It's me...not you...
I (re)started wet-shaving a little over 2 years ago, and, based on discussions on B&B, one of my first purchases (other than razors, blades, soap and brush) was a bottle of Pinaud Clubman.
It was the consensus here that Clubman was a classic "old barbershop" scent, and a good aftershave splash. After using Skin Bracer pretty much exclusively for decades, Clubman was indeed a change!
It was quite a bit "heavier" than SB, and fairly long-lasting. I must admit I found it a bit eye-watering upon application...the scent really hit me. But -- in the name of keeping with the "roots" of wet-shaving, I persevered.
I will note that the LOTH gave Clubman a thumbs-down from the first use. She didn't like it on me...she said it reminded her of Jade East, of which she is not a fan. I remember Jade East from my youth, not unfondly. Now, I must note that I find her reviews of scents to be a tad unreliable...some days she hates a scent, and a few days later, "mmm...you smell good!" for the same scent. This happened on more than one occasion with Clubman. But, out of respect, I only used Clubman on days when she was not around, or would only be nearby later in the day, when Clubman had faded.
I recently splashed on some Clubman after a very pleasant shave, and...phew! I did not like it at all...seemed to me to have some over(under?)tones of bathroom cleaner or furniture wax.
In the 2+ years I've been wet-shaving, I've acquired an arsenal of AS splashes that I really like, with complex and excellent fragrances, and some with soothing healing ingredients. These include (in no particular order): Speick, Proraso Refresh, Fine American Blend, a couple of Bay Rums, Skin Bracer (of course), to name a few...and I'm currently working my way through 8 samples from Stirling (excellent!).
My conclusion is that I have so many really good AS splashes, I don't want to waste time/space on something that I have to really work at to try and like. (BTW...I had the same reaction/decision as regards Williams Mug Soap) Life is too short...
I know I will not change anyone's opinion of Clubman. I fully recognize that personal perceptions of scent/fragrance are highly subjective, and that Clubman has many fans here. In fact, I believe I may be in the distinct minority on this...I can't recall very many negative reviews here.
But...off to the back of the bottom drawer with the classic bottle (right next to the ZipLoc bag with the Williams Mug Soap). Now I have room for another bottle! Gotta go and shave...still trying to choose the best Stirling splash so I can fill that slot.
My $0.02...nobody asked...
I (re)started wet-shaving a little over 2 years ago, and, based on discussions on B&B, one of my first purchases (other than razors, blades, soap and brush) was a bottle of Pinaud Clubman.
It was the consensus here that Clubman was a classic "old barbershop" scent, and a good aftershave splash. After using Skin Bracer pretty much exclusively for decades, Clubman was indeed a change!
It was quite a bit "heavier" than SB, and fairly long-lasting. I must admit I found it a bit eye-watering upon application...the scent really hit me. But -- in the name of keeping with the "roots" of wet-shaving, I persevered.
I will note that the LOTH gave Clubman a thumbs-down from the first use. She didn't like it on me...she said it reminded her of Jade East, of which she is not a fan. I remember Jade East from my youth, not unfondly. Now, I must note that I find her reviews of scents to be a tad unreliable...some days she hates a scent, and a few days later, "mmm...you smell good!" for the same scent. This happened on more than one occasion with Clubman. But, out of respect, I only used Clubman on days when she was not around, or would only be nearby later in the day, when Clubman had faded.
I recently splashed on some Clubman after a very pleasant shave, and...phew! I did not like it at all...seemed to me to have some over(under?)tones of bathroom cleaner or furniture wax.
In the 2+ years I've been wet-shaving, I've acquired an arsenal of AS splashes that I really like, with complex and excellent fragrances, and some with soothing healing ingredients. These include (in no particular order): Speick, Proraso Refresh, Fine American Blend, a couple of Bay Rums, Skin Bracer (of course), to name a few...and I'm currently working my way through 8 samples from Stirling (excellent!).
My conclusion is that I have so many really good AS splashes, I don't want to waste time/space on something that I have to really work at to try and like. (BTW...I had the same reaction/decision as regards Williams Mug Soap) Life is too short...
I know I will not change anyone's opinion of Clubman. I fully recognize that personal perceptions of scent/fragrance are highly subjective, and that Clubman has many fans here. In fact, I believe I may be in the distinct minority on this...I can't recall very many negative reviews here.
But...off to the back of the bottom drawer with the classic bottle (right next to the ZipLoc bag with the Williams Mug Soap). Now I have room for another bottle! Gotta go and shave...still trying to choose the best Stirling splash so I can fill that slot.
My $0.02...nobody asked...
