Acquisitions December 15 - 21

[Suzuki]

Let's see those goodies!

[AJS]

The local post men are on strike, so I'm having to wait longer for things that I know should have arrived .:mad:

[velvetgoldmine]

The local post men are on strike, so I'm having to wait longer for things that I know should have arrived .:mad:

Yeah! What a time for a strike! :eek:

[rodd]

The local post men are on strike, so I'm having to wait longer for things that I know should have arrived .:mad:

wow, that is a bummer!
Well, I just scored the B&B Essential. I am looking forward to that. Hurry, only 68 left!

[Dharion]

I've just bought my first boar bristle brush for 3,49€ :rolleyes:. It lathered well on the first test drive (haven't shaved yet).

[Flame]

http://img166.imageshack.us/img166/623/p10505111nn1.jpg

[scoopster]

My, that is a busy week!



http://img166.imageshack.us/img166/623/p10505111nn1.jpg

[philian2]

http://img166.imageshack.us/img166/623/p10505111nn1.jpg


Beautiful. Where did you get the blades???

[Flame]

Some from westcoastshavers and another batch from a user of this very forum :)

[markb]

Arrived today..

http://www.nehp.net/~markbeem/Shaving/new%20products/12-15%20to%2012-21/IMG_1093.JPG

[Milton]

Not too bad so far. The black razor is a mililitary gillette, and the brown is a "Slant Stroke" razor. Almost completely plastic, and despite its name, it isn't a slant razor :frown:

Also picked up a barely used Gillette ladies travel razor. But... its of the Central/South American variety: "Marcas Regs".

And not sure I can get past the scent of Tabac....

[RoyalKooparillo]

After many months of coveting, I finally have my Lined Chatsworth (and some other goodies)! Although I was a bit surprised to see that it has the new Mühle head, instead of my beloved Merkur head. I'm very interested to see how it performs...Aesthetically, I love it. Its clean lines give it an elegance that is somewhat lacking in the Merkurs.


http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15093

[jeffb]

After many months of coveting, I finally have my Lined Chatsworth (and some other goodies)! Although I was a bit surprised to see that it has the new Mühle head, instead of my beloved Merkur head. I'm very interested to see how it performs...Aesthetically, I love it. Its clean lines give it an elegance that is somewhat lacking in the Merkurs.


http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15093

Very nice, the lined Chatsworth is next on my list! I hadn't paid attention recently, when did they stop using Merkur heads? Is it still possible to get one with a Merkur head?

[Empty Words]

Picked up an Omega 10066 Boar and some Brut aftershave balm today.

[Vinny Bobo]

I got this black & white marbled Ever-Ready brush. A real beauty!!

[joshmpdx]

After many months of coveting, I finally have my Lined Chatsworth (and some other goodies)! Although I was a bit surprised to see that it has the new Mühle head, instead of my beloved Merkur head. I'm very interested to see how it performs...Aesthetically, I love it. Its clean lines give it an elegance that is somewhat lacking in the Merkurs.


Nice Score!

interesting, an update would be great on the performance and difference in the Mühle head!

[Dapper Dan Man]

Hello All.

I have been absent from these parts for some time now but finally have a sufficiently interesting occurrence which I feel required to share.

My new bottle of Penhaligon’s Elixir arrived today (which I ordered un-sampled hoping it would differ enough from Hammam Bouquet not to smell like fresh diaper on my skin) and although it was intended as a Christmas present from the wife she allowed me a few minutes with the latest edition to the den so that I could sample, photo and post the results.

It goes without saying that the packaging is first rate (as with all of Penhaligon’s offerings). The scent, in my humble opinion, is terrific. I really pick up the eucalyptus and cinnamon and the rose of course. Foolish folly of impulse justified. No more regrets about Hammam Bouquet.

Wishing you and yours a Happy Holiday Season and a healthy, happy and prosperous New Year.

Enjoy the pics

Dapper Dan Man


http://wiki.badgerandblade.com/images/7/75/Elixir8.JPG

http://wiki.badgerandblade.com/images/3/3f/Elixir14.JPG

[Aaron01]

Awesome looking bottle. I'm guessing the atomiser is hidden under the glass "stopper" from the straw?

[Dapper Dan Man]

Awesome looking bottle. I'm guessing the atomiser is hidden under the glass "stopper" from the straw?
Correct

[D.Irving79]

I got this black & white marbled Ever-Ready brush. A real beauty!!

damn you! and where did you get that yellow marble bakelite one?????


:mad::mad: :frown::frown:

[dkapp]

After many months of coveting, I finally have my Lined Chatsworth (and some other goodies)! Although I was a bit surprised to see that it has the new Mühle head, instead of my beloved Merkur head. I'm very interested to see how it performs...Aesthetically, I love it. Its clean lines give it an elegance that is somewhat lacking in the Merkurs.


http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15093

I have the new Mühle with that head and love it. Unfortunately, I've never shaved with the Merkur HD head so I can't make a comparison for you.

Dave

[RoyalKooparillo]

Very nice, the lined Chatsworth is next on my list! I hadn't paid attention recently, when did they stop using Merkur heads? Is it still possible to get one with a Merkur head?

I'm not sure when they stopped using Merkur heads. But it must have been recently, because their distributor's website still shows the Merkur heads on the lined Chatsworth (hence my surprise). You would have to ask them whether you could get one with a Merkur head...that I do not know. Although, I guess if you were desperate (and didn't care about the lower quality plating), you could always just exchange a 3-piece Merkur head for the Muhle one. They're interchangeable. To be honest, the geometry of the head, the angles, and the blade gap all look nearly identical to Merkur heads.


Nice Score!

interesting, an update would be great on the performance and difference in the Mühle head!

Thanks! I'll be sure to post an update...

[rodd]

I have a couple hauls to show off that I am excited about. I will only post one pic of each here, but click on either one and it will take you to a gallery of the razor. The ebay images are also included in the gallery.

#58, MTGrayling hooked me up with a case for it too! Thanks Chris
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3104/3111500771_594de42862.jpg?v=0 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/28054255@N07/tags/58/)

TV Rocket This is the Rhodium plated TV Rocket I have been looking for. I was looking at every flare tip rocket on ebay. :lol:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3235/3111501001_6f6f53d64c.jpg?v=0 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/28054255@N07/tags/tv/)

[scottydoint]

I have a couple hauls to show off that I am excited about. I will only post one pic of each here, but click on either one and it will take you to a gallery of the razor. The ebay images are also included in the gallery.

#58, MTGrayling hooked me up with a case for it too! Thanks Chris
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3104/3111500771_594de42862.jpg?v=0 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/28054255@N07/tags/58/)

TV Rocket This is the Rhodium plated TV Rocket I have been looking for. I was looking at every flare tip rocket on ebay. :lol:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3235/3111501001_6f6f53d64c.jpg?v=0 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/28054255@N07/tags/tv/)

Nice Rodd, you beat me out on that TV:tongue: I wasn't sure if it was a TV though.

[rodd]

Nice Rodd, you beat me out on that TV:tongue: I wasn't sure if it was a TV though.

:biggrin: It is. :biggrin:

[scottydoint]

Got my Executive, NOS Slant, and the rare V3 prototype SS.

http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e301/scottydoint/PICT1982.jpg
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e301/scottydoint/PICT1983.jpg
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e301/scottydoint/PICT1984.jpg
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e301/scottydoint/PICT1985.jpg
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e301/scottydoint/PICT1986.jpg

[SRock]

I just got a 1924 Richwood in the mail today. Great razor! Sorry I don't have the ability to post pics right now.

