Author Topic: Shaving (Read 136607 times)

BRdispatch05 · « **Reply #1240 on:** January 23, 2017, 07:15:04 pm »

Quote from: CraigDace on January 23, 2017, 06:22:13 pm

Do they make everyone wear hair nets?

They do not. In fact of those who have facial hair, I have the least to do with food interaction.

CHOPPER · « **Reply #1241 on:** January 23, 2017, 07:19:38 pm »

Quote from: BRdispatch05 on January 23, 2017, 07:15:04 pm

They do not. In fact of those who have facial hair, I have the least to do with food interaction.

All BRC approved and above, food business' recommend a snood for facial hair. I don't believe you can be ordered to shave, however, if your gaffer is a wanker, then you may just have to toe the party line.

CraigDS · « **Reply #1242 on:** January 23, 2017, 07:22:14 pm »

Quote from: BRdispatch05 on January 23, 2017, 07:15:04 pm

They do not. In fact of those who have facial hair, I have the least to do with food interaction.

Then if they don't worry about hair off people's heads going in food and ordering everyone to shave their heads what's the fucking difference with a beard?

I'd be telling them to fuck off personally, but then I do love my beard.

Medellin · « **Reply #1243 on:** January 23, 2017, 07:47:36 pm »

A song for you all to bop to next time you're shaving..

<a href="https://youtube.com/v/G8ffkDf0ol4" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="bbc_link bbc_flash_disabled new_win">https://youtube.com/v/G8ffkDf0ol4</a>

BRdispatch05 · « **Reply #1244 on:** January 23, 2017, 07:49:04 pm »

Quote from: NICK CHOPPER on January 23, 2017, 07:19:38 pm

All BRC approved and above, food business' recommend a snood for facial hair. I don't believe you can be ordered to shave, however, if your gaffer is a wanker, then you may just have to toe the party line.

I would buy my own snood if they allowed me to keep it. They're currently snoodless

Quote from: CraigDace on January 23, 2017, 07:22:14 pm

Then if they don't worry about hair off people's heads going in food and ordering everyone to shave their heads what's the fucking difference with a beard?

I'd be telling them to fuck off personally, but then I do love my beard.

My thoughts exactly. It's a part of my identity. I'm thinking they have helper dogs allowed at work and in places typically illegal to take them for issues such as anxiety. Maybe I can get a doctor's note for a helper beard for anxiety. I would hang a tiny sign from it saying "Helper Beard - Do Not Touch"

Raul! · « **Reply #1245 on:** February 6, 2017, 07:35:45 am »

I'm a sucker for things Japanese and love the quality, tradition and pride that goes into making their higher end products. So I might ask the missus to get me this for an upcoming landmark birthday.

http://www.feather.co.jp/eW_S/pdf/Double%20Edge%20WS-D1S%20160603.pdf

۩ Imperator ۩ · « **Reply #1246 on:** February 6, 2017, 09:26:35 am »

Feather blades are mad sharp.

paul211b · « **Reply #1247 on:** February 6, 2017, 11:19:45 am »

Just read all the pages in the thread, i am interested in getting one of the vintage Gillette slims. However everyone i see on ebay is from the United States? Is this where you got yours?
If someone could send a link to a small starter set, gillette, reasonable badger brush, the place for the feather blades and some cream.. Also where and how do you dispose of the old blades?

SpartanTree. No deccies or lights. · « **Reply #1248 on:** November 13, 2017, 12:01:33 pm »

Quote from: SpartanRed on June 14, 2014, 10:40:42 pm

Cheers guys.

Think I'm going to go for the New Forest Tubby 2 off the new Forest site.
It's a 'Super' brush for £49 and very similar to the Simpson 'Duke' D3 which is a 'Best' brush for £83.

Been using this brush for a while and love it.
However, yesterday the whole brush section came away from the handle section.

The brush section is intact - e.g. the hairs of the brush are all still bound together - so appears that whatever resin/glue was holding it into the handle has failed.

Any advice ?
Would be a shame to get rid of it as it's a great brush.

۩ Imperator ۩ · « **Reply #1249 on:** November 13, 2017, 01:14:29 pm »

It can happen. Remove as much of the glue as possible from inside the handle, rough up the base of the knot with a bit of sandpaper, and glue it back in place using a quality two part epoxy like Devcon.

johnj147 · « **Reply #1250 on:** November 13, 2017, 06:59:49 pm »

not had a proper shave since klopp joined ;)just trim down to stubble with electric klippers

RedSince86 · « **Reply #1251 on:** November 13, 2017, 07:21:32 pm »

I haven't shaved for years,just get the trimmer to do the job and leave a nice stubble plus the other half likes that look on me.

