Seven Sins of Wet Shaving!

[@KarlHildebrand]

Thanks for you enthusiasm, expertise, and advice Nick. I just finished my first wet shave about 10 minutes ago! Wow. I'm into it now. My first shave took about 45 minutes. Needless to say, there is a lot of room for improvement. I didn't realize that shaving could actually be FUN! Thanks for all that you're doing.

[@billjohnson8928]

Hey Nick - as a chaplain in the USAF your video sounded like one of my Sunday messages:-) As a wet shaver I truly appreciate the time you take to produce your vids, greatly appreciated, and the shout out to your "mentors" was cool. We all have mentors in life and should thank them more often...blessings to ya

[@oldglamrocker]

I agree on the Feathers. They melt the hair off my face, but also take my top layer of skin too lol!! I've settled on Personna Blue's for now.

[@rickatkinson1000]

Double Edged safety razors are an amazing technology and testament to 20th century manufacturing processes. A good stainless steel razor looks technologically advanced even today. Hats off to those in your list. They all deserve a lot of credit for producing quality and informative videos. My favourites: Feather AS-D2 and Popular(as a traveller)Razor, Feather Artist Club straight razor handle(professionally. All loaded with Feather blades. Fendrihan shave brushes. Proraso, Cremo, Woodys and Whal 19 concentrate shave creams. Woody’s aftershave gel and balm.

[@BlackheartBob]

We both have Pride in old inherited Gillette razors. Mine is a solid brass model of my mother's (no, she shaved her legs, not a beard)! The serial no. from the Badger & Blade forum shows it was made in 1925. I recently got it out of the drawer and have been using Gillette Blue Blades made in USA over 30 years ago. I also have the wooden case and a brass container for blades.

[@davinb28]

Pride! I just got my grandfathers Gillette Adjustable DE Razor ( I bet they are the same model from the early 60's) this past month when I went and visited my grandmother last month. He passed away back in 1996 but I have always wanted that razor and once I showed my enthusiasm for wet shaving with my family, they gladly agreed to give it to me. My grandmother had to dig around and find it. She had put it up in a plastic bag and even gave me some Gillette blades to go with it! I love your videos Nick! Keep em coming bro. However, I wish I'd have watched your Geo F Trumper shaving soap reviews before I got the Eucris (best scent of all time ) and Sandalwood that don't lather for crap!

[@kunkundalin]

Davinovich Burgess Wonderful! God bless.

[@kevintyrrell7409]

Dude instead of products, this video should have been about techniques. Or at least that's what it appears like based on the youtube title. I'm sure many beginners come here expecting to learn tons of things about what's bad to do while shaving and you just tell them about good/bad products that they've never heard of.

[@ichbrauchmehrkaffee5785]

Beginner here. Would've loved to actually learn someting

[@MichaelBlocksom]

He has plenty of videos of wet shaving basics.

[@garrygmc]

I am new to wet shaving after buying the shaver backed by the guy on Pawn Stars. I went on you tube looking for a review video and viewed yours on it. I did not realize how popular wet shaving is. I enjoy your videos along with Chris Baileys and Busters. This has quickly become a big hobby for me. So far I love my mercur 34c, Omegle s brush, Caties bubble soap and Prosario aftershave. I have experimented with blades enjoy your blade videos. So far I am leaning toward persona blades. Keep up the good work.

[@jimstull]

Please try the Cade shave soap- available at L'Occitane stores across America. I have literally 75 soaps, gels, foams, etc. Cade is my favorite !! It is $ 12 for 3.5 oz., and the availability in stores is really nice !! Use a god after shave balm - my favorite is Neutrogena Razor Defense Post Shave Lotion. It is wonderful , about $ 4. 50 , been using it for fifteen years.

[@pezzyp1492]

I'm in the UK got a Parker 94r used once with Wilkinson blades got 3 nicks 1 was deep. I'm going to try my free derby blades and personna next both platinum coated hopefully won't slice my face to bits at weekend nice videos shave man

[@tomas19cronin]

You should try taylor of old Bond Street grapefruit shaving cream omg smells soooo good!!

[@prateeksingh6182]

Great video Nick! Appreciate your enthusiasm, Cheers

[@knightmare1015]

Awesome video man. I agree with you on the Omega 10049 brush. I've been using it for a long time now and the only thing I don't like about it is the fact that it's huge.

[@Magnulus76]

Wow, that Omega really is huge- I can't see anybody actually using that. I prefer classic shave brush sizes for doing one pass shaves. I consider 24mm knots "big", and 20-22mm "normal". I shaved for years with a little Omega Syntex, which was great for bowl lathering.

