The Stirling Exchange

Discussion in 'Shave Soaps' started by PickledNorthern, Nov 5, 2016.

  1. crackstar

    crackstar Israeli Ambassador to TSD

    Ok, now that I finally had a shave with the Sharp Dressed Man I'll post a review. Once again I'll tell it as I saw it.

    Ease of lathering: 10/10--A lather explosion instantly. Twenty swirls were enough to bury my face.

    Longevity of lather: 10/10--I did three passes. Two were sufficient but I couldn't resist doing the third and I could have done a fourth.

    General skincare: 10/10--Moisturizing, soothing, and so comfortable. No balm is necessary if you don't want.

    Scent: 9/10--Classy, sporty, and elegant. What can I say? It's lovely.

    Price: 8/10--Although the exchange rate sucks I still don't have an issue because Stirling is so much bang for your buck.

    Would I buy again: 10/10--When this sample is finished, or before I'll surely buy a whole tub. ;)

    I'm in love with this soap!
     
  2. blondblue

    blondblue Well-Known Member

    I said it before and will repeat-the Shave Den gang has really been making Doc Ezlovan busy these past months :).
     
  3. crackstar

    crackstar Israeli Ambassador to TSD

    Us as well as other gangs from other groups. The Doc deserves to be busy because his stuff is magnificent.
     
  4. blondblue

    blondblue Well-Known Member

    right, other groups too, of course.
     
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  5. Norcalnewb

    Norcalnewb Magnanimous Moos

    Definitely not Lemon pledge. It smells like lemon zest. A pure lemon scent.
     
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  6. crackstar

    crackstar Israeli Ambassador to TSD

    I personally think it's the nicest lemony-scented soap I ever used.
     
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  7. BrewCrew

    BrewCrew Member

    So my wife is preggo with #3 on the way. This pregnancy has been rough. She has basically told me that all but two of my soaps are banned due to the scents making her feel sick.

    As a loving husband, I totally support her during these hard times. And Im totally going to use this as an opportunity to order another 5-6 soaps to "help her out in her time of need."

    Iced Pineapple is going to be on order this weekend! I had a sample last year and should have got a full tub right away. Amazing scent and performer! Probably grab a glacial or two as well.
     
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  8. Iced Pineapple is the greatest of all scents. Let my in laws smell it, and they all agreed it smelled good enough to eat (maybe a bad idea haha).
     
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  9. crackstar

    crackstar Israeli Ambassador to TSD

    I grabbed the Glacial Eskimo Tuxedo this morning and did three freezing-cold passes with it for a perfect, enjoyable BBS shave. It's unreal because the tub I'm using is running out, however these soaps seem to last forever - the bottom of the tub is getting more and more visible as the circle grows but by working my brush where there's still soap I was able to get a tremendous amount of lather. That delightful Sharp Dressed Man scent filled my bathroom so nicely. My wife is neutral about the scent - she neither likes it or dislikes it according to what she said. I'm wondering about which one to use tomorrow!
     
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  10. PLAla

    PLAla Bit Shy of a Full Puck

    I used Iced Pineapple earlier this week. It's great! I also have the new Grapefruit with menthol and it smells terrific. Stirling is always good!
     
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  11. Fly2High

    Fly2High Breaking Frugal

    I today just used Iced Pineapple and it was truly a glorious scent and had the perfect amount of menthol and as always, the lather was perfect - thick, creamy, super shiny and cushiony. What more could anyone ask.

    Rod, you have another awesome soap in Iced Pineapple!!
     
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  12. Linuxguile

    Linuxguile dating an unusual aristocrat

    I started dropping hints about Iced Pineapple to my wife for Fathers Day or my Birthday. Crossing fingers!
     
  13. crackstar

    crackstar Israeli Ambassador to TSD

    Ok, it's gonna be the Glacial MITA tomorrow. Bone-chilling and beautiful!
     
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  14. Fly2High

    Fly2High Breaking Frugal

    Did they make Glacial MITA this year? I did not see it and ended up just grabbing the regular.
     
  15. Gnomeo0228

    Gnomeo0228 Well-Known Member

    Same here! I just got a small profit sharing check from work and I need to buy some Glacial MITA! I need it in a bad way haha

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  16. crackstar

    crackstar Israeli Ambassador to TSD

    It's not out yet but hopefully this summer at some point. :)
     
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  17. Gnomeo0228

    Gnomeo0228 Well-Known Member

    I'm gonna have to jump on this when it's released.... it'll sale out quick!

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  18. crackstar

    crackstar Israeli Ambassador to TSD

    It was a very limited edition last year. It sold out in about two weeks. I was very lucky to receive one as a gift.
     
  19. LOOT

    LOOT Well-Known Member

    I may be in the minority here, but I don't wear cologne at all, like never. However, the Stirling Blu sample I got is very nice. I tried the cologne tonite at the mall. I could do Polo Blue... It clean and not heavy. Next time Im in Sam's I intend to pick up a bottle.

    Now, I gotta place another Sterling order but I need some other stuff to maximize on shipping charges. Right guys?
     
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  20. Fly2High

    Fly2High Breaking Frugal

    Just used Gin & Tonic on the Rocks. Soap is great. Scent is a bit different for me and not sure I love it. Could be the Juniper berry since I do love lime and lemon. I am sure I will grow to love it. Never drank a Gin and tonic either nor tried the non mentholated soap. The menthol is perfect and allows the scent to bloom beautifully filling the bathroom nicely.

    Did anyone find that when a soap is under hydrated, the menthol coldness is less. It almost seems that you can judge how well hydrated the lather is by whether you have reached maximum chill.

    As usual, got a great BBS shave. Just love Stirling soaps.
     
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