The Vintage Scent Shop grand opening

[rodeo]

Postage was similar to Jeff's, SUPER cheap for transatlantic shipping. Heck, it's super cheap even for US shipping. I'm in FL, so hopefully I'm closer :biggrin1:

I agree, the shipping charges from Vintage Scent are very reasonable, on par or even less then some US based suppliers would charge. Makes buying Semogue brushes a breeze. I also find the "currency selector" (on his home page) to be quite helpful and equally so, makes doing business with an out of Country supplier so much easier. Can't wait for the next "LE" release from Semogue! :thumbup1:

[Mike Schutz]

Ordered a Semogue 2000 on 8/8/10, received yesterday, 8/21/10. Product arrived in great shape despite some rough handling by the USPS.

Great Product, great service.

Thanks Leon.:thumbup:

[surfreak]

We'll see. Ordered mine July 28th, yet to see it. Will post when I receive it. Postage was similar to Jeff's, SUPER cheap for transatlantic shipping. Hell, it's super cheap even for US shipping. I'm in FL, so hopefully I'm closer :biggrin1:

Whoops, realized I never updated this.

Ordered on July 28th, received on August 12th, so just about two weeks from across the pond. All products were in great shape.

[rodeo]

So Bruno,

When might we expect to see a new L.E. Boar from Semogue again? Have anything in the works? (I'm not talking about the brush the members here are working on as that one is a longshot and may not have much support from the B&B management.) I'm, talking Vintage Scent here, what's coming down the road and how soon? Can you share any details etc?

I'm ready for a new Boar or two!

[Drubbing]

I'm ready for a new Boar or two!

subscribing because I have zero willpower as well.

[Leon]

So Bruno,

When might we expect to see a new L.E. Boar from Semogue again? Have anything in the works? (I'm not talking about the brush the members here are working on as that one is a longshot and may not have much support from the B&B management.) I'm, talking Vintage Scent here, what's coming down the road and how soon? Can you share any details etc?

I'm ready for a new Boar or two!

Well, there's some prototypes being tested right now, but they'll only come out in a couple of months. There are some details we still have to get together.

[bassguy]

oo! oo! I want to be a beta tester!

[rodeo]

Well, there's some prototypes being tested right now, but they'll only come out in a couple of months. There are some details we still have to get together.

Are we any closer? (timewise) :laugh::thumbup1:

[Leon]

Are we any closer? (timewise) :laugh::thumbup1:

Yes, stay tuned :001_cool:

[DolimiteB]

Leon, I see you're out of Lavanda shave cream. Rumor on the street is that Lavanda is being discontinued. Any truth to this?

[Leon]

Leon, I see you're out of Lavanda shave cream. Rumor on the street is that Lavanda is being discontinued. Any truth to this?

That's not a rumor - that's a fact. It's production has stopped for good for quite a while now and they're not planning making it again.

[brg]

Yep, discontinued. If you know someone in the New Jersey area, there was a post a few weeks back where someone found a few tubes of Lavanda at A&J Seabra's supermarket.

Check it out here:

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=166665

[Illusive Man]

Any chance the 1305 brush will be back in stock anytime soon?

[Leon]

Any chance the 1305 brush will be back in stock anytime soon?

Only by the end of the month, sorry :bored:

[Ru4scuba?]

Leon,

Any chance you can pick up the La Toja shave soap in a bowl with a cork on top?

I know you sell the stick...really want the bowl with cork...

[DFrancis]

Leon,

Any chance you can pick up the La Toja shave soap in a bowl with a cork on top?

I know you sell the stick...really want the bowl with cork...

I just saw that today too after doing random searches, massive puck in there it looks like.

[Ru4scuba?]

I just saw that today too after doing random searches, massive puck in there it looks like.

Man...if Leon can score a few of these from La Toja and ship them out...I'm game!

[kooshman7]

Oh... Man I would love that! I'd forgotten about that stuff! It would be awesome to have it in a puck form, and especially the bowl with the cork! I'm on a soap hiatus, but I would budge for one of those!

[Leon]

Leon,

Any chance you can pick up the La Toja shave soap in a bowl with a cork on top?

I know you sell the stick...really want the bowl with cork...

Sorry, no. These pucks are only sold in Spain and through the La Toja website.


I just saw that today too after doing random searches, massive puck in there it looks like.

Its 125 grams, I guess. The soap is exactly the same as the stick.


Man...if Leon can score a few of these from La Toja and ship them out...I'm game!

I wish, but this was a generous gift from a Spanish friend.

[RILEY]

Leon, you sold me my absolute favorite aftershave, La Toja.
Thank You for carrying it :thumbup1:

[oversaturn]

Leon, you sold me my absolute favorite aftershave, La Toja.
Thank You for carrying it :thumbup1:

That's exactly what happened to me! My favourite aftershave is "O Melhor", and I got it through Leon. :thumbup1:

[Leon]

Glad to serve you gents!

[Leon]

Hello dear customer,
I have the Semogue 1305 brush back on stock and some straight razors for sale.

Semogue 1305 Shaving Brush

http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/smg_sb_1305_MED.jpg
(http://vintagescent.com/shaving-brushes-c-5/semogue-1305-shaving-brush-p-25)

Henckels Friodur w/ Horn Handle

http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/SR_HF_MED.jpg
(http://vintagescent.com/straight-razors-c-9/henckels-friodurhorn-handle-p-100)


Heljestrand MK8

http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/SR_HKM8_MED.jpg
(http://vintagescent.com/straight-razors-c-9/heljestrand-mk8-p-101)


Thank you

Best regards

Bruno

[Leon]

The Semogue 2010 Limited Edition brush sets a new milestone in the traditional handmade shaving brushes. This brush is densely stuffed with the very best Selected Silvertip Badger hair, a whiter and softer kind of Silvertip hair to provide the ultimate shaving experience using either soaps or creams. The manufacturing of the knot was successfully achieved after intense testing to make sure it provides the optimum balance between backbone and luxurious softness. The knot is 24mm in diameter and 52mm tall.

There's more about this brush which makes it the most exclusive of the Semogues brushes ever produced. Besides having a never used before Selected Silvertip Badger hair, we made a beautiful acrylic handle just for this model. We wanted to make the handle with a vintage aura, so we made a two-tone piece. The top half is an octagonal ivory piece and the bottom half is cylindrical clear transparent. The engraving in the base shows the limited edition information - the brush number, the Semogue logo and the year of production. The handle is "chubbier" than all other Semogue handles, providing a better grip when lathering. It is 47mm tall and 38mm diameter in its larger point.

This brush feels really luxurious in the face. It lathers easily any hard soap or cream. In terms of comparison to other production brushes, I'd say that it feels like a Simpson Chubby between the 1 and 2 model and the hair resembles a lot the Shavemac D01 silvertip hair.

The brushes are currently being made. There will be only 50 available. We plan to start shipping these by the first week of December, so be sure to grab yours before they run out.

Semogue 2010 Limited Edition Shaving Brush

http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/SMG_LE_2010_MED.jpg
(http://vintagescent.com/shaving-brushes-c-5/semogue-2010-limited-edition-p-104)

[BRuhling]

Just placed my order! Hoping for #1!

[c0ry]

Looks awesome! Ordered.

[jrowen]

Place my order for this one! I love my Semogue 730 badger! (I have both badger and boar's from Semogue) Looking forward to this one! I'm in for the group buy boar too....

- Jason

[kooshman7]

Yeah I had to get that handle when I saw it had a clear, whitish base to it. I can have a patriotic theme going now with the custom boar from the Semogue group buy, this LE, and the 830! :thumbup1:

[Loric]

I got one too, thanks for the heads up.

[Harvitz81]

Just when I thought I was done buying brushes....sigh order placed. Looking forward to trying out my first semogue badger.

Knot size and loft are about in my perfect realm and can't wait to compare this to my shavemac D01

[Leon]

====================
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
====================

Due to a large amount of customers seeking the Semogue 2010 Limited Edition brush after this brush being sold out in just 2 days, me and Semogue master craftsman have agreed to extend the production to 100 brushes, unlike the initial proposed quantity of only 50.

[kooshman7]

Great news for those that really want one! Bad news for those that really want one but have been resisting! :laugh:

[ctkelly]

In for one myself. Hmm....just got my RAD under control now Im starting in with a SBAD. Still better than that firearm acquisition disorder I had.

