Hi, thanks for checking on me. I'm dealing with some personal issues at the moment and will be back to posting content as soon as humanly possible. Please don't worry about me, I'm all good. Just sorting some stuff out. See you very soon hopefully. Ash
@@TheChapsGuide It’s so good to hear from you, Ash! No rush, take whatever time is needed, we will be happy to have you back when you are ready. Life is more important than content, I’m sure all the chaps in your community understand that. Wishing you the best!
Greetings Ash, Seen on your instagram page that you’re having a fantastic time with a night or two in Oak Lodge, can’t help but say I’m a little jealous, it must be a fantastic place to be this time of year. All the best
Was waiting for this. Thank you with plenty of gratitude. Very useful info. Shaving being a crucial part of grooming which in turn is very important in projecting your manliness, this episode is a God sent. Thank you once again.
Well, I enjoyed this and I hope to see many more ‘chats’ (you don’t need to shave every time, Ash!). Solid advice and highly entertaining. Not to mention (even though I’m going to mention it) true concern to give a great service to your listeners. Good one. 😊
Sorry to hear you are having struggles, but happy to hear that you are doing ok. Take the time you need to get things sorted out. We will all be happy to see you back when the time is right. All the best!
Thank you for your kind words sir - I will be back just as soon as I possibly can and have been preparing some great content for my return. Hope to catch up with you soon!
These were an extremely enjoyable 47 min. I discovered traditional wet shaving many years ago after having had enough of razor burn and ingrown hairs for using a cartridge razor during my teen years. My current setup: - Parker shavette style razor + feather blades - proraso shaving cream and aftershave (white product line) - block of alum (I find this essential because it soothes the skin and takes care of any little cut) One thing that I found out during the years is that I prefer to shave at night after a nice shower. It allows me to shave without any rush and gives my skin time to relax during the night. Cheers
I concur with the enjoyability of the feature! I also *absolutely* agree with your shaving setup! Mine is: - Franksteined safety razor from razors I honestly don`t remember - Astra blades - occasionally a Solingen made gold etched (just pretty, no function) open razor (good for getting the beard silhouette done) - Yes! The same Proraso products - their shaving soap of the white line is divine - no skin irritation whatsoever! - also the alum block of course! - (currently) Captain Fawcett Expedition Strength Moustache Wax to get the moustache fixed - Mr Bear Family Beard balm Woodland - Badger shaving brush, though they tend to die eventually, it's the third right now I've come to shave right before showering and add the skin care right after because it opens up the pores. Best regards Raoul G. Kunz
@@RaoulKunz1 Thank you Sir for the comment! I forgot to write last time that I also own a Dovo Straight razor, but I'm still working on my stropping technique so I don't use it very often. Cheers L.M.
Hi Ash. I'm a recent follower and have realised it's always a good start to the day when a notification pops up that you've posted another video. It was the watches that brought me here in the first place but I'm hooked on everything else now too. I particularly like the positivity. Thanks also for answering my question! You've convinced me - I'll try ditching the Mach 3 and give wet shaving a go. All the best.
Interesting you'd mention cars, as I was actually in a minor accident a mere few hours ago. (I'm fine!) I was being a dumbuss and got in a cosmetic-level bender. No ticket thankfully, and in true chap fashion, I owned up to it completely. This was my first real accident ever in over five years of driving. Not too shabby, I'd say. I found the mention of UK and US differences between khakis and chinos fascinating! As an American, I can confirm that khaki is the ultimate color of chino here. In fact, I was under the impression that it was the nature of chinos to be khaki, the garment term "khaki" was synonymous with "chino," and any other colors were an unusual bit of personality. Please don't fault me for my lack of trouser knowledge - I pretty much exclusively wear suit trousers with less formal stuff for price and aesthetics. Thank you for answering my question! Your answer was reassuring to me. My penmanship isn't that great, and I worry about how I'll be percieved when I send letters and notes in inelegant print. Throughout my childhood, I struggled with handwriting, partially because of a coordination disorder called dyspraxia. To this day, I can't use fountain pens due to the delicate pressing they require. My handwriting today is comfortably legible, but nothing fancy. I'm glad to know you feel that's perfectly fine.
Hi Ash, I stumbled upon your videos shortly after obtaining my Rolex datejust, but now have watched many of them on all sorts of topics. I find them both informative and entertaining. Your positivity has helped me cope with a particularly difficult health issue which I seem to be recovering from now I've also started shaving with a double edge razor since watching your videos and haven't looked back. I hope you sort out your issue soon. All the best.
Great to hear that my videos have offered some support in a time of need - that is all I ever hoped from the channel. Best of luck and I hope you are now tip top!
To reply to the hiking question. I find a lot of the Nordic hiking stuff fjallraven etc do technical coats that are hard wearing and quite stylish. To be honest, I a Barbour see's me right for wet Irish weather. Gore Tex is fantastic stuff though.
