New to the Shave Den, old time wet shaver

Lurked for a while and this seems likes a friendly place. Here's my tale.

I started shaving in the mid 1960's. Probably used a slew of Gillettes that are now collectible, but who knew? Got sucked in to the early carts by Gillette and up until several years ago used carts and canned shaving cream every morning. Once the carts hit a certain price point I figured enough (both number of blades and cost) is enough. Happened upon a mail order catalog that advertised an Edwin Jagger DE razor. Told the wife that it would make a fine Christmas gift. She didn't let me down. I was getting Wilkinson Sword blades at Wal-Mart and still using Barbasol canned cream. Seems my local Wal-Mart stopped carrying my blades a few years ago so I was using CVS blades. While in CVS I spied a VDH bowl and brush kit for a few bucks. Also picked up a puck of Williams. Started to really enjoy my morning shaves, but the blade quality was lacking. Only getting 3 or 4 decent shaves per blade. So, enter the internet. That's right, the all time rabbit hole that had a wonderful secret at the end. THERE ARE VENDORS WHO SELL EVERYTHING ASSOCIATED WITH WET SHAVING! Remember the part about saving money? Ha.

Now I didn't go as wild as some of you folks, but initially I probably acquired more than needed. Got a bunch of creams, soaps and after shave splashes. I did settle on a few blades that work well in the razors I use. (Fatip Grande, EJ DE87, MaggardV.3/MR2 handle) Got a few brushes as well. Even got a scuttle for Christmas.

Lately, I'm using up the soaps I have that weren't top notch for me. Almost done with them at this point. I do prefer creams over soaps. I tried a synthetic brush a few months ago and love it. The scuttle is great on cold mornings. So, I guess you could say I'm going minimalist.

Regular rotation:
Fatip Grande
Astra SP or Personna red blades
Semogue 620 or RazoRock Disruptor brush
Proraso cream (rotate all 4 colors)
Mennen Skin Bracer, Pinaud Clubman, Ogallala Bay Rum

 

Welcome to the Den.

 

Hi! Glad you're here!!

 

Welcome to the den. Great stuff your using.

 

Hello and Welcome!

 

Hey and Welcome!

 

Welcome from Eastern Tennessee

 

Welcome to TSD!

 

...but you may not be done yet, either! Welcome to The Shave Den!

 

You've made a great point. The internet has made this a better hobby.

 

Welcome to TSD @McGrande

 

Welcome to TSD.

 

Welcome to the Den from MN!

It is nice to meet you and hear your story. Minimalists are welcome here too. They help us maintain a sense of perspective.

 

Welcome from the Great Garden State. You've been here, so you know the drill. Enjoy the ride.

 

Glad you found us. It is good to have you aboard.

 

Welcome @McGrande! Glad you jumped in. You're not the average new shaver/member. Nice set of gear.

 

Welcome to TSD!

 

Great story, and welcome, from Texas.

 

Welcome to the den...glad you found your way here


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Welcome to the Den. People have been friendly so far.