News from Georgetown Scuttles

[netsurfr]

Just ordered a scuttle from Georgetown Pottery this morning. Thought you might like to know that they have a couple of persimmon-colored scuttles in stock. If the color works for you, then you save a few weeks to make one from scratch.

[TOB9595]

I have the Persimmon and hamada. I like the color. THe Georgetown Scuttle will be THE PERFECT scuttle, for me, when they mold them.
If I didn't have two I'd buy a handthrown Persimmon :)

Here is thje Persimmon hamada color. Tho I'm usually wrong :)
Features that they have I really like:
Heavy enuff to place on counter and lather with one hand
keeps lather/brush warm
Looks and performs GREAT
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v116/TOB9595/ShavingNRazor/IMGP0584.jpg

Makes GREAT lather
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v116/TOB9595/ShavingNRazor/IMGP0636.jpg

Size reference
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v116/TOB9595/ShavingNRazor/IMGP0589.jpg

[Mottern Man]

:signs154

Nice looking Scuttle. I almost want to get one.

[Scorpio]

that does look very nice




Raf

[mastermute]

I have oogled Tom's scuttle before (hmmm.. does that sound wierd? :rolleyes:). It looks awesome!

[TOB9595]

I have oogled Tom's scuttle before (hmmm.. does that sound wierd? :rolleyes:). It looks awesome!

I KNEW IT!!!!!
It wasn't in the same place I usually place it......















hahahahahaha
The molded version will be about as perfect as a scuttle can get...

[soulshine]

I had passed on other scuttles because I just didn't like the look of them. After viewing the first incarnation of this and reading of the changes being made I thought I pulled the trigger. Of all the shave purchases I have made in the last two years, this is one of the finest I have made. It is very solid, the glaze cannot be appreciated until viewed in person and I didn't know what I was missing with regards to warm lather.

s~s

[mastermute]

I had a look at the Georgetown Pottery site and couldn't find the scuttles :(

But I found their pottery bathroom sinks, looked mighty nice, I would like a BIG pottery sink!

[soulshine]

They are not up on the site yet. While I just gave them a call, your best bet might just be to email them. They are VERY responsive and nice to work with.

[mastermute]

Thanks! I think I'll just do that, I'd like to know the shipping, IF they ship to Sweden....

[Cutthroat_trout]

Thanks! I think I'll just do that, I'd like to know the shipping, IF they ship to Sweden....

If not, I am sure you could find something suitable from IKEA !!;)

[mastermute]

If not, I am sure you could find something suitable from IKEA !!;)

As much as I like IKEA, I doubt they have scuttles, or anything near what the Georgetown Scuttles look like.

[Queen of Blades]

Thanks! I think I'll just do that, I'd like to know the shipping, IF they ship to Sweden....

If they don't, you know I'll take care of the shipping for you, Johan. :happy088

If you want, of course. :ashamed001

[mastermute]

Thanks, JoAnna!

I have mailed them so I'll soon know if I have to take you up on your offer ;)

[Cutthroat_trout]

As much as I like IKEA, I doubt they have scuttles, or anything near what the Georgetown Scuttles look like.

I like IKEA was much as anyone but that was just too straight from you ! Are you ok ? ;)

[mastermute]

I like IKEA was much as anyone but that was just too straight from you ! Are you ok ? ;)

Hehe, does it show? I have worked like a small blue one (Swedish saying, looks funny in translation :rolleyes:) the latest weeks to finish the assigned tasks before I go away on vacation (== lots of unpaid overtime!). And not the least, reaching 1000 posts, that takes some work too :p

[Queen of Blades]

a small blue one

We Americans call those Smurfs. :D

[Cutthroat_trout]

Hehe, does it show? I have worked like a small blue one (Swedish saying, looks funny in translation :rolleyes:) the latest weeks to finish the assigned tasks before I go away on vacation (== lots of unpaid overtime!). And not the least, reaching 1000 posts, that takes some work too :p


Whew - I was worried it was something serious ! Sounds like you are off to a great vacation ! I so want to go to Italy. Someday.

[fitzer]

I use an Ikea scuttle (http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/30118220)- as much as it can be called a scuttle. More of a shaving mug really. Alright not a scuttle at all, but Ikea.

Actually splurged and bought two, one as a shave mug and the second to build a lather. They nest and the top one sits nicely just above the soap. The setup works well for me.

The Georgetown does look nice though. I am interested in the craftsmanship. How are they able to create the chamber in a hand made process?

[jbone]

do you guys have any links for those scuttles? Thanks!

[sparky5693]

Actually, they're not for sale on their website yet. They are only available by phone order. I even tried to order one via email and was turned down.

