The Haul: July 9th - July 15, 2007

[PalmettoB]

Ladies and Gents, the new week is here. So what'd you get?

[Queen of Blades]

I hope I get some sleep. :D

You might need some too, Blair.

[PalmettoB]

Hehe...yeah, I have been staying up too late here lately.

[rick]

Floris Elite soap in a tub from BD1970



....thanks Brad. Yours is on the way ;)

[Queen of Blades]

Floris Elite soap in a tub from BD1970



....thanks Brad. Yours is on the way ;)

You already got mail this week??? :confused: :p

[rick]

You already got mail this week??? :confused: :p

Yeah.
I gots connections.....;)

[Queen of Blades]

Yeah.
I gots connections.....;)

You mean if you are good Lovie gives you your mail from the previous week? :rofl

[rick]

:roflYou mean if you are good Lovie gives you your mail from the previous week? :rofl

D'oh !
....busted. Got it on Sat.....so she tells me :o

[moviemaniac]

Well, I didn't buy anything this week so far but my lil bro is taking a trip to vienna and I gave him a shopping list for shavery :rofl

It's pretty small, but anyway:
- C&E Nomad&Sienna SCs
- T&H Trafalgar SC

[IsaacRN]

Picked all this up at Pasteurs Pharmacy here in NY. Damn Coates was expensive but i figured if i dont like it ill sell it off. They only have 4 boxes left in the store. 2 almond and 2 sandalwood left.

[Baloosh]

Picked all this up at Pasteurs Pharmacy here in NY. Damn Coates was expensive but i figured if i dont like it ill sell it off. They only have 4 boxes left in the store. 2 almond and 2 sandalwood left.

Are the tubs dehydrated at all? I'm 100% certain you can move those Coates tubs if you end up not liking them.

Especially that Sandalwood... :drool

[TraderJoe]

Picked all this up at Pasteurs Pharmacy here in NY. Damn Coates was expensive but i figured if i dont like it ill sell it off. They only have 4 boxes left in the store. 2 almond and 2 sandalwood left.

Nice Haul, and smooth pic. GOod show

[IsaacRN]

Are the tubs dehydrated at all? I'm 100% certain you can move those Coates tubs if you end up not liking them.

Especially that Sandalwood... :drool

They dont appear dehydrated. They arent super fluffy but they still appear good.

[TraderJoe]

They dont appear dehydrated. They arent super fluffy but they still appear good.

That should be new stock. But, Supposedly Pasteur's got the "last" shipment ever to be made :confused:

[IsaacRN]

Yeah....i was going to pick up 1 of each..and the guy i talked to (manager or owner) was like....you know once this is gone its gone. I didnt want four tubs of cream at 37 a piece, but like i said before, if i want to sell it im sure i wont have trouble. He said he was having a heck of a time with people in England and had to raise the price from 29 to 37 due to shipping problems. There are still 2 almond and 2 sandalwoods over there.

[Baloosh]

Yeah....i was going to pick up 1 of each..and the guy i talked to (manager or owner) was like....you know once this is gone its gone. I didnt want four tubs of cream at 37 a piece, but like i said before, if i want to sell it im sure i wont have trouble. He said he was having a heck of a time with people in England and had to raise the price from 29 to 37 due to shipping problems. There are still 2 almond and 2 sandalwoods over there.

Yeah, the Coates will be a denser cream than the Taylor's of current stock... the Coates is definitely not "fluffy."

2 more Almond and 2 more Sandalwood, eh? Must... resist....

[IsaacRN]

Once its gone.....its gone....

[hyperwarp]

They dont appear dehydrated. They arent super fluffy but they still appear good.
LOL...Isaac....next thang'ya know...sumbuddy's gonna be demand'n a shot of them Coates Tub's TOPLESS so they's can see if yer'a lying 'bout'em not being all dried out...

Specially since u know how to take real purdy pitchers & post'em real gud now !!!!

BTW - danged nice HAUL !!! And if ya decided to sell a tub or 2, price the Almond @ 37 x 2 & go 37 x 3 for the Sandalwood !!!!

[Queen of Blades]

From TraderJoe

Balea shave cream
Wilkinson Sword Blue Bowl shave soap
Chandrika Ayurvedic bath soap
Althaea Lavender Chamomile bath soap
C.O. Bigelow bath soap
De Vergulde Hand bath soap
unknown bath soap, though I have seen this soap in stores before, I can't recall the brand name. I'm sure Joe can fill in my blank.
2 razors for future auctions (confidential)

Goodness Joe, thanks! :cool:

From Ebay seller in Poland

WARS shave cream
Polena Lider Active shave cream

Bought locally
Pre De Provence Coconut bath soap :drool:drool:drool:love029

[crackstar]

JoAnna, out of idle curiosity, is that EBay seller in Poland named Pawel Klipp? The reason I ask, is because a couple of years ago, I bought some Wars and Pollena Lider from him. He's a fine gentleman.

[Queen of Blades]

JoAnna, out of idle curiosity, is that EBay seller in Poland named Pawel Klipp? The reason I ask, is because a couple of years ago, I bought some Wars and Pollena Lider from him. He's a fine gentleman.

No,I don't think so. I can't recall his real name, but it involved more letters than that, and was not pronounceable by me. :ashamed001

I can provide a link to his Ebay store if anyone is interested.

