9 More Cheap but Awesome Things (Great Value Buys for Men)

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00:00 Introduction
Quality and utility don’t always come with a high price tag. There are actually things that are useful and enjoyable to have, even though they’re cheap.
9 (More) Cheap But Awesome Things
00:40 1. Feather Razor Blades
Personally, Raphael's favorite blade is the Feather blade because it is the sharpest, and he has relatively thick beard hair.
Feather double-edge razor blades are famous for being extremely sharp, so if you’re still perfecting the art of shaving, it’s not a blade we’d recommend. Also, if you’re very thin here it may not be the best blade.
02:33 2. Smoked Maldon Sea Salt
It helps to enhance the flavors and aromas of your food. The special thing about their salt is that it has these relatively large crystals and if you look at it, you might think it’s extremely salty but, in fact, it’s not, which is why it’s a wonderful finishing salt that looks really nice on your dishes but it’s not overpowering.
03:43 3. Sleeve Ironing Board
It allows you to have a sleeve without any ugly ironing crease lines. While some people might not mind them on a shirt, a jacket with an ironed crease just looks terrible
04:32 4. Flexible Measuring Tape
If you ever want to order clothes online or if you have close alterations, you want a quality flexible measuring tape that doesn’t get longer or shorter as it ages.
We found that the Singer brand measuring tapes have stayed in good shape for years, and we can use them over and over again. Sometimes, they can be hard to find. You might spot them at antique shops or at flea markets. If you can’t find them, vinyl or fiberglass tape is a good substitute.
05:30 5. The Laundress Stain Solution
As noted in our guide on stain removal, it is best to apply a stain solution as soon as you can after the stain hits the garment, otherwise, it has more time to set in.
It works for so many different stains. It’s a solution that works best on organic stains, such as tannins and proteins. So, that would include wine, coffee, ink, grass, blood, or tomato stains.
06:51 6. CeraVe Lotion
If your skin is insufficiently moist, it leaves it dry, itchy, and uncomfortable. It’s also unsightly. While you can spend hundreds of dollars on brand name moisturizers, we found that the CeraVe does a really good job, and it doesn’t break the bank.
08:15 7. The Criterion Channel Subscription
They take a quality-over-quantity approach. Cinephiles may be already familiar with a Criterion Collection, which was started in 1984. The goal was to make significant, important, classic, and contemporary movies available to a large number of people.
10:19 8. Martini & Rossi Vermouth
Vermouth is basically a fortified wine, meaning liquor is added to wine and it is enhanced with botanicals to achieve a different flavor profile. Vermouth, in general, is a very versatile drink that can be enjoyed on its own.
12:22 9. Peter Pauper Journals
Peter Pauper Press all have a unique kind of artistic look with gold edging. It makes for a great gift and newlywed gentlemen should keep in mind that traditionally paper goods were the traditional one-year anniversary gift.
14:47 Outfit Rundown

[@renato2354]

0:59 that's Raphael's evil twin, he wears black suits with white socks, truly a maniac that needs to be stopped.

[@matthew24291]

that's horrible

[@joedirt6212]

That’s Archie bunker

[@joseamorales84]

No wonder he needs to dress well 😅

[@yungsimpson179]

I think these videos about finding good bargains and quality items for low prices are some of your best!

[@joh1552]

Raphael, I would love to hear you speaking German! Maybe you could do a video in German one day?

[@deniosgmbh7759]

Wäre echt interessant👍

[@prapanthebachelorette6803]

Ja bitte! 😊

[@andrewpowe6260]

A sleeve ironing board? All these years I've struggled and wondered. It exists! My uniforms and dress shirts will finally be sharp! Thanks for this list. Top notch. Also Feather blades are indeed amazing!

[@hpottstock]

12:46 "Dear Dairy..." SRS likes to address his lacteous food very formally.

[@davidfisher92]

Was just about to comment...

[@johnthevoice6270]

Of all things I was expecting to see in this video, was not the Criterion Channel! I love it and I recommend it to everyone who likes modern and classic films from all over the world. Good one Raphael!

[@babygerald4645]

A great recommendation, indeed. Criterion has been one of my pandemic lockdown survival tools.

