Gillette Ad Reaction - What It Means For The Modern Gentleman

[@gentlemansgazette]

Share your thoughts with us on the recent Gillette advertisement, and on our reaction video! This is a hot-button topic, but remember to keep your comments civil and constructive, as befits a gentleman!

[@europebasedvlogs1251]

Hey gentleman, Could you please come up with a video indicating all these nonsense brands like Nike, adidas, Gucci, lv etc. And what is its purpose in the society? My main concern is for the youth which are getting persuaded in a wrong way by all these rappers, singers and even sportsmen. Thanking you -Tanmay, a 10th grader.

[@europebasedvlogs1251]

@Gentleman's Gazette

[@tristanvanandel4888]

Well i honestly think it’s a using cheap sentiment for marketing. Using fashionable gender attitudes in commercials always ages badly. On the commerical itself it is not inspiring, rather condescending. the brand behaves like a kindergarten teacher and taps men on the fingers for unrelated behaviors. Egard watches had a better spin on it by highlighting what they admire in men not like Gilette who puts them down.

[@thetrumpnewsnetwork7503]

I think you gave a fair assessment and made some valid points.

[@christusrex8158]

First of all, he made several very good points, but he missed the point of the Gillette advertisement, like many people, who are good natured, but blinded to the seriousness of the War on Masculinity. Second, I like this channel, because he does seem to want men to become better. Lastly, I believe I do not have to go into everything in this video, like his comments on sexism, or boys will be boys, but again, this channel is good, so I will not boycott him or such. Yet. Anyway, I thank him for making his other videos, for they really have, and will make me more of a gentleman.

[@footcuts_br]

I think we don't need less masculinity. We need better masculinity. Honest and respectful men. Gentlemen. Congrats Raphael

[@aldaoroman]

Got a question, everybody wants "Better masculinity", ok ¿In exchange of what?. It's not all "I want".

[@NochSoEinKaddiFan]

@@aldaoroman What are you trying to say?

[@aldaoroman]

@@NochSoEinKaddiFan Read my first comment again, it's not that hard to understand.

[@doctorpc1531]

@@aldaoroman No, but it remains very unclear as to what precisely are you suggesting are the tradeoffs here - you imply one exists, but it certainly isn't intuitive for the rest of us as to what it is you're pointing to.

[@aldaoroman]

@@doctorpc1531 People see 24/7 always a Man as responsible of all the evils of the world ¿Why would one bother in having "Better masculinity"?, don't expect anything if you don't give anything.

[@JTNetw0rks]

"The product itself sucks." LOL

[@mrr9108]

the ironie is that Gillette the great masters of morality (sarcasme )sell the same razors at a higher price for women😂😂.

[@bryanmartinez6600]

But it's pink so obviously it has higher value

[@Beanmachine91]

Ooh burn!

[@benrex7775]

There are two possible reasons. 1. Either the women are willing to pay more for the same product. 2. Or it isn't the same product. What if the form of the razor is more difficult to make or has some other feature which increases the production cost but improves quality? Most people completely ignore that part and just look for inequality.

[@nonemo138]

I think it's very interesting how so many men say that they don't know why man who harasses women, while every woman knows someone who's been harassed. Not all men harass, but a whole lot of men seem to be way too accepting about what some men do. Being a gentleman is not just about keeping your hands to yourself. It's also about not just allowing harassment to carry on.

[@briank.7471]

Just remember, no matter what you think they're selling, you're just buying a product. A Gillette in your razor stand today doesn't make you any more a gentleman, than a roll of Brawny on the kitchen counter makes you a lumberjack. Too much emphasis on brand association these days I think.

[@Mike-tf7wb]

...but boycotting gillette and standing against misandry and the telling our sons they're bad for being boys DOES make you more of a man.

[@alvinprettyman1802]

gillette = McDonalds ... puts it in perspective ... your channel is making me a better person

[@Lycosa]

Not the McDonald's hate again.... age old joke.

[@iepictic5489]

Lycosa Nobody is hating mcDonalds

[@achillaritoarellano6875]

Morag kag gwapo pestiha ka!!!

[@TROY-MCCLURE-1991]

I thought Gentlemen’s Gazette doesn’t even use Gillette. I thought Gentlemen’s Gazette uses a high quality straight razor.

[@gentlemansgazette]

You're correct--we do advocate for the use of more traditional methods, like straight razors and double-edged safety razors, in most cases. You can take a look at all of our grooming and shaving content, here: www.gentlemansgazette.com/grooming-shaving-guide/? Thanks for watching! - Preston

[@Hosenanzugtasche]

Gillette is a P&G brand, as is Astra, the most common razor blade. So in a sense, simply using DE razors isn't even getting away from Gillette if that's the goal.

