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Sold pending payment.

Bump with FINAL PRICE REDUCTION.

The Emillion handle is whiter than the standard Rooney "striped" faux ivory, and than the pale beige Simpson. It's not bright white, but a pleasant kind of eggshell white. I think it's very attractive. Frankly, I'd concentrate more on the bristles, which are fantastic in the Heritage line....

SOLD!!! Too many razors in the collection, selling a couple. A beautiful example of this style, this razor is in superb shape. Numbers all filled in completely except "3," which is actually not stamped fully and thus appears thin in some spots. Apparent tarnish under right safety bar in u...

That's a beautiful brush...use it in the best of health.

I'd agree with Gordon that the Finest brushes from Rooney are something that you don't have. I'd try the 3,1 or the 2,1, though the latter has a shape similar to the Alibaba. These are scritchy bristles, they'll exfoliate the skin like crazy. Get them only if you like that feel on the face. Get a di...

EBay is taken to task for not watching counterfeits closely. Doesn't relate that much to us, but at least someone is keeping an eye on auctions there.

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB1214836 ... technology

Yes,

I should add that I'm disappointed to have missed the sale as well.

I'm a big Rooney fan, have bought several brushes at Vintage. Only the 3,1 Finest was a shedder and Jim replaced it immediately. None of the others have any problems. My favorites are the Heritages, I prefer their softness to the PL8 and the CH2 in Best that I have. Just personal taste, but I would ...

man i'm so tempted to buy one. 2 of my buddies are using it and they all say it's impressive. hmm... do i or do i not buy? Look at the twisting pocketwatch. Stare intensely. You're getting drowsy, your eyelids are drooping. Good. Now that you're relaxed, check your bank balance and even if it's in ...

Glad you're enjoying the process. Stick with it, watch your technique evolve, which is the most rewarding part of it all.

Best,

Jay

Possum,

Best of luck with the upcoming surgery. Keep a styptic pen handy and I think you'll be OK. Hard enough to give us pastrami, you do not want to have to give up wet shaving.

Best regards,

Jay

I think Sara Bonnyman is too shy to toot her own horn about this new item, so I thought I would do it for her. I'm the proud owner of two Moss scuttles, one at home and one at the weekend place, and I emailed her a couple of months ago and asked if she had an 8 oz bathroom tumbler to match the scutt...

I suppose the winning bidder is counting on the seller being honest and having an inadequate camera, or he wrote for clarification. I would like to think that people are this honest, but I've been stung before. I've bought razors described as mint, with no pits or scratches; the photos were distant...

I was soundly outbid. :cry: It is a Gillette Aristocrat, probably un-notched, with a beautiful case that looks to be in incredible condition. A gold blade holder would make a compete set. You don't see many with the blue case. I have a minty brown/maroon cased one so I won't cry too hard about this...

I hope one of us didn't pay over $50 for a blurred out picture of goodness knows what. Who is out there bidding?!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi ... 0262517662

Welcome Mimis. I'm sure I can speak for the others in saying that we'll look forward to your posts and reports from Brasil. I'm always amazed when I realize how many guys worldwide have found this site. It's a very impressive community.

Best regards,

Jay

Should I worry that an old open comb, a vintage Gillette from the late '30's to the mid '40's won't work with modern thin, flexible blades? Will the blade strike the comb at each point, so that only the edge between the points will be availalbe for cutting? Is that why the newer safety edge came int...

The Stubby is the most luxurious brush you will ever use. The bristles are the densest of any brush I've ever put to my face. I have the Stubby 3 that I use for creams and it's great. You'll enjoy the 1,1 but you'll love the Stubby. There is no comparison in the softness of tips of the Heritage bris...

All of the above, and frankly, I like the Alibaba 3 because of the larger knot. The handle is indeed beautiful, and it's even more so in person,... beautiful curves.

It's a difficult decision with these Heritage brushes, as they're all magnificent.

Best regards,

Jay