Monday October 23rd - Sunday October 29th

[letterk]

I'm not home right now, but I assume my T&H soap came in.

[NMMB]

Assuming that you've scored? I like that (as I believe many economists would).

[jduffy]

I equate economists with astrologists rather than astronomists. :laugh:

[NMMB]

I equate economists with astrologists rather than astronomists. :laugh:
You aren't the only person to (wrongly) think that way... I blame such views on macroeconomics - a field that I loathe.

[ratcheer]

I thought my new brush and razor and soaps would be here when I got home, today, but they weren't. Sometimes, the UPS man comes later in the evening, though.

Tim

[castlecraver]

Brand new Parker 84 from Rene... oh MAN... what a GORGEOUS razor!!!

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=4123

Thanks Rene!!! Can't wait to take it for a spin tomorrow...

[pellicle]

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=4124

Big delivery from Mama Bear... :a14:

B&B Summer Aftershave
Rosemary Mint soap
Coconut Lemongrass soap
Dragon's Blood cologne
Mysore Sandalwood FO soap
Spiced Apple Cider soy candle [tester sample]
Cedarwood & Lemon soap

[SSLStudio]

PFewww Im good till 2010 for B&B Cologne. that stuff is worth Gold.

[TomH]

Brand new Parker 84 from Rene... oh MAN... what a GORGEOUS razor!!!

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=4123

Thanks Rene!!! Can't wait to take it for a spin tomorrow...

Pat, congrats, it's a real beauty...:thumbup: :thumbup:

Thomas

[castlecraver]

Pat, congrats, it's a real beauty...:thumbup: :thumbup:

Thomas

Thanks! Boy, that sucker is quite a bit more aggressive than my Parker 90! Still, just one tinnnnnny nick on my chin that didn't even bleed. I'm very pleased though with the shave!! Nice lightweight, no-hold-barred 3-piece. I'll post a review after I use it a few more times :redface:

[TomH]

Bought this today:

Thomas

[SSLStudio]

fabelhaftes pinsel Thomas , tolle sache pure badger.

gutes Haul..... :wink2:

[crackstar]

Tom, ich glaube Proraso und Omega seid der selber Creme. Diese Pinsel ist sehr schon! Gluck und Vergnugen, lieber Freund! Tolle Sache!

Jeff

[dszpiro]

This was waiting for me when I returned from Baltimore this evening.

Cheers,

[castlecraver]

This was waiting for me when I returned from Baltimore this evening.

Cheers,

Hey Danny... what size/grade is that Rooney?

[boboakalfb]

Arko Regular Shave Cream
Arko Cool Shave Cream
Arko Sensitive Shave Cream
Arko Commando

[dszpiro]

Hey Danny... what size/grade is that Rooney?

Hi Pat,

That's a Rooney Style 3 in Super, medium size. I picked this up from Scotto. I am very much looking forward to trying this in the morning!

Cheers,

[castlecraver]

Hi Pat,

That's a Rooney Style 3 in Super, medium size. I picked this up from Scotto. I am very much looking forward to trying this in the morning!

Cheers,

Yikes. I made a stupid joke out of that thread after you bought the damn thing and didn't even remember it. Nice brush tho... the style 3 is growing on me :tongue:

[dszpiro]

Yikes. I made a stupid joke out of that thread after you bought the damn thing and didn't even remember it. Nice brush tho... the style 3 is growing on me :tongue:

No worries! :biggrin: I have taken a liking to long-handled brushes so it was precisely because this was a Style 3 that I pulled the trigger. I find that long handles are easier to grip when making lather.

Cheers,

[pellicle]

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=4151

Gillette Ranger Tech

[LedZeppelin]

I bought letterk's 50 blade sampler and the 240 derby extras for B&B'ers from ebay. Then it hit me like a ton of bricks...I don't even own a double edge razor yet. So I bought the following Gillette adjustable 1-9's from ebay. Prices include tax and S&H:

1) '63 slim from a guy in Israel $22.90
2) '71 black mesh handle from a person in Nova Scotia $16.00
3) fatboy w/case/blades/paperwork $45.15
4) fatboy w/case/blades $43.25

Do these prices look at least fair...for ME!