[@DubbleM900]

And of course, the video is about what it means to be a gentleman, not shaving.

[@SPNKr16]

@JMB Holdings I use Feather for years so far. I think they're still Japanese.

[@Project-Masculinity]

They didn't lost a customer here ... I havnt been a customer of theirs for years now Double edged and straight razor all the way.. better and cheaper..

[@HoyeGraphics]

I started using my Grandfather's old Safety Razor just out of sheer desperation after running out of disposable razors... I've never looked back. Classic way's the best way.

[@BGriffith85]

Without a doubt! DE razor and feather blades have saved me so much money and provide a superior shave

[@nopeynope7378]

sadly I am, because their cartridge-razors are the only one that work for me without irritating my face.

[@simonosborne3047]

Try a safety razor. No irritation because they work differently from cartridge razors.

[@Lycosa]

Yep. Gillette used to make safety razors too though, and they still make some DE Razor Blades, I believe... at least branded as gillette. But yeah, cart razors are expensive and not the best for many men.

[@pietbrookman1927]

To be honest....I see more gentlemen than gentle women nowadays. Especially when I look at younger people like my 20 year old son.

[@billysinge8977]

Yeah, many young women these days have no class.

[@clownphabetstrongwoman7305]

@@billysinge8977 where I work 99% of young women are tattooed. Majority of women here are tattooed actually, like sailors.

[@LunarOverdrive]

@@clownphabetstrongwoman7305 being tatooed doesn't magically lower your worth as a human being.

[@clownphabetstrongwoman7305]

@@LunarOverdrive not magically, you are right.

[@DanielMartinez316]

I disagree with you, Sven Raphael. The fact that dangerous jobs are done mostly by men has to be recognized in the children’s books and that is not sexist.

[@thecollector5243]

I understand your side but I don't think tough soldiers and firefighters have a marketing problem there just yet, if children's books show that women can do stuff, too. In my hometown for example the WW2 bomb diffuser is a woman (the rest of the team was killed by an explosion in 2010). In China constructions workers and especially crane drivers are mostly women. The army and police in Israel is full of tough ladies. And I am the first one to say that strength counts for many of the jobs that are considered dangerous and that men have a far greater potential for strength and thus do well in these jobs. But teaching your children that women are competent as well, does not negate the achievements of men.

[@DanielMartinez316]

@@thecollector5243 OK,

[@TonyStark-ck3wk]

0:46 to 0:59 - Sven just absolutely lays into Gillette

[@LewdCustomer]

Gentlemen strive to improve.

[@BibbityBop]

Great video. I think a lot of the controversy was due to the perception that the video brought men down or portrayed them negatively, rather than build men up. You can imagine if the same was done for other groups. I felt that your commentary was nuanced and much more appreciated.

[@BLacknesmonstaz]

I just saw a woman grab a guys crouch, she didn't care and crowd laughed.... He was very upset. This video is a reflection of lack of men in boys lives. Teachers are mostly women and many single parents are women. The boys are growing up without a proper man in their lives. Boys learning bad influences without correction from the start.

[@m.m.i.9586]

That is really awful! I agree that both boys and girls need more real-life role models, who can model honest, respectful, and kind behavior.

[@hughtubecube]

Being that what you ‘witnessed’ plays so perfectly into the narrative you clearly already believed, I’m having some trouble in believing that this ridiculous story ever happened.

[@davidhirschv7903]

But to have a good man, there must also be bad men. People today are trying to shut up men and take away there roles and there influence which is the beginning of an end to society, unless the government replaces men, which has already been happening.

[@antonypereira1098]

​@@FreeNationNewsExactly! I'm not sure if you agree with my stance but I just wish people can see the point that we need to create a new cultural narrative for the next generation. We need role models to make sure we progress and adapt to this new culture, one that is respectful, civilized, and healthy.

[@TinaLeder]

Raphael, you bring so much class in the men's fashion niche of KZbin.👌 This *gentlemen* aspect is what makes your subscribers in a higher tier beyond dressing well.🤵

[@holoholohaolenokaoi2299]

I've become a total chick magnet just by simply implementing Gentleman's Gazette advice.

[@BlakeMadsen]

@@holoholohaolenokaoi2299 Anyone that calls themselves a 'chick magnet' most likely isn't.

[@AG-su1bc]

Oh well. I'm under no obligation to listen to Gillette on living standards.

