Shave Dad’s Dad – PAA x Shave Dad

A Texan shaves steel in hand, traditional wet shaving, smooth and brand. Howdy! Welcome back to Texan Shaves. Today, we’ve got a special episode. It’s Tuesday night, and I just finished with Shave Masters Live, so now I’m making a video for tomorrow. Tomorrow is a big day, though. We have a special collaboration release with PAA and Jerry, Shaved Dad himself.

Let’s go over it. The release is called Shave Dad’s Dad. Look at that label! I love it. There is a story behind that label, and I hope I remember it correctly. I believe it was created by a family member—Jerry’s brother, who’s a tattoo artist in Italy, if I’m not mistaken. Anyway, I really like the artwork.

I also have the matching splash, of course. We’re going to get into that here in just a second. But first, let’s quickly go over the hardware. I’ll be using an injector razor that I picked up from The Wet Shaving Store during a 55% off overstock sale. It’s the Mossei, and it’s a beautiful razor. I’ve only used it once so far, so I’m excited to use it again today. It’s loaded with a first-use Schick Platinum injector, if I remember correctly.

For the brush, I’m using my Chisel and Hound brush, which I believe is called Experiment. The flow of this brush is incredible. I’m not sure if that will show up on camera, but it is a beautiful brush. It features a 26 mm white horsehair knot that I got from Griffith Shaving, yes, indeed.

Now, let’s talk a bit about Shave Dad’s Dad. It is a limited edition collaboration between Phoenix Shaving and Shaved Dad. It’s an homage to vintage Lectric Shave. Lectric Shave is an interesting product. Many people mistakenly think it’s an aftershave, but it’s actually a pre-shave. This scent pays tribute to fathers everywhere, just in time for Father’s Day.

As Jerry noted, while my father kept his Gillette Red Tip razor set aside for slow weekend shaves, the workweek was all about speed and efficiency, which is where the electric shaver came into play. I can still picture him with that sleek, shiny razor in hand, and Electric Shave was always there.

The scent was clean and fresh, somewhat like Skin Bracer, but lighter and subtler. It’s remarkable how a fragrance can transport you. One whiff, and suddenly you’re back in the past. That’s why this Father’s Day, Shave Dad and Phoenix Shaving have teamed up to create Shave Dad’s Dad—a limited edition scent that captures those moments and memories. It’s a tribute to the tools, the rituals, and the men who came before us.

Thank you, Jerry, for sharing that wonderful write-up! The scent notes include top notes of clean, airy citrus with a subtle floral lift. The midnotes are soft florals with hints of green spice—classic and understated. The base notes are talc-like powder, soft violet, and that unmistakable green woody finish that lingers in memory. Shave Dad’s Dad honors those quiet, everyday moments with the men who showed up, made things work, and did their best, often without fanfare.

What can you expect? This isn’t a flashy scent. It’s not loud or trendy. Instead, it’s clean, nostalgic, and incredibly comforting. Whether it reminds you of your father’s medicine cabinet or simply enhances your own morning shave, it provides a gentle sense of connection. It’s the kind of scent you reach for when you want something familiar and genuine.

Let’s get started, then! I’ve gone about two and a half days without shaving. I’m trying to remember the last time I shaved my face; I put it off because I knew I needed to make this video. I think I was planning to make this video sooner, but that didn’t happen. Anyway, that’s plenty of lather on the brush. I’ll set it aside. The soap is quite light on the puck—I would rate it about a three out of ten. However, when you hydrate it, it comes alive a little more.

For full fragrance extraction, I recommend blooming the soap using the Douglas Smith method. This involves heating the tub to help those fragrances come alive and waft out of the tub. It’s wonderful. We’ll talk more about that in a moment.

As I mentioned, it’s not a flashy scent. It’s clean, nostalgic, and reassuring. Now, I need to wet my face, so let’s do that. Just to clarify, Electric Shave isn’t an aftershave or a cologne; it’s actually a liquid pre-shave you would use before applying an electric razor. It raises the hairs and is somewhat hydrophobic—an intriguing quality. When you apply it and try to wet your face, the water just runs off. It’s unique, but it does the job.

I have a vintage bottle from what I can best date to 1958, new old stock, never opened, that should arrive on Thursday. I’m looking forward to that. I plan to include this in my “Shaves of My Father” series for Father’s Day. I’m doing a bonus one on the day before Father’s Day featuring Lectric Shave. This situation reminded me that my dad used an electric razor once, and I recall him having Lectric Shave. It’s not a fragrance I remember well, just the bottle and the label, but this release has brought all those memories flooding back. So thank you, Jerry and Doug, for that.