I agree - devil is in the detail. You mention clean boots etc. people can think about coloured laces in the shoes, but make sure it pings with some other item of clothing like braces or waste coat
Hi Ash,another fantastic video,I don't shave myself as I have a beard but my barber will shave my neck and cheeks to keep it looking sharp!!! some exellent question superbly answered Ash.
Hiking would be good to see a video on this too There is a move away from the plastics back to natural fabrics including merino wool and wool such as McNair
First view, just enjoyed your shave. Had to see again to note the details like the products you used. Have been using Taconic Bay rum shaving soap and I love it.
Thanks for the review! I just ordered the Rockwell Razors 6C. I've wanted to go back to the old school razors, however, I nick too easily. I think this will be the answer! Thanks! I also picked up a similar lathering bowl, and I have a feeling we bought ours at a similar store! (It will be our secret!) A better bargain with more surface area to whip up a lather than the traditional bowls out there!
Hi Ash, great video as usual, Cordings is my favourite gentleman's outfitters. I would love to see a video about Cordings and is history and famous current owner
Great advise on the balding and grooming. My personal opinion on that, is to go the way of not using hair pieces, just groom yourself well and you would be happier. It would cost less, and less work overall. You could always grow the remaining hair out and get the hair piece later if you can't stand the more natural look. I am now into my fourth month of using double edge shaving razors. It is not a fast method, but it does offer a better result and I enjoy the process.
Great video, Ash. Thanks for posting. I've been shaving the traditional way for a number of years ago and haven't looked back. Disposable razors, particularly the multi-blades, cause no end of trouble with one's skin: razor burn, bumps, ingrown hairs, to name but a few. Because the disposables are so light, quite a bit of pressure is needed to cut the whiskers, and this can lead to hair being cut underneath the skin, and ingrown hairs are the result. Granted, it takes a few weeks to really getting the knack of shaving with a 'proper' razor, but it's well worth the time and the inevitable nick now and then. Anyone who has moved over from disposables to single or double edge safety razors, will tell you that in a few weeks of use, one's skin improves and becomes easier and easier to shave, without all the dreaded complications that the little throwaway plastic monsters create. One carefully chosen safety razor will last a lifetime. Razor blades are cheap and can be bought online at a fraction of the cost of disposable razors, so moving over to traditional wet shaving will save loads of dosh in a lifetime. When I say that it will save you lots of lolly, I mean that it will if you don't fall down the 'rabbit hole' (like most of us do) and end up with numerous different razors, blades, brushes, creams, soaps, croaps, aftershaves, balms ... you get the picture. Indeed, traditional wet shaving using vintage and modern razors has become a popular hobby in the UK, and even more so in the USA, and there are many RUclips channels devoted entirely to this method of shaving. Here is a link to Paul H Films, which is the best UK traditional shaving channel for learning about traditional wet shaving ruclips.net/user/PaulHFilms Once again, thanks for posting this video, Ash. I hope you will make more shaving-related videos in the future.
What a great format - shave and a chat. Can we have more of these Ash? My razor of choice is also the Rockwell 6S, although I'm not brave enough to go to setting 6! I set mine on 4 and use it every couple of days. I need to switch to a shaving cream instead of a soap though as I find the soap is a little hard to work into a creamy lather. I would encourage the viewer with the hair piece to persist with it if it gives him confidence. At the age of 62, I have embarked on a long process of dental treatment to straighten my teeth with Invisalign aligners. I am two thirds of the way through the process and my self esteem has improved alongside the improvement in my 'smile'.
It really is isn't it? Would make an interesting chat show. Guess it would limit the guests to male only but it would be a good men's mental health video series. Ash and a chap standing at a sink each for ten to fifteen minutes. We could do a multiple 'shave in' on Zoom.
I owned my own "chap's car", my personal dream car: a 3 wheeler RELIANT Robin years ago. It was a functional car, not prone to tipping over (contrary to the myth established by Jeremy Clarkson) and it had a good ratio of MPG. And it was - back in those days - surprisingly cheap. Only it could not survive a crash with a lorry - which however left me unhurt.
Ash. Spot on with the red waistcoat. That was my first thought. Always liked shaving before I started sporting a beard. Always feel so clean after a shave. I was reminded of a book I read about Beau Brummell and how men would watch his morning regiment so as to learn how to dress stylish. As for baldness I have been bald sense I was 30. I feel the same as you and look to Sir Sean Connery as am insperation. Cheers Ron
Nice shave Ash, I have the Rockwell 6s also. I use it on the R3 of R4 plate and gives me a wonderful smooth BBS feeling. I do know that after using my DE razors for a shave that the hairs seems to take longer to create the stubble compared to the cart razors. Heritage Hill have a wonderful selection of soaps that are based on a Bay Rum scent. Those HH soaps smell wonderful and provide excellent slickness for the shave. Have a great day Ash
While I don't own a Rockwell, I've heard only positive reviews. I would add to this conversation that every wetshaver owes it to themselves to try a vintage Gillette safety razor. I own and collect virtually every model and have used them all, and there's not a bad one among them imo.
