh a/s (recommend very good stuff)
No cologne.

2 passes im not BBS but atleast decent because of the close shave yesterday didnt feel like a Nancy boy today treatment. :biggrin:

absolute ZERO razor burn.

[AACJ]

Never a quickie, always a longie.




No shower - just some hot splashes of water on the face.

Aristocrat Gillette /Feather
Arko shave stick
Muhle boar bristle
Classic Arko yagli creme
Nivea 2 phase-Fresh a/s (recommend very good stuff)
No cologne.

2 passes im not BBS but atleast decent because of the close shave yesterday didnt feel like a Nancy boy today treatment. :biggrin:

absolute ZERO razor burn.

[SSLStudio]

Never a quickie, always a longie.

I know , know... but this Silver Aristocrat has such a nice head on it you can almost ALMOST go with the speed of a M3 over your face and the Arko is just slick lubricating slippery stuff. I wouldnt try quick with any other razor. except perhaps the new Injector judging by the comments of Joel. but promise Ill go slow with it.

[crackstar]

Omega brush
Merkur Vision
Arko "Moist" shaving cream
Lubriderm unscented moisturizer
Givenchy Gentleman edt

Jeff

[DoubleE]

Merkur Vision w/Feather blade
Savile Row 3120 silvertip
Tabac shaving soap
QED rose hydrosol
Feather ASB
Tabac Culture EDT

[Dennis]

Monday: Heresy Day

Merkur Futur
Israeli day 2
Simpson Chubby#2 Super
Proraso Pre/Post (just pre for me)
Proraso Green
<pause>
I could not get my neck smooth no matter this morning even with multiple and varying grain passes, so out came the Schick Xtreme3 to do the touch and cut. That did the job - very nicely. After shaving with the small fixed heads, I am having a harder time adjusting back to the Futur these last couple days.
</pause>
Feather Kanwa ASB
Floris JF EdT

Tomorrow will be my last shave for over 2 weeks :w00t: - better plan out a dandy one.

Dennis

[madmedic]

Merkur Slant/Derby Extra
Simpson B6
C&E Nomad Soap
Proraso A/S Splash
Rosehip Oil
Trumpers Coral Skin Food

L'Occitane Green Tea EDT


Brian

[DCMandarin]

SOTD (Monday, 26 June 2006)

SHOWER

* Dr. Bronner's Peppermint Castille Bar Soap

* American Crew Citrus Mint Shampoo and Conditioner


SHAVE

* Gilette Super Speed DE Safety Razor

* Generic Double-Edge Blades from CVS

* Trumper's Violet Shaving Cream

* Kingsley Boar-Bristle Brush

* Aveda Men ASB

* Floris Summer Limes EDT

After 20 years of using disposables, I scored two Super Speeds via eBay. Yesterday and today marked my first "old-school" shaves--pretty smooth, but the number of passes and the irritation tell me that I'll need lots of practice to improve my technique. Right now, I don't have much sense about how to use the blade to create the pressure required to cut the whiskers, while at the same time NOT scraping my skin.

[Suzuki]

Merkur Slant
Derby blade
Vulfix best badger
Proraso green
Thayers aftershave (ouch) followed immediately by
Thayers lavender (aahh)
Proraso AS
Nivea moisturizer

[boboakalfb]

Neutrogena Razor Defense Face Scrub
Pacific Shave Oil
Merkur HD-Merkur Blade
SR-208
Taylor's Avocado Cream
Thayers Rose Witch Hazel
Coral Skin Food
Polo

[letterk]

40's SS w/ Swede
Vulfix 403
Arko Sensitive
C&E Sandalwood ASB
Saint Charles Shave Sandalwood EDT

Getting better with the Swedes. I've ruled out the Swedes and the Merkur Classic combo. The Swedes and the SS are better. Still not as good as the Derbys for me, but we'll try it for another couple days. Grade: B-

This Sandalwood from Saint Sue is gaining more playing time in my rotation. I'm really starting to love it. I get more comments from my wife with it than anything else right now.

[crackstar]

John, don't you find the Arko sensitive cream gives somewhat of a cooling effect? I find it does, I find it very pleasant.

Jeff

[Kyle]

Passes 1-3, Straight Razor - just OK. I've been honing this razor myself and don't believe that I have reached appropriate sharpness yet.
Finishing passes with Derby Loaded Merkur HD
Simpson's PJ3
Taylor's Rose
Thayer's Rose
Proraso Post
Proraso ASB

[letterk]

Jeff, just a little. No way near Proraso. But yes, it's very nice. It's my favorite out of the Arko line. The only issue, and I've mentioned this before, is that at work, they use a bathroom cleaner that smells just like it. It's a good smell, but I'd rather not think of my work bathroom when lathering up in the morning. I suspect they'll move on to another cleaner in the near future and that memory will fade. That's my hope at least.

[TomH]

My shave today, only a picture and no other comment...:smile: :smile:

Regards

Thomas

[jfm]

KMF Lavender
Gillette FatBoy with a feather
Thayer's Lavender
C&E Sienna ASB

[letterk]

Thomas, how do you like the SCS shave oil? I have it but haven't tried it yet. I'm not usually a PSO kinda guy, but may give it a go soon.

[SSLStudio]

Jeff, just a little. No way near Proraso. But yes, it's very nice. It's my favorite out of the Arko line. The only issue, and I've mentioned this before, is that at work, they use a bathroom cleaner that smells just like it. It's a good smell, but I'd rather not think of my work bathroom when lathering up in the morning. I suspect they'll move on to another cleaner in the near future and that memory will fade. That's my hope at least.

Ah the morning sniff of bathroom cleaner. I have the same problems with Arko shave stick it smells A$$ . as in really a cleaning solution for sanitizing I really..really am bummed out by that the lather it self is brilliant for the money you pay for it. does a very good job. just smear it over the face then lather with the brush on the face no need to use a bowl I think you damage the lather more by using a bowl..its meant to be instant pooof lather in on ya face material. imagine Arko shave stick would contain the smell of menthol/mint your have proraso on a stick. ?

[aldouspfc]

40's Superspeed
Swedish Gillette Blade
Simpsons PJ3 Super
Coate's Rose Cream
Harris Pink Aftershave
Harris Aftershave Milk

[mrob]

Tomorrow will be my last shave for over 2 weeks :w00t: - better plan out a dandy one.

