Bourbon Cowboy by The Cajun Blade: Bourbon Done Right
Ten shaves in with Bourbon Cowboy from Eric at The Cajun Blade. Bourbon fragrance that doesn't knock you out. That's harder to pull off than it sounds.
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Denton Majik Dominate: A Fougere Homage to Brut Dominant
I've been on a fougere kick, and Denton Majik's Dominate is checking every box. An homage to the discontinued Brut Dominant, plus the full Texas Wet Shavers meetup schedule if you're coming out.
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Northwood Shave Soap and Splash from Salve & Oak Company
DJ and Heather just launched Salve & Oak Company in May, and their Northwood soap and splash hit right out of the gate. Woodsy, clean, great lather on the first try.
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Testing My Honed Edge on the M. Jung 6/8 Straight Razor
I had to go back and rehone the M. Jung 6/8 because the edge from my honing video wasn't good enough. Second pass, TCB Berry Chill in the cup, a lot of menthol, and a hot South Louisiana morning.
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Riding Rhonda: My Van Yulay Scent and the Blackland Blackbird
Damon won a Van Yulay scent contest, and Riding Rhonda is what came out of it. He also puts the Blackland Blackbird through two passes and gives his honest take.
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Sangria Nocturne: The Shave Mercantile's New Aftershave
The Shave Mercantile's Sangria Nocturne hits the den tonight: dark fruits, citrus, red wine, and an intimate scent built for late evenings. Plus their new splash aftershave in the same fragrance.
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Tatara Masamune vs Nodachi: Why I Had to Build a Frankenstein Razor
Neither the Masamune nor the Nodachi worked for me out of the box. One was too mild, the other drew blood. Here's how mixing parts from both finally got me a decent shave.
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Str8 Shave Saturday: PAA Coop (a Doop) with the Dreifuss 1919
PAA's Coop (a Doop) is a Joop! homage that hits hard. I ran it through a Str8 Shave Saturday with the Dreifuss 1919 and the wifey gave it 85 proof.
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Bon Temps Barbershop: The Cajun Blade's Classic Barbershop Soap
I picked up The Cajun Blade's Bon Temps Barbershop at Maggard Meetup thanks to my wife's recommendation. Here's a shave with a classic Southern barbershop scent.
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The Shave Mercantile Sangria Nocturne: Finally a Splash to Match
I've been asking Ethan at The Shave Mercantile to make a splash for years. He finally did it, and Sangria Nocturne was the one I had to try first.
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Texas Trail: Soap Palooza's Leather-and-Coffee Soap for the Texas Meetup
David Young at Soap Palooza made a soap for the Great Texas Wet Shavers Meetup - coffee, leather, smoke, and desert creosote. I got my hands on it before the unveiling and it's real good.
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PAA Coop Soap and Splash Review: Fragrance Breakdown at Blue River
PAA's Coop soap and splash, inspired by Joop! Homme, gets a Memorial Day outdoor field test above Blue River Reservoir. Tobin's score: a 10.
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Lime on the Line: Adopted Acres Essential Oil Soap and the Personna GEM
Pairing Adopted Acres Lime on the Line with the Personna GEM blade, a tallow soap built on lime, spearmint, and peppermint essential oils, no fragrance oils.
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Adopted Acres Family First Soap Review: EIEIO Base on the Blackland Blackbird
Jerry and Doug built something special with Family First. Second shave in and this EIEIO base is already one of the best I've put on my face.
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Wit's End Ultimate Sacrifice: A Texan Shaves Review
Bary reviews Wit's End Ultimate Sacrifice, an annual May release for Law Enforcement Appreciation Month. Inspired by D&G Light Blue, with proceeds benefiting the National Law Enforcement Fund.
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My Top 5 Aluminum Safety Razors
Five aluminum double-edge razors ranked lowest to highest price, from the adjustable PAA Ascension at $69.95 to the Timeless Slant at $84. I can get a damn fine shave every single time from any of them.