[Padron]

Hi Jeff,

The fellow that sells the Wars also posts over at SRP and sells straights, strops and hones as well as DE Blades and creams...Very good prices too.



Great Hauls everyone, especially Issac :drool:drool:drool:drool:drool

[DragonBoy]

Got a nice couple of packages the other day.. Havent had time to post until now.. Sorry

From Mama Bear (Super-Sue)
Clear Skies Shaving Soap
100% Pure Lavender Shaving Soap
Doc´s Northern Dragon Shaving Soap
Cyphre Rose Shaving Soap (2)
Extreme Cologne
Doc´s Northern Dragon Cologne
Cyphre Rose Cologne
Indian Sandalwood Cologne (Not in pic)
Izzys Ale & Leather Body Soap

From eBay
4711 Cologne
4711 Body Soap
Dalli Werke Olivenöl mit Glyzerin Shaving Stick (12)

[crackstar]

ah, ok, thanks, Neale and JoAnna.

[TraderJoe]

unknown bath soap, though I have seen this soap in stores before, I can't recall the brand name. I'm sure Joe can fill in my blank.


:ashamed001 Can you describe it please?

Also - please show link for the polish cream seller.

ps - The bigelow soap is almond-scented

[TraderJoe]

Dalli Werke Olivenöl mit Glyzerin Shaving Stick (12)

Nice Haul Thomas - can you provide more info about these shaving sticks :drool

[herzi]

Thomas SS sticks are not made anymore. They are from Dalli. A manufacturer of washing powder nowadays.
They are old stock of a closed drug store. There are no more in eBay. Perhaps later.

[Queen of Blades]

:ashamed001 Can you describe it please?

Also - please show link for the polish cream seller.

ps - The bigelow soap is almond-scented

The soap is dark brown and is a square, and the symbol on the only bit of label is a square, too.

Ebay seller for the WARS and Pollena Lider shave creams.
http://stores.ebay.com/classic-razor

[Baloosh]

Ebay seller for the WARS and Pollena Lider shave creams.
http://stores.ebay.com/classic-razor

Those are some good prices. I have the Pollena Lider "Active" (blue tube) cream, and it performs a lot like my JM Fraser's cream. The scents are nothing alike at all, but the "slickness" and almost glistening consistency of the lather is very similar.

[herzi]

Ebay seller for the WARS and Pollena Lider shave creams.
http://stores.ebay.com/classic-razor

And don't forget the Wilkinson stuff. It's cheap but very good!

[Queen of Blades]

And don't forget the Wilkinson stuff. It's cheap but very good!

Oh yeah, sorry. I forgot, cause I didn't order any.

[DragonBoy]

Nice Haul Thomas - can you provide more info about these shaving sticks :drool

Kind of a mix between Erasmic and Palmolive..

[TraderJoe]

Kind of a mix between Erasmic and Palmolive..

Sounds delightful!

[Mottern Man]

Kind of a mix between Erasmic and Palmolive..

GROUP BUY! :drool

[TraderJoe]

And don't forget the Wilkinson stuff. It's cheap but very good!

how is this in comparison to the blue bowl soap:

http://i14.ebayimg.com/02/i/000/8c/0d/0c25_1.JPG

same forumla, but in a stick.....or different?

[Queen of Blades]

Thomas SS sticks are not made anymore. They are from Dalli. A manufacturer of washing powder nowadays.
They are old stock of a closed drug store. There are no more in eBay. Perhaps later.

GROUP BUY! :drool

Unless I'm confused, I believe those aren't made anymore. See above.

[Mottern Man]

Unless I'm confused, I believe those aren't made anymore. See above.

I have to quit drinking and start reading. :o

[Queen of Blades]

I have to quit drinking and start reading. :o

It might help, but who can say for sure?

[TraderJoe]

I have to quit drinking and start reading. :o

yeah good idea, or else ----> angry015 ::ban

[Mottern Man]

yeah good idea, or else ----> angry015 ::ban

Id like to see you try it.

Guess you don't like having thumbs. :rofl

[moviemaniac]

how is this in comparison to the blue bowl soap:

http://i14.ebayimg.com/02/i/000/8c/0d/0c25_1.JPG

same forumla, but in a stick.....or different?

no comparison at all. The bowl-stuff is for the trash (I don't even want to call it a soap as, technically speaking, it ain't one) - but the blue stick is for the shrine :D
And no, it's not the same formula - they're not even remotely related (except for the brand, that is ;) )

[TraderJoe]

no comparison at all. The bowl-stuff is for the trash (I don't even want to call it a soap as, technically speaking, it ain't one) - but the blue stick is for the shrine :D
And no, it's not the same formula - they're not even remotely related (except for the brand, that is ;) )

So clearly, what you're saying is that i "NEED" to get a Wilkinson Stick? :D

[Mottern Man]

So clearly, what you're saying is that i "NEED" to get a Wilkinson Stick? :D

That would be a yes. :rolleyes:

[TraderJoe]

That would be a yes. :rolleyes:

:whacky098 Add it to the list........of group buys

[Queen of Blades]

:whacky098 Add it to the list........of group buys

Why? It's cheap enough to buy by ourselves. $7.66 roughly for 1 stick shipped.

[TraderJoe]

Why? It's cheap enough to buy by ourselves. $7.66 roughly for 1 stick shipped.