[@Filippirgos]

It's easy. They wanted to challenge KZbin rewind 2018 for the number of dislikes.

[@spoudaois4535]

I don't like the part where the guy's friend stops him from talking to the girl on the street.

[@thecollector5243]

No offense, because obviously many men don't realize this (and probably have no bad intention) - but most women will feel threatened if they are just stopped by a stranger in the street and will not react favourably. It's not the same as if he struck up a conversation with someone he meets while waiting in line for coffee. If you want women to feel hunted though, then this is the way to go 👍

[@spoudaois4535]

@@thecollector5243 I quit doing cold approaches. If a gal smiles at me I'll go talk to her. It works out better to have some type of invitation to converse.

[@vindicator75]

Glad to see you are still doing these radio type shows

[@MrKersey]

I really enjoy watching your videos and listening to your voice, it's so soothing, not to mention how much I learned from you!

[@vincentmoohanbuddie5392]

I'll be giving up my mach 3 and switching to Wilkinson sword and I urge my fellow gentlemen to do the same. I'm not going to be preached to by Gillette.

[@SPNKr16]

Wilkinson double edge, I think it's only available in plastic. Otherwise go for a vintage model.

[@Likwidl]

Go ahead and switch to a double edge razor while you're at it. You won't look back

[@henrymarks2237]

@Gentleman'sGazette this was a great insight into being a gentleman today, I am just an 8th grader and this is really helpful becoming a gentleman, as I am surrounded in all of this negativity. could you make a video on etiquette for students to help me become the best person I can be? Greetings from Washington D.C -Henry

[@gentlemansgazette]

A good suggestion, Henry! In the meantime, you can take a look at all of our etiquette-related content, here: www.gentlemansgazette.com/etiquette-guide/? Thanks for watching! - Preston

[@EdgarVerona]

I wanted to chime in and say that I'm proud of you for having this level of introspection at such a young age. Keep thinking about and working towards being a good example of how people can treat others with respect. Lots of kids your age won't understand, and may even belittle you for it: but I can promise you that you are taking the correct path. Hopefully there will be at least a few people who see the respectful example you set, and will learn from it.

[@henrymarks2237]

@@EdgarVerona thank you so much, while I am teased a little for wearing chinos and casual dress shirts most days, It is nice to get respect for you know... not being a complete fool. I still am a little snarky sometimes, like when people ask me why i'm dressed up, all in all though I've learned so much from this channel!

[@henrymarks2237]

@@gentlemansgazette Preston, thank you so much for sharing that link! that is a wonderful set of articles. while some do not apply to me ( I don't think i'll need to give a best man's speech in the near future) the general etiquette guide Is really helpful! Thanks again!, -Henry

[@stevenjohnsrud4655]

I know you don't need my input but I would love to see you and Henry Marks do that video together. He might just be a 8th grader but he is going to be amazing. Thanks for all you do.

[@momotheelder7124]

In the scene where a man stops another man from talking to a woman there isn't really any sign of harassment, only that he finds her attractive and wants to talk to her-totally natural behaviour and I think it is very irresponsible to portray that as by definition negative behaviour.

[@kyleduddleston4123]

Right, that guy could have just been prevented from meeting the love of his life. Nothing wrong with being attracted to a woman and then pursuing a relationship with her.

[@nopeynope7378]

Gillette believes in our money.

[@MrTallguy1999]

I think you've forgotten the context of the advertisement. Without this context you gain only certain level of understanding as to what is happening. This advertisement feels like a stern telling off for something that most men just don't engage in. It's been happening more and more in society and it's exemplified by the behaviour exhibited in the video. For example, bullying isn't an activity that's perpetrated by boys any more than girls, in fact you'll find that most verbal and online bullying is done by girls. Additionally, fighting can be good for young boys because it teaches them their physical strength and how that affects others, so that when they do become strong enough to actually hurt someone, they don't. The office scene is quite unsubstantiated too, you could make a case that speaking down to someone like that is about power hierarchies in business and not about gender. It's all of these aspects that make a mountain out of a mole hill. Of course these issues exist and of course they're not correct behaviour but the people who exhibit these behaviours know they're wrong and most are not exclusive or even mostly done by men. We seem to differ on the idea of equality too. Regarding Fortune 500 companies, it's not about whether there should be a certain proportion of men and women. It's about having the equal opportunity to be in that position. Equal opportunity and equal outcome are very different ideas. Given that there's equal opportunity for both men and women to be in those roles, there is no issue with a higher proportion of a certain gender in a certain role. If you strive for equal outcome, you no longer have meritocracy. A Gillette advertisement should show men in a positive light, not a negative one. A watch company called Egard made a good version of this advertisement. I think people will do well to view this version as a reference for what being a man and masculinity is actually about.