Dennis

Egads, man!!! 2 weeks without a shave!!! What did they get you for? (I'm assuming only incarceration would preclude you from shaving?!?:biggrin: :biggrin: :biggrin: )

[Dennis]

Egads, man!!! 2 weeks without a shave!!! What did they get you for? (I'm assuming only incarceration would preclude you from shaving?!?:biggrin: :biggrin: :biggrin: )

Going on a long hike. :biggrin:

Dennis

[TomH]

Thomas, how do you like the SCS shave oil? I have it but haven't tried it yet. I'm not usually a PSO kinda guy, but may give it a go soon.
Hi John,

the SCS shave oil is okay, before this one I've used only Almond and Olive oil and they are much thicker than this one.
I've also tried Somersets, but that is scented, smells a little bit like eucalytus/menthol/tea tree added with some other EO's.

IMO, SCS or PSO(which I will try by the next time) is better, 'cause they aren't so overscented like Somersets and they are a bit cheaper...

Regards

Thomas

[Austin]

Trumper razor
SMF 1 brush
Vulfix Lavender shave cream
Sharps toner
Trumper Bay Rum EDT

http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=2864

[Scotto]

Travel rig:

Bic Metal
C&E best badger
C&E Sandalwood cream
Baxters ASB

[guenron]

Travel rig:

Bic Metal
C&E best badger
C&E Sandalwood cream
Baxters ASB
I missed the travel announcement.. You going to a great fugu restaurant? Enjoy!

[guenron]

Trumper razor
SMF 1 brush
Vulfix Lavender shave cream
Sharps toner
Trumper Bay Rum EDT

http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=2864
Nice razor Andrew!

[Austin]

Thanks Ron. It shaves as good as it looks.

[Dinder1]

Merkur Slant
SR-208
NB cream
Thayers Rose
Saint Charles ASB ( thanks Joel )

[mrob]

Travel rig:

Bic Metal
C&E best badger
C&E Sandalwood cream
Baxters ASB

How many Bics will it take you to get through your trip? And how long are you in Japan?

[joel]

Back to brush wars....

http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=2871

[jer]

On the road-

Little unidentified 60s Kent
Personna Injector
Schick Injector blade
Nancy Boy Shave Cream
Thayers Rose WH
Floris Santal ASB
Fresh Cannabis Santal EDP

[SSLStudio]

Travel rig:

Bic Metal
C&E best badger
C&E Sandalwood cream
Baxters ASB

Have a great stay in Japan Scott ! The Japanese are nuts I love that culture.
Do not buy the 6 hours old sushi to spare expenses , only buy razor sharp made Sushi thats fresh from the knife ! Im going to be in Japan in 2008 for the next big Aikido convention already look forward to that. you have quite a fun job , going all over the world you were just a shortwhile ago in Amsterdam now your making Tokyo unsafe.. talk about getting around ? :wink:

[rossination]

NB Cream
Gillette 30s razor w/ Derby blade
Proraso Pre/Post
Sharps Mint Witch Hazel

[rschul2]

Merkur Futur w/ Feather Platinum Blade
Simpsons PJ3 Super
Salter's Fresh Mint Shave Cream
QEDman DaVinci Water
CAR Hydrolast Lime/Green Tea ASB

[Jonnybc]

Merkur Long Handled Classic with Wilkinson Blade
Kent T12
Tyrwhitt's Lemon & Cedar Cream
Tyrwhitt's Lemon & Cedar ASB
Trumper Sandalwood Cologne

[Rik]

Schick Vintage Injector Adjustable w/ Schick Blade

Mama Bears Eucalyptus Shaving Soap
Simpsons PJ1 Super

Proraso After Shave Splash
Proraso After Shave Creme

[madmedic]

Tuesday:

Merkur Slant/Derby Blade
Shavemac 23mm in Finest
Salters Fresh Mint Cream
Proraso Pre/Post Cream
Rosehip Oil
Trumpers Limes Skin Food.

Taylors #74 Victorian Limes Cologne

Brian

[AJS]

Mama Bear Celestial Water's Shaving Soap
Superior Brushes 25mm Super Badger
Merkur Slant Bar
Feather Blade, day 2
Men-U Face Wash
Nancy Boy Cooling A/S Gel

Hmm, strangely disappointing shave today. Everything seemed to be in place, great shave soap, new brush and a new plan of attack for using the slant; unfortunately this shave was less than the sum of it's parts. I have no complaints about the MB soap, it lathered like a dream and the smell even covered up that offensive new brush odour. I have no complaints about the Superior Brush either, it lathered the soap even better than the Men-U brush. The tips were pleasantly soft and the density of the bristles meant that it gave a good exfoliation. Thing is, whatever I did I couldn't get the lather onto my face, it just kept ending up on the side of the brush:eek: I have made no secret about my lack of practical ability, but I draw the line at not being able to use a brush properly! I have never had a problem like this in the past, any ideas?
Joel, I noticed the Superior Brush in your SOTD post, have you anything to add to your initial comments about this brush?

[DoubleE]

Merkur Vision w/Feather blade
Savile Row 3126
Trumper's sandalwood shaving cream
QED DaVinci water
Trumper's coral skin food
Trumper's sandalwood EDT

[Justso]

Oh Moses Smell the Roses! -Jerry Seinfeld

Nancy Boy Facewash
Taylor's Rose Cream (old formulation)
Merkur Vision
Shavemac 23mm Silvertip
QEDman Rose Hydrosol
Zirh "Soothe" ASB
Penhaligon's Endymion EDT

Isn't Rose just awesome? Talk about a great start to a hot summer day.

[Suzuki]

Merkur Classic
Derby blade
QED Sandalwood Stick
Vulfix pure badger
Alum block
Thayers lavender
Musgo Real

[jer]

Vulfix 2235
Schick Injector Adjustable
Schick blade
Trumper's Sandalwood Cream
Thayers Rose WH
Baxter's ASB
Creed Millesieme Imperiale EDT

Hot and Humid in NYC

[crackstar]

Edwin Jagger best badger
Dovo straight razor
Olivia Bay Rum shaving cream (delicious scent, great lather!)
Lubriderm unscented moisturizer
DR Harris bay rum aftershave

Jeff

[Stauff]

Plisson EW
Speick shaving stick
Merkur LH
Proraso liquid cream

[letterk]

40's SS w/ Derby
Vulfix 403
Saint Charles Shave Savory Rose
Thayers Lavender
C&E Nomad ASB
T&H Spanish Leather

I hereby declare my 40's SS will never again recieve a blade that doesn't say Derby on it. I've tried them all and the Derby always wins, at least with this combination. I've been nursing a beat up face for the past few days and today's shave brings everything back to normal. The 40's SS, Derby, and SCS soaps always provide me with an excellent shave. Grade: B+

[Dinder1]

Sotd Tuesday

[boboakalfb]

Neutrogena Razor Defense Face Scrub
Pacific Shave Oil
Merkur HD-Derby Blade
SR-208
QED Sandlewood Soap
Thayers Rose Witch Hazel
C&E Sandlewood ASB
C&E Sandlewood EDT

First shave with a non merkur blade...the derby was unbelievable...we will see how it continues. I hate to jinx myself because the first shave was great.