Why? for the same reason we are doing a group buy on the discontinued one.....why not :confused: ::

[qhsdoitall]

I'm still waiting on the Olivia group buy. :D That's OK, I'm waiting for a Tabula Rasa group buy or Mitchell's group buy instead.

[crackstar]

Joe, take it from me, my man--this Wilkie stick is da BOMB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[TraderJoe]

Joe, take it from me, my man--this Wilkie stick is da BOMB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

That right there is the official stamp of approval :happy088

[DragonBoy]

Joe, take it from me, my man--this Wilkie stick is da BOMB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ok..ok.. I get it.. Since I proud myself being a soap-moron I need to get one too.. Oh well its only money :eek:

[qhsdoitall]

Ok..ok.. I get it.. Since I proud myself being a soap-moron I need to get one too.. Oh well its only money :eek:

Or lack thereof. :D

[Queen of Blades]

Why? for the same reason we are doing a group buy on the discontinued one.....why not :confused: ::

:rofl :rolleyes:

[crackstar]

Joe, it's as Klaus says, a real soap, and although I like the Wilkie bowls, I swear to you, these sticks kick butt. They smell so delicious, and work so well, that if there'd be a way I could find them here in town, I'd send you a whole bunch of them--that's how good these puppies are! :drool ;)

[Queen of Blades]

You guys are awful!!!!

You made me buy 2 Wilkinson Sword shave sticks! :ashamed001

I hope y'all are happy now!!!

[crackstar]

JoAnna, I swear to you, those Wilkie sticks are too nice for words--you have to try them and see for yourself. I took out Tabac soap to shave with tomorrow morning, but I might just put it back and grab the Wilkie stick instead, and leave the Tabac for Thursday.

[TraderJoe]

You guys are awful!!!!

You made me buy 2 Wilkinson Sword shave sticks! :ashamed001

I hope y'all are happy now!!!

No problem, send one to me :D

[Queen of Blades]

No problem, send one to me :D

As soon as I see some TJ's pre-shave oil in my mailbox! :p

[TraderJoe]

As soon as I see some TJ's pre-shave oil in my mailbox! :p

Consider it done! ;)

[Queen of Blades]

Consider it done! ;)

Okey-dokey! :D

[IsaacRN]

JoAnna where did you buy the sticks at.

[Mottern Man]

I'm still waiting on the Olivia group buy. :D That's OK, I'm waiting for a Tabula Rasa group buy or Mitchell's group buy instead.

PUT ME DOWN FOR ALL 3 PLUS THE DISCONTINUED STICK, AND THE WILKY STICK AND THE FLOID!


Pay you when I get back. :D

[Smedley]

1 pkg (7) Schick Injector blades, made in ye olde USA
1 bottle Pinaud Clubman
1 bottle Murray Blanman Florida Water cologne

I think an injector shave is in order tomorrow, if I can figure out how to use the dang blade injector without embedding a blade in the drywall or my thumb.

[Queen of Blades]

JoAnna where did you buy the sticks at.

Here

http://stores.ebay.com/classic-razor

[johnniegold]

Here

http://stores.ebay.com/classic-razor
Now why did you go and do that? I now have two Wilky sticks on the way from Poland. Please don't do that. ;)

[Padron]

Nice Hauls guys,

My new coffee grinder arrived today, a Mazzer Mini :D This thing is built to last ;)

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n78/Mepadron/898045c1.jpg

[moviemaniac]

So clearly, what you're saying is that i "NEED" to get a Wilkinson Stick? :D
abso - *beeping* - lutely :D
the stick is just plain great - 'nuff said :)

Great to see so many people jumping on the train now and ordering them sticks as if they were apes going after bananas :rofl


By the way, that coofee grinder looks awesome, mate! ::

[DragonBoy]

Great to see so many people jumping on the train now and ordering them sticks as if they were apes going after bananas :rofl

I also wanted bananas so I ordered 2 stick as well..:cool::D:cool:

[herzi]

Wise decision :: :cool:

[moviemaniac]

I also wanted bananas so I ordered 2 stick as well..:cool::D:cool:
that's the spirit, mate ::

[johnniegold]

Nice Hauls guys,

My new coffee grinder arrived today, a Mazzer Mini :D This thing is built to last ;)

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n78/Mepadron/898045c1.jpg
Wow N. That is a beautiful coffee grinder. That looks like it cost two Simpsons and a Moss scuttle. ;) Let us know how it performs.

[Smedley]

I got two sticks AND one of those NOS str8s. :rolleyes::D:cool:

Nice grinder, looks like you have a family of twelve with caffeine addiction to support. :D

[Padron]

Thanks Guys,

It did cost a little more and is bigger than we need, but the quality and build of this machine should be worth it. It is very solid and weighs something like 23 lbs. The manual says the burs should not need to be replaced until 200 kilos or 660 lbs. have gone through the machine. We currently use about 1 - 1.5 lbs. per week, so it should be quite a while before we need to worry about replacing the burs.

I hope it works well, I need to buy some beans on the way home tonight. ;)

[qhsdoitall]

Nice Hauls guys,

My new coffee grinder arrived today, a Mazzer Mini :D This thing is built to last ;)

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n78/Mepadron/898045c1.jpg

I WANT THAT!!!!!!!! Gimme!!! :D

[qhsdoitall]

PUT ME DOWN FOR ALL 3 PLUS THE DISCONTINUED STICK, AND THE WILKY STICK AND THE FLOID!


