Mantics Tutorial Videos

[Mama Bear]

Mantic has given us permission to link to his videos that train for many, many aspects of the wetshaving experience. :)

Are you interested in learning more about wetshaving? Please see the video's created by Mantic on YouTube... Mark has created an entire series on wetshaving techniques and covers many nuances of the art both basic and obscure. These are worth taking the time to explore and are quite a resource. This is for learning purposes only, there is no endorsement of the forum in any way shape or form being offered by Mantic in allowing me to offer these learning tools to you.

http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=2DB6D82F52BA7608

Thank you Mark!

[msandoval858]

Definately a great resource for new and experienced shavers alike!

I'm always looking forward to Marks next video.

[Mottern Man]

Not only educational but very entertaining as well.

That cat will be come a big star one day :D

[SSLSTudio...]

great news , Mark is the best.

Would it be possible to have this is a Sticky -Stick !

What I mean by that is whenever you go to Todays Posts that its the first thread or info people see. same goes for Leisureguy's Blog those two should be the first thing NOOBs should bump into.
I dont know if this is possible though....

I mean I know you should be able to find it by itself by looking in the ROOT of the Forums Thread. but I always start out by looking at Todays post to see whats HOT.

[PalmettoB]

:signs021 :happy096 :bounce015

[Clark Kent]

These videos are fantastic, they are the primary reason I got into traditional wetshaving. But that being said, shaving is about customization. Mark knows that as well as anyone and he states it very clearly. He mentions it numerous times in his videos. So if a particular technique doesn't work very well for you, feel free to try something else. But his principles are quite solid and should be heeded.

Good luck and Good Shaves to Everyone! ::

[xEliteGunnerX]

Fantastic I love the video thank you so much for the URL. I'll be sure to show it to everyone who needs help. It's very informative I'd reccoment the video to all people new to the art of shaving.

Thanks.

[Jfala]

Yes, Mark thank you. I've only been wet shaving for a week now, but these videos have accelerated my learning curve greatly.

:cool:

Jeff

[PalmettoB]

Jeff, welcome to the Shave Den. Yeah, Mark's videos are an invaluable source of info. They probably have saved many newbies from further frustration (and pain!)

[Smedley]

Three cheers for Mantic. He helped me out at the start for sure.

[mantic]

I've just posted a new video, "Innovative Shaving Brushes," to YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-7O0F505G0) and Sclipo (http://sclipo.com/controller.php?p_action=view_detail&video_id=SWC2U8N1H5).

--Mark

[Queen of Blades]

I've just posted a new video, "Innovative Shaving Brushes," to YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-7O0F505G0) and Sclipo (http://sclipo.com/controller.php?p_action=view_detail&video_id=SWC2U8N1H5).

--Mark

Cool! Thanks for letting us know.

[Scorpio]

Thanks Mark!! very informative video. I did not know about the "variable loft brush"

Raf

[msandoval858]

Great video! Shavemaster represent baby!

[Mottern Man]

That shavemac was very cool! I may have to pick one up.

[rick]

Nice job, Mark
.......as usual ! ;)

[TNoahr]

I wish i could watch one of marks videos but my computer freeze up half way throw one does anyone have any ideas on how too fix this problem ? I would like too be able too watch one::lam::

[Reformation Student]

I wish i could watch one of marks videos but my computer freeze up half way throw one does anyone have any ideas on how too fix this problem ? I would like too be able too watch one::lam::

What's your system?

[Labarum]

New video up today on how to keep your lather warm, and one coming on how to shave with an adjustable.

Keep them coming, Mark

http://www.youtube.com/shavetutor

[PalmettoB]

Absolutely cool....and I am a big Kelly's Heroes fan, so that was an added bonus!!

[mantic]

New video up today on how to keep your lather warm, and one coming on how to shave with an adjustable.

Keep them coming, Mark

http://www.youtube.com/shavetutor
It's (http://sclipo.com/controller.php?p_action=view_detail&video_id=HWY2B9D6S8) also now on Sclipo, for the YouTube-impaired.

--Mark

[mantic]

I just posted my latest video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dd7Aj9vwrtc) to YouTube, how to build up lather several different ways. For the new shaver who's having a little trouble getting a good lather.

--Mark

[PalmettoB]

Mark, good stuff as usual. Now I know why I just have never been a fan of lathering on the face!! Too much left to chance.

[rick]

Mark....
ya ever add water to the breech instead of the tips ?
Thats how I do it and wasnt sure if I saw you demonstrate it that way before.
Great Vid.....as usual :cool:

[Baloosh]

Way to go, Mantic! One of your most informative and useful videos yet... and that's saying a LOT.

Well done!!

[IsaacRN]

Great Video.....kinda made me think what i thought was moist lather...might be a bit on the dry side...cant wait for the morning.

[mantic]

Mark....
ya ever add water to the breech instead of the tips ?
Thats how I do it and wasnt sure if I saw you demonstrate it that way before.
Great Vid.....as usual :cool:
Yes, but normally I prefer not to because I usually add too much. :o The exceptions (for me) are when I Method shave with a Shavemaster brush (the construction of the brush makes direct breech loading easier) and when I add water to a mug/bowl then "pump" the brush into it.

--Mark

[TraderJoe]

I just posted my latest video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dd7Aj9vwrtc) to YouTube, how to build up lather several different ways. For the new shaver who's having a little trouble getting a good lather.

--Mark

Excellent, Mark :happy088

That is some dee-lishous looking lather :drool:drool:drool

Is that a conk almond or VDH deluxe you're working with there?

