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by EL Alamein
Fri Dec 31, 2021 12:21 pm
Forum: Straight Razors
Topic: Care of Kanayama Strops
Replies: 13
Views: 7390

Re: Care of Kanayama Strops

Well, I started using this the day after Christmas as Christmas day I did not shave. I didn't even get out of my pajamas the whole day. It was nice to just relax with the family. So far so good. I really can't say much more or that I notice any difference thus far. I'll be interested to see if this ...
by EL Alamein
Fri Dec 31, 2021 12:15 pm
Forum: Shaving Creams & Hard Soaps
Topic: Noxzema - it's been too long, my friend
Replies: 36
Views: 19434

Re: Noxzema - it's been too long, my friend

Was inspired to use Noxzema this morning and it was very satisfying. It's nice to revisit this every now and then to enjoy and remember.

Chris
by EL Alamein
Fri Dec 24, 2021 7:49 am
Forum: General
Topic: Merry Christmas
Replies: 9
Views: 3758

Re: Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas!

Chris
by EL Alamein
Sun Dec 19, 2021 9:47 am
Forum: Shaving Creams & Hard Soaps
Topic: trumpers rose soap
Replies: 9
Views: 3936

Re: trumpers rose soap

I had a similar experience with Trumper's Sandalwood shaving soap. The scent did not even resemble what it used to be and the performance was downright dreck - exactly as Gill experienced. No matter how much soap you dug out with your brush the lather just completely dissipated within seconds. And l...
by EL Alamein
Tue Nov 23, 2021 5:54 pm
Forum: ShutterBug Shaver
Topic: More Portraits
Replies: 13
Views: 5383

Re: More Portraits

I have to agree with what Murray said, I like these portraits especially yours. And I also agree with the suggestion to keep your hair.

I never got the bug to take pictures but I must admit I do like looking at other people's photographs when they share.

Chris
by EL Alamein
Mon Nov 22, 2021 1:46 pm
Forum: Straight Razors
Topic: Care of Kanayama Strops
Replies: 13
Views: 7390

Re: Care of Kanayama Strops

It's worth the effort on the linen. As for the cordovan strop, use it taut, not slack, and with very light strokes. It will not forgive the slightest reversal of direction as you flip the razor at the end of a stroke, so you'll probably end up using it slowly and carefully. I believe the suede stro...
by EL Alamein
Sun Nov 21, 2021 4:38 pm
Forum: Straight Razors
Topic: Care of Kanayama Strops
Replies: 13
Views: 7390

Re: Care of Kanayama Strops

So Santa has delivered and I am anxious for Christmas Day to arrive. Mrs. Claus says I should wait to set an example of proper restraint to the children, ahem. One observation I have is that this does not smell like horse hide like I am used to or even at all. My point of reference is my very first ...
by EL Alamein
Sun Nov 21, 2021 4:06 pm
Forum: General
Topic: FYI....a shaving story making its way across the www!
Replies: 3
Views: 3339

Re: FYI....a shaving story making its way across the www!

Thanks, Clive. I agree this was a nice read.

Chris
by EL Alamein
Mon Nov 08, 2021 11:23 am
Forum: Colognes & Aftershaves
Topic: Cripped from Basenotes about Penhaligon new releases
Replies: 30
Views: 12492

Re: Cripped from Basenotes about Penhaligon new releases

I have to admit, I broke out the Victorian Limes today myself. It's nice how someone's thread can inspire you.

Chris
by EL Alamein
Mon Nov 08, 2021 11:21 am
Forum: Shaving Creams & Hard Soaps
Topic: Lather While Traveling
Replies: 16
Views: 10862

Re: Lather While Traveling

Ten thumbs up on that, Clive!

Chris
by EL Alamein
Sat Nov 06, 2021 4:09 pm
Forum: Shaving Creams & Hard Soaps
Topic: Lather While Traveling
Replies: 16
Views: 10862

Re: Lather While Traveling

Haven't traveled since that last time. Happy to be staying home really.

Chris
by EL Alamein
Sat Nov 06, 2021 4:07 pm
Forum: Colognes & Aftershaves
Topic: Cripped from Basenotes about Penhaligon new releases
Replies: 30
Views: 12492

Re: Cripped from Basenotes about Penhaligon new releases

Congratulations and nice pictures. Thanks for sharing.

Chris
by EL Alamein
Sat Nov 06, 2021 3:50 pm
Forum: Skin Care & Hair Care
Topic: Mouthwash
Replies: 12
Views: 6593

Re: Mouthwash

Thanks, Sam. I'll have to give this one a whirl sometime.

Chris
by EL Alamein
Fri Oct 29, 2021 3:29 pm
Forum: Skin Care & Hair Care
Topic: Mouthwash
Replies: 12
Views: 6593

Re: Mouthwash

Hi Sam, how would you rate the performance, say against Listerine?

I use Listerine Cool Mint and am pleased with the results but always willing to try something different.

Chris
by EL Alamein
Fri Oct 29, 2021 3:26 pm
Forum: ShaveMyFace University
Topic: Hi from Scotland
Replies: 9
Views: 4741

Re: Hi from Scotland

Hi Charles, welcome to the forum.

Many roads to Rome to find what you like. You'll get lots of suggestions to try. Hope you enjoy the ride!

Chris
by EL Alamein
Sat Oct 23, 2021 3:29 pm
Forum: Straight Razors
Topic: Care of Kanayama Strops
Replies: 13
Views: 7390

Re: Care of Kanayama Strops

Many thanks for the links, Dr. Moss. Santa is busy now. :)

Chris
by EL Alamein
Mon Oct 18, 2021 6:34 am
Forum: The Gentlemen's Parlor
Topic: Watches, watches, watches (caution: modem burner)
Replies: 146
Views: 65318

Re: Watches, watches, watches (caution: modem burner)

when it needs a cleaning and overhauling. It's currently there now do they redo the lume for you? lovely looking watch...i like the way the hour hand seems to curve over the face Hi Clive, Yes, they redo everything. The first time I sent it to Omega in Switzerland twenty years ago they completely r...
by EL Alamein
Sun Oct 17, 2021 9:17 am
Forum: General
Topic: Acquisitions thread
Replies: 275
Views: 136485

Re: Acquisitions thread

I wouldn't mind seeing those old catalogs.

Chris
by EL Alamein
Sun Oct 17, 2021 8:47 am
Forum: Colognes & Aftershaves
Topic: Knize Ten
Replies: 1
Views: 3245

Knize Ten

Since I am permanently working from home I am wearing scent again and enjoying it. I rarely wear this gem but every now and then I like to use it. Very classy. I've never smelled it while out in public until yesterday. It was rather a surprise to actually smell it on someone else but it was unmistak...
by EL Alamein
Sun Oct 17, 2021 8:39 am
Forum: Colognes & Aftershaves
Topic: Worst scent ever
Replies: 62
Views: 52298

Re: Worst scent ever

My vote would have to go to Elizabeth Taylor's White Diamonds. I can smell that a mile away and it literally affects my breathing. Instant headache. Years ago I used to ride the train into the office and at one particular stop there was a woman in her late sixties or early seventies that literally m...