SpartanTree. No deccies or lights. · « **Reply #1252 on:** November 13, 2017, 07:23:39 pm »

Quote from: ۩ Imperator ۩ on November 13, 2017, 01:14:29 pm

It can happen. Remove as much of the glue as possible from inside the handle, rough up the base of the knot with a bit of sandpaper, and glue it back in place using a quality two part epoxy like Devcon.

Great - thanks for that.
The inside of the handle is actually almost completely clean so will be an easy job I think.

Claire. · « **Reply #1253 on:** November 17, 2018, 07:21:05 pm »

Hello 👋

Can anyone recommend a kit? I've had a look and I don't know what I'm looking at, is this alright? https://www.amazon.co.uk/Shaving-Gift-Set-Perfect-Present/dp/B07HDM6VC6/ref=lp_3082215031_1_1_sspa?s=drugstore&ie=UTF8&qid=1542482086&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1

🤷‍♀️

Thanks!

CHOPPER · « **Reply #1254 on:** November 17, 2018, 10:23:52 pm »

Where are you looking to shave, Claire? There are options.

jooneyisdagod · « **Reply #1255 on:** November 18, 2018, 05:47:58 am »

Quote from: ۩ Imperator ۩ on February 6, 2017, 09:26:35 am

Feather blades are mad sharp.

Yes, sir. My goto blades, however. The closeness and smoothness of the shave are unmatched once you learn how to use the blade.

TepidT2O · « **Reply #1256 on:** November 18, 2018, 05:23:54 pm »

Quote from: jooneyisdagod on November 18, 2018, 05:47:58 am

Yes, sir. My goto blades, however. The closeness and smoothness of the shave are unmatched once you learn how to use the blade.

But until then you look like Freddie Kruger?

I’m terrified of these blades myself...

Jack The Lad · « **Reply #1257 on:** November 18, 2018, 05:51:14 pm »

Like the look of the new Philips S9000 Prestige shaver - then I seen the price. £425 for an electric shaver is a no from me.

Claire. · « **Reply #1258 on:** November 19, 2018, 08:26:18 am »

Quote from: CHOPPER on November 17, 2018, 10:23:52 pm

Where are you looking to shave, Claire? There are options.

The bathroom?

It's not for me, is it, silly bollocks

C'mon, it's practically christmas

Raul! · « **Reply #1259 on:** November 19, 2018, 09:51:56 am »

Quote from: Tepid T₂O on November 18, 2018, 05:23:54 pm

But until then you look like Freddie Kruger?

I’m terrified of these blades myself...

You need a nice heavy razor, held lightly, relying on the weight of the razor to carry the brush stroke. Hard to go back to any other blades afterwards though.

Crimson_Tank · « **Reply #1260 on:** November 25, 2018, 04:29:19 pm »

Quote from: Claire. on November 19, 2018, 08:26:18 am

The bathroom?

It's not for me, is it, silly bollocks C'mon, it's practically christmas

jooneyisdagod · « **Reply #1261 on:** November 25, 2018, 11:05:57 pm »

Quote from: Tepid T₂O on November 18, 2018, 05:23:54 pm

But until then you look like Freddie Kruger?

I’m terrified of these blades myself...

Only if you use them like you use a modern blade, which makes it easy for anyone to shave without too many nicks. It really is all about being delicate, getting used to shaving from different angles and using the right shaving ingredients. I was recently travelling and forgot to take the kit with me as I was packing in a hurry. I had to use one of the Gillette blades and the difference was night and day. The Gillette blades won't cut you but at least in my case, they left me feeling like my face was rough as anything.

S.Red please · « **Reply #1262 on:** December 31, 2018, 11:32:16 am »

Does anybody know where I can pick up spare parts for electric beard trimmers? I'm not talking about the actual parts of the trimmer but the clip on extensions you put on it for when you don't want to completely shave your beard off.

I've got a Phillips 5000 which is a boss little trimmer for me but I've lost the clip on and I don't want to pay for a whole new one when I only need that one little part. Thanks in advance.

jooneyisdagod · « **Reply #1263 on:** January 9, 2019, 07:23:09 pm »

My Wahl trimmer just died out of the blue. Anyone else had this happen to them? Mine might still be under warranty and all that too.

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reddebs · « **Reply #1264 on:** January 10, 2019, 12:16:41 pm »

Quote from: jooneyisdagod on January 9, 2019, 07:23:09 pm

My Wahl trimmer just died out of the blue. Anyone else had this happen to them? Mine might still be under warranty and all that too.

