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Well, I've got a tube of the Pinnaud (clubman) wax. It's a little funky, I also need to grow more moustache to make it work well. Does the fireman's wacky tacky work similar, or is it less. . . weird? Can't stand Clubman. It's too thin. Think soft (not melted) candle wax for the Wacky Tacky and for...

A little late to the party... I use Firehouse Wacky Tacky www.firehousemoustachewax.com

I have had a couple of them, but they never really did anything for me. As to cleaning - yes those are OK. I also use scrubbing bubbles and a toothbrush. Don't boil the razor though, as there could be issues with the gold plating and any coverings. What Gene said about cleaning. I have one, also. A...

Bob at www.eliterazor.com will make you a custom handle job with a new slant head. Just a thought. Thanks, Squire, I will have a look. And you won't be disappointed. I have a brush and razor hand-crafted by Bob, both made with Red Mallee burl. He's a great guy, both as a craftsman and a gentleman.

Hi J. Some great advice thus far. Trial and error has been mentioned several times, for good reason - only you will know what works and doesn't work for you as you experiment with different blades, razors, and combinations of the two. One last thing, don't be in a hurry to toss out a blade that is n...

stagger wrote:I too am interested in literature. My favorite in the old days had lines like:

See Dick shave. Dick can shave. Shave Dick, shave.

Sorry fellas. Couldn't help myself.

*snicker*

Happy Anniversary, Gil

Hard to believe I'm two years old to SMF today. I may not post much, but the info I have gleaned from all of you has certainly turned my shaves into times I really look forward to.

Thanks to all!!

Sink-shaver here. I will admit I've never tried shaving in the shower, but it just doesn't seem practical. To each his (or her) own, just enjoy your shave!

Great job, great stuff!! Much thanks!

Very nice indeed.

I have several boar brushes and do just what has been recommended - soak the brush. I fill the sink with hot tap water and set my bowl and brush down into it. They soak while I shower. The brush gets soft, the bowl gets hot, and I get a very satisfying warm lather.

I just received my brush from Bob Quinn over at Elite Razor. My wife bought me the razor for Christmas. After seeing Bob's work and how beautiful the wood was (Red Mallee Burl from Australia), I had to get a brush. I splurged a bit and got the 24mm silvertip. Bob was great to work with. He worked wi...

I use what my wife and I both like. If neither of us like it, I won't wear it. She's the only one I have to please. I really only use Brut or Curve cologne. I don't have the funds to try and match an entire lineup for all the soaps I have. As for trying to match, after the scent from my bath soap in...

I've used matching soap/cream combos of C&E Nomad and Sandalwood. I've also used unscented creams from Em's Place and KMF with good results with almost all my soaps at least once. I like to match soap to cream or use unscented cream so as not to take away from the scent of the soap. I used to al...

Ouch!

Thanks.

Hiya, Having never tried it, I can't speak for the shaving cream TSD offers. I do have some experience with the soaps though, and would recommend giving em a try. This product is unlike most small vendor soaps I've sampled.......even looks different. When I first used my order from JoAnna(quite a w...

Winter, summer, spring, fall - doesn't matter. I don't change anything here in New Jersey. I am like Janus in that I really do like the cold water splash after the shave. City water does get nice and cold in the winter. It'll start to warm up mid-spring, which is why I keep a half-liter of water in ...

First, thanks for serving! I'm retired Air Force myself. I echo what the other military guys have said. It's only for a short time. Don't try and draw unnecessary attention to your self. One of the things Basic Training is designed to do is force you learn how to quickly adapt and overcome. Think of...

any tips for a micromatic open comb newbie compared to de's? Same as for any razor you're not familiar with, be it a DE or SE... no pressure, go slow, no pressure, watch the angle, no pressure. Technique is a bit unique, but you can get it. As has been stated, the open comb is the more aggressive. ...