Damn Comfortable Shave

[Tokyospike]

However, I've also read the opinions of gentlemen who vastly prefer the SR . . .

As may be, but I choose to be guided by you . . .

...and yet, they're both the same...

Yes, I have been pondering this as well. I’m just following along with your classifications. I am reminded why I have sequestered myself in the modern SE world . . . (and should probably go back & remain sequestered).

 

[Chan Eil Whiskers]

...and yet, they're both the same...

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A SR is an OT, but not all OTs are SR. Isn't that how you see it, Mike?

If they're all the same, I have a 1921 SR I'd like to swap for a nice DR.


Actually, this one (below) appeals to to me, too.

I'd have to get the teeth straighten out, but what the heck. Link. At least it would never need replating.

Speaking of shipping, check this out. (Warning, do not purchase):

The point is to notice the shipping. No returns. Link. Some people make thieves look good.

Happy shaves,

Jim

 

[Esox]

I am reminded why I have sequestered myself in the modern SE world . . . (and should probably go back & remain sequestered).

It wouldnt cost much to scratch that itch Spike. About the same as it would to try a...

Fatip.

A SR is an OT, but not all OTs are SR. Isn't that how you see it, Mike?

It is Jim, yeah. Although I think the only difference really is well....everything LOL. They break down differently, they have different handles, some Old Types may be thin caps, but thick are more common I think.

Do they shave differently? I think virtually any single specimen of either type might shave differently than another, but, I have yet to try a regular Old Type.

 

[Esox]

Actually, this one (below) appeals to to me, too.

That is nice. What is it?

 

[Esox]

Good ole Google...

 

[Chan Eil Whiskers]

That is nice. What is it?

There was a link with the picture. It's a Gillette. You have to find the link; sort of a treasure hunt. It is, let's say, very nice. You'll understand.

Speaking of which, the vendor of these items (below) claims to not know much about old razors.

There's a bunch of guys here who would welcome him.

 

[Chan Eil Whiskers]

Good ole Google...

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I did the same thing today, and found out the razor was a tape measure. I'm sure they're improving that algorithm.

 

[Esox]

There was a link with the picture. It's a Gillette. You have to find the link; sort of a treasure hunt. It is, let's say, very nice. You'll understand.

I see 2 links in the post, but both go to a $17 Tech that wont ship to Canada lol.

 

[Chan Eil Whiskers]

I see 2 links in the post, but both go to a $17 Tech that wont ship to Canada lol.

My bad. Link.

Warning: Do not buy this one (below).

Notice the shipping. Link. Some people make thieves look good.

Do not buy this razor (above). The point is to notice the scam.

Happy shaves,

Jim

 

[Esox]

My bad. Link.

Like I've said, I know what I like when I see it and I have expensive taste lol.

 

[Tokyospike]

It wouldnt cost much to scratch that itch Spike.

I know, Mike. It isn’t really the money - heck I bought 3 expensive stainless razors (though I did buy them all used, and sold two) - it’s the simplicity of my routine and the benefit to my technique of using the same kit. I’m not just joking about that. I like to learn about these things . . . I am a history guy, after all. But I have what I want for myself and would just be tripping over my own feet to go on searching anyway. I live vicariously through the BOSC crew and a few others.

 

[Yyragtoj]

I had to look up a random US zip code for that 2nd link.
Shipping to Pueblo, Colorado is $380.
I'm tempted to inquire about shipping to Portugal.

 

[Chan Eil Whiskers]

I had to look up a random US zip code for that 2nd link.
Shipping to Pueblo, Colorado is $380.
I'm tempted to inquire about shipping to Portugal.

Always watch out for shipping costs on eBay, but this is worst I've ever seen.

Imagine some poor soul buying it without considering the shipping; I'm sure that's the intent. Well, it's possible the vendor just made a mistake in the shipping, leaving out a decimal point, meaning $3.80, but somehow I doubt it.

There are plenty of $10 razors with $8 shipping. CONUS from within and to. To me, that's a bit deceptive sometimes, but $380 is a new low.

Happy shaves,

Jim

 

[Chan Eil Whiskers]

I know, Mike. It isn’t really the money - heck I bought 3 expensive stainless razors (though I did buy them all used, and sold two) - it’s the simplicity of my routine and the benefit to my technique of using the same kit. I’m not just joking about that. I like to learn about these things . . . I am a history guy, after all. But I have what I want for myself and would just be tripping over my own feet to go on searching anyway. I live vicariously through the BOSC crew and a few others.

 

[Tokyospike]

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I think I'm leading us down a dubious rabbit hole here, but that may be why I can declare as BOSC but couldn't get myself aligned with the CEC. Good folks, no shade on them, similar level of crazy, but as I have a history of addiction, there was always something about the word 'enablement' that just rubbed me the wrong way . . .

 

[Chan Eil Whiskers]

Thursday's shave was very good indeed.

Good kit. Been a while since I used this nice brush Yaqi imported from Outer Space.

 

[Chan Eil Whiskers]

These were acquired yesterday or the day before and are in transit. Ebay.

Bought for the cap and baseplate. The handle is broken I think.

Bought for the cap and baseplate, but the handle may be fine, too.

Hopefully I can assemble a second Old Type which shaves as good as the one used this morning. If so, I have the option of having an Old Type sent on a replating vacation, and still having a great DE razor to use.

The fat handle (replacement) from a donor Tech seems exactly right on this razor, and I have two or three of them.

Happy shaves,

Jim

 

[Chan Eil Whiskers]

I think I'm leading us down a dubious rabbit hole here, but that may be why I can declare as BOSC but couldn't get myself aligned with the CEC. Good folks, no shade on them, similar level of crazy, but as I have a history of addiction, there was always something about the word 'enablement' that just rubbed me the wrong way . . .

BOSC is a more inclusive asylum. Enablers, but not of just buying stuff to buy stuff.

That helps, right.

Happy shaves, even to crazy minimalists,

Jim

 

[Raven Koenes]

These were acquired yesterday or the day before and are in transit. Ebay.

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Bought for the cap and baseplate. The handle is broken I think.

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Bought for the cap and baseplate, but the handle may be fine, too.

Hopefully I can assemble a second Old Type which shaves as good as the one used this morning. If so, I have the option of having an Old Type sent on a replating vacation, and still having a great DE razor to use.

The fat handle (replacement) from a donor Tech seems exactly right on this razor, and I have two or three of them.

Happy shaves,

Jim

Is the handle broken or cracked? Would a little JB Weld fix the crack and keep it from splitting more? It would be nice to salvage the original handle if you could.

 

[Raven Koenes]

BOSC is a more inclusive asylum. Enablers, but not of just buying stuff to buy stuff.

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That helps, right.

Happy shaves, even to crazy minimalists,

Jim

I agree! Can someone send Tokyospike a Graham Field to try on a double dog dare?