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It might just need cleaning and oiling mate.

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johnybarnes · « **Reply #1265 on:** January 15, 2019, 11:52:25 am »

I'm ditching my life long mac 3 after their embarrassing advert - I want to try out these safety razors.

Would a 'Merkur 34C Heavy Duty Safety Razor' work well with https://www.amazon.co.uk/100-Astra-Superior-Platinum-Shaving/dp/B00CK7NQ8Y ?

Cheers

jooneyisdagod · « **Reply #1266 on:** January 16, 2019, 01:44:11 am »

Quote from: reddebs on January 10, 2019, 12:16:41 pm

It might just need cleaning and oiling mate.

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And then it just came back to life just like that! Might get around to oiling it over the weekend, but the episode was quite bizarre.

۩ Imperator ۩ · « **Reply #1267 on:** January 26, 2019, 01:30:41 pm »

Quote from: jooneyisdagod on January 16, 2019, 01:44:11 am

And then it just came back to life just like that! Might get around to oiling it over the weekend, but the episode was quite bizarre.

Sounds like it could have a loose connection, assuming it is a mains model. They normally have a screw to take the cover off and you can check the connections inside.

jooneyisdagod · « **Reply #1268 on:** March 26, 2019, 08:14:48 am »

Quote from: ۩ Imperator ۩ on January 26, 2019, 01:30:41 pm

Sounds like it could have a loose connection, assuming it is a mains model. They normally have a screw to take the cover off and you can check the connections inside.

Turned out there was some rust that had formed due to moisture seeping in somehow. I cleaned out the rust and it works better now but I think that it's unlikely to last much longer.

This brings me to the next challenge, which is that I'm looking for an electric shaver. Something in the middle price band for every day use while keeping my safety razor for when I need to clean up for special occasions. I have looked at a Braun 7 series and some Panasonics but I don't really have a clue where to look. I would appreciate any recommendations.

paulrazor · « **Reply #1269 on:** March 26, 2019, 09:13:00 am »

https://www.ebay.ie/itm/132972978817

i bought this recently. been using fusion 5s for a few years and this is a great price

if you go into the guys other items you'll see what he has for sale

Big Red Richie · « **Reply #1270 on:** October 22, 2021, 11:58:38 am »

Give away time!

As i've been diagnosed with a serious neuralogical illness, a couple of years ago,. My hands shake uncontrollably these days, so shaving is now a no, no. I'm looking to give away a lot of previous possessions, which are now surplus to requirements.

I will only post to the UK at this time, sorry overseas RAWKites.

Most deserving wins.

On offer is a Mecure 34C (longer handle, blue) 3, and, if I remember, a Mercure 34 (shorter handle, just stainless)
about 1050 unused blades, and an unused shave gel.

I'll sterilise them, before sent, you sterilise with boiling water, on arrival.

Just drop me a message. And I'll plow through them, and you'll let you know, back end of the weekend.

Big Red Richie · « **Reply #1271 on:** November 2, 2021, 10:00:12 am »

It's been a couple of weeks now. Any takers ^^? before I get rid.

۩ Imperator ۩ · « **Reply #1272 on:** November 3, 2021, 10:22:59 pm »

Quote from: Big Red Richie on November 2, 2021, 10:00:12 am

It's been a couple of weeks now. Any takers ^^? before I get rid.

Can I have them please?

Ziltoid · « **Reply #1273 on:** November 3, 2021, 11:48:56 pm »

I'd love the blue one. Can let the 15 year old teach himself to shave so I don't have to every 2 weeks with the BIC disposables.

۩ Imperator ۩ · « **Reply #1274 on:** November 4, 2021, 12:42:18 am »

Quote from: Ziltoid on November 3, 2021, 11:48:56 pm

I'd love the blue one. Can let the 15 year old teach himself to shave so I don't have to every 2 weeks with the BIC disposables.

That's sound by me, Zultoid, if I could have the steel one and the Sharks. I would like to make a donation to the charity of Richie's choice in exchange.

Big Red Richie · « **Reply #1275 on:** November 4, 2021, 11:27:15 am »

Going to a good home. Sorted.

Drinks Sangria · « **Reply #1276 on:** November 23, 2021, 05:15:01 pm »

This may be my mind playing tricks on me, I've worn a beard for around 3 or 4 years now, at lengths varying from heavy stubble to Darwin, but I'm starting to think a moustache is very, very cool and a good idea.