Can or Brush?

Inkleg · Post by **Inkleg** » Fri Aug 22, 2014 7:04 pm

What is your preferred way to shave? I've been using a badger hair brush as long as I can remember. There is something about this that I enjoy. This was how my grandfather use to shave and I was always fascinated by it. Back when I had the time I use to use a straight razor, you think beginner brewers are nervous.

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And check out the beer glass!

teutonic terror · Post by **teutonic terror** » Fri Aug 22, 2014 7:25 pm

Can.

What I grew up with, but I did start with a safety razor my Dad had while he was in the Army and the old style Wilkinson blades!

Ibasterd · Post by **Ibasterd** » Fri Aug 22, 2014 7:42 pm

I don't always shave, but when I do it's with a straight razor. Actually, I only use the straight on the weekends, as it is a bit of a process and not the type of thing to rush through. During the week I use a Merkur double edged safety razor. I got sick of paying for cartridges, plus I feel like it's a more distinguished way to shave. I actually enjoy shaving when done properly. So to answer your question, Brush. I have used shaving soap, but I prefer a cream. Art of shaving has a great cream that I'm using now.

Post by **BlackDuck** » Fri Aug 22, 2014 8:54 pm

Hot water and a disposable razor for me. No shaving cream. I can't grow a beard if I tried. So it's a pretty easy affair for me. The only thing I can grow is a light 'stache and goatee. Guess I can't be a real craft brewer since I can't grow the brewers beard.

Rebel_B · Post by **Rebel_B** » Fri Aug 22, 2014 9:17 pm

I'm intrigued. I don't remember ever seeing anyone use a brush at home. I have been shaven at a barbershop with a brush, but never done it myself.

Inkleg · Post by **Inkleg** » Fri Aug 22, 2014 9:40 pm

It's kind of like brewing Rebel, you can make it as easy or complicated as you'd like.
This is a good place to start.

Nice set up Ibastard.

Post by **Beer-lord** » Fri Aug 22, 2014 10:35 pm

teutonic terror wrote:Can.

What I grew up with, but I did start with a safety razor my Dad had while he was in the Army and the old style Wilkinson blades!

Hey dude, you owe me royalties for your avatar. I'lll be over tomorrow to collect them.

I use the Atra triple blade. Thankfully, due to my light skin and red hair, I could almost go a day or two without shaving before anyone would notice.

teutonic terror · Post by **teutonic terror** » Sat Aug 23, 2014 4:20 am

Beer-lord wrote:
teutonic terror wrote:Can.

What I grew up with, but I did start with a safety razor my Dad had while he was in the Army and the old style Wilkinson blades!
Hey dude, you owe me royalties for your avatar. I'lll be over tomorrow to collect them.

Ooops!
Fixed it!
Cmon. We'll have a few pints and you can help me with my Schwarzbier!

FedoraDave · Post by **FedoraDave** » Sat Aug 23, 2014 6:02 am

I've switched back and forth between brush and can over the years. Now I use Shaving Butter.

JohnSant · Post by **JohnSant** » Sat Aug 23, 2014 6:52 am

Been using a shaving brush for over 20 years now. Like it more than can soap, it seems to make hair softer than the can. It may have something to do with the way a man applies the soap with brush by rubbing it into the beard.

Post by **Beer-lord** » Sat Aug 23, 2014 10:14 am

teutonic terror wrote:
Beer-lord wrote:
teutonic terror wrote:Can.

What I grew up with, but I did start with a safety razor my Dad had while he was in the Army and the old style Wilkinson blades!
Hey dude, you owe me royalties for your avatar. I'lll be over tomorrow to collect them.
Ooops!
Fixed it!
Cmon. We'll have a few pints and you can help me with my Schwarzbier!

Seriously, I was kidding. I don't own that avatar and it's all over the net anyway but, your new one is very cool!

Chuck N · Post by **Chuck N** » Sat Aug 23, 2014 10:32 am

Shaving is for wussies!

I'm a welder by trade. When I feel the need to take the hair offa my face I just fire up the oxyacetylene torch and BURN it off. On the week-ends I go out to the wood shop and use the belt sander.

Kealia · Post by **Kealia** » Sat Aug 23, 2014 2:28 pm

Can. I've often felt like I wanted to go to a barber shop and have the brush and straight-razor shave, though.
I feel like it's something that all men should do at least once - although I haven't yet myself. Maybe someday...

JohnSant · Post by **JohnSant** » Sat Aug 23, 2014 3:00 pm

I have been under the impression that barbers quit using the straight-razor when the AIDs thing started? Always had my edge cut with straight-razor until then.

teutonic terror · Post by **teutonic terror** » Sat Aug 23, 2014 5:40 pm

Beer-lord wrote:
Beer-lord wrote:
teutonic terror wrote:
Ooops!
Fixed it!
Cmon. We'll have a few pints and you can help me with my Schwarzbier!
Seriously, I was kidding. I don't own that avatar and it's all over the net anyway but, your new one is very cool!

I know! Carrying on some foolishness!

Just didn't want some nOObies or something to get some bogus advice from me thinking they were talking to you!

Seriously, If you are in the vicinity anytime, the offer stands!

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