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Wet Shaving Talk For 14 April 2025 04/16/2025

Wet Shaving Talk For 14 April 2025 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is April 14th, 2025. ____________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Watches and Wonders ( Not Wet Shaving but What a Show) New Razor From Supply What To Avoid When Purchasing a Vintage Razor Personna Lab Blue/Accuforge Blades: The Last Made in USA Double Edge Blade Fine Accoutrements: Big Price Increase Starting Today Paradigm: New Razor: The Copper Diamondback ____________________________________________________________________________ New Razor From Supply: The Single Edge Max New razor from Supply is here and priced at $79. New design to increase efficiency, and make shaving more fun. Best of luck to Supply with the new razor! ____________________________________________________________________________ What to Avoid When Purchasing a Vintage Razor The top things to avoid: Rust: If you see rust, there’s a good chance it will cost you a pretty penny to get right. Cracks in the blade/chips (straight razors0 Brassing ( plating loss) In operable functions (such as Twist to Open) Bent/Missing pieces Excessive hone wear ( straight razors) ____________________________________________________________________________ Personna Lab Blues/Accuforge: Last of the Made in USA DE Blades Recent name change for a long standing high performing blade. New name, same stuff. I’ll tell you why I love these blades ____________________________________________________________________________ Fine Accoutrements Big Price Increase Large price increases for a well known artisan. What does this mean for the industry? Will others follow? Should we stock up now? I’ll tell you my thoughts. ____________________________________________________________________________ Paradigm: New Razor: The Copper Diamondback 100% Pure Copper: Paradigm has released it’s latest razor and is available now. Limited to one run. ____________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Don’t forget to check out my book “ available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and at Pasteur's Pharmacy in NYC. If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 4/28/25 /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/36196675

Wet Shaving Talk For 24 March 2025 03/26/2025

Wet Shaving Talk For 24 March 2025 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is March 24th, 2025. ____________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: 10 Years Since Big Shave West! Is EBAY no Longer Relevant? What Happened To Clubman and Why Does No One Talk About them Anymore? Horse Hair Brushes: Why are they Good? ____________________________________________________________________________ 10 Years Since The Big Shave West Has it been 10 years since the First Big Shave West? It has…. The Big Shave West, once one of the largest wet shaving events, was founded 10 years ago. Bringing wet shavers together for several years, The Big Shave West was held at the Old Town Shaving Company in Pasadena California. It was a huge event and a lot of fun. I’ll tell you my experience with it. ____________________________________________________________________________ Is Ebay No Longer Relevant Ebay was the only place in two if you were looking for shave gear, but with Amazon’s vast power and Etsy more affordable fees, is Ebay still relevant to the modern wet shaver? I’ll tell you my thoughts. ____________________________________________________________________________ What Happened to Clubman & Why doesn’t Anyone talk about them Anymore Still readily available, I hardly hear of Clubman anymore. Why is that? Is it due to concerns about health and talc powder? I’ll tell you my thoughts ____________________________________________________________________________ Horse Hair Brushes and Why They’re Good Horse hair brushes are nothing new, but you rarely hear about them. As a sustainable way to get natural hair ( they just comb the horse’s tail) these brushes offer similar performance to a higher end boar knot or a lower end mixed badger. A perfect way to get a natural hair brush, with no fear of harming the animal. ____________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Don’t forget to check out my book “ available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and at Pasteur's Pharmacy in NYC. If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 4/7/25 /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/35872605

Wet Shaving Talk For 10 March 2025 03/10/2025

Wet Shaving Talk For 10 March 2025 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is March 10th, 2025. ____________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Ordered a Gold Dollar 66 for the 2025 Gold Dollar Mod Contest at Badger and Blade Razor Emporium acquires Yates Razors Williams Shave Soap for $50… Is it Worth It? Update on Tariffs for Canada and How it Will Affect Your Shave ____________________________________________________________________________ Gold Dollar Razor for the Contest I’m going to enter the annual Badger and Blade Gold Dollar Mod Contest for 2025. You may have heard in previous episodes that I created a custom Gold Dollar back in 2014. I never entered but I did enjoy making one. I just purchased a Gold Dollar 66 and will begin to modify it when the contest starts in May. Watch my progress on my blog. ____________________________________________________________________________ Razor Emporium Acquires Yates Shaving Announced at the Annual Meet Up at RE will acquire Yates Razors and produce them onsite. A very exciting announcement to say the least. RE started as a small razor repair service and is now covering all aspects of wet shaving. Good luck Matt and Team! ____________________________________________________________________________ Williams Soap for $50? Is it worth it?? The now discontinued Williams Shave Mug Soap is fetching a pretty penny. Is it worth $50? If wet shaving is now more popular that it has been then why are we seeing vendors close? I’ll tell you my thoughts. ____________________________________________________________________________ Updates on Tariffs from Canada As of this writing it looks like items under $800 will not be affected by the tariffs. That means most wet shaving products will not be affected. ____________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Don’t forget to check out my book “ available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and at Pasteur's Pharmacy in NYC. If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 3/24/25 /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/35617670

Wet Shaving Talk For 12 February 2025 02/13/2025

Wet Shaving Talk For 12 February 2025 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is February 10th, 2025. ____________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Honing Some Razors this Past Week I was asked “Why do I Wet Shave” Karve Shaving Currently Not Accepting US Orders (Temporarily) Leaf Shaving Has A New Brush and Shaving Bowl Received a new Synthetic Brush from AOS Thoughts and Prayers for Rudy from Rudy Vey ____________________________________________________________________________ Why Do I Wet Shave? Last week I was asked by a friend “Why do I Wet Shave” Well…… it’s a long story. I’ll tell you my response. ____________________________________________________________________________ Karve Shaving Not Taking US Orders (Temporarily) Karve has announced they will not be taking new US orders due to the recent tariff situation. All existing orders will be fulfilled. As of now, no other vendor from Canada has announced any changes. ____________________________________________________________________________ Leaf Shaving New Brush and Shaving Bowl I love the design of this new brush and bowl from Leaf. I’ll tell you my thoughts. ____________________________________________________________________________ Received New Brush from AOS I received the new AOS Synthetic brush in a shaving kit for Christmas. I was very disappointed. As a fan of AOS products for over 10 years, I feel their product selection and quality has changed significantly. I’ll tell you my thoughts. ____________________________________________________________________________ Thought and Prayers for Rudy of RudyVey Rudy from RudyVey Shaving and Pens, had a minor stroke over the holiday season. As one of the first custom shave brush makers in modern wet shaving, Rudy has been making brushes for over 13 years. Our thoughts and prayers go out to him and his family! ____________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Don’t forget to check out my book “ available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and at Pasteur's Pharmacy in NYC. If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 2/24/25 /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/35273410

Wet Shaving Talk For 27 January 2025 01/27/2025

Wet Shaving Talk For 27 January 2025 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is January 27th, 2025. ____________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Maggard’s Meet-Up Announced Amazon and What it’s Done for wet Shaving Razor Emporium Meet-Up Announced The Rockwell 6s Golden Anniversary Razor Salute to Mitchell”s Wool Fat Closing Indefinitely WR4 Razor Head from Wolfman Injector Style ____________________________________________________________________________ Maggard’s Meet-Up Announced One of the biggest meet-ups of the year for Wet Shaving has been announced. Maggards will be hosting a meet-up in their historic building this April. I am working with my schedule and will hopefully get to go this year. I’ll post an update in the next few weeks. ____________________________________________________________________________ Amazon, and What it’s Done for Wet Shaving For those of you relatively new to wet shaving, there was a time when Amazon did not carry much wet shaving gear. Today there are thousands of items available, from main brands to artisans alike. ____________________________________________________________________________ Razor Emporium’s Meet-Up Announced Just announced, Razor Emporium will be hosting their annual meet-up in less than a month. There will be a Yates CNC demo! ____________________________________________________________________________ Rockwell 6s in 24 Karat Gold Plating Celebrating their 10 year Anniversary with a Special Razor. Limited to just 500 pieces, this razor is 24 karat gold plated and costs $225. Rockwell 6s was a razor produced by two college students who have since stood the test of time and are now celebrating 10 years! Congrats Guys!! ____________________________________________________________________________ Salute to Michell’s Wool Fat. Closed Indefinitely It has been confirmed, Mitchell’s Wool Fat is no longer in production. There are several vendors out there that still have stock. (I just picked one up over the weekend). ____________________________________________________________________________ WR4 Injector Razor Head by Wolfman Although not new, but not old either. Wolfman’s latest design has been getting decent reviews online. Wolfman Razors have recently become more obtainable, with some reporting that wait times are less than 30 days. ____________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Don’t forget to check out my book “ available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and at Pasteur's Pharmacy in NYC. If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 2/10/25 /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/35034095

Wet Shaving Talk For 13 January 2025 01/13/2025

Wet Shaving Talk For 13 January 2025 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is January 13th, 2025. ____________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Wet Shaving New Year Resolutions Condolences to Barrister and Mann The Last of Personna branded Gem SE Blades Supply’s Disposable SE Razor Special Offer from Castle Forbes for Sharpologist for the Month Market Saturation for Artisans? ____________________________________________________________________________ Wet Shaving Resolutions What way to start off the new year then with some Wet Shaving Resolutions. Whether you're going all in or holding back, it’s always fun to set up some wet shaving goals. Here are mine: Try at least 5 new artisans that I have never tried before Try some new homage scents from artisans. Use a straight razor at least 50% of the time ____________________________________________________________________________ Condolences for Barrister and Mann Recently I was made aware of Will from Barrister and Mann’s father passing away suddenly. My condolences to him, his mother and entire family. I understand how hard it must be, and only wish the best for his family ____________________________________________________________________________ The Last of Personna branded Gem SE Blades Hard to believe this is true, but Bullgosse shaving just found these hidden away. The new blades are now called Accu Tech Pro. A few vendors still have them in stock so get them while you can! ____________________________________________________________________________ Supply’s Disposable SE Razor I thought these were pretty cool. A 5 pack costs $15, and even though SE blades are cheaper ($1 each or less) this is still a cool concept. I’ll tell you my thoughts. ____________________________________________________________________________ Special Offer From Castle Forbes for Sharpologist Castle Forbes is offering a 20% discount to products purchased from their website, with discount code mantic20 . It's valid from 10 January to 10 February. ____________________________________________________________________________ Market Saturation for Artisans? Saw this on a thread at a major forum. Are there just too many artisans making software? Too many of the same ideas? I’ll tell you my thoughts. ____________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Don’t forget to check out my book “ available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and at Pasteur's Pharmacy in NYC. If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 1/27/25 /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/34837035