[thirdeye]

Nice looking bunch of scores this week fellows.

Rodd, Have you started to build that addition on your house yet?...:biggrin:

SR...the way your going, when you ship out, their going to need a Guppy to fly you out.....:001_rolle

[SRock]

Nice looking bunch of scores this week fellows.
SR...the way your going, when you you ship out, their going to need a Guppy to fly you out.....:001_rolle

Eh, I shipped home a footlocker full of non-essentials. I'll have plenty of room to haul the important stuff! :lol::lol:

Besides, one of these could haul a lot of razors, creams, soaps, brushes, etc...

[frank85]

A Sweet acquisition.... :biggrin::biggrin::biggrin:

[SmoovD]

I was down to my last tube of Speick so I just had to order a couple of tubes from WCS. Also picked up a puck of TOBS Lavender, Musgo Real ASB and some packs of Sharp, 7 OC and BIC blades.

Tried the Sharps out this morning and they were better than expected.

[JEEP]

I got this in todays mail:


http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e259/Jakobeep/Vintage/Score161208_01.jpg

A replica WWII German Luftwaffe shaving set. I re-enact a few time-periods, but WWII is currently not one of them. I bought the set hoping that the razor was a Merkur 1904. Sadly it wasn't.
The razor is branded Yuma it is cast in a lightweight material and the finish is wery poor. The blade gap is quite big and I suspect this razor to be quite agressive. I am still not quite sure whether I really want to try it out or not.
The brush is actually not bad, I believe it is boar. Though it does seem to loose quite a few hairs when you fumble agound with it.

A few pics of the razor:


http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e259/Jakobeep/Vintage/Score161208_02.jpg

http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e259/Jakobeep/Vintage/Score161208_03.jpg

http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e259/Jakobeep/Vintage/Score161208_04.jpg


All in all I may have paid a little too much for this lot. But I may be suprised when I try it out.


Regards.

Jakob

[markb]

Wow!! Great piece of history you have there Jakob!! Nice find!! :thumbup1:

[D.Irving79]

I got this in todays mail:


http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e259/Jakobeep/Vintage/Score161208_01.jpg

A replica WWII German Luftwaffe shaving set. I re-enact a few time-periods, but WWII is currently not one of them. I bought the set hoping that the razor was a Merkur 1904. Sadly it wasn't.
The razor is branded Yuma it is cast in a lightweight material and the finish is wery poor. The blade gap is quite big and I suspect this razor to be quite agressive. I am still not quite sure whether I really want to try it out or not.
The brush is actually not bad, I believe it is boar. Though it does seem to loose quite a few hairs when you fumble agound with it.

A few pics of the razor:


http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e259/Jakobeep/Vintage/Score161208_02.jpg

http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e259/Jakobeep/Vintage/Score161208_03.jpg

http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e259/Jakobeep/Vintage/Score161208_04.jpg


All in all I may have paid a little too much for this lot. But I may be suprised when I try it out.


Regards.

Jakob


AWESOME :w00t:

theres an authentic SS shaving item up now that i have a close eye on :001_smile

[markb]

Arrived today..

http://www.nehp.net/~markbeem/Shaving/new%20products/12-15%20to%2012-21/IMG_1107.JPG

Kingsley tortoise/silver brush

[thirdeye]

Great score Jakob, How does it shave?

[DeaconKC]

Just got these today! I know the fountain pens won't interest everyone but they are a 1939 Sheaffer Balance, and a Parker 45! The Old Spice Mug is going on the desk to hold my fountain pens! Best part, I got it $1.04!
http://i241.photobucket.com/albums/ff303/Kevin-Andra/005-6.jpg

[Antique Hoosier]

In the mailbox this afternoon in Balmy Tampa.

Mappin & Webb 5/8 "Nulli Secundus" Genuine Ivory Scales.

A most elegant addition to my shave journey.

It is the "Saturday" razor from a Mappin & Webb 7 day set. My unscientific theory is that it MAY be one of the least used razors from a 7 day set. I wondered if "Saturday" would have been a day to skip a shave for a gentleman, having shaved certainly on Friday and also on Sunday prior to Church, leaving Saturday as a rarely used selection.

Many thanks to my friend Don Addleman (TAZ)

[Aaron01]

Arrived today..

http://www.nehp.net/~markbeem/Shaving/new%20products/12-15%20to%2012-21/IMG_1107.JPG

Kingsley tortoise/silver brush

Is the handle real tortoise shell? :w00t:

[DustBow]

From Cowboy5192

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15107

[theperfectstorm]

Just pulled the trigger moments ago on a bottle of Hammam Bouquet. Merry Freaking X-Mas to me.:tongue_sm

Four Seasons lets you pick some samples when you buy so hopefully the Hammam will be accompanied by samples of Montale Black Aoud and Roses Musk and some potentially toasty MPG and L'Artisan samples. Sweet.

[markb]

Is the handle real tortoise shell? :w00t:
No, I'm sure it's not.

Pretty though and a helluva bloom!!!

[CellWho]

So I won the weekly give away, and I was very excited to receive a beautiful puck of Lavender soap. Thanks Suzie, I know I will enjoy it.

[Fnord5]

This week, I got a Brand new Gillette travel razor, 1960's in the case, with a single blade. Aluminum handle, I haven't tried it out yet.

Also I got a Red Tip, in trade with a fellow member, for my 1956 Blue Tip aluminum. I like it much more, but also have not shaved with it yet.

[JEEP]

Great score Jakob, How does it shave?

Thanks. I haven't tried it yet. My face is still recovering from my "poor lather with new soap meets too much eagerness with a Gillette swede" experience (ouch!)

From the looks of it I suspect it to be fairly agressive though.


Regards.

Jakob

[DeaconKC]

This week, I got a Brand new Gillette travel razor, 1960's in the case, with a single blade. Aluminum handle, I haven't tried it out yet.

Also I got a Red Tip, in trade with a fellow member, for my 1956 Blue Tip aluminum. I like it much more, but also have not shaved with it yet.

I added one of CooncatBob's handles to one of those and what a sweet combination!

[kmarriner]

http://bionickevin.com/Stuff/IMG_1228.JPG

[Aaron01]

No, I'm sure it's not.

Pretty though and a helluva bloom!!!

The brush is a real looker. What size is the knot on that?

[Fnord5]

This week, I got a Brand new Gillette travel razor, 1960's in the case, with a single blade. Aluminum handle, I haven't tried it out yet.

Also I got a Red Tip, in trade with a fellow member, for my 1956 Blue Tip aluminum. I like it much more, but also have not shaved with it yet.

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b337/fnord5/DSC00238.jpg

[smalltownlegend]

Scored '60 flare tip, '65 Fat boy, 6 pack blue blades, 6 pack gillette stainless early 60's vintage. All last night.

[markb]

http://www.nehp.net/~markbeem/Shaving/new%20products/12-15%20to%2012-21/Img_1125a.jpg

Crabtree & Evelyn Badger Travel Brush
TSD Lime Shave Soap
Old Spice Fresh Lime AS

[gregdreg]

http://bionickevin.com/Stuff/IMG_1228.JPG

My wife just ordered me a DB for Christmas but I am not expecting to see it for a month or so. :mad:

I have been at work for a few days, when i get off tomorrow I'll post my new scores.

