SWMBO says, "Go ahead and order yourself a scuttle." I am the luckiest man alive.

[Shamejedi]

Soooo, TWBW has been working very hard at her new job and just didn't have time to buy me a birthday present. When she brought it up, I downplayed it completely because it really didn't bother me and I know what she's been going through since changing jobs. She felt bad though, and said, "I know you're into all this shaving stuff now...but I don't even know what you need or want for that whole thing." "Weeeelll..." I started, "I don't really need anything since I put those shelves up in the bathroom, but...." "What is it?" "Weeellll, you know how I've been using one of your favorite little soup crocks for lathering? There's this thing called a 'scuttle' that...". Her eyes glazed over, and in two minutes she said. "Sounds great--why don't you go ahead and order yourself one?"

SCORE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Now, which one? I've read up on the Big Three around here. Georgetown G5 for looks, Moss Texan for volume, Dirty Bird 1.5 for heat retention seems to be the general trend. So, assuming that my Mr. Coffee mugwarmer will handle any questions of heat retention, but I want the scuttle for the lathering ridges and brush placement in between lathering (preferably keeping the brush handle OUT of the lather), which one do you gentlemen prefer?

 

[Greyfox]

Moss

 

[talibeard]

Did you consider Schwarzweisskeramik? Not that I have one of those nor any other scuttle but they sure look good.

 

[Kentos]

Ever seen the schwarzweisskeramik scuttles? There is a reservoir up front for brush soaking and lather thinning...The only problem is he's in Germany so shipping is a little high so a small one is 100.00 or so shipped.

Barring that...dirtybird.

 

[talibeard]

The only problem is he's in Germany so shipping is a little high so a small one is 100.00 or so shipped.

I think Mama Bear carries them but I don't know what she charges.

 

[Kentos]

I don't think she does anymore.

Roberts feats of clay has a similar one, but not as refined looking. I have one of his and I'm happy.

 

[JimmyMac483]

SWMBO is getting me this one for Christmas!

http://www.themudplace.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=11&products_id=125

The price is right and I love the fact that they are all hand made!

 

[Price]

I've got a G5, and although I'm primarily a face lather guy now, when I do use it it is wonderful. I had a DB 1.5 at one point, and I just found it too big.

 

[TonyH]

I have a DB 1.5 and you'd have to kill me to get it.

 

[Arcadies]

Although it's not a choice on the list, I'd get a Robert Becker scuttle. They may not be as snazzy/perfect as a Moss/DB/GT, but they're much more reasonably priced and do just as good a job.

 

[bowlturner]

I use a Becker scuttle, and love it. But you cannot go wrong with any of the three on your list. Pick the color and style that reflects your taste.

 

[kg0mz]

I love my G5. Just the right size and solid. Nice looking, too.

 

[jsj_297]

I cant recomment Dirty bird scuttles enough, julie is great to work with and will customize it almost any way you can dream of. I had a 1.5 and it was amazing!!!!

 

[FonGu]

I own a G5 and love it. Use it everyday.

 

[maxman]

I have both a DB and G5.
I like the DB for it's heat retention, but it gets a little messy and it's a bit big.
The G5 whips up some awesome lather. I use it most often (when I use one. I'm a face latherer now) but it's lousy at keeping the heat.
My dad uses a Moss scuttle and says it's better than the G5 (he has one too).
If I did it all over again, I'd go Moss

 

[flycbyrd]

I have the DB 1.5 with spider web. Its very nice. Julie does an amazing job with these.

 

[Altair]

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/258396-Altair-s-New-Scuttle-First-Impressions-Made-in-UK?highlight=

 

[ThePatrician]

Dude I'm in Poland, and the shwarzwhatever scuttle would still be right around US$100 shipped! I'd go DB or Bonnyman. Probably DB, since my concern would be more heat retention. I wonder if Julie could do a raised badger face.........

 

[rockviper]

This is a trap. Do not nibble at that tasty tidbit which is dangling in front of you. The "offer" is really a test of how much control she has over you

When my wifey says "I think I'll buy a new sweater," I say "I give you permission, my love, to buy yourself a sweater." Needless to say, I always get a dirty look and the response "Pffft!! I don't need your permission. I'm working too, you know!" I love that woman

PS. I would not advise you to try my SWMBO's response on your wife. Apparently, these conversations are not bi-directional

 

[Kentos]

Dude I'm in Poland, and the shwarzwhatever scuttle would still be right around US$100 shipped! I'd go DB or Bonnyman. Probably DB, since my concern would be more heat retention. I wonder if Julie could do a raised badger face.........

Wow that's nuts! I still want one tho