Arko August

**mblakele** · 08-20-2012, 06:50 AM

To use up the last of the stick, try the tip at http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthr...53#post4348753

Originally Posted by Luc

**mspk1111** · 08-20-2012, 06:52 AM

I've been putting my arko sticks in one of those plastic stick holders and just pulling off chuncks and pushing them in with my thumb. It works great but I'm concerned about warping or breaking the center plastic post that guides the plunger. Has anyone run into an issue like thatm?

**StillShaving** · 08-20-2012, 06:22 PM

Originally Posted by JoshuaNY

I squish mine into a bowl so Im not the best to answer, but I found this and thought it might be helpful, Stick Tutorial

As for the 1/8 inch sized stick, put some water on both ends and stick it on top of a new stick(I think I saw that mentioned in this thread, or it could have been another) seems like a good idea. You could also squish it into a little bowl if if you are not going to use another stick.

That makes sense. And thanks for the link, that is the one I remembered reading years ago. I was thinking that the Arko shave stick would make a good travel kit companion due to its small size and light weight, but keeping it protected without getting some kind of container looks like a challenge.

**Krodor** · 08-20-2012, 07:39 PM

I now see a good use for old deodorant "dial-up" containers. Once empty, dial them back and pack in a stick or two of Arko. Dial it up, rub on face, and you're set! Sounds good in theory, I guess. Can't dial it back down I suppose, and you really wouldn't want to accidentally swap it for deodorant (ha! Think of armpits lathering up during the day!). I think I'll give it a go next time I have an extra stick, and I'll save my next deodorant holder specially for it.

**Buster Casey** · 08-20-2012, 08:38 PM

Another shave with Arko today followed up with Alt-Innsbruck. I soaked my stick in water to help soften the soap when I spread it on my face. Great shave, but the soap didn't soften enough to continue soaking the stick. Still can't smell lemon. Love the Arko.

**GregDR** · 08-21-2012, 07:25 PM

Shave #8

**Jtokle** · 08-21-2012, 07:32 PM

I've decided to extend my Arko and Astra August into September. Who's with me?

**mikeschu** · 08-21-2012, 08:14 PM

Originally Posted by Jtokle

I've decided to extend my Arko and Astra August into September. Who's with me?

Nope - I've got Speicktember on my mind.

**StillShaving** · 08-21-2012, 08:51 PM

Originally Posted by GregDR

Shave #8

Nice effect. I like your pic.

**RedRocks** · 08-22-2012, 05:52 AM

Originally Posted by Jtokle

I've decided to extend my Arko and Astra August into September. Who's with me?

No Astra for me, Super Iridium Septober! I have no immediate plans to switch from Arko, so Arko it is!

I tried to squeeze one too many shaves out of the last Super Iridium, so I had to let my face heal up a bit! Loaded a new SI in the Slant this morning, lathered up with Arko and had my eighth shave this month. I splashed on some Captain's Choice I got the other day - SWMBO said I smell like Christmas!

~Frank

**Kooze** · 08-22-2012, 06:03 AM

Originally Posted by RedRocks

I tried to squeeze one too many shaves out of the last Super Iridium, so I had to let my face heal up a bit! Loaded a new SI in the Slant this morning
~Frank

How many shaves are you able to get out out of SI's?

**biloxi123** · 08-22-2012, 09:35 AM

Got my first Arko stick this past Monday, I'm now on day 2 of my Arko August. Better late than never. I ordered a shave stick tube frm WC Shaving to make dispensing and storage a lot easier. First impressions, great inexpensve soap, great latherability but think I like bowl lathering better thus far.

**RedRocks** · 08-22-2012, 10:26 AM

Originally Posted by Kooze

How many shaves are you able to get out out of SI's?

I have been able to get 7, but the last one is real iffy. In this case it was only the second shave with a new (to me) Slant. I shouldn't have even tried!

Six for sure. The 6th is every bit as good as the first. That's where I am going to draw the line.

~Frank

**Lamar** · 08-22-2012, 11:05 AM

Originally Posted by Jtokle

I've decided to extend my Arko and Astra August into September. Who's with me?

As much as I'm enjoying Arko everyday, I gotta have some variety this September. Today is my 22nd shave with Arko (I know I started late but I had shaved twice a day to catch up to match the dates

).

**GregDR** · 08-22-2012, 12:24 PM

Originally Posted by Lamar

As much as I'm enjoying Arko everyday, I gotta have some variety this September.

I know how you feel. Love arko but I've got a Palmolive stick, a puck of Sandalwood shave soap made by a local soap maker and my GFT Coconut calling my name.

Staying loyal to the Arko man until the 1st though.

**JoshuaNY** · 08-22-2012, 01:33 PM

Originally Posted by Jtokle

I've decided to extend my Arko and Astra August into September. Who's with me?

I would, but I have decided to try out Speicktember for the first time, speaking of which I gotta pick up a stick.

Originally Posted by Lamar

As much as I'm enjoying Arko everyday, I gotta have some variety this September. Today is my 22nd shave with Arko (I know I started late but I had shaved twice a day to catch up to match the dates

).

Lamar you are a true warrior, we appreciate your dedication with the 2 a days.

**Bad Robot** · 08-22-2012, 05:33 PM

Still running strong with the Arko. First use of my new whipped dog silvertip today also, was great!

**mikeschu** · 08-22-2012, 06:28 PM

Single Ring, Gillette Thai Super Thin, and Arko. I'm leaning towards putting the Single Ring on BST but otherwise it was a good shave.

**GregDR** · 08-23-2012, 09:38 AM

Originally Posted by Buster Casey

Still can't smell lemon. Love the Arko.

I agree! I can't detect a lemon scent at all. Smells more like a fresher "Ivory Bar Soap"

Love the scent and performance!

**JoshuaNY** · 08-24-2012, 06:44 AM

Originally Posted by GregDR

I agree! I can't detect a lemon scent at all. Smells more like a fresher "Ivory Bar Soap"

Thats what I get too, I might have to pick up some lemon pez to compare.

I am loving my Arko shaves, it is a beast in the bathroom. I think once I get through all of the soaps and creams I have aquired, I am just going to use Arko. So that should be sometime in the 24th century.