My main razor is a Rockwell 6c. It leaves an incredible finish. Lovely and easy to use. Finished with Quorum aftershave and edt and I’m set for Autumn. Great video as always.
Is the Sport coat video coming soon? Looking forward to your thoughts on which you'd own if you were to only have 2. Like I said I think Linen for the warm weather and perhaps Tweed for Winter would be nice for a somewhat minimal wardrobe.
Hi there, I wanted to make you aware that if you're looking to get some shirts, that Hilditch & Key on Jeremyn street has loads of high quality cotton shirts for like £30 per shirt. They did a factory sale where I was lucky enough to get loads of shirts for £9.99 each, and the flaws were super minimal at best. One was like a small weaving or stitching issue like misaligning the stich for the yolk. Anyways! These shirts sale for like £180 typically on that website, it does feel super soft and they use mother of pearl buttons. So I'd say the prices I got for it was a complete steal. I got myself load of their winchester styled shirts with colours like teal, orange, and red for like £30 each. I replaced my whole Charles Tyrwhitt wardrobe with their shirts now lol. I really needed some good quality shirts that fitted and I was lucky enough to come across it. I have a total of 22 HK shirts now or something? I probably have the most shirts in my wardrobe in the post code area. I really need to stop buying shirts... but it was a good deal! So its hard to say. At least I'm not one of those guys who purchases a Ralph Lauren shirt for £100 despite it being made in places like China and doesn't really show much for quality really then compared to a luxury M and S shirt. Plus I hate that embroidery too. Oh yes and thanks to your videos I decided to get a double-edged razor in the end. A dramatic difference, I also think my acne is virtually gone now since using it. It could be due to better facial hygiene standards, but I think the typically razors really cause a lot of irritation on my face, and double edged razors simply does not do any of that.
You had a great result there and yet another testament why we should never pay full prices for great clothing. H&K are well renowned as makers of the finest shirts and if you can acquire a small stable at a very reasonable cost, well you are appointed as a modern gent indeed. Also, congratulations on sticking with the DE razor - I actually look forward to my morning shaves these days and find that 10-minutes in my day to be an oasis of calm. Ash
I ordered the proraso pre shave and bay rum after this. The Proraso is really nice, but the Bay Rum scent I found pretty awful, so sent it back and ordered the TooBS Lime cream, and Almond cream.
I have just recently switched to a single razor to shave my head (I'm bal). I had been using disposable cartridges for years and gave the single razor a try - to undesirable results. I cut my twice or thrice. I used soap to lather and my head. The blades I used were London Bridge. What could have gone wrong? My shaving technique (followed the grain and against it on the second go) or my blade?
I have never shaved my head, so my advice on this topic would be weak. But generally a successful shave results from solid preparation, high quality products and steady technique. There are many excellent YT shave channels that can offer better advice- I often watch Jim Will Shave.
Hi Ash, I hope you are keeping well. I’ve recently discovered your channel and I am really enjoying watching your content, so thank you. What are your opinions on online discount retailers such as YOOX? Have you ever bought from one? I have purchased a few items from YOOX over the last couple of years and I’ve always been happy with the quality of the products. I’m perfectly happy to buy items that have probably been sat in a warehouse for a long period of time if it means I can get them at a knockdown price. Take care and keep up the great work. Kind regards Rob
I always chase the best possible deals and if you have found YOOX to offer a good price point, go for it. I have not personally experienced their services, but I would certainly explore any frugal options. Welcome to the channel.
The VW Golf is a great car. in my opinion, one of the better smaller hatchbacks. My car is 10 years old, but well maintained and groomed regularly. Friends continue to advise me to get a new and more expensive car. I'm of the opinion that when I drive past people most of them don't know me, so why would I try to impress them. You like what you like. Stick with the Golf mate. You can't go too far wrong there! Love your collection of watches. It's inspired me to look for something new. I can't stretch to a Rolex, but wondering what you thought of a Tissot Chronograph, white face, Roman numerals, black Croc Leather strap. Looks elegant, but I don't know a lot about the brand. Are you aware of it Ash? I'd appreciate your opinion. I always love a good shaving video! Cheers! Phil
Tissot are a fine brand and make superb pieces. I am familiar with your suggested watch and I think it would be a worthy addition to any gentleman's collection. Longines are another brand that also elicits the same thoughts for me. Maybe check their catalogue for something that may fit.