[DragonBoy]

I like the "how to build lather".. Great to see what your aiming at.. And I really like that you timed it.. It gives a hint on how much time to spend.. Good one.. Keep em coming..

[SSLSTudio...]

Great new vid by Mantic ,


I specially liked the last part where he directly lathers on the face he then tells ya too Dry lather ! I was thinking that cant be good. most excellent help for NOOBS and Vets alike

Happened to me 2 days ago , I latherd Coates Tea Tree it was slick paste but not really lather something that happends to T&H trafalgar aswell if your not carefull and AOS Lemon aswell so threw more water in and yes Lather exploded really a mistake most make is too little water !

[Mottern Man]

Nice to see you not make a mess Mark. :rofl

[PalmettoB]

Great new vid by Mantic ,


I specially liked the last part where he directly lathers on the face he then tells ya too Dry lather ! I was thinking that cant be good. most excellent help for NOOBS and Vets alike

Happened to me 2 days ago , I latherd Coates Tea Tree it was slick paste but not really lather something that happends to T&H trafalgar aswell if your not carefull and AOS Lemon aswell so threw more water in and yes Lather exploded really a mistake most make is too little water !

That's the best thing about Mark's vids (for me). They are a gentle reminder to refocus. I was getting lazy in making lather, and wasn't taking enough time, or making lather on my face, and like he pointed out, it was too dry.

This morning I used some Mama Bear's Rosemary Mint (not really hard to make a good lather with!) but I really kept swirling that brush in the bowl and added a little more water. BAM! Enough lather for four passes and still washed some away in the sink!

Thanks again for the advice, Mark!!

[mantic]

It was a year ago today that I posted my first wetshaving video to YouTube. I figured I'd do 5 or 6 videos and let them languish on YouTube as a reference. That first video has now been viewed over 108,000 times. The channel now stands at 1260+ subscribers with over 445,000 total views of all videos, over an hour's worth of material. To say that those numbers surpassed my expections would be an understatement.

Who'd da thunk it? :cool:

I want to thank everyone here for their continuing input, suggestions, and support.

--Mark

[Reformation Student]

Congrats, Mark!

I was just reviewing some of your videos this weekend as I was getting ready for my first DE shaves. They are a great resource!

[PalmettoB]

Way to go, Mark!! Your videos are a valuable source of information that really has shown some folks the way. (And they're entertaining, too!) Keep up the good work, man!!

[mantic]

I just posted my latest video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dd7Aj9vwrtc) to YouTube, how to build up lather several different ways. For the new shaver who's having a little trouble getting a good lather.

This video is now available at Sclipo (www.sclipo.com/user/mantic59), for those of you who have trouble with YouTube.

--Mark

[mantic]

Here's my newest video, on adjustable razors:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0VClPqPMro4

[Mottern Man]

Mark,

That video is old news. :rolleyes:

I left a comment. :p

[SSLSTudio...]

Mantic ,

Why is it you dialed the fatboy doors open a bit before adjusting the settings?
That was interesting but I never do it myself I simply set the fatboy to a different setting without opening the doors any reason to do so ?

[Baloosh]

Rene,

It's less stress on the inner mechanisms of the blade adjuster -- less pressure when moving helps lengthen the life of the moving parts.

Mark, Way To Go on this one! This might be your most informative video yet -- and that's saying a LOT. ::

[Scorpio]

Well done!!

I disagree with the assesment of the Gillette Fat Boy. The range of exposure does go from mild to aggressive ask anyone that shaves with it on 8 or 9...nothing mild about that. Regardless, another good video.


Raf

[mantic]

My adjustable razor video is now available on Sclipo (http://www.sclipo.com/video/adjustable-safety-razors)!

--Mark

[Bronco]

Nice job Mark! They just keep getting better and better. Thanks!

[razorthief]

mantic rocks!

[razorthief]

and I mean ROCKS!

[mastermute]

Yup! This rocks!

Mark has done a wonderful job! ...and it's what brought me to this wonderful place!

[IsaacRN]

Some of the best instructional videos out there on any subject imho

[Sejanus]

I always refer back to them when I have a doubt, or just a curiosity.

[Padron]

Way to go Mark :D:D :cool:

[PolieCat]

Mantic59, your videos are the best! I like how you add humor to them, too. I use your videos as a true reference meaning that I go back to view them multiple times.

[ColbyPants]

I always refer back to them when I have a doubt, or just a curiosity.

Exactly. What a great reference to have!

[aaronrules]

These videos are the best I have ever seen to help learn technique!

[mantic]

After a long hiatus, I just posted a new shaving video! This one addresses a frequently-asked-question I get on my YouTube Channel.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4MAZIKeNHQ

As you can see, I have upgraded my set-up. I now have a camcorder with an external mic input and capable of hi-def video (Canon HV20), a decent video editor (Sony Vegas), and some production animations (mostly from Digital Juice and iStockphoto).

I hope to post a new episode every month.

--Mark

[msandoval858]

Very well done video! Good work amigo

[Sejanus]

Nice to see a new video! Info as always is great too.

You blew me away with some of the changes though! I like the new modern/flashy look to it, but I had to laugh a bit at the 'polling numbers' and the final MP3 about going to Jail. :rofl

As always I look forward to the next batch!

[-PO-]

Another great video Mantic :happy088:happy088:happy088 I have your link in my blog now :D

[Bronco]

Very well done Mark! :cool:

[mantic]

I just posted a new video, this one on cleaning up a vintage razor. Pretty basic for the crowd that hangs out here; I targeted it for the 'newbie.'

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TBvG77qSq2g