Acquisitions Monday July 10th - Sunday July 16th

[Jim]

The white and red truck rolled up today;:shaving:

[Scotto]

Dude, shrink those pictures.

[guenron]

Dude, shrink those pictures.
ImModerator! ImModerator! :lol:

[Jim]

Photos are resized thanks for your help:blush: Jim

[Dinder1]

Hey Jim, is that brush in finest or silvertip? I am thinking about getting a Shavemac, but I am torn between finest and silvertip. Anyone have any thoughts on these two grades of badger?
Cheers, DJ.

[Austin]

Jim, that's a great looking brush. Congratulations.

[Scotto]

Hey Jim, is that brush in finest or silvertip? I am thinking about getting a Shavemac, but I am torn between finest and silvertip. Anyone have any thoughts on these two grades of badger?
Cheers, DJ.
Finest is a bit stiffer, and has barbed ends. Silvertip is a bit softer at the tips, and a little bit more flexible. I have brushes with both, and like them all.

[Jim]

Hey Jim, is that brush in finest or silvertip? I am thinking about getting a Shavemac, but I am torn between finest and silvertip. Anyone have any thoughts on these two grades of badger?
Cheers, DJ.

Its a Silvertip -I was most surprised at the weight- its at least 2 X's heavier than a same sized Rooney.
Jim

[guenron]

Hey Jim, is that brush in finest or silvertip? I am thinking about getting a Shavemac, but I am torn between finest and silvertip. Anyone have any thoughts on these two grades of badger?
Cheers, DJ.
Yes, it is an issue of personal preference (and money also a personal issue). Do you want More or Less scritchy? Herr Blos will make any brush stuffed with the same weight of hair, so density need not be an issue.
Now, if you wish to ask me my personal preference, I can tell you. Chances are that you may not have the same preferences as I.

[Dinder1]

Yes, it is an issue of personal preference (and money also a personal issue). Do you want More or Less scritchy? Herr Blos will make any brush stuffed with the same weight of hair, so density need not be an issue.
Now, if you wish to ask me my personal preference, I can tell you. Chances are that you may not have the same preferences as I.

Yes, and the winner is.............
Cheers, DJ.

[boboakalfb]

Orders have been placed for...

SCS Almond Shave Soap in a Bowl
B & B Bay Rum with a Twist EDT

100 Derby Blades...so far I like these the best and who can argue with the price.

QED Vetiver Shave Stick
QED Cedarwood/Lemon Shave Stick
QED Pine/Cedarwood Shave Stick
QED Bergamot Shave Stick
QED Grapefruit/Peppermint Shave Stick
3 atomizer's for decanting...

[setherd]

I just found a vintage Merkur slant bar at an antique shop, NIB for $35 out the door. I figure I saved a little by not paying shipping.
I also found a Krupp straight razor!!!!!!!! for $18.50 now I need to find someone to put an edge on it!!!

pics to come l:tongue_sm ater

[SSLStudio]

went shopping for some hair gel..oh whats that tiny little stick.

-Palmolive shave stick.

[Scotto]

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/files/1/8/IMG_2434_1_1.JPG
L'Occitane Vetyver :drool: (for decanting - you'll see it soon up for sale)

L'Artisan decants:

Tea for Two
Mechant Loup
Dzing!

+ Some other samples

The Tea for Two might be the best/most well made scent I have smelled in years....

[crackstar]

2 tubes of Cerrus shaving cream. (a delightfully scented cream, with a super cooling effect, check out my review of it)
a package of Cella Crema da Sapone
a jar of Olivia "Churchill" shaving cream
a sample of Olivia "Zeder" shaving soap
a bottle of SCS New Spice edt.
All these beauties were gift from someone very special to me.

Jeff

[CraigK]

http://fototime.com/9EB050A14E02506/orig.jpg

I can't believe it, UPS dropped off two orders at the house this evening at 9:15 p.m.. Way to go UPS!

This Tam Dao is fantastic, I can see why it's been talked about so much. It has a very mild, soft, easy going sandalwood scent. Not overpowering, just right in my opinion.