[@alexcarrillo3598]

Exactly. He missed the point, or maybe he avoided it, either way, I disagree with his point of view.

[@dylanbonnet2675]

Here here

[@endautrestermes]

I like the balanced take on the gender issue. I'm used to be a bit too polarized on these questions, and I really appreciated your video. Great point the tendency on secure personalities to empower their peers, I will definitely reflect on that.

[@simonosborne3047]

It's good to get a glimpse of your psyche, Raphael. I think I come from an age where the school system encouraged boys to be gentlemen, and it seems the people in my life regard me as one. As an example I have spent the last 25 years training tradition Japanese martial arts - karate & kendo - and these arts seem to attract the more gentlemenly types rather than thugs. As regards shaving, I use a Dovo straight razor & a Merkur safety razor. Try a straight razor; they're surprisingly easy to use.

[@karodora]

When I was a kid in the days of black-and-white television, Gillette was the sponsor of boxing matches every Friday evening.

[@krinkrin5982]

Most if not all professions in German have both a masculine and feminine form of the noun. In fact, it's trivial to form a feminine version of a profession name and it never sounds wrong or weird. It's the same with Latin. The whole 'men earn more' argument often ignores that men also often put in more work and longer hours (going into overtime more often for example). There were multiple female coworkers at my job who were just cruising from one time-off to the next. There was one that worked about a quarter worth of actual hours put in over about 5 years, constantly switching between L4 (medical leave, where you still earn 80%), vacation (where you also earn 80%), and maternity leave. Of course there were many who put in solid work too. I just want to give you perspective.

[@davidhirschv7903]

Also bullies are not cool but it teaches a boy (who has a strong father) to deal with life and those who will want to beat him down. It teaches him to solve problems on his own. It prepares him for the real world. With a strong father, the boy will make it through but with a weak feminine father, the boy will fail and give up.

[@uglukthemedicineman5933]

Truth. You become stronger by overcoming weakness, not embracing it.

[@olorcain]

Well said Sven. I have enjoyed all the content I have seen since coming to the Gentleman's Gazette. I have learned a lot. Thank you.

[@PhilippVoegtli]

If we have to justify the value of men, shows me something is going wrong in this world.

[@ericwilliams4300]

There's nothing more dangerous to a free people than when virtue signalling runs away with itself.

[@doublesutz]

I am extremely respectful of women and consider myself a good person but I think I’m sick of the constant political correctness shoved down my throat. I’m sad I bought a bunch of razors a month ago at Costco from Gillette but will be switching to Harry’s when I’m out. I liked Gillette but I feel betrayed.

[@Jim58223]

switch to a DE razor or a straight razor, much better for your skin, wallet and the planet

[@TheLuxma]

What's wrong with political correctness?

[@eoinmaclean6478]

“A true gentleman is one that apologizes anyways, even though he has not offended a lady intentionally. He is in a class all of his own because he knows the value of a woman's heart.” ~ Shannon Alder “What a loss it would be if feminism killed chivalry.” ~ Joyce Rachelle

[@herbeyspucturs8925]

I am all about people taking a stance, I may not agree with it, but I respect people's opinions. I do not agree with Gillette's stance, and I'm not using it again. Why? Because I don't want my razor telling me what to do, feel and think.

[@sal_peter]

So you think that women should be treated like objects and that children should be bullied?

[@herbeyspucturs8925]

@@sal_peter I never said that. You took what I said out of context.

[@thepatriarch6144]

@@sal_peter Women that dress like objects should be treated like objects if by bulling you mean not associating or telling others to not associate with certain kids then sure.

[@sal_peter]

@@thepatriarch6144 have you ever considered that people (not just women, men as well) dress a certain way because they like themselves that way and not because they want others to treat them a certain way? I myself am a man who likes fashion, but I like to dress up for myself, not so I can be objectified by women.

[@thepatriarch6144]

@@sal_peter Doesn't matter why they dress that way I have every right to treat them differently based on that. The idea that you can dress however you like without judgement is literally insanity.

[@The_Dancing_Elephant]

His accent is just ear-candy

[@asfandasadiq4634]

Your dressing is on point ! Very inspirational

[@daddyw1719]

I would love to see the day when a man steps in to save another man from abuse from a woman.

[@generic_asian_]

Sadly it will never happen. Because we hold women on pedestals while we blame men for every problem in our society.

