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When I first started using Pre-Shave's I thought they might be overkill. I was expecting them to be a super lubricant. I now find them to be more of a conditioner for the whiskers and the skin. I use a pre-shave without exception these days.

Bay Rum isn't my first choice though I do use it. There is a product out there that is called Krampert's Finest Bay Rum. It's hand crafted and definitely worth a look if you haven't already.

I too have a Futur. Very nicely made but the head is a bit larger than I wish it were. I use a second razor (smaller) around my nose and upper lip when I use the Futur.
 
mjlinane said:
Is it possible to hijack my own thread? ;)

I know it would be hard for any AutopiaForums member to imagine, but I have been suffering from all of the ADs (Acquisition Disorders) associated with shaving: Razor (RAD), Shaving Brush (SBAD), Shaving Soap (SSAD), Blade (RBAD), etc. I have Muhle R89 & R41; Merkur 37c, 38c, 41c & Progress Long Handle; iKon OSS, Deluxe Open Comb & Standard; Above the Tie (all); Weber Polished Head; and Standard Razors Raw. (Waiting for the release of the new iKon Slants and AtT Colossus.) A couple of dozen brushes, tons of soap/cream, 1000+ blades, and on and on.... I've tried my hand at pre-shave oils, too.

Will say it turned a chore into something I look forward to every day.
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Let's just call you ihavearazor for the time being then ;)
 
So say you're comparing these razors to what I use (Gillette fusion), is it a similar jump in performance from something like an off the shelf turtle wax soap to optimum car wash? Is it truly that different?
 
More so. Closer to the difference between a Swirl-O-Matic and a car lovingly detailed by Todd.

Hope all is well, Roshan.
 
Good Men -
Thanks for all the great input and opinions on shaving !!!!

It IS one of the best parts of a day !

I have not (unfortunately for me) gotten into this as deeply as all of you have, but I have been wet shaving in a hot shower with pre-shave oil and soap and a brush for years and there is nothing better for a close, clean, shave that lasts longer than any other method for me..

Started out with Art of Shaving products (2001) when they were still owned by those nice people, before Procter and Gamble bought them and changed it up...
For example, they made an awesome product - Hydrating Toner Spray - Rose Water - made in Lebanon, that was soooo nice on my skin and the light scent of rose petals - just the best..

Then P&C came in, changed it around and now this product made in Morocco, is good, but not nearly as good as the original made in Lebanon...

Their pre-shave oil has been a great help for me, and I found it to totally make the shave closer, better, and with way less irritation... I have to have a hot shower - probably hotter than normal, to make this all work for me...

Learned as perhaps you all have, to shave my face without a mirror, just using my hands and feel, to figure out all the places and lucky for me, my beard is not rock-hard-heavy as it is for others...

Roshan - have missed reading your awesome work here - perhaps you have gotten really busy with school and all.. Hope and pray for you and yours.. Take good care !!!

Love this, gentlemen ! Thanks to you all !
Dan F
 
mjlinane said:
Moreso. Closer to the difference between a Swirl-O-Matic and a car lovingly detailed by Todd.

Hope all is well, Roshan.
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Mike, where do I start? Is there a shaving forum?

Thanks, everything has been going great! I hope all has been well for you too!

But more importantly, that Camaro looks like it should now, great job :)
 
Forums, FB Groups, YouTube channels... you name it. All very active, too. Seems to be the middle of a full fledged Renaissance/boom driving higher prices and shortages. The good part is there is a much greater selection - particularly from small, artisan makers - of truly outstanding products.

Badger & Blade is the primary forum I follow and The Big Shave the FB Group in which I participate.
 
Nice gloss on that 'mary. I would think that color would not gloss as well as it did. Great job.

OT: Let's see some more audio equipment. Let's see, you're an analog guy, so Audio Research? Conrad Johnson?
 
Thanks Ron and WaxAddict!

WaxAddict said:
OT: Let's see some more audio equipment. Let's see, you're an analog guy, so Audio Research? Conrad Johnson?
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Speakers drove the amplification choice.

Analog: SOTA Millenia TT / Clearaudio Linear / Clearaudio Titanium
Phono: Parasound JC3
Preamp: Parasound JC2
Amp: Krell KSA-100
Speakers: Apogee Duetta II

Do have a digital front end also - Benchmark DAC1 (highly modified) and various transports.

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I'll take more pics - without shaving gear next time. Maybe. ;)
 
Mike -
Thanks for starting up such a refreshing thread !!!
And you love great audio equipment !!!!
This is so great to know..
Next time I am in San Antonio, I will send you a PM...
I have a couple of nieces and their families who live in the Austin area - Im thinking around your neck of the woods...
Dan F
 
Stokdgs said:
Next time I am in San Antonio, I will send you a PM...
I have a couple of nieces and their families who live in the Austin area - Im thinking around your neck of the woods...
Dan F
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Any time, my friend. Would enjoy meeting in real life.
 
mjlinane said:
Amp: Krell KSA-100
Speakers: Apogee Duetta II
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:drool::drool::drool: :bow:bow:bow

DANG you are hard core! Just wish I had more time for that stuff. I mean, I have the time, just not the quiet and peaceful house! I'm down to an old Adcom 555 setup and my little B&W's.
 
In the words of Michael J. Fox from Family Ties: "I only know one speed - out of control."

I have tried, for many years, to restrain my audiophilia. The Parasound JCs replaced my Krell KRS-2 preamp last year and was so much of an improvement that replacing the aging power amp has been nagging at me. So far, I have successfully resisted.
 
mjlinane said:
In the words of Michael J. Fox from Family Ties: "I only know one speed - out of control."

I have tried, for many years, to restrain my audiophilia. The Parasound JCs replaced my Krell KRS-2 preamp last year and was so much of an improvement that replacing the aging power amp has been nagging at me. So far, I have successfully resisted.
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For me the only solution to be able to resist temptation on audio gear is to step off the technology train for a while. When I make a purchase I force myself to accpet what I have and be happy with it.

If I try to keep up on the latest and greatest I just end up spending big money. I know I'll get back on the train somewhere down the track but it isn't wise for me follow it closely on a weekly basis. I've found the same to be true of great hand tools, guns, reloading gear and a number of other expensive interests. The difference or problem with audio equipment is that it adds up so quickly ;)

It SOUNDS like you have some really nice equipment. :)
 
My best way has been to periodically switch hobbies. ;)

Seems I always return to the favorites though refreshed.
 
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