[TomH]

-Gillette Adjustable Fat Boy w. E & C Hartkopf blade
-Mühle Silvertip badger
-PSO Shaving Oil
-L'Occitane CADE shave cream (sample)
-Swiss Pitralon as

Thomas

[aldouspfc]

40's Superspeed
Swedish Gillette Blade
Simpsons PJ3 Super
Truefitt & Hill Shave Soap
Castle Forbes Lavender ASB

[Austin]

Gillette Aristocrat razor
Floris brush
SaintCharles Almond shave cream
C&S #88

http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=2887

[Xert]

Vision (w/ Israeli)
Grandfather's brush
AOS Sandalwood
Tyrwhitt balm

[Kyle]

I'm on vacation, so I have all kinds of time to mess around while shaving.

N-S, ear-to-chin, and jaw-to-nose were all done with a straight razor. It is much closer to being as sharp as it needs to be, but still needs some hone work. I have some mild irritation from it.

A repeat jaw-to-nose and t/c were done with a Derby loaded Merkur HD.

Simpson's PJ3 Super
Rilanja Rasier Creme
Thayer's Witch Hazel
Proraso Post
Dominica Bay Rum Lime Cologne

[teamacacia]

Shower:
Caswell-Massey Sandalwood Shampoo
Caswell-Massey Sandalwood Conditioner
Caswell-Massey Sandalwood Soap
Menscience Facial Scrub

Shave:
Merkur HD w/ Feather
C&E Super
C&E Almond Shave Cream
Thayer's Rose WH
C&E Nomad A/S

[crackstar]

Rilanja? Who makes that stuff, Todd?

Jeff

[Kyle]

I believe that it is Schlecker's (www.schlecker.com) store brand. Schlecker's is a European based drugstore chain.

[crackstar]

I meant to ask you that, Kyle! sorry!

Jeff

[Kyle]

I meant to ask you that, Kyle! sorry!

Jeff
No problem.

[madmedic]

SaintCharles Almond shave cream


Hi Andrew

SCS Shave CREAM?????

Haven't seen that one on Sue's site?

Brian

[Rik]

Schick Vintage Injector Adjustable w/ Schick Blade

Mama Bear's Rosemary Mint Shaving Soap
Simpsons PJ2 Super

Thayer's / Peppermint blend witch hazel
CARs Peppermint Moisturizer

Geo F Trumper Bay Rum Cologne

[Austin]

Hi Andrew

SCS Shave CREAM?????

Haven't seen that one on Sue's site?

Brian

Brian, this is a beta shave cream. It will be offered sometime in July. I will give it a few more tries before I review it.

[mrob]

Shower:
NB sig scent soap
Aveda Rosemary & Mint shampoo

Shave:
PJ3 Super
Vision with Derby day 3
Taylors avocado SC
Thayers WH
Proraso pre/post
Taylors #74 limes cologne

[Jonnybc]

Merkur Slant Bar with Wilkinson Blade
Kent BK4
Real Shaving Co. Sensitive Shave Cream
Witch Hazel
Real Shaving Co. Post shave moisturiser
Trumper's GFT COlogne

[Rik]

Dorko 8/8 Straight Razor
Shavemac SMF1 Brush

Mama Bear's Dragon's Blood Shaving Cream

Didn't need cologne: the shaving cream's fragrance is intoxicating!

[Stauff]

Plisson EW
Speick cream
Merkur HD open comb
Proraso liquid cream

[AJS]

Superior Brushes 25mm Super
Taylor Rose Cream
Merkur Futur
Feather Blade, day 1
Nancy Boy Cooling A/S

Another wretched shave today, a thoroughly miserable experience. Like yesterday everything seemed to be in place for a great shave, but something went wrong somewhere. The Superior (which hasn't lost a single hair yet, BTW) whipped up a great lather with the Taylor Rose and my Futur was loaded with a new Feather. However, I couldn't get the razor to glide, it kept stuttering on my skin and after three passes my face felt so sore and beaten up that I just gave in (apologies to anyone who is offended by my lack of commitment.) Obviously my karma is seriously out of balance!

[crackstar]

Omega brush
Dovo straight razor
Barber Salon shaving soap
Lubriderm unscented moisturizer
Chabrawichi 555 eau de cologne

Jeff

[g8orshavr]

Merkur Vision w/ Isreali no-name Blades
Vision Silvertip Brush
Trumpers Violet Cream
Alum Block
Trumpers Coral Skin Food

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=2889

[mrob]

Dorko 8/8 Straight Razor
Shavemac SMF1 Brush

Mama Bear's Dragon's Blood Shaving Cream

Didn't need cologne: the shaving cream's fragrance is intoxicating!

Rik,

Forgive me for nit picking, but do you really mean shaving cream from MB? I thought she only made soaps?

[teamacacia]

Superior Brushes 25mm Super
Taylor Rose Cream
Merkur Futur
Feather Blade, day 1
Nancy Boy Cooling A/S

Another wretched shave today, a thoroughly miserable experience. Like yesterday everything seemed to be in place for a great shave, but something went wrong somewhere. The Superior (which hasn't lost a single hair yet, BTW) whipped up a great lather with the Taylor Rose and my Futur was loaded with a new Feather. However, I couldn't get the razor to glide, it kept stuttering on my skin and after three passes my face felt so sore and beaten up that I just gave in (apologies to anyone who is offended by my lack of commitment.) Obviously my karma is seriously out of balance!

AJS,
Make sure you have enough water in your lather. When I started wetshaving, I didn't and the razor skipped. I have since started using Ron's technique of soaking the brush in hot water, lifting it out and letting it drain (no shaking out of water), then lathering away in the bowl with the cream. This initially seemed like it would deliver too much water, but with some determination and a few extra swirls in the bowl has delivered much better lather. That said, if the lather never comes up, you may twirl the brush slowly and get a little bit more water out before lathering away...depends on how much water the brush holds and how much cream you are using (I recommend the dip and twist method of brush loading).