[Windwalker]

This came in over the weekend, but did not get to pick it up until last night. I still need to clean and polish the razors. 1 Gem Black handle, 1 Ever Ready Ornate handle, 1 Gem White handle, 1 Star plain handle, 1 Gem plain handle, 1 Enders Speed, a Valet head and several packs of DE blades. All for .99 plus shipping! Anyone know anything about the Enders? I think it may be missing a part of the head.

[gregdreg]

http://img140.imageshack.us/img140/8660/scorepy0.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img140.imageshack.us/img140/scorepy0.jpg/1/w640.png (http://g.imageshack.us/img140/scorepy0.jpg/1/)

Shaving brush tube
MB rosemary mint soap (have not used it yet but smells SOOO good)
MB sandalwood vanilla shave stick
Box o' derbys (I prefer these over the merkurs which had been my only blade)
Fonex ASC came free with the derbys
66 SS (that I plan on using for the first time this weekend)

[Mr.Gentleman]

My new brush arrived today, Vulfix 660 Super Badger-Medium...
But, I won't open the box till Christmas!

Tnx, Lee!!!!:biggrin:

[Vinny Bobo]

nice score Gregdreg!

[kmarriner]

http://bionickevin.com/Stuff/IMG_1266.JPG

TOBS Eton College Cologne
Aqua Velva Ice Blue AS
Witch Hazel and Witch Hazel pads
Clubman AS
Clubman Talc
and a floris and pen sample.

[andy65]

I got my PIF from Rorschuck.

Thanks again! I love the Dyptique's Tam Dao sample.

http://i284.photobucket.com/albums/ll21/andym65_2008/IMG_0003-1.jpg

[gregdreg]

nice score Gregdreg!

Thanx Vinny,
I am starting to get my den together. :w00t:

[JEEP]

He he - from the pictures at the auction I knew that this old fellow was not in pristine shape. But, it showed out to be in even worse state when it showed up:


http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e259/Jakobeep/Vintage/Score181208_01.jpg

http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e259/Jakobeep/Vintage/Score181208_02.jpg

The razor bears no markings or stampings. The handle, which is in pretty good shape is cromed brass, the head is cromed zinc with heavy plate loss and a broken tooth. The box is wood covered with paper.


http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e259/Jakobeep/Vintage/Score181208_03.jpg

Included was a package of Danish Jyden nr. 50 stainless cold hardened old-type blades and the comb from a Gillette Old Style, probably used as a replacement for the original comb with the proken tooth. Maybe one should try one of the blades in a Gillette Old Style someday?


Regards.

Jakob

[markb]

Got a nice selection of European milled soaps in today..

http://www.nehp.net/~markbeem/Shaving/new%20products/12-15%20to%2012-21/IMG_1136.JPG

Claus Porto "Favorito" (red poppy) & "Deco" (lime / basil) bath soap from Classic Shaving.

http://www.nehp.net/~markbeem/Shaving/new%20products/12-15%20to%2012-21/IMG_1135.JPG

Erbe di Campo Tuscan Olive Oil & Citrus & Cinnamon. Also Ardecosm Savon de Bain Lavender

Got this as well.. Calvin Klein shave set: Stand, bowl, boar hair brush & Mach 3 razor.. Early birthday gift from my niece..

http://www.nehp.net/~markbeem/Shaving/new%20products/12-15%20to%2012-21/IMG_1133.JPG

http://www.nehp.net/~markbeem/Shaving/new%20products/12-15%20to%2012-21/IMG_1134.JPG

She's such a sweetheart.. :smile:

[gregdreg]

Hi Mark,
When I start felling like I am buying too many products for a guy that very recently go into DE, I see all the cool stuff you buy and I feel like I am not alone. :001_smile

Greg

[markb]

Hi Mark,
When I start felling like I am buying too many products for a guy that very recently go into DE, I see all the cool stuff you buy and I feel like I am not alone. :001_smile

Greg
LOL!! Yeah, I have it bad.. :001_smile

[Starfury]

The local post men are on strike, so I'm having to wait longer for things that I know should have arrived .:mad:

Whew...the 100 Derbys I ordered JUST made it...they shipped the day before the hammer fell. And not a moment too soon.

[DeaconKC]

Found a little, cruddy, filthy Fat Handled Tech yesterday for $2 in a shop. Just had to bring it home, cleaned it up, very worn, no date, but used it this AM and got a great shave! For a first shave with a new razor, it was excellent 4 passes and very good job.

[markb]

We had our office Christmas luncheon today.. Got this from my coworkers:

http://www.nehp.net/~markbeem/Shaving/new%20products/Clubman.JPG

Clubman Bay Rum
Clubman Special Reserve
Merkur Double-Edge Razor Travel Case

Also, the postman brought this as well..

http://www.nehp.net/~markbeem/Shaving/new%20products/Mediterranean%20Citrus.JPG

SCS Mediterranean Citrus Aftershave Splash

[bennyJ82]

Got a few early presents: looking to be a handmade christmas :smile:

Lathering mug, 3 soap rounds (rosemary, orange spice and earl grey), bath salts made by my roommate scented with lavender and rosemary EOs (smells amazing!) Sorry for the crappy cell phone pic.

[joshmpdx]

markb, it would be fun to see updated pics of your den before you hit even 100 posts!

good work!

[markb]

markb, it would be fun to see updated pics of your den before you hit even 100 posts!

good work!
Hmmmmmm...... :wink:

[Colphax]

http://i310.photobucket.com/albums/kk403/Colphax/Dec19Acq.jpg
2008LE after first use/bloom, AOS soap is unscented...

[thirdeye]

We had our office Christmas luncheon today.. Got this from my coworkers:


Clubman Bay Rum
Clubman Special Reserve
Merkur Double-Edge Razor Travel Case



Boy, they don't know you to well do they...:rolleyes:...Very Nice



http://i310.photobucket.com/albums/kk403/Colphax/Dec19Acq.jpg
2008LE after first use/bloom, AOS soap is unscented...


Awesome score....Sweet brush...

[copperhead]

http://i310.photobucket.com/albums/kk403/Colphax/Dec19Acq.jpg
2008LE after first use/bloom, AOS soap is unscented...

Congrats on your score!

[jeffb]

Penhaligon's English Fern SS w/ bowl (early present from the wife)

2008 B&B LE Brush (well worth the wait!!!)

[rodd]

Took a while to ship, but it is here today!
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3078/3121170849_c56b8cd6e8.jpg?v=0 (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3262/3121173309_779d3d8798_b.jpg)
Y1 president Click the image to see him with his younger brother.

[markb]

http://i310.photobucket.com/albums/kk403/Colphax/Dec19Acq.jpg
2008LE after first use/bloom, AOS soap is unscented...
Wow!! Nice!!!! :w00t:

[thirdeye]

Took a while to ship, but it is here today!
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3078/3121170849_c56b8cd6e8.jpg?v=0 (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3262/3121173309_779d3d8798_b.jpg)
Y1 president Click the image to see him with his younger brother.

Very nice Rodd. Gotta love those Presidents.

[copperhead]

Took a while to ship, but it is here today!

Y1 president Click the image to see him with his younger brother.

You have collected all the razors once so now you are starting all over again a second time, is that it? :w00t::lol:

[markb]

markb, it would be fun to see updated pics of your den before you hit even 100 posts!

good work!
Here ya go..

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showpost.php?p=905035&postcount=8

:biggrin: :wink:

[gregdreg]

Here ya go..

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showpost.php?p=905035&postcount=8

:biggrin: :wink:


Pretty sweet Mark.

[Kiel]

yes! (http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=360103335670&ssPageName=ADME:B:EOIBSA:AU:1123)

Notice the '61 Fatboy ;)

[TSWebster]

Nice, an instant collection is always a good thing.

