Just about two months into DE shaving now and am really pleased with my progress and more importantly, the results = DFS, close to BBS most days.
I usually check the B&B daily to read what's going on. I always click on posts that have pics of shaving dens or equipment found at antique stores or flea markets. I've read a bunch of reviews on all the products available.
However, I think I'm immune to the majority of the "xxAD's".
I have one DE razor (EJ DE87) that I really like.
I have one brush and bowl (CVS branded Van der Hagen kit)
I bought a puck of Williams soap and have the soap that came from the CVS kit.
I have bought the following:
Blades
Arko
Col Conk Bay Rum
Thayer's witch hazel AS
Brush stand
I enjoyed trying different razor blades. So, it's possible I had a minor touch of RBAD. But, I like the Personnas (US) that came with the razor and I tried Wilkinson Sword (Wal-Mart) that were OK. Did not like the Gillette Bleu, really like the Timor. So, considering cost, I'll probably stick with the Personnas.
To be honest, I've pretty much given up on using soaps with the bowl & brush. The Barbasol works fine. I do keep practicing but have not mastered the technique. Perhaps the hard water or my own ineptitude.
So basically, I use one razor, I'll stick with one brand of blade and if I find a soap that works up a lather, I'll stay with that.
What's wrong with me?
How's this for a lame "den"?
I usually check the B&B daily to read what's going on. I always click on posts that have pics of shaving dens or equipment found at antique stores or flea markets. I've read a bunch of reviews on all the products available.
However, I think I'm immune to the majority of the "xxAD's".
I have one DE razor (EJ DE87) that I really like.
I have one brush and bowl (CVS branded Van der Hagen kit)
I bought a puck of Williams soap and have the soap that came from the CVS kit.
I have bought the following:
Blades
Arko
Col Conk Bay Rum
Thayer's witch hazel AS
Brush stand
I enjoyed trying different razor blades. So, it's possible I had a minor touch of RBAD. But, I like the Personnas (US) that came with the razor and I tried Wilkinson Sword (Wal-Mart) that were OK. Did not like the Gillette Bleu, really like the Timor. So, considering cost, I'll probably stick with the Personnas.
To be honest, I've pretty much given up on using soaps with the bowl & brush. The Barbasol works fine. I do keep practicing but have not mastered the technique. Perhaps the hard water or my own ineptitude.
So basically, I use one razor, I'll stick with one brand of blade and if I find a soap that works up a lather, I'll stay with that.
What's wrong with me?
How's this for a lame "den"?