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Gillette Red Tip Super Speed A3 (1955) Review
My friend Aaron handed me a box of vintage Super Speeds, and the Red Tip A3 from 1955 is where the exploration starts. Mild, comfortable, and better going against the grain than I expected.
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BC Soaps and Such Isekai: Green Floral Summer Review
I took Blaine's second BC Soaps release to the McKenzie River at sunset. Isekai is clean, green, and built for summer - and his new tackle base is better than the first one.
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Let's Use Duke Cannon Products
I don't push affiliate codes. Duke Cannon's different - their veterans mission is real and the Big Softy actually delivers.
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Vintage Shulton Old Spice: A 40-Year-Old Soap That Still Delivers
Nick sent me his vintage Shulton Old Spice - soap, aftershave, cologne, the full trifecta - to find out if it's still as slick as he thinks. Forty-plus years in the mug, and the answer is yes.
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Family First: First Impressions of the Adopted Acres x Shave Dad Collab
The Family First collab from Adopted Acres Soap Co and Shave Dad drops May 9 on Etsy. I got a set a few days early, ran it through the Micromatic, and the EIEIO base is no joke. The name also means more to me personally than you might expect.
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My Top 10 Stainless Steel Safety Razors
I've got 31 stainless steel razors but only 10 earn regular time on my face. Here's the countdown, $40 to $150, with codes to buy most of them cheaper.
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My Current Top 10 Modern Double Edge Safety Razors for 2026
Four years in and the list has changed. Stainless steel is mostly out, titanium is in, and some razors have earned spots I didn't see coming.
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Noble Otter Lorekeeper: First Shave with the Muhle Rocca R95
First time with Noble Otter, and Lorekeeper is the one I almost talked myself out of buying. That ink note everyone questioned? It works.
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What Is a Barbershop Fragrance?
Ask 10 guys what a barbershop smells like and you'll get 10 different answers. They're all correct, and five regional recipes explain exactly why.
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Rex Konsul Review: Is This Adjustable Slant Worth $349?
I've been wet shaving for over 30 years, and the Rex Konsul gave me one of the best post-shave feels I've had on any razor. Whether that justifies $349 is what this review is here to answer.
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My Top 10 Razor Blades: Sharpest to Mildest
Ten double-edge blades I keep coming back to, ranked sharpest to mildest. Plus a giveaway for a 100-pack of Platinum Strangelets from Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements.
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RazoRock Next Level Review: The 85mm Plate, 20 Shaves In
Twenty shaves with the RazoRock Next Level 85mm plate. 316L steel, killer value, ultra mild shave. But does the name hold up? I have thoughts.
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Merkur 37C Review: Is the OG Slant Still Worth It?
Merkur's 37C has been the slant standard for decades. My three-pass BBS walk-through, the blade pairing that makes this head perform, and where Mühle pulls ahead.
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Sportsman Series Review: Oud Noir
Honest Sportsman Series review by Tobin Fetters. Fragrance breakdown, performance notes, and a giveaway. Ideal for late summer and fall wear.
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Shave Dad Sportsman Series Review – First Look
First impressions of the Shave Dad Sportsman Series with Wet Shaving Store and Master Soap Creations. Scent notes, performance, pricing and launch deal.
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Shave Dad Sportsman Series: Flannel Tuxedo Scent
Explore the Shave Dad Sportsman Series soap and splash. A refined outdoorsy scent – flannel tuxedo. Limited release one-and-done artisan shave set.
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Sportsman Series Shaving Soap Review
Long Island Shaving reviews the Sportsman Series shaving soap and splash. Oud-inspired, woodsy scent, great lather, and skin-friendly splash.
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Shave Dads Dad Limited Edition Release with PAA
A new release! Achieve a closer, irritation-free shave with Shave Dad’s Dad an Homage to Lectric Shave by PAA and Shave Dad!
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Shave Dad’s Dad – PAA x Shave Dad
Discover “Shave Dad’s Dad,” a nostalgic scent from the collaboration between Phoenix Shaving and Shaved Dad, honoring fathers with vintage elegance.