P.S.- I may be interested in another fatboy or two (I need fatboys for Christmas present for father and brother-in-law and courtesy score for friend. Any offers?

[19george]

Those prices are about right these days. I've been noticing the prices on ebay have been going up lately. I guess its this forum. :mad: :001_rolle

One thing though you can get the razors cheaper. Its just a matter of being patient enough to find a good deal.

[Lyrt]

100 Feather blades
And Rene was nice, he added 5 Sharp and 2 7AM.

[Lyrt]

Great, the order I placed on the 27 of august finally arrived.

http://img259.imageshack.us/img259/5527/dsc0458rq8.jpg

http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/8240/dsc0463zp4.jpg

http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/2697/dsc0464bx5.jpg

http://img126.imageshack.us/img126/1677/dsc0466dq4.jpg

http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/8577/dsc0473sf3.jpg

http://img126.imageshack.us/img126/7395/dsc0475hx0.jpg

http://img126.imageshack.us/img126/8002/dsc0479sw5.jpg

http://img126.imageshack.us/img126/3457/dsc0483cs4.jpg

http://img259.imageshack.us/img259/6743/dsc0484da6.jpg

[Tinzien]

2 Bodum Pavina Double-Wall Thermo Glasses
2 Bodum Pavina Double-Wall Cooler/Beer Glasses
1 tin of Bob's Chocolate Flake tobacco
1 tin of Astleys No.109 pipe tobacco
Gently used 125ml bottle of Ralph Lauren Safari AS Splash from TraderJoe

[Dinder1]

I have the same Pavina glasses, they are fantastic!
Cheers, DJ.

[Jim]

http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=4156 (http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=4156&original=1&c=3)

[dszpiro]

One day I will build-up the courage to try this straight. It has been honed and came "shave ready", but am I? :eek:

Cheers,

[Scotto]

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/files/1/8/IMG_2868_1_1.JPG
Simpson PJ1
Edwin Jagger Silvertip
Trumper Rose soap

Finally completed the Persian Jar Trio:
http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/files/1/8/IMG_2871_2_1.JPG

[Dinder1]

Scotto, where did you order your E&J from? Oh, and that PJ1 is shure a cute little bugger.
Cheers, DJ.

[castlecraver]

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/files/1/8/IMG_2871_2_1.JPG

Gee, just guessing, but did you happen to use that PJ2 in the Rose soap too? It looks a little... pink :blushing: :tongue_sm

[Scotto]

Scotto, where did you order your E&J from? Oh, and that PJ1 is shure a cute little bugger.
Cheers, DJ.
English Shaving Company. And a mighty fine transaction if I do say so. Lightning-fast shipping from England.

[Scorpio]

http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=4156 (http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=4156&original=1&c=3)


Nice Slant Goose looks just like mine!!! enjoy it!!!

Raf

[Jim]

why thank you Raf!

I will take it for a spin tomorrow.

[19george]

Great, the order I placed on the 27 of august finally arrived.

And yet I'm still interested in what you bought. I'm Greek (well, of the American variety) and would love (ok admittedly for the novelty sake) to try the Greek cream. Its a bit pricey though. Have you used it? Is it any good? Also what's the name brand of the hair gel? And finally, what store did you buy it from (that way I can neatly avoid having to wait two months for an order:tongue: )?

Thanks.

[TomH]

No shaving stuff, bought this for the office:

Thomas

[rtaylor61]

Scotto,

Nice brushes. There is something VERY familiar about the shape of that EJ. You know...SR familiar...

Randy

[scarface]

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/files/1/8/IMG_2868_1_1.JPG
Edwin Jagger Silvertip



Finally the horn handle EJ is available....I've been drooling over Joel's for to long...Off to The English Shaving Company I go :biggrin:

Thanks Scotto for informing us of the availability.