[@widowrumstrypze9705]

But...l *canceled* TCC *years* ago! I was in the process of collecting ALL of the whole entire archive, years of hunting and picking stores, swap meets, pawn shops, online (no ordering from the actual Criterion house, that was cheating!) and I was making really great progress on my titles. Then one day my boyfriend called. He told me he had something bad to tell me, something that he knew that I was going to take very hard. It was about the Criterion Collection: they'd added......."ARMAGEDDON". "NOOOOO!!! YOU ARE THE FATHER OF ALL LIES!!!" I hung up on him, confirmed it, then dissloved into blubbering tears for the rest of the weekend. I was gutted. I felt sick. I STILL feel sick, but I want to be *over* it, already! I guess I can let *one* abscess of a Blockbuster on an otherwise unblemished landscape go. It SHOULD be overlooked. I want in on their CHANNEL, it sounds fantastic and I think I need it in my life!

[@Leo-sd3jt]

@@widowrumstrypze9705 I guess them adding Armageddon led to your own personal Criterion armageddon.

[@Sundayletsplay]

I’m a huge advocate for Maldon salt, and the smoked salt too. It really elevates any dish.

[@yuriseitzinger1715]

as a chef I thoroughly appreciate how the gent interests himself in the gastronomic arts. any man should be able to confidently prepare a (at least small) variety of meals/foods. thanks for the content sir!

[@AlvinFlang69420]

Oh my gosh I literally just bought that exact same CeraVe creme two days ago!! I highly recommend it too.

[@serge_oehn]

The Kaweco Sport Classic is a cheap but good beginners fountain pen. It can be optically upgraded with the also cheap clip. Tissot sells his swiss made watches for a pretty good price. Another option for an inexpensive good watch is Orient bambino. Jameson Whiskey is one of the best everyday whiykeys for a very good price!

[@Kacper_C]

I recently bought myself some feather blades but they are way too sharp for me and I butchered my face, my favorites are green Astra blades. I believe everyone should try different blades, just to figure out what works best through the trial and error.

[@ProxyBuks]

0:58 - 1:01 I would call this character a spanish/mexican Sven Raphael Schneider or in this case Severino Rafael El Sastre

[@food2430]

😂

[@russellgardener126]

Hi Raphael, the Martini Rosso is a must have for my lady and me. We use it to make a Negroni cocktail, ideal as a pre-dinner drink. As for Peter Pauper journals, I've been using them for years and absolutely love them. My good lady and I keep a memory journal of our time and life together and we use volumes of the Peter Pauper journals for that.

[@Tommy-mf8xp]

Feather blades are definitely great blades. I shave with Astra most of the time, but keep a pack or two of Feather around for when I only have time for a single pass. Martini and Rossi have some great products. The Brut is affordable enough to break out at casual dinners at home and is one of the few things my wife will drink.

[@authuser676]

The Preston/Little Lord Fauntleroy joke cracked me up!

[@lapatrie6568]

Thank you for the tips. I have been using feather lite yellow pack for a very long time. Excellent blades . I will look into the Maldon’s sea salt.

[@billace90]

Martini & Rossi is an exceptional sweet vermouth to drink with appetizers. Brings memories of Sunday lunches at my grandparents.

[@kingsatyrx]

Made me think of my Grandmother... M & R Sweet Vermouth was one of her favorites.

[@ciprianlewis]

Thank you for the knowledge. Big fan! Another quality journal I would recommend would be the ones from Code & Quill. Unfortunately, they are always sold out. Cheers!

[@ElderHiker]

Excellent video. I always appreciate your viewpoints and recommendations. I started using a Gillette double-edged razor based on your recommendation and I do not regret it. Thanks a million and keep these kinds of videos coming. Ciao

[@andreaspeters3773]

i love also my combo: feather blades and an edwin jagger rasor. The rasor is more on the mild side and perfect with an extra sharp blade..(for me) Not to mention the fun with the big world of shaving soaps and creams... The salt, stain remover and the journal i'll give a try... thanks

[@thepatriarchy7934]

Thanks for the journal idea, going with that for some Christmas gifts !!!

[@m.p.jallan2172]

Vertmouth looks appealing i will try that sometime. And the journals look great thanks.