Pay you when I get back. :D

You're down for 3 + bro. :D

[Queen of Blades]

Now why did you go and do that? I now have two Wilky sticks on the way from Poland. Please don't do that. ;)

:D The link had already been posted earlier in this thread anyways. Didn't think I was doing anyone any harm. :o

Or,

If I'm going down (minds out of the gutters, boys!), I'm taking y'all with me! :signs136

[madmedic]

Now why did you go and do that? I now have two Wilky sticks on the way from Poland. Please don't do that. ;)

I agree.....4 tubes of Wars Cream for me...I ordered my WilkinsonSword Sticks elsewhere. 4 of those as well:(

[madmedic]

I am feeling weak today. I bought another bottle of Pecksniff's Leather EDT from TKMAXX as well.

Really good stuff

[crackstar]

:rofl :rofl look how everyone's grabbing those Wilkie sticks--pretty soon there won't be any left for me! :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

[IsaacRN]

Look what I got.....couldnt belive how HUGE my Savile is. My Vulfix is tiny compared to it....and the handle is a mans handle. Charles also included Trumper samples of Rose, Lime, Coconut, Sandlewood, Violet, GFT, Almond. Although its hard to order from QED...their service is top notch.

[Padron]

Nice score Issac, what size is that brush :drool:drool:drool

[IsaacRN]

Its a 3126......instructions said not to use any pressure when mixing.....WTF...haha

[herzi]

Wooozzaaaa :eek: :eek: :eek:

Isaac this is a really really nice brush. Just fabulous. Congratulations.

[Queen of Blades]

Its a 3126......instructions said not to use any pressure when mixing.....WTF...haha

Nice haul, Isaac!

Yeah every brush I've gotten comes with a little note card that says something like that too. I stopped paying attention a long time ago. :D

[qhsdoitall]

Digital Ultrasonic Cleaner

Large tank capacity for extensive applications.
1400mL (2.46 pints) stainless steel cleaning tank (inside dimension 7"x5.5"x2.75" deep).
Large digital timer display for precise cleaning time control.
Digital program, 5 working cycles; choose freely (90, 180, 280, 380, 480 seconds). It enhances cleaning efficiency and makes it easy to operate.
60 watts 42,000Hz energy wave of cleaning power.
First ultrasonic cleaner to introduce cooling fan for prolonged operation.
Isolated-circuit design, keep water away for enhanced safety.
Quiet, solid state circuitry.
Power Supply: AC 100-120V 50/60 HZ.
Dimension: 9 x 7 x 6 (inch).

1203

[Baloosh]

Digital Ultrasonic Cleaner

Large tank capacity for extensive applications.
1400mL (2.46 pints) stainless steel cleaning tank (inside dimension 7"x5.5"x2.75" deep).
Large digital timer display for precise cleaning time control.
Digital program, 5 working cycles; choose freely (90, 180, 280, 380, 480 seconds). It enhances cleaning efficiency and makes it easy to operate.
60 watts 42,000Hz energy wave of cleaning power.
First ultrasonic cleaner to introduce cooling fan for prolonged operation.
Isolated-circuit design, keep water away for enhanced safety.
Quiet, solid state circuitry.
Power Supply: AC 100-120V 50/60 HZ.
Dimension: 9 x 7 x 6 (inch).

1203

Link?

[qhsdoitall]

Link?

Ebay Seller:

http://stores.ebay.com/The-Shining-Image-Always-Quality

[TraderJoe]

Its a 3126......instructions said not to use any pressure when mixing.....WTF...haha

Oh man....I am green:D with envy. That brush is incredible. If I had to do it over, I would go with the 31 instead of 32. Excellent choice

[Bronco]

Here

http://stores.ebay.com/classic-razor

They also have the Bic DE blades that I have heard about. Anyone ever try these? OMG more blades.............here we go again:D

[Spirit_of_76]

7/8 R. Hendrie Wedge. Looked really nice in the auction, in the hand it would be a good razor for Bill to use when trying to explain the correct usage of the word mint to rogue ebay sellers, as in this does NOT constitute mint!
This razor described as "never been used" has a big chip out of the front end of the spine, some sort of furry growth in the barber's notch (WTF!?!) 2 fleabites in the edge as well as pitting and black tarnish. Also the ding on the front has some black in it that can only be described as rot.
Now this might sound bad, but it does appear that these problems are only affecting the surface. The fleabites should hone out easily, I managed to pull off most of the fluff and the tarnish should be easy to get rid of. There is no active rust, however the chip out of the spine and the associated blackness have me worried.
I'm not blaming the seller, never been used probably refers to the lack of hone wear, and he handles a lot of razors so probably doesn't have time to go over each one in great detail.
Still it's annoying, I'm finally starting to see some more than passable results with my restorations and had some really nice Australian Blackwood set aside for this particular razor.
Sorry for the lengthy post, and lack of pictures, but my girlfriend has a strict policy about shave related discussion, not while she's in the house (her actual words were not while she's in the same county, but I'm not totally whipped:ashamed001) and I need to vent.

[qhsdoitall]

Keep right on venting. You won't get any arguments from us. :D I'm not going to comment on the girlfriend's attitude. :eek:

[johnniegold]

Erasmic Soap Bowl and tube of Ingram and some sample blade paks. Thanks Giovanni !