[@Mike-tf7wb]

I did. My sister in law who has borderline personality was throwing kitchenware and my brother, and my bortherly instinct kicked in. I have no love for her, so i subdued her as was necessary. In my experience, the average woman is more like to be loco, but maybe it's just Colorado.

[@GFKCEG]

2:16 that's not treating as an object; you dont flirt unnapropiatly to an object. Women confuse objects with being desirable or flirty. Grabbing stranger's women has never been fine, but that's not men's fault. Women do that too but we men don't base our selfsteem on if others think of us as "objects".

[@oe2706]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Good job!

[@thepassionofthegoose5472]

Masculinity, in general, is context specific. Most men who understand this understand how to code-switch when the situation calls for it. I appreciate any help we can give younger (and older) generations to be better people for the sake of themselves, their families and communities. That said, I feel that the message in the advertisement was misguided in its myopic nature, which reduces masculinity to something one-demential for the sake of selling an outdated product. Cheers.

[@joshuaschmidt4161]

Your fashion advice is traditional. Your views on this are not. I'll just tune in for the fashion, not the political commentary.

[@rogueskypilot4116]

Agreed

[@fionafiona1146]

How is being a decent person a not traditional value?

[@FX-op3xh]

So you're trying to say that all your political views are traditional? Wanna take away women's voting rights because that was how it was in the "good old days"? Sheesh.

[@thepatriarch6144]

@@FX-op3xh Yes I think any real gentlemen would be opposed to all forms of equality.

[@thepatriarch6144]

@@fionafiona1146 Being a decent person is not defined by 1960s far left beliefs about equality.

[@johndelye3402]

I don't know-if I see a nice woman and want to speak to her,not hound her,I wouldn't appreciate some random guy grabbing me and saying "Not cool, not cool". I'd probably ask "Who are you and why are you touching me?",lol.

[@metalman7825]

It’s happened guys, the culture war has begun bleeding into everyday life, thank you for coming out.

[@lordlucan7655]

it’s not an advert .. it’s an agenda

[@gabrielcho999]

Hello Raphael, I recommend you watch Dr Jordan Peterson on the pay gap that you talked about in the video, or why men occupy the top position on the top companies. We've practically reached equality, but feminism/post-modernism want equity, and that's completely different. I agree on most of your points in the video though.

[@gatorcellman]

"Because the boys watching today, will be the women of tomorrow"!

[@somguy5035]

The income stuff near the end was nonsense. Yes, it is literally because they do better work. If income was 100% merit-based, women would earn even less.

[@fredfeltz7229]

You make some good points. The part that annoys me is the guy stopping the other guy from talking to the woman. If we stop doing that then we stop making people and just have laying in empty factories. Great solution I guess.

[@DeltaSniper1000]

I need a drink after this.

[@beesofst.ambrose9306]

Is Gilette also going to make a video about women?

[@DaveMiller2]

Vin Diesel is right, but he could stand to listen to his own advice.

[@Agrippa31BC]

The only women who ever said I was sexist were feminists. My fiancée doesn’t find me sexist at all, but I must say, I was raised the old way, I strongly believe in gender functions, and even though women can do most things men can, doesn’t mean they should. For example, I can understand when they want to work in creative jobs, but to let women in physically dangerous careers seems to me an ungentlemanly thing, I mean, as men we should protect women physically.

[@m.m.i.9586]

@Stylish, I totally agree with you. Throughout history, many women have contributed to society by working in dangerous environments, and if a lady is both qualified and inclined to do so, I think that it is right and perfectly honorable to commend her for her work.

[@GFKCEG]

8:45 women are actually splitting apart society with coments like this. A word that represents both sexes means union. This "firewoman" is actuay being sexist trying to be inclusive. Arent you supposed to see men and women equally? Why do you need to point out women exists apart? And by the way, there are way more men in certain jobs like that than women. Fighfighter, policemen, trash collectors, fishermen. Not only because of mens nature, because a gentleman wont encourage women to risk their lifes on those jobs.

[@mrr9108]

GFK CEG Well said

[@valarauka6611]

i don't accept moral commandments from a company

[@adrianjuarez1162]

Nor should you ever should you should get or learn moral commandments from friends and family never ever to a billion dollar company if you do that then wake up people with way more money than you shouldn’t tell you other wise.

[@tangchiprathomo819]

Gillette attacked their own biggest customers. I won’t be surprised if 2019 gonnna be financially plummeted year for them...

[@the_absurd_hero]

Extremely true! They really shot themselves in the foot on this one.