The other two are from New Orleans Perfume, http://www.neworleansperfume.com/. This small shop off Royal Street has been at it since 1843. I was intrigued by the Eau de Cologne - the European fragrance made famous by Napoleon. Instead of committing to a large bottle I bought the travel sizes. This too is some really nice stuff, a wonderful citrus scent. :001_rolle :001_rolle :001_rolle


CraigK

[letterk]

eShave Best brushes (3 of them)
Saint Charles Shave B&B Bay Rum Wtih a Twist EDT (wow!)

[scarface]

Taylors Rose, Lavender and Lemon and Lime
Vulfix #2236
Tommy Jeans EDT

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e125/myt_mouse28/IMG_0177-1.jpg

[Nitrox]

3 tubs of Coates Tea Tree shaving cream clearout special.

I tried rehydrating one of the tubs but to me it's not worth it. It lathers up the same as if I didn't rehydrate it. I'll just use them as a soap, smells and lathers very nice just the same.:biggrin:

[Kyle]

A short while ago, TomH (a resident of Germany) and myself worked out a trade. Here is the grand haul (not sure why the picture quality is fuzzy).
http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=3041

Muhle-Pinsel razor and box
http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=3044

Nifty artwork on the razor's handle
http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=3046

I'm guessing that this must be a complementary keychain from Muhle-Pinsel. Wee Scot, eat your heart out.
http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=3043

[soulshine]

major scores for me yesterday & today...

while walking around boston store i noticed a 75% off baxter products and asked if this was true. the kind sales person advised it was and rang up my baxter order which included:

baxter travel bag
(2) aftershave balm
baxter scrub
shave cream

for a whopping total of $12!

i also made the trip down to speak with one mama bear in person as i could not figure out what scent to purchase. i brought my son with me and we had the best time! sue is just great to speak with & we shared a beer and some laughs. guys - i smelled just about every soap she made & one cannot really go wrong with anything she offers. i would have walked away with one of everything if i had enough $$ with me. i did stay away from the dragon's blood but it smelled GREAT. i did pick up the black code & spellbound woods.

yesterday my ebay purchase of penhaligon's opus 1870 & english fern arrived sealed and perfect. in madison i scored the C&E brush at a discount since it was the shelf model.

s~s

[roughrider]

What was the name of the store with the Baxter products?

[htownmmm]

SCS Cool Lime in a stainless steel bowl:biggrin:

B&B Bay Rum with a Twist EDT :w00t:

ok Saint Sue, u must come up with a soap that smells like this- I was checking my mail on the way to walk my dog and sprayed a little of this on.

oh, yeah, all the neighbors wanted to talk.:lol:



Marty

[Rik]

Jim, very nice brush!

Kyle, that is a very cool Muhle-Pinsel razor and box. The miniature brush is neat as well.

[SSLStudio]

Opus 1870 not for me yet im too young, I had the sample it smells to me the way Roger Moore or definitly Sean Connery im not into that yet .

[SSLStudio]

Jim, very nice brush!

Kyle, that is a very cool Muhle-Pinsel razor and box. The miniature brush is neat as well.


It is very nice I have one aswell , they give one away with every Muhle order.
I tried it on my face , dry offcourse it actually feels wicked ! def. smallest brush out there.

[soulshine]

the store with the clearance baxter was "boston store". i think in other states they are known as "carson, prarie, scott" (sp?)

s~s

[Kyle]

Kyle, that is a very cool Muhle-Pinsel razor and box. The miniature brush is neat as well.
Thanks Rik and Rene. The razor is very interesting. I plan on posting more once I've allowed it a few more shaves.

[Austin]

Very cool Kyle! Let us know what you think of your bounty.

[Dinder1]

Hey Kyle, I have the same razor, but I have not tried it out yet ( I am playing around with my new Gem razor) You will also find that a Merkur HD or Slant will fit even more snugly into your travel box.
Cheers, DJ.

[Kyle]

Hey Kyle, I have the same razor, but I have not tried it out yet ( I am playing around with my new Gem razor) You will also find that a Merkur HD or Slant will fit even more snugly into your travel box.
Cheers, DJ.
This was certainly a motivating factor in my decision to get it.