Is the blue handled one on the left the Knack? let me know how it shaves since thats the next razor on my list.

[DustBow]

Uh-oh, the 2008 LE's are starting to show up, looks like they are working their way east....hopefully will be to Ohio very soon....

[OldSaw]

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b337/fnord5/DSC00238.jpg

Have you shaved with the travel yet? I have one just like yours and it is a great little shaver for me.


http://i310.photobucket.com/albums/kk403/Colphax/Dec19Acq.jpg
2008LE after first use/bloom, AOS soap is unscented...

That brush is so awesome. I might have to spring for the 2009 edition.

[rodd]

You have collected all the razors once so now you are starting all over again a second time, is that it? :w00t::lol:

Oh no, they are different date codes... :lol:

[Kiel]

Mate, and don't attack me for this, I was even more uneducated at the time than I am now, and threw it out thinking it was sh*t!

I'll try retrieve it and if I do, you can have it :)

[mankini]

My 50% off order from Kiss My Face arrived today.

From lower left clock wise:

Olive & Green Tea Bar Soap (slippery when wet, and hydrating too)
Organic Moisturizer - C's The Day (feels great on the skin)
Fragrance Free Moisture Shave (great for prep before the shave, you can get pretty good shaves with it)
Kisses On Trial (samples of everything)
Liquid Rock Roll-On Deodorant Fragrance Free (good non-pore clogging stuff)

center:

BACON :w00t::w00t::w00t:

[markb]

Mmmmmmmm..... Bacon.....

[AJS]

Finally got my order of Fitjar Shaving Soaps from Norway (Royal Mail's fault, they were shipped quickly enough from Norway) and a puck of Windsor Shave Soap from Australia.
Unfortunately, my wife was quicker than me when it came to placing the orders, so I can't play with them 'til Christmas. :crying:

[micah1_8]

Went to a local thrift-shop yesterday and noticed a lonely razor and a 10 pack of blades sitting under the glass. Asked the guy at the counter how much, and he said $10. Called sol92258 to see what he knew about the cut-throat and his cursory searches turned up little. I noted that the blades that were in package were "shaper blades" looking like the turrets on a castle, not too useful for shaving, but maybe you can get regular blades for it too... still, $10? "Too rich for my blood," I told the man.

"$7.50?"

"Sold."

So, now I've got a razor I can find little information about. I've been able to find replacement shaper blades for this little jewel, and I can find straight blades for other feather razors, but I'm not sure if the standard blades will fit it. Does anyone know?

I'll try to post some pics later.

For now, here's the description:

It has lime green scales with silver writing:
Feather Plier Standard *L

The blade holder has a plastic slider built in for ejecting blades.

Here's the closest picture I can find online (note that it doesn't have the thumb slide):
http://www.jatai.net/images/plierrazor.jpg

[180gVinyl]

Richard James Vetiver cologne

[profsaffel]

Oh, that's mighty cool, my friend. But you know I know nothing about straights.

[DeaconKC]

Finally got to the mall with a Crabtree & Evelyn to use my gift card. 20% off! Got 2 Nomad shaving refills and a Pure Badger brush!

[DustBow]

My 2008 LE brush showed up today :thumbup::badger:

[sol92258]

oddly enough, I can picture in my mind exactly what that thing looks like...:rolleyes:

[TSWebster]

Well you know what they say about one mans trash...

[Hoos]

The Knack is a great, comfortable razor. I keep one in my rotation.

[kmarriner]

I stopped at the AOS store and couldn't help myself..

http://bionickevin.com/Stuff/AOS.JPG http://bionickevin.com/Stuff/AOSSR.JPG


I had been planning on just waiting and buying a dovo SS straight online. But I knew that if I didn't bite the bullet right then, I would have backed out.



I also bought one of these for my dad for christmas:
http://www.theartofshaving.com/taos6/images6/products/310/98009.jpg

[blantyre]

BACON :w00t::w00t::w00t:

Makes think of Salter's French vetiver cream

[Ferannia]

4711 cologne - 27 fl oz (800ml),
Tabac cologne in a spray bottle.

Total price was just a penny short to get 30% holiday discount. But she did it anyway. I think I am stocked with 4711 for life.

[dpm802]

Its a pin-on button that I found for $1 at an antique store.

[DustBow]

that would make a good avatar

[Limey]

that would make a good avatar

There you go...idea of the day!

[philamac]

Sandalwood Skin Food and Rose Cream for my Dad.

Spanish Leather Cologne for me, lovely stuff

[AJS]

Skeffling Lavender Farm Soothing Shave Soap.

[tpoof]

Old finds, new to me
used to be my uncles shaving equipment
70 years later still cutting whiskers :)
36590

36591

36592

36593

36594

Oh,,, Thanks to B&B, anyone notice my new Sara Moss Scuttle!
love it! :biggrin:

[Redhook]

Cool stuff. was going to say didn't think that the scuttle was old stuff.

[copperhead]

Trumpers Violet in Bowl
Trumpers Rose Refill

Both from Lees sale.

[kmarriner]

http://bionickevin.com/Stuff/1222.JPG

QEDman da vinci water
Trumpers coconut cream
Taylor St.james shave stick

[DustBow]

Dell Inspiron 1525 - great deal from their 12 days of Christmas. Pentium Core 2 Duo processor and 4 gig of RAM.
(Our hard drive died earlier this month so it finally pushed us over the edge into replacing the old laptop.
Man, you don't realize how old and slow a computer is until you get a new one....)

And....

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15137

[Dharion]

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15146

[AJS]

24mm Thater Silvertip
11/16 John Shaw & Sons, Sheffield, from Miller's Militaria

[dpm802]

that would make a good avatar

Yeah, but I'm too attached to my pic of ol' Julius Henry to change now. I use him as the avatar on most of the other forums I frequent, too.

If anyone wants to use the Shaving Permit as their avatar, feel free ... I'll send you the original scan so you can crop and edit to your heart's delight.

[Dustinl]

A good week for me and a busy one for my mailman. Included in the picture is:

1) TOBS Rose shave cream
2) Mama Bears Ye Old Barbershop soap
3) Vintage pure badger brush w/ Lucite handle from eBay
4) Biddle Hardware straight from eBay
5) Merkur HD w/ open comb
6) PIF from Homebrewer (George): 90 Derby Extra blades!

Thanks again George!!!!


DL

[thirdeye]

Very cool scores, use them in good health and pride.

[royalcrown]

Just showing AD's are not a new thing ;) Great score!

[otherstar]

Very nice gear! I love your razor stand!

[AJS]

2x Pure Sensations Shave Soaps from Australia: Bergamot and Cedarwood and Australian Sandalwood.
Kamisori Club Green Tea Shave Soap
Altesse Shave Soap
Acqua di Parma A/S Lotion

[tpoof]

love your razor stand!
lol, Walmart toothbrush holder.. = $12 :)

Thanks gents for all the nice comments!
Seasons greetings!

[kmarriner]

http://bionickevin.com/Stuff/IMG_1305.JPG

[thirdeye]

http://bionickevin.com/Stuff/IMG_1305.JPG

Looks like it's going to be a Real Musgo Christmas....:biggrin:

Very nice score!

[Mr.Gentleman]

Nivea shave cream & Mennen Skin Bracer

[copperhead]

http://bionickevin.com/Stuff/IMG_1305.JPG

Ditto on that plus i got the Musgo Oak moss (No.2) Cologne. Since i am already paying the shipping it made perfect financial sense.:001_rolle:biggrin:

[Poulin]

I'm sooooo looking forward to seeing what gets posted here tomorrow!