[@patrickwaldron3984]

Never understood how 9:36 is “not cool”…he sees an attractive women and wants to go talk to her and this dude’s like “not cool not cool” like what? 😂

[@MrZavalon74]

Well, an advice that comes from protect And gambler. Yeah, I am super happy that a company accused of child labor abuse preaches me about how yo behave

[@JimmyMac717]

I’ll never buy Gillette or Procter and Gamble products again.

[@Stevenmulraney]

Why did all the bad people look the same? They were all of the European peoples. The people who don't exactly commit a lot of crimes or misbehave compared to certain other groups. I think the greater context was missed, here

[@Stevenmulraney]

@@mwrkhan was it about a rank ordering of crime rates or absolute terms? All you people have is dishonesty. Criminality is about tendencies.

[@mwrkhan]

Steven Mulraney Rank ordering, absolute terms, however way you look at it, statistics don't lie.

[@Stevenmulraney]

@@cake77870what point does your comment make?

[@lexiisalicea7726]

Your showing your insecurity... thier skin color was not the point and the fact that you feel the need to point out that most where white Europeans comes off as racist. Fact is that anyone can commit a crime and if you want to admit that whites are in the majority then you also have to admit that whites cause most crimes just out of pure statistics.. also to the comment above me.. you cant talk about prosparity without talking about the fact that the UK alone once took over control of many countries in Africa along with countries like India and even america where they proceeded to pillage all the valuables from said countries only to abandon them. In places like Congo this involvement has had devastating effects and to top it all off the UK isnt even sorry about it and displays these stolen treasures proudly IE the magic ruby that sits on the queens crown. Face the facts all people do terrible things to each other whites just tend to think they don't. But whites where the ones that made rules for who had rights in the places of power so obviously they are the ones that have the power to hurt. No matter how you look at it you cant ignore the fact that whites placed themselves in power and because of that people who are not white struggle to even get recognition in many fields of study and professions and in countries like the US and UK where you are defined by your profession that is inexcusable

[@Stevenmulraney]

@@lexiisalicea7726 why is affirmative action a cause of economic inefficiency?

[@carlosp6731]

Now I have a question: must a gentlemen gets into the political correctness?

[@aldaoroman]

It's seems like a "Must".

[@m.m.i.9586]

I believe that a gentlemen can be both polite, honorable, and respectful of others, without ascribing to any one political viewpoint, or ideology.

[@aldaoroman]

@@m.m.i.9586 Gentlemen should not exist, it's a fancy word for "Mangina" in the present.

[@m.m.i.9586]

@@aldaoroman It sounds like some rotten people have completely ruined that word for you, and I'm sorry to hear it. :-(

[@aldaoroman]

@@m.m.i.9586 Those are called 'Feminists', a woman wants or 'thinks' she deserves a getleman ¿What does she offers for one?.

[@robertgoemans9690]

I turned Gillette away

[@tjsogmc]

99% of all world's problems can be avoided by simply minding your own business. Gillette can bite me. I haven't bought a razor in 15 years since I started shaving with a straight razor.

[@jplmno2qr7s]

In my humble opinion, Gentleman's Gazette is the best mens related video cast on youtube, thank you so much for what you do and keep up the great work. Many thanks and God bless.

[@TheTyrial86]

You know. I never would have expected you to make a video on this. I appreciate your time on talking about this.

[@jimmyday656]

I will only use Gillette razors when the government tells me to shave a woman's balls.

[@cal9733]

We all know that the best means of shaving, is with the straight razor.

[@mh1ultramarine]

I hate that being unable to afford gillette razors is now polotical

[@TheLunarLumen]

Topic handled well! Good job. Thanks for posting.

[@MTobin1000]

Thank you for starting this conversation on your channel. It makes one think about the larger issues in life. Sven, thank you for making a difference on this topic. (Mike)

[@dst8002]

Gentlemen shouldn't get so easily TRIGGERED by a friggin' advertisement. But, then again, that's just my humble personal opinion.

[@SegaSaturnMonk]

Maybe the question you should ask about 500 clubs is. Why would any human want to work the insane hours, and be so cut throat to get there. Just maybe its more important that women raise babies? Maybe most women get more meaning in creating life, something men could never do.

[@the_absurd_hero]

Uh. That’s pretty sexist. Women can take as much pleasure from productive work as men do. Women also choose not to have children or, as you so woefully put it, “creat[e] life.” Why should any one person determine what another individual-be it man or woman-can or can’t do?