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Jelly Rings Review by Cape Cod Wet Shaving
Discover the new Jelly Rings set from Strike Gold Shave! Featuring raspberry and chocolate scents, it’s a gourmand delight launching on February 7, 2025.
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Jelly Rings by Shave Dad & Strike Gold
A unique collaboration from Strike Gold Shave featuring chocolate, vanilla, and raspberry for an indulgent shaving experience!
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Jelly Rings Shave Dad Release with Strike Gold
Join Mike at Long Island Shaving for the exciting “Jelly Ring” release review! Experience the perfect chocolate-raspberry shave on Feb 7, limited to 50 sets.
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Shave Dad Razor and Pumping Iron by DjChubbs William Cox
Join DJ Chubbs for a smooth shaving experience with the Pumping Iron and the Shave Dad razor. Discover top tips, techniques, and products for the perfect shave!
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3 Ring Circus by Matt Lawrence
Join Matthew for a Sunday shave featuring Strike Gold Shave’s “3 Ring Circus” soap. Discover tips, product reviews, and a cozy shaving experience!
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The Shave Dad Razor by Sig Solo
Join Sig Solo for the final shave of July 2024, featuring the innovative Shave Dad Razor and aromatic Royal Pine soap. Smooth, efficient, and unique!
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Shave Dad 3 Ring Circus by Tobin’s Throwbacks
Join Tobin for a lively review of the cotton candy-inspired fragrance “Three Ring Circus.” Discover tips, exclusive offers, and upcoming live chats!
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Shaving with 3 Ring Circus by John Bonham
Join John from Cape Cod Wet Shaving for a quick, delightful shave featuring the scrumptious Three Ring Circus soap, gourmand lovers won’t want to miss this!
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Shave Dad Sambuca by Passione Rasatura [Italian]
A video review of Shave Dad’s Sambuca Con La Mosca by Passione Rasatura; an Italian wet shaving enthusiast, hobbyist, and reviewer.
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Review of Shave Dad’s Biumo Tattoo Club by The Deacon Shaves
A video review of Shave Dad’s Biumo Tattoo Club by The Deacon Shaves!
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A Shave with Biumo Tattoo Club by Brandon Shaves
A video review of Shave Dad’s Biumo Tattoo Club by Brandon Shaves!
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Shave Dad Biumo Tattoo Club Review by Subie Shaves
A video review of Shave Dad’s Biumo Tattoo Club by Subie Shaves!
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Biumo Tattoo Club by the Long Island Shaver
A video review of Shave Dad’s Biumo Tattoo Club by The Long Island Shaver!
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First Impression of Biumo Tattoo Club by Tobin’s Throwbacks
A first impression video of Shave Dad’s Biumo Tattoo Club by Tobin’s Throwbacks! Learn the key points about Biumo Tattoo Club.
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Sambuca Review by the Long Island Shaver
A video review of Shave Dad’s Sambuca by The Long Island Shaver!
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Sambuca by Shave Dad, The Wet Shaving Store, and Strike Gold by The Deacon Shaves
A video review of Shave Dad’s Sambuca by The Deacon Shaves!
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Review of Louie by Marion the Barbarion
A video review of Shave Dad’s Louie by Marion the Barbarion!
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Commando Spotlight by Jeff Shaves
A video spotlight on Shave Dad’s Commando by Jeff Shaves!
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Full Review of Commando by Tobin’s Throwbacks
A full video review of Shave Dad’s Commando by Tobin’s Throwbacks! An in-depth review of Commando by the expert himself, Tobin Fetters!
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Commando Review by Mark Szorday
An in depth video review of Shave Dad’s Commando by the one and only Mark Szorady!
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First Impression of Commando by Tobin’s Throwbacks
A first impression video of Shave Dad’s Commando by Tobin’s Throwbacks! Learn all the key points about Commando.
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Review of Louie by The Deacon Shaves
A video review of Shave Dad’s Louie by The Deacon Shaves!
