Very nice surprise when I visited today!

I got a sampler from the shave den store of Taylors, trumpers and some T&H. I don't truely notice a lot of difference from Taylors to Trumpers....

I like TOBs or T&H Rose or 1805.

I'd say check out Penworks for some great brushes at excellent prices. I have a 22mm silver tip that was a steal compared to big names. I really...

If must be a new or Merkur, I started with the HD and still use it in my rotation and get fine results. If other vintage razors are an option a...

T&H rose/grafton sc DR harris arlington ss mule 41 open comb turnback travel brush tabac ss and couple hundred blades

Sign me up for the Contest!

Good prep and lather is not overrated. Take your time or there maybe blood or soreness. Don't expect against the grain or bbs for a while due to...

Hope you heal fast.....and maybe try rubber shoes for showering while shaving... ;)

prep is a 5-10 min shower 10-15mins to shave is my guess after shower.

start with quality equipment (soap/cream, razor, prep) take time to learn technique and dont rush (mantec vids) enjoy and remember its your shave.

congrats on a super sweet find

sat 40s SS w/ walmart personna VDH brush Ogalla bay rum and sandalwood ss Aqua Velva Musk

fri Fatboy w/ 7 oclock green Boreal 976 TOBs rose - 1st try and wow very nice cream Witch hazel CO Bigelow Red Elixir

time, practice and a combo of the right razor/blade will get you good shaves. I had thought for a while I wasn't sure if I was gonna get it....