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by msandoval858
Sun Jun 13, 2010 6:30 pm
Forum: Selling & Trading
Topic: FS: Somerset Simpsons Polo 14 - NOS
Replies: 2
Views: 1406

druphus wrote:Mike, you should edit your headline - this monster is a 14, not a 12!

This is Buzz big!
Apparently I'm not thinking today :oops:

Thanks for pointing that out.
by msandoval858
Sun Jun 13, 2010 3:18 pm
Forum: Selling & Trading
Topic: FS: Somerset Simpsons Polo 14 - NOS
Replies: 2
Views: 1406

FS: Somerset Simpsons Polo 14 - NOS

I recently took ownership of a small batch of Somerset made original Simpsons brushes from 8+ years ago. I am keeping a few for my own collection and selling off a few for those looking to own one of these gems for themselves. It goes without saying that they don't make them quite like this anymore,...
by msandoval858
Tue Feb 09, 2010 9:06 pm
Forum: Shaving Brushes
Topic: How many brushes?
Replies: 142
Views: 31678

I've got a few... Simpsons Astor 90th Anniversary (#34) Simpsons Harvard 6 Best Simpsons Emporer 1 Super Simpsons Emporer 2 Super Simpsons Emporer 3 Super Simpsons Tulip 1 Super Simpsons Tulip 2 Super Simpsons Tulip 3 Super Simpsons Tulip 3 Super (2 band) Simpsons Tulip 4 Super Simpsons Chubby 1 Sup...
by msandoval858
Thu Dec 17, 2009 9:15 pm
Forum: Shaving Brushes
Topic: Your thoughts on the following......
Replies: 15
Views: 3899

With the original Simpsons, I found the Chubby 1 to have a slight edge over the Duke 3 in terms of density. Other than that, the two were very close. With the new Simpsons, I think they are even closer. There have been some issues in the past with loft height, particularly with the Duke, however the...
by msandoval858
Tue Sep 01, 2009 5:54 am
Forum: Shaving Brushes
Topic: Question: Simfix two band quality issues?
Replies: 36
Views: 7302

I've had no problems with any of my Vulfix made Simpsons, two band or regular.
by msandoval858
Wed Aug 26, 2009 9:04 pm
Forum: Selling & Trading
Topic: FS: T&H and Penhaligon's Fragrances
Replies: 1
Views: 1021

1805 and Cornubia are sold.

Grafton still available!
by msandoval858
Tue Aug 25, 2009 5:39 pm
Forum: Selling & Trading
Topic: FS: T&H and Penhaligon's Fragrances
Replies: 1
Views: 1021

FS: T&H and Penhaligon's Fragrances

Time to clear some space from my bathroom and moving out a few fragrances I never wear. The Cornubia is one I got for the wife awhile back and she didn't care for it. Only sprayed maybe 5 times. All are atomizer bottles in original boxes. Mint condition. Truefitt & Hill 1805 100ml 95% full. $55....
by msandoval858
Fri Aug 14, 2009 11:36 pm
Forum: ShaveMyFace University
Topic: New Method Shaving Video
Replies: 35
Views: 6414

Charles does have a tendency to change things within his system rather frequently, as he is always trying to find ways to improve it. His lingo and passion about shaving can sometimes put people off a bit, but the quality of his stuff certainly does speak for itself. I've had the pleasure of meeting...
by msandoval858
Sun Aug 09, 2009 3:50 pm
Forum: Shaving Brushes
Topic: simpsons/kent/rooney
Replies: 26
Views: 4577

Kent... no way. They make nice brushes, but they are nowhere near the density you are looking for. Rooney will be just as dense, if not a touch more. In the super silvertip grade, I think they are a great buy. Polo 8 Super, very good brush. The new supers however tend to be a finer gauge hair (exclu...
by msandoval858
Sat Aug 08, 2009 2:28 pm
Forum: Selling & Trading
Topic: FS: Chubby 2 Best / Kent BK4
Replies: 6
Views: 2002

Chubby 2 needs a home gents...

