SMF

After I finish my shave, I rinse with hot and then cold water. After the cold, I use the alum block, which I then pat dry. After a few minutes, I use Thayer's. My shaves are great and SWMBO has stated that my skin has never looked better (and that's after 39 years ofliving under the yoke of Hispanic...

Longer than it takes me to have an orgasm.

You have to look ahead! Consider starting him at a higher level, i.e., Futur, Feathers, nice brush, TOBS, etc.. You might get left in the will. Joking, only joking!

Futur! Next question.

KIDS! You're killing me! SH@T, if you can remember the Supremes or Patti Paige, you're all Hoodsies! Heck, I was doing pushups for Uncle the!

Take 2 motrin and rock the fcuk on!

count me in

I use a C&F balm and then a TOBS Sandalwood cologne/AS. Hey, my wife is well off, why shouldn't I take advantage?

This stuff is potent. I usually cut it with ice cubes and a dash of water.

Adjust to a 9 ! You, Sir, are a MAN! I quake at a 3.

Codger, you're right of course, and that's a practical attitude. But I've found that the esthetics of wetshaving are also important, such as the fragrances and the appearance of brushes and bowls. All these things add to our enjoyment of the morning routine. You win, I can't deny that.I've got a wo...

Quaint, chic, they do their job, but so does ashaving mug.

why not try a futur?

Technique is very important. Desire and $$$$ help. 120 years ago, men did not have the option of a DE first. Just go for it, but remember: technique is important practice makes perfect I'd start with s low cost DOVO, properly honed and a TM practice strop. The soap, etc., can be what you're using no...

Why would not use my Futur, outside of an occasional SE shave? I've found a good razor and I'll stick with it. Even some of my relatives, whom I've turned onto "Futur", swear by it.

Off topic, but does anyone know of anyone who will hone some Rolls blades?

Julius,
You should have said be very CAREFUL with them. They shave great but if you're not careful, they will bite!

I used a Gillette and then went and ordered a Futur. I found the Futur to be superior. Fiven that I'm so happy with my Futur, why would I want to mess with a Vision, especially with the potential maintenance problems?

I'm from Boston, but not there now. I'd be willing to help IF you're not somebody from outside Boston passing themself off as a Bostonian. You know, like somebody from Brockton or Lynn.
Joking,only joking!
What's the issue or issues?

Have used gillettes and gems, but, by far, my favorite is the futur. O/W, when I have the time, it's a STR8.