I completely agree with you. At this point in my life as a civilian after serving my country, I have a great paying job and have no debt except for a mortgage for tax purposes. Yes I can afford to spend way more money on "things" - but i continue to maintain my "frugality" that was introduced to me by my family growing up. I too have no problem paying for a tasty steak dinner but I shop wisely and "save pennies" any way that I can. If I truly want something I'll buy it. But exercising restraint is always a great idea. Sent from my SM-N950U1 using Tapatalk
I've been comparing / contrasting affordable slant razors and those two floated to the top of my list. I don't have one yet and wanted to purchase one. Is there a reason that the Maggard is your daily shaver instead of the PPA Bakelite? Which would you recommend if I was buying "one." I read some concerns about the finish on the Maggard... Is this a concern for you? At their price points, sure I can purchase both... Buy I do like to exercise some restraint. LOL. What do you think? Thanks. Sent from my SM-N950U1 using Tapatalk
I only use Jayaruh Brush funds to replace knots, buy wood, finishes, and then software/hardware. I don't use household money for shaving. The brushes satisfy my ADs. If I don't have the money, I don't buy unless I can adopt out a brush. Anyone need a new brush. http://theshaveden.com/forums/threads/jayaruh-brushes-october-birthday-deals.57383/
I’ve only got one slant (Maggard) so I can’t speak to any others but I can say that the Maggard slant is a very nice razor for me. I purposely took one that has a very slight finish imperfection on the handle to save a couple bucks. I particularly like the weight and the balance of it. At first I thought the handle might be too smooth and prove to be slippery but that’s not the case. I have not had a bad shave with it.
Cool, good to know. I think that makes my decision then... Now just to decide on the shiny chrome or the gray?? Sent from my SM-N950U1 using Tapatalk
I own and have used the Merkur 37 slant, PPA slant and the Maggard. I liked all 3 and felt all of them gave good shaves, so any of them is a good choice, it all depends how they fit your face YMMV. I seek an irritation free shave above all else, so while the Merkur gave the mildest shave, the PPA the closest, for me the Maggard gives me the most irritation free close shave. I also much prefer a 3 piece over a 2 piece. The fit and finish on the Maggard is pretty good and I don't worry about the head being made of potmetal as long as the coating holds up and anyway it's so inexpensive you can just buy another if it degrades. I bought these inexpensive models to see if I would like a slant head or not. Since I do find I like the Maggard slant, I may one day spring for a SS head like the RR wunderbar, something with a similar twist to the Maggard. I hope this helps you out.
Yeah I saw the Merkur as well. I completely agree with as irritation free as possible. I have sensitive skin. Decision made... Maggard here I come... In gray! My wife is going to be confused when she sees this razor on the stand in the bathroom . Sent from my SM-N950U1 using Tapatalk
A very common sense approach. Common sense seems to be the prevailing theme in this thread. Buy things that you will enjoy using, but don't engage in buying habits that cause financial or spousal problems. In short, enjoy shaving. We are fortunate to be able to do that on budgets both large and small. On a couple of websites that are ad agencies passing for shaving forums, I see guys talking about hiding purchases from their wives or not being able to control their spending. That's bad because it will eventually lead to unhappy outcomes. Unfortunately, discussion of limiting purchases is generally forbidden or at least discouraged at those places. I am glad we are at a venue where shaving and happiness take center stage, and we are free to have enlightening discussions like this thread.
I strongly agree with your comment about hiding purchases. It only leads to unhappy outcomes. Sent via Tapatalk
When I first started traditional wet shaving a few years ago I was convinced the shave apocalypse was imminent and since I didn't want to be caught without enough shaving supplies to last a couple of lifetimes, I did stock up on most things required for a good shave. Just the necessities of course. No budget. They are all neatly stored in tote boxes, drawers, shelves, etc. I spent what was necessary to prepare. Similar to the warnings you hear nowadays when emergency measures organizations say you should have enough supplies to last 72 hours. For the shave apocalypse it was more like preparing to last 72 years. All that aside, I have not been purchasing much these days...with one exception. I do collect vintage razors -- DE, SE, and SR. Actually, I see it more as conservation work. I find them in the wild -- bag them in antique stores, bring them home, clean them up, restore them to as good as new, tag them and put them in my collection that will likely be found and admired by aliens when they invade the world in years to come. Or to be enjoyed in the museum I hope to create in my own home some day. And yes, in case you are wondering...I am leaving my body to science so they can dissect my brain to see what went wrong. They may be able to identify that part of the brain that seems to trigger traditional wet shavers to buy endless amounts of supplies. Just the necessities of course...
I also panicked over the shave apocalypse, bought allot of DE blades because I was certain they would stop production any day. Now that 80% of my shaves are with a straight razor my De blades should last to close 90 years.
Conservation work. Now that's one I hadn't thought of. I've thought of myself as a collector, a connoisseur, a museum curator, a product evaluator... Conservation work. A Conservation Officer with the Department of Wet Shaving Enthusiasts. I could wear a special uniform and carry a badge... and a razor... I like it!