[@AnthonyEspositoTheStallion]

Great video Bro, thanks for the shout out and your right you need to make the time for your straight razor !!! ;-)

[@meme4one]

Great video. I just got the omega 49 and have to agree. Great brush but 30% too big.

[@Hiker1792]

Great list Nick! I have my grandfathers Gillette adjustable as well (I think the same model as yours)

[@BillyJBailey]

Hey Nick, is that an Omega Speedmaster watch you have on?

[@shavetheman]

Nice video Nick, thanks for sharing! Appreciate the shout-out!

[@TomTomTuning]

Awesome Nick, I'm glad you accepted my tag! And great shout outs at the end! ;)

[@MsAkash1995]

Hi Nick I love your videos, your skin type is similar to mine so I always take your advice on wet shaving

[@Neukem1]

Great video Nick, I'm surprised you lust Ikon instead of Above the Tie SS razors.

[@lillivewire87]

Yay! Love it! So fun seeing everyone's answers! Thanks for participating!!!!

[@nickshaves]

Thanks for starting this! Very fun

[@lillivewire87]

nick shaves Anytime! LOL. It has been fun seeing how fast it is getting around! Your videos were actually first I ever watched :)

[@timornot]

I know it’s an old video, but did you ever send your grandfathers razor off to be tuned up? Would be an interesting video for sure

[@ChaseWatkins.]

Nice Omega, not the one you shave with but the one on your wrist.

[@DJogdog]

+Chase Watkins I spotted the Speedmaster too! Beautiful watch.

[@FredagsAlle]

+Chase Watkins Really great watch, does anyone know which leather strap he is using for it?

[@riflessionitonsorie]

Good job

[@jondubb35]

What about Mantic59? Absolutely my traditional wet shaving mentor! He's a legend.

[@nickshaves]

Absolutely! Wanted to keep it to guys currently making regular videos

[@jondubb35]

I figured. I was just giving you a hard time. Love the videos! Keep up the great work.

[@iandaniels988]

I can't believe MdC didn't make your list. Did you give yours away? I really enjoyed the video this week! This 7 sins series is amazing! You didn't challenge anyone!!

[@MrRawkz]

Hey Nick. Have you ever tried the trigodon shaving soaps from India?. They are artisan soaps.

[@PJP812]

Nick add to your list Paul H Films (Wales) and Executive Shaving (Scotland) you`ll enjoy them 2 boys aswell

[@michaelz7683]

have you ever tried shaving with a single edged safety razor?

[@jessystephenson]

where do you get the stirling soap for 5 to 8 dallor?

[@classicmwk]

Great list here, love hearing the shout outs at the end.

[@tonymarinelli7304]

I want my Mongoose. I am definitely on the waiting list, my place on the list should be up any day.

[@SoSharpDavid]

Oh cool you got involved. Good stuff Nick

[@elephantricity]

I dont think my Omega professional needs any more soap than any other brush I use.

[@lauriejohnbrunetti9287]

EXCELLENT INFO . ALL YOUR VIDEOS

[@run4thewin]

Thanks for your videos and helping me get introduced to wet shaving!

[@hebersmac]

Awesome sins! The only suggestion I'll give you on the 4th. I think your straight isn't being used because you only use that one straight razor. I have 4 in my rotation. I strop all of them on or hone them one evening instead of watching a movie. If you really want to use the straight you'll buy more of them to enjoy an amazing straight razor shave everyday!

[@garysdragon]

Hey Nick, I'm pretty new to this but who is this Anthony Esposita (sp) you were talking about?

[@tonymarinelli7304]

gary millard It is actually Anthony Esposito AKA "The Stallion" Razorock actually collaborated a soap with him and he is a great guy.

[@matthewprior3762]

Goddamn i love wet shaving 😎 i never thought i would love shaving so much until i bought a safety razor.

[@JamminGIJames32]

Awesome! Thank you for sharing Nick :)

[@1755ottoman]

Blade recommendations? I've only used feather.... so opinions?

[@Ravaxr]

+otto man What tends to be suggested is personna blues and astras.

[@AaronD711]

+otto man I use nothing but feathers and they have treated me well!

[@ConsumeristScroffa]

+otto man Gillette Silver Blue.

[@AaronD711]

Ray Liotta I have tried the Gillette Silver Blues as well and love them!

[@ConsumeristScroffa]

AaronD711 Just tried one yesterday for the first time. It is miles away from the Astra Superior Platinum, which is very nice as well. If I buy a Shavette, I'll definitely gonna use them to learn.

[@E150GT]

what kind of watch is that?

[@EpicKoi530]

Well just so you know, your my guy I like to follow and go to for shaving tips buddy.