Wet Shaving Talk 2025 Year End 01/01/2025

Wet Shaving Talk 2025 Year End You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is December 30th, 2024. ____________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Year In Review Happy New Year! What’s In-Store for 2025 ____________________________________________________________________________ Year in Review 1/15/24: The Modern Guide to Straight Razor Shaving out on Kindle Shavemac Discontinued the Custom Shave Brush Option. Proof Razors, SE with a ½ DE Blade Maintaining a clean beard 2/12/24: Going down the rabbit hole in terms of collecting Pear Flexi Razor ( Rex Ambassador clone) Leap Year Restraints over at B&B AOS closing the last Brick & Mortar store in Florida 3/11/24 Meet-up at Maggards One Month with a Hart Steel Straight Razor “How Failure Can Lead to Success” Interesting Article on Sharpologist Superior Cuts 3-D Printed Razor. Is this the Future? St Patrick’s Day is Next Week . Get your Green On 4/8/24 Happy Eclipse Day!! Bottom Dial Gillette Selling for over $2200! New Bench Strops from Amazon Paladin Brushes Slowing Down the Pace Cleaning Your Shaving Brushes… Do You Need to Do it? One Month With Tabac Challenge! (For Me) 4/22/24 Barn Find Gillette Bottom Dial Email: Are Simpson Brushes Worth It May Is Dedication to Single Edge Razors Month A Month with Tabac comes to an End 5/8/24 May Is Single Edge Razor Month !! How it Started: The First SE Razor Lather Catcher Shovel Heads. How you can use them Not All Blades are Created Equal. How to Choose the Right Blades Gillette Double Ring ebay NOS May Is Dedication to Single Edge Safety Razors 5/24/24 May Is Single Edge Razor Month !! Auto Strop Razors and How They Work Injector Razors: Schick was a Major Competitor Modern Artist Club Style Razors May Is Dedication to Single Edge Safety Razors 6/10/24 Happy Father’s Day Single Edge Month Finale! Modern SE Razors OneBlade Modern SE Razors Father’s Day Gift Guide 6/24/24 New Stuff From Wiborg Shaving TI Glide Single Edge Razor Old Soaps Worth Trying Now is the time to Purchase on Ebay 7/22/24 Return of the Sabre from Blackland What Are “Frankenrazors”? Trying Gillette Foamy with a Straight Razor? Gillette Still Sends out a Free Razor on Your 18th Birthday 8/5/24 Been Using a Boar Brush New Double Edge Blades from Razor Emporium Oliworks Hand Built Razors WoolBlades Straight Razors 8/19/24 Rare Gillette in Big Auction (Techmatic) One Stone Honing the trusty Dovo Brand New release from Barrister and Mann for Fall 2024! Fall Season is Coming 10/28/24 Plant Based Synthetic Brush 9/4/24 Fall is in the Air Top Pumpkin Spice Scents New Article (Are Vintage Straight Razors Worth Restoring?) Alum Block More uses than you might think! Fall Season is Coming 10/28/24 9/23/24 Best Shave Soaps under $10 Article Modern Guide To Wet Shaving Now Available at Pastuer’s Pharmacy!! Murray Carter is Shutting Down His Ecommerce site Darkfall is Back 10/28/24 Fall Seasonal Special 11/11/24 Fall Seasonal Special Recap One Blade Safety Razor Blades Finally An Alternative to the Feather FHS-10 Blades Traveling With Your Wet Shaving Gear for the Holidays Rocnel Sailor 2024 is Announced! Year in Review Episode will be 12/30/24. 12/9/24 Trip to Pasteur’s in NYC Holidays are here Choosing the right Gift! Traveling With Your Wet Shaving Gear for the Holidays Vintage Wet Shaving Ads ____________________________________________________________________________ What’s In-Store for 2025 2025 is upon us. I have a few plans for this upcoming year for the cast. More consistent schedule. Announcing in advance if there is a schedule change. Dedication Episodes to Vintage and Modern Gear (This proved to be popular over the past two years) Product Reviews 10 Year Podcast Anniversary! Yes it all started in 2015! Thank you all for the support and I look forward to delivering content in 2025! ____________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Don’t forget to check out my book “ available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and at Pasteur's Pharmacy in NYC. If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 1/13/25 /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/34658015

Wet Shaving Talk For 9 December 2024 12/11/2024

Wet Shaving Talk For 9 December 2024 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is December 9th, 2024. ____________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Trip to Pasteur’s in NYC Holidays are here Choosing the right Gift! Traveling With Your Wet Shaving Gear for the Holidays Vintage Wet Shaving Ads Year in Review Episode will be 12/30/24. ____________________________________________________________________________ Trip To Pasteur’s This past Friday I was in NYC and visited Pasteur’s on 34th street. Despite the cold (31 degrees) we were able to visit and see all the great stuff! I’ll tell you all about it! (I signed some books) ____________________________________________________________________________ The Holidays are Here!! How to Choose the Right Gift!! Choosing the right wet shaving gift can be a hard task. Every holiday, I like to discuss some best practices when it comes to purchasing the right gift. Here are some tips to help make your gift memorable. Ask tons of questions: Ask that special someone what they like. Be sure to include what brands and items they like. Look at the stuff they are currently using. Check out what they already have. If you see some similarities, same brand or the same scent, then chances are they would like it. Ask their friends. If you see your significant other is in a particular group or you know one of his/her friends, then contact them. Give extra time for shipping. Majny wet shaving products are not available on Amazon, so make sure you purchase these items with more than enough time. Make sure you don’t make these mistakes: Don’t assume. If you see your significant other has safety razors, avoid getting him a straight razor. Or if they like straight razors, make sure you get a good well-known brand. Try to avoid vintage stuff. Avoid products seen in value stores (such as Marshals) ____________________________________________________________________________ Traveling with Your Wet Shaving Gear for The Holidays With holiday travel upo in record numbers over the past year, it’s safe to say, many of you will be traveling over the next two months. I know I’ve discussed traveling with wet shaving gear in the past but felt this is a good time to go over it again. -Don’t bring anything you can’t live without. -Don’t put blades or straight razors in carry-on luggage. -Bring a synthetic brush -Build a good DOP kit. Invest in a good bag. -Mention wet shaving to relatives. You never know, you may get to use a family heirloom. ____________________________________________________________________________ Vintage Holiday Ads I just love holiday wet shaving ads! Q4 as discussed prior was a big part of wet shaving back in the day. I can just see so many guys getting new razors for the holidays! For that reason, most vendors did a good amount of advertising during this time. Check out I wrote a few years ago and take a look at some of my favorite Ads! ____________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Don’t forget to check out my book “ available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and at Pasteur's Pharmacy in NYC. If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 12/30/24 Due to my work schedule I will be skipping the week of Thanksgiving returning the week of 12/9/24. Final show of 2024 will be 12/30/24 for the “Year in Review Special” I apologize guys in advance. /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/34349985

Wet Shaving Talk For 11 November 2024 11/14/2024

Wet Shaving Talk For 11 November 2024 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is November 11, 2024. ____________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Fall Seasonal Special Recap One Blade Safety Razor Blades Finally An Alternative to the Feather FHS-10 Blades Traveling With Your Wet Shaving Gear for the Holidays Rocnel Sailor 2024 is Announced! Year in Review Episode will be 12/30/24. ____________________________________________________________________________ Fall Seasonal Special Recap This year was the most successful year to date. I received positive feedback from the “Hall of Fame Segment” and several listeners asked if I could enhance it for next year. Looking forward to next year! ____________________________________________________________________________ New Blades from Oneblade New Blades from Oneblade are now available. It’s nice to have an alternative to the Feather FHS-10 blades that are the only blades that would fit this razor (without modifications). I’m a fan of the Oneblade and will be picking up a few packs soon. ____________________________________________________________________________ Traveling with Your Wet Shaving Gear for The Holidays With holiday travel upo in record numbers over the past year, it’s safe to say, many of you will be traveling over the next two months. I know I’ve discussed traveling with wet shaving gear in the past but felt this is a good time to go over it again. -Don’t bring anything you can’t live without. -Don’t put blades or straight razors in carry-on luggage. -Bring a synthetic brush -Build a good DOP kit. Invest in a good bag. -Mention wet shaving to relatives. You never know, you may get to use a family heirloom. ____________________________________________________________________________ Rocnel Sailor 2024 is Here! The Rocnel Sailor is a limited edition safety razor that is released every year. It’s a collaboration between Rocnel and Barbados razors and has been released with new models every year since 2007. This was the first cnc machined adjustable razor on the market and is still a key player after 17 years of production. There’s also a titanium adjustable being released as well. ____________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Don’t forget to check out my book “ available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and at Pasteur's Pharmacy in NYC. If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 12/9/24 Due to my work schedule I will be skipping the week of Thanksgiving returning the week of 12/9/24. Final show of 2024 will be 12/30/24 for the “Year in Review Special” I apologize guys in advance. /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/33903002