[madmedic]

200 Lord Blades
.....and Leisureguy's Guide to Gourmet Shaving

It's a really good Read:D

[Spirit_of_76]

Keep right on venting. You won't get any arguments from us. :D I'm not going to comment on the girlfriend's attitude. :eek:

My girlfriend's attitude? Thank God for my sake that she doesn't read the forums:eek:
My girlfriend is unquestionably in charge, but that's why the relationship works. She (her name's Mackenzie btw) knows that she's in charge, I know that she's in charge and, most importantly of all, she knows that I know that she's in charge and therefore there is little need for any real displays of power on her part. Although recently a decant of Knize Ten "mysteriously" disappeared after "someone" told me that she hated it, that was rather hostile I thought:rofl.
Anyway, during the week she works as a buyer in London and doesn't get home 'til late, so I'm left to my own shavegeeky devices for the most part, it's a small victory, but a victory nonetheless::

[Scorpio]

Yesterday:

One puck of L'Occitane Cade shaving soap
One bar of L'Occitane Verbena body soap...kinda fuffy but I notice a difference...none of the oily sticky residue...a very clean scent and a clean feeling...that sounded fuffy
Sample of Cade After Shave Splash...this stuff smells great

Raf

[qhsdoitall]

I see problems ahead. Good luck! ;)

[Scorpio]

Although recently a decant of Knize Ten "mysteriously" disappeared after "someone" told me that she hated it, that was rather hostile I thought:rofl.


Be careful or other more important items, along the lines of "jewels" might also mysteriously dissapear:D

seriously, you admit to what must of the guys will not, so kudos to you...I think that is her in the driveway now!!!:eek:

Raf

[Queen of Blades]

seriously, you admit to what must of the guys will not,


Some guys don't have to. :rolleyes:

[qhsdoitall]

So back to the haul. :D Uh, I'm waiting on three shipments. One from Poland, one from Canada and no, it's not from Jeff and one from Vintage Blades LLC. I'm a little nervous about the Canada shipment. We'll see.

[TraderJoe]

From Trade with Capt. America --> Merkur Futur

From Barber Italiania (Giovanni) -->

Mentolo Aftershave Balm
SuperMax Blades
Treet Blades x2 packs (varieties)
Sputnik Blades

Mentolo Aftershave Balm looks to be one of the best "values" out there in terms of quality & quanitity. For $10, its a pretty good size bottle of balm, and should last quite a while. Not to mention, paraben-free (and low-alcohol, for those who check). Highly recommended :happy088

[herzi]

They also have the Bic DE blades that I have heard about. Anyone ever try these? OMG more blades.............here we go again:D

I've tried them. They are very nice. Have a look at them. For a second opinion ask Klaus. I think he tried them too.
And Joe, try the Sputnik. They are very nice, too.

Nice hauls everybody ::

[moviemaniac]

I've tried them. They are very nice. Have a look at them. For a second opinion ask Klaus. I think he tried them too.
And Joe, try the Sputnik. They are very nice, too.

Nice hauls everybody ::
nope, I've never tried the BIC-blade, sorry.

[johnniegold]

ordered from Charles Tuesday, at my house on Thursday:

[Bill]

That was a neat contraption for making coffee. However, since caffeine makes my heart skip beats, the thing would have to come with an ambulance and the crew to go with it if I had it in my house.

Speaking of contraptions, Rich, what-ah-ya clean in that thing, anyway?

Oh... and I just got this from Shavemac. Dynamite service and a great brush...
http://www.theshaveden.com/forum/vbpgimage.php?do=full&p=252&d=1184345004

[rick]

Oh... and I just got this from Shavemac. Dynamite service and a great brush...
http://www.theshaveden.com/forum/vbpgimage.php?do=full&p=252&d=1184345004

Bee-utiful brush, Bill !
Please tell me that it aint that great
:angry032

...Im beggin ya, Please ;)

[qhsdoitall]

That was a neat contraption for making coffee. However, since caffeine makes my heart skip beats, the thing would have to come with an ambulance and the crew to go with it if I had it in my house.

Speaking of contraptions, Rich, what-ah-ya clean in that thing, anyway?

Oh... and I just got this from Shavemac. Dynamite service and a great brush...
http://www.theshaveden.com/forum/vbpgimage.php?do=full&p=252&d=1184345004

So far, I've been putting jewelry and watches in it and they've been coming out great. I'm going to put the DE razors in it this weekend with a little natural soap scum cleaner. Then give them a quick mineral oil bath. Any suggestion for a really light grease on the threads? Since we have a huge amount of stainless and silver overlay on our horse equipment occasionally, a piece will lie around too long and we need to clean it up for sale. I'll use this to cut back on the elbow grease and I have some Maas on order for the final touches. Your supposed to be able to put pens, brushes and a ton of other things in it.

[qhsdoitall]

Bee-utiful brush, Bill !
Please tell me that it aint that great
:angry032

...Im beggin ya, Please ;)

It's great. Trust me. If it's anything like the one I got then it's great. That Rooney you had me get from Micheal? The oh so nice one, and it is, the Shavemac beat it out. :D

[Bill]

Bee-utiful brush, Bill !
Please tell me that it aint that great
:angry032

...Im beggin ya, Please ;)
Well...
Let me qualify this a little. I don't know a great deal about brushes. I'm only one rung above "nada" on that ladder. I even have a Tweezerman that I think is OK.

