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- Thu Mar 21, 2019 8:32 am
- Forum: Shaving Creams & Hard Soaps
- Topic: Mitchell's Wool Fat and Hard Water
- Replies: 14
- Views: 9605
Re: Mitchell's Wool Fat and Hard Water
Hi John, I have extremely hard water (well water) - which affects the performance of every soap (and deposits rust on brushes etc ...) In my experience, MWF is not affected by the hard water any more than other soaps. With Mitchell's, just don't add too much water and you should be fine ... ... cur
- Thu Mar 21, 2019 7:42 am
- Forum: Shaving Creams & Hard Soaps
- Topic: GFT Officer / Gentleman
- Replies: 0
- Views: 3499
GFT Officer / Gentleman
Hi all,
Has anybody used this soap before?
Geo. F. Trumper Officer and Gentleman Shaving Soap
I've used and liked Trumper hard soaps - but have not tried this one as yet - any comments on the quality and scent?
... cur
Has anybody used this soap before?
Geo. F. Trumper Officer and Gentleman Shaving Soap
I've used and liked Trumper hard soaps - but have not tried this one as yet - any comments on the quality and scent?
... cur
- Fri Sep 18, 2015 8:26 pm
- Forum: The Gentlemen's Parlor
- Topic: Did you enjoy a cigar today?
- Replies: 64
- Views: 20110
Re: Did you enjoy a cigar today?
Gents, Looks like I missed this thread during the warmer weather when I smoke cigars. It's great here in Southern Ontario to sit in the late afternoon and enjoy a cigar and a beverage while the sun is going down. Since we can legally purchase Cuban cigars here in Canada, they tend to be the "go...
- Wed Aug 05, 2015 5:49 am
- Forum: Selling & Trading
- Topic: 5 Simpsons - ALL SOLD!!
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4166
Re: 5 Simpsons
ALL SOLD
Great brushes - hope you all enjoy them!!
... Steve
Great brushes - hope you all enjoy them!!
... Steve
- Fri Apr 24, 2015 5:21 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Importance: Lather vs. Blade
- Replies: 18
- Views: 5112
Re: Importance: Lather vs. Blade
I tried exactly ONE cake of Williams soap - one of the first I ever purchased (around 2000 I believe). Even compared to other, inexpensive soaps it was not great, but I finished it eventually. Agreed that a great lather is key, although certain blades work better for me and others don't. ... Steve
- Tue Apr 21, 2015 6:19 pm
- Forum: Selling & Trading
- Topic: 5 Simpsons - ALL SOLD!!
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4166
Re: 5 Simpsons
The PJ3 and T2 are both pre-Vulfix era brushes.
... Steve
... Steve
- Wed Apr 15, 2015 9:26 pm
- Forum: Selling & Trading
- Topic: Pewter Shave Mug
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1202
Re: Pewter Shave Mug
Reduced to $35 shipped.
- Wed Apr 15, 2015 6:40 pm
- Forum: Straight Razors
- Topic: Straight Razor Beginner
- Replies: 13
- Views: 7465
Re: Straight Razor Beginner
I am trying to get into straight razor shaving. I was just wondering how long it has taken some people to finally get used to it and get good shaves from it. One month? Six months? A year? Hi Migs, Welcome!! If you have a truly "shave ready" razor, I don't think it will take long to get a...
- Tue Apr 14, 2015 6:45 pm
- Forum: Straight Razors
- Topic: Pasted Strops
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4416
Re: Pasted Strops
Steve, I have both CrOx and diamond paddle strops and I hardly use them because I find that when my razors have reached the stage of needing them, honing is inevitable fairly soon anyway. What does prolong the life of a blade is the use of a latigo strop, not every time but after several shaves off...
- Tue Apr 14, 2015 5:51 am
- Forum: Straight Razors
- Topic: Pasted Strops
- Replies: 6
- Views: 4416
Pasted Strops
Gents, I have a few straight razors and use them occasionally. Since I'm not a honing expert like some others here, I will typically just try to maintain the edges as long as possible. Lately, my Dovo Special was a bit rough on the face, so I got out the 4 sided, pasted strop. 8 laps on the 1.0 whit...