[mrob]

Shower:
NB sig scent soap--almost gone--wow does this stuff last!
Neutrogena dandruff shampoo

Shave:
PJ3 Super
Schick disposable--egads!
Taylors avocado SC
Thayers WH
Nivea sensitive ASB
Kiehls original musk cologne

In an effort to break a string of decent--but not acceptable shaves (I'm with you on the bad karma, AJS!)--I broke out an old Schick disposable razor this morning to see what would happen. I figured I could be a bit more aggressive with the Schick than with my Vision, and maybe that would clear up my "trouble spot"--the lower lip area.

The result? My face felt smooth to the touch immediately after the shave--perhaps thanks to the Taylors avocado?!?--but after my aftershave was absorbed I could feel the familiar tell-tale traces of stubble beneath my lower lip.

Any advice out there for me? If I can't solve this problem, I may be forced to resort to re-growing my old goatee!:wink:

[jer]

Personna Injector w/ Schick Twin Blade
Vulfix 2235
Nancy Boy Shave Cream
Thayers Rose WH
Floris Santal ASB
Creed Green Irish Tweed EDT

[Kyle]

Shower:
NB sig scent soap--almost gone--wow does this stuff last!
Neutrogena dandruff shampoo

Shave:
PJ3 Super
Schick disposable--egads!
Taylors avocado SC
Thayers WH
Nivea sensitive ASB
Kiehls original musk cologne

In an effort to break a string of decent--but not acceptable shaves (I'm with you on the bad karma, AJS!)--I broke out an old Schick disposable razor this morning to see what would happen. I figured I could be a bit more aggressive with the Schick than with my Vision, and maybe that would clear up my "trouble spot"--the lower lip area.

The result? My face felt smooth to the touch immediately after the shave--perhaps thanks to the Taylors avocado?!?--but after my aftershave was absorbed I could feel the familiar tell-tale traces of stubble beneath my lower lip.

Any advice out there for me? If I can't solve this problem, I may be forced to resort to re-growing my old goatee!:wink:
The lower lip, specifically the soul patch region, was a problem of mine for a long time. I don't know that I can verbally explain the technique breakthru that has worked for me, but I'll give it a shot. I have performed this technique with a Gillette Adj., Merkur HD, Merkur Slant Bar, and Merkur Progress but never with a Futur or Vision.

I press the top of the razor into my face with some legit pressure while the handle remains at a true 90 degrees from my face. Then I make a S-N pass with a small scooping motion (this is my final pass after the area has already been reduced). This should REALLY stretch the skin and force those little jerks to stand up so you can cut them down. This is the only way that I can trim this area smooth without irritation.

Another idea that I just had and will try tomorrow (if I remember) is to fill this area up with air (the old blowing the cheeks out trick) and then taking a few swipes.

[Kyle]

Merkur HD with Derby Extra
Shavemac Custom Silvertip
Musgo Real Shave Cream
Thayer's Original
Proraso Post
SCS Sandalwood EDT

[boboakalfb]

Neutrogena Razor Defense Face Scrub
Pacific Shave Oil
Merkur HD-Derby Blade
SR-208
Taylors Rose
Thayers Rose Witch Hazel
Trumper Coral Skin Food
Faconnable EDT

[letterk]

Merkur HD w/ Derby
Vulfix 403
Charles Tyrwhitt Lemon & Cedar
Thayers Lavender
SCS Tony's Choice ASB

[Nitrox]

Gillette 40's SS
Israeli blade
SR-204 brush
QED Anise/Lavender shave stick
Thayers rose witch hazel
Coral skin food

[Xert]

Vision (w/ Israeli)
Grandfather's brush
Trumper's Limes
Baxter balm

[mrob]

The lower lip, specifically the soul patch region, was a problem of mine for a long time. I don't know that I can verbally explain the technique breakthru that has worked for me, but I'll give it a shot. I have performed this technique with a Gillette Adj., Merkur HD, Merkur Slant Bar, and Merkur Progress but never with a Futur or Vision.

I press the top of the razor into my face with some legit pressure while the handle remains at a true 90 degrees from my face. Then I make a S-N pass with a small scooping motion (this is my final pass after the area has already been reduced). This should REALLY stretch the skin and force those little jerks to stand up so you can cut them down. This is the only way that I can trim this area smooth without irritation.

Another idea that I just had and will try tomorrow (if I remember) is to fill this area up with air (the old blowing the cheeks out trick) and then taking a few swipes.

Thanks for the tips--I've tried similar techniques but will go back with a fresh approach and try your ideas tomorrow morning. As you can tell from my previous post, this problem is starting to bother me--probably way more than it should.:redface:

I never thought of myself as OCD, but wet shaving may be bringing this trait out of dormancy--terrific!:rolleyes:

[aldouspfc]

Red Tipped Superspeed
Swedish Gillette Blade
Simpsons PJ3 Super
Coate's Tea Tree Cream
Nivea Sensitive ASB

[TomH]

For today:

-Merkur Classic LH w. Merkur blade
-SMF II brush
-Shave Deluxe shaving oil
-ARKO shave soap
-Will G's AS-balm #7

Thomas

[Austin]

Gillette Aristocrat razor
SC brush
SaintCharles Almond shave cream
Taylor Victorian Limes

http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=2890

[pcxpe]

Taylors Rose Cream
C&E Best badger
Merkur HD
Gillette Platinum Day 1
Taylors After Shave Luxorious Balm

____
Peter

[Dinder1]

Sotd Wednesday

[madmedic]

Parker 90R/Personna
Shavemac 23mm in Finest
C-T Lemon and Cedar Cream
Proraso A/S splash
C-T A/S Balm
Trimpers Coral Skin Food. ( For a seal)

L'Occitane Green Tea EDT

Brian

[Dinder1]

Parker 90R/Personna
Shavemac 23mm in Finest
C-T Lemon and Cedar Cream
Proraso A/S splash
C-T A/S Balm
Trimpers Coral Skin Food. ( For a seal)

L'Occitane Green Tea EDT

Brian
Hey Brian, how do you like your Shavemac in the finest grade of badger?
Cheers, DJ.

[madmedic]

Hi DJ.

My Shavemac is lower end Finest. I am very pleased with it.Absolutely fantastic with creams. Although it is machine made......it is dense and very comfortable to use. With a cream it makes masses of lather...which stays where it is needed. Some of my other brushes seem to absorb the lather and need to be encouraged to release it on to my face. I don't use it on soaps. As it wasn't too expensive ....I had it personalised as well. It is definately one of my favourites. The link is below.