Are you okay? I have been checking your channel for new content but nothing new in the last 2 months. I hope all is well. I hope whatever personal thing you are going through is becoming easier to cope with each day
I think that my razor is the same one I first shaved with in the 1960s. I tried cartridges for a while but never really liked them. My preferred shaving mug is what is sometimes called a Santa Fe style mug -- basically just a small ceramic bowl to hold a cake of shaving soap. As someone from the US southwest, I do have a question that may be obvious to you British, but not to me: Just what do you mean by a "chap"?
Shaving with these old school razors is the only sensible way...I use a Merkur and some Astra blades. It costs almost nothing. And it's smooth. Supermarket plastic razors are the biggest con ever
Astra are also my favourite blades, I used them in a Merkur and also have a Rockwell. Have a collection of creams, soaps, aftershaves. Always a great start to the day to pick which one to use. Today was TOBS peppermint with proraso green aftershave
What is the Chap’s view of using combat sports and skills (boxing, wrestling, Judo, kickboxing, BJJ, Sambo, fencing, pistol/rifle craft) as vehicles for self development?
Hi! I’m not as Chap as Ash, but I try. I practice Tang Soo Do and I find that it helps me live my life and how I treat other people. TSD practitioners live by 5 codes or guidelines. The Five Codes of Tang Soo Do are loyalty to country, obedience to parents, honor friendship, no retreat in battle, and in fighting choose with sense and honor. Now these codes were taken quite literally back in the days of old Korea, but today they translate to more modern meaning. Besides this, the sport made me more confident about myself and taught me that with hard work you can achieve anything. After 6 tough years I became a first degree black belt. Does this answer your question?
Great question - I will answer this rather more fully in a future Q & A video I'm planning, but anything which sharpens the mind and body must be a great idea for any chap seeking nirvana!
@@TheChapsGuide I look forward to hearing your thoughts. It’s a broad enough subject that you could easily do an entire video or series on it. These skills and practices are often presented in an aggressive or macho way, I’d love to see them through the Chap’s eye.
Just to let you know the Jaguar was an F-Type, not an X-Type. Probably just a slip of the tongue. Good choice, though. My father and I are both Jaguar fans, he's had five but is without at the moment. I'm trying to get my first. But strangely I too own a VW.
I've been shaving with a double edged safety razor since the woke grossly insulting Gillette advert. Which got me into vintage aftershaves and razors. I usually do two passes in different directions during my shaves.
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considering you were a soldier, I saw the fastest first pass I've ever seen, and an extremely smooth one at that. You are a man worthy of respect!
Thank you sir
I don’t know where else to put this:Ash, I hope you are doing OK! It’s not like you to take a hiatus this long without any notice. We miss you!
Hi, thanks for checking on me. I'm dealing with some personal issues at the moment and will be back to posting content as soon as humanly possible. Please don't worry about me, I'm all good. Just sorting some stuff out. See you very soon hopefully. Ash
@@TheChapsGuide It’s so good to hear from you, Ash! No rush, take whatever time is needed, we will be happy to have you back when you are ready. Life is more important than content, I’m sure all the chaps in your community understand that. Wishing you the best!
All the very best Ash! Indeed splendid to hear from you. Look forward to your return whenever life affords you.
Missing your videos. Take care and have a great Christmas
Please take care Ash!
Hi Ash, I just wanted to send you my sincere thanks for answering my question. Best wishes to you.
Greetings Ash,
Seen on your instagram page that you’re having a fantastic time with a night or two in Oak Lodge, can’t help but say I’m a little jealous, it must be a fantastic place to be this time of year.
All the best
It is tonic for the soul - I've been filming for content for my return to the channel.
Excellent video!
Thank you for taking my question. Also, glad to hear you are a Veteran and former Law Enforcement. I come from the same background. Cheers!
HOPE YOU'RE OK, and get back quickly to the cabin!
Happy Christmas Ash! I hope you're doing well & look forward to hearing from you in the new year. All the very best Sir!
Merry Christmas to you too - Hope to be back on the channel very soon indeed.
Was waiting for this. Thank you with plenty of gratitude. Very useful info. Shaving being a crucial part of grooming which in turn is very important in projecting your manliness, this episode is a God sent. Thank you once again.
You are so welcome!
Well, I enjoyed this and I hope to see many more ‘chats’ (you don’t need to shave every time, Ash!). Solid advice and highly entertaining. Not to mention (even though I’m going to mention it) true concern to give a great service to your listeners.
Good one. 😊
If we don't see you before, have a very 'Happy Chapmas', Ash. We miss you but understand. Peace and goodwill to all Chaps! 🙂🎄 ⛄
Thank you very much sir - hopefully back to see the New Year if all goes well.
Have a great Christmas yourself - and a very healthy and prosperous new year!
@@TheChapsGuide God rest you merry gentle-chap. 🎄🧑🎄🥂
Sorry to hear you are having struggles, but happy to hear that you are doing ok. Take the time you need to get things sorted out. We will all be happy to see you back when the time is right. All the best!