[@itznoxy7193]

Re your experience with the kid who would "flip out" and you trying to flip him out intentionally: If you listen to psychologists such as Jordan Peterson he talks specifically about how males tease each other as a way of testing their character and how what you are really inquiring about is how the individual deals with pressure. He says the best way to handle it is take the tease with a smile and maybe offer a similar good faith tease back and to not totally flip out. If the individual was flipping out ie not responding correctly it was only natural for you as young males to continue teasing and even ramping up the teasing until he either took the hint and offered the right response the group was looking for or permanently expelled himself from the group. In modern days this can be seen as bullying but what it really is is young males testing out their peer group and not all boys are going to pass these social tests. That's why it is so important for parents to teach their boys the right way to handle teasing graciously and to realize its not such a big deal. If boys don't learn this as children this kind of behaviour can easily extended into adult hood such as Peterson's story about men teasing their co worker at a railroad construction job until the guy quit because he could never respond correctly to the social cues about how to handle the teasing and it just got worse and worse from good faith teasing initially to seriously mean "bullying" by the end of it. TL:DR You did nothing wrong.

[@Hosenanzugtasche]

Before watching it - this channel is the last I would have expected to weigh in on this with it being a political shitshow all round.

[@Hosenanzugtasche]

Meh, falling for their fairy tale as a stepping stone to bring up gentlemanlike behavior and completely putting it on men. Most gentlemanlike behavior is sexism, just beneficial to women so they don't complain. Appreciate your take, certainly better than the agitprop used to manufacture outrage.

[@MisterChris1978]

Well it is clear that the majority of commenters below aren’t gentlemen and they clearly don’t understand or like the message.

[@t40606]

Just discovered your videos, and like the content. Any videos on winter sportswear for winter sports and recreation?

[@Lycosa]

Looking forward to the video about Canada Goose.

[@gentlemansgazette]

Stay tuned for Friday

[@threesons270]

Every sexist part of the video is wrong if it was to happen in real life and I believe 99% of men would agree. That is why if any of those things were to happen in front of you, you would naturally know that it wrong.

[@stylishoversixty9459]

Excellent video we all need to daily reflect on our individual behavior and conduct simply think how we want to be treated by others...in today's society not everyone will respect us dignify us as fellow human beings nevertheless this does not automatically make it ok to return crude of unwanted or rude behavior in like manner to others instead search out ways to improve your personal qualities as a gentleman for example assisting others when they may need help opening a door because their arms are full carrying groceries a warm friendly handshake when required kind polite comment in respectful words removing your hat when seated at the dinner table giving up your seat at a crowded venue to women children and the elderly these are all easy simple ways to improve our own personal way of being a better gentleman I wanted to end by quoting the words of the famous poet Maya Angelou " do the best you can and when you know better then do better".

[@clearnerdfire5870]

I feel like this video was well put together and addressed all of the important points that were relevant. As men, and as human beings, I feel we should be doing our best: to improve ourselves and continue to grow as people, to help others when we can, and to do our part in making the world a better place. Nobody is perfect, and there are clearly flaws in our society that may not be our individual faults, but there are little things we can do every day to help improve the world that we live in. We have the power to make good things happen and to help people, and I believe that this is what a true gentleman strives to do (one's best). I look forward to seeing more content from this channel.

[@dainforsythe7129]

I enjoyed your commentary. Thank you.

[@LuisRivera-dg5bu]

I really like this channel but I can do without the host’s economic illiteracy and virtue signaling or in other words his Leftist views. I look past it because besides that, I really enjoy nearly everything he has to say. These comments were written BEFORE actually listening to THIS VIDEO, my comments here pertain to some of the other views that have been espoused by the Gentleman’s Gazette in PREVIOUS videos.

[@travisleemoser6]

Please learn the difference between equity and equality. The gender wage gap exists for reasons far beyond sexism, i.e. innate gender differences in priorities.

[@kyleduddleston4123]

Man and woman were created to be complementary to each other. We are of equal value and level of capabilities but in different aspects. Men are more athletic than women. It's not hateful, just biology. Women are more nurturing than men, also not hateful, just biology. We are both amazing at what we are generally made for and some excel outside of those norms. Men and women are different and that is something to embrace, not try to destroy.

[@ЮрийПоддубный-д7х]

"If you see that a woman is maybe harassed or treated in a way that makes her uncomfortable, speak up and give her the feeling of comfort and I think that's something where, we as men, can just reevaluate our behavior and think what we're doing is truly respecting others, including women. " - I don't see it in the video.