[Dinder1]

Finally the horn handle EJ is available....I've been drooling over Joel's for to long...Off to The English Shaving Company I go :biggrin:

Thanks Scotto for informing us of the availability.
While you are there, check out Letterk's review of the brush, they have it posted on their site, as well as a link to B&B....pretty friggin cool!
Cheers, DJ.

[Scotto]

Finally the horn handle EJ is available....I've been drooling over Joel's for to long...Off to The English Shaving Company I go :biggrin:

Thanks Scotto for informing us of the availability.
You won't be disappointed. I would get the XL if you can afford it - they run on the small side.

[scarface]

While you are there, check out Letterk's review of the brush, they have it posted on their site, as well as a link to B&B....pretty friggin cool!
Cheers, DJ.


Thanks DJ, just got back from ordering the brush. I however didn't know they had the review by LetterK posted until you mentioned it. After a little digging I found it. It is pretty awesome that they have it posted. Thanks.

For anyone interested in the direct link here it is: Review (http://www.theenglishshavingcompany.com/product-reviews-badger-and-blade-edwin-jagger-medium-traditional-silvertip.html)

[Stauff]

Ordered a PJ2 and TOBS Mr. Taylor at TGS. The devil made me do it.

[scarface]

You won't be disappointed. I would get the XL if you can afford it - they run on the small side.


Thanks Scotto. I ordered the medium as I prefer the smaller brushes. Just out of curiosity what size is yours?

[Scotto]

Large, which is ~24mm knot.

[scarface]

^^ Thanks. You think the medium would be a 22mm knot or 19mm knot?

If it's 22 i'm fine but if its 19 I'm better off ordering the Large.

[letterk]

It's closer to 22mm than 19mm.

[scarface]

Thanks John.

[Scotto]

^^ Thanks. You think the medium would be a 22mm knot or 19mm knot?

If it's 22 i'm fine but if its 19 I'm better off ordering the Large.
I believe in his review of the medium, John said his was 22 mm.

[scarface]

^^Thanks. I think I'll stick with the medium.

[Lyrt]

And yet I'm still interested in what you bought. I'm Greek (well, of the American variety) and would love (ok admittedly for the novelty sake) to try the Greek cream. Its a bit pricey though. Have you used it? Is it any good? Also what's the name brand of the hair gel? And finally, what store did you buy it from (that way I can neatly avoid having to wait two months for an order:tongue: )?

Thanks.
I’m sorry I didn’t answer earlier but I wanted to try the product at least once. First impression: I’m awed. Seriously, this product is great, especially since it is non-foaming and brushless. When you apply it, there is only a very thin layer of cream on the skin and it looks like it will serve no purpose, but I managed to get a baby-butt-smooth shave real quick. I’ll test it again this weekend and post a review probably on Tuesday. Note that my beard is not that hard to shave and my skin is quite insensitive.

The hair gel is from the same company, Korres (http://www.korres.com/).

I ordered everything from Carter & Bond, but I wouldn’t blame them for the delay. Some products I ordered were out of stock and they offered to split the order in two. I declined as I wasn’t in a hurry. However, it took one month for the French postal service to deliver it.

[Jim]

http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=4172 (http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=4172&original=1&c=3&userid=675)

[Dinder1]

Some stuff from Classic shaving arrived today.

Feather ASB
Feather blade bank
Lynn Abrams/ World of Staight Razor Shaving DVD
I figured I should study this DVD a little before shelling out the big bucks on a straight razor rig.
Cheers, DJ.

[TraderJoe]

http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=4156 (http://www.badgerandblade.com/gallery/showimage.php?i=4156&original=1&c=3)

Jim, nice SR....which one is that?

[Jim]

Jim, nice SR....which one is that?
Thanks Joe
Its the 3722 very nice brush and just the right size for me! A better look at it is in the SOTD photo for today.
Charles has amazing service!