Thank you for your kind words sir - I will be back just as soon as I possibly can and have been preparing some great content for my return. Hope to catch up with you soon!
These were an extremely enjoyable 47 min. I discovered traditional wet shaving many years ago after having had enough of razor burn and ingrown hairs for using a cartridge razor during my teen years.
My current setup:
- Parker shavette style razor + feather blades
- proraso shaving cream and aftershave (white product line)
- block of alum (I find this essential because it soothes the skin and takes care of any little cut)
One thing that I found out during the years is that I prefer to shave at night after a nice shower. It allows me to shave without any rush and gives my skin time to relax during the night.
Cheers
I concur with the enjoyability of the feature!
I also *absolutely* agree with your shaving setup!
Mine is:
- Franksteined safety razor from razors I honestly don`t remember
- Astra blades
- occasionally a Solingen made gold etched (just pretty, no function) open razor (good for getting the beard silhouette done)
- Yes! The same Proraso products - their shaving soap of the white line is divine - no skin irritation whatsoever!
- also the alum block of course!
- (currently) Captain Fawcett Expedition Strength Moustache Wax to get the moustache fixed
- Mr Bear Family Beard balm Woodland
- Badger shaving brush, though they tend to die eventually, it's the third right now
I've come to shave right before showering and add the skin care right after because it opens up the pores.
Best regards
Raoul G. Kunz
@@RaoulKunz1 Thank you Sir for the comment!
I forgot to write last time that I also own a Dovo Straight razor, but I'm still working on my stropping technique so I don't use it very often.
Cheers
L.M.
Good morning sirs.
Hi Ash. I'm a recent follower and have realised it's always a good start to the day when a notification pops up that you've posted another video. It was the watches that brought me here in the first place but I'm hooked on everything else now too. I particularly like the positivity. Thanks also for answering my question! You've convinced me - I'll try ditching the Mach 3 and give wet shaving a go. All the best.
Start with a simple Gillette safety razor, which are widely available in most supermarkets and cheap (£10 - £15). You will never look back.
@@TheChapsGuide Will do! Many thanks.
Interesting you'd mention cars, as I was actually in a minor accident a mere few hours ago. (I'm fine!) I was being a dumbuss and got in a cosmetic-level bender. No ticket thankfully, and in true chap fashion, I owned up to it completely. This was my first real accident ever in over five years of driving. Not too shabby, I'd say.
I found the mention of UK and US differences between khakis and chinos fascinating! As an American, I can confirm that khaki is the ultimate color of chino here. In fact, I was under the impression that it was the nature of chinos to be khaki, the garment term "khaki" was synonymous with "chino," and any other colors were an unusual bit of personality. Please don't fault me for my lack of trouser knowledge - I pretty much exclusively wear suit trousers with less formal stuff for price and aesthetics.
Thank you for answering my question! Your answer was reassuring to me. My penmanship isn't that great, and I worry about how I'll be percieved when I send letters and notes in inelegant print. Throughout my childhood, I struggled with handwriting, partially because of a coordination disorder called dyspraxia. To this day, I can't use fountain pens due to the delicate pressing they require. My handwriting today is comfortably legible, but nothing fancy. I'm glad to know you feel that's perfectly fine.
Hi Ash, I stumbled upon your videos shortly after obtaining my Rolex datejust, but now have watched many of them on all sorts of topics. I find them both informative and entertaining. Your positivity has helped me cope with a particularly difficult health issue which I seem to be recovering from now I've also started shaving with a double edge razor since watching your videos and haven't looked back. I hope you sort out your issue soon. All the best.
Great to hear that my videos have offered some support in a time of need - that is all I ever hoped from the channel. Best of luck and I hope you are now tip top!
To reply to the hiking question. I find a lot of the Nordic hiking stuff fjallraven etc do technical coats that are hard wearing and quite stylish. To be honest, I a Barbour see's me right for wet Irish weather. Gore Tex is fantastic stuff though.
I agree - devil is in the detail. You mention clean boots etc. people can think about coloured laces in the shoes, but make sure it pings with some other item of clothing like braces or waste coat
Always entertaining. Thank you!
Nice to hear from you Ash. Hope all is going well. Look forward to your next video.
Thanks James, I am very much looking forward to getting back into the swing of video uploads very soon (hopefully)
Hi Ash,another fantastic video,I don't shave myself as I have a beard but my barber will shave my neck and cheeks to keep it looking sharp!!! some exellent question superbly answered Ash.
Hiking would be good to see a video on this too There is a move away from the plastics back to natural fabrics including merino wool and wool such as McNair
First view, just enjoyed your shave. Had to see again to note the details like the products you used. Have been using Taconic Bay rum shaving soap and I love it.