[Mr.Gentleman]

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15163
http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15164
http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15165
http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15166
http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15167
http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15168
http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15169

Vulfix 660 Super Medium & Merkur 38c
http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15170

My Christmas SOTD
http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15171

Post bloom V660S
http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15172
http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15173

[Mr.Gentleman]

I've opened my Vulfix 660 Super Medium....

to see pics click HERE (http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=69479)

[copperhead]

I've opened my Vulfix 660 Super Medium....

to see pics click HERE (http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=69479)

Thanks for sharing the photo essay! That looks like a nice brush, very similar to the C&E BBB

[crankymoose]

congrats, looks like you a nice Christmas

[arghblech]

I got:

Pre do Provence shave soap
C&E Nomad cream and ASB
Proraso green
Molton Brown Black Pepper body wash

It's a funky smelling xmas here!

[Mr.Gentleman]

:shaving: Thanks!

I really enjoyed in today's shave! :badger:

[Mr.Gentleman]

Thanks for sharing the photo essay! That looks like a nice brush, very similar to the C&E BBB

This is my first branded badger brush, so I don't know how C&E looks like... But since you know tnx for sharing this information! :biggrin:
This brush is very very soft...I had lather for at least 5 or 6 passes... :tongue_sm Wow! My old no name pure badger gave me lather for 3 passes maximum... :badger:

Merry Christmas!

brgds

[profsaffel]

Beautiful, Sir. Simply beautiful. And useful, too!

[Etoyoc_Rebmos]

Very nice! Merry Christmas indeed!

[Poulin]

Wonderful! I got just what I'd hoped for from my wife and sons.

l'Occitane shaving soap bowl
l'Occitane Eau Des Baux EDT (I LOVE the smell of this stuff!)
A collection of Canadian Short Stories
Otherwise by Farley Mowat (I'm a Farley Mowat fan)
an engraved business card case

[DunEdinRanger]

Very nice! Just one question, how do you shave with the pens? :confused: :biggrin:

[Mr.Gentleman]

Very nice! Just one question, how do you shave with the pens? :confused: :biggrin:

:santa:Well, you should ask Lee about that! :lol::lol::lol::lol:



Merry Christmas everyone!

[Starfury]

Nice to see you got something you can (and want) to use!

Good for you, and enjoy :)

[thirdeye]

:santa:Well, you should ask Lee about that! :lol::lol::lol::lol:



Merry Christmas everyone!

Very nice gift indeed. Perhaps the pens are for writing out more orders...:lol:

Enjoy!!!

[bman40]

My 17-year old son gave me a jar of C&E Nomad Cream and a bottle of Nomad Balm.

My 14-year old son gave me a Trumper Sandalwood soap in wooden bowl.

My wife gave me the gears for having too much shaving stuff "...how can you ever use all this stuff...?"

The Nomad made for a very nice SOTD this Christmas morning.

Barry

[Fnord5]

A tube of C.O. Bigelow.
And not a Christmas present, but got it today, and is very special.

My Grandpas 48-49 SS(in a blue plastic case)

And a GEM Micromatic(In a blueish gillette case)

And, a Ruberset brush, black handle, and bristles that feel like wire (horse hair?)
I am thinking it would be a good one to replace with a small BB, or silvertip knot.

Had a few years worth of soap scum on them, but I am boiling that off right now. Pics to follow :cool:

[Antique Hoosier]

Christmas shaving related gifts I received.

Barber Collectibles & Antiques Book. Superb stuff inside!
Wooden Soap Bowl (now housing my Trumpers Violet)
My Great Great Grandfather's Straight Razor, a pre 1891 Wade & Butcher 6/8 Wedge with Barber's Notch to be restored in 2009! Came with the original Wade & Butcher "Coffin" case.

[DustBow]

Very cool, Mike

[Crag]

My wife was being playful this morning so instead of wrapped presents I got the following:

1. a photocopy of an order placed to QED for a Savile Row SR3120, and a brush stand placed on my mirror.

2. A Screen-shot emailed to me this morning for multiple items ordered from Lee's Razors, a 38C, A bowl of GFT Violet with a refill of Coconut, a 39C, a Tabula Rasa SC, and 3 tubs of various TOBS creams in St James, Shaving Shop, and Avocado...My Favorites.

3. A 'hint' that soap was coming from...Olivia's! She said..."Some lady with a GERMAN accent keeps calling...her name is Olivia and says she has your soap." Yeah! This is the BEST Christmas EVER!

4. 1 of Tub Cella, and a Kilo of Proraso Pre-Post from Tryphon...

Christmas NIRVANA!

[doleeo]

I'm a very lucky man. Here is what my girlfriend got me for Christmas this year....

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15176

Yes, that is 7 pucks of Tabac....She is very understanding of my wetshaving hobby, and she also helped prepare me for a Shavepocolpyse :biggrin:

Here's what my parents got me:

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15177

I was extremely suprised when I unwrapped all of these.

[prewt]

This is my months haul and Christmas all rolled into one big pot.


G.F. Trumper Milk of Flowers EDC :a14:
T&H Grafton AS Splash :thumbsup:
T&H 1805 AS Splash :thumbsup:
T&H Grafton Bath n Body Gel
T&H 1805 bath n Body Gel

From Truefitt and Hill

T&H Grafton Shaving Cream :thumbsup:
T&H Spanish Leather EDC sample :001_smile
T&H Clubman EDC sample :001_smile


From SCS
SCS lather Bowl ( black ) :001_smile
SCS Best Badger Brush :001_smile
SCS samples ( thanks Sue! ) :winkiss:

From QED
QED Frankincense & Myrrh Shaving Stick :cool:
QED Lindy Bath Soap :thumbup1:
QED Lucky Sloop Bath Soap :thumbup1:
C.R. Salter Indian Sandalwood SC ( thanks Charles ) :cornut:

From Shaving essentials
Goodfella Razor ( Chrome and Black Satin ) :biggrin:
Provence Sante Green Tea AS Splash :001_smile
Olivia's Myrrhe SC :001_smile
more samples than you can shake a stick at. :a47:( Thanks John ) :ouch1:

From Mama Bear
MBs Christmas Tree room spray :wink:
MBs Winter Grapefruit SS :flowers:
MBs Code SS sample ( thanks Sue ) :winkiss:

From great B&B members

Merkur 39C barber Pole Slant. a.k.a. da Sledgehammer ( thanks David ) :001_smile
Brass Gem Razor ( thanks Matt ):001_smile
TOBS St. James AS Splash ( thanks Ram ) :001_smile
Bvlgari Aqua Pour Homme EDT & Nancy Boy Replenishing AS Gel ( thanks Eric ) :001_smile
and finally.

















What everyone from Jerkwater, Oklahoma U.S.A. to Finland wanted for Christmas.....

























The B&B 2008 LE Brush from Kent :w00t: :a50:


:badger::jump:

everything is great and I would like to thank and wish everyone a safe and happy holiday.






If I have omitted anyone I am truly sorry.



like Rorschuck :blush: for his awesome advice on scents and the great service he offers from his decant store. I have too many ones to list but I will do it before the year is out. ( He is one of the many reasons my kids just got an X-Box 360 box and no game console. j/k )

[profsaffel]

OMG you fellas are INSANE!!! :eek: Can I join the club, pleeeeze! :tongue_sm

[Mr.Gentleman]

...

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15176

Yes, that is 7 pucks of Tabac....
...