[@leosigman7239]

Nice list. Thanks for the information about Peter Pauper. I see they make many kinds of paper goods in various sizes, but your metric / US conversions have me scratching my head.

[@nolamisskel]

Peter Pauper is wonderful! I have their note cards and I love the weight and feel of the paper. Highly recommend.

[@rodrigoparedes7764]

Criterion channel is great!

[@57broski]

I've been using the feather blades with my safety razor for just over a year now and love them. It was the Gentleman's Gazette just over a year ago that inspired me to make the switch!

[@CSGraves]

They are SO smooth. After a couple of shaves, they 'dull down' to razor sharp.

[@qwaqwa1960]

I've never had a bottle of red Vermouth last longer than a month. So...no freshness problem. My first bottle of white Vermouth was acquired ~15y ago, and is still going strong. Did I mention...? It's a 50 ml bottle :-}

[@AlexGarcia-xd6qx]

Great recommendations 🤩

[@roastbeef1010]

Thanks for this video, loved your last one!

[@lloydaurion-gaming46]

With the lotion: I was having issues even with various name brand lotions. I went to the doc and they told me to just use regular Vaseline. Make sure to get the name brand stuff. It’s super cheap. I bought a big tub of it I still haven’t gone all the way through after almost half a year. I apply it periodically in the day on my hands and after a shower on my face and hands

[@giantsparkplug3462]

I'm pretty sure Raphael wrote, "Dear Dairy" in his journal! 😄

[@alirizvi6297]

0:59 is actually Sven’s alternate universe doppelgänger who teaches young gentleman to wear brogues with tuxedos.

[@richardb22]

An interesting video. I particularly liked the journals. Richard

[@nancyoffenhiser4916]

I think it's wonderful that you have a daughter who is a toddler, and aren't afraid of your clothes staining because of The Laundress products. That's a great dad!!

[@wesleyayres7017]

Yeeees I was hoping for more of these

[@alanmoulsdale6172]

Great video! You now have a new subscriber from the UK. One product I love is Arko shave soap. Very inexpensive, gives a great lather & lasts a long time.

[@michelesantolini4342]

I like that old style Martini bottle, here in Italy the label has been redesigned and they dropped "e Rossi" from the name

[@TigerofRobare]

I've had a couple bottles of vermouth for about a decade now!

[@justinleemiller]

Manufactus journals are the best. Their store is in Rome but you can find their journals at Barnes & Noble or at museum shops. You will love them.

[@misteroz]

Great video, as always. Bought my first safety razor about ten years ago and would never go back to cartridges. Didn’t realise Maldon Salt had such an international following, I only live a few miles away!

[@JulieDeuxFois]

My favorite vermouth is Noilly-Prat... the red one especially is often impossible to find here in Quebec, so when I find some I buy a few cases. And because not a lot of people enjoy its herbal flavor, I have more for me!

[@LegendofLaw]

I have been a subscriber for years... but this is the first time it has come up in my feed.

[@alienrobotcommando]

I love feather blade!! Great blades and great shaves.

[@omard7348]

Some good collar stays & tiedowns as well cheap and 100% recommendated

[@GallantKnight98]

I've been using CeraVe Lotion and Facewashes for years! I agree that it works and it does last a good bit.

[@darrenmorrison4335]

Very helpful.

[@andband6786]

Epic. Thank you so much. How about mid-priced but awesome ? Series Or Premium priced but awesome part 2

[@gentlemansgazette]

yes, those could be good videos.

[@misterjib]

Maldon smoked sea salt already in my cupboard, so tasty. *chefs kiss*

[@dennischiapello3879]

I'm glad to see Martini & Rossi vermouth recommended. It needs no apology. Carpano Antica, while a very fine vermouth, has a vastly different flavor profile from most other red vermouths. In particular, it has a strong vanilla note. It does not necessarily work well when mixing a cocktail like a Manhattan or a Negroni. Of course, to each their own taste, whether mixing it or drinking it on its own. I'm happy to have less expensive vermouths for excellent mixing, and once in a while I'll buy a small bottle of Carpano as a treat.

[@brenttesterman1198]

Great photo of your little kiddo! When my three adult children were that age it was the best time of my life, enjoy it while you can. Excellent content as always. That guy shaving looks like the brother of the crooner kid. Peace

[@YungMonie007]

Double razors are the best in my opinion. I also have used that cream and its very good.