Thanks for the review! I just ordered the Rockwell Razors 6C. I've wanted to go back to the old school razors, however, I nick too easily. I think this will be the answer! Thanks! I also picked up a similar lathering bowl, and I have a feeling we bought ours at a similar store! (It will be our secret!) A better bargain with more surface area to whip up a lather than the traditional bowls out there!
Hi Ash, great video as usual, Cordings is my favourite gentleman's outfitters. I would love to see a video about Cordings and is history and famous current owner
Great advise on the balding and grooming. My personal opinion on that, is to go the way of not using hair pieces, just groom yourself well and you would be happier. It would cost less, and less work overall. You could always grow the remaining hair out and get the hair piece later if you can't stand the more natural look.
I am now into my fourth month of using double edge shaving razors. It is not a fast method, but it does offer a better result and I enjoy the process.
Hope all is as good as it can be in your difficult time.... thanks for your entertaining videos...
I'll be back soon!
Idk my friend… I’ll keep my Mach 3. You showed my the way with Proraso and now I’m hooked. Esp the sandalwood!!!!
Thank you Ash! LLWTUA it's acronym of Joy Division's song :)
Great video, Ash. Thanks for posting. I've been shaving the traditional way for a number of years ago and haven't looked back. Disposable razors, particularly the multi-blades, cause no end of trouble with one's skin: razor burn, bumps, ingrown hairs, to name but a few. Because the disposables are so light, quite a bit of pressure is needed to cut the whiskers, and this can lead to hair being cut underneath the skin, and ingrown hairs are the result. Granted, it takes a few weeks to really getting the knack of shaving with a 'proper' razor, but it's well worth the time and the inevitable nick now and then. Anyone who has moved over from disposables to single or double edge safety razors, will tell you that in a few weeks of use, one's skin improves and becomes easier and easier to shave, without all the dreaded complications that the little throwaway plastic monsters create.
One carefully chosen safety razor will last a lifetime. Razor blades are cheap and can be bought online at a fraction of the cost of disposable razors, so moving over to traditional wet shaving will save loads of dosh in a lifetime. When I say that it will save you lots of lolly, I mean that it will if you don't fall down the 'rabbit hole' (like most of us do) and end up with numerous different razors, blades, brushes, creams, soaps, croaps, aftershaves, balms ... you get the picture. Indeed, traditional wet shaving using vintage and modern razors has become a popular hobby in the UK, and even more so in the USA, and there are many RUclips channels devoted entirely to this method of shaving. Here is a link to Paul H Films, which is the best UK traditional shaving channel for learning about traditional wet shaving ruclips.net/user/PaulHFilms
Once again, thanks for posting this video, Ash. I hope you will make more shaving-related videos in the future.
I hope all is well !!! We miss you and your content!!! Best Regards!!!
I hope to be back just as soon as possible! I can’t wait!
What a great format - shave and a chat. Can we have more of these Ash?
My razor of choice is also the Rockwell 6S, although I'm not brave enough to go to setting 6! I set mine on 4 and use it every couple of days. I need to switch to a shaving cream instead of a soap though as I find the soap is a little hard to work into a creamy lather.
I would encourage the viewer with the hair piece to persist with it if it gives him confidence.
At the age of 62, I have embarked on a long process of dental treatment to straighten my teeth with Invisalign aligners. I am two thirds of the way through the process and my self esteem has improved alongside the improvement in my 'smile'.
It really is isn't it? Would make an interesting chat show. Guess it would limit the guests to male only but it would be a good men's mental health video series. Ash and a chap standing at a sink each for ten to fifteen minutes. We could do a multiple 'shave in' on Zoom.
I owned my own "chap's car", my personal dream car: a 3 wheeler RELIANT Robin years ago. It was a functional car, not prone to tipping over (contrary to the myth established by Jeremy Clarkson) and it had a good ratio of MPG. And it was - back in those days - surprisingly cheap. Only it could not survive a crash with a lorry - which however left me unhurt.
Ash. Spot on with the red waistcoat. That was my first thought. Always liked shaving before I started sporting a beard. Always feel so clean after a shave. I was reminded of a book I read about Beau Brummell and how men would watch his morning regiment so as to learn how to dress stylish. As for baldness I have been bald sense I was 30. I feel the same as you and look to Sir Sean Connery as am insperation. Cheers Ron
Do you like other brands than cordings?
@@colasalz2 Orvis is good. I have found good moleskin waistcoats on eBay.
Hope all is well Ash!
Fighting through, hope to be back very soon.
Nice shave Ash, I have the Rockwell 6s also. I use it on the R3 of R4 plate and gives me a wonderful smooth BBS feeling. I do know that after using my DE razors for a shave that the hairs seems to take longer to create the stubble compared to the cart razors. Heritage Hill have a wonderful selection of soaps that are based on a Bay Rum scent. Those HH soaps smell wonderful and provide excellent slickness for the shave.