OMG...7 pucks... :eek::eek:

To me one puck lasts forever, and this 7 would last till 2030!:lol::lol::lol::lol:

Merry Christmas to ya! :santa:

[profsaffel]

Merry Christmas to me... :santa:

36756

36757

36758

36759

36760

Included in the above is my 'new' '48 SS in the original blue styrene case, '56 RedTip SS, '58 TV Special, Schick Krona, and a puck of Uncle Albert's Amazing Solid Cream Shaving Cake -- Atreides Scent in a small Old Spice mug.

[profsaffel]

Also...

36761

36762

36763

A large Old Spice mug, '61 Lady Gillette Blue, and AquaVelva IceBlue aftershave balm - a gift from Jim.

[joshmpdx]

I'm a very lucky man. Here is what my girlfriend got me for Christmas this year....

Yes, that is 7 pucks of Tabac....She is very understanding of my wetshaving hobby, and she also helped prepare me for a Shavepocolpyse :biggrin:

Here's what my parents got me:



Great Christmas! i'm green with envy of the clearly wonderful communication you share with your S.O. and family members... as far as im concerned, communication unlocks the best gifts of the world. ...including in your case some 7 pucks of tabac!

[Mainecanefan]

I unwrapped with glee this morning- 1 tub of TOBS Shave Shop, 1 bottle of Provence Sante Green Tea and the Boosters Sampler. As I was sniffing scents and enjoying my shaving booty (not nearly close to 7 pucks of Tabac), my wife asked me if this whole shaving thing was a cult. I laughed and tossed her the Wesley and Scott ASB sample I got with all the stuff above. She smelled it and really liked it. I told her that this is far from a cult. We are men and women with excellent taste in shaving products. Connoisseurs was the word that we ultimately agreed upon.

[Nick D.E.vious]

My first picture is of Christmas gifts from the family. The second two photos are of all the shave gear I own at the moment. I'm very grateful for all the shave gear I got this year! The difference between my drugstore boar brush compared to my first badger brush is like night and day. I love the Crabtree&Evelyn best badger brush. Don't even get me started on the Tabac...I almost peed when I smelled it/tried it. :w00t:

[Aaron01]

I'm a very lucky man. Here is what my girlfriend got me for Christmas this year....

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15176

Yes, that is 7 pucks of Tabac....She is very understanding of my wetshaving hobby, and she also helped prepare me for a Shavepocolpyse :biggrin:

Here's what my parents got me:

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15177

I was extremely suprised when I unwrapped all of these.

That is enough Tabac to last 2 lifetimes!! :eek:

You must have been very good this year!

[markb]

Barber Collectibles & Antiques Book. Superb stuff inside!
I got one of those too! Great book!!! :smile:

[ctakim]

I am going to show my wife these pictures, by this metric I was very restrained with only three soaps and a few assorted razors this Christmas.:eek:

[johnniegold]

I'm a very lucky man. Here is what my girlfriend got me for Christmas this year....

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15176

Yes, that is 7 pucks of Tabac....She is very understanding of my wetshaving hobby, and she also helped prepare me for a Shavepocolpyse :biggrin:

Here's what my parents got me:

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15177

I was extremely suprised when I unwrapped all of these.


Girlfriend? Hurry up and get her to the alter. She's a keeper. :biggrin:

[kmarriner]

Delivery by Shaving Essentials the day after christmas:

http://bionickevin.com/Stuff/IMG_1309.JPG


Picture quality: horrid.

Bay rum shave stick
Bay rum aftershave
Wars cream
Samples of booster, Cremo, Tabac and bay run soap.

PVW in background for effect.

[evahs]

The following were under the tree:
Simpson PJ2 in super
MWF refill
Merkur Slant

Shaved with the slant today. . . .Christmas red!
Will have to work on technique.

Jay

[vior]

I got a few nice, inexpensive items:

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj69/j8pantoja/arko.jpg



























Oh, and this too! :w00t: A custom Bill Ellis straight razor with mopani scales, and also a bottle of Floris Sandalwood. :w00t:
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj69/j8pantoja/ellis.jpg

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj69/j8pantoja/ellis5.jpg

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj69/j8pantoja/ellis4.jpg

[markb]

Beautiful razor!!!

[R-James]

I got a few nice, inexpensive items:

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj69/j8pantoja/arko.jpg





























Oh, and this too! :w00t: A custom Bill Ellis straight razor with mopani scales, and also a bottle of Floris Sandalwood. :w00t:
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj69/j8pantoja/ellis.jpg

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj69/j8pantoja/ellis5.jpg

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj69/j8pantoja/ellis4.jpg

Nice Razor mate!

[thirdeye]

I got a few nice, inexpensive items:
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj69/j8pantoja/ellis.jpg



That's a fine example of Bill's work! The new etching and his messing around with twisted wire looks great.

And Floris Sandalwood.....yes!!!!!

[180gVinyl]

From my eldest for Christmas



Richard James Lavender Cologne

http://img152.imageshack.us/img152/1086/richardjamescollectionpu0.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[vior]

Beautiful razor!!!


Nice Razor mate!


That's a fine example of Bill's work! The new etching and his messing around with twisted wire looks great.

And Floris Sandalwood.....yes!!!!!

Thanks guys! The etching is on another level, and the mopani scales look very classy. Bill did a wonderful job and I'm quite sure this is going to be my go-to razor for a long, long time. :001_smile

The Floris Sandalwood is very nice too.:biggrin: I also have a vintage bottle but the top notes on this one are more pronounced.

[copperhead]

Girlfriend? Hurry up and get her to the alter. She's a keeper. :biggrin:

Don't try to fix something that's not broken!! :lol:

[copperhead]

Kudos to everyone who has posted so far, good to see all the shave goodies.

[Colphax]

http://i310.photobucket.com/albums/kk403/Colphax/GrampsRazor1.jpg
Got my Grandfather's Gillette for Christmas!
http://i310.photobucket.com/albums/kk403/Colphax/GrampsRazor4.jpg
Thinking it's an Old Type. Has "PAT NOV. 15 04" on the handle and "G375085" stamped on the inside of the comb piece.
Wonder if it's possible to nail down the year of manufacture?
Has the usual hairline crack in the handle, too. Also missing the top to the blade box. Any idea where I might find another?
http://i310.photobucket.com/albums/kk403/Colphax/GrampsRazor3.jpg
The head's got some wear, but its still serviceable.
http://i310.photobucket.com/albums/kk403/Colphax/CleanedUp.jpg
Cleaned up nicely, ready to shave! :tongue_sm

[Andrew's Razor Burn]

I finally got my 37c my HD Slant! cant wait to try it out, and also some Conks amber and some porasso pre/post shave along with a nice Conks mug that Im going to use for coffee as I already have a georgetown scuttle.
Happy Holidays

[dcormier]

My dad's idea of packing material:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3206/3139425037_f722acdd3a_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dcormier/3139425037/)

That's 9 pounds of jelly beans. The empty spot is where I pulled the Speick box from.