[Granaura]

Oh Bum...

Order made...:001_rolle

[Big Beard]

Hello All

Just came across this store and wonder which models are these, any help would be good.

Excelsior Bristle Brush

http://www.portuguesegift.com/products/Excelsior-Bristle-Brush.html

Excelsior Bristle Brush

http://www.portuguesegift.com/products/Portuguese-Excelsior-Bristle-Shaving-Brush.html

Excelsior White Bristle Brush

http://www.portuguesegift.com/products/Portuguese-Excelsior-Shaving-Brush.html


Thanks for the help

[oversaturn]

Hello All

Just came across this store and wonder which models are these, any help would be good.

Excelsior Bristle Brush

http://www.portuguesegift.com/products/Excelsior-Bristle-Brush.html

Excelsior Bristle Brush

http://www.portuguesegift.com/products/Portuguese-Excelsior-Bristle-Shaving-Brush.html

Excelsior White Bristle Brush

http://www.portuguesegift.com/products/Portuguese-Excelsior-Shaving-Brush.html


Thanks for the help

The first is Semogue 82.
The second is Semogue 1140.
Both were low-end models for the mass market.
I've already posted a photo featuring an old Semogue 1140 that I've found at a drugstore. Here it is:

http://img843.imageshack.us/img843/193/p1020863b.jpg

The third seems to be the most interesting, seems to be a very old version of the Semogue 1438 model.

[Leon]

Dear Customer,

To our customers and friends, we at The Vintage Scent Co. extend our best wishes for a joyous holiday season and prosperous new year

http://i52.tinypic.com/o77jvk.jpg

Best regards

[pizzaguy]

Same to you :biggrin1:

[Drubbing]

I though it only fair to post this here.

If I get poor service or bad food in a restaurant, I tell them. Usually they put something right, and appreciate knowing when they're not doing things as well as they should. The alternative is to sit tight say nothing and never go back. I'm sure the restaurant appreciates the first option. Same with vendors here. I've had nothing but excellent service from any used, and particularly VS. Until my last 2 orders.

Both sat 'processing' for 5-7 days before being shipped, despite payment having been received and acknowledged within 24 hours. Given I wait 2-3 weeks for delivery afterwards, this means a month or more all up.

I've made the occasional product enquiry to Leon via email, and he's been very prompt to respond. Except the last 2 orders again. I asked why my (first) order was still processing a week later and got no reply.

With my current order, I forgot to add an item and emailed to ask if it could be added - seeing as the order was still 'processing'. I got no reply, and my order was then shipped 4 days later.

[Tha Baron]

I though it only fair to post this here.

If I get poor service or bad food in a restaurant, I tell them. Usually they put something right, and appreciate knowing when they're not doing things as well as they should. The alternative is to sit tight say nothing and never go back. I'm sure the restaurant appreciates the first option. Same with vendors here. I've had nothing but excellent service from any used, and particularly VS. Until my last 2 orders.

Both sat 'processing' for 5-7 days before being shipped, despite payment having been received and acknowledged within 24 hours. Given I wait 2-3 weeks for delivery afterwards, this means a month or more all up.

I've made the occasional product enquiry to Leon via email, and he's been very prompt to respond. Except the last 2 orders again. I asked why my (first) order was still processing a week later and got no reply.

With my current order, I forgot to add an item and emailed to ask if it could be added - seeing as the order was still 'processing' I got no reply, and my order was then shipped 4 days later.

Currently very disappointed, and will probably try and source the item I forgot, from elsewhere.

I've always wondered why some orders I've placed elsewhere sit processing for a while. My only thought it that they are waiting for an item or two that was part of an order to come back into stock before shipping. Not saying its right, just a hunch.

[Drubbing]

I've always wondered why some orders I've placed elsewhere sit processing for a while. My only thought it that they are waiting for an item or two that was part of an order to come back into stock before shipping. Not saying its right, just a hunch.

Nope, they usually list something as OOS, when that's the case. So you can't actually order stuff that they don't have in.

I posted to see if others were having the same issues, and it appears they do.

[Leon]

Hi gents,

Sorry about some of you getting a subpar service, I always try to do the best.
In the beginning of this year, it happened about everything that could.
Some products I had in stock were damaged during a restock and while they were already meant to be shipped, I had to order some more. Then, the delivery of these products were also messed up by our local postal service. It took a week for those to get here.
And in top of that, I've had some technical difficulties with my email. I don't know why, but some mail servers from my customers claim that my mail server has a "MTA poor reputation", whatever that is. I have still to get this solved with my ISP.
So, I'm sorry if I wasn't able to serve all of you like I'd like to.

[Mpugh77]

I ordered an Semogue OC brush on Dec 29 that was shipped out on Jan 4. For me, I just took that as being a "holiday delay." No worries here as I am anxiously awaiting my 1st boar. All the best to you Leon. :thumbup:

[Easttexasman]

I am itching to try the O'Melhor and Top Secret cream.Do you expect them to be in stock soon?

Paul

[Mike Schutz]

GIVE BRUNO A BREAK

It was the holiday season, your dealing with balky systems and governments. If sh*t can happen it will happen now. I run a retail specialty store and know what can happen. I know what it's like to work 8 days a week, especially durring this season, and still have things go haywire.

Thank you Bruno for all that you do for us. I'm looking forward to many more Semogues and LaToja in the future.

[Drubbing]

GIVE BRUNO A BREAK

It was the holiday season, your dealing with balky systems and governments. If sh*t can happen it will happen now. I run a retail specialty store and know what can happen. I know what it's like to work 8 days a week, especially durring this season, and still have things go haywire.

Thank you Bruno for all that you do for us. I'm looking forward to many more Semogues and LaToja in the future.

I ordered after the holiday period; it's common sense to avoid that time if you can. My previous order was two or three months prior to that.

Emails asking about status of both orders went ignored. Bruno has explained why. That was one a purpose of the post, it's good he's been able to eloaborate.

I've previously had excellent service from Bruno and will shortly order the Floid that I forgot.

[Leon]

Thanks gents for your kind compliments.


I am itching to try the O'Melhor and Top Secret cream.Do you expect them to be in stock soon?

Paul

Oh yes, I hope this month I can have some Top Secret and Veleiro cream along a new cologne from the same factory. Getting O Melhor will be tougher, though.

[Mpugh77]

Awesome birthday present--my Semogue OC brush and La Toja cream came in the mail today. If the La Toja stick smells anything like the cream, I must definitely buy some. :thumbup1:

[OldSchoolYoungin]

Just wanted to give a big thumbs up to Leon and Vintage Scent!

Originally, I ordered x4 444 AS Gel but Leon was generous enough to include a bar of Confianca O Melhor Pre-shave soap :thumbup1:

The package arrived in about a week, which I consider pretty damn good considering it's coming from Portugal :001_smile

444 is a fantastic product, so far, and the O Melhor is showing it's promise, too; used both for the shave tonight and I'm very satisfied :thumbup:

[tchmango]

I have had good experience with Leon and Vintage. Prompt replies to my inquiry and replacement of lost goods without question. He has gone above and beyond my expectations. Thanks Leon for taking care of me!!

[Leon]

Dear Customer,

I have some new stock of the much acclaimed shaving creams Veleiro and Top Secret from the Portuguese company Confianca.
I also have a new Cologne from that same company - Confianca Limited Edition Eau de Cologne.

http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/CON_AC_MED.jpg (http://vintagescent.com/colognes-c-8/confianca-limited-edition-eau-de-cologne-p-109)

Best regards

Bruno

[Easttexasman]

I am not seeing any Top Secret cream on your site.Also will the O Melhor cream going to be available soon?I would like to order both.

Paul

[Leon]

I am not seeing any Top Secret cream on your site.Also will the O Melhor cream going to be available soon?I would like to order both.

Paul

Hi Paul,

The Top Secret was sold out quickly, but I have some Veleiro left, if you want.
I'll try to restock some Top Secret by the end of the month or early February.
At the moment, I won't be carrying any O Melhor product.

[Mitsimonsta]

Leon;

I have had an order placed and payment completed for well over a week now, and still shows as 'processing', no information forthcoming on any issues that may be holding it up. It is order #2139, all items still show as in stock.