[TraderJoe]

Thanks Joe
Its the 3722 very nice brush and just the right size for me! A better look at it is in the SOTD photo for today.
Charles has amazing service!

He sure does!

btw - how the H did you manage yourself that title? (verb.)

[19george]

I’m sorry I didn’t answer earlier but I wanted to try the product at least once. First impression: I’m awed. Seriously, this product is great, especially since it is non-foaming and brushless. When you apply it, there is only a very thin layer of cream on the skin and it looks like it will serve no purpose, but I managed to get a baby-butt-smooth shave real quick. I’ll test it again this weekend and post a review probably on Tuesday. Note that my beard is not that hard to shave and my skin is quite insensitive.

The hair gel is from the same company, Korres (http://www.korres.com/).

I ordered everything from Carter & Bond, but I wouldn’t blame them for the delay. Some products I ordered were out of stock and they offered to split the order in two. I declined as I wasn’t in a hurry. However, it took one month for the French postal service to deliver it.

Thanks Lyrt. Looks like more stuff on my to buy list. :frown:

[jduffy]

KMF Mint and Olbas Oil.

Much thanks to Jonathan the BlackLabelBrewer for his thread on self-mentholation and the heads up on Olbas Oil. That stuff is nice! Don't know if I'll create my own ASB as he did but I just might give it a try if I can find the time.

Very amped to use the KMF Mint as well.

[castlecraver]

Shucks, should have put this here in the first place...

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=4173

My Reviewapalooza prize arrived last night!!! Luv the aftershave... the cream was a little "dry," but 'twas only a first go this morning (and I was hungover).

[Greenleaf]

http://img114.imageshack.us/img114/5980/dsc02046oj9.jpg

http://img45.imageshack.us/img45/125/dsc02047hf1.jpg

http://img78.imageshack.us/img78/1010/dsc02054ra4.jpg

:smile:

1st is a pack from Rene.
and the chocolates are for friends actually :biggrin: (that's the best belgian chocolate you can find imo).

[Razorlite]

:thumbup:A Gillette adjustable, 1 shave today on setting 3 and impressed so far!:thumbup:

[madmedic]

Tabac EDC
2 Packs Tesco Blades

Brian

[dszpiro]

It's Simpson City and I'm the Mayor!

Cheers,

[Jack Bauer]

Hydrolast:
Cube
Green tea & Lime Paste
Green tea & Lime conditioner
1 pack of feathers

Chris

[GillSchicKettE]

finally became an owner of a Merkur Vision Set, got a great deal on ebay and it was delivered today. I've always wandered why these are so rare amongst B&B members? :

[scarface]

C&E Sandalwood Shaving Soap
C&E Sienna Shaving Soap
Simpsons Catalog :o16:
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e125/myt_mouse28/DSC05650.jpg

[Austin]

It's Simpson City and I'm the Mayor!

Cheers,

Very nice Mr. Mayor!

[dszpiro]

Very nice Mr. Mayor!

Thank you Austin! :biggrin1:

Here's a question for all of the Simpson's mavens out there: I have four Simpson's brushes now, three of which are labeled "Super". I also have plenty of supers / silver-tips from other manufacturers (Omega, EJ, Rooney, Kent). In all of these cases (save one) the pattern of the hair looks the same as you see in my previous posting for the Major. However, the PJ3 in that posting (labeled "Super") has dark hair right into the handle.

Is this variation normal? Did I accidentally receive a Manchurian PJ3? :biggrin1:

Thanks,
Danny

[Dinder1]

Thank you Austin! :biggrin1:

Here's a question for all of the Simpson's mavens out there: I have four Simpson's brushes now, three of which are labeled "Super". I also have plenty of supers / silver-tips from other manufacturers (Omega, EJ, Rooney, Kent). In all of these cases (save one) the pattern of the hair looks the same as you see in my previous posting for the Major. However, the PJ3 in that posting (labeled "Super") has dark hair right into the handle.