Have a great day Ash
While I don't own a Rockwell, I've heard only positive reviews. I would add to this conversation that every wetshaver owes it to themselves to try a vintage Gillette safety razor. I own and collect virtually every model and have used them all, and there's not a bad one among them imo.
My main razor is a Rockwell 6c. It leaves an incredible finish. Lovely and easy to use. Finished with Quorum aftershave and edt and I’m set for Autumn. Great video as always.
Very nice!
Is the Sport coat video coming soon? Looking forward to your thoughts on which you'd own if you were to only have 2. Like I said I think Linen for the warm weather and perhaps Tweed for Winter would be nice for a somewhat minimal wardrobe.
Soon. Very soon.
@@TheChapsGuide Looking forward to it. Like I stated above though I think a Linen for warmer weather and perhaps a Tweed during Winter would be ideal.
Rockwell is a Canadian razor company
Hi there, I wanted to make you aware that if you're looking to get some shirts, that Hilditch & Key on Jeremyn street has loads of high quality cotton shirts for like £30 per shirt. They did a factory sale where I was lucky enough to get loads of shirts for £9.99 each, and the flaws were super minimal at best. One was like a small weaving or stitching issue like misaligning the stich for the yolk. Anyways! These shirts sale for like £180 typically on that website, it does feel super soft and they use mother of pearl buttons. So I'd say the prices I got for it was a complete steal.
I got myself load of their winchester styled shirts with colours like teal, orange, and red for like £30 each. I replaced my whole Charles Tyrwhitt wardrobe with their shirts now lol. I really needed some good quality shirts that fitted and I was lucky enough to come across it. I have a total of 22 HK shirts now or something? I probably have the most shirts in my wardrobe in the post code area.
I really need to stop buying shirts... but it was a good deal! So its hard to say. At least I'm not one of those guys who purchases a Ralph Lauren shirt for £100 despite it being made in places like China and doesn't really show much for quality really then compared to a luxury M and S shirt. Plus I hate that embroidery too.
Oh yes and thanks to your videos I decided to get a double-edged razor in the end. A dramatic difference, I also think my acne is virtually gone now since using it. It could be due to better facial hygiene standards, but I think the typically razors really cause a lot of irritation on my face, and double edged razors simply does not do any of that.
You had a great result there and yet another testament why we should never pay full prices for great clothing. H&K are well renowned as makers of the finest shirts and if you can acquire a small stable at a very reasonable cost, well you are appointed as a modern gent indeed. Also, congratulations on sticking with the DE razor - I actually look forward to my morning shaves these days and find that 10-minutes in my day to be an oasis of calm. Ash
I ordered the proraso pre shave and bay rum after this. The Proraso is really nice, but the Bay Rum scent I found pretty awful, so sent it back and ordered the TooBS Lime cream, and Almond cream.
I've been using a double-edged razor ever since I started shaving at 16. I wouldn't have it any other way!
I have just recently switched to a single razor to shave my head (I'm bal). I had been using disposable cartridges for years and gave the single razor a try - to undesirable results. I cut my twice or thrice. I used soap to lather and my head. The blades I used were London Bridge. What could have gone wrong? My shaving technique (followed the grain and against it on the second go) or my blade?
I have never shaved my head, so my advice on this topic would be weak. But generally a successful shave results from solid preparation, high quality products and steady technique.
There are many excellent YT shave channels that can offer better advice- I often watch Jim Will Shave.
Great vid, glad you like the razor. I may try witchhazel soon. Have you ever tried Poraso shaving cream or its other products?
Regards,
Chris
Yes, I do use Poraso from time to time, especially the pre shave, which I use daily
Hi Ash,
I hope you are keeping well.
I’ve recently discovered your channel and I am really enjoying watching your content, so thank you.
What are your opinions on online discount retailers such as YOOX? Have you ever bought from one? I have purchased a few items from YOOX over the last couple of years and I’ve always been happy with the quality of the products. I’m perfectly happy to buy items that have probably been sat in a warehouse for a long period of time if it means I can get them at a knockdown price.
Take care and keep up the great work.
Kind regards
Rob
I always chase the best possible deals and if you have found YOOX to offer a good price point, go for it. I have not personally experienced their services, but I would certainly explore any frugal options. Welcome to the channel.
Before the Gillette Mach 3 there was the Mach 2. But was there ever a Mach 1 ?
Hello, are you alright? I always enjoy your videos ,but haven't seen you upload new ones. Hope everything is fine with you.
Ok I just read your reply to someone elses comment. Convinced.