[@gentlemansgazette]

The shortened transcript in the video description will sometimes differ from the final cut of the video to some degree; there are also sections of the video that aren't directly reflected in the transcript. Of course, we stand by everything featured in both locations, and certainly support the sentiment of standing up for anyone if they're being treated poorly. Regardless, thanks for taking the extra time to read the description; we appreciate it! - Preston

[@ЮрийПоддубный-д7х]

@@gentlemansgazette From the advertisement, I see that a black guy (perhaps a friend or colleague) does not allow the white guy to go up to the girl and meet.

[@tylerthegrimm]

You're joking right? As soon as you try to help you'll be labeled a sexist, and have people sending you death threats, and doxing you.

[@DubbleM900]

@@tylerthegrimm Being to afraid to help is neither the mark of a gentleman, nor particularly masculine.

[@jenshellmuth5217]

Schon interessant wie sich die Zeiten ändern. Eine Werbung wie die von dir analysierte hätte vor 30, sicherlich aber vor 40 Jahren nicht mal Beachtung gefunden, geschweige denn Grund zur Diskussion gegeben. Aber gut, da war ein Mann eben noch ein Mann und nicht unbedingt eine GentleMann ☺️

[@cobusswart7626]

Your points are all valid, but it's all stating the obvious. Nobody that saw this changed their ways; gentlemen are still going to be gentlemen and sexists and bigots are not going to change because Gilette told them to be different. Are you telling me that Gilette has done something to make the world a better place? I think not

[@PoseidonXIII]

I really appreciate and respect your definition of being a gentleman. It's one that goes beyond just a look and is one I want to emulate more.

[@BendyLemmy]

I don't think Gentlemen should waste their time with buying into Gillette branding. I bought a safety razor last year, and use a few different blades with it - I have 100 Astra Platinum blades ($0.07 for a blade for a week - super smooth and sharp), plus some that came with razors I picked up cheaply with Aliexpress. The best of the bunch was a 'Mercur Future' clone, and you can get them for $10 but they look more like $50 - gorgeous satin finish quality metal pieces. The best? Mingshi 2000s razor and Astra blades for me give an amazing shave - using Arko soap and a synthetic brush. I can't imagine someone thinking themselves a Gentleman having a quality of life would stay with Gillette and bother to worry about their advertising (obviously being aware that you're spending more money advertising than they are on purchasing the product).

[@drlatham22]

Gillette? I have a beard and mustache.

[@danielthecowboy9145]

I dont agree with everything you said, but I respect your opinion and am glad we can all have different opinions! Thanks! You get a like from me!

[@chrishammerton1812]

Quite controversial? They lost about $8 billion. I'd say that's controversial.

[@MisterChris1978]

It’s as if most of you didn’t actually listen to Raphael. You’ve seen the video prior, allowing it to just make you so angry with wasted and misguided rage. And you didn’t take the time to actually listen to his take. This is suggested by your comments.

[@jand6820]

Great inspiring video!

[@psilocybemusashi]

If a man gets a double edge razor he can save thousands of dollars over the course of his lifetime without giving those hucksters another penny and never regret it for a moment. Sure you will get a few nicks using the double edge the first 20 or so times you shave. I shave with them in the shower without a mirror now and use dull blades all the time. I never get a nick.

[@nuvey7939]

I think my biggest point of contention is that they show the worst in men, and ask us to be better. Most men are not the way it was depicted, so they felt like they were being grouped in with the worst men. Why not show the best in men and challenge the average man to reach above. Show a soldier risking his life to save a child in a firefight. Show a firefighter running into a burning building to save a family pet. Show the best of men, the police officers, the EMTs, the doctors, and the teachers. Then challenge the average man to strive to be as good or better than them. As they've depicted it, the average man is left wondering, "Do they think I'm that bad? If they do, then I'm not going to support them." I agree, their razors are garbage, and WAY over priced. But, since I've retired I'm working on a beard. Because for me, part of being the best I can be is allowing my daughter, who is in cosmetology school, to practice cutting/dying facial hair for that section of her studies. Plus my niece wants to braid it. lol. Anyways, great video. Love your channel. I did like this Gentleman's review. Provided the topic seems naturally part of the Gentleman's community like this one did, I'd love to see more videos like this. Just don't start artificially dragging in fringe subjects in and trying to force them using logical leaps to justify it.

[@Real.O.T]

I think when you use Fireman or Policeman it is not sexist.... You have words like MANkind, huMAN, perSON.... this comes from the beginning of time due to woMEN coming from a man(Adam and EVE). I agree with all of your other points though.

[@kimjohnson8471]

Hey, since you say Gillette makes a sub par product, what razors would you reccomend?

[@SPNKr16]

1950s Gillette double edge is very good. I use one everyday.