Shaving Thread

[Sugar Ape]

You should deffo get one of these http://www.amazon.co.uk/Edwin-Jagger-Chrome-Plated-Handle-Double-Edge/dp/B003UV8LR0/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1383568101&sr=8-2&keywords=edwin+jagger+de89 they are a brilliant starter razor, real quality and it comes with 5 free blades for £20. Get the one in the link I've posted as well, that one comes with a lined handle, they do a version with a smooth handle which seems dangerous to me.

 

You should get a decent shaving cream and brush, this is the best cream I've found http://www.amazon.co.uk/Taylors-Street-Shaving-Cream-Sandalwood/dp/B0007MW2ZW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1383568246&sr=8-1&keywords=taylors+of+old+bond+street and any Badger brush should do such as this http://www.amazon.co.uk/Edwin-Jagger-Ivory-Coloured-Plastic-Shaving/dp/B003LW4NVG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1383568290&sr=8-2&keywords=badger+shaving+brush

 

I'd recommend watching these vids before you have a go. It's a bit nervy at first but once you get the hang of it you'll love it.

 

 

 

 

[Skidfingers McGonical]

The fact you need a YouTube video to show you how to shave says it all

 

Beards are for proper men who don't need instructing.

[Sugar Ape]

The fact you need a YouTube video to show you how to shave says it all

 

Beards are for proper men who don't need instructing.

 

Would you need instructions on how to fire a weapon of mass destruction? I think so. And that's what the double edged razor is. A monkey with a double edged razor would beat a bear with an electric beard trimmer every time.

 

You dirty hairy fucker.

[Skidfingers McGonical]

Would you need instructions on how to fire a weapon of mass destruction? I think so. And that's what the double edged razor is. A monkey with a double edged razor would beat a bear with an electric beard trimmer every time.

 

You dirty hairy fucker.

Never needed instructions to fire my massive weapon of destruction. Ever.

[Guest Numero Veinticinco]

Right, I'm going to buy it. At the moment, I've got my beard on. I feel manly, in a Mountain Men kind of way, but itchy and not particularly clean. I'll report back on my manliness after I've used it. 

[Ezekiel 25:17]

Sort of off  topic but I need to find a set of clippers to shave my head with that cut right to the grain, the ones I use just don't get close to it, I want it so it feels almost smooth, any ideas anyone ?? I'm having to shave it twice a week currently.

[Remmie]

Not sure where I stand on this beard versus shaving debate as I both have a beard and shave, as I have a goatee. A full beard is not an option for me due to patchy bum fluff and I do enjoy the shaving with the brush whilst maintaining an epic goat. 

 

Rapey, do you think it's worth having the shaving bowl? I just use my left hand to get the lather going as the video I watched made the point that as your hand isn't smooth it helps cause friction and get air into the lather.

[Sugar Ape]

I've never mixed it in my hand Rem, but I'll have a go next time and compare. I use the Muhle mug and get a good lather every time.

 

[Guest Numero Veinticinco]

Right, I've not really had time to buy one of these yet. Just about to pull the trigger, though. Before I do, what do you make of the Parker 99R butterfly? Also, which blades do I go for?

[Sugar Ape]

I don't like butterfly razors. I have visions of opening it when I'm shaving by accident. I'd still get that Edwin Jagger one, if you want a bit of a better one then go for a Merkur, but the Jagger will do you fine.

 

As for blades, my preference is for the Merkur, but the Derby ones are fine as well and cheaper. Some people recommend the Feather blades as they are the sharpest, but I cut myself every time I use them. Very unforgiving blades. The Derby ones that come with the Jagger will be more than enough to get you started, and then you're best getting a selection of blades to try as different facial hair suits different blades.

[Skidfingers McGonical]

[Guest Numero Veinticinco]

Right, cheers mate. That's that in the basket. Getting some Taylor of Old Bond Street, too. Just need to choose a brush and we're golden.

[PestiRed]

Agree, don't really trust butterfly blades to be long lasting and not sure that they get a great shaving angle: Jagger's are good or the Merkur 34c is a great razor.

 

Blades - I like the Gillette 7 o'clock or Personna but I'd recommend getting one of the selection packs for under a tenner so you can try out a few

 

Brush - this guy sells quality brushes for way under what they cost from the standard vendors as he treats it more as a hobby  http://newforestbrushes.blogspot.hu/

 

Cream - loads of good stuff out there but Body Shop Macca Root is unbelievably good for the price

[PestiRed]

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[Elmyn Noos]

I've been using a Mach 3 and supermarket brand shaving cream for years, but like others have said it pisses me off when I have to dig deep to buy replacement blades. This DE gear, brush and stuff sounds the bollocks and is going on my letter to santa.

[A_S]

So I am trying (with very moderate success) at growing a mo for Movember, raising funds and awareness for men's health. This is something we are doing at our cricket club to raise money for both the cause and the club, culminating in a big fundraising dress-up party (70's theme) at the club at the end of the month. This tash-off is one of the highlights of the year, a cracking social night and a shitload of money is raised annually.

 

Here's the issue. My wife's best friend has her wedding on the 23rd, one week before the fundraiser. Neither my wife nor her friend want me to have a mo for the wedding, so I suggested a compromise and said I'll keep my beard too until the wedding is done and then shave down to a mo only for the final week. This friend did a pile of work helping us for our wedding last year (outside of the usual bridesmaid shite, that is), so I feel obliged to not make a huge deal out of it. They were ok with this beard compromise, but then yesterday my wife said that her and her mate will match any funds I raise for a mo up until the date of the wedding, then I have to go clean shaven, thereby sacrificing my hard-earned mo for extra dollars.

 

So do I go the beard/mo compromise and keep my tash for the fundraiser or do I cave in but make some more $$ for the cause? Help needed, ta!

[Lee909]

Take the extra cash

[VladimirIlyich]

Take the extra cash

And spend it on Ho's.

[lifetime fan]

Never needed instructions to fire my massive weapon of destruction. Ever.

 

And now you've got the missus pregnant just to prove how awesome beards are.

[Skidfingers McGonical]

And now you've got the missus pregnant just to prove how awesome beards are.

Exactly. Having a beard defines having a brilliant working willy.

[Lee909]

Aristotle, Socrates, Karl Marx all had beards.Hitler,Mao, David Cameron don't.

 

Thats extensive research if ever I saw it

[Jairzinho]

Aristotle, Socrates, Karl Marx all had beards.Hitler,Mao, David Cameron don't.

 

Thats extensive research if ever I saw it

 

It's difficult to argue with this level of science. I've just had a shave and managed to accidentally snort some shaving foam.

 

It has to be a sign.

[Guest Numero Veinticinco]

 

I'm just saying...

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Sugar Ape]

I think you'll find Hitler wasn't clean shaven so you lot can have him, and yes Jairzinho, it probably is a sign. That you shouldn't be allowed access to sharp objects.

 

When you beardy fucks die this man will be waiting to greet you with open arms.

 

 

 

[Sugar Ape]

Great minds, NV.