Chicago Area - “The Close Shave"

**¢orey** · 12-12-2011, 01:12 PM

I'd be interested. I'm in the city so it may be a bit of a trip to get out there, but if I can make it, I'll come.

Out of curiosity, what do people "usually" bring? Are we talking primarily samples or a spare tube of cream, or are people going to bring things like nice razors, brushes, etc.?

**sir-nix-alot** · 12-12-2011, 01:20 PM

I was just gonna bring some blades. I've only been doing this for 2 months or so - don't have a collection to thin out yet. lol

**mbrando** · 12-12-2011, 01:39 PM

Hi,

I should have read closer. I've added this to my calendar. January 21, 9:00 a.m. at the Starbuck’s in Burr Ridge right off County Line Road. See you all there. I'll bring some blades and hones.

- Mike

**tommyguns** · 12-12-2011, 02:44 PM

corey
I believe this is more about the meeting the guys we talk to everyday then the exchange so dont worry im just bringing some blades maybe a sample or two of some item i own that i have samples of.

and i said id bring a raffle item so i need to think of ideas....hmmm

**Hammertime1** · 12-12-2011, 02:51 PM

If I can make it I will bring an item to raffle. The time and distance may hinder me unforuntaely. With my back, I am not usually moving so well in mornings. Comming from northwest and current gas prices is pricey with my 4wd. If money is still tight I will have to pass. Hopefully I will have some resolution on some things before then but not holding my breath. I am sure all will have a good time.

**SGB1963** · 12-13-2011, 08:44 AM

All:

I just spoke with my good Friend Howie from Parker and Taconic shave Cream, and he said he would send me a couple items to raffle off! I look forward to seeing and meeting all of you! Maybe someone should bring some sticker name tags so we can easily be identified!

**ChicagoMoose** · 12-14-2011, 06:41 PM

I'm in the city too, added it to my calendar and will try to make it. I will bring some various blades and anything else I can dig up.

Steve

**sir-nix-alot** · 12-15-2011, 08:25 AM

Originally Posted by SGB1963

All:

I just spoke with my good Friend Howie from Parker and Taconic shave Cream, and he said he would send me a couple items to raffle off! I look forward to seeing and meeting all of you! Maybe someone should bring some sticker name tags so we can easily be identified!

Never heard of Taconic before. That Tequila Lime sounds great!

**SGB1963** · 12-15-2011, 09:32 AM

Originally Posted by sir-nix-alot

Never heard of Taconic before. That Tequila Lime sounds great!

See thread:

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthr...hlight=taconic

**sir-nix-alot** · 12-15-2011, 10:22 AM

Originally Posted by SGB1963

See thread:

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthr...hlight=taconic

You try the tequila lime?

**SGB1963** · 12-15-2011, 10:37 AM

Originally Posted by sir-nix-alot

You try the tequila lime?

Not yet. I have the Bay Rum and absolutely love it! It is creamier and goopier than any other cream I have tried. It also whips up easier than other creams I have tried. It just seems to be the most luxurious cream I have ever tried. I smelled the tequila lime yesterday at the Merz Apopthecary in Chicago, and knew instantly I had to have it. A little dab goes a very long way! At some point I will also have to add the eucalyptus mint. I like the Taconic better than AOS and GFT shave creams.

**Price** · 01-03-2012, 11:39 AM

Just heard about this (thanks, JC!), and I'm fairly certain I am in. I'll have to clear it through the Weekend-Planner-In-Chief, but I think I'm probably in the clear.

BTW, my wife picked up a couple of those Taconic shave creams at the Merz get-together, which she put in my Christmas stocking. Bay Rum (because she loves the smell of Captain's Choice - I hope this doesn't disappoint) and Tequila Lime. Haven't had a chance to use them just yet, but they are on deck this week.

**JCinPA** · 01-04-2012, 06:52 AM

You are welcome! I'm lookinf forward to it!

**Clutch Cargo** · 01-10-2012, 02:56 AM

Just bringing this back to the top as a reminder for those in the metropolitan Chicago area:

Don't forget the Chicago Area Swap-O-Rama: Saturday, January 21st at 9:00AM at the Starbuck’s in Burr Ridge right off I-55 (Stevenson Expressway) and County Line Road.

**jrocker** · 01-10-2012, 03:03 AM

have a meet up in Indy for the super bowl, since we will all be there anyways.

**JimmyD** · 01-11-2012, 02:29 AM

Hi guys, it's nice to see a local meet up in the works. Unfortunately, it's a bit of a haul for me (I'm way up in northern Lake County near the IL/WI border). If another get together is scheduled north of the city someday, I'll be there! Be sure to post here again after the meet up.

**sir-nix-alot** · 01-12-2012, 06:10 PM

Thought this was this weekend. Glad it's not cause I am helping someone move.

But....

My wife is due next Friday the 20th. We'll see how it all works out. I'll try my hardest to get there!

**Price** · 01-12-2012, 06:12 PM

Originally Posted by sir-nix-alot

Thought this was this weekend. Glad it's not cause I am helping someone move.

But....

My wife is due next Friday the 20th. We'll see how it all works out. I'll try my hardest to get there!

"Umm...sorry honey. Gotta go. Be back in a couple hours. Keep pushing!"

Yeah, I'm sure that'll go over well.