Wet Shaving Talk 2024 Fall Special 10/30/2024

Wet Shaving Talk 2024 Fall Special You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is October 28th, 2024. Today on the Show: FALL SEASONAL SPECIAL 2024!!! ___________________________________________________________________________ The Fall Seasonal Special Hall Of Fame Brand new for 2024! The Fall Seasonal Hall of Fame! These items are no longer in production and have been either retired or the company is no longer in business, or just plain cool. We start our special with items that have come and gone and proved to be very popular amongst wet shavers. ____________________________________________________________________________ The Holy Black Tell-Tale Heart Series Soap/AS/EDP: Dragonsblood imparts a familiar powdery incense note and dominates the initial exposure to the scent. Oud(agar/aloeswood) brings a dark, almost dank feeling to the overall fragrance here as subtler notes of teak, cedar and sandalwood balance out the wood accord. Almost strangely floral, this fragrance cannot be truly appreciated until it has a chance to interact with your body chemistry. Jeckyll and Hyde Box Set Jeckyll and Hyde, when mixed in your own preferred ratios, allows you to create a complex fragrance customizable to your own body chemistry that embodies the light and dark side of these similar profiles. This set includes two 8.5oz aftershave splashes, two 50ml Eau De Toilette fragrances, and one Shaving soap with both Jeckyll and Hyde that can be used together, or separately. We also have a couple of other surprises in store for you that we think will be worth the wait. Black Magic Talking Board Set The newest fragrance in our line up, and perfect for the Autumn season, Black Magic is a Tobacco forward fragrance with notes of Fresh Tobacco, Tobacco Absolute, Tonka Absolute, Madagascar Vanilla, Bourbon, Oak, Cacao, Espresso, Dried Fruit and Spices. Vampire Hunter Set :Just when you thought there were no more surprises in store for 2020- Vampires! The undead walk the earth and you must do your duty to keep them at bay. With the return of Vampires looming, we bring you this 20 piece Vampire Hunting Kit. Painstakingly made here at the Holy Black for all your Vampire killing needs, there are only a few available, and somehow, these look even better in person. These come complete with dust and cobwebs and are right at home amongst antiques in an old victorian mansion. We are super proud of this one and it's been an idea that we never had the means to pull off in a way that would do it justice. Seven Deadly Sins:Thought to have been made in late 1500s Italy and found under the ruins of a burned out church, this seven day box set of shaving soaps is rumored to have mystical properties. The original paper label on the lid is charred but still legible and when you slide it back and remove the shredded aspen wood substrate you will find an 8oz wax sealed glass bottle and 7 ceramic dishes, still safe inside in their original paper wrappers, miraculously untouched by flame. The Aftershave and Shaving Soaps have survived wonderfully. If you are able to obtain this set, be cautious, there have been strange happenings here. The Alchemist Set:With the Alchemist box set, you're not just crafting a fragrance; you're weaving stories, emotions, and a dash of ancient magic into every drop. Whether you're a fragrance aficionado, a lover of tales, or someone seeking a unique olfactory journey, this collection promises an experience that's as enchanting as the legend of Alastair himself. ____________________________________________________________________________ DR Jon’s Blood Oath Soap/AS & More: For those not familiar with Blood Oath, the fear of bad omens once would circulate and sweep through the superstitious bellies of ancient towns when unexplained moments of failed crop harvests or even morning milk soured by noon. These omens were not to be taken lightly. (Closed in 2022) ____________________________________________________________________________ Barrister and Mann Lyssa: Soap/AS and Vampire Kit: Barrister and Mann is proud to announce our collaboration with local research laboratories to bring you the world’s first fully functional zombie repellant. After careful study and experimentation upon captured zombies from a local reanimation (known in the annals of history as “The Templeton Cemetery Incident”), these labs have developed an aroma-based agent to keep the undead at bay. Christened “Lyssa” by its creators, and conveniently packaged in a shaving soap, aftershave, and eau de parfum, this special blend will keep you safe from even the most relentless walkers. Hallows: Soap/AS/EDP & More:Scent Profile: Taking inspiration from the swamps of Boston, we combined vetiver, oakmoss, black pepper, cocoa, labdanum, and cedar to produce a deep, cold scent suited to the chilly, bitter days of late October. (One of the top scents of all time) ____________________________________________________________________________ Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Clown Fruit: Soap, AS & More, Artemisia (Wormwood), Hungarian Oak, Elderflower, Absinthe, Neroli, Amyris, Elderberry, Burnt Sugar, Tobacco Absolute, & FEAR Absolute. ____________________________________________________________________________ Let’s Get on With The Show ____________________________________________________________________________ The Holy Black Memento Mori- Remember, you must die. This box set creates an environment that ensures you stay in that Memento Mori mindset. All of your senses are there to remind you to live in the now. Your most powerful sense, your sense of smell, is the main focus here, a 30ml bottle of a powerful fragrance is within the earthenware vessel. Inhale fresh earth, the cypress trees in the cemetary in the crisp air of October, almost taste the ripe fruit, smell the imperial roses, corps iris, and even the lingering scent of fresh cement to remind you that your life on earth is fleeting. Far from macabre, Memento Mori is the celebration of life, a reminder to live every day to its fullest. ____________________________________________________________________________Black Ship Grooming Crane: Cream and AS: New for 2024 No scent profile given??? ____________________________________________________________________________ Southern Witchcraft Autumn Ash: Soap and AS, The quintessential Fall fragrance. Dark and resinous, this accord is spicy, dirty, smokey, sweet and and perfectly captures the scent of damp Autumn air.Scent notes: Maple, spice, smoke, amber, cedar, oud, rain, plum, blackberry, ash, birch tar, pumpkin, coffee, dirt, mildew Samhain: Soap and AS, Samhain is a Gaelic festival marking the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter or the “darker half” of the year. This holiday was the inspiration for our fragrance.Notes: bourbon, tobacco, pumpkin, sandalwood, nutmeg, oud, incense, amber, vanilla, hazelnut, charred wood, musk Tres Matres: Soap and AS, A tribute to the classic horror franchise “Suspiria”. A floral accord on a petrichor base with citrus top notes.Scent notes: Amber, Oakmoss, Damp Earth, Rosewood, Lavender, Almond, Calla lily, Cotton, Aldehydes, Grapefruit, Ginger, Ambergris, Ozone, Peach ____________________________________________________________________________ Stirling Soap Hot Apple Cider Soap, AS & More Apples, cinnamon, and clove make for a perfect shave as the weather turns cool and the trees turn. Autumn Glory Soap, AS & More A difficult aroma to put into words. Imagine walking through the damp woods on a brisk fall morning with the falling leaves in all their autumn glory. Pumpkin Spice Soap, AS & More **Our Pumpkin Spice fragrance is back to being the spicy version from 2014. Last year was more of a maple/syrup-y scent. Due to customer feedback, we have brought back the previous fragrance which has a heaping dose of spice. ____________________________________________________________________________ Declaration Grooming Dark Fall Soap and AS: Darkfall is a spicy oriental designed to capture the spirit of fall in the rural south. Agarwood, amber, and benzoin provide a deep, warm base for the cinnamon and clove top notes. Birch tar adds a slight smokiness that represents the ever-present smell of burning leaves that heralds the arrival of fall in Georgia. ____________________________________________________________________________ Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements New for 2024: Astro Traveler Soap/AS & More: It opens with a refreshing burst of bergamot and grapefruit, a bright, invigorating duo that draws you in from the first whiff. As the top notes settle, you’re introduced to the spicy warmth of orange zest, black pepper, and nutmeg—a trio that adds a rich, fiery edge, hinting at something deeper below the surface. Atomic Pumpkin Soap/AS & More: This isn't your basic seasonal Pumpkin Pie offering my friends but something far more sophisticated and alluring, West Indian Bay, Moro Blood Orange, Allspice, Lite Cinnamon, Ginger, Nutmeg, and Elemi Resin. Trust me when I say this really is some festive, masculine magic done right. Blue Samhain (saa-wn): Soap, AS & More, Scent Profile: Sandalwood, Burnt Sugar, Bourbon and Pumpkin, Oak Barrel Aged. Back for year 7 Ciderhouse: Soap,As & More, Scent Profile: Pipe Smoke, Mulled Cider, Oakwood, Dried Leaves, Linseed…seems innocent enough, right? Greenwitch Envy: Soap/AS & More the regenerating heart of the fragrance beats with Sandalwood, Cedar, and a touch of Carnation—that unexpected floral note you never saw coming, but somehow makes perfect sense. It’s like walking into a room and feeling a presence that shouldn’t be there. But still, you’re drawn in. And then there’s the base: Incense, Tobacco, Vanilla, with a lingering edge of Vetiver and Patchouli. These are the smells of forgotten places. Old leather-bound books gathering dust, a smoldering fire that’s almost gone out but still carries the faintest trace of warmth. It’s rich, it’s dark, but lite and it clings to you long after the bottle is closed. ____________________________________________________________________________ Barrister and Mann Season of the Witch (New for 2024) Soap/AS & More Beneath this enrapturing accord, ripples of power lurk. The green dustiness of tarragon, the spicy tang of nutmeg and wormwood, and elemental, primordial notes of oakmoss, oud, and woodsmoke bubble from the depths, bathing the flowers in their eldritch glow. Mossy and primeval, floral and herbal, the product of centuries of tradition and craft, Season of the Witch is the potion of a modern age, composed to enthrall and enchant. Something wicked this way comes. Leviathan Soap/AS & More: Russian leather accord and blended it with notes of sandalwood, coffee, cedar, and musk to create a dark, feral scent well-suited to its namesake. Elemental and at times slightly unsettling, Leviathan is a scent to accompany you to the end of the world. ____________________________________________________________________________ Ginger’s Garden Skully: Soap and AS, Skully tallow shaving soap has freshly turned, wet soil, notes of teakwood, cedar, mushrooms, wet leaves and green moss. A slight metal note adds to the earth element. Maple Toddy: Soap & AS, Maple Toddy Tallow Shaving soap with warm Vermont maple syrup, rich creamy vanilla, hot buttered rum and smooth fragrant amber with a caramelized sugar note. It creates lots of soft, cushioning lather for easy glide with any razor. Pumpkin Spice Soap and AS: Perfectly balanced for the fall season ____________________________________________________________________________ Mama Bear’s Soaps Autumn Afternoon: Soap, Vibrant! A clean blend of herbs, falling leaves and clean fresh air. An invigorating scent and much requested. This is a wonderful masculine scent with a fresh air twist. Fall Leaves: Soap, Damp, woody, fresh and deep.. this is like a breath of fresh air while sitting on a pile of freshly raked leaves in the fall. Pumpkin Spice: Soap, Pumpkin Spice is a delectable blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, ginger blended with pumpkin, a hint of harvest apple, caramel and cream. With a single whiff, your mouth will start to water and you will fall in love. ____________________________________________________________________________Hoffman’s Shave Soap Co “Artificial”Soap/AS & More: SCENT NOTES: BERGAMOT, SPICY MANDARINE, JASMINE, SANDALWOOD, TONKA BEAN, AMBER Metamorphosis Soap/AS & More: SCENT NOTES: Green Tea, Fig, Asian Pears, Indian Sandalwood Purgatory: Soap/AS & More SCENT NOTES: Star Anise, Whipped Espresso, Vanilla, Caramel The Last Ride Soap/AS & More: The Headless Horseman, sometimes known as the Galloping Hessian, is portrayed with a pumpkin (often a jack-o-lantern) while riding a black horse. The story goes that the Headless Horseman is the ghost of a Hessian soldier who was decapitated by canon fire during the Revolutionary War. SCENT NOTES: Pumpkin, Sugar, Butter, Cream, Vanilla, Cinnamon Pie Crust, Cardamom ____________________________________________________________________________ Humphrey Handmade Hot Apple Cider:Soap, HOT APPLE CIDER soap is all about fall, and is a unique apple cider blend with ginger root, goji berry, cassia root and subtle green field notes. This is a PERFECT and spot on apple cider scent. Killer Clown:Soap,KILLER CLOWN soap smells just like the fresh, sugary scent of cotton candy made fresh at the fair. The bright red puck resembles a clown nose, and the label features fun polka dots up the sides. Amazing soft soap, will not dry out your skin like glycerin soaps often do due to the added oils. Little Soap of Horrors, LITTLE SOAP OF HORRORS soap is clear in color, but glows in the dark when the lights go out. It’s eye-catching and smells oh so good. It smells like a tropical juicy blend of orange, cherry, peach, pineapple and vanilla. Very similar to a Sex on the Beach cocktail. Pumpkin Spice: Soap, I know that autumn is the season for ‘pumpkin everything,’ but who says you can’t enjoy the scent year-round? Pumpkin Spice is a classic and enticing blend of pumpkin puree, freshly ground nutmeg and a pie crust accord. Redrum: Soap, REDRUM is a wonderful Bay Rum scent that has the fresh essence of bay leaves with the bright enjoyment of orange peel and zest. Spoopy: Soap, SPOOPY Soap is all about fall, and is a unique apple cider blend with ginger root, goji berry, cassia root and subtle green field notes. This is a perfect apple cider scent, it smells just like a hay ride! Vampire: Soap, Genuine blood orange essential oil gives VAMPIRE soap a delightful smell. Great for your skin and for aromatherapy uses, orange essential oil can act as a mild aphrodisiac. It can also act as an anti-inflamatory and has antiseptic properties. Aside from all of that, the scent is very relaxing and oh so yummy! Vampire is a gorgeous bright red color, definitely catches the eye. Werewolf: Soap, Our WEREWOLF soap smells of Citrus Zest, Cedar Leaf, Rich Spices, Vetiver, White Pepper, Deep Musk and Light Patchouli. If you are familiar with the BBW Twilight Woods scent, this is very similar. ____________________________________________________________________________ Van Yulay Coffee Pumpkin Latte: Soap and AS, Description of Shaving Soap Scent:I just love pumpkin of any kind. The aroma of coffee and pumpkin is the perfect scent. I have added real coffee powder and pumpkin puree! Frosted Pumpkin: Soap and AS, This is a perfect blend of pine cones and spiced pumpkin. Very different for the season. With a touch of menthol! Pineumpkin: Soap and AS, I just love pumpkin of any kind.But this one is so different. Made with real pumpkin juice as well as pumkin puree. While the top notes of pineapple comes out the festive pumpkin shines through on this scent Pumpkin Bread: Soap and AS, I just love pumpkin of any kind.I wanted to do something different than just the regular pumpkin pie. This scent is a strong pumpkin with high notes of nutmeg and spice. Yum. Salted Caramel Pumpkin: Soap and AS, New for 2020, A caramel sweet, and complex drizzle underneath a perfect pumpkin with notes intertwines with a spice cabinet of cinnamon, clove, allspice, kissed with sugar. Hints of nutmeg and fruits peek out from the heart notes Spooky Horror: Soap and AS, This soap is so different. I wanted to make a pumpkin soap but that is boring, so let me bring you into the dark night with a heavy musk, dirt, birch tar, civet, leather, amber and of course pumpkin notes in the back ground. It is blended so well I needed to send it over the top. So of course after being chased by those werewolves you need a gin & tonic. So yes this one has a drizzle of tonic over the top. Notes of juniper berry, coriander, grapefruit, lemon, orange, clove, anglelic root, fennel ad cassia bark Sweet Autumn Pie: Soap and As, Sweet Autumn pumpkin is a perfect pumpkin pie with the warming touch of cinnamon and clove.With real added pumpkin you will have to resist eating this one. Sweet sugary maple adds the finishing touch to this fabulous fall fragrance. When October Goes: Soap And AS, This is a complex Fall Scent: We start off with Crisp Apples & Oranges intertwined with Wood & Leaves that have fallen to the dewy earth, blended with deep notes of woods. Rounded out with a touch of Tobacco. ____________________________________________________________________________ First Line Shave Room 237 Soap and AS: The fragrance is inspired by Kilian’s Single Malt which captures the unique aroma of a well-aged barrel reserved single malt, an instant shot of ripe plum immediately gives the initial boozy aroma of the whisky that is followed by a wheat accord and embedded with tolu balsam and a sensually warm vanilla. ____________________________________________________________________________ Soap Commander Heritage Soap & AS:Our Fall 2021 Scent celebrates the Caramel Apple. unique backgrounds we’ve each come from and the fresh futures we are forming for the next generation. Our current thoughts, decisions, and courses of action shape the heritage of those who come after usc pumpkin, Peach Strategy Soap & AS: 2020: In terms of fragrance notes, STRATEGY stands on Teakwood, Mahogany, & Lavender with supporting tones of Geranium, Oak, and Cedar. ____________________________________________________________________________ Moon Soaps Warmest Regards Soap: This scent is perfect for a season of good cheer and chilly winds. Warmest Regards is a pleasing combination of amber, tonka, oud, rum, and musk. This deep aroma might bring to mind a warming drink before a roaring fire. ____________________________________________________________________________ Wet The Face Fallen Leaves: Soap and AS: At the top, zesty bursts of Orange Juice intermingle with the bright and invigorating notes of Bergamot, creating an initial sensation of freshness that awakens the senses. Delicate hints of Rose Petals lend a touch of elegance, setting the stage for the journey that lies ahead. ____________________________________________________________________________ Gentleman’s Nod Cosecha Catalana Fall SE Shave Soap: A new morning dawns as you set your eyes upon a beautiful Mediterranean coastline. Immediately, you are met with an intensely a romatic, green and herbal aroma highlighted by bright citrus. Traveling... /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/33642747

