January 2017 Acquisition Thread

[todras]

Ok, the P&C community can relax... @Benjamin was the mystery Hallows & Fougère benefactor who kindly sent me the samples

Maybe you need a separate acquisitions thread!

You were on the cusp of saying that maybe I need a Spreadsheet weren't you, besides posting my acquisitions in this thread helps me to normalize the acquisitions and make them seem just like everyone else's.'...

 

[dewynter]

I knew I would fail Sabbatical 2017. I knew that.
Brought from US a few non-available here items from PAA/CK as well as some perfume. Wanted to buy Creed, but decided to spare my credit card.

 

[todras]

That PAA ''Sundown" is dodges up to his old tricks, it's the controversial knock off of B&M's Reserve Classic, released shortly after Wills. I'd be interesting in hearing how you rate it in comparison to Reserve Classic.

 

[ben74]

Almost forgot...A Hug, Manuel's samples!

A couple of my favourites!

 

[SpeedyPC]

A couple of my favourites!

Ice cream

 

[todras]

A couple of my favourites!

Ive actually formulated an Aftershave and balm for Brise de Oriente (Easterly Breeze) after a discussion with Manuel as I liked it that much.

I'm torn between ordering a 'Roses' or Bourbon Rose for my next order from him, I may land on grabbing both I suspect.

 

[Draco Noir]

Duck me!!

The newest addition to the family - a Dublduck Goldedge in beautiful condition. It honed up absolutely beautifully, and is almost scary sharp. Now I'm really looking forward to tomorrow morning's shave.

 

[huntereyes_]

First mail call for the year! A handsome 1917 Bulldog that needs some work, but which will be a great addition to the collection. Early Single Rings and Old Types are a personal favourite.

 

[Mark1966]

First mail call for the year! A handsome 1917 Bulldog that needs some work, but which will be a great addition to the collection. Early Single Rings and Old Types are a personal favourite.

Nice mate. They are a lovely looking razor the Bulldog.

 

[SydBJW]

I knew I would fail Sabbatical 2017. I knew that.
Brought from US a few non-available here items from PAA/CK as well as some perfume. Wanted to buy Creed, but decided to spare my credit card.

Smelt the sundown today, soap and aftershave love the scent.

 

[SydBJW]

That PAA ''Sundown" is dodges up to his old tricks, it's the controversial knock off of B&M's Reserve Classic, released shortly after Wills. I'd be interesting in hearing how you rate it in comparison to Reserve Classic.

Mate I trust Douglas a lot more than mister I back away from my word Will from B&M

 

[SydBJW]

In my opinion as someone that has over 100 soap PAA make a lot better scents than most B&M

 

[nsavage]

That PAA ''Sundown" is dodges up to his old tricks, it's the controversial knock off of B&M's Reserve Classic, released shortly after Wills. I'd be interesting in hearing how you rate it in comparison to Reserve Classic.

I'd put my money on the PAA lasting longer in terms of scent. Interestingly I have not heard any controversy about it either? PAA splashes are absolute top shelf IMO.

 

[nsavage]

In my opinion as someone that has over 100 soap PAA make a lot better scents than most B&M

Most?????

 

[SydBJW]

Today's mail call, if you like sweet scented soaps, Chris has hit a home run with all 4

 

[nsavage]

Today's mail call, if you like sweet scented soaps, Chris has hit a home run with all 4

Great soap maker is Chris.

 

[huntereyes_]

Nice mate. They are a lovely looking razor the Bulldog.

Thanks Mark! What's your take on polishing vs patina?

 

[Mark1966]

Thanks Mark! What's your take on polishing vs patina?

Overall - each to his own BUT my personal rules are

NOS is NOS and cannot be undone - buy a user grade unless you have a really good reason.

Replating and repainting is restoration - bear the history in mind and tread carefully here.

Minimise wear - aggressive polishing can lead to longer term damage - be cautious.

Clean and lightly polish is my approach - the soda and aluminium treatment on silver plated razors to protect them.

 

[Cris]

Lovely mail call! Can't wait to review and use everything!!!!!!

Cris Maden
"Another Cut Above"

 

[dewynter]

In my opinion as someone that has over 100 soap PAA make a lot better scents than most B&M

I tend to agree with that. I've got 10 PAA/CK soaps including the one he made for Peter Charkalis @ The Shaving Shop and I love all scents. Not counting the performance as it's great. I've got only three B&M soaps that I like and sniffed a few other - the other just didn't touch me. Again, not counting the performance as it's also great. Yet need to sniff Dickens and First Snow. I know lots of people here love scents like Night Music, Rhapsody, Adagio etc., but these ones are not for me.

Most?????

Don't touch Cologne Russe - it's outstanding! And Black currant sandalwood as well.

I'd put my money on the PAA lasting longer in terms of scent. Interestingly I have not heard any controversy about it either? PAA splashes are absolute top shelf IMO.

Cannot comment on the longevity of scents, but PAA/CK soaps are top performers for me as well. And splashes of course.