Regards
Brian

http://www.shavemac.com/index.php?lang=en&area=men&sel=1&cat=2&product=152&prod_id=2

[Suzuki]

No name badger brush
QED bay rum shave stick
Gillette sensor (I don't have a DE at work - shoot me!)
Thayers lavender
Addidas A/S
Evian moisturizer

[Aky007]

Dovo micarta silvertip brush
Proraso sapone da barba
Merkur Future with Merkur double edge blade ( 4th shave with this blade)
Nivea cooling balm (very low scent)

[Jonnybc]

Merkur Classic Long Handle with Wilkinson Blade
Kent T12
Proraso Soap
Alum Block
Proraso ASB
Blenheim Bouquet

[AJS]

Enchante Hydrolast Cube as a Facewash
Nancy Boy Shave Cream w/ Hydrolast Cube
Superior Brushes 25mm Super Badger
Merkur Futur
Feather Blade, day 2
Anthony Logistics Aftershave Astringent
Nancy Boy Cooling A/S

Much better shave today. Still some irritation but BBS all the way, and that's what really counts:wink:

[g8orshavr]

Merkur Classic w/ Isreali Blade
Merkur Silvertip Brush
Anthony Logistics Preshave Oil
C&E Sweet Almond Oil Cream
AOS Unscented A/S Balm

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=2895

Best Shave of the week!

[crackstar]

Kent brush
Dovo straight razor
Speick shaving cream (2nd time this week, I really like it!)
Lubriderm unscented moisturizer
Aramis edt

Jeff

[jer]

Vulfix 2235
Schick Injector Adjustable w/Schick blade
Proraso Green Tube
Thayers Rose WH
Baxter's ASB
Coral Skin Food
Fresh Cannabis Santal EDP

[boboakalfb]

Merkur HD-Derby Blade
SR-208
Neutrogena Razor Defense Face Scrub
Shave Cube
Taylor's Mr. Taylor Shave Cream
Thayers Lavender Witch Hazel
T & H Classic Balm
Taylor's Mr. Taylor Cologne

[Dinder1]

Merkur Slant
Mama Bears Rosemary Mint SS
M&P brush
QED Da Vinci water
Baxter ASB

[letterk]

Schick Adjustable Injector (Vintage) w/ CVS injector blade
Vulfix 403
Saint Charles Shave Almond Soap
Thayers Lavender
C&E Nomad

First time trying the adjustable. It's been sitting on my desk for a couple weeks but I've been playing around with the various DEs I've aquired. I was impressed. SUPER easy to use. Really, it's hard to mess up with this one. Just like using a cartridge razor. No nicks, cuts, weepers, or any irritation of any kind. My complaint is that I just couldn't get as close as with a DE. As Joel, said in another post, the adjustable thing is more gimmick on this one. I just set it in the middle and went to town. I'm not sure what to do with it now. I love how it shaves, but am not completely happe with the results. Worlds better than a cartridge, but only 80% as good as a good DE shave. Then again, it's worlds better than a DE shave gone bad. The other thing is that it doesn't feel like you're using something old, which I sort of missed. The CVS blades worked just fine. Grade: B+

[Kyle]

Merkur HD with Derby Extra
Simpson's PJ3
SCS Almond Shave Cream
Thayer's Rose
Proraso Post

[rschul2]

Merkur Futur w/ Feather Platinum Blade
Simpsons Polo 10 Super
T&H Trafalgar Shave Cream
QEDman DaVinci Water
CAR Hydrolast Lime/Green Tea ASB

[Austin]

Gillette Toggle razor
T&H brush
Chas. Tyrwhitt shave cream
Chas. Tyrwhitt balm
Acca Kappa Cedro EDT

http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=2897

[aldouspfc]

Red Tipped Superspeed
Swedish Gillette Blade
Simpsons PJ3 Super
DR Harris Almond Soap
DR Harris Pink Aftershave
DR Harris Aftershave Milk

[jfm]

Proraso Pre/Post,
Proraso soap with a few drops of Dr. Bronner's Peppermint,
Merkur Classic Long Handle with Merkur blade,
Thayer's Lavender witch hazel,
Trumper's Coral Skin Food.

[Xert]

Vision (w/ Israeli)
Grandfather's brush
WARS cream
Body Shop balm
T&H Grafton

[mrob]

Shower:
NB sig scent soap
Paul Mitchell Tea Tree shampoo

Shave:
PJ3 Super
Vision with Derby day 4
NB SC
Thayers lavender WH
CAR peppermint ASB
Burberry cologne--gift from a student

Kyle--thanks for your lower lip tips--got a few weepers, but a little better result today. Now I'm wondering if maybe my expectatiosn are just too high/unreasonable?

Also, I think there may be something wrong with my Vision--the adjustment collar doesn't seem to be doing much?

[Scotto]

Shower: Baxters shampoo and body wash, Nancy Boy conditioner and face wash

Shave:
Merkur Futur with Derby Extra blade
SR3124 silvertip
T&H Sandalwood*
D.R. Harris Pink (bagged the Milk- didn't need it)

Guelain Vetiver EdT :drool: :drool:

http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=2898

Lovin' the home shave after a bunch of travel. For those who love Vetiver, the Guerlain is phenomenal - quite a different take than the L'Occitane and perfect for summer. I will probably break it up for decants if people are interested - I have a bunch of the stuff.

*A bunch of people have asked my opinion on the T&H Sandalwood. I took some pictures today and will post a detailed review later this afternoon or evening.

[TomH]

Thursday's shave:

-Gillette Adjustable LH w. Gillette blade (ohoh, this blade is very sharp:w00t: , new for me, some blood :blushing: :blushing: )
-SCS best badger
-PSO Shaving Oil
-Taylor Sandalwood shave soap
-Pitralon Classic (I like this cedar scent :001_smile :001_smile )

Thomas

[Kyle]

Kyle--thanks for your lower lip tips--got a few weepers, but a little better result today. Now I'm wondering if maybe my expectatiosn are just too high/unreasonable?

Also, I think there may be something wrong with my Vision--the adjustment collar doesn't seem to be doing much?
Don't give up yet. For the longest time, I had to settle for having some minor stubble in the lower lip area. I had pretty much resigned myself to the fact that I would have to live with it, but I then stumbled across the technique I mentioned and have been smooth ever since. Even if this technique isn't the perfect solution for you, keep experimenting & you'll find the answer. Honestly, it might help if you go order some more shaving gear.:biggrin:

BTW, I tried the second technique this morning (cheek puffing) and while it isn't as good as the pressure method (for me) it did an OK job. Keep us posted.