Wet Shaving Talk For 23 September 2024 09/27/2024

Wet Shaving Talk For 23 September 2024 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is September 23rd, 2024. Today on the Show: Best Shave Soaps under $10 Article Modern Guide To Wet Shaving Now Available at Pastuer’s Pharmacy!! Murray Carter is Shutting Down His Ecommerce site Darkfall is Back Fall Season is Coming 10/28/24 ______________________________________________________________________________ Best Shaving Soap Under $10 I love this article. With all the talk of prices going up, it’s great to see so many soap makers still making items under $10 -Razorock -Arko -Haslinger -Proraso These items are all of high quality and great performance. Here is a link to the article: ______________________________________________________________________________Modern Guide to Straight Razor Shaving Now Avaiable at Pasteur’s Pharmacy is now available online and in-store at Pasteur’s Pharmacy. If you're in town and see it in the store send me a picture!! ______________________________________________________________________________ Murray Carter Shuts Down Ecommerce Site One of my first posts podcasting was with master knifesmith Murray Carter. He was the guy who shaved with spoons, and honed razors unconventionally. It was one of my first interviews (over 8 years ago) when the cast was Wet Shaving News with Andrew. The site will be active until 10/5, then all purchases will be made through 3rd party sellers. Take a trip down memory lane: ______________________________________________________________________________ Darkfall is Back Darkfall by Declaration Grooming is back for the fall season. One of my first fall scents I’ve tried. Thisone is intense and fun. Declaration grooming has been around for several years and is best known for their soaps and hand-ties shaving brushes. ______________________________________________________________________________ Fall Seasonal Special is Coming!!! It’s that time again! The Annual Fall Seasonal Special is coming! For those of you new to the podcast, this is the biggest show of the year. I discuss all of the Fall Season releases from all the vendors/artisans in the industry. This year I have a special section of the cast that will feature past Fall Items that made a true impact. A Fall Hall of Fame! Save the date: 10/28/24 Previous shows: ______________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Please check out my book: on Amazon and now available at in NYC Next Show: 10/7/24 Until then… Shave Straight and Shave Safe!! /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/33211702

Wet Shaving Talk for 4 Sep 2024 09/06/2024

Wet Shaving Talk for 4 Sep 2024 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is September 3rd, 2024. ______________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Fall is in the Air Top Pumpkin Spice Scents New Article (Are Vintage Straight Razors Worth Restoring?) Alum Block More uses than you might think! Fall Season is Coming 10/28/24 ______________________________________________________________________________ Top Pumpkin Spice Scents It’s that time again! Pumpkin Spice Season! What better way to compliment your pumpkin spice latte than a pumpkin scented soap. Here is my list of the top 5 Pumpkin Spice Scented Soaps -Stiriling Pumpkin Spice Soap and AS -PAA Atomic Pumpkin -Uncle John’s Pumpkin Spice -Sudsy Soapery Pumpkin Spice -Van Ulay Drunkin Pumpkin ______________________________________________________________________________Are Vintage Straight Razors Worth Restoring? It’s been a while since I’ve written an Article. Are Straight Razors Worth Restoring? I’ll tell you my thoughts ______________________________________________________________________________ Alum Block: Multiple Uses What does an Alum Block Do? Or What Can It do? -Acts as a Antiseptic for cuts -Reduces irritation -Can be used as a deodorant But…..it can also do…. -Increase traction on hands for skin stretching -A quick and safe way to get rid of pimples -Can fade Dark Spots over time on the face. ______________________________________________________________________________ Fall Seasonal Special is Coming!!! It’s that time again! The Annual Fall Seasonal Special is coming! For those of you new to the podcast, this is the biggest show of the year. I discuss all of the Fall Season releases from all the vendors/artisans in the industry. This year I have a special section of the cast that will feature past Fall Items that made a true impact. A Fall Hall of Fame! Save the date: 10/28/24 Previous shows: ______________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 9/17/24 Until then… Shave Straight and Shave Safe!! Please check out my book: Order by Thursday for guaranteed Father’s Day Delivery! /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/32898457

Wet Shaving Talk For 19 August 2024 08/22/2024

Wet Shaving Talk For 19 August 2024 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is August 19th, 2024. ______________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Rare Gillette in Big Auction One Stone Honing the trusty Dovo Brand New release from Barrister and Mann for Fall 2024! Fall Season is Coming 10/28/24 Plant Based Synthetic Brush ______________________________________________________________________________ Rare Gillete Sold at Auction Rarer than the toggle or bottom dial, The 1940’s Gillette Techmatic has only a few examples known today. This injector style razor (not to be confused with the Techmatic of the 1960’s) was a concept that never took off with Gillette. Today, it’s considered to be one of the most valuable Gillette razors available. ______________________________________________________________________________One Stone Honing Dovo Over the past week, I had to hone my Dovo daily driver. I performed the one-stone honing process with a Belgium Coticule. The results were great! The process is simple, blunt the blade on a glass cup, then create a slurry on the coticule until it’s thick then progress through the honing process until the razor is sharp, then strop. It was fun, but I recommend setting the initial bevel (cutting edge) on a synthetic stone then moving to the coticule. This may sound a little confusing, so I’ll explain! ______________________________________________________________________________ Season of the Witch by Barrister and Mann A brand new fall release from Barrister and Mann! Pre-orders were last week but the product will be available to the public in a few weeks! ______________________________________________________________________________ Fall Seasonal Special is Coming!!! It’s that time again! The Annual Fall Seasonal Special is coming! For those of you new to the podcast, this is the biggest show of the year. I discuss all of the Fall Season releases from all the vendors/artisans in the industry. This year I have a special section of the cast that will feature past Fall Items that made a true impact. A Fall Hall of Fame! Save the date: 10/28/24 Previous shows: _____________________________________________________________________________ Plant Based Synthetic Brushes The Mühle Silvertip Fibre (STF) is a brush where the fibers are 37% plant based. Industrial dent Corn to be exact! See the chart below: Check out the full article: _____________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 9/3/24 Until then… Shave Straight and Shave Safe!! Please check out my book: Order by Thursday for guaranteed Father’s Day Delivery! /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/32657972

Wet Shaving Talk For 5 August 2024 08/08/2024

Wet Shaving Talk For 5 August 2024 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is August 5th, 2024. ______________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Been Using a Boar Brush New Double Edge Blades from Razor Emporium Oliworks Hand Built Razors WoolBlades Straight Razors Fall Season is Coming !! ______________________________________________________________________________ Using a Boar Brush It’s been so long since I used a Boar Brush! I recently picked up my Omega and started using it. I had a blast! I’ll tell you all about it ! ______________________________________________________________________________Rex (Razor Emporium) DE Blades REX has created a Double Edge blade specifically for their razors ( and any razor)! The team over at Rex/Razor Emporium are offering the blades for $2.25 for 5 and have the option for a 100 blade box. Made of Swedish steel and coated in teflon. Imported ______________________________________________________________________________ Oliworks Safety Razor Based on the Gibbs razor design, The Oliblade is 100% made in the USA by a family run machining business. The company was founded in 2009, and they started making razors in 2023. Priced at $150, and available in solid guard bar or dual opencomb designs. ______________________________________________________________________________ Woolfblades Straight Razor Some beautiful designs coming from this custom razor producer. Woolfblades are made in South Africa, start at $500 usd and go all the way to about $2000 usd. They are sold primarily online and at a retail store in Ireland. As with all custom pieces, remember your YMMV. These look great and have great reviews ! _____________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 8/19/24 Until then… Shave Straight and Shave Safe!! Please check out my book: Order by Thursday for guaranteed Father’s Day Delivery! /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/32459682

