STRAIGHT RAZOR GRINDS DEFINED

  Let’s take a moment to discuss the various grinds you will find today. There are approximately 16 different grinds, but we’ll go over the top 4 categories to keep it simple. The grinds are classified by the hollowness of the blade. Essentially, the thinner the blade is closer to the edge, the more hollow…

DOES SIZE REALLY MATTER????

The question of the day ….Does Size Really Matter?  ……..with straight razors????? To better understand this question lets first go over the true meaning of “Size”. Size is determined by the width of the blade in an easy to read fraction such as 4/8, 5/8, 13/16 and so on. So now the age old question…

ANNOUNCING THE 3RD ANNUAL SOUTH FLORIDA MEET-UP!

If your located in South Florida or looking for a vacation spot this is the meet-up for you! Check out their Facebook Page or message me for more details!! Here are just some of what’s going on during the meet-up: Release of a special edition Shave Soap and Aftershave provided by Soap Commander Unveiling of the official SFWS…

The Guide To Strops Is Here!!!

Originally posted here on the Sharpologist website.   The time has come.  You’ve chosen your razor, you’ve learned to lather with a shaving brush, and you’re mentally ready to start shaving with a straight razor. Your next step is to purchase a shaving strop.   Of course this decision can’t be easy.  There are so many different types,…

Let’s Talk Kamisori

  Just when you’ve seen it all, the world of wetshaving throws you another curve ball!  What’s this weird looking razor you ask? It’s possibly the most “common” razor in the past 1000 years! The Japanese “Kamisori” straight razor has its roots well in to the middle ages. Originally used to shave the heads of…

Facebook Here We Come!!!!

Happy Groundhog’s Day everyone. Hopefully there won’t be another 6 weeks of winter. Today seemed fit for our Facebook release.  We are very excited to expand our horizons into a new endeavor. Our Facebook page will feature both new and past posts so be on the look-out for some interesting stuff.  There’s a a lot of…