It was the older formula, of course. The newer formula includes tea tree and menthol, but I understand that the original fragrance formula is still available today. I wanted to acquire a vintage version to ensure I was getting the classic scent.

Upon my first whiff of Shave Dad’s Dad, the light, airy citrus was evident, and yes, I just got it all over my nose because I got a bit too close! The dry down on this is fantastic, and I’ve used it about four times now. It definitely undergoes transformation. Personally, I don’t pick up on the woodiness that is mentioned, but I do find it offers a pleasant, calming, and light powdery fragrance that pairs beautifully with the citrus notes. I’ve truly enjoyed the dry down.

Initially, I was somewhat concerned because when I first smelled this soap upon receiving it, I found the scent was slightly faint. I got my daughter involved in the testing since she has a good nose for scents. She also found it light. Interestingly, scents can often take time to train your nose; they don’t always come to you immediately.

If I had a strong recollection of this fragrance, like I do with Aqua Velva or Old Spice, it might have presented differently. But this one feels a bit uncharted for me since I remember the bottle but not the specific fragrance. As I continued to smell it—putting it on the back of my hand—I detected a strong alcohol scent, almost like it was intentional.

Then, the citrus notes began to emerge. Once I finally got through the splash and put it on for the shave, everything opened up and transformed with every pass I made. By my third shave, every note seemed to come alive. I’m sharing my personal experience with this fragrance, not necessarily what will happen for everyone, but this has been my journey.

This is why I’ve always said—and many others echo this—you shouldn’t just disregard a scent if it doesn’t resonate at first. Sometimes you have to step back, put it away, and come back to it later with fresh perspective. I had a fascinating conversation with Marcus and Sarah from the Barber Shop Duet about our experiences with this, and we both were curious about whether our modern expectations of fragrances influence our reception of more subtle vintage notes.

Honestly, the entire experience has taught me a lot about my own perception of scents. I didn’t realize this was possible—how I might be misinterpreting fragrances. But I’ve learned that sometimes it takes patience and an open mind to truly appreciate what a scent has to offer.

I think I’ve shared enough on that subject. Although it was a bit frustrating at first, it turned into an enriching educational experience in understanding fragrance. Returning to the original purpose of Electric Shave, I had to remind myself it’s meant to be a pre-shave. The fragrance is just an added bonus to enhance the shaving experience.

I really hope that those who try it share their journey with me—I love to hear how others relate to scents and if they have similar experiences. We all come to things differently, and that’s what makes this community so valuable.

Alright, I need to wrap things up. It’s getting late, and I have edits to make before bed. I’ll return after rinsing and share my final thoughts.

As I rinsed with hot water, I picked up on those green notes and the green spice. Each time I use this, I discover something new—it’s like a unique experience every time. It’s such an exploration of fragrance that I’ve never had before. Normally, I notice an extra note occasionally, but this time feels different.

I’m genuinely loving this journey. This is my fourth use, and each time I find something entirely new. Unlike hunting for notes, this feels like a gradual, delightful reveal to my senses. I’m excited for each shave, anticipating new discoveries along the way.

Let’s get to the splash now, where the magic truly happens. This is where you’ll find the heart of the fragrance.

Oh, I just noticed soap on my ear from earlier—so busy talking! Here we go. I can already tell this splash has a strong alcohol hit at the start, which seems by design to mirror the original product. They’ve captured that essence brilliantly, as it gives way to bright, clean citrus notes with hints of soft florals. It’s not feminine, but rather a gentle, classic scent.

Absolutely, this fragrance is vintage. The violet note intertwines beautifully with the green woodiness, which I realized while rinsing. I’m finally recognizing the complex layers of fragrance, awakening my palette to new experiences.

This is such an exciting and unique moment for me. I apologize if it seems a bit personal, but I’m really enjoying this journey.

I’ve already gone long past my initial plan. It’s been an incredible shave, and I love that razor. Shave Dad’s Dad is a tribute to fathers everywhere, so a huge thank you to Doug, Fran Hu, and Jerry for sending this to me for review. I’m genuinely in love with this. It’s truly an experience—more than just a shave for me.

I don’t expect everyone to feel the same way as I do, but for those who may share this experience, I encourage you to give it time. Sometimes it’s about patience and allowing a scent to reveal itself in its own time.

I’ve learned a valuable lesson. Initially, I had some worries about how to navigate this review, but taking my time to learn the fragrance has truly rewarded me with a lovely experience. It’s light and perfect for any occasion, including the office, a date, or even a night out.

To wrap up, Shave Dad’s Dad releases this weekend, available in its full complement, including a cube! You know I’ll be getting that to increase my cube collection.

Find your peace, wherever you can, and I look forward to seeing you next time on Texan Shaves.

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