Is this variation normal? Did I accidentally receive a Manchurian PJ3? :biggrin1:

Thanks,
Danny
This seems to be the norm for Simpson brushes, a crap shoot....which kind of badger bundle will I receive this time? Maybe this just adds to the mystique.:confused:
Cheers, DJ.

[dszpiro]

This seems to be the norm for Simpson brushes, a crap shoot....which kind of badger bundle will I receive this time? Maybe this just adds to the mystic.:confused:
Cheers, DJ.

Ah well, so much for my Manchurian candidate theory. :wink:

Cheers,

[TimmyBoston]

Simpson Chubby 3 in Super
MaleFace Razor Bump Remedy
A&F Woods Cologne

Tonight, I also caved and put in another order to Charles at QED.

[jduffy]

It's Simpson City and I'm the Mayor!



I think you're wrong. You're not the mayor but the MAJOR!

BTW thanks for the sequential pics of the major. Always wondered about those. :biggrin:

[htownmmm]

:biggrin: :tongue: :biggrin:

1.Merkur Slant

2. Simpson's B6(per Lee's recommendation and trust!)


Already planning the SOTD for tomorrow morning- that extra hour is going to come in handy!


Marty

[19george]

Bought a Edwin Jagger Medium Best to replace my C&E Best, which fell in the toitet (damn cramped bathroom :mad: ) from the English Shaving Company.
While I was there I also bought
Trumper Violet and Coconut in tubes.
Two packs of Swedish Gillette blades.

Also got in the mail a 1920's Gillette NEW model which I won for $2.50 including shipping. :cool:

[htownmmm]

I bought letterk's 50 blade sampler and the 240 derby extras for B&B'ers from ebay. Then it hit me like a ton of bricks...I don't even own a double edge razor yet. So I bought the following Gillette adjustable 1-9's from ebay. Prices include tax and S&H:

1) '63 slim from a guy in Israel $22.90
2) '71 black mesh handle from a person in Nova Scotia $16.00
3) fatboy w/case/blades/paperwork $45.15
4) fatboy w/case/blades $43.25


P.S.- I may be interested in another fatboy or two (I need fatboys for Christmas present for father and brother-in-law and courtesy score for friend. Any offers?

RESISTANCE IS FUTILE!

Marty

[TraderJoe]

And to celebrate the ND victory, I picked this up (which was packaged well in that bag in the background) for $20. The brush handle is made of porcelain and has a nice heft to it. Not too shabby:

2526

[slcsteve]

Hey Danny

Really nice little brushes:biggrin:

Nice regardless of the size because as we all know.......size really doesn't matter, it's how it's used:devil:

[dszpiro]

Hey Danny

Really nice little brushes:biggrin:

Nice regardless of the size because as we all know.......size really doesn't matter, it's how it's used:devil:

Oh Steve, that hurts. :redface: Of course, now you can pick on everyone else for their little brushes. FYI, I was about 30 seconds behind you on pulling the trigger for the Coles brush. :001_tt1: Have fun!

Cheers,

[PalmettoB]

Some goodies I got whilst in Charleston, SC for the weekend. The C&E shop is small, but they have a good selection. The Smoking Lamp is a great tobacco shop on East Bay Street.

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=4200

[TimmyBoston]

L'Occitane CADE A/S Splash
Banana Republic Black Walnut EDT

I placed an order at Em's Place, Cant wait til it gets here! :badger: :jump:

[Stauff]

Vergulde Hand soap stick

[TimmyBoston]

A new pipe today!

A handmade Bjarne Classic Viking. I love it. And some blends from my local tobacconist. A couple cigars a pair of Montecristo Series V and a Macanudo for SWMBO, I'm so happy!

[msandoval858]

Let's see...

I got a 5 pack of Trinidad Coloniales.
Handfull of FF OpusX: Fuente Fuente, XXX Belicoso, Robusto, and #2.

Company also tipped me a $50 Amex gift certificate. trying to determine what shave gear that should be spent on :biggrin: