Acquisitions April 20 - 26

[Suzuki]

Let's see the goodies for this week!

[Hanspleasure]

Me first!

[Whiskeytown]

http://i11.ebayimg.com/02/i/001/41/8a/5d46_1.JPG


picked this up on ebay to decant my Family Dollar Spice Shulton-style old spice AS into. I am going to love the nostalgic feel:lol:

[Arthelion]

47693
47694
stoked about the TOBS lavender

[HossJT]

Just got my Mama Bear's order today, Rosemary Mint and Beau Brummel. They both smell awesome. Can't wait until the morning!

[rm71]

No pics, but I just got the following in the mail yesterday;

TOBS Almond cream
Proraso Aftershave splash
Speick cream.

Can't wait to try them all out:w00t:

[markb]

Arrived today!

http://www.nehp.net/~markbeem/Shaving/2009%20shaves/April/IMG_1699.jpg

[bythbook]

hot off dBay - we'll see how she cleans up...

http://ipick4u.com/listings/pics/Safety_Razor017.JPG

[cfriend]

http://img.skitch.com/20090421-mamgmgsmc6ue4t4ti9kfxt6a9.preview.jpg (http://skitch.com/christiancfriend/bcpmh/img-0035)
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Thanks Sue!

[RILEY]

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Thanks Sue!

Nice score, :w00t:

I notice the Rosemary/Mint has been an especially popular choice as of late :thumbup1:

[bokaba]

Monday:

Mama Bear's Chypre Rose cologne (her last bottle)
Derby Lavender Shaving Cream

[EchoPlexi]

As it turns out, I'm officially "taking the plunge" as some might put it. We've been engaged for a few months, but I felt it was time to share this as "My score" Anna and I, Jason, are engaged to be married this August. After seven years we finally decided it was time.
47758

I'm still paying on this. She's worth it though. So expect to see some razors on the BST.
47759


Nice score on the Single Ring bythbook. I have one from that period, early '05? Mine's a bit ugly, but shaves gently.

[thirdeye]

These are some great looking scores so far this week fellows....:thumbup1:

[cfriend]

Nice score, :w00t:

I notice the Rosemary/Mint has been an especially popular choice as of late :thumbup1:

Yeah, it smells great. I whipped up some lather with each of them and I have to say my favorite so far is Vanilla Sandalwood, then Barbershop, then Rosemary Mint. The Vanilla Sandalwood... my goodness.



"My score" Anna and I, Jason, are engaged to be married this August. After seven years we finally decided it was time.

Wow, congrats! That's awesome news. Best score so far :smile:

[joshmpdx]

Congrats Jason!

[buddydog]

From the bay....
http://i5.ebayimg.com/01/i/001/41/cb/2675_1.JPG

[scoopster]

As it turns out, I'm officially "taking the plunge" as some might put it. We've been engaged for a few months, but I felt it was time to share this as "My score" Anna and I, Jason, are engaged to be married this August. After seven years we finally decided it was time.
47758

I'm still paying on this. She's worth it though. So expect to see some razors on the BST.
47759


Nice score on the Single Ring bythbook. I have one from that period, early '05? Mine's a bit ugly, but shaves gently.

Congratulations!

[rm71]

Congratulations Jason!

[kzoo1]

Congrats Jason!

No pics- but I just received a new 37C Slant in the mail yesterday. First shave this morning, DFS!

Thanks to Bulldawg, and the BST on B & B!

[Whiskeytown]

From the bay....
http://i5.ebayimg.com/01/i/001/41/cb/2675_1.JPG



buddydog, i had my eye on that bad boy all evening. I'm glad someone on here picked it up...i just couldn't get myself to submit a bid.

How much did it end up going for? I saw it was at $16.00 with about 40 minutes left.


When you get it clean it up and give us some close ups! Good score.

[bythbook]

As it turns out, I'm officially "taking the plunge" as some might put it. We've been engaged for a few months, but I felt it was time to share this as "My score" Anna and I, Jason, are engaged to be married this August. After seven years we finally decided it was time.






Congratulations to you both...

Great score (to you both)!

[EchoPlexi]

Thanks to you all. I didn't mean to "hijack" the thread. Enough of my yackin', let's get back to our AD's!

[JEEP]

Got a nice fat handle NEW in the mail today:


http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e259/Jakobeep/Vintage/Fat_Gillette_NEW_01_01.jpg

http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e259/Jakobeep/Vintage/Fat_Gillette_NEW_01_02.jpg


Traded it for a Ball-End Old Type and Brit. Alu handle Tech With New Orleans :001_smile


Regards.

Jakob

[merwtje]

Minora/Gillette

[bokaba]

Tuesday

Wars Cream
Taylors Lavender Cream

[Not4you]

From the bay....
http://i5.ebayimg.com/01/i/001/41/cb/2675_1.JPG

I was watching that one too as i want a red tip at some point. But I just don't have a Gem to put in that case :w00t:

[huracan]

My recent haul:

Coles slant, Italian Floid & Kent MS23 medium bristle hair brush

http://img523.imageshack.us/img523/8085/p1000375.jpg (http://img523.imageshack.us/my.php?image=p1000375.jpg)

[Austin]

Shipment from SaintCharlesShave arrived.

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=16912

[buddydog]

buddydog, i had my eye on that bad boy all evening. I'm glad someone on here picked it up...i just couldn't get myself to submit a bid.

How much did it end up going for? I saw it was at $16.00 with about 40 minutes left.


When you get it clean it up and give us some close ups! Good score.

It ended up at $16.50.I'll post better pics when it gets here.

[scoopster]

Shipment from SaintCharlesShave arrived.

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=16912

Jeekers! Is that a custom batch or do you just like to stock up when you find a product you like?

[Austin]

Jeekers! Is that a custom batch or do you just like to stock up when you find a product you like?

We are in a depression you know. You have to hoard. :biggrin:

This is a custom batch for family and friends.

[Muirtach]

I went riding around today in search of a dip warmer to use as a scuttle but instead found this Martini glass set at my local World Market for a simple four dollars. It might be a little smaller but it looks nice and at the price is worth a shot. Worse comes of it I have a nice chilled martini glass. I will upload a photo later when I get home, but is a stemless martini style glass that nestles into a larger bowl. Pretty simple but should work well.
Here is the image. The weight of the glass keeps it in position even with the bowl completely filled. Glass is a little thin so the heat retention is not as good as a pottery one, but I really like the look.

[theperfectstorm]

This is a custom batch for family and friends.

And that, kids, is why he's our fearless leader.

Excelsior!

[Not4you]

yet another '58 TV Special arrived today. Two more en route plus a few other scores.

[Bird-Man]

http://i11.ebayimg.com/02/i/001/41/8a/5d46_1.JPG


picked this up on ebay to decant my Family Dollar Spice Shulton-style old spice AS into. I am going to love the nostalgic feel:lol:

Hey! I'm thinking about doing the same thing! :thumbup1:

[Maher]

Quote: As it turns out, I'm officially "taking the plunge" as some might put it. We've been engaged for a few months, but I felt it was time to share this as "My score" Anna and I, Jason, are engaged to be married this August. After seven years we finally decided it was time. ... trim ... Jason. [Quote]


Jason, this is the best "score" of your life ... enjoy it and congrats :thumbup1:

[Maher]

I went riding around today in search of a dip warmer to use as a scuttle but instead found this Martini glass set at my l ... trim ..

brilliant :thumbup1:

[DE7]

This 40s Gillette Super Speed arrived yesterday. I purchased it from a fellow B&B member. I already have a 70s SS, but I'd heard so many good things about the 40s SS I just had to buy one.

Mike

[bokaba]

Tues

TOBS Lavender
Wars SC

[Andy]

http://users.tpg.com.au/abensch//SL372573.jpg

Went into The Shaver Shop today.
Ended up coming out with

2 pucks Comoy Sandalwood Shaving soap
2 Bottles C&E Sandalwood
Bottle of Proraso Aftershave Balm


Not bad, can't remember what I originally went in for though.....

[Ulysses]

I'm trying to not spend much money right now (and pretty much succeeding), but i got a bottle of C.O. Bigelow Elixir Black ASB at Bath and Body Works. Oh, and one of those tube keys from Crabtree and Evelyn.

And I won't be getting anything else until I get home for the summer. Promise!:wink:

[JimBow]

As it turns out, I'm officially "taking the plunge" as some might put it. We've been engaged for a few months, but I felt it was time to share this as "My score" Anna and I, Jason, are engaged to be married this August. After seven years we finally decided it was time.
47758

I'm still paying on this. She's worth it though. So expect to see some razors on the BST.
47759


Nice score on the Single Ring bythbook. I have one from that period, early '05? Mine's a bit ugly, but shaves gently.

Congrats!! It'll be about a year next month for me and the little lady...time flies, huh?:thumbup1:

[spyoly]

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=16928

[Bird-Man]

Just got some of this tonight from a friend. I can't believe how good this smells! Looking forward to using it tomorrow morning.

[renoles]

100 Derby blades and a tube of their cream - Lavender is what arrived

300 mL bottle of Spanish Floid should be on the way

Having my Gillette sent down too (not really an acquisition but something new in the lineup)

Congrats to JimBow (on the 1st anniversary) and EchoPlexi (on your engagement and setting a date) - my wife and I just celebrated two years

[Dustinl]

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=16928

Very nice!:thumbup1:


DL

[Groundhog]

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=16928

:thumbup1: Very sweet.....Rodd will be drooling, as am I.

[rabelais99]

No pics, but I scored a set of nostalgic scents from Rasage Poulin.

J.M. Fraser Mosswood shave soap
Booster Mosswood AS

The soap is OK (not the best glide I've ever had), and the AS is fine (does indeed moisturize).

Also got some 4711 cologne.

Now this is nostalgic for me. My mom used to use 4711 to make eau de linge (linen water - dilute a cologne with water and decant it to a spray bottle). So all of my sheets and blankets smelled like this until I was bout 6 years old. It's a nice old-fashioned scent.

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alan

[Hanspleasure]

:thumbup1: Very sweet.....Rodd will be drooling, as am I.

I concur!!

[OneRand]

Congratulations. Jason

[JEEP]

A nice Gillette NEW Standard:


http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e259/Jakobeep/Vintage/Gillette_NEW_Standard_01_01.jpg

http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e259/Jakobeep/Vintage/Gillette_NEW_Standard_01_02.jpg


Regards.

Jakob

[Dustinl]

Jacob,

That is a nice specimen! Congratulations!


DL

[JEEP]

Thanks. A slightly bent tooth, a small (seemingly stabile) crack are the only blemishes.

I am looking very much forward to shaving with it.


Regards.

Jakob

[cfriend]

http://img.skitch.com/20090422-gww8mdbd35an2qh1p6wh1kycj8.preview.jpg (http://skitch.com/christiancfriend/bcs6y/img-0038)
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Proraso, Creamo, and Speick cream courtesy of WCS. C.O.Bigelow from Bath and Body Works. Merkur 1904 and Derby pack from DunEdinRanger (it finally arrived!) GEM blades from Walgreens, Grooming set as a gift from my hair stylist, "Nice Cool shaving alum" from India Bazaar. Not pictured is a pair of military style brushes from Sally's. Read a thread on them that piqued my interest, picked up some cheap ones to see if they agree with me.

[bokaba]

Wed

Trumper's Rose SC
Silvertip brush

[DunEdinRanger]

http://img.skitch.com/20090422-gww8mdbd35an2qh1p6wh1kycj8.preview.jpg (http://skitch.com/christiancfriend/bcs6y/img-0038)
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Proraso, Creamo, and Speick cream courtesy of WCS. C.O.Bigelow from Bath and Body Works. Merkur 1904 and Derby pack from DunEdinRanger (it finally arrived!) GEM blades from Walgreens, Grooming set as a gift from my hair stylist, "Nice Cool shaving alum" from India Bazaar. Not pictured is a pair of military style brushes from Sally's. Read a thread on them that piqued my interest, picked up some cheap ones to see if they agree with me.

:biggrin: It only shipped on the 13th, people across the nation got stuff shipped later which arrived faster than your package!

I'm curious, what is in the box by the blades?

- Lou

[DunEdinRanger]

No pics, but I scored a set of nostalgic scents from Rasage Poulin.

J.M. Fraser Mosswood shave soap
Booster Mosswood AS

The soap is OK (not the best glide I've ever had), and the AS is fine (does indeed moisturize).

Also got some 4711 cologne.

Now this is nostalgic for me. My mom used to use 4711 to make eau de linge (linen water - dilute a cologne with water and decant it to a spray bottle). So all of my sheets and blankets smelled like this until I was bout 6 years old. It's a nice old-fashioned scent.

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alan

There's a Mosswood Soap?!?!?!?! Where does one acquire this???

[cfriend]

:biggrin: It only shipped on the 13th, people across the nation got stuff shipped later which arrived faster than your package!

I'm curious, what is in the box by the blades?

- Lou

alum!

[rodd]

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=16928

:w00t::drool: That is INCREDIBLE. Wow!


:thumbup1: Very sweet.....Rodd will be drooling, as am I.

you called that one. :biggrin:

[Arthelion]

48049
hot diggity
1.5x size one piece with horizontal and vertical ridges

[Jonnyfive]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3586/3466886999_d17fb382e5.jpg?v=0

Here's my latest score! Weeeeeee!:w00t:

From left to right, from top to bottom.
Lady Gillette. 1940's Super Speed. Flare Tip

Second row.
I don't know what the one on the far left is. Fatboy. Slim. Super Adjustable. Tech with plastic handle (made in england) and a Knack (I think)

[JEEP]

The far left one is a ball-end Old-Type I believe.

Nice score.


Regards.

Jakob

[ctakim]

Congrats to Jason (sorry I'm a bit late to catch up!). And sweet chrome Norfolk, with case and instructions!!:eek:

[rabelais99]

There's a Mosswood Soap?!?!?!?! Where does one acquire this???

OOOps. A mistake on my part. What I bought was the Fraser's Mosswood shave cream.

....sorry for the false alarm.

Mind you, a mosswood soap would be rather nice....

One can always hope.

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alan

[Andy]

http://users.tpg.com.au/abensch//SL372584.jpg

Latest score from Men's Biz.

Speick Deo-Stick
Speick Shaving Cream
Speick Aftershave Balm
Alum Block
TOBS Sensitive Skin Shaving Cream
Pack of Feathers
Pack of Astras
Pack of Derbys
Puck of Col Conk Almond Soap

Plus free samples!!!! Got to love free samples

I think I have AD.......but if this is an addiction, I don't want to be cured :biggrin::biggrin:
I have already had to move my shaving gear into another cupboard as I was getting complaints about taking over the bathroom cabinet.
http://users.tpg.com.au/abensch//SL372588.jpg
Andy.

[Jonnyfive]

The far left one is a ball-end Old-Type I believe.

Nice score.


Regards.

Jakob

Is that the one that doesn't hold a modern DE razor blade properly?

[Not4you]

48049
hot diggity
1.5x size one piece with horizontal and vertical ridges

WOW, that is a beauty!! :biggrin:

[buddydog]

The red tip I bought on the bay.....

http://i547.photobucket.com/albums/hh450/andycat60/P1040375.jpg
http://i547.photobucket.com/albums/hh450/andycat60/P1040376.jpg
http://i547.photobucket.com/albums/hh450/andycat60/P1040377.jpg
Almost perfect....:biggrin:

[JEEP]

Is that the one that doesn't hold a modern DE razor blade properly?

It was made for a slightly diffrent kind of blade, but it can be used with modern blades. It's a rather agressive razor imho.


Regards.

Jakob

[Whiskeytown]

^^that thing cleaned up great buddydog. I should have battled you for it :smile:. just kidding, i actually just made a deal with a fellow B&B user for one. I only hope it shines up like yours!

[bennyJ82]

From WCS. Wishing I hadn't already shaved today.
48138

[markb]

Arrived today

http://www.nehp.net/~markbeem/Shaving/2009%20shaves/April/IMG_1707.jpg

Shavemac model 436 from Vintage Blades & Royall Spyce ASL

[Dustinl]

Arrived today

http://www.nehp.net/~markbeem/Shaving/2009%20shaves/April/IMG_1707.jpg

Shavemac model 436 from Vintage Blades & Royall Spyce ASL

Very nice! I bought a Shavemac from Vintage Blades and do not regret it a bit. You'll love that brush!


DL

[Not4you]

here are some pics of a few acquisitions I have mentioned lately ... C&E Nomad, a minty Khaki (but missing the blade case), a few TVs and a '57 Flare Tip in a case. Not sure if it is the right case or even the right blades, but I like it nonetheless.

http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p184/Not-4-you/Nomadetal_0012.jpg

http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p184/Not-4-you/Nomadetal_0010.jpg

http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p184/Not-4-you/Nomadetal_0009.jpg

http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p184/Not-4-you/Nomadetal_0008.jpg

[VR6ofpain]

As it turns out, I'm officially "taking the plunge" as some might put it. We've been engaged for a few months, but I felt it was time to share this as "My score" Anna and I, Jason, are engaged to be married this August. After seven years we finally decided it was time.
47758

I'm still paying on this. She's worth it though. So expect to see some razors on the BST.
47759


Nice score on the Single Ring bythbook. I have one from that period, early '05? Mine's a bit ugly, but shaves gently.Nice work. I got engaged (after 5 years, back in May of 2004) and got married last August. Don't worry, it is not a plunge, but the beginning of a new life as an adult. You will feel a little different the next day...no matter how much you tell yourself you don't.
Congrats!

[Dustinl]

here are some pics of a few acquisitions I have mentioned lately ... C&E Nomad, a minty Khaki (but missing the blade case), a few TVs and a '57 Flare Tip in a case. Not sure if it is the right case or even the right blades, but I like it nonetheless.

http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p184/Not-4-you/Nomadetal_0012.jpg

http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p184/Not-4-you/Nomadetal_0010.jpg

http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p184/Not-4-you/Nomadetal_0009.jpg

http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p184/Not-4-you/Nomadetal_0008.jpg

Very nice! Man you guys are killin' me! I havent scored in a few weeks! I am having RAD withdrawals.


DL

[bman40]

I picked up a 3 oz bottle of Arden Sandalwood EDC and a 1oz bottle of Grey Flannel EDT.

I just used the SAndalwood after a 5 km run / shower...I think I recognize the scent from when I was a kid... maybe a teacher who used it :lol:

Tomorrow I'll give it another go...

Barry

[tarbush]

1 puck of Susie's Homemade Olive Oil shaving soap - Sage and Citrus Scent.

WOW - what a great scent!

Received from Suzie's Bubble and Squeak
http://www.susiesbubbles.net

[buddydog]

http://i547.photobucket.com/albums/hh450/andycat60/P1040382.jpg
I don't know what this is,or how old it is,but I like it a lot.

[merwtje]

http://i547.photobucket.com/albums/hh450/andycat60/P1040382.jpg
I don't know what this is,or how old it is,but I like it a lot.

Looks like a British NEW from the '30s, nice score!

[professorchaos]

Two Japanese natural hones, one of which you may recognize from the b/s/t forum (thanks Lear!). And two other items which will make their B&B debut in the SOTD forum.


http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3610/3469037669_0416e8a9bf.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3491/3469850656_80c3cb6fbf.jpg

[AceBuckeye]

Couple Straights:

http://i724.photobucket.com/albums/ww242/dgizzo/IMG_0004.jpg

http://i724.photobucket.com/albums/ww242/dgizzo/IMG_0006.jpg

The Puma picture is straight out of the box in the mail, haven't even hit it with any cleaner yet, stunned how unused it appears to be. :w00t:

[buddydog]

I bought this....what is it?

http://i547.photobucket.com/albums/hh450/andycat60/P1040392.jpg
http://i547.photobucket.com/albums/hh450/andycat60/P1040393.jpg
http://i547.photobucket.com/albums/hh450/andycat60/P1040394.jpg

[Dustinl]

I bought this....what is it?

http://i547.photobucket.com/albums/hh450/andycat60/P1040392.jpg
http://i547.photobucket.com/albums/hh450/andycat60/P1040393.jpg
http://i547.photobucket.com/albums/hh450/andycat60/P1040394.jpg

Buddydog, it looks like a scraper. I'm not sure.

Is that Hemingway in your avatar?


DL

[buddydog]

Yes Hemingway,with a Gin and his shark killer.

[jeffb]

250 Super Iridium's (I've read some positive reviews, hopefully they will replace the Swede's I'm almost out of) and 10 Feather's (I haven't used these since I first started a couple of years ago and want to give them another shot).

[biomesh]

Received my Bull Mastiff Handle from cooncatbob / bobsrazorworks. (Pics with open comb Merkur head)

Pictures can not truly capture the overall quality and beauty of this razor handle.

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=16999

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=17000

http://badgerandblade.com/gallery/displayimage.php?imageid=17001

[bennyJ82]

Wow Robert, that is a real beauty. Bob does some excellent work!

As for me, just got a bottle of the Family Dollar Old Spice Aftershave knockoff. At $1.60/bottle I just couldn't resist smelling what the old formulation Old Spice was like.

[Jack-in-the-Green]

Here's some stuff I've gotten this week. (The Tweezerman's not new. That's just where I've started keeping it.) Plus, I stole the idea of using a pipe stand for a razor rack from a couple other B&Bers. This rack holds 16 razors, and spins like a lazy susan.

http://i674.photobucket.com/albums/vv110/Jamie-O7/Aquisitions04-24-09.jpg

http://i674.photobucket.com/albums/vv110/Jamie-O7/RazorRack.jpg

[spanx]

Picked up a red tip code b1 for .25 cents. It was not put away properly so it needs a good cleaning. The wife got me a tech code y3.Near mint as I did not remove the original manufactures packaging.got it for .50 cents. I cannot post pics cause my camera went to shit.

[Jack-in-the-Green]

BioMesh - That is a gorgeous handle. Would you mind sharing about how much CoonCat Bob charges for a piece like that?

[Not4you]

One last acquisition for the week, from a fellow B&B'er. And I am super excited!! This thing is MINT!

http://www.badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=85780

[biomesh]

BioMesh - That is a gorgeous handle. Would you mind sharing about how much CoonCat Bob charges for a piece like that?

$40 plus a few dollars for shipping.

[ambrose]

I picked up a late W Greaves & Sons & a Morley & Sons clover brand.

I am in the processes of restoring them. I have the blade of the Morley & Sons nice and clean and mirrored. Can you see me in the blade taking the pic.

[VR6ofpain]

I cannot post pics cause my camera went to shit.I love honesty.

[bokaba]

Friday

Blue Willow Soup Mug with thick walls. Will be used as a shave mug.

http://i21.ebayimg.com/07/i/001/40/c7/421f_1.JPG

[heirkb]

I picked up a late W Greaves & Sons & a Morley & Sons clover brand.

I am in the processes of restoring them. I have the blade of the Morley & Sons nice and clean and mirrored. Can you see me in the blade taking the pic.

My god! What did you do to get it that clean? That's incredible. I've done the whole polish and scrubbing bubbles (other way around) set up, but never with results like that.

[laconic1]

I picked up a pair of Spyderco Fine Grit and Ultra Fine Grit hones this week so now I can learn to hone my recently acquired straight razor.

[Muirtach]

The EF bowl actually has milled Irisch Moos in it.

[sachin]

Couple Straights:

The Puma picture is straight out of the box in the mail, haven't even hit it with any cleaner yet, stunned how unused it appears to be. :w00t:

Nice scores you got there Ace.

[ambrose]

My god! What did you do to get it that clean? That's incredible. I've done the whole polish and scrubbing bubbles (other way around) set up, but never with results like that.