[NMMB]

Today the postman delivered the following treats for me:

- Taylors rose SC
- a couple of cobalt blue atomizer (for my WH)
- a Merkur Progress

I think that I'm going to have a rose-y shave later this afternoon/evening and try out the new gear.

[Wolfman]

Picked up some PRORASO Green tube at Target today.

USPS dropped off some Taylor's St. James and an Alum bloc for me.

[Nitrox]

100 more Derbys courtesy of the mailman.:001_smile

[Rik]

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=3050



Truefitt & Hill Turnback Super Badger - Replaced one given away as a gift.


Tuscany per Uomo Forte by Aramis EdT
Top Notes
Lavender, Tarragon, Lemon, Cumin

Middle Notes
Clary Sage, Anise, Carnation, Geranium

Base Notes
Oakmoss, Tonka Bean, Cedarwood, Sandalwood


Havana by Aramis After Shave
Top Notes
Coriander Seed, Anise, BIrch Tar, Juniper Berry, Tangerine, Grapefruit, Orange

Middle Notes
Bay Rum, Cumin, Jamaican Pimento Berry, Pepper, Jasmine, Hyacinth.

Base Notes
Exotic Woods, Tobacco, Patchouli, Cedarwood, Myrhh, Labdanum, Oilbanum, Tonka bean, Vanilla

[scarface]

Some more stuff came in today:

Form Howard (Thanks Howard):

Tendskin
2 tubes of Arko Commando
Musgo Real

From Mario Badescu:

Glycolic Foaming Cleanser
Botanical facial gel
Special Glycolic Cleansing Lotion
Special Mask for Oily Skin
Various samples

From Ebay:

100 Israelis
2 Superspeeds

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e125/myt_mouse28/IMG_0175-1.jpg

[rossination]

Stuff from Howard came last night: a bowl of SCS Savory Rose and a bowl of SCS Almond. As I told him, I'm not too big of a fan of the Almond, but I think that SWMBO is eyeing it for her legs!

[Scotto]

http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=3051
QED Vetiver
Salter Sandalwood
Castle Forbes Lavender
Trumpers Coconut
Taylor St. James
Penhaligon's English Fern cream
Penhaligon's Endymion cream
Knize Ten EdT
QED Peppermint tonic
There was a whole bunch of other stuff, but I forget what it all was. Suffice to say I am probably sleeping on the couch tonight.

[Dinder1]

Very nice Scotto, please let us know what you think of that English Fern Cream:tongue_sm , I have the Endymion cream and think it is fantastic.
Cheers, DJ.

[mrob]

http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=3051
QED Vetiver
Salter Sandalwood
Castle Forbes Lavender
Trumpers Coconut
Taylor St. James
Penhaligon's English Fern cream
Penhaligon's Endymion cream
Knize Ten EdT
QED Peppermint tonic
There was a whole bunch of other stuff, but I forget what it all was. Suffice to say I am probably sleeping on the couch tonight.

2 thoughts:

1. MY wife would kill me.

2. YOU are a God!

[letterk]

Hundreds of Derby Extras
2 Saint Charles Shave Almond in a bowl (one for sister-in-law, one for mother-in-law)
2 Saint Charles Shave Foaming Spa Butter (one for sister-in-law, one for mother-in-law)
Saint Charles Shave Shave Stick for Chicks (for mother-in-law)
Saint Charles Shave Shamrock Soap (for mother-in-law)
Saint Charles Shave Cool Lime Soap (for me!)

My wife is getting her sister and mother into using wetshaving products. How fun! And it was overheard that my father-in-law told my brother-in-law how much he loves the shaving products we just got him. Are we keeping track of converts?

[SSLStudio]

http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=3051

There was a whole bunch of other stuff, but I forget what it all was. Suffice to say I am probably sleeping on the couch tonight.


loooooooooooooooooooool :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

[TomH]

Today my little order from Sue (SCS) arrived here in Germany, what a fast delivery:w00t: :w00t: :w00t: :

-Filled Stainless Bowl "Cool Lime"
-Sandalwood EdT (smells really great...:w00t: )
-SCS Blend 2-11 (wow, I love it...)
-Bar Soap "Spring Garden" (for my sweetheart)
-Shave Stick for Chicks (also for my sweetheart)
-Bay Rum with a Twist

Thomas

[rossination]

My Arko order from Tulumba arrived today at work! The box contained:

- Arko regular [cream]
- Arko cool
- Arko commando
- Arko sensitive
- Arko citrus
- 2 Arko shave sticks.