[@ljr35]

good advice on Vermouth. Antica Formula is amazing - I also like their entry level brand Punt e Mes which is half the price. I would also recommend Spanish Sherry based Vermut from the likes of Lustau - these can be stunningly good and are underpriced

[@zunedog31]

Maldon is indeed awesome

[@madmike8v72]

Very interesting content, subscribed.

[@adrianostberg2337]

I like the crease in my dress - shirt

[@olivier8919]

Hi Raphael, what about swiss army knives, a pocket knife of the french brand Opinel or Ballistol Oil for an upcoming video?

[@iansmith3877]

Jinhao 159 fountain pen in place of a Montblanc 149. It is ridiculously cheap but the medium nib is usually quite good, and if not can be swapped with an better German made nib. Most places you can find for less then $10.

[@r.vazquez7880]

I’ve been using CeraVe soap and moisturizer for about two years. Big difference in skin elasticity and moisture. Won’t make you look like a 20 year old but you won’t look like a prune either.

[@jeffhreid]

Excellent video. A cheap but good product that I use is Vitalis Hair Tonic. Leaves my hair neat and manageable but never stiff or greasy. I found it completely eliminated any dandruff for me which I previously had to deal with. Highly recommended.

[@spade2you]

Thanks for the vid. Any solid alternatives to Laundress? Amazon doesn't seem to have it.

[@michaelhamilton812]

Very good ideas for gifts as well. I have a question what is the best travel bag hanger I could buy? Something that I can travel; keep my bag off the floor when I eat at a table while traveling. Not dainty like a woman's purse holder.

[@dominicleach1354]

This guy really like Corduroy trousers, nothing wrong with that, just an observation

[@robertthorn9560]

It's funny that you made that observation, I just bought 5 pairs(Corduroy) which I been wearing all fall into winter. I found them in a stretch waist band which accommodates my ever change weight gains and loss; very comfortable fabric with a rustic look, great with my tweeds...my fashion style is the retired look....comfort is my top priority.

[@biteme8905]

I love these videos, its such a breath of fresh air from, the rest of the human race

[@kennethMblake]

I must admit, sometimes I listen just because I like Raphel's accent. It's compelling and unlike anyone I have ever met before. It makes me want to hear what he has to say next.

[@ForTheLoveOfSuits]

Raphael, I didn’t now you had a toddler. I have an 18 month old girl and for a long time I didn’t know why I was getting sticky or oily stains on my trousers. Of course it was my little girl grabbing hold of me in the mornings before I went to work. So now I wear chinos until I am about to leave.

[@ProxyBuks]

I personally prefer Astra and Derby over Feather as it makes me bleed like it is the first time I am shaving with DE razor

[@gentlemansgazette]

Yes, knowing what works for you and your skin is key. Basically, all DE blades are better than cartrdige systems.

[@joseph_soseph9611]

I use starlino hotel vermouth. It harmonises well with the whisky I use for my manhattans which is bullet rye.

[@harkalyjonas]

Could you make (or recommend) a video showing the types of shoes and what they are for?

[@thathyapuran9681]

@Gentleman's Gazette Hey,make a video for teen boys style and grooming please😃

[@junocowans6242]

Yes! I would love this as I am one myself.

[@thathyapuran9681]

@@junocowans6242 😃

[@nikodemg6608]

But he already made a video on how to dress your age

[@elizabethclaiborne6461]

CeraVe is the best moisturizer made, and it’s at the drugstore. Hylauronic acid has a nice cosmetic effect along with moisture retention, it plumps up fine lines for 12 hours. Every little bit helps. This is a good list. Man knows his stuff.

[@vojtechtax9723]

I've had my eyes set on a nice bottle of red vermouth for a while now, guess I know which to pick up

[@halfinchholes88]

Feather makes a very sharp blade. They seem a little too aggressive to me. My current favorite of over a year now, is Voskhod (and $12/100 blades). A wonderful blade when loaded into my Merkur 510 or Yaqi flipside. I've tried +25 different blades, but usually return to the Voskhod.

[@tomludlow8029]

I am familiar, and agree, with two of these!