- Wed Apr 08, 2015 9:04 am
- Forum: Selling & Trading
- Topic: 5 Simpsons - ALL SOLD!!
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4166
Re: 5 Simpsons
Eshan, T3 and Chubby are all gone.
PJ3 and T2 are still available.
... Steve
PJ3 and T2 are still available.
... Steve
- Fri Apr 03, 2015 8:05 pm
- Forum: General
- Topic: Minimal Travel Gear
- Replies: 21
- Views: 11532
Re: Minimal Travel Gear
Agreed on the comments about airport "security" - less convenience without really increasing the security of the plane. One time, they took a "knife" out of a Swiss Army card I had (got for a Christmas gift) <- the blade was about 1 inch long - chuckle - what a security threat!! ...
- Thu Apr 02, 2015 8:34 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: razor burn....please help
- Replies: 11
- Views: 4557
Re: razor burn....please help
Gil, agreed - witch hazel is very soothing and Thayers has a selection of them. It's great even if you don't have razor burn ...gil3591 wrote:menthol is an irritant. try using witch hazel. thayers rose witch hazel is nice!
... Steve
- Thu Apr 02, 2015 8:30 am
- Forum: General
- Topic: Minimal Travel Gear
- Replies: 21
- Views: 11532
Re: Minimal Travel Gear
Basil, Your Travel Gear is a bit minimalistic for me, I typically pack a dopp kit with: Rooney Travel brush Harris Soap stick Some kind of light, cream AS (Neutrogena ...) Gillette tech 2 blades 1 Cologne This is fine if you check your bag, however, it is obviously a problem to try to get through se...
- Tue Mar 31, 2015 8:29 pm
- Forum: Selling & Trading
- Topic: 5 Simpsons - ALL SOLD!!
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4166
Re: 5 Simpsons
Thanks David,TheMonk wrote:Very nice brushes, and great prices! GLWTS, Steve!
Hope you are enjoying the Simpson's Astor brush!!
... Steve
- Tue Mar 31, 2015 11:28 am
- Forum: Selling & Trading
- Topic: 5 Simpsons - ALL SOLD!!
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4166
Re: 5 Simpsons
Me too John - these are all really good and in good shape - I'm cutting back to essentials at the moment!churchilllafemme wrote:Beautiful classic brushes. I hope you find good homes for them.
Rec'd a PM on the Eshan ...
... Steve
- Tue Mar 31, 2015 9:44 am
- Forum: Selling & Trading
- Topic: 5 Simpsons - ALL SOLD!!
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4166
5 Simpsons - ALL SOLD!!
Gents, 5 Simpsons Brushes for sale! 1. Eshan version X2L - 2 band <-- SOLD - thanks Patrick Eshan.jpg Great backbone, perfect shape and really white tips. $85 shipped in NA 2. Somerset Chubby 2 Best <-- SOLD - thanks Jon Chubby2.jpg In perfect shape with sticker. $140 shipped in NA 3. Somerset PJ3 S...
- Tue Mar 31, 2015 8:54 am
- Forum: Selling & Trading
- Topic: Pewter Shave Mug
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1202
Pewter Shave Mug
Hampshire Pewter shave mug, includes box and all original packaging.
Nice size and in great shape, $40 shipped in NA.<--- now, $35 !
... Steve
Nice size and in great shape, $40 shipped in NA.<--- now, $35 !
... Steve
- Fri Jan 02, 2015 6:08 pm
- Forum: The Gentlemen's Parlor
- Topic: Watches, watches, watches (caution: modem burner)
- Replies: 146
- Views: 65079
Re: Watches, watches, watches (caution: modem burner)
Mike,
Nice Seamaster!
Omega watches are very well made and historically significant (moonwatch).
Now, with the Rory Mcilroy endorsement, this brand will likely become even more popular.
... Steve
Nice Seamaster!
Omega watches are very well made and historically significant (moonwatch).
Now, with the Rory Mcilroy endorsement, this brand will likely become even more popular.
... Steve
- Mon Dec 15, 2014 11:43 am
- Forum: Selling & Trading
- Topic: Creed Bois du Portugal
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1184
Re: Creed Bois du Portugal
BUMP and price reduction ..