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THE THIN BLUE SMOKE THREAD XII
Whats on the BBQ for 2020?
How to make great lather from a soap ~ Tutorial
The following is a guide and suggestions for the foundation for a great lather. This tutorial was developed by a group of B&B members in collaboration. A team of struggling new wetshavers worked...

C.O. Bigelow vs Proraso Green

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I tried the Proraso Green and the C.O. Bigelow (COB) shaving creams a first time two years ago when I gave DE shaving a go. I loved the scent but didn’t continue using either due to the menthol (which I fortunately no longer mind, to some extent). Along the way, I found out that Proraso made COB’s cream. It is often said COB is repackaged Proraso Green. Having re-discovered and liking Proraso, I bought a tube of the COB to see how they compare. Packaging — Proraso needs no introduction. To...
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Various restorations
Apr 15
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Have some time during the Easter holidays, so a few razors, cases and sets got an overhaul ranging from spring replacement to soldering. Almost Norfolk
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Beer of the Day - BOTD - 2022
Jan 01
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I’ll start this off. First beer of the year for me.
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The Big Tobacco Pipe Information Thread
Dec 09
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Your Tea Pot selections
Nov 19
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Hi fellas, my wife is a collector of tea pots, not obsessive, but she has a moderate selection. From Japanese ceramic and iron pots, to red clay Chinese pots, to the more decorative than functional pots. Thought I'd share a few in hopes that you guys could share some pics of your everyday or collector pieces. Love to see them!
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Favorite Books from your childhood.
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    Noble Otter Lonestar soap
    4.00 star(s)
    Scent is good, lather is good
    As a shave it's great, but as a daily shaver, it has a problem on my skin. After a couple days, my face develops a rash around the lips. It never...
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