[@dejaychef1976]

I also have a Gillette adjustable inherited from my late grandfather.

[@PaulBeetge]

i would have liked a list of all your favorite youtubers in the description so i could click on each of their page links and subscribe to them.

[@ericbaber2843]

Does anyone have a link for Tom Janns, I assume I'm spelling his last name right?

[@MrCanan123]

Eric Baber it's Janz

[@reinubeton]

Subscribed!!!

[@CRAM1REZ51]

Nicholas - if we all chipped in we'd still would not have enough money to buy you an IKON... ;)

[@PhilWithCoffee]

how come no one ever seems to mention Mantic, or did I miss it?

[@micolash6145]

PhilWithCoffee he's awesome

[@scottvarley3823]

I had the privilege to inherit my grandpa's Gillette black beauty before he died and I love it

[@israelportillo1524]

I LOVE PAUL H!

[@eddieschneider1947]

YOU don't NEED a BRUSH: just rub cheap shave soap on your face. Dry your razor immediately, and it will last 100 shaves. Use CLEAN SHOWER shower cleaner to dry and protect the razor from rust.

[@KU-mg9el]

mach3 > safety razor

[@africanpiper1446]

Cool video as usual...but what about Mantic59's channel? He got me started in wet shaving.

[@feefeee]

TooBS coconut is absolutely amazing, the lather, the smell, orgasmic!

[@gbaker1a775]

I wonder if I got a fugazi. I ordered the coconut from amazon or ebay and I can barely smell the coconut.

[@feefeee]

coconut naturally doesnt have much of a scent. If they made it to strong artificially, it would not be pleasant. It's the mellowness that adds to the experience.

[@gbaker1a775]

***** okay, that's a relief. It definitely has a smooth type of scent, very mild, but present. Thank you.

[@feefeee]

If any get up my nose a bit, I try not to wash it off as the smell is heavenly :)

[@zhpottery]

Check your fb messages. I sent you an offer on a RRSS. We aren't friends on FB yet so you may have to look to find it. Let me know if you would like to try it out. Great video dude!

[@nevermore311]

I don't like being gossip-y, but I've heard way too many bad things about Razor Emporium. I'd dig around for other places/people to send a very sentimental piece. There's individuals on the forums that do great work repairing/cleaning/tuning up vintage razors. I personally plan on sending my Gillette Senator to Chris @ RazorPlate for a fresh coat of nickel ($35!), just for the sake of being able to communicate directly with the individual who will be doing the job.

[@6_pains]

I've sent various razors to Razor Emporium and I've never had an issue. They were friendly, knowledgeable and kept me informed. Plus the razors came back looking amazing. But I guess experiences vary.

[@jondubb35]

Bad things? The Razor Emporium is top notch! Not sure where you heard they were bad.

[@nevermore311]

I read about 2 first-hand experiences on forums. I didn't buy into rumors or conjecture at first, but when I heard of specific examples of lost razors I figured it was worth looking elsewhere. Every business makes mistakes and it's possible that the stories I heard were embellishments from those made bitter. Any and all rumors aside, I would go with RazorPlate either way. Cheaper (for nickel), 1 guy, and no subcontracting. And that 1 guy happens to be a chemist who has directly demonstrated/shared his vast knowledge of metal with the community on a regular basis. Chris reminds me of Larry at Whipped Dog; very helpful and enjoys educating those who are curious. But to each his own, of course.

[@jondubb35]

Yeah. Every business has its problems, for sure. You know, I've never had any problems with the Razor Emporium, but that doesn't mean I never will. There are definitely a ton of quality places in the wet shaving community to get our "gear" at and I definitely like supporting them all.

[@TruthSeeker.357]

I hate Feather... So not smooth for me. For my face.. Gillette Silver Blue. Sharp as feather and smooth.

[@michaelhalbert9264]

Likes dislikes yes, sins no.

[@alunparry8154]

Promo post

[@jameskavanagh7092]

This video was as helpful as Vinegar on a Haemorrhoid!

[@nightmares2night77]

I'm a layer, stopped watching at "180 bucks"

[@TheRollingBasti]

Do you need to shave at all, lad?!?

[@yamnayacimbri2124]

Not supposed to use aftershave on your face if it's an alcohol based aftershave...if it's traditional aftershave with alcohol in it you're supposed to apply it to your neck and back of the neck...alcohol dries your face out...

[@ionascucristian]

SAD, BAD...

[@kosherpork3034]

$100 brush? Must be nice to be loaded.

[@duncanidaho7494]

Mine was 300 euros.I bought it to keep it a lifetime. It depends what you like and how much you want to spend.

[@austinpresley6187]

Remember, it was a gift