I have aquired an Old Spice gift set. (I am so, so hyped over this it is embarrassing lol).
I thought i would talk to the forum about it. Sorry for the long OP.
It is a Shulton Gift set #3374. Consisting of:
(Very nice) gift box
Shaving mug with lid
Shaving soap puck
Aftershave.
Pictures:
According to OS Collectibles
And my set is 4 1/2 oz.
The set is 99% perfect except for one size of the box lid being split on the corner.
The mug is sealed with its original taping. The bottle is full. There are no marks or flaws at all that i can see.
I've had the "vintage buyers dilemma" with this since i received it. I didnt expect it to be so good. After much soul searching though I've convinced myself that whilst its lasted this long, it wont last for eternity and if it is to be used and enjoyed at all, it may as well be by me. If it lays untouched past my time, it would probably (tragically) be punted in the rubbish as old tat.
So I'm going to use it and enjoy it.
It really is a lovely, well made set. All parts of it have a touch of quality which put modern gift sets to shame.
I opened the mug and the tapes holding the lid on did not give much resistance . The remnants stuck to the mug and lid and were a bugger to remove properly lol.
The puck is in perfect condition. I love the detail moulded into the top of the puck. It is a nice touch.
The A/S bottle is in equally good shape. The Grey stopper is solid and in good condition. The A/S has not spoiled.
I took the leap and decided to use the set for a shave. After wrestling with my conscience in taking the plunge, i picked my OS shave day carefully. Best not to rush these things.
I removed the puck from the mug to see if it needed scrubbing first . I decided against it. The mug was sealed on purchase and the puck was in good condition. I've seen much worse on the forums. I'm struck at how big the puck is! It is going to last ages lol
For my shave, i went with something appropriate for the era and used my Gillette sportsman tech. (In equally amazing condition. These old things were built well huh).
As the puck is a hard soap, i did my usual trick of using a barely damp (synthetic) brush to load up on the puck before dipping in water and face lathering.
On loading, i was immediately struck that within the first few swishes of the (barely damp) brush on the puck, it was already trying to lather up. This is the only soap i've used where i have had to load and gather the lather from the get go before I've even dipped the brush!.
On the face, the soap bloomed immediately. Again, I'm used to working hard soaps a bit more to get the lather built. This Old spice was champing at the bit to get lathering. With very little effort (the least of all my soaps and with surprisingly little water ) the lather was done. It is a lovely soft and creamy lather. Very soothing and quite like my other vintage soaps (but better). On a par with MWF for the beautiful presentation is gives on your face.
The scent on this first shave has gone. I'm hopeful that as i work into the puck that it will return. As it was, the scent was clean and neutral.
Shave performance was excellent. It needs hydrating to bring out the (excellent) slickness. This soap has a very wide hydrating sweet spot. It is a doddle to lather up.
This soap is the most cushioning of all of the soaps i have used to date. It is amazing in that regard and it doesn't seem to get in the way of the shave like highly cushioning soaps can do. I was seriously impressed.
Slickness wise it is good on the shave and shines if you give it a good drink first. It also passes my residuals / touchups test in that a damp hand rubbed on the face after the pass provides enough slickness for touch ups.
Post shave performance is again, fantastic . My skin is left soft and supple without any greasiness. Very much like MWF.
I can see why this soap is revered by the shaving veterans. It must have been even better fresh out of the box. It is my best vintage soap and my Yardleys and Cussons are in themselves excellent. You should have no qualms buying this if you get an opportunity.
The A/S was also used post shave. I'm old enough to remember my elders using this and opening the bottle brought me right back to those days. I have smelled the latest OS. Whilst it is similar to the original, it lacks the depth and character of the original. This original A/S fragrance lept out of the bottle. A beautiful, deep and rich scent. Real Quality.
Wonderful and it has staying power, lasting long into the day.
To close up, for the ~£30 i paid for it, i think it is a bit of a bargain. I have a great soap a great A/S and a lovely mug (with lid!). I'm delighted lol.