[Suzuki]

Merkur slant
Derby blade
QED sandalwood stick
Vulfix pure badger
Thayers A/S
Proraso
Neutrogena post shave lotion

[rossination]

Fantastic shave today with my new gear:

Merkur Long Handle Classic
Israeli Personna Blade
Proraso Pre/Post
Proraso Green
Sharps Mint Witch Hazel

L'Occitane Eau de Baux

Easily one of - if not the - best shaves yet. Still some stubble in the neckbeard area, but it'll be easily overcome!

[madmedic]

Thursday:

Parker 90R/Personna Blade
Edwin Jagger Synthetic
Arko Soap
Proraso A/S Splash
Proraso Pre/Post
Trumpers Coral Skinfood

Pecksniff's Citrus Cologne


Brian

[roughrider]

Merkur Vision with Derby Blade
Shavemac XXL Imitation Horn Brush
Tabac Shaving Soap
Proraso Pre/Post
QED Rose Water
Fruit of the Earth 100% Aloe Vera Gel
Calvin Klein Obsession A/S Balm

[Jonnybc]

Merkur Long Handled Classic with Wilkinson Blade
Kent T12
Tyrwhitt Lemon & Cedar Cream
Trywhitt Lemon & Cedar ASB
Acqua Di Parma Cologne

[SSLStudio]

Thursday's shave:

-Gillette Adjustable LH w. Gillette blade (ohoh, this blade is very sharp:w00t: , new for me, some blood :blushing: :blushing: )
-SCS best badger
-PSO Shaving Oil
-Taylor Sandalwood shave soap
-Pitralon Classic (I like this cedar scent :001_smile :001_smile )

Thomas

Thomas , go easy the Russian blade that you got is about as sharp as the so called swedish or euro gillette but its is not as smooth the both are nonetheless very CLOSE atleast according to Ron but Randy got a different opinion about it.
my opinion is the blade is excellent and def. is better then a US Personna blade.
but I think my kitchen chef's knive is better then a Personna blade.

my advice would be not to use it in the blackhandle use the Gillette in the Fatboy which you have and use it on setting 6 for the first shave so you get a feel for the blade without damaging your skin and the next shave you can set the FB to a 7.
The FB is my best razor and I have a feeling will get you the best result for now this is only due to I have recently gotten the blackhandel Gillette aswell and im not impressed by the razor. the FB will add a natural weight to the strikes you gonna make. for testing new blades always go with the razors your most familiar with so you dont have two odds going against ya.

these russian Gillette's never nicked me !

[madmedic]

Friday:

Merkur 1904/Personna
Simpson Special in Best
Sensational Indulgences Mayan Gold Soap
Proraso A/S Splash
T&H Classic A/S Balm
Trumpers Coral Skin Food

Pecksniff's Citrus Cologne

Brian

[Jonnybc]

Friday:

Merkur 1904/Personna
Simpson Special in Best
Sensational Indulgences Mayan Gold Soap
Proraso A/S Splash
T&H Classic A/S Balm
Trumpers Coral Skin Food

Pecksniff's Citrus Cologne

Brian

Three aftershaves Brian? Did you have problems this morning?

[madmedic]

Three aftershaves Brian? Did you have problems this morning?


No John

Proraso is alchohol based....and I usually add a balm afterwards when it dries off. Skinfood....I regard as a sealent.

Brian

[AJS]

Hydrolast Cube as a Facewash
Superior Brushes 25 mm Super Badger
Taylor Avocado w/ Hydrolast Cube
Merkur HD Classic
Derby Extra Blade, day one
Anthony Logistics Aftershave Astringent
Nancy Boy Cooling A/S

[crackstar]

Omega brush
Merkur Progress
Olivia "Churchill" shaving soap (not the richest lather, but great skin-care)
Lubriderm unscented moisturizer
Dolce & Gabbana edt

Jeff

[Justso]

Shower:
NB Sig Scent Soap
Zirh Fortify Shampoo
Matrix Conditioner

Shave:
NB Facewash
Proraso Green Tube
Merkur Vision - Personna Blade
Shavemac 23mm Silvertip
Thayers Witch Hazel
Taylor's Mr. Taylor EDT

[jer]

Schick Adjustable Injector with Personna blade
Vulfix 2235
Trumper's Sandalwood Cream
Thayer's Rose WH
Floris Santal ASB
Creed Green Irish Tweed EDT

[letterk]

40's SS w/ Derby
Vulfix 403
C&E Nomad Cream
Thayers Lavender
C&E Nomad ASB

Grade: A-

[Kyle]

Merkur HD with Derby Extra
Shavemac Custom Silvertip
SCS Almond Shave Cream
Thayer's Rose Witch Hazel
Trumper's Coral Skin Food

Thanks to Andrew for a few of these samples.

[Austin]

Gillette Toggle razor
T&H brush
SaintCharles almond shave cream
Terre D'Hermes EDT

http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=2904

[Tito]

Merkur HD w/ Feather Platinum
Vuflix 2234
Proraso Green Tube
Proraso Pre/Post
Trumper's Coral Skin Food
Creed Vetiver

Thanks to all the wonderful folks on the board for steering me into the right direction earlier in the week. Things are beginning to click for me now and my shaves are wonderful. I am looking forward to accumulating massive amounts of shaving paraphernalia.

Next you guys will have to teach me how to post photos. (You can PM me.)

Thanks,
Tito

[TomH]

No picture today:

-Merkur Classic LH w. Merkur blade
-Mühle badger brush
-SCS Shaving Oil
-Pollena Lider shave cream
-OLIVIA After Shave balm > unscented

Thomas

[boboakalfb]

Merkur HD-Derby Blade
SR-208
PSO
Proraso Cream
Proraso Liquid ASB
Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey

[aldouspfc]

Red Tipped Superspeed
Swedish Gillette Blade
Simpsons PJ3 Super
Trumper's Coconut Oil Cream
Castle Forbes Lime Balm

[Scotto]

Shower: Baxters shampoo, Nancy Boy conditioner, face wash, and body wash

Shave:
Merkur Futur with Derby Extra blade
Shavemac "Scotto Special" brush (shown after 4 luxurious passes)
Pre de Provence soap
Harris Pink

Creed Millisime Imperial
http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=2906

For those who haven't tried Pre de Provence soap, you are missing a treat.

[rschul2]

Merkur Futur w/ Feather Platinum
Simpsons PJ3 Super
D.R. Harris Lavender Shave Soap
QEDman DaVinci Water
CAR Hydrolast Lime/Green Tea ASB

[Xert]

Vision (w/ Israeli)
Grandfather's brush
Taylor's Mr. Taylor
Musgo Real splash

[Kyle]

Scotto,
Would you describe the scent of the Pre de Provence soap, please?

