The Haul: December 2016

I haven't ever seen a nickel or chrome version, was it replated ?

 

Really? That's all I see on eBay. I've never seen a gold or Bakelite handle version until this past week

 

I think the gold are the most common. The Bakelite were only offered for a year or so, 45-46 so seem to show up less frequently. I'm sure this is original, hone is in great (but definitely used) shape.

 

Going on ebay is too tempting. In order to keep my NB17 status I've been staying away.

 

Bargains can be had (I did well on Etsy) but market has moved on these, $68 ffor the last Bakelite, $152 for a recent cased goldie.

 

Wow, im glad i got my cased goldie when the market was somewhat less active

 

I thought these were useless without their proprietary blades

 

You may be thinking of another razor, the shake sharp takes standard DE blades

 

Oh damn it. I passed up on a couple because I thought they would work.!!

 

You are thinking of the earlier De Haven shake sharp (four models, 1930-34ish) . Those do use proprietary blades. Completely different animal.

 

Yup got the 2 mixed up. Dang. I know for next time

 

This Wade And Butcher came today. Overall nice shape, some wear but not hammered. A good sized blade measuring just shy of 7/8 and the spine is a 1/4" thick. I believe that the scales are horn.

 

Followed up on a local ad. $20 for this 3.4oz cologne. I'm pretty stoked about it! It smell fantastic !!

 

Can't beat the price!

 

Lady stated she bought it for her husband . He hated it said it smelled like perfume not cologne. AOS wouldn't take it back without the original box in new condition

 

It gets interesting reviews. I've sniffed it once quickly but can't remember my impression (which probably didn't matter since I probably couldn't afford it).
I'll be curious to hear what you think after wearing it a few times.

 

It lingers for a long time. It's been a 4 hours and I sprayed once from 2 to 3 feet.

 

Basenotes.com lists the breakdown. I have no idea what 1/3 of these even mean.

1. Top Notes
   • Aldehydes,
   • Ozonic Effect,
   • Metallic Effect,
   • Violet Leaf,
   • Neroli,
   • Cardamom,
   • Black Pepper,
   • Fresh Ginger
2. Heart Notes
   • Beeswax,
   • Cyclamen,
   • Linden Blossom,
   • Lavender,
   • Leather
3. Base notes
   • Gurgum Wood,
   • Patchouli,
   • Myrrh,
   • Cedarwood,
   • Tonka Bean,
   • Oakmoss,
   • White Musk,
   • Honey Effect,
   • Old Wood Effect,
   • Vanilla,
   • Amber

 

That's way more than my nose can pick up. I don't have that kind of distinction. It either smells nice or doesn't..lol

 

Mail call today.
(I've obviously been a very good boy this year)

Parker Variant Adjustable and they included a complimentary tuck of blades.