The more troubling side is that I have sent an email regarding it, but have received no reply yet. You have however posted to this thread in the meantime.

Are you still having email troubles? I have no spam filtering on the email address, so there should be no issue with mail getting through from you to me.

[Leon]

Joel, you just sent you a PM with details on your order.

[Mitsimonsta]

Thankyou for your smart attention on this, however I get the distinct feeling that I was rushed through as I have made some noise here.

I know of two other orders in your system right now that both are eventually headed for Australia. Both have been marked as processing for a while. I hate to have my order processed and sent while I have two friends who have not.

If I may make a suggestion, you can get Google to host your mail domain and get 50 free email addresses (http://www.google.com/apps/intl/pt-PT/group/index.html) if your ISP's email is this unreliable. Your ISP should be able to help you set this up, I converted my workplace to this system and it works well. We were able to get an increase to 200 email boxes for free a number of years ago and the price is great!

[Leon]

Gentlemen,

I'm proud to announce the first Semogue brush stuffed with the very exclusive 2 band Finest badger hair. This rare hair comes from the North of China from the badger species "Meles Meles" also known as European Badger or Eurasian Badger. It provides great backbone and very soft white tips which makes this brush great for either soaps or creams.

After the great success of the 2010 Limited Edition brush, this Semogue 2 band sets another milestone that Semogue achieves in the exquisite badger brush market.

This fine brush is totally made by hand from start to finish. The handle is hand turned by a skilled woodsman and later is hand sanded one by one. Then, the knot is made by the master craftsman using the traditional methods passed by past generations to provide the best performing brush.

The knot has a 24 mm diameter and 53 mm height. The handle is 57 mm tall and has 37 mm in its widest point. The beautiful wooden handle is made of cherry wood and has the SOC engraving on the side and the vintage Semogue logo engraved on the base.

The Semogue Owners Club brushes are available exclusively here at Vintage Scent (http://vintagescent.com/shaving-brushes-c-5/semogue-owners-club-2-band-brush-p-110).

http://vintagescent.com/images/large/smg_2b_soc_LRG.jpg (http://vintagescent.com/shaving-brushes-c-5/semogue-owners-club-2-band-brush-p-110)

Also, don't forget to check my straight razors I'm putting for sale in the next days.

Best regards

Bruno

[kooshman7]

Looks great Bruno! I'm going to hold off for the barrel shaped one though. :thumbup:

[Montecristo #2]

Leon

Got my 444. Thanks for sending it over! Great stuff.

[Leon]

Gents,

In order to solve the communication problems with some customer mails (the dreaded "MTA poor reputation" message), my ISP is going to migrate my account to a new server, hoping this will solve the problem.
So, my website and email might suffer some downtime during this day.

Thank you for your comprehension.

Best regards

[Mitsimonsta]

Just a follow-up to my previous posts, my package from Bruno arrived today, well inside the 2 weeks that I expected after feedback from other Aussie shavers. :thumbup1:

Thanks Bruno, just get that email sorted si?

[Leon]

Just a follow-up to my previous posts, my package from Bruno arrived today, well inside the 2 weeks that I expected after feedback from other Aussie shavers. :thumbup1:

Thanks Bruno, just get that email sorted si?

Yes, I managed to schedule this weekend my account migration to another server, according to my ISP, this should solve these kind of problems.
Keeping my fingers crossed.

[PozzSka]

Leon, is there a best way to track shipments coming from Vintage Scent? My purchase is marked as shipped with a package #, but I don't know how to track it, if possible? Thanks.

[Leon]

Hi,

Copy that nr and paste it in the USPS.com on the "Track & Confirm" box then click "Go".


Leon, is there a best way to track shipments coming from Vintage Scent? My purchase is marked as shipped with a package #, but I don't know how to track it, if possible? Thanks.

[PozzSka]

Hi,

Copy that nr and paste it in the USPS.com on the "Track & Confirm" box then click "Go".

I tried that...must not be in the US yet. Thanks.

[Drubbing]

Tracking never works for me. I bought from VS 4 times and my tracking info stops at Lisbon airport departure.

Usually takes 12-14 days to Aus anyway.

[Leon]

Hi gents,

The Semogue Owners Club boar brush is now available in Cherry Wood :001_tt1:

Enjoy!

http://vintagescent.com/images/large/smg_soc_cw_LRG.jpg

[steveism]

Hello Leon,
I'm interested in placing an order for some soap and a brush. One quick question. The site mentions that the shipping cost would be €7.50 "per unit." Does that mean shipping would cost €7.50 per each individual item I'm buying or the shipping cost is €7.50 for all the items total? Thank you.
Regards,
Steve

[Leon]

Hello Leon,
I'm interested in placing an order for some soap and a brush. One quick question. The site mentions that the shipping cost would be €7.50 "per unit." Does that mean shipping would cost €7.50 per each individual item I'm buying or the shipping cost is €7.50 for all the items total? Thank you.
Regards,
Steve

Hi,

It's €7.50 for all items.

Thanks

[Drewser]

Hey Leon,
I've been watching your site with the hopes of buying some Veleiro aftershave splash and/or balm, but it's been out of stock for some time. Do you expect to have them back in stock any time soon?
Thanks!

[Leon]

Hey Leon,
I've been watching your site with the hopes of buying some Veleiro aftershave splash and/or balm, but it's been out of stock for some time. Do you expect to have them back in stock any time soon?
Thanks!

I'll order some in the near future.

[shaveBandito]

Does "banded imitation badger" mean that the hair is some sort of synthetic hair made to look like badger? Or am I missing something? I suspect that given the price of real boar/badger brushes, there would be a low demand for synthetics. Please help me understand this. By the way, I am seriously contemplating one of your "owner's club cherry" brushes and wondering if the "imitation badger would be a good buy.

[PozzSka]

Does "banded imitation badger" mean that the hair is some sort of synthetic hair made to look like badger? Or am I missing something? I suspect that given the price of real boar/badger brushes, there would be a low demand for synthetics. Please help me understand this. By the way, I am seriously contemplating one of your "owner's club cherry" brushes and wondering if the "imitation badger would be a good buy.

The banded imitation badger" are just boar hairs dyed to look like badger markings.

Unsolicited opinion: the quality of these are great (i have the 830 and 1460) and dealing with Leon is great...great vendor.

[Drubbing]

Leon, there's an anti-banding movement brewing. More and more people would prefer their boars looked look one, instead of trying to pretend they are badgers.

They don't need to, they can stand on their own merits. I realise banding is a historical thing, but doesn't explain why Semogue still produces some of their brushes banded and some pure blonde - even their premium brushes are often banded.

[Leon]

Leon, there's an anti-banding movement brewing. More and more people would prefer their boars looked look one, instead of trying to pretend they are badgers.

They don't need to, they can stand on their own merits. I realise banding is a historical thing, but doesn't explain why Semogue still produces some of their brushes banded and some pure blonde - even their premium brushes are often banded.

I know, I'll have some news about it very soon, stay tuned.

[fluffman86]

I know, I'll have some news about it very soon, stay tuned.

:w00t: Sounds fun! Can't Wait!

[JeffJ]

Got my 1305 today. Great brush. Two weeks in transit Portugal postmark to delivery in California. Good to go. Thanks!

[WoodfordReserve-Neat]

I would like a bottle of Spanish Floid. How much including shipped to US ?
Is there a way to do a quick PayPal Checkout ?
I bought a Vintage bottle a while back and liked it but would like to compare it to a new bottle. You can PM me if you like.
TIA

[Leon]

OK James, PM on the way.

[Leon]

Dear Customer,

I have some great products back in stock from Confianca.

- Veleiro shaving cream
- Top Secret shaving cream
- Confianca Limited Edition Eau de Cologne

Best regards

[Easttexasman]

Dear Customer,

I have some great products back in stock from Confianca.

- Veleiro shaving cream
- Top Secret shaving cream
- Confianca Limited Edition Eau de Cologne

Best regards

Thanks for getting the Top Secret back in stock.I have been wanting this cream for months.I put my order in this morning.

Now I need the O'Melhor cream.


Paul

[Harvitz81]

Veleiro and Top Secret are great shaving creams! If you are a fan of Musgo Real then pick these up. Hmm.....maybe I need backup tubes?

