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    Does DE experience help with str8ts?

    DE experience definitely helps, but only in pointing you in the right direction. Do not assume that mastering DE shaving will qualify you to do...
    Post by: ccgnet, Apr 7, 2010 in forum: Straight Razors
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    Wade & Butcher in Amethyst Acrylic

    Very nice Glen!!!
    Post by: ccgnet, Apr 6, 2010 in forum: Razor Restoration
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    How to sharpen a Japanese straight razor

    It is definitely different. There are some good demos on the internet ffor Japanese straight sharpening. You Tube has a number of them.
    Post by: ccgnet, Apr 6, 2010 in forum: Straight Razors
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    Used Straight Razors

    They more than likely have been honed improperly. If that is the case, unless you want the scales only, don't buy. Antique store buys for...
    Post by: ccgnet, Apr 6, 2010 in forum: Straight Razors
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    Straight or DE

    Try both!!
    Post by: ccgnet, Apr 6, 2010 in forum: Straight Razors
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    Cover shaving mug or not?

    I really don't think it makes any difference at all!! chris
    Post by: ccgnet, Mar 5, 2010 in forum: General Shaving Talk
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    8/8 Buddel Damascus Razor

    Very Nice !!!! Chris
    Post by: ccgnet, Mar 5, 2010 in forum: Straight Razors
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    Feather REALLY wants your money.

    Thats a lot of money for a DE razor. !!!!!!!!
    Post by: ccgnet, Feb 17, 2010 in forum: Safety Razors
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    Melting your soap

    Microwave works great. Just experiment with time. Chris
    Post by: ccgnet, Feb 17, 2010 in forum: Shave Soaps
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    CLUBMAN Lilac Vegital

    Better than I expected. A lot better than the Bay Rum. chris
    Post by: ccgnet, Feb 17, 2010 in forum: Preshave and Aftershave
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    Your favorite soap

    Tabac. Great Stuff !!!
    Post by: ccgnet, Feb 17, 2010 in forum: Shave Soaps
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    Worst-Smelling Aftershave in Your Opinion?

    Pinaud - Bay rum. Horrible!!!!
    Post by: ccgnet, Feb 17, 2010 in forum: Preshave and Aftershave
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    what are you technically doing to the edge of the blade when you strop a razor? nt

    You are doing nothing more than straightening the edge. Simple - but critical for obtaining a proper shave. chris
    Post by: ccgnet, Feb 17, 2010 in forum: Straight Razors
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    PayPal ?

    I have used paypal problem free for 5 years both buying and selling. Chris
    Post by: ccgnet, Feb 17, 2010 in forum: The Chatterbox
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    Wapi Rescale in Ebony

    Beautiful job!!! Chris
    Post by: ccgnet, Feb 16, 2010 in forum: Razor Restoration