I thought i would talk to the forum about it. Sorry for the long OP.
It is a Shulton Gift set #3374. Consisting of:
(Very nice) gift box
Shaving mug with lid
Shaving soap puck
Aftershave.
Pictures:
According to OS Collectibles
It is 60's vintage. I'm guessing its early 60's given that: puck sizes varies:
And my set is 4 1/2 oz.
The set is 99% perfect except for one size of the box lid being split on the corner.
The mug is sealed with its original taping. The bottle is full. There are no marks or flaws at all that i can see.
I've had the "vintage buyers dilemma" with this since i received it. I didnt expect it to be so good. After much soul searching though I've convinced myself that whilst its lasted this long, it wont last for eternity and if it is to be used and enjoyed at all, it may as well be by me. If it lays untouched past my time, it would probably (tragically) be punted in the rubbish as old tat.
So I'm going to use it and enjoy it.
It really is a lovely, well made set. All parts of it have a touch of quality which put modern gift sets to shame.
I opened the mug and the tapes holding the lid on did not give much resistance . The remnants stuck to the mug and lid and were a bugger to remove properly lol.
The puck is in perfect condition. I love the detail moulded into the top of the puck. It is a nice touch.
The A/S bottle is in equally good shape. The Grey stopper is solid and in good condition. The A/S has not spoiled.
I took the leap and decided to use the set for a shave. After wrestling with my conscience in taking the plunge, i picked my OS shave day carefully. Best not to rush these things.
I removed the puck from the mug to see if it needed scrubbing first . I decided against it. The mug was sealed on purchase and the puck was in good condition. I've seen much worse on the forums. I'm struck at how big the puck is! It is going to last ages lol
For my shave, i went with something appropriate for the era and used my Gillette sportsman tech. (In equally amazing condition. These old things were built well huh).
As the puck is a hard soap, i did my usual trick of using a barely damp (synthetic) brush to load up on the puck before dipping in water and face lathering.
On loading, i was immediately struck that within the first few swishes of the (barely damp) brush on the puck, it was already trying to lather up. This is the only soap i've used where i have had to load and gather the lather from the get go before I've even dipped the brush!.
On the face, the soap bloomed immediately. Again, I'm used to working hard soaps a bit more to get the lather built. This Old spice was champing at the bit to get lathering. With very little effort (the least of all my soaps and with surprisingly little water ) the lather was done. It is a lovely soft and creamy lather. Very soothing and quite like my other vintage soaps (but better). On a par with MWF for the beautiful presentation is gives on your face.
The scent on this first shave has gone. I'm hopeful that as i work into the puck that it will return. As it was, the scent was clean and neutral.
Shave performance was excellent. It needs hydrating to bring out the (excellent) slickness. This soap has a very wide hydrating sweet spot. It is a doddle to lather up.
This soap is the most cushioning of all of the soaps i have used to date. It is amazing in that regard and it doesn't seem to get in the way of the shave like highly cushioning soaps can do. I was seriously impressed.
Slickness wise it is good on the shave and shines if you give it a good drink first. It also passes my residuals / touchups test in that a damp hand rubbed on the face after the pass provides enough slickness for touch ups.
Post shave performance is again, fantastic . My skin is left soft and supple without any greasiness. Very much like MWF.
I can see why this soap is revered by the shaving veterans. It must have been even better fresh out of the box. It is my best vintage soap and my Yardleys and Cussons are in themselves excellent. You should have no qualms buying this if you get an opportunity.
The A/S was also used post shave. I'm old enough to remember my elders using this and opening the bottle brought me right back to those days. I have smelled the latest OS. Whilst it is similar to the original, it lacks the depth and character of the original. This original A/S fragrance lept out of the bottle. A beautiful, deep and rich scent. Real Quality.
Wonderful and it has staying power, lasting long into the day.
To close up, for the ~£30 i paid for it, i think it is a bit of a bargain. I have a great soap a great A/S and a lovely mug (with lid!). I'm delighted lol.
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