I'm assuming it's kinda like that teenage boy who just started getting some. In the beginning, it's ALL good. It's only after gaining a bit of experience that you start convulsing over the silvertongues, I mean, silvertips. :D

[rick]

It's great. Trust me. If it's anything like the one I got then it's great. That Rooney you had me get from Micheal? The oh so nice one, and it is, the Shavemac beat it out. :D

Oh Reeeeeeeely ?!
I guess Ill show you.
I'll just buy a ShaveMac and compare ....the.............two...............myself.
ummmmmm......

I think I'll just leave now. :o

[qhsdoitall]

Oh Reeeeeeeely ?!
I guess Ill show you.
I'll just buy a ShaveMac and compare ....the.............two...............myself.
ummmmmm......

I think I'll just leave now. :o

Yes, but don't forget, I'm comparing apples to apples. The Rooney and Shavemac I have are both fan shaped. Now, I really need to bring the Rooney home and take a side by side picture. Just to torture you of course. :D

Bill, if it feels better than what you have been using and it's what you wanted then you've done well. It's like that $9 bottle of wine. If it tastes like a $30 bottle to you then thats all that counts.

[Bill]

Bill, if it feels better than what you have been using and it's what you wanted then you've done well. It's like that $9 bottle of wine. If it tastes like a $30 bottle to you then thats all that counts.
This wouldn't be the place where I interject that I get my wine in a box, would it....
:eatdrink013

[qhsdoitall]

This wouldn't be the place where I interject that I get my wine in a box, would it....
:eatdrink013

Does it taste good? Does anyone else in the house use it as an all purpose cleaner or mouthwash? If yes to the first and no to the second then ya, OK, you can interject. (Note to Rick and others: Don't let Bill bring the wine.) :rofl:p Just kidding!!!!

[johnniegold]

today's mail: I ordered the Mama Bear soaps as a gift for a friend but after smelling them, I guess I have to place another order for myself. The LSF I purchased at a local store. The Arko, Palmolive and Proraso are from Barbiera Italiana. Thanks Giovanni and thanks for the alum block.

[Padron]

Nice haul Johnnie :drool:drool:drool:drool :D

[jlander]

Savile Row 3824 Finest Silvertip w/ a complete set of Trumper Cream samples.
Thank you Charles
Agua Lavanda Puig Body Splash & After Shave
Pre de Provence Shave Soap

J. M. Fraser’s Shave Cream
Iced Limes
Lilac
Polar Ice

[rick]

This wouldn't be the place where I interject that I get my wine in a box, would it....
:eatdrink013

just dont let Tony S hear ya say that ! :eek:


:scared003

[madmedic]

It's great. Trust me. If it's anything like the one I got then it's great. That Rooney you had me get from Micheal? The oh so nice one, and it is, the Shavemac beat it out. :D


I have three Shavemacs..........and if I didn't NEED variety.......I woudn'd have anything else!

[qhsdoitall]

The Canadian Shipment I was nervous about. It came in and Woo Hoo!!!!

From eBay:

x1 Shaving Cream Truefitt & Hill Ultimate Comfort Shaving Cream
x2 Shaving Cream Truefitt & Hill Ultimate Comfort Shaving Cream Unscented
x2 Aftershave Balm Truefitt & Hill Ultimate Comfort Aftershave Balm
x2 Moisturizer Truefitt & Hill Ultimate Comfort Pre-Shave Oil
x2 Facial Wash Truefitt & Hill Skin Control Daily Facial Cleanser
x2 Moisturizer Truefitt & Hill Skin Control Advanced Facial Moisturizer
x2 Shampoo/Conditioner Truefitt & Hill Hair Management Control Gel
x1 Shampoo/Conditioner Truefitt & Hill Hair Management Thickening Shampoo
x1 Shampoo/Conditioner Truefitt & Hill Hair Management Frequent Use Shampoo
x1 Bath Soap Truefitt & Hill Moisturizing Hand & Body Soap

[TraderJoe]

Whoa.....we got some "big hitters" here hauling in the goods this week. Good show gentlemens :happy088

[qhsdoitall]

Here's the Rooney and Shavemac side by side

On the Left:
Rooney 22mm Style 2 Small Ivory Super Silvertip Badger Shave Brush
On the Right:
Shavemac 23mm Handmade Nickel Blue Silvertip Badger Fan Shaped Shave Brush

http://lh6.google.com/qhsdoitall/Rpg9pt5nXeI/AAAAAAAAAHU/qgXV7p1NB_A/s400/IMG_0232.JPG


http://lh3.google.com/qhsdoitall/Rpg9o95nXdI/AAAAAAAAAHM/r1AZSof7OCs/s400/IMG_0229.JPG

[Padron]

Awesome Hauls Guys :drool:drool:drool:drool

[herzi]

Congrats on all hauls,guys. ::

Yesterday arrived a lovely scuttle from www. schwazweisskeramik.de :drool

[SSLSTudio...]

yesterday when I arrived from work I found a swedish package on the stairs.
I didnt expect anything so to my surprise I found these goodies there.

I dont know what brand or where the stick comes from, the Shavallo shave soap is a vintage soap forget about finding them most RARE.

Tack Sa Mycket to a fine Gentleman ,

[SSLSTudio...]

