Thanks for the compliments. But shaving with a Bull Mastiff or any other "Macho" (sic) razor isn't going to make you more "Manly" (sic) then you already are. It's like Gillette's new commercial for their "Body Wash" "Smell like a Man" WTF is that suppose to mean.
I use just a blade to get the hair right under my nose, can't seem to maneuver my razor in such a way to get those last few hairs.
You should be aware that the guy he was quoting committed suicide some years back, and was one of the early manufacturers of custom razors. I hate to be a buzzkill, but if anyone disagrees with his statement, they aren't likely to mention it, as it's considered bad luck to speak ill of the dead. Rest in peace, CooncatBob.
I knew Bob, I have been thinking about the Bob and Greg clash lately. They were both selling Progress knobs. I ended up going with Greg because he didn't require anything to be sent to him or any calibration. He just sold the knob as one stainless steel piece. Looking back, I would say Greg was more at fault with the conflict. "I use the superior stainless steel and make whole razors so I'm better". Of course Bob bit back as well. Caused a rift in the forums back then. There was room for both of them really so it was a shame.
At the end of the day, 100 years from now, no one will know or care who we are. The only legacy we leave are the things we build or make and the words we write. ...and words written on internet forums are transient like the morning dew, and can be erased in the blink of an eye. That doesn't mean they aren't worth writing. Razor collections are things to be enjoyed and used, or historical treasures to be held in trust for future generations, like @GlennConti has done. A tool is a tool. What one does with it is far more important than the mere fact of ownership. If self worth was based on rarity or value, we'd see all kinds of "pimp my shave SOTD" threads. That we don't is a sign that the hobby hasn't sunk into moral decay yet.
Well, when you narrow it to only "Safety Razors", the name doesn't project " Manly". But, since it says "Safety" then 1. Wilkinson Sword Pall Mall razor would be the first choice. 2. Wilkinson Sword Empire. Regular or 7 Day set. 3. Lather Catchers. Any of them. Even if they are a little too ornate for real "Manliness". For true manly shaving, a Straight Razor is the way to go. Until you've held a Straight to your throat, and successfully maneuvered around all the contours of your face, without blood, then is any " Safety Razor" really looked at as "Manly"?? It's like asking " What is the manliest Cartridge Razor?". For those Skinny Jean folks. Sorry Paul. .
No moral decay, just a little fun. Do you mean a thread like this?? https://theshaveden.com/forums/threads/pimp-sticks-on-parade.58764/
Everyone knows straight razors are exempt. I was speaking more towards the people who feel the need to ostensibly one-up everyone else with $1000+ SOTD setups. And yes, it's doable. And thankfully, rare.
mine are typically between $100 and $500 depending on which razor set i use.no offence intended,todays prices do not reflect what original owners paid out,with exceptions(ie aristocrat) of course.the $5.00 old type razor seems to have appreciated the least dollar wise..
Forget about shaving, real men use gasoline or lighter fluid and douse their face before lighting up.
For my shaves, I usually find a shark, wrestle it into submission, pry their mouth open, and then rub my face against the teeth.
Google searched, "obsidian rock shave". https://www.google.com/search?clien...CVC0cQ0pQJegQICxAB&biw=360&bih=580&dpr=2#ip=1