Here's what else was inside:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3083/3139425315_88cd144d7a_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/dcormier/3139425315)

From top to bottom, left to right:

Tabac
J.M. Fraser's (original)
Speick
Cremo Cream
Castle Forbes Lime Essential Oil shaving cream
Castle Forbes Lime Essential Oil after shave balm
The Gentleman's Refinery unscented after shave balm
The Gentleman's Refinery unscented shave cream
Cyril R. Salter Classic Almond shave cream
Cyril R. Salter Essential Lime shave cream
Cyril R. Salter Fresh Mint shave cream

[thirdeye]

My dad's idea of packing material:


That's awesome, a little heavy maybe but great for the environment, nothing wasted.....:biggrin:

[arghblech]

Got several things for xmas:

C&E Nomad cream and asb
Proraso cream
C.O.Bigelow shave oil
Pre de Provence shave soap
*** Permission to buy a Rooney Super sized 1 or 2 ***

Just got a package with a Speick stick, a tallow Erasmic stick, IK soap, C&E Sienna soap, and a superspeed.

Pretty good haul :)

[jpkunst]

Razor Relief, old formulation on clearance sale. €4 per tube, was €12. I scored 25 tubes. :001_smile

[MaduroMan_wcp]

i managed to score 12 old shaving mugs, a couple from the turn of the century for about $140 bucks. several of the scuttle type and a couple Nipons..

also scored an eveready brush, new in box with rack (NOS)...

i love the old mugs and have about 30 or so now...

[JEEP]

Sounds like a really nice score. Can't wait for the pics to arrive.


Regards.

Jakob

[ctakim]

snip

Has the usual hairline crack in the handle, too. Also missing the top to the blade box. Any idea where I might find another?



Actually you have the top, you are missing the bottom of the blade box. It will be gold colored and fit inside the top you show. The bottom will have a circle cut out of the middle to make it easy to remove the blades from the box.

I've not seen parts sold, but you can often find them as part of inexpensive vintage razor sets on eBay.:001_smile

[springerswimmer]

:biggrin:

[springerswimmer]

RAD has hit me hard . . . But at least I don't need medical coverage for it!
:biggrin:

[PKHammer]

My daughter (age 7) was watching me shave and noticed my stiptic pencil was in bits, started asking me questions about it, where you could get one, etc. And sure enough, she picked one out for me! Not the best gift in terms of wow factor, but the best in that she picked it out all by herself!

Also got a tube of Zihr shave cream.

[rodd]

Great Hauls guys!

Before I left for Christmas, I made a post about mail being slow. I had it stopped while I was gone and returned to a stack of boxes today. Here are some of the goodies: (pictures small for space, click for larger.)
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3242/3142662230_ec9ca6826d.jpg?v=0 (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3242/3142662230_ec9ca6826d_b.jpg)
an old brush scuttle, case for my Aristocrat Junior, QED Fresh Lime, a nearly all aluminum Rocket! only 33 g, TOBS Lemon Lime, Gillette 75th aniversary belt buckle (I don't wear belt buckles) and a French NEW set (made in England)
The French set has this stamp on it:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3129/3141836953_9c599bdfbb.jpg?v=0

I also got my Psychos. I purchased two, and discussed getting three with the seller, because I am crazy, but backed out on the third, but the seller told me that they were going to send me the box as a bonus for helping them sell the razors, but I get the package and there is another bonus! :D I hope everyone else got their Psychos and are as happy with them as I am!
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3283/3142680116_d6da910f03_m.jpg (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3283/3142680116_d6da910f03.jpg?v=0) http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3228/3141853879_9431bcb5ec_m.jpg (http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3228/3141853879_9431bcb5ec_b.jpg) http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3283/3141853579_27c17a8d54_m.jpg
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3283/3141853579_27c17a8d54_b.jpg)

[bythbook]

:biggrin:

re: the Senator for Christmas....


congrats! You'll love it!

[castlecraver]

:biggrin:

OOOO... VERY nice. I want that Senator.

You don't often see those in nice, shave-appropriate condition. They're either junk or pristine collectors pieces that command silly prices.

Enjoy it & congrats!

[Nick D.E.vious]

My family and I drove out to Amish country here in Volant,PA and it was gorgeous. It was in the mid 60s outside and there was a beautiful sunset. Oh and we had fried cod and fries for dinner (mammoth portions). The kids had their usual cheeseburger and fries. I was surprised to see a shop called Common Scents.
They had all types of soaps, oils, lotions and all types of fragrances. The GLW insisted we go in and check and see if they had shaving stuff. I was doubtful at first but man it was worth checking out. I was able to get a puck of Ogallala Bay Rum ss and Ogallala Bay Rum as. To make it better everything in the store was half off so I picked up both for about $10. It was a very nice evening to watch the sunset as we drove home this evening.

[JEEP]

Great score Jakob, How does it shave?

Not bad actually :001_smile

Review of the razor (http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=69707) and brush (http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?p=914160#post914160) has been posted.


Regards.

Jakob

[Fnord5]

Have you shaved with the travel yet? I have one just like yours and it is a great little shaver for me.


Nope, I haven't used it just yet. Soon though.

[jeffb]

A little late in posting, but I received a Simpson PJ2 in super from Lee's 12 days of Christmas sale.

[uberlegit]

My Christmas purchases came in yesterday!

- DR Harris Arlington
- JM Fraser
- Gold-plated New
- New Deluxe Belmont

There's a crack in the handle visible in the last photo, but it's barely noticeable and certainly not enough to keep my from this beaut.

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15210

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15211

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15212

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=15213

[jeffb]

Wow, that new looks amazing! That is the razor I regret selling the most (I didn't use it often, but I love the design and the fact it was made on Jan. 13, that is my birthday).

[Hoos]

1941 Gillette Milady in great condition.

1920 Gillette Bulldog - very tarnished and a crack in the handle.

1966 Lady Gillette - blue handle/stars (thrown in with the Milady as a bonus).

[rodd]

1941 Gillette Milady in great condition.

1920 Gillette Bulldog - very tarnished and a crack in the handle.

1966 Lady Gillette - blue handle/stars (thrown in with the Milady as a bonus).

Nice Scores! Have any pictures?


My Christmas purchases came in yesterday!

- DR Harris Arlington
- JM Fraser
- Gold-plated New
- New Deluxe Belmont

There's a crack in the handle visible in the last photo, but it's barely noticeable and certainly not enough to keep my from this beaut.

WOW!

[Hoos]

No photos yet.

Just finished polishing the Bulldog. It's looking a lot better. Initially, I thought parts of it might have been painted black. It now looks silver mostly (still some very dark spots) and I think it will be my razor this week.

No bent teeth and the crack in the handle doesn't seem to affect tightening down the head.

[sol92258]

First up in the batter box:

http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z68/sol92258/IMG_0988.jpg?t=1230535181
http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z68/sol92258/IMG_0989.jpg?t=1230535227


A fellow I work with came up to me and explained how he inherited a building out in West Texas, and found this, a small shave cabinet. The building was built in 1929, an office building with apartments upstairs IIRC, and apparantly these were common. He thought I'd like it, knowing my affinity for old-school shaving :rolleyes:
As you can see, there is a holder for a brush, and razor, and a toothbrush (or another razor), a shelf for blades/soaps, and a place for a mirror in the front. I need to clean it up and repaint it, but before I did I figured ya'll enjoy seeing it.

Next up in the lineup is:

http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z68/sol92258/IMG_0992.jpg?t=1230535499
http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z68/sol92258/IMG_0993.jpg?t=1230535535

http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z68/sol92258/IMG_1000.jpg?t=1230535588

went to my favorite antique store, the lady's first words to me "I've got something for you"
Long story short - a friend gave it to her, so she gave it to me!
stunning condition, I have NOT cleaned that thing up yet! It was in this condition as I received it. Even the blade inside almost looks usable. :biggrin:
I wouldn't try it, you get the idea.

http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z68/sol92258/IMG_1002.jpg?t=1230535763
http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z68/sol92258/IMG_1001.jpg?t=1230535791

And now for the results of the recent Northeast Texas Winter 2008 Spoliation Extravaganza:
http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z68/sol92258/IMG_1004.jpg?t=1230535963

I grabbed these cuz I thought they were pretty cool...they had lots more, $2 a box, if anyone's interested...