Thank you, it took a lot of sanding and polishing. I used a variety of abrasives. From 100 grit aluminum oxide to rubbing compound. It was more of an experimental razor. I also took out the pins and broke the scales on accident on one end. :frown: so now im off to make new ones for this one.

[D.Irving79]

stuffed into one picture:

- new boater
- near mint 1907 british valet autostrop set
- late 1910s star brush
- pat. may 28. 1918 conklin crescent filler fountain pen (gift from best friend)

[professorchaos]

I picked up a late W Greaves & Sons & a Morley & Sons clover brand.

I am in the processes of restoring them. I have the blade of the Morley & Sons nice and clean and mirrored. Can you see me in the blade taking the pic.

That Greaves looks like it will clean up nicely!

[bokaba]

Saturday

De Vergulde Hand Soap

[huracan]

I picked up a late W Greaves & Sons & a Morley & Sons clover brand.

I am in the processes of restoring them. I have the blade of the Morley & Sons nice and clean and mirrored. Can you see me in the blade taking the pic.


My god! What did you do to get it that clean? That's incredible. I've done the whole polish and scrubbing bubbles (other way around) set up, but never with results like that.



He is a master at polishing. Nice Sheffields too Ambrose.

[RILEY]

From WCS. Wishing I hadn't already shaved today.
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Nice score. :thumbup:

I want to try the Provence Sante Green Tea spalsh so badly but I cant, I have to deplete my stash.

What does the Marvis ginger taste like? Will I want Sushi after?
I have the classic strong mint. I detect a hint of licorice in it.

[spinyeel]

stuffed into one picture:

- new boater
- near mint 1907 british valet autostrop set
- late 1910s star brush
- pat. may 28. 1918 conklin crescent filler fountain pen (gift from best friend)
Nice Valet.:wink:I had a bid on that one.:biggrin:

[BalthasarR]

I was just at this car boot sale and bought this. I didn´t find anything else and thought I won´t be leaving empty handed :biggrin:

Beeing a DE guy I don´t understand much about these things. Can anyone tell something about it?

http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z308/nuppo/DSC_0004-5.jpg?t=1240733650
http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z308/nuppo/DSC_0003-7.jpg?t=1240733681
http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z308/nuppo/DSC_0002-8.jpg?t=1240733705
http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z308/nuppo/DSC_0001-9.jpg?t=1240733727

[Tabula rasa]

Quite pleased with this week´s haul. First off a 1921 New Improved in an unidentified tin case. It was surely worth the 10 USD I paid.
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A very simple "Josima" razor which I found rather interesting. I know nothing about this whatsoever, but the mechanism is rather novel.
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Finally, a English Redtip with a case in decent condition for 15 USD. The razor is not mint, but it´s probably about 98%. The paint is completely intact.
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[copperhead]

Quite pleased with this week´s haul. First off a 1921 New Improved in an unidentified tin case. It was surely worth the 10 USD I paid.

A very simple "Josima" razor which I found rather interesting. I know nothing about this whatsoever, but the mechanism is rather novel.

Finally, a English Redtip with a case in decent condition for 15 USD. The razor is not mint, but it´s probably about 98%. The paint is completely intact.


Excellent score!

[bythbook]

from 1905, with befores & afters!

http://i491.photobucket.com/albums/rr274/bythbook/Safety_Razor017.jpg?t=1240748172

http://i491.photobucket.com/albums/rr274/bythbook/Safety_Razor020.jpg?t=1240748321

and, after a little scrubbing bubbles & a judicious application of maas (and no-talent digital photography):

http://i491.photobucket.com/albums/rr274/bythbook/dblring5.jpg?t=1240748437

http://i491.photobucket.com/albums/rr274/bythbook/dblring4.jpg?t=1240748517

as you can see the end teeth are bent - there is a tiny tiny hairline crack at the top of the handle (visible only after polishing) - but it's my double ring!!!! And it just occurred to me - 1905 was my father's birth year - realizing that, I am esp. happy to have this razor!

