Old school shave supplies....

[TorqueDog]

No Pacman, nooooooo.

Ah, to each his own. I find the minimal amount of time I actually spend making lather (about 30 seconds or so) is worth the effort in the end. I tend to have dry skin so lathering with a cream tends to keep my skin moisturised.

[ExtraSlow]

How long was it taking you to make a lather? Like TorqueDog said, it's pretty fast . . .

I should time myself...

[flipstah]

Originally posted by ExtraSlow
How long was it taking you to make a lather? Like TorqueDog said, it's pretty fast . . .

I should time myself...

Yeah, it should be quick. My lather takes ~45 seconds to build up and froth.

[lint]

Just wondering if anyone has some spare blades that I could pick up off them? I've been waiting for the past couple of weeks for a sampler pack from ebay but it appears to be stuck at customs or something, and the merkur that came with my HD razor is no longer sharp.

[BrknFngrs]

Originally posted by lint
Just wondering if anyone has some spare blades that I could pick up off them? I've been waiting for the past couple of weeks for a sampler pack from ebay but it appears to be stuck at customs or something, and the merkur that came with my HD razor is no longer sharp.

If you're in a bind I know the some shoppers locations carry blades; I bought some about a month ago there; Wilkinson Sword brand I believe.

[Pacman]

sent you a PM. I've got some you can have.

[AndyL]

I've got some derbys if you want a pack...

[lint]

Originally posted by Pacman
sent you a PM. I've got some you can have.

big thanks for the blades! very much appreciated!

[BMDUBS]

I have also converted to a Merkur Progress. I love its adjustability for different parts of my face...


Problem I am having with this DE razor is the profile of the head is quite large. Can any of you guys recommend a razor that has a lower profile head on it?

Reason I ask is for side burns and goatee detail trimming/shaving, I often cant see where exactley the left/right edge of the blade is for creating sharp lines and detail? Any suggestions?

[voodoo]

not sure if anyone knows this (i only read the last 10 pages) but Proraso can be bought from the Italian Market on Edmonton trail and 20th ave NE. the prices seem to be better than shoppers and Fendrihan.

1 x Proraso Shaving Cream, Eucalyptus and Menthol
CAN$8.95 on Fendrihan's site is $7.49 from the italian supermarket.

im just getting into this and here is what i purchased, it got shipped this morning. i feel like a school girl at christmas waiting for a new puppy.

1 X
Edwin Jagger Classic Double-Edge Safety Razor, Lined Chrome Plat
CAN$39.75

1 X
RazoRock Alum Block
CAN$5.95

1 X
Tabac Original Shaving Soap in Ceramic Bowl
CAN$29.95

1 X
Taylor of Bond Street Lavender Shaving Soap
CAN$16.00

1 X
Wood Base Stand for Shaving Brush, Mug & Safety Razor, Chrome
CAN$42.95

1 X
Classic Silvertip Shaving Brush, Faux Horn Handle
CAN$55.75

1 X
Col. Conk Styptic Pencil
CAN$4.25

and then i picked up the
Proraso Shaving Cream, Eucalyptus and Menthol
from the italian market for $7.50

[lint]

Originally posted by BMDUBS
I have also converted to a Merkur Progress. I love its adjustability for different parts of my face...


Problem I am having with this DE razor is the profile of the head is quite large. Can any of you guys recommend a razor that has a lower profile head on it?

Reason I ask is for side burns and goatee detail trimming/shaving, I often cant see where exactley the left/right edge of the blade is for creating sharp lines and detail? Any suggestions?

I saw this at the Art of Shaving store in Bellevue http://www.theartofshaving.com/shop/product/67014/11
seems to fit what you're looking for.

[coop3rr]

definitely looking into trying this, i shave fairly rarely, but when i do i get nasty ingrowns on neck area, anyone have a razor theyd part with? prefereably something n00b friendly, will be ordering some soaps etc from rosage pulin

pm me if you have an availabe de!