[sparky5693]

Here's my info from them:

They cost $38 + $8 and $3 handling. They come in all the finishes shown on
our website www.georgetownpottery.com (http://www.georgetownpottery.com) but you can't order them from there as
yet because we have just been able to make them as they are ordered. As soon
as we have more stock they will be shown there. It will take about 3 weeks
to receive as we are making them to order.You can call me toll free to order
at 866 zenpots or 207.371.2801


Lori

[Patrick]

Can anyone tell me anything about the new G3 shaving scuttles form Georgetown Pottery? Such as the inside dimensions and size of opening where hot water is added to heat the scuttle. What is the main difference between this new G3 scuttle and the old ones? -patrick

[VetsJetsnGuns]

take a look here (http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=46867&highlight=georgetown+scuttle) for G3 stuff

[Cutthroat_trout]

I just ordered one from Lori but the price is now $42 + 8 + 3

[jfever311]

I just spoke to Lori yesterday about my G3. It is drying now, and will go into the oven next week. That puts me getting it in about two more weeks. When I comes in I will post a few pics for you fellas. It is cobalt and purple, tighter ring pattern, and a lid!

[sparky5693]

I just spoke to Lori yesterday about my G3. It is drying now, and will go into the oven next week. That puts me getting it in about two more weeks. When I comes in I will post a few pics for you fellas. It is cobalt and purple, tighter ring pattern, and a lid!

A lid? Is that a custom job?

[mastermute]

I know mine has been painted, but I haven't heard anything since...

[jfever311]

A lid? Is that a custom job?


Yes it is. I requested that the inner rings be spaced tighter together to allow for quicker lather creation. The lid was a new one on Lori. I requested a dome shaped lid that is flush with the scuttle on all edges, including the spout. The inner dimension of the lid is about two inches tall. That should be high enough to put the lid on with my brush still in the scuttle. The overall heat retention should be much better with a lid. Plus, I think it will look nicer with a lid. Like I told my wife when she commented on the extra cost. I want a lid!!!

[Padron]

Please post some photos of your scuttle with the lid when it arrives, sounds like a great idea :happy005 Congrats!

[jfever311]

Please post some photos of your scuttle with the lid when it arrives, sounds like a great idea :happy005 Congrats!

I plan on doing a spread of pictures of the scuttle once it arrives. It will still be a couple, Long, agonizing weeks until it is delivered though.

[IsaacRN]

This new scuttle sounds very promising

[jfever311]

The only improvement that I will have to make myself is to the bottom. I was not aware until recently that the bottom of the scuttle is bare ceramic.

The local Pep Boys sells a "Rhino Liner" type spray that will bond to almost anything. I layered about five to eight coats on the bottom of an old ceramic mug with fantastic results. This should make a nice, durable, non-skid surface that will not damage the sink or countertops. It will also keep the scuttle from sliding around.

Hopefully, GTP will offer some of the wonderful additions us crazy wet-shavers have requested as standard options sometime in the future.

[wtruitt]

That is an EXCELLENT idea and implementation!! Thx for passing along!
Wayne

The only improvement that I will have to make myself is to the bottom. I was not aware until recently that the bottom of the scuttle is bare ceramic.

The local Pep Boys sells a "Rhino Liner" type spray that will bond to almost anything. I layered about five to eight coats on the bottom of an old ceramic mug with fantastic results. This should make a nice, durable, non-skid surface that will not damage the sink or countertops. It will also keep the scuttle from sliding around.

Hopefully, GTP will offer some of the wonderful additions us crazy wet-shavers have requested as standard options sometime in the future.

[bandit]

welcome to the forums! :)

[RayG]

The only improvement that I will have to make myself is to the bottom. I was not aware until recently that the bottom of the scuttle is bare ceramic.

The local Pep Boys sells a "Rhino Liner" type spray that will bond to almost anything. I layered about five to eight coats on the bottom of an old ceramic mug with fantastic results. This should make a nice, durable, non-skid surface that will not damage the sink or countertops. It will also keep the scuttle from sliding around.

Hopefully, GTP will offer some of the wonderful additions us crazy wet-shavers have requested as standard options sometime in the future.

I picked mine up from GTP sometime December, and had the same concerns about the abrasive bottom. My solution was to pick up a tile sized granite (or corian) sample from Home Depot. It comes with tiny rubber feet attached at the corners. Usually free, or a couple of dollars in your choice of color.

[PolieCat]

In a variation of what RayG did, I went to the hardware store to get a pack of those rubbery adhesive pads. (I usually use those pads at the bottom corners of frames so they don't scratch my walls.) I attached 3 pads to the bottom of my G3 scuttle, and they've worked fine the past couple of weeks.

[jfever311]

Hey fellas, it 's here!! Check out my post in "The Haul" for pictures.

[jfever311]

For those who were interested, this is how the coating looks on the scuttle. I also masked up the lid and put four coats on the rim of it to provide a more positive bond to the scuttle. The rubberized coating is completely non-slip, and has already endured a run through the dishwasher!!

Regards,
Jason

[Queen of Blades]

Oh, pictures finally.

Very nice! :happy088

[PolieCat]

Looks good! Mine is the plain ole' ivory, but I really like it, too.

[The Chebb]

Sweet scuttle - it would be very cool to have a couple of matching coffee mugs for those real early in the morning shaves...:eatdrink013