Wet shaving Talk For 22 July 2024 07/24/2024

Wet shaving Talk For 22 July 2024 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is July 22 nd, 2024. ______________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Return of the Sabre from Blackland What Are “Frankenrazors”? Trying Gillette Foamy with a Straight Razor? Gillette Still Sends out a Free Razor on Your 18th Birthday ______________________________________________________________________________ Return of the Sabre from Blackland The Sabre is back from Blackland Razors! This is a very special razor as it’s an adjustable single edged design. Recently redesigned with a new magnetic adjustment system, this razor is open for pre-orders! ______________________________________________________________________________What Are Frankenrazors? Frankenrazors are razors that are composed of parts from one or more manufacturers. Basically it’s a custom razor that you can make yourself! Many 3 piece double edged razors have similar parts so it’s really easy to change them up. Who knows, your setup may become your favorite! I’ll tell you my thoughts! ______________________________________________________________________________ Gillette Foamy with a Straight Razor? Yes, it’s true. I tried Gillette Foamy with a straight razor. Were the results good or bad? You’ll just have to listen to find out! ______________________________________________________________________________ Gillette Still Sends a Free Razor on Your 18th Birthday I did not realize they still did this, and apparently they still do. Gillette is still sending a razor for your 18th Birthday. I remember when I received mine? Good marketing technique or is this outdated? I’ll tell you my thoughts. _____________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 8/5/24 Until then… Shave Straight and Shave Safe!! Please check out my book: Order by Thursday for guaranteed Father’s Day Delivery! /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/32243997

Wet Shaving Talk For 24 June 2024 06/27/2024

Wet Shaving Talk For 24 June 2024 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is June 24th, 2024. ______________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: New Stuff From Wiborg Shaving TI Glide Single Edge Razor Old Soaps Worth Trying Now is the time to Purchase on Ebay ______________________________________________________________________________ New Stuff From Wiborg Wiborg has recently launched some new items. The quiet shave brush company has some of the most sought after models, and I have no idea how to get one. I have usd a Wiborg brush before and agree they're awesome, but still do not know how to get one. The website is always sold out and the company has never responded to an email of mine. ______________________________________________________________________________Ti Glide from Titaner This new single edge razor takes ½ of a DE blade and is importanted from Asia. Still in the beginning stages, I signed up for their newsletter and found them to be very active on social media. What are your thoughts? ______________________________________________________________________________ Old Soaps Worth Trying What are some brands that have been around worth trying? Vintage Shave soap has a certain appeal to some wet shavers. Although getting more and more difficult to find, there are still many out there. Shave soap with time tends to harden up and lose its scent but performance is still there. You’ll need to “wake up” the soap by using it. After several decades of storage they tend to get dry and hard. A little warm water will wake them right up! Here are brands to look for: -Tabac: It’s fun to see how this soap has evolved over the years -Yardley: Direct from the UK, this is one of the most popular with the vintage soap crowd. -Williams: Yes I said Williams. The vintage stuff works great. -Burma Shave: So popular in the 50's and 60’s and still a lot out there. -Old Spice: No more words needed -Palmolive shave sticks -Vergulde Hand: Oldest soap still in production from the 1500’s ______________________________________________________________________________ Now Is the Time to Purchase on Ebay Recently, several rare items have sold for very low prices on ebay. I’d say if your looking for a rare higher end piece for your collection, now would b a good time to look into it _____________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 7/9/24 Until then… Shave Straight and Shave Safe!! Please check out my book: Order by Thursday for guaranteed Father’s Day Delivery! /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/31881837

Wet Shaving Talk For 10 June 2024 06/13/2024

Wet Shaving Talk For 10 June 2024 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is June 10th, 2024. ______________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Happy Father’s Day Single Edge Month Finale! Modern SE Razors OneBlade Modern SE Razors Father’s Day Gift Guide ______________________________________________________________________________ OneBlade From a completely original design through a ton of research and development, the OneBlade is a razor that is almost in its own category. It has a pivoting head that handles much like a modern cartridge razor, with one SE blade. Available in several different options, the Oneblade has been around for about 10 years now. Note they take Feather FHS-10 blades like the Autostrop. ______________________________________________________________________________Modern SE Razors Gem Style: Wolfman WR3, Parker Solo Edge, Starling ,from PAA, Blackland Sabre, ATT SE Injector Style: Supply SE, Various Amazon Models, Parker Adjustable, BullGoose Asylum ______________________________________________________________________________ Father’s Day Gift Guide Father’s Day is this Sunday! It’s not too late to get that special dad something great! Don’t know what to get? Here are some ideas for safe gifts : Ask Him: Yes it can be as simple as just asking him. For a non-traditional wet shaver, it may be hard to truly understand this whole thing. Asking him about his favorite vendors/artisans can go a long way. Check Out His Current stuff: What does he use everyday? Is there a particular product he enjoys? Is he missing something? Wet Shaving Literature: When in doubt a good Wet Shaving Book is always a great option. It’s probably the safest gift to give and even if he doesn’t read many books I bet he reads them. Storage: A cool cabinet, something modern or vintage is a safe way to give a great gift! Storage also provides a mutual gift for the family as his stuff can be all organized. Avoid the following: I always recommend avoiding modern day, drug store stuff for the traditional wet shaver. Trust me we’ve tried all of it. Also, avoid anything gimmicky or weird stuff. I’ll tell you more! ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 6/24/24 Until then… Shave Straight and Shave Safe!! Please check out my book: Order by Thursday for guaranteed Father’s Day Delivery! /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/31699257

Wet Shaving Talk For 24 May 2024 05/30/2024

Wet Shaving Talk For 24 May 2024 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is May 24th,2024. ______________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: May Is Single Edge Razor Month !! Auto Strop Razors and How They Work Injector Razors: Schick was a Major Competitor Modern Artist Club Style Razors May Is Dedication to Single Edge Safety Razors ______________________________________________________________________________ Valet Auto Strop Razor Personally I love Auto strop razors. I think the design and stropping system is unique and fun to use. Auto strop razors were only produced for about 40 years or until the 1940’s but still have their place in the wet shaving hobby. With about 10 models or so these razors were designed to use disposable blades that could be stropped inside the actual mechanism, thus prolonging blade life. The older models take a despined Gem blade and the newer models take the Feather FHS-10 blades, so they still can be used. Personally I have a VC1 and VC4 in my collection and love using them. ______________________________________________________________________________Injector Razors Injector razors were actually quite popular and were considered a competitor to Gillette’s Double Edge razors. Although never surpassing Gillette in sales, there were alot of men who preferred the Schick injector so much that Gillette made attempts to create their own version which didn’t work out. Although there is quite a store behind the Schick injector, it debuted in the 1920’s and was in production until 2001 when the model “O” was discontinued. Schick still produces an injector for veterinarians. It uses the same injector blades, but the razor lacks a guard bar so I wouldn’t try it. Schick still makes blades which are readily available online and in some stores ( I found some in a drug store locally ) There are many homages to this razor, which will be discussed in the modern razor segment. ______________________________________________________________________________Modern Artist Club Razor The modern Artist Club Style razor was extremely popular from 2014-2018, and still relevant for today. These razors take the larger Professional Blades that were designed for hair shapers and shavettes alike. The Cobra Razor as seen in the image is the first of this design, and several others have emerged such as the Mongoose and Colonel. These razors shave great and are fun to collect. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 6/3/24 Until then… Shave Straight and Shave Safe!! Please check out my book: /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/31495592

Wet Shaving Talk For 8 May 2023 05/10/2024

Wet Shaving Talk For 8 May 2023 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is May 8th,2024. ______________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: May Is Single Edge Razor Month !! How it Started: The First SE Razor Lather Catcher Shovel Heads. How you can use them Not All Blades are Created Equal. How to Choose the Right Blades Gillette Double Ring ebay NOS May Is Dedication to Single Edge Safety Razors ______________________________________________________________________________ The First SE Razor Star Shaving Kampfe Bros The Kampfe Bros, are credited with the first removable blade safety razor. As barbers, they were dedicated to creating an easier way to shave that was safer. In 1875 they patented a safety razor with a fixed blade, but continued to innovate. In 1880 they introduced the Star Razor as seen in the image. These razors had a hollow ground blade which required honing/stropping. By 1890 they introduced a handle where the blade could be removed and stropped like a straight razor. Today there are several groups that use these razors, and even a vendor that created an adapter to use regular SE blades: ______________________________________________________________________________Shovel Head Razors Nicknamed for the shape of the head looking like a shovel, these SE razors are abundant, cheap and great shavers. Innovated from the original lather catcher design, these razors were in production for over 50 years. GEM, Star Shaving, Everready were the three major brands and ______________________________________________________________________________Not All Blades are Created Equal. How to Choose the Right Blades When choosing blades for these razors, please buy from a reputable vendor. Although they look like the same razors you would see at Home Depot, they are not. Using inferior blades can create a horrible experience. _____________________________________________________________________________ Gillette Double Ring ebay NOS A beautiful piece from a well- known collector. ______________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 5/20/24 Until then… Shave Straight and Shave Safe!! Please check out my book: /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/31202157

Wet Shaving Talk For 22 April 2024 04/24/2024

Wet Shaving Talk For 22 April 2024 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is April 22nd,2024. ______________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Barn Find Gillette An Awesome 2024 Story! Email: Are Simpson Brushes Worth it? How Does Your Morning Routine Affect Your Kids? May Is Dedication to Single Edge Safety Razors A Month With Tabac Coming to an End! ______________________________________________________________________________ Barn Find Gillette! Hard to believe that just after a week of the last cast I was contacted by someone who literally found a Bottom Dial. This razor was found while cleaning an old estate. ______________________________________________________________________________Email: Are Simpson Brushes Worth It? I received an email from a listener asking if Simpson Brushes were worth purchasing. I think they make some excellent brushes. All badger brushes are hand tied in the handle and they make some of the best synthetic shave knots out there. Prices vary but you can get one for under $100. ______________________________________________________________________________How Does Your Morning Routine Affect Your Kids? Father’s Day is approaching (well in a couple of months). There’s a good chance if you’re listening to this, you probably have memories of your father/grandfather’s morning routine that bring a smile to your face. Understanding this, as times change do we realize that we may have the same effect on our kids? Yes, the world seems faster now and with tons of information available at our fingertips. Many people these days go days without shaving, no longer wear a tie and even work from home. How do we slow down to give our children the same experience we had? I’ll tell you my thoughts. Check out this article from last year: _____________________________________________________________________________ May is Dedication to Single Edge Safety Razor Month There are many wet shavers who love Single edge razors! It’s probably the most altered design in all of wet shaving. For May, I will be using nothing but Single Edge Safety razors and will feature several types each cast. If you are a fan of Single Edge Razors and have some questions or would like your collection featured please email me. ______________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 5/6/24 Until then… Shave Straight and Shave Safe!! Please check out my book: /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/30934908

