- Joined
- Saturday December 10, 2011
- Location
- british west hartlepool
Glad you like it Barry. They do make you think, don't they?Evening Shave.
BBA Face Wash, BBA Shave Oil.
MWF.
RazoRock Bruce 24mm Synthetic (face lather).
Gem Micromatic Flying Wing.
Gem (1)
Thayers Witch Hazel (cucumber).
Old Spice Aftershave.
Aloe Vera Gel.
Kevin (aka @Boru62) loves his vintage SE razors and he very kindly offered to lend me a couple to try. So my first go with a Flying Wing and it was a joy. Very intuitive to use, smooth, and efficient. I found it very similar to my Ever Ready 1912 in terms of aggressiveness, which is to say, on the milder side of medium. Whenever using a vintage razor I find myself thinking about who might have used it in the past. It's a fascinating hobby we have chaps, don't you think?
They certainly do Kevin. The stories these razors could tell. It was a really nice shave mate.Glad you like it Barry. They do make you think, don't they?
One of my DEs was US army issue in 1918, so may have served in two world wars and looks in better condition than I do.They certainly do Kevin. The stories these razors could tell. It was a really nice shave mate.
How many cart razors do you think will survive 99 years and two world wars?One of my DEs was US army issue 1918, so may have served in two world wars and looks in better condition than I do.
Absolutely!Evening Shave.
BBA Face Wash, BBA Shave Oil.
MWF.
RazoRock Bruce 24mm Synthetic (face lather).
Gem Micromatic Flying Wing.
Gem (1)
Thayers Witch Hazel (cucumber).
Old Spice Aftershave.
Aloe Vera Gel.
Kevin (aka @Boru62) loves his vintage SE razors and he very kindly offered to lend me a couple to try. So my first go with a Flying Wing and it was a joy. Very intuitive to use, smooth, and efficient. I found it very similar to my Ever Ready 1912 in terms of aggressiveness, which is to say, on the milder side of medium. Whenever using a vintage razor I find myself thinking about who might have used it in the past. It's a fascinating hobby we have chaps, don't you think?
Love a bit of JTWhat a beauty she is, too!
Love a bit of JTP.
Have never been lucky enough to see any live proformance by them but I bet back in the 70s was the best time to see them, as thick as a brick got me interested at first and the rest as they say is history!Lucky for me I am old, since I got to see the band in the 70s. Those 'vintage' shows were pretty damn good both musically and entertainment wise. Concerts from the mid 70s in NY are a kick to watch. Ian Anderson as the front man was an amazing individual for sure.
Not so luckily I also saw them in the 90s and it was not good. Mr Anderson maybe had an off night but he never apologized if that was the case. Kind of a disinterested demeanor during the show and jeeez, his voice was startling. Not a lot left there it was sad to see. My wife and I bailed before the end.
Heh, now when they tour I believe there is a IA 'protege' who 'assists' Mr Anderson. Yep, you betcha.
Martin
And what a belter! Top stuff.Good Evening Gents
Razor: Colonial Stainless Steel General
Razor blade: Kai Protouch MG
Bruzh: Simpsons Manchurian Captain
Bowl: Little Wren Pottery
Soap: Saponificio Varesino Felce Aromatica
Post: BBA Aftershave balm
The following day after my last shave with the General and the Proline blade my face felt rough.
I decided to go back to the Kai Protouch MG. I started off using the original handle but decided to swap it with the Stork titanium handle @Acer89 had kindly loaned me. The Stork titanium handle is 14 grams lighter and I much prefer the weight and balance of the razor with this handle.
The Saponificio Varesino Felce Aromatica and the Simpsons Manchurian Captain worked in perfect harmony for a very good shave.
I'll leave you with this belter...
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