[WoodfordReserve-Neat]

Any future plans for an express checkout with PayPal ?
I really don't understand the market strategy for having to become a member in order to purchase? Unless, it is to be on a (Politely ) mailing notification list.
I would have bought several items from you with an express checkout option. I refuse to join any membership in order to order....So, I just went to ebay and bought a vintage bottle of Spanish Floid instead of joining an exclusive club...far more simplistic to do a BIN there. I would guess your checkout system will deter buyers as myself. I mean, take Bullgoose as example. I buy an awful lot of stuff from them via their express checkout. No exclusive membership required.
PM me if you ever have a non-membership express checkout.

[chicken neck]

Veleiro and Top Secret are great shaving creams! If you are a fan of Musgo Real then pick these up. Hmm.....maybe I need backup tubes?

[/I]

I really like Musgo Real but cannot use it as it gives me a slight burning sensation. Am I likely to get the same reaction with these two creams?

[Leon]

Any future plans for an express checkout with PayPal ?
I really don't understand the market strategy for having to become a member in order to purchase? Unless, it is to be on a (Politely ) mailing notification list.
I would have bought several items from you with an express checkout option. I refuse to join any membership in order to order....So, I just went to ebay and bought a vintage bottle of Spanish Floid instead of joining an exclusive club...far more simplistic to do a BIN there. I would guess your checkout system will deter buyers as myself. I mean, take Bullgoose as example. I buy an awful lot of stuff from them via their express checkout. No exclusive membership required.
PM me if you ever have a non-membership express checkout.

Thanks James, I'll study a way and prepare my shop software to be able to process orders with that kind checkout.

[Harvitz81]

[/I]

I really like Musgo Real but cannot use it as it gives me a slight burning sensation. Am I likely to get the same reaction with these two creams?

Probably. The burning you are getting is likely due to the lanolin content of Musgo, which Veleiro and Top Secret both have. Do you by chance get the same reaction with MWF?

[Islander]

Probably. The burning you are getting is likely due to the lanolin content of Musgo, which Veleiro and Top Secret both have. Do you by chance get the same reaction with MWF?

I would disagree... :blush:
I´ve seen many complain about having a reaction to Musgo and many come to the conclusion that it should be from the fragrances used.
Never heard of a reaction on Veleiro or Top Secret untill now on the other hand, which gives some credit to that thinking.

Lanolin gets a lot of blame and some even go to the extent of saying it´s a known irritant, which is plain ridiculous....

[Harvitz81]

I would disagree... :blush:
I´ve seen many complain about having a reaction to Musgo and many come to the conclusion that it should be from the fragrances used.
Never heard of a reaction on Veleiro or Top Secret untill now on the other hand, which gives some credit to that thinking.

Lanolin gets a lot of blame and some even go to the extent of saying it´s a known irritant, which is plain ridiculous....

Some people are allergic to lanolin which is why I asked about MWF as many people have reactions to that and it doesn't really contain any fragrances.

Might not hear of reactions to veleiro or top secret as they are vastly less used than MWF or Musgo.

[Leon]

Hello gents,

Now my shop has a new payment method - Paypal Express Checkout for a faster and simpler purchase process without having to log on before proceeding to checkout.
Now, a new button "Checkout with Paypal" is available in the shopping cart with will lead you to the login page of your paypal account and continue the payment through there.

https://www.paypal.com/en_US/i/btn/btn_xpressCheckout.gif

[nav]

Hello gents,

Now my shop has a new payment method - Paypal Express Checkout for a faster and simpler purchase process without having to log on before proceeding to checkout.
Now, a new button "Checkout with Paypal" is available in the shopping cart with will lead you to the login page of your paypal account and continue the payment through there.

https://www.paypal.com/en_US/i/btn/btn_xpressCheckout.gif

Good move :thumbup:

I think a lot of people will appreciate this. I didn't mind signing up 18 months ago as I knew I would be a return customer :tongue_sm

[WoodfordReserve-Neat]

Thanks James, I'll study a way and prepare my shop software to be able to process orders with that kind checkout.

Great !
I will surely be buying some things when you do have it.
Regards

[Balj86]

Hey Leon,

I just wanted to know, after placing an order and seeing that it has been shipped, how do you track it with the number given?

Thanks,
Balaji

[Doodi1]

Great Service from Leon.
Ordered a Semogue 830 from Vintage Scent, shpped out the next day on 02-04-11 from Portugal. it was delivered yesterday on 03-21-11. Not bad at all for an International shipment.:thumbup1:

[Leon]

Dear Customer,

I have some new Semogue brushes for you.

Semogue 820 in Red (http://vintagescent.com/shaving-brushes-c-5/semogue-820-red-shaving-brush-p-117)
http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/smg_sb_820R_MED.jpg

Semogue 820 in Black (http://vintagescent.com/shaving-brushes-c-5/semogue-820-black-shaving-brush-p-116)
http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/smg_sb_820B_MED.jpg

Semogue 610 in Red (http://vintagescent.com/shaving-brushes-c-5/semogue-610-red-shaving-brush-p-114)
http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/smg_sb_610R_MED.jpg

Semogue 610 in Black (http://vintagescent.com/shaving-brushes-c-5/semogue-610-black-shaving-brush-p-115)
http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/smg_sb_610B_MED.jpg


Best regards

Bruno

[bluemantra]

Dear Customer,

I have some new Semogue brushes for you.

Semogue 820 in Red (http://vintagescent.com/shaving-brushes-c-5/semogue-820-red-shaving-brush-p-117)
http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/smg_sb_820R_MED.jpg

Semogue 820 in Black (http://vintagescent.com/shaving-brushes-c-5/semogue-820-black-shaving-brush-p-116)
http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/smg_sb_820B_MED.jpg

Semogue 610 in Red (http://vintagescent.com/shaving-brushes-c-5/semogue-610-red-shaving-brush-p-114)
http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/smg_sb_610R_MED.jpg

Semogue 610 in Black (http://vintagescent.com/shaving-brushes-c-5/semogue-610-black-shaving-brush-p-115)
http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/smg_sb_610B_MED.jpg


Best regards

Bruno

Bruno,

Is the 610 a remake of the 2010 Custom Boar Brush?

[PozzSka]

Bruno,

Is the 610 a remake of the 2010 Custom Boar Brush?

And, a related question...is the 820 the same as the 830? They are the same knot diameter and loft, both are 90% tops, but the new one is blond vs the 830 being banded.

[Leon]

Hi


Bruno,
Is the 610 a remake of the 2010 Custom Boar Brush?

Not quite. The bristles are not of the same grade. The Best 90% Tops is a great, underated bristles grade and perform great.


And, a related question...is the 820 the same as the 830? They are the same knot diameter and loft, both are 90% tops, but the new one is blond vs the 830 being banded.

They are almost the same, except the dyed band and the bristles grade.

[PozzSka]

Hi



Not quite. The bristles are not of the same grade. The Best 90% Tops is a great, underated bristles grade and perform great.



They are almost the same, except the dyed band and the bristles grade.

Thanks for the follow-up!

[bluemantra]

Leon are you planning stock the Spanish Floid in Vigoros or will it be the Suave for the foreseeable future?

[Leon]

Leon are you planning stock the Spanish Floid in Vigoros or will it be the Suave for the foreseeable future?

I'm afraid I only have access to the Suave version.

[slap1914]

Hi Leon,

Please send me a PM with the status of order #2458.

Thanks!

[Leon]

Dear Customer,

I have some new Confianca products for you.

«Top Secret» Aftershave Splash Classic Bottle
http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/cnf_ts_as_cb_MED.JPG (http://vintagescent.com/aftershave-splashes-c-3/top-secret-aftershave-splash-classic-bottle-p-120)

«Top Secret» Eau de Cologne Classic Bottle
http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/cnf_ts_ec_cb_MED.JPG (http://vintagescent.com/colognes-c-8/top-secret-eau-de-cologne-classic-bottle-p-119)

«Veleiro» Eau de Cologne Classic Bottle
http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/cnf_vl_ec_cb_MED.JPG (http://vintagescent.com/colognes-c-8/veleiro-eau-de-cologne-classic-bottle-p-118)


Best regards

Bruno

Vintage Scent - www.VintageScent.com

[Leon]

Happy Birthday Vintage Scent!

In order to celebrate our 3rd anniversary, we'll make a 20% off discount on every product starting tomorrow, Thursday, the 26th, at midnight (GMT timezone), so be sure to grab this opportunity to have our great products at an amazing price!