Wet Shaving Talk For 8 April 2024 04/10/2024

Wet Shaving Talk For 8 April 2024 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is April 8th 2024. ______________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Happy Eclipse Day!! Bottom Dial Gillette Selling for over $2200! New Bench Strops from Amazon Paladin Brushes Slowing Down the Pace Cleaning Your Shaving Brushes… Do You Need to Do it? One Month With Tabac Challenge! (For Me) ______________________________________________________________________________ Cased Gillette Bottom Dial Selling for $2275! Although not the highest we’ve seen for a cased Bottom Dial (the record was $5362 back in 2021), this one certainly was an interesting auction. I’m not sure if this cased example is a new “barn find” or just a known model switching hands but we’ve seen several cased models sell in the past 3 or 4 years. What was once only thought to be a wet shaving myth has now become a reality. I’ll tell you my thoughts on why we are seeing more of these pop up. For more information of the bottom dial check out this article: ______________________________________________________________________________New Bench Strops Recently I purchased two cheap bench strops and some pastes on Amazon for maintaining my straight razors. Although for years, I was not into using pastes, recently I added them on one of my hanging strops and began to enjoy using them. Both are loaded with pastes, one being .50 micron diamond spray and the other .10 micron diamond paste. I’ll tell you my thoughts. ______________________________________________________________________________Paladin Brushes Slowing Down Production Paladin brushes have announced they will be slowing production and limiting availability in the near future. If you’ve been around the wet shaving world for a few years, you’ll know Paladin was very popular back in 2014-2018, with brushes selling out in seconds and going for 5X their retail on secondary sites. _____________________________________________________________________________Cleaning Your Shave Brushes. Do you need to do it? Lots of guys do it and alot do not. Should you? I’ll tell you my thoughts ______________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 4/21/24 Until then… Shave Straight and Shave Safe!! Please check out my book: /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/30732448

Wet Shaving Talk For 11 March 2024 03/13/2024

Wet Shaving Talk For 11 March 2024 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is March 11th 2024. ______________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Meet Up at Maggards Coming Up! One Month with a Hart Steel Straight Razor “How Failure Can Lead to Success” Interesting Article on Sharpologist Superior Cuts 3-D Printed Razor. Is this the Future? St Patrick's Day is Next Week . Get your Green On! ______________________________________________________________________________ Meet Up At Maggards 2024 The annual meet up at Maggards is coming up! It’s a great way to meet and greet all of your favorite producers and a way to make some new friends. ______________________________________________________________________________A Month With Hart Steel A few years ago I did a review regarding my Hart Steel Straight Razor. I decided to revisit my experience with it last month. I’ll tell you my thoughts. ______________________________________________________________________________”How Failure Can Become Success” Not only is great advice for wet shaving, it’s good advice for life! I enjoyed it and I think you will too! _____________________________________________________________________________Superior Cuts 3-D Printed Razor Just saw this one. The stand, and razor are completely 3-d printed. Weighs 17 grams and has several options in terms of aggression, handle size etc. Reviews are positive. ______________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 3/25/24 Until then… Shave Straight and Shave Safe!! Please check out my book: /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/30323933

Wet Shaving Talk For 12 February 2024 02/17/2024

Wet Shaving Talk For 12 February 2024 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is Feb 12th 2024. ______________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Going Down the Rabbit Hole in Terms of Collecting Pearl Flexi Razor Interesting Post on B&B regarding Leap Year Restraints AOS Brick and Mortar Stores Officially Gone: Where do We Go Now? ______________________________________________________________________________ Going Down the Rabbit Hole In Terms of Collecting Yes, this is a thing. Do/Did you find yourself going down this hole purchasing more than you can use in a lifetime? What advice would you give newbies today? ______________________________________________________________________________Pear Flexi Adjustable Razor A razor similar to the Rex Ambassador, Made in India holds a price tag of $80.IS this a cheaper alternative to REX? ______________________________________________________________________________2024 Leap Year Restraints? Interesting Post Apparently this is a thing over on the popular Forum. Basically restricts you to 1 razor, 1 brush, soap and aftershave for 4 -10 years. (you can replace if you break or run out) Could you do this? I’m going to try for one month _____________________________________________________________________________AOS Brick and Mortar Stores are now Gone. Where Do We Go Now? Pasteurs in NYC Razor Emporium in Arizona Colonial Drug in Massachusetts Mertz in Illinois Truefitt & Hill Illinois ______________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 2/26/24 Until then… Shave Straight and Shave Safe!! Please check out my book: /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/29980498

Wet Shaving Talk For 15 January 2024 01/17/2024

Wet Shaving Talk For 15 January 2024 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is Jan 15th 2024. ______________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: I’m Back My Book is now available on Kindle Shavemac discontinuing Custom Shave Brushes Proof Razors New Year : New You! How to pick a new look and/or scent. Maintaining a Clean Beard ______________________________________________________________________________ Now Available on Kindle My book is now available on Kindle for $9.99! Click for more information ______________________________________________________________________________Shavemac Disco Custom Shave Brush Option Longtime custom shave brush maker Shavemac has decided to discontinue the custom shave brush option. There is still time to order one before the deadline. Regular brushes will still be available. ______________________________________________________________________________Proof Razors A new razor with a pivoting head and using half a DE blade. _____________________________________________________________________________New Year : New You! How to pick a new look and/or scent. Happy New Year Everyone!! How that we have officially started 2024 how about a new look or scent? Thinking about growing a beard? Want to try a new cologne? No time is better! I’ll tell you my thoughts! ______________________________________________________________________________ Maintaining a Clean Beard Growing a beard has been becoming more popular since the pandemic. More and more people are trying it. I do have a few “pointers” to help direct you to having the perfect beard! Determine a shape Maintain it! Especially when growing it out! If you can’t then don’t ______________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 1/30/24 Until then… Shave Straight and Shave Safe!! Please check out my book: /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/29493628

Wet Shaving Talk For 27 November 2023 11/29/2023

Wet Shaving Talk For 27 November 2023 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is November 27th 2023. ______________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Awesome Black Friday/Cyber Monday Sales!!! I got a Straight Razor and strop for $70!!! Tons of Christmas Themed Soaps! New Book is out and Available! ______________________________________________________________________________ Best Black Friday/Cyber Monday!!! I have to admit…. This was probably the best sales I’ve seen in wet shaving…..ever! From a massive secret stash offering from The Holy Black, to huge sales offered at AOS, WCS and Maggards, the deals seemed to be endless!!!! Even Pasteur’s had a sale! ______________________________________________________________________________ I got a Straight Razor and Strop for $70 from AOS I couldn’t resist!! AOS had a sale for $50 for a straight razor and $50 for a strop. I had a 30% off coupon and received both for $70! Use Apple pay for free shipping! ______________________________________________________________________________ Ton’s of Holiday Themed Soaps I was pleasantly surprised to see how many holiday themed soaps are available. The most I’ve seen! 2023 has become the year to beat with releases! _____________________________________________________________________________ The New Book is Here! Yes, I wrote a book. “The Modern Guide To Straight Razor Shaving” was released on Nov 10th. This was an idea of mine 4 years ago. After writing countless articles, I wanted to compile all the material into a physical book so wet shavers could have a “one stop shop” for all things regarding straight razors. I began working on the project back in 2019, and had to put it on the back burner as “Life Happens” but was determined to finish it here in 2023 (This has been on my News Resolutions list for the past 4 years). I had no idea what writing a book entailed, other than reading them and watching countless videos and reading literally every book I could find regarding wet shaving in order to understand what truly works. After about a dozen or so drafts (yes really) and proofreading editing etc I was able to get what I feel is a good representation of how to use a straight razor in the 21st century. I made a point of referencing my material from past publications, re-editing a lot of it, and adding some new stuff in the process. I did not use any AI (artificial intelligence) “helpers” , just good old fashioned writing and research. This book is a true representation of how to be a straight razor user today and is my interpretation of it. I hope you enjoy it! The new book is here! Available on Amazon. If your interested in carrying it at your shop please email me at ______________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 12/11/23 Until then… Shave Straight and Shave Safe!! Please check out my book: /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/28808473

Wet Shaving Talk for 13 November 2023 11/19/2023

Wet Shaving Talk for 13 November 2023 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is November 13th 2023. ______________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Happy Thanksgiving! New Razor from PAA New Oneblade Razor for the Ladies! Fall Products, best availability in 3 years! New Book is out and Available! ______________________________________________________________________________ New PAA Razor: The Artifact PAA has released their 10th Anniversary razor…The Artifact. Is a 3 piece razor composed of 3 different components (Gold, Brass, Bakelite) and is a homage to the Ever Moist Razor ( named for its ability to self lubricate) from the 1920’s. Happy 10 Years PAA!!! ______________________________________________________________________________ OneBlade Dawn Razor One Blade has a new razor designed for the ladies. USes the same blades as the regular One Blade razors and comes with a new stand. Price is $119. ______________________________________________________________________________ Fall Products Best in 3 Years! The 2023 Fall Seasonal Special deemed many new items… Some of which are from new vendors. I was very impressed by the offerings by the vendors and the amount of items released. Looking forward to 2024! _____________________________________________________________________________ The New Book is Here! Yes, I wrote a book. “The Modern Guide To Straight Razor Shaving” was released on Nov 10th. This was an idea of mine 4 years ago. After writing countless articles, I wanted to compile all the material into a physical book so wet shavers could have a “one stop shop” for all things regarding straight razors. I began working on the project back in 2019, and had to put it on the back burner as “Life Happens” but was determined to finish it here in 2023 (This has been on my News Resolutions list for the past 4 years). I had no idea what writing a book entailed, other than reading them and watching countless videos and reading literally every book I could find regarding wet shaving in order to understand what truly works. After about a dozen or so drafts (yes really) and proofreading editing etc I was able to get what I feel is a good representation of how to use a straight razor in the 21st century. I made a point of referencing my material from past publications, re-editing a lot of it, and adding some new stuff in the process. I did not use any AI (artificial intelligence) “helpers” , just good old fashioned writing and research. This book is a true representation of how to be a straight razor user today and is my interpretation of it. I hope you enjoy it! The new book is here! Available on Amazon. If your interested in carrying it at your shop please email me at ______________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 11/27/23 Until then… Shave Straight and Shave Safe!! Please check out my book: /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/28690973