$140.00 shipped
by msandoval858
Fri Aug 07, 2009 11:32 pm
Forum: Selling & Trading
Topic: FS: Chubby 2 Best / Kent BK4
Replies: 6
Views: 2002

Mike, I'm shocked! This is unseemly! Everyone knows that serious brush freaks and collectors NEVER sell brushes! Trade brushes perhaps.....but never SELL them. When was the last time that Peter sold a brush? For shame! Regards, Gordon Yes, brush freaks never sell brushes... unless they desperately ...
by msandoval858
Fri Aug 07, 2009 1:20 pm
Forum: Selling & Trading
Topic: FS: Chubby 2 Best / Kent BK4
Replies: 6
Views: 2002

FS: Chubby 2 Best / Kent BK4

Time to raise money for camera gear! Two brushes up for sale: Original Simpsons Chubby 2 Best I have two of these (thanks SBAD) and will be keeping one, letting the other go to a good home. This brush is in mint condition, comes with original box and papers. Only lathered it twice, did not see any h...
by msandoval858
Sat Jul 25, 2009 5:45 pm
Forum: Shaving Creams & Hard Soaps
Topic: Trumpers Soaps?
Replies: 22
Views: 4255

I agree that the Trumper soaps really only differ in scent. As for the scent component, some do react to my face a bit differently. I have the limes, sandalwood, rose, and violet. Of the group, the violet seems to leave my face feeling the softest. The rose scent sometimes irritates the skin a bit s...
by msandoval858
Fri Jul 24, 2009 8:04 pm
Forum: Shaving Brushes
Topic: The Simpsons Polo 10 in two band super badger
Replies: 19
Views: 3259

Beautiful brush... I do like the looks of the two band loft - very classy. Man, that thing is huge! The handle on the PL8 was pushing it in terms of size for me. I don't think I can handle the PL10 and can't image using a PL12! haha I've had 3 shaves so far with my PL14. After that, the 10 and 12 d...
by msandoval858
Fri Jul 24, 2009 8:00 am
Forum: Shaving Brushes
Topic: New Simpson ( Vulfix ) X2L Colonel
Replies: 21
Views: 5418

Gordon, I'm glad to hear you are happy with the brush. It's nice to know I'm not alone in singing the praises of Vulfix's efforts in keeping the Simpsons brand alive.

I like the X2L so much, I have two of the new ones :lol:
by msandoval858
Thu Jul 23, 2009 12:55 pm
Forum: Shaving Brushes
Topic: The Simpsons Polo 10 in two band super badger
Replies: 19
Views: 3259

Peter, you beat me to the PL10 2 band :x

Oh well, mine should be here before too long.

Looks great!
by msandoval858
Mon Jul 13, 2009 2:16 pm
Forum: Shaving Brushes
Topic: Ok... so I'm showing off
Replies: 14
Views: 3546

Well, I put this monster to use this morning for the first time. Part of me wanted to keep it unused as it's such a beautiful and hard to find piece, but I had to see what it was like. Thankfully, my owning a Vulfix #40 was a good training tool for stepping up to this brush :lol: Took about 3x more ...
by msandoval858
Sun Jul 12, 2009 1:52 pm
Forum: Shaving Brushes
Topic: Ok... so I'm showing off
Replies: 14
Views: 3546

drP wrote:
msandoval858 wrote:
drP wrote:It's a Somerset PL14 Mike, right?
Sure is. I'll bet you know where this gem came from too :wink:
Yeah...are there any left..?
A couple of 14 Supers and 12 Best. The 12 is calling to me...
by msandoval858
Sun Jul 12, 2009 1:25 pm
Forum: Shaving Brushes
Topic: Ok... so I'm showing off
Replies: 14
Views: 3546

drP wrote:It's a Somerset PL14 Mike, right?
Sure is. I'll bet you know where this gem came from too :wink:
by msandoval858
Sat Jul 11, 2009 9:55 pm
Forum: Shaving Brushes
Topic: Ok... so I'm showing off
Replies: 14
Views: 3546

Ok... so I'm showing off

But I can't help it. This brush is just too pretty not to.

One of my ultimate SBAD goals has been achieved!!

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