suds sampling: select and score

stillshunter

stillshunter

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OK my samples have gotten out of control....more specifically you guys, esp. @SydBJW "the Sudsman", are too generous. I got to be more disciplined about getting through these samples....and no reason this can't also prove constructive. So here's what I propose:
1. I'll list all the samples I have (and will add as samples come onboard).
2. You nominate a soap you are most curious about.
3. I use that soap for no less than 3 consecutive shaves in a row.
4. I post a review of each soap based on the same criteria (e.g., scent, ease to lather, protection, glide, post-shave feel)
5. After my test process, it's your turn and the sample goes to the nominee for a comparative 3-shave review.
Caveat: if you nominate a soap you must be prepared to test it for 3 consecutive shaves and post a review (photos aren't obligatory, but neither discouraged).

Whaddya reckon?
 
Korbz said:
Sounds good... Will be interesting to see if the people testing have aligned views to yours.
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That, my friend, is highly unlikely.

But you raise a great point re: equivalency. Be good to share common criteria. I have already proposed:
  • scent,
  • ease to lather,
  • protection,
  • glide,
  • post-shave feel
Maybe with a shorthand rating of 1-10 or something and then a rating overall and/or key Pro and Con? Anything else?

Just thinking aloud here folks, what works for others?
 
I am interested in your views on the soaps
 
stillshunter said:
That, my friend, is highly unlikely.

But you raise a great point re: equivalency. Be good to share common criteria. I have already proposed:
  • scent,
  • ease to lather,
  • protection,
  • glide,
  • post-shave feel
Maybe with a shorthand rating of 1-10 or something and then a rating overall and/or key Pro and Con? Anything else?

Just thinking aloud here folks, what works for others?
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Maybe while you're at it, make a spreadsheet to keep track of samples and reviews... LOL [emoji38]

I reckon just keep it simple: keep it or bin it. [emoji6]
 
filobiblic said:
Maybe while you're at it, make a spreadsheet to keep track of samples and reviews... LOL [emoji38]

I reckon just keep it simple: keep it or bin it. [emoji6]
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You surprise me @filobiblic ....at times you out Mark @Mark1966 , at others you become all loose and supple, footloose, fancy-free.

I like it!
 
stillshunter said:
That, my friend, is highly unlikely.

But you raise a great point re: equivalency. Be good to share common criteria. I have already proposed:
  • scent,
  • ease to lather,
  • protection,
  • glide,
  • post-shave feel
Maybe with a shorthand rating of 1-10 or something and then a rating overall and/or key Pro and Con? Anything else?

Just thinking aloud here folks, what works for others?
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I think these are the 5 criteria of soaps we could discuss the order though and I also think that scent is very subjective and ease of lathering overrated - but that might be subjective as well :D
 
Alright, finally did a stocktake. Rather than simply lay out a full list of my samples, I opted for a representative spread of what's in the drawers.

  • Tim's Breakfast of Champions
  • Tim's Greek Peach
  • Tim's Hybrid
  • Tim's Blue Suit
  • Wet Shaving Products Ole Kentucky
  • Wet Shaving Products Pumpkin Spice
  • Barrister & Mann Adagio
  • Barrister & Mann Cologne Russe
  • Washpool V.2
  • Washpool v.3
  • Razorock Holy Cannoli
  • Shave Revolution The Connoisseur B-Street .009
  • Italian Barber L'Americano
  • ShaverHeaven Fresh
  • ShaverHeaven Forbidden Forest v.1 (this is special, this is where@Anthony began)
  • Vito's Original
  • Catie's Bubbles Black Bergamot
  • La Toja shaving stick

So c'mon fellas what would you like to see reviewed over the course of a week (so no less than three consecutive shaves), by me and then by you? Could prove interesting....
 
...almost all Vegan :(

But here we go:
Catie's Bubbles Black Bergamot
 
I know that WSP Ole Kentucky is the new tallow formula.
 
Pretty sure the shave revolution is also a tallow soap.
 
No ARKO!!! ?
WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU?
:)

This could be real fun, anyone got C&E to send ?
Col Conk while at it :)
Latest formula Williams.
Most artisan olive oil soaps.
@stillshunter regretting this idea yet ? :p
BTW, Note I've not suggested one for you to try, yet inquired as to why these are not upon your list, so no deal in palming them off to me ;)
 
borked said:
No ARKO!!! ?
WHAT IS WRONG WITH YOU?
:)

This could be real fun, anyone got C&E to send ?
Col Conk while at it :)
Latest formula Williams.
Most artisan olive oil soaps.
@stillshunter regretting this idea yet ? :p
BTW, Note I've not suggested one for you to try, yet inquired as to why these are not upon your list, so no deal in palming them off to me ;)
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No No, No, NO, NO!
...the idea here is to use the samples I currently have, I certainly don't need more. I am happy for others to do the same - i.e., you front up your samples and review selected ones - god forbid like arko - and others (including me) share in the pleasure (or pain) but please, oh please folks for the love of humanity, no more samples (for the moment)!
 
OK fellas, one down - well will be when I shave within an hour or so - and many, many more to go.
  • Tim's Breakfast of Champions
  • Tim's Greek Peach
  • Tim's Hybrid
  • Tim's Blue Suit
  • Wet Shaving Products Ole Kentucky
  • Wet Shaving Products Pumpkin Spice
  • Barrister & Mann Adagio
  • Barrister & Mann Cologne Russe
  • Washpool V.2
  • Washpool v.3
  • Razorock Holy Cannoli
  • Shave Revolution The Connoisseur B-Street .009
  • Italian Barber L'Americano
  • ShaverHeaven Fresh
  • ShaverHeaven Forbidden Forest v.1 (this is special, this is where@Anthony began)
  • Vito's Original
  • Catie's Bubbles Black Bergamot @alfredus
  • La Toja shaving stick

So what's next, anyone interested in making the selection and making the score.
 
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