So, I bought the entire line for $19 shipped! I took a whiff of everything - smelled pretty nice. The creams smell like the Palmolive cream that Alexander sent me. I'm not so hot on the scent of the shave sticks, though - we'll see. For $2, I figured it couldn't hurt to pick up a couple!

[letterk]

Honeybee Spa Coconut
Honeybee Spa Oceania
Honeybee Spa Vetyver

[fatt_tony]

A little late but yesterday in the mail I received my first :
-DE Merkur HD
-Taylors Avocado shave cream
-Xtra Mekur blades
And then went to C&E and picked up my first badger shave brush (best badger)

Everything is great, shaves great, and smells great (except the funny smelling badger brush which i read goes away) nice brush though alot softer than my old pig brush.

[Dinder1]

Shavemac shaving set w/ 23mm silvertip brush.
I am quite impressed with the heft and feel of this razor, and of course it looks pretty good as well.:biggrin: :biggrin: :biggrin:
Cheers, DJ.

[Kyle]

Very nice, D.J. Let us know what you think of the razor after you've had a chance to use it.

[Wolfman]

Really nice set DJ! I plan on ordering the same one next month.

[mantic]

Got my KMF Moisture Shaves today:
http://static.flickr.com/57/189648448_ffe2486dfd_m.jpg
Peaches & Cream (FREE!), Jasmine ($1!), Virgin Forest ($1!)
(Yeah, shipping was $6, but still....)

Maybe this will keep me occupied until we hear about the Injector Deal (Waaaaaaaahh!! :cursing: :mad2: :a52: )

--Mark

[boboakalfb]

Just ordered a bottle of Penhaligon's Douro from Franco...how could I pass on the price???

[Dinder1]

Really nice set DJ! I plan on ordering the same one next month.
The set I have is listed with a 26mm brush, but if you e-mail Bernd he will provide any size you would like, mine is a 23mm.
Cheers, DJ.

[gage0921]

Picked up some thayers from HEB....the one with aloe....this stuff rocks...way better thand DV water in my oppinion....at least thats the thought as of now.

[guenron]

Picked up some thayers from HEB....the one with aloe....this stuff rocks...way better thand DV water in my oppinion....at least thats the thought as of now.
HE Butts? I did not know you were that kinda' guy!:lol:

[Kyle]

Picked up some thayers from HEB....the one with aloe....this stuff rocks...way better thand DV water in my oppinion....at least thats the thought as of now.
What flavor/s did they carry, Sean.

[NMMB]

The Taylor's train stopped by my place today delivering the following treats:

- tub of Lavender shaving cream
- tub of Lemon and Lime shaving cream
- tub of Sandalwood shaving cream

These were actually delivered yesterday but to the wrong unit in the building (the mail wasn't delivered by the "regular" guy yesterday - and the substitute mail-women/-men can NEVER find the door to my place, go figure). My neighbour kindly delivered it to me this morning. I only have one problem... I can only use one of these today.

[gage0921]

What flavor/s did they carry, Sean.

Witch hazel and aloe.....

[Kyle]

OK. The Rose Petal and Lavender are both witch hazel and aloe blends. I thought maybe you were referring to one of them.

[fatpig]

Yesterday the postman left a cube over my mailbox (now i can guess why my previous ebay razor never reached me :mad5:)
After inspection the cardboard cube revelead to contain my ebay acquired Gillette adjustable (thin handle,date code I4, 12.30$ delivered from Pennsylvania to Italy by airmail).:w00t:
I gave it a good scrub with hot water and bubble bath liquid to remove some soap residue then i soaked it for an half hour into a quaternary ammonium solution to disinfect it.
I' will give it a try tonight with a Derby blade and Proraso soap.