[SmoovD]

Picked up a Burma Shave mug with soap, unused. Also a Gillette New in the maroon and black box.

[jakespoppy]

Congratulations, Jason. That one should last a lifetime!

[copperhead]

from 1905, with befores & afters!

and, after a little scrubbing bubbles & a judicious application of maas (and no-talent digital photography):
as you can see the end teeth are bent - there is a tiny tiny hairline crack at the top of the handle (visible only after polishing) - but it's my double ring!!!! And it just occurred to me - 1905 was my father's birth year - realizing that, I am esp. happy to have this razor!

Congrats on your double ring! The bent teeth should not be a problem if you decide to shave with it.

[bythbook]

Congrats on your double ring! The bent teeth should not be a problem if you decide to shave with it.

I shaved with it this morning - it was a pleasure!

Old Types are sooo maneuverable, so light & responsive (what ARE we talking about here?) - seems the cap is a little more curved than my '07 single ring - so I needed to tighten the thing wayyyy down to secure the blade.

BBS all the way.

[Tolduonce]

We all know what straight razors are, but who knew there was such a thing as gay razors? Found these in a plastic bag on the bottom shelf of an antique shop. Asked the lady at the counter if she had any DE razors and was told that a guy came in just yesterday and cleaned them out. Welcomed me to have a look around. Found thirty blades still sealed in plastic in a ziploc bag for $9. Oh, one other thing, the gold beauty was in there too and was totally hidden by the blades. Can anybody help me ID both the blades and the razor? I know the photo is poor, but here's what I can tell you about the razor. Gold Gillette 3 piece, 3" handle, no date code and looks like it's never even seen a drop of water.

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[SmoovD]

We all know what straight razors are, but who knew there was such a thing as gay razors? Found these in a plastic bag on the bottom shelf of an antique shop. Asked the lady at the counter if she had any DE razors and was told that a guy came in just yesterday and cleaned them out. Welcomed me to have a look around. Found thirty blades still sealed in plastic in a ziploc bag for $9. Oh, one other thing, the gold beauty was in there too and was totally hidden by the blades. Can anybody help me ID both the blades and the razor? I know the photo is poor, but here's what I can tell you about the razor. Gold Gillette 3 piece, 3" handle, no date code and looks like it's never even seen a drop of water.

48556

That looks to be a ball-end Tech- lovely razor.

[Tolduonce]

That looks to be a ball-end Tech- lovely razor.

Thanks Smoov. Now I have a frame of reference for my research. Here's a couple more gets from a different mall. $2 for the Old Spice shave mug and $5 for the Avon Station Wagon AS 6 fluid ounces of memories. Was planning to refill it, but the more I sniff it, the harder it will be.

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[professorchaos]

I was just at this car boot sale and bought this. I didn´t find anything else and thought I won´t be leaving empty handed :biggrin:

Beeing a DE guy I don´t understand much about these things. Can anyone tell something about it?

http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z308/nuppo/DSC_0004-5.jpg?t=1240733650
http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z308/nuppo/DSC_0003-7.jpg?t=1240733681
http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z308/nuppo/DSC_0002-8.jpg?t=1240733705
http://i192.photobucket.com/albums/z308/nuppo/DSC_0001-9.jpg?t=1240733727

What do you want to know? Vintage Solingen, looks like its about a 5/8 and just right for a first straight. I have one in 13/16, which was easy enough to hone and shaves nicely. So I think you should clean it up, get it honed and become a straight guy.

[rodd]

stuffed into one picture:

- new boater
- near mint 1907 british valet autostrop set
- late 1910s star brush
- pat. may 28. 1918 conklin crescent filler fountain pen (gift from best friend)

WOW! That is one of the earliest Autostrops is it not? Looks incredible. I love that Star brush too. Glad you found a boater for the honeymoon!

[D.Irving79]

WOW! That is one of the earliest Autostrops is it not? Looks incredible. I love that Star brush too. Glad you found a boater for the honeymoon!

its the "second" of the first model i think. and that brush is awesome. its super small and the knot dosent look like much, but i like it.

:001_smile