Wet Shaving Talk 2023 Fall Seasonal Special! 11/04/2023

Wet Shaving Talk 2023 Fall Seasonal Special! You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and This is the 2023 Fall Seasonal Special Today on the Show Fall Seasonal Special Previous Years Special Announcement! . Barrister and Mann It’s been since Barrister and Mann debuted this popular Fall Scent right here on Sharpologist. The 2013 Scent Off was a competition where Barrister and Mann entered “Hallows” , a damp earthy scent for the fall season. Since then there have been several editions. I have purchased a set every release. Hallows: Soap, AS & More: Taking inspiration from the swamps and churchyards of the city, we combine vetiver, oakmoss, black pepper, cocoa, labdanum, and cedar to produce a deep, cold scent suited to the chilly, bitter days of late October. Gloomy, rich, and perversely elegant, Hallows is a reminder of why men once feared the dark. Leviathan Shaving Soap AS and EDT (Sandalwood, Coffee, Russian Leather) 19.99/jar) New Base Ominbus Base Fougère Classique Soap, AS & More: A richly floral, stunningly opulent assemblage of lavender, oakmoss, coumarin, bergamot, geranium, jasmine, ylang ylang, benzoin, labdanum, patchouli, heliotrope, musk, and vanilla. Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements Clown Fruit: Soap, AS & More, Artemisia (Wormwood), Hungarian Oak, Elderflower, Absinthe, Neroli, Amyris, Elderberry, Burnt Sugar, Tobacco Absolute, & FEAR Absolute. Blue Samhain (saa-wn): Soap, AS & More, Scent Profile: Sandalwood, Burnt Sugar, Bourbon and Pumpkin, Oak Barrel Aged. Back for year 6 Ciderhouse: Soap,As & More, Scent Profile: Pipe Smoke, Mulled Cider, Oakwood, Dried Leaves, Linseed...seems innocent enough, right? Harvest Moon: Soap, As & More, Scent Profile: Oud (Agarwood), Green Tobacco, Black Currant, Tobacco Absolute, Hay Absolute, Peru Balsam, Smoke, Spanish Moss, White Sage. Grove: Soap AS & More: Oakwood, Cranberry, Currant, Moss and a kiss of Apricot. A cool crisp, boozy, almost camphorous accord that you will fall in love with at first sniff! Briar: Soap AS & More: Tobacco, Oakwood, Vanilla, Animalic Musk, Labdanum, Rose and crisp dried leaves. That place you return to every time you close those heavy eyes. Malbolge: Soap, AS & More : Tobacco, Citrus, Anise, Musk, Patchouli, Burnt Sugar, Black Pepper & Benzoin Resin. Southern Witchcraft Autumn Ash: Soap and AS, The quintessential Fall fragrance. Dark and resinous, this accord is spicy, dirty, smokey, sweet and and perfectly captures the scent of damp Autumn air. Scent notes: Maple, spice, smoke, amber, cedar, oud, rain, plum, blackberry, ash, birch tar, pumpkin, coffee, dirt, mildew Samhain: Soap and AS, Samhain is a Gaelic festival marking the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter or the “darker half” of the year. This holiday was the inspiration for our fragrance. Notes: bourbon, tobacco, pumpkin, sandalwood, nutmeg, oud, incense, amber, vanilla, hazelnut, charred wood, musk Tres Matres: Soap and AS, A tribute to the classic horror franchise “Suspiria”. A floral accord on a petrichor base with citrus top notes. Scent notes: Amber, Oakmoss, Damp Earth, Rosewood, Lavender, Almond, Calla lily, Cotton, Aldehydes, Grapefruit, Ginger, Ambergris, Ozone, Peach Uncle Jon’s Drunken Punkin: Soap and AS, A pumpkin spice forward scent with boozy notes and a rich smokiness that is frighteningly good! Pumpkin Spice: Soap and AS, Get ready for fall with Uncle Jon’s Pumpkin Spice Scent. This mild, soothing scent features notes of pumpkin, clove, vanilla and allspice that will remind you of coffee shops in the fall. Hot Cider: Apple cider scent. Soap and AS The Holy Black With the Alchemist box set, you're not just crafting a fragrance; you're weaving stories, emotions, and a dash of ancient magic into every drop. Whether you're a fragrance aficionado, a lover of tales, or someone seeking a unique olfactory journey, this collection promises an experience that's as enchanting as the legend of Alastair himself. Stirling Soap Co Hot Apple Cider Soap, AS & More Apples, cinnamon, and clove make for a perfect shave as the weather turns cool and the trees turn. Autumn Glory Soap, AS & More A difficult aroma to put into words. Imagine walking through the damp woods on a brisk fall morning with the falling leaves in all their autumn glory. Pumpkin Spice Soap, AS & More **Our Pumpkin Spice fragrance is back to being the spicy version from 2014. Last year was more of a maple/syrup-y scent. Due to customer feedback, we have brought back the previous fragrance which has a heaping dose of spice. Catie’s Bubbles A Midnight Dreary: Soap and AS, A Poe inspired soap with notes of Orchid, Lotus, Spices, Black Currant, Black Truffle, Jasmine, Dark Chocolate, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Amber and Vanilla. Wet The Face Fallen Leaves: Soap and AS: At the top, zesty bursts of Orange Juice intermingle with the bright and invigorating notes of Bergamot, creating an initial sensation of freshness that awakens the senses. Delicate hints of Rose Petals lend a touch of elegance, setting the stage for the journey that lies ahead. Autumn: Soap and AS, Autumn is one of my favorite times of the year. The colors are truly amazing and it takes me back to good times with friends and family. We can all visit that time and place again just by experiencing this unique scent. Notes of Vanilla Bean, Apple Cider, Cinnamon Spice, Spun Sugar brings forth cozy Autumn memories. Ginger’s Garden Skully: Soap and AS, Skully tallow shaving soap has freshly turned, wet soil, notes of teakwood, cedar, mushrooms, wet leaves and green moss. A slight metal note adds to the earth element. Maple Toddy: Soap & AS, Maple Toddy Tallow Shaving soap with warm Vermont maple syrup, rich creamy vanilla, hot buttered rum and smooth fragrant amber with a caramelized sugar note. It creates lots of soft, cushioning lather for easy glide with any razor. Pumpkin Spice Soap and AS: Perfectly balanced for the fall season Black Ship Grooming Drunken Pumpkin Soap and AS: Introducing, The Drunken Pumpkin Shaving Soap - A Limited Release with Dark Pumpkin, Aged Rum, and Smokey Whisky Notes. Ahoy, Grooming Enthusiasts! Prepare to embark on an olfactory adventure like no other with "The Drunken Pumpkin" Limited Edition Shaving Soap. This bewitching creation captures the essence of a moonlit pirate tale, blending the enigmatic aromas of dark pumpkin, aged dark rum, and smoky whisky into a scent that's nothing Declaration Grooming Dark Fall Soap and AS: Darkfall is a spicy oriental designed to capture the spirit of fall in the rural south. Agarwood, amber, and benzoin provide a deep, warm base for the cinnamon and clove top notes. Birch tar adds a slight smokiness that represents the ever-present smell of burning leaves that heralds the arrival of fall in Georgia. Peaches and Scream Soap and AS: Short run ninja release. Don't let the name fool you, Peaches + Scream has a lot more to offer than a basic Halloween scent. It's a delightfully warm peach-forward scent, bolstered by amber, bourbon, cream, and teak. This is honestly one of my favorite scents we've put out in a long time. Happy Halloween/autumn. Paladin Shaving Paladin released their annual Halloween themed brushes. Here i what they have for 2023! Van Ulay Coffee Pumpkin Latte: Soap and AS, Description of Shaving Soap Scent: I just love pumpkin of any kind. The aroma of coffee and pumpkin is the perfect scent. I have added real coffee powder and pumpkin puree! Frosted Pumpkin: Soap and AS, This is a perfect blend of pine cones and spiced pumpkin. Very different for the season. With a touch of menthol! Pineumpkin: Soap and AS, I just love pumpkin of any kind.But this one is so different. Made with real pumpkin juice as well as pumkin puree. While the top notes of pineapple comes out the festive pumpkin shines through on this scent Pumpkin Bread: Soap and AS, I just love pumpkin of any kind.I wanted to do something different than just the regular pumpkin pie. This scent is a strong pumpkin with high notes of nutmeg and spice. Yum. Salted Caramel Pumpkin: Soap and AS, New for 2020, A caramel sweet, and complex drizzle underneath a perfect pumpkin with notes intertwines with a spice cabinet of cinnamon, clove, allspice, kissed with sugar. Hints of nutmeg and fruits peek out from the heart notes Spooky Horror: Soap and AS, This soap is so different. I wanted to make a pumpkin soap but that is boring, so let me bring you into the dark night with a heavy musk, dirt, birch tar, civet, leather, amber and of course pumpkin notes in the back ground. It is blended so well I needed to send it over the top. So of course after being chased by those werewolves you need a gin & tonic. So yes this one has a drizzle of tonic over the top. Notes of juniper berry, coriander, grapefruit, lemon, orange, clove, anglelic root, fennel ad cassia bark Sweet Autumn Pie: Soap and As, Sweet Autumn pumpkin is a perfect pumpkin pie with the warming touch of cinnamon and clove.With real added pumpkin you will have to resist eating this one. Sweet sugary maple adds the finishing touch to this fabulous fall fragrance. When October Goes: Soap And AS, This is a complex Fall Scent: We start off with Crisp Apples & Oranges intertwined with Wood & Leaves that have fallen to the dewy earth, blended with deep notes of woods. Rounded out with a touch of Tobacco. First Line Shave Room 237 Soap and AS: The fragrance is inspired by Kilian's Single Malt which captures the unique aroma of a well-aged barrelreserved single malt, an instant shot of ripe plum immediately gives the initial boozy aroma of the whisky that is followed by a wheat accord and embedded with tolu balsam and a sensually warm vanilla. Soap Commander Heritage Soap & AS:Our Fall 2021 Scent celebrates the Caramel Apple. unique backgrounds we’ve each come from and the fresh futures we are forming for the next generation. Our current thoughts, decisions, and courses of action shape the heritage of those who come after usc pumpkin, Peach Strategy Soap & AS: 2020: In terms of fragrance notes, STRATEGY stands on Teakwood, Mahogany, & Lavender with supporting tones of Geranium, Oak, and Cedar. Sudsy Soapery Pumpkin Spice: Like a pumpkin pie, with all the rich undertones of clove, nutmeg and cinnamon, topped with piles of whipped cream, order yours today. Noble Otter Northern Elixir Soap: Summers... ugh. Who enjoys the heat? No one! Bring back the cold air of winter with Northern Elixir! With notes of Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Lavender, Cedarwood, Vetiver and Frost, Northern Elixir is a great fresh smelling cooling soap. Made with only essential oils for the fragrance. Bring back the cool winter air! Notes: Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Lavender, Cedarwood, Vetiver, Humphrey Handmade Hot Apple Cider:Soap, HOT APPLE CIDER soap is all about fall, and is a unique apple cider blend with ginger root, goji berry, cassia root and subtle green field notes. This is a PERFECT and spot on apple cider scent. Killer Clown:Soap,KILLER CLOWN soap smells just like the fresh, sugary scent of cotton candy made fresh at the fair. The bright red puck resembles a clown nose, and the label features fun polka dots up the sides. Amazing soft soap, will not dry out your skin like glycerin soaps often do due to the added oils. Little Soap of Horrors, LITTLE SOAP OF HORRORS soap is clear in color, but glows in the dark when the lights go out. It's eye-catching and smells oh so good. It smells like a tropical juicy blend of orange, cherry, peach, pineapple and vanilla. Very similar to a Sex on the Beach cocktail. Pumpkin Spice: Soap, I know that autumn is the season for 'pumpkin everything,' but who says you can't enjoy the scent year-round? Pumpkin Spice is a classic and enticing blend of pumpkin puree, freshly ground nutmeg and a pie crust accord. Redrum: Soap, REDRUM is a wonderful Bay Rum scent that has the fresh essence of bay leaves with the bright enjoyment of orange peel and zest. Spoopy: Soap, SPOOPY Soap is all about fall, and is a unique apple cider blend with ginger root, goji berry, cassia root and subtle green field notes. This is a perfect apple cider scent, it smells just like a hay ride! Vampire: Soap, Genuine blood orange essential oil gives VAMPIRE soap a delightful smell. Great for your skin and for aromatherapy uses, orange essential oil can act as a mild aphrodisiac. It can also act as an anti-inflamatory and has antiseptic properties. Aside from all of that, the scent is very relaxing and oh so yummy! Vampire is a gorgeous bright red color, definitely catches the eye. Werewolf: Soap, Our WEREWOLF soap smells of Citrus Zest, Cedar Leaf, Rich Spices, Vetiver, White Pepper, Deep Musk and Light Patchouli. If you are familiar with the BBW Twilight Woods scent, this is very similar. Mama Bears Autumn Afternoon: Soap, Vibrant! A clean blend of herbs, falling leaves and clean fresh air. An invigorating scent and much requested. This is a wonderful masculine scent with a fresh air twist. Fall Leaves: Soap, Damp, woody, fresh and deep.. this is like a breath of fresh air while sitting on a pile of freshly raked leaves in the fall. Pumpkin Spice: Soap, Pumpkin Spice is a delectable blend on cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, ginger blended with pumpkin, a hint of harvest apple, caramel and cream. With a single whiff, your mouth will start to water and you will fall in love. Spiced Apple Cider: Soap, in time for the Holidays! Fresh Apple Cider with Holiday Spices!. Wet Shaving Products BlackBeard Soap and AS: captivates with bold tobacco and spices. Lavenderwood Soap and AS: blends serene lavender with warm cedar Chai Soap and AS: envelops you in cozy vanilla and fruit notes. Moon Soaps Warmest Regards Soap: This scent is perfect for a season of good cheer and chilly winds. Warmest Regards is a pleasing combination of amber, tonka, oud, rum, and musk. This deep aroma might bring to mind a warming drink before a roaring fire. Hoffman’S Grooming Dead Hollow Soap, AS & More: Dead Hollow is a tale of a Halloweens underworld. The realm of between the living and the dead. SCENT NOTES: PECAN | PUMPKIN | BUTTER | MAPLE | MUSK | VANILLA Ripper’s Alley Soap, AS & More: This is an homage to one of life's unsolved crimes. The infamous Jack The Ripper. This mystery has fascinated me for a very long time. So we had to do one for Halloween.SCENT NOTES: VIOLET | BURCH | MUSK | CEDAR | LAVENDER Beautifully Disguised Soap, AS & More: You ever know someone but they turn out to be a wolf in sheep's clothing? They put on that sweet innocent face but turns out to be the devil in disguise? SCENT NOTES: VANILLA | EXOTIC WOODY NOTES | WHITE ORCHIDE | EBONY Blood and Sand Soap, AS & More: This is a metaphoric tale/analogy of a person fighting for their freedom. This can be a physical fight, mental fight or financial fight. You also might be lost and trying to find your way back home. SCENT NOTES: ORIENTAL WOODY NOTES | AMBERWOOD | SAGE | BOURBON PEPPER PATCHOULI | APPLE Special Announcement Really excited to bring this to you! I wrote a book dedicated to Straight Razor Shaving. Hence, while I’ve been quiet lately. This book will debut on Nov 8th and will be available on Amazon internationally. Debuting as a Paperback book, I have plans to add an Ebook option sometime in January. This book has been created, edited and published solely by myself and took 3 years to make it a reality. The book will be available for distribution, so if you are a vendor and would like to carry the book in your brick and mortar or webstore please email me. Stay Tuned to my blog site and my youtube account for official information on November 8th! Previous Fall Seasonal Specials As with every year, the time has come for the Annual Fall Seasonal Special. This special edition podcast is dedicated to the fall releases from vendors/artisans alike from all over the world. Previous Years Shows: See how much has changed ! Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Our next show will be 11-13-23 Until then…. Shave straight and Shave Safe! /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/28497938