The VW Golf is a great car. in my opinion, one of the better smaller hatchbacks. My car is 10 years old, but well maintained and groomed regularly. Friends continue to advise me to get a new and more expensive car. I'm of the opinion that when I drive past people most of them don't know me, so why would I try to impress them. You like what you like. Stick with the Golf mate. You can't go too far wrong there! Love your collection of watches. It's inspired me to look for something new. I can't stretch to a Rolex, but wondering what you thought of a Tissot Chronograph, white face, Roman numerals, black Croc Leather strap. Looks elegant, but I don't know a lot about the brand. Are you aware of it Ash? I'd appreciate your opinion. I always love a good shaving video! Cheers! Phil
Tissot are a fine brand and make superb pieces. I am familiar with your suggested watch and I think it would be a worthy addition to any gentleman's collection. Longines are another brand that also elicits the same thoughts for me. Maybe check their catalogue for something that may fit.
Thanks for the suggestion Ash. I'll take a look. Enjoy your Saturday.
Are you okay? I have been checking your channel for new content but nothing new in the last 2 months. I hope all is well. I hope whatever personal thing you are going through is becoming easier to cope with each day
Thanks for your kind thoughts. I will be back very soon with many great new videos for you. Just a few days longer.
Khaki is originated from Persian. The exact meaning is"the soil color" or "the color of the earth".
What do you think of electric razors?
As a swift, emergency alternative to a proper shave I think the razor has its place. But no electric razor will ever replace a good DE shave.
Regarding thinning hair, check with a dermatologist. I’ve recently read that a low dose minoxidil pill can have good hair growth results.
I just noticed that I have been using my shaving foam improperly.
I think that my razor is the same one I first shaved with in the 1960s. I tried cartridges for a while but never really liked them. My preferred shaving mug is what is sometimes called a Santa Fe style mug -- basically just a small ceramic bowl to hold a cake of shaving soap.
As someone from the US southwest, I do have a question that may be obvious to you British, but not to me: Just what do you mean by a "chap"?
A 'chap' is simply another term for gentleman in my parlance. Simply that.
@@TheChapsGuide Thanks. That makes sense.
Do you like that soap you used better than Reuzel?
No. Reuzel is still my favourite to date, but I have a huge collection of creams to use, so I still use those from time-to-time.
@@TheChapsGuide thank you! I do like the Reuzel, but Proraso makes some nice shaving creams too!
Shaving with these old school razors is the only sensible way...I use a Merkur and some Astra blades. It costs almost nothing. And it's smooth. Supermarket plastic razors are the biggest con ever
Astra are also my favourite blades, I used them in a Merkur and also have a Rockwell.
Have a collection of creams, soaps, aftershaves. Always a great start to the day to pick which one to use. Today was TOBS peppermint with proraso green aftershave
I use the same, 100% agree! Wish I'd been using this system longer.
Same for me - lovely shave, even when I’m away from home with different facilities, water etc. A bit of flexibility goes a long way!
What is the Chap’s view of using combat sports and skills (boxing, wrestling, Judo, kickboxing, BJJ, Sambo, fencing, pistol/rifle craft) as vehicles for self development?
Hi! I’m not as Chap as Ash, but I try. I practice Tang Soo Do and I find that it helps me live my life and how I treat other people. TSD practitioners live by 5 codes or guidelines. The Five Codes of Tang Soo Do are loyalty to country, obedience to parents, honor friendship, no retreat in battle, and in fighting choose with sense and honor. Now these codes were taken quite literally back in the days of old Korea, but today they translate to more modern meaning.
Besides this, the sport made me more confident about myself and taught me that with hard work you can achieve anything. After 6 tough years I became a first degree black belt. Does this answer your question?
Great question - I will answer this rather more fully in a future Q & A video I'm planning, but anything which sharpens the mind and body must be a great idea for any chap seeking nirvana!
@@pasquale78 Yes, thank you. 🤙
@@TheChapsGuide I look forward to hearing your thoughts. It’s a broad enough subject that you could easily do an entire video or series on it. These skills and practices are often presented in an aggressive or macho way, I’d love to see them through the Chap’s eye.
i am so worried. :(
Just to let you know the Jaguar was an F-Type, not an X-Type. Probably just a slip of the tongue. Good choice, though. My father and I are both Jaguar fans, he's had five but is without at the moment. I'm trying to get my first. But strangely I too own a VW.
Enjoying your videos very much .
I use vintage top condition Gillette safety razors with classic aftershaves, including tabac and proraso
I'm a car guy and I love volksvagen golfs. German and beautifuly made.
Appropriately enough, your mic looks like a badger brush... :)
I HATE shaving. I'd give anything to be able to grow a decent beard. My brother has a beard. He's got hair on his back. And his toes. Werewolf.
I’m not a fan of Chanel I’m a fan of paco rabanne
Do you ever use chapmens after shaving?
No, I have not tried that.
No more chaps… where have you gone !!!!
Be back soon!
I've been shaving with a double edged safety razor since the woke grossly insulting Gillette advert.
Which got me into vintage aftershaves and razors.
I usually do two passes in different directions during my shaves.