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Shaving Soap vs Shaving Cream: What's the Difference?
Shaving Soap vs Shaving Cream: What's the Difference?
You've probably seen both on the shelf — a hard puck in a wooden bowl and a soft tube of cream. Both promise a great shave. But they're not the... Read more...
The Ultimate Wet Shaving Gift Guide for the Man Who Has Everything
Finding a gift for a man who appreciates quality? This guide covers everything a traditional wet shaver could want — from handcrafted soaps to precision tools built to last. Read more...
Why Artisan Shave Soap Is Worth It (And What You're Missing with a Can of Foam)
That can of foam in your shower is holding your shave back. Here's why making the switch to artisan shave soap is one of the best grooming upgrades you can make. Read more...
How to Get a Perfect Shave with Artisan Shave Soap
Most guys have never experienced a truly great shave. Here's how artisan shave soap, a quality brush, and a little technique can completely change your morning routine. Read more...
Black Friday 2025
Black Friday 2025
We are excited and hope you will be!!!!!! First, Access the sale via the drop down menu on the landing page.  Select "Product Menus" followed by "Black Friday 2025" Overview... Read more...
Thinking About Trying a Straight Razor?
Thinking About Trying a Straight Razor?
A lot of shaving enthusiasts come to the point that they want to try a straight razor. This review is about a product that allows your to try a straight... Read more...
Life of an Artisan
Life of an Artisan
Through the years, shaving enthusiasts have shown interest in the business side of being an artisan. Here is what we've been up to lately. Read more...
Add non-permanent Lather Agitation to Smooth Bottom Mugs & Bowls
Add non-permanent Lather Agitation to Smooth Bottom Mugs & Bowls
“I Really enjoy using the vintage Old Spice mugs but the smooth bottoms aren’t great for lather. Any ideas that aren’t permanent and won’t harm the brush or mug? I’m... Read more...
Keep it safe: Working with Carbon Fiber and G-10
Keep it safe: Working with Carbon Fiber and G-10
Started a hobby involving a lathe, sanding or polishing?  Here is important info about working with Carbon Fiber or G-10. Read more...
Affordable Luxury - Shave Brush Edition
Affordable Luxury - Shave Brush Edition
My journey in bringing our brush line to market has been illuminating.  There isn’t much transparency about the most popular knots.  Relatively few knots represent much of what customers love.  Some price points... Read more...
How much Shave Brush Splay?
How much Shave Brush Splay?
This  is a tip - Kind of - more opinion.  My opinion is that shave brush performance is best if not splayed more than 25%.  I don’t have facts, but... Read more...
Tip: Understanding Splash vs. Extrait de Parfum (EDP)
Tip: Understanding Splash vs. Extrait de Parfum (EDP)
When it comes to fragrance products, there are a variety to choose from, including Eau de Toilette (EDT), Eau de Cologne (EDC), Extrait de Parfum (EDP), etc.... These classifications mainly... Read more...
How to Optimize Your HCC Lather
How to Optimize Your HCC Lather
The optimum way to lather Hendrix Classics Shave Soap. Read more...
Thor-Heart of the Storm
Thor-Heart of the Storm
Thor-Heart of the Storm Chapter 1: The Awakening of Thunder In the realm of Asgard, high above the clouds of Midgard, the mighty Thor, the God of Thunder, awoke with... Read more...
Best Razor Blade Angle for Optimum Efficiency
Best Razor Blade Angle for Optimum Efficiency
The optimum angle for razor blade efficiency is widely accepted to be 30  degrees between your razor and skin.  Targeting a 30 degree angle is perfect with straights and Shavettes.... Read more...
Should you try a straight razor?
Should you try a straight razor?
Inexpensive ways to try a straight razor Read more...
Tip: Cleaning Gear that has been Used
Tip: Cleaning Gear that has been Used
Vintage shaving gear will almost always have been used. Here are some things you can do to help protect against disease transmission. Read more...
Tip: Shaving the Lower Neck
Tip: Shaving the Lower Neck
The lower neck is usually the most challenging shave area. Why? Read more...
Getting a Great Shave
Getting a Great Shave
Getting close comfortable shaves can be challenging, even for experienced shavers. Here are a few tips: Read more...
60 Second Tip: Care For Your Badger Shave Brushes
60 Second Tip: Care For Your Badger Shave Brushes
High End badger shaving brushes are easy to damage.  Here's what to know: Read more...