[thepyrofish]

Originally posted by coop3rr
definitely looking into trying this, i shave fairly rarely, but when i do i get nasty ingrowns on neck area, anyone have a razor theyd part with? prefereably something n00b friendly, will be ordering some soaps etc from rosage pulin

pm me if you have an availabe de!

I have several I cleaned up the other day to sell. I bought like 10 different ones on ebay to see what I liked, and now I have more than I need. I've got a 57 Gilette Superspeed that is a great razor for a newbie (I still use my 40s style superspeed quite often). I'll let it go for $35 shipped xpresspost (1 business day) to Calgary (I'm south of you) or for $30 I'll meet you in Claresholm or Vulcan.

Edit: I see he wanted a pm so I sent him one. If anyone else is interested in some vintage razors I have 2 or 3 open combs (I'd have to look at home to remember what they are specifically), a 60's travel tech... all Gilette stuff I think. One of the open combs is quite old and comes in a silver case with a blade holder, another has a wood box and 2 blade holders. I'm not looking to profit just make a few $ back on the ones I don't want anymore. I can post up pics when I get home tonight if anyone wants.

Edit Again: Here are some pictures of what I have. Rather than go into details about them all in a non-marketplace thread, feel free to pm me if you want more info.

Travel Tech (date code L1)

Gold Open Comb

'57 Super Speed (date code C1)

40's style super speed

Open comb in wooden box

Silver plated open comb set with case

The last 2 albums have more than 1 page.

A couple are pictured with blades. These came with the razors when I bought them. They are vintage blades, so I would not suggest using them, but they are kinda interesting.

[CKY]

Originally posted by thepyrofish


I have several I cleaned up the other day to sell. I bought like 10 different ones on ebay to see what I liked, and now I have more than I need. I've got a 57 Gilette Superspeed that is a great razor for a newbie (I still use my 40s style superspeed quite often). I'll let it go for $35 shipped xpresspost (1 business day) to Calgary (I'm south of you) or for $30 I'll meet you in Claresholm or Vulcan.

Edit: I see he wanted a pm so I sent him one. If anyone else is interested in some vintage razors I have 2 or 3 open combs (I'd have to look at home to remember what they are specifically), a 60's travel tech... all Gilette stuff I think. One of the open combs is quite old and comes in a silver case with a blade holder, another has a wood box and 2 blade holders. I'm not looking to profit just make a few $ back on the ones I don't want anymore. I can post up pics when I get home tonight if anyone wants.

Edit Again: Here are some pictures of what I have. Rather than go into details about them all in a non-marketplace thread, feel free to pm me if you want more info.

Travel Tech (date code L1)

Gold Open Comb

'57 Super Speed (date code C1)

40's style super speed

Open comb in wooden box

Silver plated open comb set with case

The last 2 albums have more than 1 page.

A couple are pictured with blades. These came with the razors when I bought them. They are vintage blades, so I would not suggest using them, but they are kinda interesting.

FYI your two super speed picture albums don't work.

[flipstah]

What do you use to clean if there's hard water residue on your razor?

[AndyL]

scrubbin bubbles - also good for sanitizing. Just don't get the bleach stuff - just get the regular formula; w/ bleach screws up finishes...

[lint]

found this last night at Walmart for my son.

[TorqueDog]

Haha, I had a Ghostbusters one when I was four.

[flipstah]

Got my first Silvertip and might I say, it is very soft to the touch. It's not that firm so it kinda just flops around...

I still have to break this in but so far, I'm happy! And this brush got good reviews from the shaving community.

eBay rules haha.

[Alterac]

Originally posted by flipstah

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Got my first Silvertip and might I say, it is very soft to the touch. It's not that firm so it kinda just flops around...

I still have to break this in but so far, I'm happy! And this brush got good reviews from the shaving community.

eBay rules haha.

Link to Auction? Im looking for a new brush also.