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A Shave with Louie by Brandon Shaves
A video review of Shave Dad’s Louie by Brandon Shaves!
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Commando Review by The Sicilian Shaver
A video review of Shave Dad’s Commando by The Sicilian Shaver!
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Shave Dad Commando Review by Subie Shaves
A video review of Shave Dad’s Commando by Subie Shaves!
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Louie Spotlight by Jeff Shaves
A video spotlight on Shave Dad’s Louie by Jeff Shaves!
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Full Review of Louie by Tobin’s Throwbacks
A full video review of Shave Dad’s Louie by Tobin’s Throwbacks! An in-depth review of Louie by the expert himself, Tobin Fetters!
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Louie Review by Mark Szorday
An in depth video review of Shave Dad’s Louie by the one and only Mark Szorady!
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Shave Dad Louie Review by Subie Shaves
A video review of Shave Dad’s Louie by Subie Shaves!
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First Impression of Louie by Tobin’s Throwbacks
A first impression video of Shave Dad’s Louie by Tobin’s Throwbacks! Learn all the key points about Louie.
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Review of Eastwood by The Deacon Shaves
A video review of Shave Dad’s Eastwood by The Deacon Shaves!
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Review of Eastwood by Tobin’s Throwbacks
An in depth video review of Shave Dad’s Eastwood by Tobin’s Throwbacks! Get all of Tobin’s expertise while he examines Eastwood.
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Eastwood Review by Mark Szorday
An in depth video review of Shave Dad’s Eastwood by the one and only Mark Szorady!
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A Review of Eastwood by Marion the Barbarion
A video review of Shave Dad’s Eastwood by Marion the Barbarian!
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Eastwood Spotlight by Jeff Shaves
A video spotlight of Shave Dad’s Eastwood by Jeff Shaves!
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Eastwood Review by The Sicilian Shaver
A video review of Shave Dad’s Eastwood by The Sicilian Shaver!
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A shave with Eastwood by Cape Cod Wet Shaving
A video review of Shave Dad’s Eastwood by Cape Cod Wet Shaving!
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Eastwood Review by Subie Shaves
A video review of Shave Dad’s Eastwood by Subie Shaves!
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First Impression of Eastwood by Tobin’s Throwbacks
A first impression video of Shave Dad’s Eastwood by Tobin’s Throwbacks! Learn some general information about Eastwood.
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Made Man by Shave Dad, The Wet Shaving Store, and Van Yulay by The Deacon Shaves
A shave video with Shave Dad’s Made Man by The Deacon Shaves!
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Tranquility Bay Review by Jeff Shaves
A video review of Shave Dad’s Tranquility Bay by Jeff Shaves!
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A Shave with Tranquility Bay by The Deacon Shaves
A shave with Shave Dad’s Tranquility Bay by The Deacon Shaves!
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A Shave with Dork by Brandon Shaves
A video review of Shave Dad’s Dork by Brandon Shaves!
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Spumoni Review by the Long Island Shaver
A video review of Shave Dad’s Spumoni by The Long Island Shaver!
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Spumoni Review by The Sicilian Shaver
A video review of Shave Dad’s Spumoni by The Sicilian Shaver!
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A Shave with Old Timer by The Deacon Shaves
A video review of Shave Dad’s Old TImer by The Deacon Shaves!
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Reel of Old Timer by Cape Cod Wet Shaving
A fun video clip of Shave Dad’s Old Timer by Cape Cod Wet Shaving!
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A Shave with Royal Pine by Cape Cod Wet Shaving
A video review of Shave Dad’s Royal Pine by Cape Cod Wet Shaving!
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Old Timer Review by Mark Szorday
An in depth video review of Shave Dad’s Old Timer by the one and only Mark Szorady!
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Shaving with Made Man by The Deacon Shaves
A video review of Shave Dad’s Made Man by The Deacon Shaves!
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Made Man Review by The Sicilian Shaver
A video review of Shave Dad’s Made Man by The Sicilian Shaver!
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