Ok..ok.. I get it.. Since I proud myself being a soap-moron I need to get one too.. Oh well its only money :eek:

Id rather call you a SEIFEN MAESTRO... a bit different contextual purpose.. :rofl

[DragonBoy]

Id rather call you a SEIFEN MAESTRO... a bit different contextual purpose.. :rofl


I thank you and take a bow.. :cool::ashamed001:cool:

[minderasr]

A friend of mine made the pilgramage to Pasteur's Pharmacy in NYC, and picked up a couple of items for me. D.R. Harris Pink and Coates Original Almond cream (unsure if this is the original or new formulation).

:D

[IsaacRN]

Ive heard it really didnt matter if its old or new formula..that they were both good creations that exist no more.

[crackstar]

Boubi, Wohl bekomm's! Es ist eine tolle Seife, voller Eleganz, und Stil. Mach SpaB damit!

[IsaacRN]

Boubi, Wohl bekomm's! Es ist eine tolle Seife, voller Eleganz, und Stil. Mach SpaB damit!


What ...what....wHaT?

[crackstar]

sorry, 'bout that Isaac--my friend and I always talk to each other in German. I told him it's a great soap, full of style and class, and to have fun using it.

[IsaacRN]

No problem.....i recognized the German :P

[rick]

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[Padron]

Nice Haul Rick,

I got a 1 pound basket for roasting coffee on my BBQ via the rotiserie, it worked well although I need to buy a new temp gauge that goes to 550+ degrees or so, as I took it a little to dark, it was only a 1/4 pound but worked well.

Will be placing an order at Sweet Maria's soon, what types of coffee did you order Rick?

Also scored a bench hone from Handamerica, and some magnetic backed pieces of leather and films for honing and stroping.

[qhsdoitall]

12C Classic HD* Long Handled Open Comb Double Edged Safety Razor Chrome (Barber Pole)

Will bring this razor to work and try it out next week.

Sample of D R Harris Marlborough Shave Cream

[PalmettoB]

Pretty nice haul today...

Crabtree & Evelyn Best Badger brush (yay! I finally got one!)
Crabtree & Evelyn Sandalwood soap refill

perfect coffee/shave mug from World Market. I couldn't have gotten one any better. That new C&E soap fits right snug in the bottom!!

[jramire2]

This week I got;

From trades/forum purchases
1 Merkur HD (to replace my Merkur Classic)
1 tub Vulfix Sandalwood
1/2 tub Vulfix lavender
1 tub eshave citrus

From local purchases
1 bottle Masters Musk aftershave
1 bottle Masters Bay Rum aftershave (at the recommendation of quite a few members)
1 bottle black opal razor bump recovery complex (been looking for this for a while)

and finally, after 3 months of waiting.....
1 SIMPSON MAJOR TRAVEL BRUSH IN SUPER - I recently bought one of these and it ended up being a major shedder. First just a few hairs a shave, then 5-10, then 15-20 and I decided to quit using it. Contacted Simpson, and other than having to wait 3 weeks, they took care of me and sent me another one free of charge. Excellent excellent excellent service from Simpson, didn't even have to send the old one back or provide a proof of purchase. I couldn't be happier.

[TraderJoe]

and finally, after 3 months of waiting.....
1 SIMPSON MAJOR TRAVEL BRUSH IN SUPER - I recently bought one of these and it ended up being a major shedder. First just a few hairs a shave, then 5-10, then 15-20 and I decided to quit using it. Contacted Simpson, and other than having to wait 3 weeks, they took care of me and sent me another one free of charge. Excellent excellent excellent service from Simpson, didn't even have to send the old one back or provide a proof of purchase. I couldn't be happier.

Josh - glad to hear you got it worked out :happy088

Enjoy

[rick]

Padron:
Sorry the pix werent better :o
this was my latest order:

Kenya AA Nyeri - Karatina
Kenya Thika - Gethumbwini Peaberry
Ethiopia Kochere District Yirgacheffe

I have to admit I allow the vendors to choose my beans for me.
I look for ratings in the upper "80's" and above and choose those.
Have not yet been disappointed :D

[qhsdoitall]

This week I got;

1 bottle black opal razor bump recovery complex (been looking for this for a while)

and finally, after 3 months of waiting.....
1 SIMPSON MAJOR TRAVEL BRUSH IN SUPER - I recently bought one of these and it ended up being a major shedder. First just a few hairs a shave, then 5-10, then 15-20 and I decided to quit using it. Contacted Simpson, and other than having to wait 3 weeks, they took care of me and sent me another one free of charge. Excellent excellent excellent service from Simpson, didn't even have to send the old one back or provide a proof of purchase. I couldn't be happier.

So, what made you look for the Black Opal Razor Bump Recovery Complex? Congrats on getting your Simpson straightened out.

[Padron]

Padron:
Sorry the pix werent better :o
this was my latest order:

Kenya AA Nyeri - Karatina
Kenya Thika - Gethumbwini Peaberry
Ethiopia Kochere District Yirgacheffe

I have to admit I allow the vendors to choose my beans for me.
I look for ratings in the upper "80's" and above and choose those.
Have not yet been disappointed :D

Thanks Rick, actually I took a harder look after I posted and could make out the labels :o, Looks like some Great choices, I will need to try those out as well. Thanks :D

[crackstar]

I have another package on the way, but I have no idea what's in it. All I know is, it's from Europe! I think since the beginning of the year, I've taken in about 100 new items! :eek: :eek:

[jramire2]

So, what made you look for the Black Opal Razor Bump Recovery Complex? Congrats on getting your Simpson straightened out.