[@SordoBjorn]

Man, Vermouth is quite expensive on your side of the Atlantic Ocean; here in Belgium that same bottle would be about $9 (converted) at a regular store. or a 1.5l bottle (double) for about what you paid for 750ml

[@joshn.5625]

I know cocktail connoisseurs don’t like Martini vermouth, but it’s my go to. My favourite drink is the Negroni and I find the more expensive vermouths too sweet and syrupy. I find the Martini results in a more balanced drink (to my palate anyway).

[@simonveraz]

High quality, as usual!

[@gentlemansgazette]

Glad you think so!

[@baileygregg6567]

@@gentlemansgazette I'm just wondering about cooking with vermouth now🔥 I'm wondering how well it work for red-wine-chicken recipe that I've used before🍀

[@DavidS-iy8bb]

Great value for the jacket

[@lance-biggums]

This guy is a connoisseur of all the finer things in life, not just clothing

[@glumfish6862]

The feathers are great! But because they are so good you don’t need to change them that often they last long

[@callingacejack1334]

I usually use voshkods, the cheapest I've found them was for .06€. I haven't used feathers yet as I think that the price is a bit high. While Merkur Blades are great, always IMO, I also think that they're expensive. In our local shop they are 10 times more expensive than the voshkods. As a Benchmark, I've bought 100 Astra's for 8€, 100 Voshkods for 6€ and 10 Wilkinsons for 2.55€. The best results I've had with the cheaper blades. Both with a shavette and a Merkur Futur. But my skin and hair is probably different to yours and the feathers might be better for for you.

[@NJLev]

Feathers are expensive and overrated.

[@glumfish6862]

@@NJLev I've used them. The are really nice blades, although Astra is better value for money. But even then the price differences are not so big and compared to conventional razors still really cheap.

[@rsnc23]

You forgot Tuesdays at Popeyes, Totts sparking wine, the one with the plastic stopper, the polyester ties and simulated, tapioca flour cheese both at Dollar Tree and the the little booties, the lil tubes of toothpaste and the clear plastic discharge day bags with the handles ( better than Prada! ) that are all handed out at Emergency.

[@DemetriosLevi]

It took me way longer than it should have to realize that was Preston! I'd love to see you grow out a full beard one day, Rafael...you go the genes!

[@heimatliebe116]

Try Zote soap for stains. Works, is cheap, and lasts a looong time.

[@realchuckp]

fyi there are vintage manual razor blade sharpeners (a little mechanical gadget) you can use to sharpen your double edged blades. no need to throw them out!

[@rishabhawadhiya6809]

Love from India

[@markwoldin162]

Ths is excellemt.

[@davidc5191]

Looks like the sleeve ironing board would be good for pants legs too.

[@thomasoneill5744]

Hi Raphael, have you ever tried The Ordinary skincare products, I’d highly recommend you check them out if you have not, very affordable for a high quality product

[@DeanstuD]

My wife works in the Dairy industry. She kept a diary. I am disexlic, but I did learn calligraphy in 1983.

[@MP_Single_Coil]

Feather blades are the absolute best.

[@falxonPSN]

I think Preston would pull off a moustache pretty well based on this video.

[@marcozg77]

I prefer Carpano Classico for Manhattans. Still pretty cheap but very good (better than Antigua Formula IMHO) especially with Bulleit Rye (which is also a decently priced but excellent product).

[@liamchefstone87]

Hand cut steak fries with maldon smokes are just phenomenal

[@bobsagget9212]

Nice

[@rachelgarber1423]

I have a sleeve ironing board

[@gemina218]

Martini Rosso is a good vermouth, but the premium is Yzaguirre

[@YoutubeInes]

0:58, ahahah! I really like to watch your videos :)

[@srijantandon2698]

Million dollar collar is another great value product

[@baileygregg6567]

absolutely loving this but I can't help but think how would you iron a leather jacket if it had spikes and studs from say a brand like Demonia/Rebel markets💀💜🇺🇸🇬🇧 still a gentleman I just look crass😹

[@jackfordmac]

Don’t think you can iron leather my guy

[@rorsharch]

I don’t know why I can’t stop watching you nerds and your dad jokes.

[@Ren_184]

Honestly I only know of Martini because of the Rallye racing team.