tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4593388140454867428.post6587127650977849736..comments2007-09-21T11:40:26.625-07:00Willhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01173316804999411413noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4593388140454867428.post-72181770779412797412007-09-21T11:40:00.000-07:002007-09-21T11:40:00.000-07:00

I['m afraid my life is too hectic for me to commit to a month of daily wet shaving these days but I will try a DE again - it's been many years - and report back.

Willhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01173316804999411413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4593388140454867428.post-79233230825368478522007-09-21T08:49:00.000-07:002007-09-21T08:49:00.000-07:00

What rot said!!In selecting blades, I was very please with the Expandeded Sampler Pack from www.westcoastshaving.com for trying out different blades. It's amazing how dramatic an effect a different blade will have on your shave and how the face of each gentleman reacts differently to each blade.Here is the link to what is, IMHO, one of the best introduction to west shaving posts on badger and

Nungesserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04004307025218440942noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4593388140454867428.post-51782652391030789162007-09-20T20:49:00.000-07:002007-09-20T20:49:00.000-07:00

Yes, check out badgerandblade.com for lots of information about wet shaving.I would also recommend that you investigate a DE razor--and also Taylor's soaps and creams.

Directorialhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18087939736913092880noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4593388140454867428.post-86327009288822664252007-09-19T10:44:00.000-07:002007-09-19T10:44:00.000-07:00

Hello Will,Mr. Nungesser is right, wet shaving with a DE is an addictive experience. Once you master the different techniques, the resulting shave is incredibly close. I use the multi-blade razors only in "emergency" situations when I don't have time to do proper job of it. The web sites and the YouTube video are excellent for more information. Ordering quality blades for the DE is very easy

ROThttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09951907004091808223noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4593388140454867428.post-22147846254793454832007-09-19T09:23:00.000-07:002007-09-19T09:23:00.000-07:00

Be careful Will, a devotion to fine traditional wetstaving is likely to join your devotion to fine traditional attire. Luckily, IMHO, each compliments the other!

Nungesserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04004307025218440942noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4593388140454867428.post-39596330410965332182007-09-19T06:45:00.000-07:002007-09-19T06:45:00.000-07:00

Thanks for the feedback Nungesser. One of the things I love about this work is how I get to learn more about the things I'm covering. I'll check out the places you suggest.

Willhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01173316804999411413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4593388140454867428.post-36315027052052530312007-09-18T21:04:00.000-07:002007-09-18T21:04:00.000-07:00

Will, I usually agree with your posts, but I have to dissent on some of your shaving suggestions:1. Mach III - multi-blade razors mean blades going over the skin with insufficient lubrication. I urge you to consider switching to the traditonal double edged safety razor or a str8 razor. Seems more consistent with your sartorial prclivities too.2. Shave only with the grain, with a DE or str8 you

Nungesserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04004307025218440942noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4593388140454867428.post-69000369903412999522007-09-18T17:58:00.000-07:002007-09-18T17:58:00.000-07:00

No rings, and I've been using both balm and moisturizer for a long time.

Willhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01173316804999411413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4593388140454867428.post-35779031837156148442007-09-18T17:38:00.000-07:002007-09-18T17:38:00.000-07:00

Does you "alcohol-free balm or moisturizing gel" ever leave a residue on your shirt? In other words, does moisturizer contribute to "ring around the collar?"

Asa Bakerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07411206636022168612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4593388140454867428.post-4617419554366964402007-09-18T14:26:00.000-07:002007-09-18T14:26:00.000-07:00

I freely admit that I got the idea from his autobiography. I believe he had the same Saturday preference, but I'd have to check the book to be certain.

Willhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01173316804999411413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4593388140454867428.post-91710652777258453902007-09-18T13:08:00.000-07:002007-09-18T13:08:00.000-07:00

The Duke of Windsor used an electric razor in the morning and enjoyed a wet shave before dressing for dinner.

Hankhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15070675331345005926noreply@blogger.com