Even after switching over to wetshaving, I still get the occasional ingrown hair. Not that big of a deal, but after I get one and I've corrected the problem, my skin still stays discolored (eg, a dark spot) for quite a long time.

I'd read that this stuff was good for helping ingrowns AND getting rid of dark spots. I've been looking all over for a local source and finally found one right down the street.

[Bill]

Well, boys... I was anticipating this purchase with good thoughts.
I just got a good gaggle of goodies from Mama Bear. I can't keep from taking off all the lids and smelling them over and over again.

In fact, I lathered up with several, one at a time, using my new brushes just to experience the varied aromas. Didn't even touch my face with a blade... What a hoot! I haven't picked out a favorite yet because they are all so good.

The brush is an addition to my loot from eBay. I think it's pretty cool, too.

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[Queen of Blades]

Nice haul, Bill! The brush is real nice looking! Details, please.

Are your ADs new? I don't think I've seen posts from you such as your posts lately. What with the brush(s), and now this.

[IsaacRN]

VERY nice hall. Sue is Tops imho. I cant believe you didnt get an almond soap. That is a great smelling one.

[Bill]

The brush is a 22mm or 23mm 4-inch tall Kingsley with faux body and plated silver base. It heavy and seems stout enough. It didn't loose any hairs with two uses, but that probably doesn't count... we'll see.


Are you ADs new?
:think002 Eh?

[IsaacRN]

AD= Aquisition Disorder..

The need to buy alot of things shaving related

RAD= Razor Aquisition Disorder
BAD= Brush Aquisition Disorder

and so on ...and so on

[Padron]

Sweet haul Bill :drool:drool:drool:drool:drool I'm still loving the TI I got from you. :D

Thanks,

Neale

[PalmettoB]

The brush is a 22mm or 23mm 4-inch tall Kingsley with faux body and plated silver base. It heavy and seems stout enough. It didn't loose any hairs with two uses, but that probably doesn't count... we'll see.

:think002 Eh?

I think JoAnna just meant that we usually see you posting with regards to straight razors (fixing, selling or just showing off! :rofl ) Hadn't seen you post too many about your brushes, soaps, etc. (Good to see, though.)

[Queen of Blades]

I think JoAnna just meant that we usually see you posting with regards to straight razors (fixing, selling or just showing off! :rofl ) Hadn't seen you post too many about your brushes, soaps, etc. (Good to see, though.)

I thought perhaps we were becoming as bad an influence on Bill, as he is to us. :D

[Bill]

AD= Aquisition Disorder..

The need to buy alot of things shaving related

RAD= Razor Aquisition Disorder
BAD= Brush Aquisition Disorder

and so on ...and so on

Ah... thanks for the clarification...
y'mean, if I have more than one of other stuff too, it's not normal?
Oh, lordy lordy... I'm in trouble. :scared011

I think JoAnna just meant that we usually see you posting with regards to straight razors (fixing, selling or just showing off! I guess I better not show y'all my good stuff, then. :cool: ) Hadn't seen you post too many about your brushes, soaps, etc. (Good to see, though.)I actually try not to be too much of a pest. I wear on some people the wrong way because they don't understand my sense of humor or approve of my ever-so-slight opinionations. (I think I just made up a word) In addition, I usually don't have a lot to say about things I don't know much about.

I thought perhaps we were becoming as bad an influence on Bill, as he is to us.Absolutely! I'm down wid dat... :angelic007

[Queen of Blades]

I actually try not to be too much of a pest. I wear on some people the wrong way because they don't understand my sense of humor or approve of my ever-so-slight opinionations. (I think I just made up a word) In addition, I usually don't have a lot to say about things I don't know much about.


I think you fit in here at TSD just perfect, Bill!

Except for the "not-having-a-lot-to-say-about-things-you-don't-know-about" part. We do a lot of that here. :roflj/k

[paydepst]

I've picked up a few things this past week but this is the only one I've photographed so far. I heard a knock on the door and there it was! :D
Sent to me courtesy of my connection in Canada.

http://i20.photobucket.com/albums/b227/mjl1297/HDDRBRIT.jpg


Mint British HD Double Ring Rocket in original case.

It may look like some spotting on the end cap but that is an artifact of the flash and the macro shot picking up polish residue. Trust me it's as pretty as can be! This isn't my first HD nor will it be the last (another is on the way!) but I am fond of this particular Brit.

[Bronco]

Nice haul Bill! I am sorry about your AD. It can be really difficult to deal with as there is no cure. The symptoms do subside at times but often it comes back stronger. Enjoy!

[qhsdoitall]

Well, boys... I was anticipating this purchase with good thoughts.
I just got a good gaggle of goodies from Mama Bear. I can't keep from taking off all the lids and smelling them over and over again.

In fact, I lathered up with several, one at a time, using my new brushes just to experience the varied aromas. Didn't even touch my face with a blade... What a hoot! I haven't picked out a favorite yet because they are all so good.

The brush is an addition to my loot from eBay. I think it's pretty cool, too.

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Very nice Bill. I know exactly what you mean by opening up Mama Bear soaps and just sniffing. I do it every time I get a new order. I even open some up in my shave locker when choosing one for the day. Can't get enough of it.