[superbleu]

Congratulations Leon!!!!

[Doodi1]

Happy Birthday and congratualtions!:thumbup:

[MarkStar]

Congrats and thanks for the continued great service!

[urkel]

also wish your company a happy b-day. had i held out on purchasing my 610 i could've cut the cost a bit but well worth the extra to have now. with your generous 20% discount i might have to do the 1305. best wishes

[CrowdedHouse]

LOL don't believe it..ordered 2 tubes of LaToja SC today....

Oh well, only about €2..but we all like a bargain !

Happy Birthday :thumbup1:

[PrimeCipher]

Happy Birthday Vintage Scent!

In order to celebrate our 3rd anniversary, we'll make a 20% off discount on every product starting tomorrow, Thursday, the 26th, at midnight (GMT timezone), so be sure to grab this opportunity to have our great products at an amazing price!

Happy Anniversary! Thank you for the great discount, just bought two brushes order no. 2714, can't wait to receive them!

[Froggy]

with your generous 20% discount i might have to do the 1305. best wishes

The 1305 is selling for $19 shipped! You won't find a better price then that.
:happybday: Vintage Scent!

[Vintage Razor]

I ordered a 1305 brush as I have been wanting to try one for some time now. I had to order one with the 20% off.. Semogue are one of my favorite brushes.

[oversaturn]

:w00t::w00t::w00t::w00t::w00t:

[slap1914]

I ordered a SOC in Cherry. My collection of Semogue boars continues to grow!

[rearviewmirror]

Congrats Leon! Hope you have many more years of prosperity

[JPDyson]

Barrel-handled SOC Boar, PLEASE!!! :001_tt2:

[PozzSka]

Congrats to Bruno and VS!

The SOC is my favorite boar (my only boar now).

[elrjblue]

How do I get the discount - site asks for a code?

Been looking at a 610 - if i can get the discount - have to pull the trigger.

[Doodi1]

Bruno and Leon, how does the discount work? Yesterday i checked and prices were already marked down 20%, today they are back up to regular prices. Was it a one day sale? If not, when will the sale be over?

[kooshman7]

That's how it goes for the discount. When May 26th came around all prices for all stock on the website is reduced 20%. Nothing had to be entered or such, just ordered. Unfortunately it was one day only so it was missed out on. :sad:

[Doodi1]

Oh well, i wish they had mentioned it was a one day sale.:sad:

[jwilock]

Wow. I wish it was clear this was only a one day sale. Was all set to order one or two at the discounted price. I'll pass now.

[kooshman7]

Now that I look back on it you're right I don't see it mentioned when it would end, but Leon has done this type of sale in the past and it was only one day from those times so that's what I was going by.

[Mr. Styptic]

I can't be upset with Leon, because he didn't have to offer any discount in the first place. But I'm disappointed because I was on his site yesterday and would have ordered then instead of stopping to think about what I wanted before going back today.

A 20% discount easily overcomes my resistance to my ADs, but full prices kill temptation. No sale.

[jwilock]

I can't be upset with Leon, because he didn't have to offer any discount in the first place. But I'm disappointed because I was on his site yesterday and would have ordered then instead of stopping to think about what I wanted before going back today.

A 20% discount easily overcomes my resistance to my ADs, but full prices kill temptation. No sale.

Yeah. Same with me. I decided to do a little research to see which one, or ones, I might want and next time I went back the prices were back to normal. Oh well. Next time I guess.

[Mike Schutz]

I'm on B&B twice a day and still managed to miss this. I guess that's one way to save some money. A 'want' can always be tempted by a sale and my Semogue AD always has a 'want' or two. But a 'need' will always give in, sale or no sale. Since I missed it (my fault), Leon looses. Maybe a new introductoin may tempt my 'needs'. Wait till next time.:001_rolle

[kooshman7]

Semogue AD manages to find a way to me even when it shouldn't have a way of it finding its way to me! :wink2:

[Leon]

Hi gents,

Sorry if I wasn't clear enough about the sales discount. The sale was only during the 24 hours of the anniversary of my shop. I should have stated that this would end at midnight in my country (GMT timezone).

[brucered]

Hi gents,

Sorry if I wasn't clear enough about the sales discount. The sale was only during the 24 hours of the anniversary of my shop. I should have stated that this would end at midnight in my country (GMT timezone).

ah man....missed it by 21 days :001_rolle

hoping something else comes up as far as a code. looking to order a Semogue Brush that i don't really need, but want :001_tt1:

[PozzSka]

So, what's the story with the Semogue Caravela?

I've seen a few post about it, but the page is in Portugese (which I do no read). It looks nice, and I'm a sucker for an LE brush...

what is it?

EDIT: used google translate...badger/boar mix LE, with no announcement, or did I completely miss it?

[kooshman7]

The Semogue Caravela is a brush for the two forums http://www.barbearclassico.com/ and http://www.foroafeitado.com. You didn't miss any announcement here as there wasn't one at least for here. Of course I don't know it all as it's hard to know everything that's going on totally with google translate, but mere language barriers didn't prevent me from ordering one! :laugh:

[oversaturn]

The Semogue Caravela is a Limited Edition brush for the Portuguese and Spanish wet-shaving forums. The knot is a boar/badger mix: 50% Finest badger (the same type of hair used the SOC 2-band) and 50% Premium 90% tops boar bristles (like in the 1305 and 830 models).

And it comes with a nice engraving in the handle: :001_smile

http://i1088.photobucket.com/albums/i338/ejcoelho/P1040087.jpg

[kooshman7]

So that's where 77 went.... :laugh:

69 made it's way to my house today! :001_tt1:

[rearviewmirror]

just ordered a Caravela and some 444!

[_MementoMori_]

I ordered my Caravela yesterday too. The addition of this brush means that a full HALF of my brush collection is now Semogue! The other half is Rooney, Kent, and Ralph Lauren.

[reyrascon]

So is the Caravela now a regular production brush?

[nathanb]

So is the Caravela now a regular production brush?

Not that I know of, but there were some extras from the LE run that were being sold on Vintage Scent's website.

[Leon]

So is the Caravela now a regular production brush?

Hi gents.

No, there were only 100 made.

[Omega_baby]

i gave in too......


edit: and just saw they are sold out!!!!

[Leon]

Dear Customer,

I'm glad to inform you that I have back on stock several products that have many loyal followers:

Veleiro Shaving Cream

Top Secret Shaving Cream

Confianca Eau de Cologne

Veleiro Eau de Cologne

Top Secret Eau de Cologne

Top Secret After Shave

[Leon]

Dear Customer,

The shop will be closed from 5th August until 15th August. No orders will be shipped in that period, but I'll have access to the email messages and will reply in a timely fashion.
I have also a new brush for you. I'm glad to inform you that I have a new boar brush exclusively here at Vintage Scent for you, after 15th August:

The new 2030 Boar Edition, the perfect travel partner:

Semogue 2030B Boar Brush

http://vintagescent.com/bmz_cache/a/a9f6a931c5b4898bf94cc7838f09da11.image.90x120.jpg
(http://vintagescent.com/shaving-brushes-c-5/semogue-2030b-shaving-brush-p-122)
Best regards

[Leon]

Hi gents,

I have a couple of very rare NOS Filarmonica straight razors for sale - one
"Especial para Barbas Duras" and one "Medallon Taurino".

