Even though I still sometimes use my Rooney, I have been using my Semouge 830 boar for a few months now and I REALLY like it. It sheads a bit at...
Rule of thumb; 3 shaves. But that figure can vary. I some times go up to 5 shaves.
I have heard a LOT of good things about the SOC. I thought REALLY hard between the 830 and the SOC, but the characteristics of the 830 fit my...
Boar brushes are a great value, and will whip up a rich lather, and is good for exfoliating your skin. Omega 10290...
I have been using an Omega 10290 and so far I like it. But I think the handle is too light; it does not feel as substantial as my (e.g.) Rooney....
It's been brought to my attention that the handle is that of a thin handle New; so I am not sure if it Gillette decided to marry up the two...
Excellent. I enjoyed the videos.
I just picked up one of these. Three piece open comb, nickel (I think). I don't know very much about it other than it was a subsidiary of...
I can vouch for the R41 as being very aggressive. I ended up selling mine.
Astra's are great. I used one this morning in my slant. Another good blade is the SuperMax Super Platinum.
1. Preparation to soften the beard. One thing I do as a prep, is to wash my beard with shampoo containing hair conditioner. The conditioner...
I have Ogallala bay run shave stick; great stuff. Strong Bay Rum scent. Rich lather. I say give it a go.
I have both; but all but one of my vintage razors are re-plated. I feel like that is the best of both worlds. The one modern razor I have that...
The 1904 OC is not only a great razor, but (IMHO) a great value.
My understanding is that he did not need to disassemble the razor. I have read (can't verify though) that Gillette plated the razors full assembled.
Speick Tabac Valobra / Ogallala (tie)
Yes - the Gillette Old Type is aggressive. Not R41 aggressive; but it's up there. That being said, the Red Tip is still a notch or two above...
Yeah - I agree totally.
I think you'll be happy. I have used both and the slant works the best for me.
Dave also does rhodium, silver, bright nickel, and 24 kt gold. And he does custom work as explained previously by Azarius. You can go...
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