"Knock-Offs" Swan - Page 2

Wingnut · #21 10-22-2009, 05:18 PM

Although Swan sounds interesting, I can still remember the first time I sniffed AV Ice Blue in a store (after reading all the good reviews here), and immediately thought, "Dad!" Since he's long gone, I wear it as a tribute to him whenever it's warm out. Isn't it amazing how scent is able to bring someone back like that? ...Just another reason for me to be thankful that there's someplace like B&B on the web...

Sodapopjones · #22 10-22-2009, 05:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Wingnut

Although Swan sounds interesting, I can still remember the first time I sniffed AV Ice Blue in a store (after reading all the good reviews here), and immediately thought, "Dad!" Since he's long gone, I wear it as a tribute to him whenever it's warm out. Isn't it amazing how scent is able to bring someone back like that? ...Just another reason for me to be thankful that there's someplace like B&B on the web...

I know what you mean, my father only ever used Skin Bracer.

I use it rarely because its like a woosh moment, I don't want to experience everyday.

Swampfox · #23 10-23-2009, 06:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Wingnut

Although Swan sounds interesting, I can still remember the first time I sniffed AV Ice Blue in a store (after reading all the good reviews here), and immediately thought, "Dad!" Since he's long gone, I wear it as a tribute to him whenever it's warm out. Isn't it amazing how scent is able to bring someone back like that? ...Just another reason for me to be thankful that there's someplace like B&B on the web...

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Originally Posted by Sodapopjones

I know what you mean, my father only ever used Skin Bracer.

I use it rarely because its like a woosh moment, I don't want to experience everyday.

A friend recently began using PCVIBR for the same reason. His dad passed away a few years ago, and wearing brings back good memories for him.

sandmountainslim · #24 10-28-2009, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by masonjarjar

I checked out the label.. Another fine Vi-Jon product.

Really? I didn't realize Vi-Jon made it!

I will certainly have to try a bottle since I use their Ivory Club and Brut knockoff already

I digs me some Vi Jon!
Wp

Wingnut · #25 10-29-2009, 05:00 AM

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Originally Posted by sandmountainslim

Really? I didn't realize Vi-Jon made it!

I will certainly have to try a bottle since I use their Ivory Club and Brut knockoff already

I digs me some Vi Jon!
Wp

Apparently, Vi-Jon is the maker of most if not all of these dollar store scents. More than once, I've turned over a bottle of house brand AS (the Barbasol line comes to mind) and seen a tiny "Vi-Jon" logo imprinted in the base.

Kind of makes me want to buy some of their stock. Hell, if it's that much of a sleeper, with great market share AND it's owned by Berkshire Hathaway (after all, how wrong could "Warren Buffet be?) why not spring for a few shares? That way when someone compliments your cologne choice, you could say, "Yeah, it's a Vi-Jon scent. I liked their line so much I bought some of the company." Just imagine: Vi-Jon as a new way to impress women!

Swampfox · #26 10-29-2009, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Wingnut

Apparently, Vi-Jon is the maker of most if not all of these dollar store scents. More than once, I've turned over a bottle of house brand AS (the Barbasol line comes to mind) and seen a tiny "Vi-Jon" logo imprinted in the base.

I think they are the makers of all things 'generic'. Generic, maybe, but with quality. They have been around a very long time, so they must know what they are doing. And another plus, their products are here in the US, keeping our fellow Americans employed.

Sodapopjones · #27 10-29-2009, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Swampfox

I think they are the makers of all things 'generic'. Generic, maybe, but with quality. They have been around a very long time, so they must know what they are doing. And another plus, their products are here in the US, keeping our fellow Americans employed.

Hey if they're American made, and they're quality made, then whats their competitors *Name Brands* problem!

Swampfox · #28 10-29-2009, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Sodapopjones

Hey if they're American made, and they're quality made, then whats their competitors *Name Brands* problem!

Good question.

I also remember reading (on their website I think) that Vi-Jon is a family owned company.

sandmountainslim · #29 10-29-2009, 04:27 PM

I am such a big fan of Vi-Jon's products that I went to the Dollar Gen and bought a bottle of this today

Tonight is a Brut Night but I will try it tomorrow.
Wp

Sodapopjones · #30 10-29-2009, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by sandmountainslim

I am such a big fan of Vi-Jon's products that I went to the Dollar Gen and bought a bottle of this today

Tonight is a Brut Night but I will try it tomorrow.
Wp

You won't be let down, I used my Swan yesterday today was run errands and not shave day.

Chuckaluck · #31 10-30-2009, 09:33 PM

I always by the Swan version of Listerine mouthwash in the 1.25 liter bottle. Swan: 2 bucks, Listerine 6 bucks. You do the math!

mmack66 · #32 10-30-2009, 09:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Chuckaluck

I always by the Swan version of Listerine mouthwash in the 1.25 liter bottle. Swan: 2 bucks, Listerine 6 bucks. You do the math!

That is a difference of 4 bucks.

Deltaboy · #33 10-31-2009, 08:35 AM

I been happy with all the Bararsol products I have got so far. Going to get the Swan as soon as I use the the Barbarsol and AV ice blue I have under the sink.

sandmountainslim · #34 11-06-2009, 06:46 PM

I couldn't find a vintage Aqua Velva bottle to decant it into so I poured it up into a circa 1870's/1880's Dr. S. Pitcher's Castoria bottle

The blue liquid actually looks GREAT behind the greenish blue glass of the old bottle.
i think it will look pretty good beside my vintage Old Spice and Brute bottles.

Wingnut · #35 11-06-2009, 06:51 PM

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Originally Posted by sandmountainslim

I couldn't find a vintage Aqua Velva bottle to decant it into so I poured it up into a circa 1870 Dr. S. Pitcher's Castoria bottle

The blue liquid actually looks GREAT behind the greenish blue glass of the old bottle.
i think it will look pretty good beside my vintage Old Spice and Brute bottles.

VERY classy, Slim! Me likey!

jsrdrnr · #36 11-06-2009, 06:56 PM

I like the swan products. They smell really good for the price. My husband smells really good when he has them on too *wink*!!!

sandmountainslim · #37 11-07-2009, 05:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Wingnut

VERY classy, Slim! Me likey!

Thanks

I had to have something to put the AS in and needed something to do with the old bottle, I think it worked out well.
Wp

Swampfox · #38 11-07-2009, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by sandmountainslim

I couldn't find a vintage Aqua Velva bottle to decant it into so I poured it up into a circa 1870's/1880's Dr. S. Pitcher's Castoria bottle

The blue liquid actually looks GREAT behind the greenish blue glass of the old bottle.
i think it will look pretty good beside my vintage Old Spice and Brute bottles.

Nice, Bill! Your becoming quite a pro at this!

sandmountainslim · #39 11-08-2009, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Swampfox

Nice, Bill! Your becoming quite a pro at this!

Thanks Ray

I think I moved up a couple levels with the "Avon Deal" yesterday.

I used the Swan Arctic Blue from the old Dr. Pitcher's bottle this morning. It worked great but felt weird, I don't believe I have ever used a bottle from the 19th century before. At least not that I'm aware of.
Wp

Sodapopjones · #40 11-08-2009, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by sandmountainslim

Thanks Ray

I think I moved up a couple levels with the "Avon Deal" yesterday.

I used the Swan Arctic Blue from the old Dr. Pitcher's bottle this morning. It worked great but felt weird, I don't believe I have ever used a bottle from the 19th century before. At least not that I'm aware of.
Wp

Felt weird???