Filarmonica Medallon Taurino
(http://vintagescent.com/straight-razors-c-9/13-medallon-taurino-p-127)

Filarmonica Especial para Barbas Duras
(http://vintagescent.com/straight-razors-c-9/14-especial-para-barbas-duras-p-58)

[Leon]

Dear Customer,

The new Semogue Limited Edition 2011 shaving brushes are here.
This time, Semogue has provided an array of shaving brushes for both boar and badger lovers. This LE lets customers choose between boar or badger hair and the size of the knot.
The boar knot is made of Special Grade boar, only used once back in the LE 2009. It has the same hair, with one dyed band. It's labeled Finest Bristle and has proven to be the top bristle available everywhere since 2009 and now it's back.
The badger knot is made of Finest Badger hair, a two banded hair from European badger (Meles Meles). This special kind of hair has been chosen because of its soft tips and strong backbone to load and lather any kind of soap or cream.
The handle of these brushes is also something unique. It was specially designed for this special occasion. Its vintage shape has been based on the first Semogue brush handles, made over 50 years ago. Its ergonomically enhanced shape provided comfortable grip and control of the brush. The material is also new, it's never been used in any other handle. It's a very strong and tough, marble-like black acrylic fiber with some faint veins that give a classy and vintage look. As always, the base of the handle will have the Semogue LE signature - the brush number, the Semogue logo and the year of production 2011. On the bottom side of the handle, it will also be engraved the kind of knot it is - Finest Bristle or Finest Badger, and the size of it - size 1 or 2. Each of these 4 models will be numbered from 1 to 100.
With this new brushes, Semogue also presents you the new Semogue logo. The old Excelsior logo will now be deprecated.
These brushes are in the finishing stage and are ready to be shipped next week, but you can pre-order now.
Enjoy this unique opportunity to own one of this remarkable brushes. Don't miss it.

Here's a video showing all the details of these brushes. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6roeDFqjqk4&feature=autoshare)

Finest Badger size 1

http://vintagescent.com/images/smg_le_2011_badger_1.jpg (http://vintagescent.com/shaving-brushes-c-5/semogue-limited-edition-2011-finest-badger-size-1-p-125)

Finest Badger size 2

http://vintagescent.com/images/smg_le_2011_badger_2.jpg (http://vintagescent.com/shaving-brushes-c-5/semogue-limited-edition-2011-finest-badger-size-2-p-126)

Finest Bristle size 1

http://vintagescent.com/images/smg_le_2011_boar_1.jpg (http://vintagescent.com/shaving-brushes-c-5/semogue-limited-edition-2011-finest-bristle-size-1-p-123)

Finest Bristle size 2

http://vintagescent.com/images/smg_le_2011_boar_2.jpg (http://vintagescent.com/shaving-brushes-c-5/semogue-limited-edition-2011-finest-bristle-size-2-p-124)

Best regards

Bruno

Vintage Scent - www.VintageScent.com (http://www.vintagescent.com)

[AndreasDK]

It is a beautiful brush.

I hope the handle will be used for other Semogues along the way.

[Angry__Panda]

OH sure, just advertise it more before the person shopping for my Xmas gift can get there!!!!

Just kidding of course. Another great looking brush. You guys should check the video cause the pictures don't show off the great like grain/texture of the handle and you can see it a bit better in the video. I am hoping my Xmas shopper gets on it before they are sold out.

[Doodi1]

Placed an order for the Size 2 badger and some La Toja After shaves.:w00t:

[Leon]

I wish all of my friends and customers a Merry Christmas

[dougr]

Thanks Bruno and Merry Christmas to you. Also, thanks for the excellent customer service and quality products over the years. Doug

[oversaturn]

Merry Christmas, my friend!

[Balj86]

Happy New Year Leon!

[Leon]

Dear Customer,


The wait is over. I have, finally, the most popular Semogue brushes back in stock:


- Semogue Owners Club 2 Band in Ash Wood - a new entry!


- Semogue Owners Club 2 Band in Cherry Wood


- Semogue Owners Club Boar in Ash Wood


- Semogue Owners Club Boar in Cherry Wood


- And the iconic Semogue 1305


Best regards


Bruno

[dougr]

Good to hear from you Bruno; are you having any problems with cost increases like some shops in Italy and Spain? I am still enjoying my collection of Semogue LE's and the 2008/9 badger with horn handle is still the favorite. Kindest regards, Doug

[Leon]

Good to hear from you Bruno; are you having any problems with cost increases like some shops in Italy and Spain? I am still enjoying my collection of Semogue LE's and the 2008/9 badger with horn handle is still the favorite. Kindest regards, Doug

No, I've been able to sustain the prices for quite a while now, even though the hair (both boar and badger) have been increasing.

Your favorite Semogue is the LE from 2008 in horn? That's a relic! Keep it! I love mine too (and it's the #1) :001_tt2:

[leonidas]

....will they ever make another limited run of the Semogue Caravela???

.......many of us were left out in the cold.........

[craig87c]

....will they ever make another limited run of the Semogue Caravela???

.......many of us were left out in the cold.........

Even a regular production of it would be great.

[Leon]

Gents, at the moment, as far as I know, there aren't plans to make that kind of knot again.

If I ever find out something about it, I'll notify everyone, naturally.

[leonidas]

Gents, at the moment, as far as I know, there aren't plans to make that kind of knot again.

If I ever find out something about it, I'll notify everyone, naturally.


...fate........why are you so cruel???

[Leon]

Dear Customer,

The Vintage Scent has a new website.

There are some new features:

- Non-European Union residents will have an automatic reduction of 23% of the regular price because of the exemption of VAT.
- New and improved navigation system
- New and clear design

I hope you'll find this website to your liking.

Best regards

Bruno

[redrako]

Dear Customer,

The Vintage Scent has a new website.

There are some new features:

- Non-European Union residents will have an automatic reduction of 23% of the regular price because of the exemption of VAT.
- New and improved navigation system
- New and clear design

I hope you'll find this website to your liking.

Best regards

Bruno

Bruno,

The new site loads much faster than the old one (the old one wasn't bad). I like how you can select different currencies at the upper right corner and the site seems to remember that selection, unlike the previous site that occasionally would loose that selected choice.

My one suggestion, which I realize may be beyond your control, would be to go back to the original color scheme of Vintage Scent. The dark green color scheme looked great and was unique marketing tool that set Vintage Scent apart.

I am eagerly awaiting the arrival of a Semogue 1250 which will make my fourth brush purchased from Vintage Scent. My Semogue 1305, 1800 and 1470 all are used regularly and provide great lathers. Despite the obvious shipping times from Portugal to the east coast of the U.S., Vintage Scent has always provided first-quality service - Thank You!

[itaforte]

Nice new site!

[wimbouman]

My one suggestion, which I realize may be beyond your control, would be to go back to the original color scheme of Vintage Scent. The dark green color scheme looked great and was unique marketing tool that set Vintage Scent apart.

Yep, I also liked the old look better!

[Leon]

Thanks gents!

I'll keep that dark green remark in mind. I'll tweak the scheme of the site as soon as I have some time off.

[itsmedave]

Great prices. Ordered the Semogue Owners Club Cherry Wood Boar Brush yesterday. Cannot wait for it to arrive.

[Balj86]

Bruno, the site is just superb!

[Obiwan]

I just checked out the new site. I think it's got some sort of a magical hold on the viewer. I felt hypnotized and bought a brush without giving it a second thought. Usually I ponder it briefly for a few mintues before caving. The new site has a "guilt free buying" feel to it. Well done!

[Leon]

I just checked out the new site. I think it's got some sort of a magical hold on the viewer. I felt hypnotized and bought a brush without giving it a second thought. Usually I ponder it briefly for a few mintues before caving. The new site has a "guilt free buying" feel to it. Well done!

That's the whole idea! :laugh:

[Leon]

Yep, I also liked the old look better!

I've been playing with the color schema and change the background to the green the old site had.

[brucered]

I just checked out the new site. I think it's got some sort of a magical hold on the viewer. I felt hypnotized and bought a brush without giving it a second thought. Usually I ponder it briefly for a few mintues before caving. The new site has a "guilt free buying" feel to it. Well done!

me too. i ordered a SOC without hesitation, which is not my usual way of purchasing :ohmy:

[elmango]

Just ordered my first real brush from Bruno! Very excited to get a Semogue 730 to try out. So far have only used a small travel brush...

[cvac]

Just ordered my first real brush from Bruno! Very excited to get a Semogue 730 to try out. So far have only used a small travel brush...

The Silvertip badger hair Semogue uses is unbelievably soft and luxurious. Make sure you try out one of their boar brushes too...I am more of a Silvertip guy but I was very, very impressed with the inexpensive 1250 boar. So much that I have a 2030B on the way.

[elmango]

The Silvertip badger hair Semogue uses is unbelievably soft and luxurious. Make sure you try out one of their boar brushes too...I am more of a Silvertip guy but I was very, very impressed with the inexpensive 1250 boar. So much that I have a 2030B on the way.

That's very interesting to know, given all the discussions on this forum about badger vs boar brushes I assumed I'd never get a boar brush. Will see about adding one to this order.