And the razors:
http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z68/sol92258/IMG_1006.jpg?t=1230536030

a travel Tech, couple of super speeds, and a Gem SE I grabbed because I liked the handle
http://i190.photobucket.com/albums/z68/sol92258/IMG_1010.jpg?t=1230536113

[JEEP]

Awesome little cabinet! I can't wait to see it in restored condition.


Regards.

Jakob

[ECOSSE]

The body Shop stuff thanks to my lovely wife and '74 superspeed thanks to fellow member castlebar.

The second pic is a some new stuff I ordered. I'm contemplating PIFing this stuff to get reviews from others. The creams I like, but the aftershaves...well....I'm not too sure what to think of them.

[thirdeye]

OK I know but I just had to show it off one more time. So here it is the end of 2008. This is my last score of the year. I wonder what's in store for 2009?

This is a beautiful complete, NOS, never used, near mint 1958 Gold Flair Rocket "Presentation Set". Can you believe this thing....:biggrin:




http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii279/thirdeye34/PICT0022-2.jpg

http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii279/thirdeye34/PICT0008-8.jpg http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii279/thirdeye34/PICT0012-9.jpg http://i266.photobucket.com/albums/ii279/thirdeye34/PICT0023.jpg

Happy New Years Folks!!!!!

[Shane]

Ohhhhh man, great score Ray!

[Jim]

Well its OK....










:001_rolle

Very Nice Ray!

[sklegg]

I don't normally find myself attracted to antique razors but that one is strangely alluring. Great score! Good luck with RAD in 2009! :biggrin:

[JEEP]

What a beauty :w00t:

Happy new year!


Regards.

Jakob

[Austin]

Is that it Ray? :wink:

[thirdeye]

Is that it Ray? :wink:

Ya I now, I was hoping for something a little better but.....:001_rolle

I promise I'll try harder in 09'....

[Mr.Gentleman]

Nice score... I like it!

Those british Rockets are Wow!!!!!!!:biggrin:

I want one!:wink:

[crankymoose]

very very nice :thumbup1:
with the new year time to control the AD's right? ---yeah right :lol:

[ctakim]

Congrats on a beautiful acquisition! And Happy New Years!:001_smile

[Fnord5]

went antiquing while I was home for Christmas and found these two little guys.

TWO bucks each,
The superspeed is not notched, no clue on age.
The Slim is a 1962, and looks unused(other than some blade rust that was in it)

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b337/fnord5/DSC00243.jpg

Then I got home and snagged a bowl from my parents, as well as an old bottle of Old Spice Musk that I hated a long time ago. Not too bad now, but the scent lingers!

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b337/fnord5/DSC00246.jpg

[chimes13]

The superspeed is not notched, no clue on age.


No notch makes it a '47 which is the 1st year of the 40s style Super Speeds. That was the only year of no notch. Very desireable for that reason. Nice find!

[Fnord5]

48/49 were the first years with the notches, but were the superspeeds different before that?

I thought that they were all the same till the notches, then till the date codes.:confused:

Edit: Looked at the date chart again, I gotcha now!

[BigRich]

My lovely wife got me a 5/8 Dovo Black Micarta Stainless Steel Razor for Christmas. It shaves like a dream!

[ambrose]

Christmas shaving related gifts I received.

Barber Collectibles & Antiques Book. Superb stuff inside!
Wooden Soap Bowl (now housing my Trumpers Violet)
My Great Great Grandfather's Straight Razor, a pre 1891 Wade & Butcher 6/8 Wedge with Barber's Notch to be restored in 2009! Came with the original Wade & Butcher "Coffin" case.

Wow That Is a truly amazing razor a W & B meat chopper with ivory scales with original box. What a great family heirloom, I bet It means that much more that it was your great great grandfathers. Now that is something I wish I had.

:thumbup:

[johnniegold]

Ya I now, I was hoping for something a little better but.....:001_rolle

I promise I'll try harder in 09'....

How about a little restraint in '09. :wink:

Splendid razor btw. :biggrin:

[Groundhog]

:thumbup: That's pretty sweet Ray! Congrats......That one makes me want to start hunting again....I haven't acquired anything new months.
Were those a limited edition of sorts? You sure don't see many, and I don't think I've ever seen a cased one posted here.

[Limey]

Ray....WOW! :w00t::w00t: Strong finish to 2008 I would say!

[scottydoint]

All I can say is good for you Ray:001_smile There can't be to many of those and you probably have the only complete set left:tongue_sm

[thirdeye]

:thumbup: That's pretty sweet Ray! Congrats......That one makes me want to start hunting again....I haven't acquired anything new months.
Were those a limited edition of sorts? You sure don't see many, and I don't think I've ever seen a cased one posted here.

Thanks guys......I don't really now much about this on but if the name of it hads anything to do wth it, I imagine it was limited.

[Trius]

If there is a Mrs. Ray, she must be extremely smitten with you. :biggrin:

[Darjeeling Express]

Extraordinary Ray. American made or British?

[thirdeye]

This one is British. The Flair Rocket.

[Starfury]

Ray...are you perhaps one of those geniuses who leaves their spare house keys under the doormat? :biggrin:

[pal]

Nice Razor!

[pal]

Nice Score!

[pal]

Nice Score!

[VR6ofpain]

I wouldn't believe it without photos. Absolutely amazing. Tell us you paid a lot, so we don't feel so jealous!!

[VR6ofpain]

Nice score.

[thirdeye]

Nice job....Enjoy!!!!

[SobBill2]

Ray, I think I should come over and audit your security system!

:jump: :jump: :jump: :jump:

[SRock]

Wow, nice score ray. I'm green with envy! :biggrin:

[Fnord5]

The Slim shaves almost as well as my FatBoy, haven't tried the '47 out yet (maybe tomorrow)

[micah1_8]

Here it is:
37884

37885

Anybody know if I can get regular shaving blades for this thing, or is it strictly a thinner?

[VR6ofpain]

Pretty cool for $7.50, even if you can't shave with it! Nice bargin. I found a virtually flawless English Ever-Ready SE razor (GEM 1912 style) in the green marble case (the case has a piece broken off). The price in an antique shop was $28. The woman said she could do better on the price. She then told me how she found in in England while visiting with her husband a few years back. She then said she would let it go for $20. I said, "Well...would you entertain $15?" She said sure. So I picked it up. It is neat that it is complete with the case and it has no scratches or brassing. I'll shave with it one of these days.

[Trudo1]

Reminds me, I need a "cap" for my Old Spice shave mug.......

[Bobtrumpet]

Nice set of gear.

Is there Old Spice soap in the Old Spice mug?

[pal]

You lucky dog!

[pal]

Dont' leave us hanging, where are the pictures?

[JEEP]

I wish someone in my family had a collection like that lying around.

Unfortunally most of my family, excluding my farther, are electric shaver users - and has been for many years.


Regards.

Jakob

[AudioNut]

Dont' leave us hanging, where are the pictures?

x 2

[Disburden]

This is definitely an awesome score!

A good day for you, I bet!

[MaduroMan_wcp]

here are a couple of my babies...

the top one is a big german mug, have 4 or 5 like this

bottom picture one on the left is a Nipon, one on the right is marked Brandenburg