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Another Shaving Journal
- Thread starter Graybeard57
- Start date
- LNHC Ouzoud
- Rudy Vey 22mm Muhle STF
- Schick G5 SE/Barber (Personna) blade (#1)
- WSP Black Orchid
Been enjoying my G5 Schick injector nonstop since Valentine's Day. Out of boredom and curiosity, I went on Etsy to check out their injectors. Prices are going up, but the selection is certainly there. I took a close look at a couple of gold handled ones, a green handled one like mine, and a Paul Revere model. All very tempting. Then I asked myself, will a different injector improve my shaves? Since I am 100% satisfied with what I've got, do I need/want another? No, I need no other injector, and while I'll never know for certain if there is not a better razor out there, I'm not curious enough to chase that possibility. I closed the browser and went back to watching baseball.
I here you and tend to use what works. Shaving isn't really a hobby for me, so I'm on the quest for a great shave and once I find something that works well I won't likely change it up until I find something that works better.
So I’ll mark you down both for Vector purchases
What's a Vector? Isn't that made by Bic or Gillette?
$300? Not in my budget!So I’ll mark you down both for Vector purchases
Yes, go for the gold. Get the 5 blade Vector!What's a Vector? Isn't that made by Bic or Gillette?
Bruce do you know what you could get for $300??? A Vector.
True, Ben. On the other hand, a car payment!
MilkCrate
"I am a Milk Crate with Dreams"
Or 30 vintage razors.
My Vector savings.
If this razor is so good, why would anyone ever sell one? Makes you wonder...
Dave in KY
Shave Newbie
- LNHC Ouzoud
- Rudy Vey 22mm Muhle STF
- Schick G5 SE/Barber (Personna) blade (#6)
- WSP Black Orchid
Enjoying the Barber blade. Seems to be somewhat milder than Schick. Another satisfying shave today.
- LNHC Ouzoud
- Rudy Vey 22mm Muhle STF
- Schick G5 SE/Barber (Personna) blade (#12)
- WSP Black Orchid
While reading others' journals this morning, it occurred to me that though my original hook into this hobby was the promise of saving money, that no longer motivates me. I'm drawn to achieving the perfect, most comfortable shaving experience. I only use high end soaps now, so saving money has gone out the window, as most don't last very long. However, I am enjoying my shaves now, even look forward to them. Priceless.
Enjoy your shaves, Cadre!
Great shave, Bruce. I'm of a similar mindset. Saving money was a cool idea, but because I have to shave for work it makes sense to make it as pleasurable as possible. I love my shaves. I'm a little bored with my 3017, but otherwise it's an awesome hobby.