By the way, can anyone enlighten me as to why some wet shavers get so many brushes? It appears reading various threads that some will use different brushes in a single week. It seems I'm inclined to just use the brush I like most all the time.

[brucered]

That's very interesting to know, given all the discussions on this forum about badger vs boar brushes I assumed I'd never get a boar brush. Will see about adding one to this order.

By the way, can anyone enlighten me as to why some wet shavers get so many brushes? It appears reading various threads that some will use different brushes in a single week. It seems I'm inclined to just use the brush I like most all the time.\

variety of handle shapes, soaps vs creams (some work better with hard soaps then others), multiple boars for dry times in between. mix it up, keep it fun and interesting.

[Leon]

\

variety of handle shapes, soaps vs creams (some work better with hard soaps then others), multiple boars for dry times in between. mix it up, keep it fun and interesting.

+1 on Bruce.

Just to add some more variables: distinct badger and boar hair types; distinct diameter; distinct loft.

There are so many choices, you'll have to see what works best for you.

[Leon]

Sometimes people ask me how to prepare the brush before shaving. Here's my method. Fill a container with warm (not hot!) water and put a support below. This way the brush is perfectly upside down without risking to fall to the sides.
Don't use hot water for Christ's sake! I can't repeat this enough. Also, don't use too much water. The water level should be at most at 1 cm from the base of the knot. Don't go any nearer than that.


http://img687.imageshack.us/img687/1720/sam1423h.jpg

[maxzoran]

Why warm water?



Sometimes people ask me how to prepare the brush before shaving. Here's my method. Fill a container with warm (not hot!) water and put a support below. This way the brush is perfectly upside down without risking to fall to the sides.
Don't use hot water for Christ's sake! I can't repeat this enough. Also, don't use too much water. The water level should be at most at 1 cm from the base of the knot. Don't go any nearer than that.


http://img687.imageshack.us/img687/1720/sam1423h.jpg

[brucered]

Why warm water?

i use hot tap water and go up to just under the metal ring. i have been doing it with my 1035 and LE2 without any issues.

sometimes it falls in while i'm showering, sometimes it stays up.

the 5-10min it may be submerged in water isn't going to harm it. if i leave it in there overnight, it may be a different story, but even then, i don't think a few minutes in water is going to damage the handle or knot.

[Leon]

Hello my friends.


I'm taking a break for a few days.


I won't have access to my emails, nor the forums.


I'll see you all on May 1st.


'Till then!

[insomniac]

Enjoy your break, Leon!

[Leon]

Dear Customer,


The Vintage Scent is celebrating its 4th anniversary.


During the day of May 24th, all products will have a 20% off discount.


Don't miss this chance to get your favorite products at an unbeatable price!


Best regards


Bruno

[sp514]

Just got a newsletter about it. Congratulations on the 4th anniversary and thanks for the great discount!

[redrako]

SOC just ordered, thanks Leon. Congratulations on starting year five, I wish you profitable fifth year (and some fun too).

I can't help but think about the impact that Vintage scent has had in the world of shaving spreading the word about wonderful Semogue brushes. Four years ago when I returned to wet shaving all of the conversation was about badger hair, with boar being relegated to the ash bin of history.

Although Omega brushes are fine, the quality of the Semogue handles and knots is simply superb, so than you and congratulations.

[Vivasanti]

How long does Vintage Scent take to send there goods?

its my first time buying from the site and i paid nearly a week ago :D

Congrats on the 4 year milestone, the website looks to be a great one.

[redrako]

How long does Vintage Scent take to send there goods?

its my first time buying from the site and i paid nearly a week ago :D

Congrats on the 4 year milestone, the website looks to be a great one.

I"ve purchased four brushes from Vintage Scent in three orders. If I recall correctly, from Portugal to the east coast of the U.S. it has been 1.5-2 weeks.

Of course anytime that you order internationally you are at the mercy of your national customs service meaning that if they decide to inspect the shipment lot that your order is in, it can add days to the process. I've ordered perhaps a dozen overseas shave products and personally never had a problem with a customs hangup, but I have occasionally read post about such.

My experiences with Vintage Scent have all been top notch, so I always order with confidence.

[CapnPanther]

How long does Vintage Scent take to send there goods?

its my first time buying from the site and i paid nearly a week ago :D

Congrats on the 4 year milestone, the website looks to be a great one.

About ten days to the East Coast of the US. Leon is a great vendor, but even he does not control the whims of postal services and customs.

[soloz2]

Just ordered a Semogue 1305 brush. I'm not sure if ill like it as i found the VHD boar brush in their deluxe kit largely unusable, but am willing to give it a try for $15 shipped to the US! Amazing price.

[insomniac]

Just ordered a Semogue 1305 brush. I'm not sure if ill like it as i found the VHD boar brush in their deluxe kit largely unusable, but am willing to give it a try for $15 shipped to the US! Amazing price.

You can't even compare Semogue boars to something like VDH. Semogue are the gold standard of boars.

[soloz2]

You can't even compare Semogue boars to something like VDH. Semogue are the gold standard of boars.

I hope so! I get some irritation after face slathering with my EJ "best" which looks and feels more like pure to me, but am fine with my C&E or Simpson "best" brushes. I'm hoping that after a few weeks of bowl lathering the 1305 will fit into my rotation.

[brucered]

1305 is a very nice brush. it was my 1st semogue and remains in my den. i've since added a SOC Cherry (under $30 shipped with the current deal) and a LE2 Bristle.

like insomniac said, they are top notch brushes. i don't own any omegas, so can't compare them.

[jwilock]

Congrats on entring your 5th year. Best wishes for continued success. I just ordered an SOC and a 610. Have read so many good things about your brushes. Can't wait to get them and try them out.

[Vivasanti]

thanks redreko & panther, I was only concerned as as I ordered nearly a week ago and haven't received a shipping notice, I've ordered nearly all my shave stuff from overseas so I'm used to the wait.

just wasn't sure if I'm spose to have a shipping notice by now?

[redrako]

Just ordered a Semogue 1305 brush. I'm not sure if ill like it as i found the VHD boar brush in their deluxe kit largely unusable, but am willing to give it a try for $15 shipped to the US! Amazing price.

There are many uses for the VDH boar - shaving is not one of them. I use mine to clean my sink after shaving.

The 1305 on the other hand, well lets just say you're in for a treat.

[sp514]

I can't wait for my 444 ASB to arrive. It's getting hot here!

[BigBull]

Leon, I recieved my SOC boar in cherry last night - very happy with the purchase, price and communication from you. We had a mix up at the beginning with my emails going to junk mail, which is totally understandable. Thanks for being responsive! I will be ordering from you in the future. 'Make it Rain' in year 5!


About ten days to the East Coast of the US. Leon is a great vendor, but even he does not control the whims of postal services and customs.

[Leon]

SOC just ordered, thanks Leon. Congratulations on starting year five, I wish you profitable fifth year (and some fun too).

I can't help but think about the impact that Vintage scent has had in the world of shaving spreading the word about wonderful Semogue brushes. Four years ago when I returned to wet shaving all of the conversation was about badger hair, with boar being relegated to the ash bin of history.

Although Omega brushes are fine, the quality of the Semogue handles and knots is simply superb, so than you and congratulations.

Thanks Robert, you're too kind.

Looking back at my first posts here in this thread it's fun to see History in the making, specially when I announce "At last, I have some shaving brushes from a tiny factory here in Northern Portugal". And the rest is History.


How long does Vintage Scent take to send there goods?

its my first time buying from the site and i paid nearly a week ago :D

Congrats on the 4 year milestone, the website looks to be a great one.

Thanks.


It usually takes 1-2 weeks depending on how picky the customs can be.


Leon, I recieved my SOC boar in cherry last night - very happy with the purchase, price and communication from you. We had a mix up at the beginning with my emails going to junk mail, which is totally understandable. Thanks for being responsive! I will be ordering from you in the future. 'Make it Rain' in year 5!

Thanks!

[rxonmymind]

Just received your SOC. It's a beauty from the thoughtful packaging, to the aesthetics of the wood with the "burned" in Semogue name. No stickers to rub off here. Thank you and I look forward to doing business with you again. Oh, and congratulations on your five year anniversary! Woot!

[Leon]

Thanks! We aim to please.

[soloz2]

I received my order of a Semogue 1305 last week. I was hesitant to order a boar brush as my only other experience with boar was the cheap VDH boar from their deluxe kit. The sale tipped me over the edge. I'm extremely glad I took a chance on this brush as I've only used it 3 times so far, but it's already softer than my best badger brushes and I have a feeling it will be my favorite brush once broken in.

[Leon]

I received my order of a Semogue 1305 last week. I was hesitant to order a boar brush as my only other experience with boar was the cheap VDH boar from their deluxe kit. The sale tipped me over the edge. I'm extremely glad I took a chance on this brush as I've only used it 3 times so far, but it's already softer than my best badger brushes and I have a feeling it will be my favorite brush once broken in.

Wait until it's fully broken in and you're in for a treat. :001_tongu

[redrako]

Just received your SOC. It's a beauty from the thoughtful packaging, to the aesthetics of the wood with the "burned" in Semogue name. No stickers to rub off here. Thank you and I look forward to doing business with you again. Oh, and congratulations on your five year anniversary! Woot!

+1

I've been using my SOC boar going into it's second week and it's simply fantastic. This is my sixth Semogue boar and seriously makes me wonder if I could shave twice a day for the sheer enjoyment of building lather on my face.

[Leon]

Hello gents,


The Vintage Scent has some new straight razors (http://vintagescent.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=9) for sale.


F.W. Engel "Leader" (http://vintagescent.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=9&products_id=135)
http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/SAM_1829_MED.JPG


Mann & Federlein (http://vintagescent.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=9&products_id=132)
http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/SAM_1826_MED.JPG


Le Jaguar (http://vintagescent.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=9&products_id=133)
http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/SAM_1827_MED.JPG


Original Schulze (http://vintagescent.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=9&products_id=134)
http://vintagescent.com/images/medium/SAM_1828_MED.JPG




Don't miss this chance.

[BigBull]

Leon, I recieved my SOC boar in cherry last night - very happy with the purchase, price and communication from you. We had a mix up at the beginning with my emails going to junk mail, which is totally understandable. Thanks for being responsive! I will be ordering from you in the future. 'Make it Rain' in year 5!

My Semogue SOC 2-Band badger in cherry arrived on Friday, and I had my first shave with it Sunday night. First, its a beautiful brush thats a compliment to my SOC boar to a "T". It has just the right amount of backbone will still providing soft tips, and from what I understand they will only get better after some uses. The handle feels great and well balanced over the entire brush, obviously having the nicely etched "Semogue Owners Club"! Stunning.

Thanks again for the great service, and very fair prices. I'll say again, I think you offer some of the absolute best values in wetshaving...that being Semogue brushes!

[Bk124tt]

Let me know if you get any vintage glass bottle clubman as!
thanks,

[baggiez]

I recently bought a SOC from Bruno and forgot to thank him for his good customer service. The brush got all the way to Australia and was sent back by the post office due to a small issue with the post code.
Bruno got in touch by e mail and we sorted out the problem.
Good work.
Paul
Ps the brush is great.

[Leon]

My friends,

I'm going on a quick break starting tomorrow until Friday. I'll keep an eye on the emails, but won't be able to process any orders in the upcoming days.

Cheers!

[Leon]

OK folks, I'm back and have began to process the pending orders that have been made meanwhile.

[TonyN]

OK folks, I'm back and have began to process the pending orders that have been made meanwhile.

And I understand you have quite a few orders to fill since you got back! :thumbup1:

[Leon]

And I understand you have quite a few orders to fill since you got back! :thumbup1:

Oh yeah! And they're all gone only after a few days :scared:

[Leon]

Hi gents,


The Vintage Scent has some more new straight razors (http://vintagescent.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=9) for sale.


Dubl Duck Wonderedge
Dubl Duck Goldedge
Gebr. Weyersberg "Corneta" 6000 "Electric"
Crown & Sword
Henkels Friodur
Boker "King Cutter"
Red Imp
Tennis
Robert Klaas
Schulze


Check them out!

[Predict]

I ordered a soc 2 band from vintage scent. It's my absolute favorite brush and I will be ordering a second along with some software. Thanks for the great customer service!!

[Leon]

Hi gents,


The Crown & Sword is sold.


Thanks

[Cobre]

I received my Semogue owners club with the cherry wood handle in just a week and half from Portugal to Canada! Very reasonable shipping charges as well. Good job

[Leon]

Thanks, Carlos. Enjoy the SOC brush.

[Leon]

My latest creation, a Semogue brush made of Selected Silvertip (the same from LE2010) badger hair and a water buffalo hand turned handle.


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[raposo III]

i am in Brasil.i did buied 2 floid splashs in this site,received in 20 days. i would like that the manager from vintagescent would to offer more products, soaps, blue floid,razors, because they are good people,high quality.

[Doodi1]

Beautiful brush. Is this a preview of the Semogue Limited Edition 2012 brush? Please tell me more.

[Rattray]

Gorgeous brush! When will it be available?

[Leon]

My friends,

Next Tuesday, November 20th, there will be a 20% discount on all products above 10 Euros. The sale starts at midnight CET (Central Europe Time) and ends 24 hours later, so in the U.S. it will start at 6 PM of November 19th.


Don't miss this chance to get your shaving gear at an unbeatable price on time for Chrismas.


http://vintagescent.com/images/vs_xmas.jpg

[blzrfn]

I got my SOC 2-band ordered, thank you!

[cosmicdoom]

Is it possible to order a brush made to custom specifications?

[Leon]

http://teistebrito.com/var/albums/Fotos-de-Teiste/Semogue%20SE%202012%20%282%29.jpg?m=1355008558

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The knot is like the Caravela, with a 24 mm knot and a 54 mm loft.Mixed finest badger with 90% tops premium boar hair.

More info coming soon.

[Leon]

Dear Customer,


The new Semogue Special Edition 2012 shaving brushes are here.
This brush has a 24 mm knot and 52 mm loft made of a blend of finest badger hair (new type) and 90% tops boar hair, similar to the the famous Caravela brush.
The handle of these brushes is also something unique. It was designed after the popular SOC handle. The material is the same as the one used in the LE 2011. It's a very strong and tough, marble-like black acrylic fiber with some faint veins that give a classy and vintage look. As always, the base of the handle will have the Semogue signature - the Semogue logo and the year of production 2012.


The shaving brush specifications are as follows:


Handle material - acrylic resin (the same used in our limited edition 2011)
Knot - Badger/Boar mixture (the same used in our famous "Semogue Caravela")
Handle Height: 55mm
Handle Diameter (base): 38mm
Knot Height: 52mm
Knot Diameter: 24mm
Ring: 3mm
Overall Height: 110mm


http://vintagescent.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=5&products_id=148
http://badgerandblade.com/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=293011&stc=1


Merry Christmas

[jazzguy]

The pictures on your site are even better. That is a very nice looking brush!

[MickToley]

Order has been placed an hour ago!

[Doodi1]

My order is in Also!:thumbup:

[MickToley]

24/52 seems perfect for this mixed knot. I usually go a little lower in terms of loft, but with the mixed hair knot this loft is perfect... to me.

[celticrusader]

Hi Bruno I just placed an order for the new Semogue special edition, I'm looking forward to using it.

Jamie.

[TonyN]

Semogue Special Edition 2012 ordered.

[Leon]

Thanks, gents, I'm sure you'll love it.

And most important:

I wish a Merry Christmas to all the members of Badger And Blade and all friends and customers of Vintage Scent.

[rcl65]

Hey!
Should I get the all badger 2015 or the LE? What are the differences? I've been using a Vie-Long horse and an old boar I inherited and I'm not sure which of the Semogues is next. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks.
Rick

[Leon]

Hey!
Should I get the all badger 2015 or the LE? What are the differences? I've been using a Vie-Long horse and an old boar I inherited and I'm not sure which of the Semogues is next. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks.
Rick

The 2015 is silvertip badger hair. Very nice brush, no doubt. I suggest you go for the HD version, a denser knot. If you like acrylic handles, then I definitely suggest the 730HD (http://vintagescent.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=5&products_id=23).

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[rcl65]

Bruno,
Thank you for the advice. You may notice I've ordered the 1250 and then the 2012 SE from you. I like this brush as well and I think it'll be my next purchase. Give me a month to get the first two broken in.
Happy New Year!
Rick