Wet Shaving Talk For 18 October 2023 10/20/2023

Wet Shaving Talk For 18 October 2023 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is October 18th 2023. ______________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Big Bottom Dial Sale!! Proving Value going Up! Joe’s Honing Diagram! A little honing lesson for a friend! Awesome Way To Store a Kamisori! Fall Set from Holy Black Announced Fall Seasonal Special: 10/30/23 Working on a Big Project! Announcement on 10/30/23 ______________________________________________________________________________ Bottom Dial Recently Sold… Last cast we saw a Red Dot sell for over $1800. This week a Bottom Dial that needs a full restoration goes for $1800! What does this ean for collectors? Is it a good time to sell? I’ll tell you my thoughts. ______________________________________________________________________________ Joe’s Honing Diagram for A Friend ______________________________________________________________________________ Awesome Way to Store Kamisori Saw this on Badger and Blade and thought it was pretty cool. It’s difficult to store these without damaging the blade. There are other options as well: -Kamisori Holder set from Frugal Shave. ______________________________________________________________________________ 2023 Fall Set announced from Holy Black The Alchemist set from The Holy Black is the latest Halloween release! Mysteriorum Aromaticus: The Ancient Art of Alchemical Perfume Dive into a world of ancient mystique and modern allure with our latest Halloween box set. Inspired by the legendary journey of Alastair the Alchemist, this exclusive collection captures the essence of time, nature, and ethereal magic. With the Alchemist box set, you're not just crafting a fragrance; you're weaving stories, emotions, and a dash of ancient magic into every drop. Whether you're a fragrance aficionado, a lover of tales, or someone seeking a unique olfactory journey, this collection promises an experience that's as enchanting as the legend of Alastair himself. Gift it to a loved one or indulge yourself in this alchemical adventure, and let the magic of scents transport you through time and imagination. ______________________________________________________________________________ Fall Seasonal Special 2023 Coming to you on 10/30/23!!! Previous Years Shows: See how much has changed ! ______________________________________________________________________________ Working on a Big Project: I’ve been working on a big project (on and off) for the past few years. It looks like this project will be complete in the next month or so. More info to come! I will be announcing it on the next podcast! ______________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 10/30/23 Fall Seasonal Special : 10/30/23 Big Wet Shaving project: TBA soon! Until then… Shave Straight and Shave Safe!! /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/28359335

Wet Shaving Talk For 2 October 2023 10/04/2023

Wet Shaving Talk For 2 October 2023 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is October 2nd 2023. ______________________________________________________________________________ Today on the Show: Red Dot Fat Boy selling for $1225!! Value Increasing again! Stirling Pumpkin Spice. Better than any air freshener New Razor From Rex Supply! Talc Powder: My favorite Brand Electric Shaving in the car. Yes I saw this. Fall Seasonal Special: 10/30/23 Working on a Big Project! Almost done with it!! ______________________________________________________________________________ Red Dot Fat Boy selling for $1225!! Value Increasing again! Looks like rare vintage Gillette razors are on the up and up again! First Red Dot to sell over $1k in over a year (and it’s not even in that good of condition. What does this mean for the vintage market? ______________________________________________________________________________ Stirling Pumpkin Spice I recently used this soap, and wow! The whole house smelled like pumpkin spice! Just bloom and use and you’ll see what I’m talking about! ______________________________________________________________________________ New Razor by Rex Supply A new slant from Rex Supply. The Sentry. ______________________________________________________________________________ Talc Powder: When to Use and My Favorite Brand Using Talc powder is a must for that perfect after shave feel, especially after leaving the Barber Shop. It’s also great for prevention of chafing for both men and women and works well with feet. Felce Azzurra has been my brand for over 15 years, but Clubman also makes a great product. ______________________________________________________________________________ Electric Razor shaving in the Car The other day I was driving to work and saw a man shaving his face while driving on the FL Turnpike. I was amazed and felt bad for the guy. I’ll tell you the story. ______________________________________________________________________________ Fall Seasonal Special 2023 Coming to you on 10/30/23!!! Previous Years Shows: See how much has changed ! ______________________________________________________________________________ Working on a Big Project: I’ve been working on a big project (on and off) for the past few years. It looks like this project will be complete in the next month or so. More info to come! ______________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 10/16/23 Fall Seasonal Special : 10/30/23 Big Wet Shaving project: TBA soon! Until then… Shave Straight and Shave Safe!! /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/28199039

Wet Shaving Talk For 18 September 2023 09/20/2023

Wet Shaving Talk For 18 September 2023 You’re listening to Wet Shaving Talk powered by Sharpologist.com where we’re dedicated to preserving the art and skill of classic shaving. I’m your host Joe Borrelli and today is September 18th 2023. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Today on the Show: Awesome Video Series by Razor Emporium Shaving With Straights.. Still Going New Adjustable Blackland Razor Osprey Wet Shaving Forum Etiquette Continued Schick Injector Replica on Amazon Fall Seasonal Special: 10/30/23 Working on a Big Project! ______________________________________________________________________________ Awesome Video: 2 Part Series Really interesting 2 part video series by Matt and team from Razor Emporium. I really looked forward to this series and actually changed my work schedule in order to watch it un interrupted. After watching the second part I couldn’t help but get an Old Type Shave! ______________________________________________________________________________ Still Going with Straights Yes!! I’m still primarily shaving with straight razors! I'm enjoying it! I’ll tell you a little about my journey. ______________________________________________________________________________ New Adjustable by Blackland Blackland has been testing a new adjustable razor. Several youtube videos featuring the Osprey. Looking forward to seeing this razor join the line-up. ______________________________________________________________________________ Wet Shaving Forum Etiquette Continued Part 2: I have been more active on the forums lately ( getting back into the old routine) and really enjoying being back! I had a couple of emails sent regarding Wet Shaving Etiquette. I’ll discuss my findings as well. ______________________________________________________________________________ Replica Schick Injector on Amazon I recently discovered on Amazon. Reviews are mostly positive and the price is $22. Worth giving it a shot? ______________________________________________________________________________ Fall Seasonal Special 2023 Coming to you on 10/30/23!!! Previous Years Shows: See how much has changed ! ______________________________________________________________________________ Working on a Big Project: I’ve been working on a big project (on and off) for the past few years. It looks like this project will be complete in the next month or so. More info to come! ______________________________________________________________________________ Our show is powered by , “What Your Father Didn’t Teach You about Shaving” Special Thanks to: Mark aka Mantic 59 Most of All……….YOU!!!! Don’t forget to check out my blog site for the tips and interesting wet shaving stories! Please feel free to contact me at Subscribe to my l for videos regarding some interesting wet shaving content. Are you interested in sponsoring an episode? Contact Me!!! If you’re a vendor and would like to be featured on the show please contact me!! Next Show: 10/2/23 Fall Seasonal Special : 10/30/23 Big Wet Shaving project: TBA soon! /episode/index/show/sharpologist/id/28065840

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