[g8orshavr]

Merkur Vision (w/ Isreali)
Merkur Silvetip Brush
Trumpers Violet
Alum Block
AOS Unscented A/S Balm

[jfm]

Gillette Adjustable with Merkur blade (1st pass),
with Feather blade (passes 2 & 3),
C&E Sweet Almond Oil,
Thayer's Lavender Witch Hazel
C&E Sienna ASB.

[Scotto]

Scotto,
Would you describe the scent of the Pre de Provence soap, please?
It's a fresh, sweet, soapy smell with rosemary. Very nice and light for summer. The shea-drenched lather is a joy to work with.

[Suzuki]

Merkur classic
Merkur blade
Vulfix pure badger
QED lavendar
Thayers withc hazel (A/S with alcohol)
Musgo Real
Neutrogena post-shave moisturizer

[Dinder1]

Scotto,
Would you describe the scent of the Pre de Provence soap, please?
Hey Kyle, I have this soap also, I would describe it as a very fresh scent, and it prvides a great shave, also at $11.50 for a 5.25 oz. cake its a great deal.
Cheers, DJ.

[Kyle]

Hey Kyle, I have this soap also, I would describe it as a very fresh scent, and it prvides a great shave, also at $11.50 for a 5.25 oz. cake its a great deal.
Cheers, DJ.
Very interesting. I think I will pencil this in on the "things to buy" list (yes, I actually have one of these).

[Austin]

Very interesting. I think I will pencil this in on the "things to buy" list (yes, I actually have one of these).

You can find it at Central Market. I use mine for travel. Very nice little tin. This was actually the first soap I bought when I started wetshaving.

[Jonnybc]

Merkur Vision with Wilkinson Blade
Muehle Pinsel Long-handled shaving brush
Palmolive Shave Cream
Proraso ASB
Trumper's Limes Cologne

[SSLStudio]

2 days no shave quite some good stubble

- Shower Kiehl's Castile shampoo (very moisturising due to olive oil substance)

Fatboy /Feather
Muhle super badger
Muhle Almond cake
Proraso pre-post
Proraso a/s milk
Kiehl's Cucumber Toner.
PSO
Azzaro "Chrome" Cologne

The almond cake is ok it is just like the Kent soap. scent wise forget it the cake it self smells like almond when you first open it. but upon usage it doesnt smell like almond if smelling at all very much like the Kent soap which doesnt smell at all like wise.
I use the pre proraso to soften the beard its full summer here I cant take a 35 degree showers anymore..
Cucumber Toner very nice I spray it all over the face with a 2oz atomiser then with a cotton ball wipe the face clean..you would still be surprised how much dirt comes of your face after a deep shave !

Proraso milk a/s or skinfood all the same game is very very nice..milky but use a little bit on the face it gets absorbed really fast.

The brush lovely..scratchy good job on the soap and face oh the pre proraso is nice as a coolant aswell before you lather up . so basically you can get any lather to be a coolant if you use pre/post on the face first.

[crackstar]

Savile Row badger
Merkur Progress
Cerrus shaving cream
Lubriderm unscented moisturizer

Jeff

[AJS]

Hydrolast Cube as a Face Wash
Superior Brushes 25mm Super Badger
Mama Bear Celestial Water shave soap
Merkur HD Classic
Derby Extra Blade, day 2
Anthony Logistics Aftershave Astringent
Nickel A/S Balm

[mrob]

Shower:
NB sig scent soap
Neutrogena dandruff/tea tree shampoo

Shave:
PJ3 Super
Gillette FB with new Merkur blade
Trumpers Sandalwood SC
Thayers lavender WH
Proraso pre/post
Taylors #74 limes cologne

Well, I thought my Vision's adjustment knob was kaput, so I turned--in desparation!--to the Fat Boy for this morning's shave. I loaded her up with a new Merkur blade and went at it. Using some recent advice from Kyle re: lower lip technique, I surprised myself by getting a very decent shave. My problem spot, the lower lip, is noticeably cleaner than its been in a long time--still not totally stubble free, but much better. I tried the puffer fish technique, and also went at this area from every possible direction, rather than my typical SN-only passes. I'm still not sure what direction these little hairs are growing in, but I figure if I mow em down from the N, S, E and W, they don't stand a chance!

All this to say that asking questions and reading posts is the single best way to improve one's technique. Thanks, all!

BTW--I think my Vision is OK after all--the knob was just a tad stuck, and a good long soak in hot water seems to have freed it up--time for a cleaning!

[teamacacia]

Shower:
Caswell-Massey Sandalwood Shampoo, Conditioner, and Soap

Shave:
Gillette Black Long Handle Adjustable
Feather Blade
C&E Super
Taylor's Ahh!vocado
Thayer's Rose Petal WH
T&H UC A/S

First shave with the newly acquired gillette black adjustable with the long handle. Results were magnificent! I seriously doubt that I will be picking up the Merkur HD with much frequency in the future as the Gillette Adjustables have been delivering the best shaves. I guess the question is whether or not the Futur can keep up with the gillettes???

[TomH]

-Merkur Classic LH w. Gillette blade
-SMF II brush
-Shave Deluxe shaving oil
-Barber Salon shave soap
-OLIVIA's unscented after shave balm
-Terre d'Hermès EdT

A really good and smooth shave for going out tonight with my LADY... :wink: :wink: :wink: and having some fun...

Thomas

[Xert]

Vision (w/ Israeli)
Grandfather's brush
QED Lime
Baxter balm

[Tito]

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=2907

Tito

[Kyle]

Merkur HD with Derby Extra Simpson's PJ3 C&E Sweet Almond Oil Shave Cream Thayer's Rose Proraso Post Givenchy Gentlemen EDT

[madmedic]

Saturday:

Merkur 1904/Israeli
Simpson Special in Best
Kent Soap
Proraso A/S Sp;ash
Trumpers Coral Skin Food

L'Occitane Eau De Badian EDT

Brian

[Suzuki]

Merkur slant with Derby blade
Coates tea tree (smells like a hospital, but lathers and shaves great)
SR travel brush (a great brush for not much money, probably the best deal in a serviceable travel brush)
Will G's sandalwood A/S lotion
Proraso AS splash

[Scotto]

Shower: Nancy Boy Invigorating (!) body wash, face wash and conditioner; Baxters shampoo

Shave:
Feather Artist Club with Super Professional blade
Simpson PJ3 super
Salter Mint
D.R. Harris Pink aftershave

Jack Black silver Mark EdT
http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/files/1/8/IMG_2367_7_1.JPG

[Austin]

Trumpers razor
C&E brush
QED Sandalwood shave soap
Jasons Beard therapy
B&B EDT

http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=2915

[Dinder1]

SOTD Sat.

[Jonnybc]

Merkur Slant with Wilkinson Blade
Kent BK4
Proraso Sapone da Barba
Alum Block
Proraso ASB

It's hot and the proraso ASB has left my skin feeling great, I'll put cologne on later if I feel like it.

[SSLStudio]

- Muhle super badger
-Aristocrat Silver Gillette/Feather
-Wilkinsons cake
-Custom cake Coolskin
-Proraso pre-post
-Old Spice a/s
-Ralph Lauren EDT "Romance for Men "

Shower Axe Thai massage ( really splendid smelling new fragrance by Axe. )

[AJS]

Hydolast Cube as a Face Wash
Merkur Slant Bar
Feather Blade, day 2
Superior Brushes 25mm Super Badger
Taylor's Rose
Anthony Logistics Aftershave Astringent
Nickel A/S Balm

[madmedic]

Sunday:

Merkur HD/UK Wilkinson Swowd
Simpson B6
SCS Savoury Rose
Proraso A/S Splash
Trumpers Coral Skin Food


Pecksniff's Rosehip & Sea Minerals EDT

Brian

[ouch]

SR208
40's super speed with a new Feather
D. R. Harris Arlington cream
Thayer's lavender
Proraso splash
Proraso pre/post

Shaved way too early and way too pie-eyed today. Couldn't even see myself in the mirror. Fortunately, I had the presence of mind to realize I was using a new Feather, so I took it ultra slow. The result? A rare combination of super close and super smooth.

Wish I could remember what I did.:confused:

[aldouspfc]

Red Tipped Superspeed
Swedish Gillette Blade
Simpsons PJ3 Super
Proraso Pre/Post
Proraso Soap
Proraso Balm

[Kyle]

Merkur Slant Bar with Derby Blade
Simpson's Persian Jar 3
Pre de Provence Shave Cream
Thayer's Rose
Proraso Post
Givenchy Gentleman EDT

[Xert]

Vision (w/ Derby)
Grandfather's brush
Tyrwhitt cream
Tyrwhitt balm

[mrob]

Shower:
NB sig scent soap--the soap that never dies~
Paul Mitchell Special Tea Tree shampoo

Shave:
PJ3 Super
new--to me!--Merkur HD (thanks Sean!)
Toms of Maine mint shave cream
Thayers WH
Proraso pre
Tabac cologne (thanks Sean!)

Got a very nice shave for the first time out of the gate with the HD--I can see why people like this razor. Its not the most aggressive machine, but feels very safe and smooth, and I sense that if I swap out the Merkur blade that I used this morning for a Derby or a Feather I may get an even better result.

[Dinder1]

Merkur Slant w/ Derby blade
E&J brush
Floris JF shave soap
QED Da Vinci water
CADE aftershave

[Dinder1]

Merkur Slant Bar with Derby Blade
Simpson's Persian Jar 3
Pre de Provence Shave Cream
Thayer's Rose
Proraso Post
Givenchy Gentleman EDT
Hey Kyle, how do you like that shaving cream? I love the soap.
Cheers, DJ.

[Austin]

Merkur Futur razor
T&H brush
Penhaligons English Fern shave soap
Harris Milk
Penhaligons English Fern EDT

http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=2927

[crackstar]

Omega brush
Dovo straight razor
Arko "Lemon" shaving cream
St-Ives Intensive Relief moisturizer*
Caswell-Massey Greenbriar eau de cologne**

*excellent new moisturizer for me, it leaves my sensitive skin feeling great and really soothes it beautifully.

**Greenbriar is a nice cologne I suppose, it'll take me a little getting used to.

Jeff

[TomH]

My Hot-Sunday shave:

-Schick Injector
-SCS best badger
-PSO shaving oil
-DENÚ shave cream
-Spanish Floid AS

Thomas

[Scotto]

Merkur Futur razor
T&H brush
Penhaligons English Fern shave soap
Harris Milk
Penhaligons English Fern EDT


I must know how that soap is... Where did you get it?

[Austin]

I must know how that soap is... Where did you get it?

Hi Scotto,

The soap is hardmilled just like Floris soaps. It lathers well and gives a very slick shave. I got it in a trade with Gordon. The same scent as English Fern. A wonderful soap indeed.

[Scotto]

That is my favorite scent, bar none. The soap is ridiculously overpriced (~$54 before shipping), thus I have held off purchasing it.

[Jonnybc]

That is my favorite scent, bar none. The soap is ridiculously overpriced (~$54 before shipping), thus I have held off purchasing it.

You could just buy the soap cake for $25.

It's £20 in the UK... Grrrrr!

[Jonnybc]

You could just buy the soap cake for $25.

It's £20 in the UK... Grrrrr!

I've just realised that the wooden bowl costs $30 empty, how Penhaligon's can justify that I don't know!

[Dinder1]

I've just realised that the wooden bowl costs $30 empty, how Penhaligon's can justify that I don't know!

Who the hell would buy a empty wooden bowl for thirty bucks!!!:confused: :confused:
Cheers, DJ.

[jer]

40's Gillette Rocket
Merkur blade
Fresh Shaving Cream (brushless)
Thayers Rose WH
Baxters ASB
Creed Millesime Imperiale EDP

[Kyle]

Hey Kyle, how do you like that shaving cream? I love the soap.
Cheers, DJ.
In regards to the Pre de Provence shave cream, the jury is still out. Either I'm making an error in use or it is not so good. I plan on putting together a review once I've had a chance to use it a few more times. If anyone has used this cream successfully, give me a shout.

[rtaylor61]

In regards to the Pre de Provence shave cream, the jury is still out. Either I'm making an error in use or it is not so good. I plan on putting together a review once I've had a chance to use it a few more times. If anyone has used this cream successfully, give me a shout.

Kyle,

I believe it you apply a dollop to the top of the Pre de Provence soap that it works just fine!

Randy

[Kyle]

Kyle,

I believe it you apply a dollop to the top of the Pre de Provence soap that it works just fine!

Randy
Eh? So what your saying is that ice does a great job of quenching one's thirst when placed in a glass of already iced tea?:tongue:

[rtaylor61]

Eh? So what your saying is that ice does a great job of quenching one's thirst when placed in a glass of already iced tea?:tongue:

Yep!